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Is the MLS more COMPETITIVE than some of the leagues in Europe? 🤔 We had the king of MLS Eli Lesser in the building, so of course we had to get his take on some of the CRAZIEST hot takes from our producer Ken 🔥 Some of these takes might sound insane, but are they actually facts … or just pure rage bait? Let us know in the comments which hot take Ken actually cooked on, and don’t forget to like,...

The Champions League is back and it’s about to be absolutely INSANE this season 🏆 PSG shocked the world by winning last year’s title, dominating some of the biggest clubs in Europe. But this year, Real Madrid and Barcelona are looking for revenge, while the rest of Europe’s giants and underdogs are ready to shake things up 👀 The squad previewed the tournament, debating whether the heavy favorite...

The summer transfer window was INSANE … some of the biggest stars in football switched clubs and these moves could change EVERYTHING this season 😮‍💨 We had the squad grade some of the BIGGEST transfers of the summer — from Marcus Rashford moving to Barcelona, Viktor Gyokeres joining Arsenal, Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike signing for Liverpool, Joao Pedro to Chelsea, and Victor Osimhen’s shock m...

The word transfers usually makes us think of INSANE money being thrown around for the biggest stars in football … but today we’re focusing some of the BEST VALUE transfers of ALL-TIME 💰 We went back over the last 5 years and picked out the smartest signings that gave clubs the biggest bang for their buck and no, free transfers don’t count 💯 From Luis Suarez and Jude Bellingham to Khvicha Kvarats...

Which continent has produced MORE TALENT … South America or Europe? 👀 We had Tom build the BEST possible 5-a-side squad using current stars from Europe, while Uyi built his 5 with South America’s best. From Messi, Vini Jr, and Alisson to Mbappe, Lamine Yamal, and Courtois … these squads were STACKED 😮‍💨 Let us know in the comments which team YOU think looked better, Europe or South America, and...

We had the Drip FC squad on The Rondo this week, so of course we had to talk about fashion and kits 👕🔥 The challenge? Finding the CLEANEST football kit of all time 🥶 We put some of the newest kit drops up against iconic classics and had the squad pick which ones look better. From PSG, AC Milan, and Barcelona to Real Madrid, Liverpool, and the Netherlands … they had to make some tough decisions...

Are these football stars’ stocks going UP or DOWN? 👀 We took a look at some of the biggest names in football like Erling Haaland, Antony, Bukayo Saka, Cole Palmer and more, and had the squad decide if the market is OVERVALUING them or if their value is just right 💰 Let us know in the comments which players you think are way overvalued, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on noti’s so y...

Footy is officially BACK and the squad came ready with some of the HOTTEST takes for the new season 👀 Will Pep Guardiola and Manchester City go back to dominating the Premier League, or can Manchester United finally prove they aren’t trash? 🤔 Who do you think will win the Premier League this season? Let us know in the comments ⬇️ And don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on noti’s so you nev...

When should USMNT stars who aren’t key focal points in Europe make the move back home? 🇺🇸 The squad debated which players should consider coming to MLS, with names like Josh Sargent and Haji Wright thriving in the Champions League. But is playing in lower divisions across Europe really that much different from playing in MLS? 🤔 We also broke down the debate around whether MLS should adopt the Eur...

There are so many different paths to going pro in soccer in North America, but which one is the best? We had Raheem, former MLS player Isaiah Reid, and ZthTraining talk about their own journeys and debate which route gives players the best shot at making it 🔥 With teenagers like Cavan Sullivan, Mathis Albert, and more signing pro contracts at such a young age, is the college route still the way t...

We had West Ham legend Anton Ferdinand on the show this week and he talked with us about everything from potentially becoming a manager one day, to mentoring younger players, his career on the pitch, and of course, his relationship with his brother Rio Ferdinand 💯 One of the biggest moments of his career came when he scored a game-tieing goal against Rio and Manchester United that led to a win, a...

If you paid ANY attention to TST this year, you know about Drip FC, the squad of creators who went head-to-head with football legends like Nani, Sergio Aguero, and Club America … and held their own 😮‍💨 We sat down with Isiah Reed and Zth. Training to break down how Drip FC came together, what the vibes were like at TST 2025, and who the best players in the tournament really were 🔥 Let us know i...

Lionel Messi is one of, if not the GREATEST player of all time… but what if you built a team using ONLY his teammates? 😮‍💨 From Ronaldinho to Neymar, Luis Suarez to Iniesta, Messi has played with some absolute legends, and this week, the squad tried to build the ultimate XI of Messi’s teammates 🐐🔥 Did we get the lineup right? Let us know who your pick is for Messi’s greatest teammate ever, and...

The game of football features some of the BIGGEST stars in the world… but are they as relevant as the most popular streamers, rappers, and celebrities? 🤔 This week, the squad picked between iconic footballers like Ronaldo, Mbappe, Vini Jr, and more against global stars like Drake, iShowSpeed, and Kai Cenat 😮‍💨 Let us know in the comments who YOU think is the most relevant footballer or celebrit...

There are some HOT takes out there … but our producer Ken cooked up some ELITE rage bait for our squad to react to 👀 Let us know in the comments, is Ken actually spitting facts or are these hot takes just ridiculous, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on noti’s so you never miss a Rondo debate! 💯 Timestamps: Intro:(0:00) Saka Career Vs Mo Salah:(0:16) Arteta’s Last Chance?:(2:55) Will...

iShowSpeed just TOOK OVER MLS All-Star week … but what does his involvement and Messi's absence mean for the league? 🤔 With Lionel Messi and other Inter Miami stars not showing up for the game, iShowSpeed unexpectedly became the center of attention, and it’s got fans asking big questions about the power Messi holds, and whether this is good or bad for MLS 👀 We had the squad break it all down: Sp...

Ticket prices in football are getting OUT OF HAND 😤 From Bayern Munich to Arsenal, we took a look at how much it really costs to attend a match, from tickets to food, and had the squad grade each club on value for money 💰😮‍💨 Are fans getting priced out of the game? Or are some of these clubs actually offering decent value? Let us know which club is charging TOO MUCH in the comments, and don’t...

Can we do what Mikel Arteta hasn’t been able to and SAVE ARSENAL? 👀Arsenal fans have to be tired of finishing second, so the squad stepped in to fix that problem … or at least try to 🤣We cooked up a rebuild based on prompts pulled by random, from finding the right forward, to even replacing some of the teams best players without a choice. We tried to built a squad that we think could finally get...

EAFC’s impact on football fans runs DEEP 🎮For so many of us, it was the start of the obsession, learning our favorite teams, players, and even footy history through the game. Whether it was dominating in Career Mode or unlocking legends in FUT, EAFC has shaped football culture for a whole generation 💯Ultimate Team became the main game mode, and over the years we’ve seen some absolutely BROKEN ca...

US Soccer is on the RISE 🇺🇸🔥With the Club World Cup kicking off this weekend and the 2026 World Cup coming up fast, the growth of the game in America is hitting another level. We sat down with USMNT and LAFC star Malik Tillman to talk about how far the sport has come, and how big it could get 👀We also talked about his journey choosing the US over Germany, what it's like playing for a growing MLS...

Welcome back to another Rondo & this week we have a lot to talk about 🗣️ Who is to blame at Man City, and is there a chance they can bounce back from an all-around tough start to their season? 👀 Champions League match day 8 has EVERY game kicking off at the same time and there are going to be some big ones. The new format is showing it's flaws as it’s possible Liverpool & Barcelona can play in th...

Welcome back to another episode of The Rondo, and this week we’ve got a lot to talk about 🗣️ Was Neymar leaving Messi & Barcelona the worst decision of his career? Should he consider teaming up with the Argentina star again in MLS? 🤔 Is this the WORST Manchester United team of all time? What went wrong, and what do they need to do to flip things around? 👀 Who’s really the problem at Real Madrid?...

Welcome back to another episode of The Rondo! This week, we’re wrapping up the incredible 2024 football year 🤝 The squad sat down to discuss the best football player of 2024, and the debates were intense—was it Vini Jr or Rodri who truly deserved the crown? We also highlighted the team of the year, the kit of the year, and reacted to the most unforgettable plays. Plus, we celebrated the biggest m...

Welcome back to another episode of The Rondo! This week we’re talking about some BIG transfers that could be happening in this January window 👀 Liverpool’s contract nightmare is going to be a problem ... three of their best players, Mo Salah, Virgil Van Dijk, and Trent Alexander-Arnold might be on the way out. Where will they go, and what will Liverpool do? We broke down all their options 🤔 Also...

Welcome back to another episode of The Rondo, and to kick off the year, we’re talking about potential stars that might be making their way to MLS. Could we see Neymar, Antoine Griezmann, Kevin De Bruyne, or another star joining the league soon? 👀 We also talked about expectations for Lionel Messi and Inter Miami heading into 2025. It’s a big year for the club after one of the biggest upsets in ML...