The Soccer Tejas Podcast discusses the Leagues Cup 2025 Final, where Seattle Sounders FC dominated with a 3-0 win over Inter Miami CF, the ensuing controversy surrounding Luis Suarez’s unsportsmanlike conduct, and the broader implications for MLS and youth soccer culture.

The panel also analyzes the Houston Dynamo’s playoff hopes and performance under Ben Olsen, the Houston Dash’s resilience and roster changes, and the shifting priorities between the Leagues Cup and US Open Cup.

The podcast also highlights the growth of the NWSL, the University of Houston women’s soccer team’s progress, the absence of men’s college programs in Texas, and the need for more positive parental involvement in youth soccer.

0:00 Introduction and Welcome

1:46 Review of the 2025 Leagues Cup Final

7:17 Are the Seattle Sounders a surprise or a repeat success?

13:00 Post-Match Brawl and Luis Suarez's Spitting Incident

24:00 Impact of Suarez's Actions on MLS and Youth

27:41 Where does the Leagues Cup rank among other competitions?

32:56 Houston Dynamo's Playoff Hopes After Win in St. Louis

40:34 Houston Dash Extends Unbeaten Run to Five

01:00:06 University of Houston Women's Soccer Team Recent Win Over UT

01:08:54 Youth Soccer Tips After Labor Day

01:14:27 What's on your Soccer Mind?