The Kickoff Lounge
Soccer talk for the people. Culturally inclusive. Focusing on the latest in MLS action and the U.S. National Teams. Hanging at the forefront of being a community hub and conversation starter for new, casual, and dedicated fans of the beautiful game from the American vantage point.
Episodes
53 episodes
S3.11: "Welcoming Party"
Tap in! We talk the NYC vs MIA match, NYC energy, Pulisic, the growth of the American Soccer supporter, and much more! One of the best digital soccer hang outs you'll find, is here for your entertainment. #soccer #mls #messi
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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37:06
S3.10: "Big Poch On Deck"
Whats the grade on this move? Can he successfully raise the mood and the mindset of the USMNT team? Which has been questionable at best as of late. We give weekend MLS predictions, Alex Morgan's place in soccer history, and can NWSL pass MLS in...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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41:11
S3.9: "Golden Changes"
POCHETTINO!! How will he impact the USMNT squad going forward? We have a super insightful conversation, with Travel Futbol Fan, on how to save money and experience live soccer and ideally the 2026 World Cup. Of course shout out the ladies in Pa...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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55:12
S3.8: "Whole Lot of Red"
Fresh off watching the US lose to Panama, we jumped right into recording the episode! Was the Tim Weah red worse than the Dest? Will anyone stop Colombia? We dive into this big moment during the summer of soccer. Tap in and enjoy!#copaa...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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37:44
S3.7: "The Sound of Copa In The Air"
Of course we give our thoughts on Copa America — winners..we see you Colombia, losers, the overall look of the USMNT team, and of course to Gregg or not to Gregg, is it really still a question? Tap in and start your soccer weekend with us.<...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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50:27
S3.6: "New Styles and Big Goals"
Who's the early MVP leader? Who inspired Bernadeschi? Were we all too aggressive on Cushing early in the season? We get into all that and more on this latest episode. Tap in and start your soccer weekend.#soccer #mls #messi
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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41:34
S3.5 "City 2 City"
The story of the burrito boyz, where you might find you future wife and becoming a husband, and who will own New York, the biggest market in the world going forward? All that and then some, this week at the Kickoff Lounge!#MLS #Soccer
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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45:50
S3.4: "Gainz & Goals"
From New York and secret Florida locations, we're talking about the New LA Galaxy, strengths and areas of growth for the USMNT, surprising turns in NWSL, and much more! Tap in and get the US Soccer weekend started at The Kickoff Lou...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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45:50
S3.3: "New Goals - Ladies & Gents"
NWSL had a hell of a weekend. MLS is so damn unpredictable, do you love it or hate it?! We have Alex Miles, the man in charge of Orlando City Insider and we dive into what's going on with 2024 Orlando. Of course, with the rumor mill spinning, h...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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50:29
S3.2: "The Sickest Vendetta"
What is MLS trying to do with this Open Cup situation? Is MLS better than LIGA MX? We bringing the best energy, diving into Matchday 3 action, and Al gives a brief warning on the dangers and/or blessings of edibles.#MLS #socce...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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30:08
S3.1: "MLS Back In The Lounge"
SEASON 3 AND WE'RE BACK! Thank you for rocking with us. We get into all the MLS action from opening weekend, the ongoing referee saga, and so much more! Are the refs giving Messi a pass?#mls #majorleaguesoccer
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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47:34
S2. E23: "Grand Closing Deux"
The final episode of the season! Improving the MLS Draft, MLS Cup, Cristian Pulisic and his European domination, MLS vs U.S. Open Cup, and much much more! Plus we give advice for navigating Miami in the summer for Copa America 2024.#mls...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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42:12
S2. E22: "The Cup Is Here!"
We arrived at MLS Cup weekend in dramatic and surprising fashion! Welcome Luis Suarez to MLS, Messi is the Athlete of the year, and who will bring home MLS Cup? Of course we got more ins and outs to chew on, tap in and enjoy!#majorleagu...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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31:43
S2. E21: "Big Conference Energy"
The conference finals are set in the MLS! Respect to Orlando. USMNT vs. MLS Best XI, who wins? The perfect Cristiano crypto deal? Is Ohio officially a soccer state? We dive into a lot this episode, the next round of the playoffs of course, and ...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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50:08
S2. E20: "Holiday Breaks and Stakes"
We dive into the international break and give MLS playoff picks for this weekend’s round of games. Big shout out to Luis Diaz and Vamos Orlando! Happy Thanksgiving!!
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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43:56
S2 E19: "Sporting Playoff Formats"
We welcome back Miles after his world travels and dive into the MLS Playoffs to this point. SKC's upsetting way, how far will Orlando go, and who makes it to the MLS Cup Final? Can't forget the NWSL Championship and Megan Rapinoe. What's ...
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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32:34
S2. E18: "Deciding The Future"
We’re back after a late season hiatus!! Decision Day is upon us, congrats to the NWSL for having their FIRST decision day, we talk USMNT and what more we want to see, and we’re brining international energy to MLS discussions! Tap in & enjoy...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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53:16
S2. E17: "Refreshed & Blessed"
The soccer world rarely sleeps! The New England Revolution bring the drama, Inter Miami continue to cruise, Busquets gift and LAFC tactics, as well as travel idea from the whole team! Erling Haaland or Messi for the Ballon d'Or? Who's the real ...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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40:12
S2. E16: "The Chase Begins"
Messi gets his first regular season cap, the Rubiales controversy continues to boil, ATL is starting to feel like the good old days, and we get caught up in the coaching rumor mill a little bit!! Gregg make peace with Gio! There's always a litt...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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48:25
S2. E15: "Pass The Cup"
Hollywood could not have written a better script for Messi & Miami, Spain secure World Cup glory, the MLS is back in action locally and abroad, and our brother Bigg Miles is UNDEFEATED!! Tap in and enjoy!#mls #worldcup #messi
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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48:14
S2. E14: "Peaks & Valleys"
The stories of the women's world cup, severe highs and lows, we cover it all, and the Leagues Cup Messi Mania, the new guys you're not talking about making noise in Miami, and more!! Long distance zoom vibes but we got to deliver!#USWNT...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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32:08
S2. E13: "Messi Mania"
THE MESSI ERA HAS BEGUN. A momentous time in American soccer history. We talk Messi’s debut and the vibes in the city. Potential spoilers for US Women’s team in the World Cup. Take a look at the new League’s Cup group stages, and Bigg Miles has...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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35:07
S2. E12: "All's Fair In Love & Soccer"
Teams are showing signs of life! The final third of the szn has arrived and we examine the twists and turns thus far, feel the national pride, and hear the midweek predictions we may or might have missed, with MLS and Gold Cup craziness. Enjoy!...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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50:21
S2. E11: "Midszn Mojo"
Who are the real contenders? The landscaping seems to be shifting a bit. Can Messi and Busquets save the season for Inter Miami? Does Liga MX care more about soccer than MLS? We got an USMNT explainer for casual fans, a plea deal for James Rodr...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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58:52
S2. E10: "The New Era"
Fewer games but the goals were still flying! We deep dive into the USMNT run winning the Nations League Cup and the future of the squad. Put unlimited respect on Mukhtar’s name. There’s plenty to feel good about in this episode. Tap in and enjo...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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1:05:52