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This week’s podcast title is brought to you by the mind of Max Bretos and 80s band Menudo. LAFC has hit a rough patch. The results haven’t been there. The legs are a little tired. And the games keep coming. Max and Vince talk about the worries they have after the 4-0 loss in Houston and how LAFC players are saying they’ll get past this tough moment. After that, Julian Gaines joins the show. Julian is healthy after a long injury layoff and made his MLS debut in front of family and friends in Houston. The guys ask Julian about his injury and what it took to get back on the field, how he’s adjusting to a new position, and what’s the deal with the No. 80 on his jersey? Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, review, and tell a friend! Rundown: What’s On The Show | 0:00 Initial Reaction | 2:48 Learnings | 6:28 Average Is Bad | 10:45 Houston On The Rise | 13:44 Roster Rules | 18:58 Not Getting Easier | 22:56 Julian Gaines Joins The Show | 32:09

We’re right there with you. There’s no way to ease into it. Max and Vince jump right in with Concacaf Champions League final talk. The guys talk about what they think happened in the 3-1 aggregate defeat. They have thoughts on the formation change in the second leg, what León had that LAFC didn’t, and why it’s so difficult to talk about losses in sports, especially when a trophy is on the line. Then, Max and Vince look to the future, both literally and figuratively. The guys chat about the busy upcoming schedule before welcoming Nathan Ordaz to the show. Nathan got his first professional start in the Open Cup victory over Monterey Bay FC. The guys ask him about the process of becoming a pro, the ups and downs he’s dealt with, and what it’s like to take the field in front of the 3252 at BMO Stadium. As always, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, review, tell a friend and leave the guys a comment. They might read it on the next episode. Rundown: What’s On The Show | 0:00 Formation Change | 2:02 León Goes Beast Mo

Brace yourselves. This might be the biggest week in LAFC history. Max and Vince are focused on one thing and one thing only… the Concacaf Champions League Final. LAFC Director of Football Operations Marco Garcés is this week’s guest. He knows a thing or two about Liga MX and playing León in finals. Max and Vince get a detailed breakdown from Marco about what it’s like playing a final at León and what to expect from LAFC’s Liga MX opponent. The guys also ask Marco how important the CCL trophy is to Mexico and what it would mean for an MLS team to win it for the second year in a row. Before that, Max and Vince do their own preview with their keys to the final, players to watch, and one reason why either team will lift the trophy. Make sure you listen to this episode before both legs of the final. Rundown: What’s On The Show | 0:00 Biggest Week in LAFC History | 2:24 Previewing León | 13:02 Keys to the Final | 18:58 Players To Watch | 21:29 Marco Garcés Joins The Show | 27:35

If you were at BMO Stadium on Tuesday, you witnessed a rarity. LAFC lost 2-0 to the Galaxy, exiting the Open Cup in the Round of 16 for the second year in a row. And yet, the vibe around the stadium was… different. Max and Vince are starting the show off with how LAFC fans should feel after the loss. It was a valiant performance from a team comprised of mostly LAFC2 players and younger first-team players. The guys also talk about who stood out in the match, and our guest, LAFC2 head coach Enrique Duran provides even more context to the performance. Oh, and there was a bit of a situation surrounding a celebration in the match. Max and Vince aren’t shying away from the controversy. They’ll give their thoughts and more. Rundown: What’s On The Show | 0:00 How Should LAFC Fans Feel? | 4:53 Lineup Choices | 9:39 Payaso? | 14:02 Takeaways | 23:00 Enrique Duran Joins The Show | 29:41

As you can tell from the title of this podcast, LAFC is back to winning ways and we’re back with another great show. This week, our BFF Ilie Sánchez joins the show for the first time in 2023. Max and Vince leaned on Ilie last season for a lot of insight and after his gorgeous assist against RSL, what better time to chat with him again? But before Ilie joins the guys, Max and Vince take you through LAFC’s 3-0 win over Real Salt Lake. The guys share their thoughts on what LAFC continues to be the difference for LAFC despite teams giving the Black & Gold their best shot. The guys also preview the upcoming weekday match against a resurgent Sporting KC and have a brief chat about the recently released MLS player salaries. Rundown What’s On The Show | 0:00 Special Weekend For Max | 2:17 LAFC Gets RSL’s Best Shot | 4:19 Takeaways From RSL | 13:39 SKC Preview | 21:12 Salary Talk | 25:30 Ilie Joins The Show | 29:31

Just when you thought you'd seen everything. LAFC sent a team full of teenagers up the coast to Monterey Bay FC and against all the odds advanced on penalties to the Open Cup Round of 16. Max and Vince take you through what the victory means to LAFC and to the LAFC2 players that made the Club proud. After that, the guys look forward to LAFC's trip to Utah to face Real Salt Lake. Having called a handful of RSL matches already this season, Max has your scouting report as LAFC looks to get back to winning ways. Then Eldin Jakupović makes his first appearance on the MVP. Fresh off his penalty shootout heroics against Monterey Bay, Edlin gives us the inside story of the match, what he told the young players in extra time and before the shootout, and why he won't be letting any of them control the radio anytime soon. Rundown: What's On The Show | 0:00 The Kids Are Alright | 1:58 LAFC Draws The Galaxy | 9:00 San Jose Thoughts | 14:53 RSL Scouting Report | 17:00 Eldin Jakupović Joins The Show | 22:24

LAFC is going to the Concacaf Champions League final! But you already knew that. Max and Vince are here to break it all down. The guys give their first impressions after the 3-0 leg two win over the Philadelphia Union. Who were the standout players? How did LAFC get the job done? What was the difference? Max and Vince answer all those questions before giving their thoughts on LAFC's final opponent León. Despite making the CCL final, LAFC won't get a break anytime soon. The Black & Gold are back in action this weekend against an improved San Jose team and then kick off the Open Cup campaign at Monterey Bay FC. Max and Vince will prepare you for those matches before bringing on their special guest. Fresh off his goal against the Union, Timothy Tillman joins the show. The guys ask Timothy about the matches against Philly, reaching a final, and what life has been like for him in LA. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, review, and tell a friend! Rundown: What's Coming Up | 0:00 First Impressions | 1:58 The Differenc

This might be the biggest week of LAFC’s 2023 season to date. A trip to the Concacaf Champions League final is on the line in a highly anticipated two-legged contest and the Max + Vince Podcast has you covered from all angles in a “CCL final or bust” episode. LAFC fought back to earn a point over the weekend in Nashville but that was just an appetizer to the main course. Without an MLS match until May 6, LAFC faces the Philadelphia Union twice, away and home, in a week. Max and Vince tell you why this rematch of the 2022 MLS Cup is huge for MLS and Concacaf. Then the guys get down to business analyzing the two sides. Is Philly peaking at the right time? Does LAFC have a tactical edge? What are the biggest matchups across the pitch? The guys answer all these questions before bringing on former Max +1 analyst and Philadelphia Union midfielder Maurice Edu. With his shared allegiances, the guys ask Mo how he’s feeling going into the match and what he thinks the two teams will be looking to accomplish on the pitch

Like many of you, Max and Vince are still buzzing after the win in Carson. The guys share their experiences at the derby, including hanging with Supporters and getting to watch the game as a fan. After Takeaways, the guys are answering your questions. Max and Vince put out the call for LAFC questions on social media and you had lots for them. It looks like the guys will be doing Fan Questions on a monthly basis, so if you didn’t get your question answered this time you’ll have another chance. Finally, Ryan Hollingshead is the guest in the final segment. The defender scored the eventual game-winner against the Galaxy on his birthday. Max and Vince ask Ryan about playing a home match away from home and how the team managed to get over the hump in Carson. Finally, to celebrate Ryan’s birthday, we have a round of birthday questions. As always, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, review… and tell a friend! Rundown What’s Coming Up | 0:00 Derby Memories | 1:27 Takeways | 11:06 Fan Questions | 17:38 Ryan Hollingshead

A string of 3-0 wins for LAFC has Max and Vince in good spirits ahead of a big derby match. The guys recap the recent results against Austin FC and Vancouver. Denis Bouanga can't stop scoring and Steve Cherundolo has his team fully bought in. The guys discuss their biggest Takeaways from the last two matches. After a chat about what makes early MVP frontrunner Denis Bouanga so special, we welcome another lethal goalscorer to the show. Apple TV MLS lead analyst Taylor Twellman joins Max and Vince. The guys stay on the topic of Denis Bouanga to start. Has Taylor seen anything like him in MLS before? Then it's a preview of LAFC's trip to face the Galaxy. What should we expect from a match that never goes to script? Taylor gives us his thoughts. Finally, the guys wrap up the show by asking Taylor his "best" and "worst" of the MLS season so far. Rundown: What's Coming Up On The Show | 0:00 Recapping Recent Results | 3:31 Takeaways | 11:22 Bouanga Can't Stop Scoring | 20:45 Taylor Twellman Joins The Show | 27:45

Armando looks back on the win against Dallas… Ilie Sánchez talks about his experience of becoming an American citizen…. Steve Cherundolo and Ryan Hollingshead give their impressions on the road tie in Colorado…And Armando breaks down the MLS standings and LAFC’s difficult four game in 15 day upcoming schedule. Hablamos del juego contra Dallas….Ilie Sánchez habla acerca de su experiencia de ser ciudadano americano…Impresiones de Steve Cherundolo y Ryan Hollinshead del juego contra Colorado….Posiciones en la MLS y los 4 partidos que tendrá LAFC en 15 días.

Last week, the Max + Vince Podcast returned for the first time in 2023. This week, the podcast returns with a video version and a great guest. Fresh off his third clean sheet of the MLS season, John McCarthy joins Max and Vince ahead of another busy week. But before the guys talk with John, they break down everything that happened in Colorado over the week. Despite the 0-0 scoreline, Max and Vince had plenty to talk about including defending set pieces and LAFC’s use of the ball. After that, the guys preview the week ahead with a difficult clash in Vancouver in the quarterfinals of the Concacaf Champions League before LAFC returns home to face Austin FC. Is there a budding rivalry between Austin and LAFC or was last season just a one-off? Finally, the guys welcome their first guest of the season to the show. John McCarthy sits down to talk about how the altitude in Colorado affects goalkeepers, his mindset ahead of the busy week, and, of course, how his NCAA brackets are doing. All that and more on Inside LAF

Just like Denis Bouanga against FC Dallas, the return of the Max + Vince Podcast was a long one but worth it. This week, Max and Vince are taking you through everything that happened in LAFC’s 2-1 win over Dallas, including how important Bouanga’s return was to not just his team but to the entire league. Then the guys turn their attention to LAFC’s next opponent as LAFC has a tricky away trip to Colorado. Finally, the recent spell of international matches inspired Max and Vince. The guys give a take each on a world football topic of their choice. Rundown: Welcome - 0:00 LAFC2 Review - 3:17 What’s Coming Up - 6:17 Recapping LAFC’s Win Over Dallas - 7:32 Bouanga’s Epic Journey - 16:12 Take It Or Leave It - 22:21 Previewing Colorado - 39:20 Around The World - 51:01

Armando talks about a busy stretch of games and Steve Cherundolo breaks down the tie in Seattle, as the team goes in-depth with LAFC’s play so far in 2023. Platicamos acerca de jugar 5 partidos en una semana, Steve Cherundolo habla del juego vs Seattle y un resumen de los 5 partidos.

In this program, LAFC remembers the 2022 MLS Cup, Armando sits down with Denil Maldonado, the team's new Honduran player and a recap of everything that happened in the 3-2 win over Portland. En este programa, recordaremos el titulo ganado en el 2022, Una entrevista con Danil Maldonado nuevo jugador Hondureño, La previa del partido y todo lo ocurrido en la victoria de 3 -2 sobre Portland.

This is it! We're 24 hours away from the first MLS Cup final in Los Angeles. The Max + Vince podcast was LIVE from open training for LAFC and the Philadelphia Union with the Radio Voice of LAFC Dave Denholm filling in for Max. Vince and Dave preview MLS Cup with the help of LAFC goalkeeper John McCarthy, LA Daily News writer Josh Gross, 110 Football's Connor Kalopsis, and Max drops in for a bit as well. We've got previews and predictions before the biggest match of the year!

We're diving into tactics on today's pod. Leading up to MLS Cup, we've talked about the Western Conference final win over Austin and had a big-picture chat about the moments that got LAFC to this point. Now it's time to look a little closer at what Vince calls the "soccer nerd" stuff. To do that, Max and Vince welcome "Mr. LAFC" Jordan Harvey to the show. Jordan has been working in many capacities for LAFC all season, including as an assistant to the coaching staff. Max and Vince ask Jordan what excites him most about the matchup, where LAFC can be effective, how Philly likes matches to play out, and what to look for from both teams in the final.

The Max + Vince Podcast continues its epic MLS Cup final week of content. The guys will have a new episode every day leading up to the final with player guests and inside access. Today's theme is the Road to MLS Cup. Max and Vince are talking about the milestones and big matches that got LAFC to this point. Think of it this way, "if x didn't happen, LAFC wouldn't be in MLS Cup." The guys share their three season-changing milestones before bringing on Mahala and Sebastien Ibeagha to talk about big moments in the season, the team's togetherness in the playoffs, and why Mahala calls Kellyn Acosta "dad."

Happy MLS Cup final week! It's the biggest week in club history and the Max + Vince Podcast is going to be there with you every step of the way. That's right, the guys are podcasting every day this week leading up to Saturday's final at Banc of California Stadium. Today, the guys are starting off with a recap of the 3-0 victory over Austin FC. In the biggest match of the season, LAFC had its best performance. Max and Vince take you through all the action, including LAFC's 90-minute press, the off-the-ball runs of LAFC wide forwards, and Steve Cherundolo continuing to use his substitutions to perfection. After that, the guys welcome Sebastien Ibeagha back to the show. Seb stepped up in a big moment, coming in for Giorgio Chiellini at halftime and helping LAFC maintain a clean sheet. It's not the first time he's had to step in during a big moment for the Black & Gold. Max and Vince ask how he prepares for the unexpected, what his thoughts were when he was called on at half, and how a great week of training made

The Max + Vince Podcast returned to the LAFC Performance Center this week. The guys are recapping the victory over the Galaxy in the second round of the MLS Cup Playoffs. Max and Vince share what they thought the difference was this time around against an emergent Galaxy team. But as they say, "one down, two to go." The attention turns to Austin in the Western Conference Final. LAFC lost both meetings with Austin FC this season, so what can they do differently and is there anything the squad can learn from previous meetings? Max and Vince discuss that and welcome the best friend of the podcast Ilie Sanchez for a chat in the second segment. Ilie shares his thoughts on besting the Galaxy and getting motivated to take the next step. The midfielder also tells us why this LAFC side is special when it comes to getting things done in big moments.