FC Cincinnati grind out a 1-0 road win over the New York Red Bulls — their 11th away victory of the season — with Kévin Denkey once again playing the hero. We break down the playoff seeding scenarios, Louro’s first MLS clean sheet, the impact of Miazga’s injury setback, and what’s next heading into Decision Day vs CF Montréal. Plus, FCC 2 clinch a playoff berth and seven players get international call-ups.

Timestamps:

(00:00) - Podcast opening

(02:06) - Matchday vs New York Red Bulls 1-0 W

(20:51) - FCC Defensive Concerns

(23:36) - Worried about 1 goal leads & lacking creativity

(25:34) - MLS Playoff Seeding Scenarios

(27:08) - FCC’s goalkeeper situation

(29:24) - Trivia Question of the Week presented by GOLZ TV

(31:20) - Sam's Jersey Swap of the Week

(33:44) - Ryan's Jersey Swap of the Week

(35:16) - Sam's Card of the Week

(36:54) - Ryan's Card of the Week

(38:51) - FCC 2 Clinches Playoff Berth

(46:32) - MLSPA Free Agency List

(54:13) - International Window Approaching

(01:00:12) - Matchday vs CF Montreal at Home

(01:05:05) - Trivia Answer

FCC drop points late again in a 1-1 draw with Orlando, conceding a 90+6’ equalizer, their 14th goal allowed after the 84th minute this year. We break down what it means for the Supporters Shield' race, Bucha’s impact, FCC2 winning the “Heck is Plausible” Cup, new Next Pro signing Jack Mize, and look ahead to the Red Bulls matchup.

Timestamps:

(00:00) - Podcast opening

(01:13) - Matchday vs Orlando 1-1 Draw

(19:41) - FCC giving up goals late

(23:12) - Bucha’s impact

(24:33) - FCC players coming back from injury?

(27:45) - Trivia Question Of The Week presented by GOLZ TV

(29:47) - Sam's Jersey Swap of the Week

(31:09) - Ryan's Jersey Swap of the Week

(33:31) - Sam's Card of the Week

(35:59) - Ryan's Card of the Week

(38:10) - Jack Mize joining the FCC 2 MLS Next Pro Team

(41:49) - FCC 2 W in Heck is Plausible

(45:35) - Matchday vs Red Bulls Away

(54:21) - Trivia Answer

We break down all the big storylines: Evander’s MVP-level season, Brenner’s resurgence and how FCC is firmly in the Supporters’ Shield race with just a few games to go. Plus: Ender’s emergence, FCC 2’s upset win over New England Revs II, our Jersey Swap + Card of the Week, and a look ahead to the Orlando showdown on Sunday night.

Timestamps:

(00:00) - Podcast opening

(01:43) - Matchday vs LA Galaxy 3-2 W

(23:32) - FCC firmly in Supporters Shield race

(29:27) - Evander’s Legendary season

(30:52) - Trivia Question of the Week presented by Golz TV

(33:47) - Sam's Jersey Swap of the Week

(36:09) - Ryan's Jersey Swap of the Week

(41:28) - Sam's Card of the Week

(43:07) - Ryan's Card of the Week

(46:32) - FCC 2 win at home vs NE Revs II

(50:33) - Matchday 36 vs Orlando City

(58:42) - Trivia Answer