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- Yesterday1h 10m
Episode 480: Leagues Cup 2026 Preview Part 2
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, we're preparing for the Leagues Cup, which for those unfamiliar, is a cup competition involving teams from both MLS and Liga MX! In this episode we will be making predictions for phase one, specifically the western teams this episode. For predictions for the remaining teams, give the last episode a listen. We've gone through each team and listed their current position in the standings and one player to watch, and some of their recent "big sig...
- 3 days ago1h 19m
Episode 479: Leagues Cup 2026 Preview Part 1
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, we're preparing for the Leagues Cup, which for those unfamiliar, is a cup competition involving teams from both MLS and Liga MX! In this episode we will be making predictions for phase one, specifically the eastern teams this episode. For predictions for the remaining teams, give the next episode a listen. We've gone through each team and listed their current position in the standings and one player to watch, and some of their recent signings...
- 1 weeks ago1h 10m
Episode 478: What you missed in MLS Part 2: Transfers!
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're back to covering MLS again! This week we're catching you up on all of the big transfers that have happened during the World Cup, including at Lewandowski to Chicago, Rossi leaving Columbus, Saint-Maximin to Charlotte, and more. Let us know your thoughts! Recorded on: 7/19/2026 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #a...
- 1 weeks ago38 min
Episode 477: REACTING TO THE 2026 WORLD CUP FINAL!
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we reacting to the World Cup final! We will be giving our breakdown of all the major moments of the game and what ultimately lead to Spain's victory of Argentina. Let us know your thoughts! Recorded on: 7/19/2026 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunit...
- 1 weeks ago36 min
Episode 476: Recapping the World Cup Semifinals and Making Our World Cup Finals Predictions!
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we continue our coverage of the World Cup! This week we are recapping the semifinals games, which has set us up for the 2026 World Cup Final! We will lastly and briefly make our finals predictions. Let us know your thoughts! Recorded on: 7/16/2026 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96...
- 2 weeks ago40 min
Episode 475: What you missed in MLS Part 1: Big Coaching Changes!
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're back to covering MLS again! This week we're catching you up on all of the coaching changes that have happened during the World Cup, including at Austin FC, Portland Timbers, and Philadelphia Union. Let us know your thoughts! Recorded on: 7/12/2026 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #ra...
- 2 weeks ago1h 6m
Episode 474: Reffing controversies, late winners, and more as we recap the World Cup Quarterfinals
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we continue our coverage of the World Cup! This week we are recapping the quarterfinals games, which include plenty of ref controversy and late game winners! Lastly, we make some quick predictions for the semifinals. Let us know your thoughts! Recorded on: 7/12/2026 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #color...
- 3 weeks ago1h 25m
Episode 473: Recapping the terrible USA performance and other round of 16 games
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we continue our coverage of the World Cup! This week we are recapping the round of 16 games, including the dreadful US performance! Lastly, we make some quick predictions for the quarterfinals. Let us know your thoughts! Recorded on: 7/7/2026 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #col...
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