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A homegrown player for Sporting Kansas City, Dániel Sallói has become a fan favorite and mainstay on the KC roster throughout his career. We sit down with the talented winger to discuss his MVP candidate season in 2021, growing into a leadership role, and who the best trash talker on the team is!
01:00 Getting a nice break in the middle of the season and the incredibly busy soccer calendar
04:42 Playing padel and investing into courts in Kansas City
11:02 Becoming a mainstay player with Sporting Kansas City
22:35 Growing up in a soccer family with a pro footballer as a dad
33:31 His vlog from the 2020 MLS is Back tournament and what it was like in the bubble
40:20 Trash talking and the vibe in the locker room
45:44 His playlist and newfound love for Kendrick LamarTimestamps
(00:30) The summer of soccer and the hype around the Club World Cup
(18:18) The Gold Cup and US Soccer's missed opportunities to grow the sport in the country
(37:12) Our goals for the summerCast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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With the Club World Cup and Gold Cup in full swing, it's set to be another busy summer for soccer in the United States. But are we doing everything we can as a country to capitalize on all of these opportunities to grow the sport? We discuss this and more on the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast!
Timestamps
(00:30) The summer of soccer and the hype around the Club World Cup
(18:18) The Gold Cup and US Soccer's missed opportunities to grow the sport in the country
(37:12) Our goals for the summerCast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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Based in Jacksonville, Florida, World Class Football brings a fresh take on soccer storytelling in the country. Brand founder Ricky Canales joins the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss the latest headlines across the soccer culture-verse, including protests in LA, the not-so-great USMNT vibes, and what CONCACAF World Cup qualifying could look like without the United States, Mexico, or Canada in the mix.
Timestamps
(01:17) World Class Football's origin story and Ricky's background in the sport
(07:20) The situation in Los Angeles: Lots of footy on the pitch, protests in the streets
(16:25) USMNT's bad vibes
(27:56) Landon Donovan vs. Christian Pulisic
(37:46) CONCACAF's World Cup qualifying with the US, Mexico, and Canada already inCast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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It was an incredibly busy weekend in the world of football, and we recap some of the biggest moments with the help of Favian Renkel. One of the top voices when it comes to North American soccer, Renkel has written for sites like SBI Soccer, Upper 90, and Sports Illustrated, and perhaps most importantly he is the newest contributor to the Urban Pitch staff.
We get into the LAFC vs. Club America Club World Cup play-in match, Carlos Vela's retirement, and more! Be sure to stay tuned for more stories and podcast episodes with Favian in the future.
(00:02:10) The LAFC-Club America FIFA Club World Cup qualifying match
(00:14:35) Does MLS have an East Coast bias?
(00:23:49) Christian Pulisic's USMNT legacy
(00:41:44) Carlos Vela's retirement and the MLS Mount Rushmore
(01:02:40) Favian's background in the sport and how he fell in love with the gameCast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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The biggest game of the club season is upon us, so you know we had to predict a winner. Can Julio continue his hot streak?
But before we get into that, we discuss the latest El Trafico match, the controversy surrounding Marky Delgado's 2024 MLS Cup ring presentation, and the monumental opportunity that LAFC has to qualify for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.
Timestamps
(01:16) The El Trafico rivalry and how the Galaxy handled Marky Delgado's ring presentation
(09:15) The Galaxy's struggles throughout 2025 and the MLS rules restrictions
(17:41) LAFC's opportunity to qualify for the 2025 Club World Cup
(25:38) Our UCL final predictions
(31:04) The new FIFA transfer window for the Club World CupCast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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With the summer rapidly approaching, we've seen a slew of national team kits drop from the world's biggest brands. But whose have been the best: Nike, adidas, or PUMA? We get into it all on the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast!
Plus: check out the incredibly dope kits we're rocking from Oakland Soul!
Timestamps
(00:30) The Oakland Soul kits we're rocking
(02:08) Our thoughts on recent kit releases, starting with Nike
(15:50) The new slate of adidas kits
(21:24) PUMA's recent offerings
(24:31) Why these US kits are the best in quite some time
(27:30) Barcelona's fantastic runCast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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Co-founder of 5ASIDE Media and WavyFooty, and founder of Vino Vriday and Vino Conversations, Gabriel Guisado has been making big moves in the soccer and culture space in recent years. His most recent Vino Vriday event hit Los Angeles, and we caught up with him while he was in town to discuss the growth of soccer culture in the United States, R&B's different eras, and the ongoing comparisons between New York City and LA.
Timestamps
(00:01:30) The growth of 5ASIDE Media and starting Vino Vriday
(00:08:10) The different iterations of R&B and why the current era is under appreciated
(00:21:14) Keeping up with the wild storylines throughout the 2024-25 season
(00:42:36) The 5ASIDE movement
(00:49:24) NYC vs. LA
(00:56:10) Gabe's pre-game playlistCast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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As we near the end of the 2024-25 international football season, there's been a hot stove of storylines firing from all corners of the globe. We start things off in the United States, where the Vancouver Whitecaps have continued a surprise dominant campaign by advancing to the finals of the CONCACAF Champions Cup over Inter Miami. In addition to Vancouver's success, we discuss the issues at Inter Miami, who have struggled to win major trophies with their star-studded roster.
We then get into the national team setup, where former USMNT manager Bruce Arena made headlines with his comments about current boss Mauricio Pochettino, followed by the UEFA Champions League and Real Madrid's mercurial first season with Kylian Mbappe.
(02:17) Vancouver Whitecaps' upset of Inter Miami in the CONCACAF Champions Cup
(14:40) Should national team coaches be from the same country they coach?
(26:40) The major coaching shuffle heading into the 2025 offseason
(30:17) Real Madrid's disappointing 2025 and Lamine Yamal's ascendence
(36:10) Predictions for the UCL semis second legCast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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The 2026 World Cup is going to be different. Three host nations and 48 participating teams are perhaps the most notable changes to the tournament's format, but, as purveyors of all things soccer culture, one new addition has piqued our interest the most: a Super Bowl-style halftime show during the final.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has called it a "can't-miss event," and many have speculated as to who is the right artist to perform. Including us. On the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, we go through our picks to headline the landmark performance, from Drake to Taylor Swift and beyond.
In addition, we get into some of our favorite kits from America's lower leagues, a conversation spurred by the new Forward Madison home kits that the club was kind enough to send us!
Timestamps
(01:15) Forward Madison's fantastic approach to lower league soccer
(08:54) Our favorite kits from America's lower leagues
(15:07) Potential US Open Cup upsets in the round of 32
(21:35) The lawsuit against the USWNT
(25:28) Who should perform at the 2026 World Cup Final halftime show?Cast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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Episode 200 of the Urban Pitch Podcast is here, and it's a special one. We wanted to discuss the evolving soccer culture in the United States, and couldn't think of two better people to do it with than Denise Jones and Eli Lesser! Having both been in the soccer and media spaces for quite some time, both Denise and Eli have a unique insight and voice on all things soccer, and they join us for a fun conversation that covers everything from the 2026 World Cup to the overall experience of the American soccer fan. We hope you enjoy the discussion as much as we did, and here's to 200 more!
Timestamps
(00:00:30) Celebrating 200 episodes
(00:06:30) New trends and the growth of soccer in the US leading up to the 2026 World Cup
(00:29:17) The overall fan experience in the US — supporters' groups for clubs vs. the national team (00:37:02) Our favorite US Soccer kits
(00:46:40) The USMNT's chances at the 2026 World Cup
(01:01:00) What lies in the future of American soccerCast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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A fourth-round pick in the 2024 NWSL Draft, Madison Curry quickly went from unheralded prospect to everyday starter for Angel City FC in her rookie season. After signing with the Seattle Reign in free agency ahead of the 2025 season, her journey as a starter continues, having played in every minute of the team's first three games.
She's found a new home in Seattle, one where she can flourish in a different playing style that suits her offensive capabilities as a wing back, while also connecting to the beautiful scenery and nature away from the pitch. She joins the Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss how she's settled into her new team and city, how the league has changed in the short time she's been in it, and her experience going from Princeton to the pro ranks.
Timestamps
(01:41) Signing with Seattle after her rookie season with Angel City FC, and getting settled with her new team
(20:28) Going the college route with Princeton and the trend of going pro at a younger age
(24:50) Making her return to LA on the other side of things
(31:50) Interacting with fans in Seattle
(35:40) Her off the pitch interests and fashion sense
(45:30) Advice to kids wanting to go pro
(49:10) Music in the Reign locker room and the music on Madison's playlistCast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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The USMNT's recent CONCACAF Nations League crash out once again shows that there's still plenty of work cut out for this "Golden Generation." We break down the loss to Panama in the semis, then get into if the squad needs to go all-out in the Gold Cup. Then, we get into the upcoming Club World Cup and the opening stages of the US Open Cup!
(00:33) The USMNT's loss to Panama and the team's disappointment
(13:39) Does the USMNT need to go all-out for the Gold Cup
(19:16) The upcoming Club World Cup: Are we hyped for it?
(39:36) The 2025 US Open CupCast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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As the 2025 NWSL season kicked off last weekend, the action on the pitch was only matched by the hype surrounding the new jersey releases. We go through each team's new jersey and rank them in a tiered list. Where did your team end up?
(01:50) Some background behind the 2025 NWSL kits
(07:17) Our rankings of each NWSL kitCast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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"New year, new me."
That's the mantra that 17-year-old Angel City FC forward Casey Phair has going into the 2025 NWSL season. The youngest player on the team, Phair was understandably a bit shy throughout her rookie season, but now with a year of experience under her belt, she's ready to make an impact in year two. She joins the Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss her growth as a player during the offseason, bonding with her fellow young teammates, and learning valuable lessons from veterans like Christen Press and Sydney Leroux.
In addition, we chat about her experience on the South Korean national team, and getting to hang out in Los Angeles' Koreatown.
Timestamps
(01:15) Angel City FC's outlook for 2025 and Casey's growth
(12:00) The bond between the young players at Angel City
(19:44) Who's on AUX duty in the locker room and general vibes within the team
(23:30) The Korean population in LA and her favorite places to hang out in Koreatown
(30:50) Going to Korea for national team duty and interacting with fans
(38:03) Angel City's commitment to fashion and the best dressed players on the team
(42:33) Before/In/After 2007: A new quiz show
(47:34) Turning pro instead of going to college and the dynamic with her family
(57:04) Thoughts on the new Angel City FC kitsCast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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The last time we had Jeremy Ebobisse on the podcast, he was bagging goals for the San Jose Earthquakes. Just over a year later, he's made the trip to Southern California with LAFC, where he's already scored a pivotal goal in the club's 2025 season opener.
He re-joins the Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss his move to LA, the vibes in the LAFC locker room, and helping those around him to succeed as much as possible.
Timestamps
(01:04) Getting adjusted to Los Angeles and thoughts on his new club
(15:55) Getting involved in the LA community
(21:50) LAFC's 2025 season and the league-wide camaraderie between players
(27:10) Being an amateur foodie and trying spots in LA
(35:37) Being a mentor in the locker room to younger players
(45:07) Who runs AUX in the LAFC locker room and Jeremy's playlist
(50:32) The pressure of winning in Los AngelesCast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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The 2025 MLS season kicked off over the weekend, which means we got a slew of new kits to parse over. We take a look at some of the best and worst new releases, while also looking ahead at what should be another fantastic season.
In addition, we go over the recent USL division 1 application news, and take a look at if the country is ready for another top flight. Could pro/rel finally be coming to the U.S.?
Timestamps
(01:33) USL's division 1 ambitions and the possibility of pro/rel in the United States
(14:34) The start of the MLS season and our thoughts on the best and worst kitsCast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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Holding down the back line for Brooklyn FC in the USL Super League, Allison Pantuso and Samantha Rosette have been valuable veteran presences for the new club in the startup league. Currently sitting in first place heading into the spring half of the 2024-25 season, Brooklyn has emerged as one of the strongest clubs both on and off the pitch in the Super League.
They drop by the Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss the experience of joining a first-year club, their midseason trip to Italy, and the vibes of playing in the heart of New York City.
(01:13) Brooklyn FC's midseason trip to Italy
(07:20) Coming together as a new team and the vibes in the locker room
(17:47) The process of joining Brooklyn FC after lengthy careers playing overseas
(23:30) What it's like playing in New York, and the differences between each neighborhood
(31:10) The Player's Network and connecting pro soccer players from all around the world
(37:20) Pre-game rituals and what's on their playlistCast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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Since making his debut with the Portland Timbers at 18 in 2017, Marco Farfan has become a staple in MLS, and has found a solid role with FC Dallas. He joins the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss turning pro while he was still in high school, his thoughts on the 2025 season, and the challenges of playing for a new coach.
Timestamps
(00:55) Preseason vibes and the hype for the 2025 season
(05:02) The nature of being traded and Luka Doncic's impact on Dallas
(13:20) Growing up in Portland and signing with the Timbers while he was still in high school
(26:30) MLS fans and the differences in fan bases between Portland, LA, and Dallas
(32:39) FC Dallas' outlook for 2025
(39:30) Differences between Portland, LA, and Dallas
(41:20) His style and getting into fashion
(44:23) The music on his playlist
(46:33) Julio's hot seatCast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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The winter transfer window has heated up, with big moves on both the men's and women's side of things. After an injury-filled spell at Al-Hilal in the Saudi Pro League, Neymar is making his return to Brazil and his childhood club, Santos. Elsewhere, Naomi Girma became the first million-dollar transfer in women's soccer, joining Chelsea and bolstering a super-team that also features fellow USWNT stars Catarina Macario and Mia Fishel.
We get into all of this and more on the latest Urban Pitch Podcast episode, in addition to discussing the jam-packed league phase of the Champions League, Cobi Jones' statue for LA Galaxy, and more moves across the world of football.
Timestamps
(01:02) Neymar's return to Santos
(16:10) Naomi Girma: Women's soccer's first million-dollar transfer
(27:33) The new Champions League format and the expanding nature of major tournaments
(38:32) Cobi Jones' statue for LA Galaxy
(48:32) Mateusz Bogusz leaving LAFC for Cruz AzulCast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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A founding member of Ambiente Central, one of LA's hottest events, Henrry Rza has become a sought after DJ and expert vibe curator over the past few years. He's also a passionate footy fan with supreme ball knowledge, and he joins the squad to discuss some of his favorite soccer moments, controversial VAR calls, and his love for Arsenal, in addition to starting Ambiente Central and uniting LA's vibrant Central American community.
Timestamps
(00:03:05) The art of being a good DJ and the various styles of DJing
(00:11:15) Growing up in LA and his soccer background
(00:16:44) How his love for hip-hop got him into DJing
(00:22:37) His Ambiente Central event, and uniting LA's Central American community
(00:31:39) Liga MX vs. MLS
(00:38:50) Becoming an Arsenal fan and the fall of Manchester United
(00:44:30) VAR and its implementation across various leagues
(00:52:37) The music-sports crossover
(00:57:08) The music in his rotationCast
Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores
Producer: Roy Cho
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