The Blue Testament: For Sporting Kc Fans

Just when you think you're out... they pull you back in. Erik Thommy had a great game scoring the first and assisting the second. Alan Pulido scored for the first time since 2021. Jake Davis had a breakout performance. Finally, Sporting KC fans plenty to cheer about. And it came against the Seattle Sounders! Rejoice! Does this win bail out the ownership from responding to the Cauldron letter? It's a no-win situation but they need to formulate a response in some way. It's a double-game week with a US Open Cup match with the Houston Dynamo on Wednesday. Now with more healthy bodies for the first time in a year, what will Peter Vermes do with the lineups for this week? Start - Reliving the first win 14:30 - Don Garber & US Open Cup match 23:00 - Cauldron Letter & Response Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cody and Thad are talking with Sporting KC midfielder Gadi Kinda after his highly anticipated return to the field. He tells us he still might need 3 or 4 games to reach 100%, but he's feeling good and that big smile is back. The road to recovery can be a mental battle. Gadi talks about what it takes to stay motivated while being isolated. So what did he do with all that down time? He watched soccer, of course. The question on everyone's minds is how Kinda's first goal celebration will go. Have the trainers banned him from the trademark backflip? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daniel Sperry from the Kansas City Star and Thad Bell from The Kansas City Soccer Journal got together to discuss and breakdown the KC Current winning streak. It is three straight 2-0 wins for Kansas City since they replaced the coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a nice long episode for you this week as we find ourselves in the darkest days of our beloved team's history. Misery loves company, right? We start off with postgame audio from Johnny Russell and the most ridiculous stat you've heard all year. Gadi Kinda made his MLS debut in a 2-0 home loss to CF Montreal. Is he going to save us? As always, we try to make things fun during these troubling times. Cody has the Top 5 Jettisoned Players and we do some reminiscing in the wake of Ben Sweat's swift departure. Peter Vermes responded to the "Vermes Out" chants from the Cauldron. The players on the field looked defeated and it begs the question... is it possible Vermes could lose the locker room? The Cauldron has fallen to a really sad state. Saturday was the most lifeless and sad we've ever seen the section formerly known as The Blue Hell. Cauldron leadership has remained silent while the fans themselves are up in arms. It's time to let it be formally known that the current state of Sporting KC is unacceptable t

It was more of the same for Sporting KC over the weekend in a 2-1 loss to the New England Revolution. They have no offensive firepower, no creativity in the midfield, and earned another red card as well. SKC is officially bottom of the table with three goals on the season, the same number of red cards. Erik Thommy may have been better than his recent form, but as the attacking midfielder, his play is actively hindering SKC right now. Alan Pulido has still yet to go 90 minutes but he looks like the only source of creativity at times. The heat is on Peter Vermes as players return from injury and the form doesn't seem to be improving. This show is Vermes Out curious, and we explore the various changes the club could make to appease fans. Tuesday's US Open Cup match against Tulsa is a golden opportunity for SKC to right the ship and remember what winning feels like. But if they lose... could it be the end of Peter Vermes? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daniel Sperry from the Kansas City Star and Thad Bell from The Kansas City Soccer Journal got together in a coffee shop after the press conference with Kansas City Current GM Camille Ashton. There was a lot to discuss and this will not be the only pod where it is broken down but this was the first reaction from the two people who reliably cover the Current. Ashton read a statement that we play to lead into this episode. We also play the audio from our first two questions part-way through. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We got Witty! Chris Wittyngham, formerly of The Dan Le Batard Show & Meadowlark Media, currently calling games for Apple and MLS Season Pass, is a leading voice in the US Soccer community. He joins us to offer up an objective, outsider's perspective on the problems with Sporting KC. After a 3-0 beatdown at San Jose, Witty says it's officially time for SKC fans to panic. Does the current roster have the talent to turn things around and push for the playoffs? The pressure is building for Peter Vermes. Witty weighs in on the Fire Vermes debate and the changing landscape of Major League Soccer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daniel Sperry from the Kansas City Star and Thad Bell from The Kansas City Soccer Journal is joined by Jillian Carroll Letrinko from the Kansas City Current broadcast team. We welcome Jillian to our pod and plan on her being with us as often as time allows. First, we talk about the Alex Loera news and how the team might adapt before taking a look at the loss to Portland (the Sophia Smith game). A quick preview of the Chicago match before Jillian had to sign off to get some rest before her morning job in local television. Danial and Thad try to work through the potential options and formations that coach Matt Potter may use with the players he has available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The players knew it, the club knew it, and the fans knew it. The match against the Colorado Rapids was a massive chance to get the first win of the season and get things going in the right direction. And they failed. It's a new low point for the club, which we had hoped was found last year. Sporting KC now sits in last place of MLS after a 1-0 loss at home. The departure of Ben Sweat, and the first start of Alan Pulido, ended up as more of the same. The most loyal fans, including ourselves, are fed up. While there may be a handful of positives to hang your hat on, like Danny Rosero and the defense, there isn't much to inspire belief this season can be salvaged. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Erik Bergrud from the Kansas City Comets broadcast team and Thad Bell from the Kansas City Soccer Journal have another episode of The Blue Turf. We recap the win in Harrisburg over the Heat and preview the first match of 2023 RON NEWMAN CUP PLAYOFFS. The Comets travel to face Uitica in their first meeting of the year. We talk a little bit about who might play also break down the playoff paths for the Comets. And betting... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Erik Bergrud from the Kansas City Comets broadcast team and Thad Bell from the Kansas City Soccer Journal have another episode of The Blue Turf. We recap the win in Harrisburg over the Heat and preview the first match of 2023 RON NEWMAN CUP PLAYOFFS. The Comets travel to face Uitica in their first meeting of the year. We talk a little bit about who might play also break down the playoff paths for the Comets. And betting... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sporting KC fan favorite Daniel Salloi sat down with us ahead of an epic MLS Wooden Spoon battle against the Colorado Rapids. Salloi, who turns 27 this summer, has seen many highs and lows in his career already. So in spite of the early season struggles for SKC, he's keeping a level head and a strong mindset. He weighs in on Vermes' and the "must win" comment, as well as the Soccer Capital of America dilemma and the budding rivalry with St. Louis. Daniel said he's "embarrassed" when he doesn't see any KC highlights on the weekly MLS Wrap-Up. He told us the time to start winning is now. "The fans deserve it," he said. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Blue Testament has rebranded to the KC Soccer Journal! We're excited for this new era. Now if only the teams could play better. After sweeping changes and the return of Alan Pulido, Sporting KC grinded out a 0-0 draw in Philadelphia against the Union. While it was yet another match they failed to score, there are some reasons to be hopeful. Willy Agada continues to struggle and the impact of Pulido was felt right away. It was the Mexican's first appearance in over a year, so he still working up to game speed. But his movement and ability to keep possession in tight spaces was on display. Nemanja Radoja looked very strong in the holding midfield position, but he went down with an injury in the 34th minute. Because we aren't allowed to have nice things. The heavily anticipated arrival of Dany Rosero was a success. The Colombian centerback was paired with another newcomer in Robert Castellanos, and they earned a shutout against a good team. Tim Melia also made his return and showed flashes of his old self.

Daniel Sperry from the Kansas City Star and Thad Bell from the Kansas City Soccer Journal preview the 2023 Kansas City Current home opener. So many additions to the team but also many that will be out for a while. We break down the season-opening loss in North Carolina, the 4-4-2 formation that coach Matt Potter used and what personal fit that style. We take a look at how the rookies did and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Peter Vermes spoke very openly about his team after a 4-1 loss to Seattle Sounders. We listen to audio and it seems quite clear he is referring to Ben Sweat who, on top of a red card, had another very poor performance. Everywhere you look on the field in this match, SKC fell short. The attack was nonexistent outside of another lone, fortunate goal. The midfield was dominated. And the defense was embarrassing. SKC was simply going through the motions. Have you ever seen such sad crosses in your entire life? Is Sporting KC the worst team in the league right now? Even the most diehard fans are fed up. Wholesale changes are needed from top to bottom. What can the club do, right now, to show the fans that this is unacceptable? Our eyes are on the three big names: Jake Reid, Brian Bliss, and Peter Vermes. Whether it's the gameday experience, fan engagement, or the product on the field, Sporting KC has fallen from the cutting edge and no longer set an example for MLS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon

Daniel Sperry from the Kansas City Star and Thad Bell from The Blue Testament preview the 2023 Kansas City Current season. So many additions to the team but also many that will be out for a while. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before the new NWSL season kicks off, Alex Loera sat down to talk about her journey, her goals, and wanting to score more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Erik Bergrud from the Kansas City Comets broadcast team and Thad Bell from The Blue Testament have another episode of The Blue Turf. We recap the Baltimore Blast and Florida Tropics games and preview the upcoming game with Harrisburg. We also break down the playoff scenarios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The struggles continue as Sporting KC lost 2-1 against FC Dallas over the weekend. Daniel Salloi was able to get the first goal of the season for SKC, but even that silver lining needed a major deflection to find the back of the net. Erik Thommy and Willy Agada missed back-to-back penalties and the team as a whole failed to look dangerous all night. The players on the field are almost the same guys who were looking like one of the strongest teams in MLS to finish out last season. So what the heck happened? In the face of injuries, roster construction is a major question. But the players themselves have failed to step up. Daniel Salloi has yet to shine like the star player this club needs him to be. Agada is entirely snake bitten. Khiry Shelton is still playing because Tzionis has disappointed also. We do a lot of ranting and finger pointing, and now Brian Bliss has come into focus. We even try to blame Apple and MLS Season Pass for the terrible broadcast. With the current roster, Sporting KC fans shouldn't be

Erik Bergrud from the Kansas City Comets broadcast team and Thad Bell from The Blue Testament have another episode of The Blue Turf. We recap the Baltimore Blast and Milwaukee Wave games and preview the upcoming games with Florida and Baltimore. We also break the news that the Comets are adding a defender before this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices