The Official SDFC Podcast

Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones joins Sal and Kaila to recap recent matches and preview the last match before the World Cup break this Saturday when San Diego FC takes on Vancouver in a Western Conference Final rematch. Stay tuned for Matchday minus two media availability featuring head coach Mikey Varas, midfielder Alejandro Alvarado, and forward Marcus Ingvartsen. 

Midfielder Alejandro Alvarado speaks on his recovery journey from his season-ending injury last June to the special moment he made his return in Houston this April. He shares how the process helped him grow both on and off the field and also updates Sal and Kaila on his growing Lego collection. 

Assistant Coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Sal and Kaila to recap the LAFC match and provide a look into the upcoming matchup versus Seattle Sounders. Stay tuned for the matchday minus 2 media sound from Mikey Varas, Amahl Pellegrino, and Aníbal Godoy. 

A special look at San Diego FC's newest Podcast, Inside the Dream: The Right to Dream San Diego Podcast. In this episode, hear from Right to Dream San Diego's Head of School Rachelle Minix and Head of Character and Inclusion Brett Garner as they dive into what it takes to build a school and a development curriculum for young student athletes to help them succeed both on and off the pitch. 

For the first time in the Official SDFC Podcast history, Chris McVey joins the show with his parents. Andy and Anette McVey share stories of growing up, sibling battles, and Chris' childhood nickname. Hear from them as they reflect on their favorite memories watching their son's career unfold and their experience supporting the MLS from Sweden. 

Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones joins Marvell and Kaila to recap recent results versus Houston and Portland and provides a look into the upcoming matchup versus LAFC. San Diego FC will face off with LAFC for the first time this season at 6:30PM this Saturday, May 2nd, at Snapdragon Stadium. 

San Diego FC midfielder David Vazquez shares how his journey from LA to Philly helped shape his career, breaks down his scoring success versus Liga MX opponents, and he also details his passion of fixing up old cars. 

Assistant Coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Kaila and Sal to recap the recent match versus Minnesota United and preview a 2-game road stint that includes a match this Saturday at Real Salt Lake and a next Wednesday at Houston. Then stay tuned for matchday minus 2 media availability from Mikey Varas, Luca Bombino, and Aníbal Godoy as they touch on the week of training and getting back into form. 

Midfielder Bryce Duke and defender Oscar Verhoeven share their carpooling routine, beach day itinerary, and their San Diego coffee tour. They also discuss what they learned growing up in the MLS Academy systems and their journey to San Diego FC. 

Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones joins Marvell, Kaila, and Sal to recap the match vs San Jose and preview this Saturday's Western Conference Final rematch vs Minnesota United. This Saturday's match is SDFC's Community Night Presented by California Bank & Trust, and every ticket purchased helps support programs that expand access to soccer, strengthen neighborhoods, and uplift communities across Sa...

Forward Lewis Morgan shares how Scotland and his brother helped shape his love for soccer, what role golf plays in his routine, and what stands out about San Diego FC and the soccer community here. He also shares what Haggis is and his experience of being a part of Scotland's biggest soccer rivalry. 

As San Diego FC celebrates Community Night presented by California Bank & Trust this Saturday, get to know some of the people who are making it happen and making an impact in their hometown. Bianca Lopez and Yawara MacNeill are a part of SDFC's Community Coaching program which is a group of local soccer coaches who provide a fun and safe space to play to continue growing the game in San Diego...

San Diego FC Assistant Coach Frank Hjortebjerg provides an update through the first 5 matches of the MLS regular season and joins Kaila, Marvell, and Sal to break down this weekend's matchup at San Jose. Also, hear from Mikey Varas and Lewis Morgan as they speak to the media ahead of the matchup in San Jose.

Forward Marcus Ingvartsen watches the UEFA World Cup Qualifiers with Marvell, Sal, and Kaila while chatting about returning from injury, the on-field connection with Anders Dreyer, and the team's ping pong hierarchy. 

San Diego FC Assistant coach Kelvin Jones joins Marvell, Kaila, and Sal to break down SDFC's results through the first international break of the season. 

San Diego FC midfielder Pedro Soma shares how his journey to the MLS started at just 19 months old, what it's like to be a part of the young core at San Diego FC as well as how he is continuing his academic studies off the pitch. 

Marvell, Sal, and Kaila catch up on recent results across MLS and CONCACAF Champions Cup and preview upcoming matches against Toluca at Estadio Nemesio Diez and Kids Night vs Real Salt Lake. Jeff Cook, the EVP and Head of Academy for Right to Dream San Diego, joins Sal and Kaila for our first Academy Update edition of the Official SDFC Podcast to share his soccer journey, provide an overview on th...

Assistant coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Kaila, Marvell, and Sal after another home victory to preview San Diego FC’s first MLS away match against Sporting Kansas City. Plus, hear prematch media availability from Mikey Varas, Marcus Ingvartsen, and Chris McVey.

Goalkeeper Pablo Sisniega shares the story behind his full-circle moment in CONCACAF Champions Cup, the impact his Olympic parents had on his career, and what it means to him to receive a contract extension with San Diego FC. 

San Diego natives and Super Bowl LX Champions from the Seattle Seahawks, Jason Myers and Rashid Shaheed, join Kaila and Marvell in front of a live audience at fan fest. Myers is a Super Bowl record-holding kicker and state champion soccer player from Mater Dei Catholic High School, while Shaheed is a two-time NFL Pro Bowler and two-time Track & Field section champion from Mt. Carmel High Schoo...

Marvell and Kaila host the first live audience edition of the podcast at fan fest ahead of SDFC's match vs St. Louis City SC with special guest, Joe Corona. The San Diego native recaps what he's taken away from his 16-year professional career with stops at Club Tijuana, the MLS, San Diego Loyal and more. Corona is a two-time CONCACAF Gold Cup Champion and has recorded 23 caps for the U.S. Men's Na...

Assistant coach Kelvin Jones joins Kaila, Marvell and Sal to break down San Diego FC's 5-0 win in the home opener vs CF Montréal and to preview this Sunday's match vs St. Louis City SC. Head Coach Mikey Varas, midfielder Onni Valakari, and goalkeeper Pablo Sisniega speak to the media on matchday minus 2. 

San Diego FC's first-ever signing Duran Ferree speaks on his shutout performance in his first MLS start, growing up playing in San Diego, and what it means to him to play for his hometown Club. Sal, Marvell, and Kaila react to the 5-0 win over CF Montréal in SDFC's MLS opener at Snapdragon Stadium. 

Assistant coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Kaila, Marvell, and Sal to chat recent CONCACAF Champions Cup results and to preview San Diego FC's first MLS match of the Club's second season. Additionally, hear matchday minus 2 media sound from Jeppe Tverskov, Anders Dreyer, Aníbal Godoy, and Mikey Varas as SDFC prepares to take on CF Montréal. 

Winger Anders Dreyer returns to the Official SDFC Podcast to launch season 2 ahead of San Diego FC's MLS Home Opener. Dreyer joins Kaila, Marvell, and Sal to relive milestones from his MLS Newcomer of the Year season, share his goals for year 2, and answer questions submitted by the fans.