Nine Funerals as Decision Day Looms | MLS Soccerwise
Summary
Hosts David Goss and Tom Doyle preview MLS Decision Day, analyzing the Western Conference playoff race where six teams compete for three spots. The episode highlights key matchups, including the LA Galaxy’s must-win game against Real Salt Lake and the Portland Timbers’ favorable fixture against Austin. The hosts also discuss the Seattle Sounders’ coaching future and the Minnesota United’s potential upset over San Jose, while noting the Eastern Conference is already locked.
Topics discussed
Show intro, playoff preview plans, and social media updates
Banter on Liverpool's CL loss and MLS free agency jokes
Decision Day context: Western Conference playoff race
LA Galaxy vs Real Salt Lake: roster, cap, and tactical analysis
RSL ownership changes and playoff scenarios for other teams
Seattle Sounders: fan voting, roster gaps, and expectations
Western Conference tiebreakers and San Jose Earthquakes clinch
Eastern Conference: Nashville, Chicago, Charlotte, and Inter Miami
Sporting Kansas City: season review and offseason needs
CF Montreal: ownership issues, fan discourse, and roster flaws
Atlanta United: tactical struggles and center forward spending
Austin FC and St. Louis City: rebuilds and managerial changes
San Diego FC: youth development and playoff collapse
Columbus Crew: coaching fit and market perception
New England Revolution: Maxi Morales injury impact
New York Red Bulls: coaching, finishing, and player development
Upcoming podcast guests and closing remarks
Listen ad-free on Castria