This week Landon and Jeremiah discuss their takeaways from Nico Estevez's intro presser and Landon's exclusive interview with him. Other topics and questions include:- Estevez's performance in the press conference- Is the charm offensive working? - Ok, we like him, but is he a good coach?- Rodo strangely defensive- What did we learn from the Nico press tour?- How many players can we realistically sign?- Dani Pereira says no contract extension - Why selling Dani might make sense- More staff tu...

This week we bring you an exclusive 1-on-1 interview with new Austin FC Head Coach, Nico Estevez. Landon met up with him at Q2 Stadium for a chat about his coaching philosophy and his career before coming to the US. Topics and questions include:- His extensive coaching career in Spain- Some of the names he coached as youth- His views on the role of a coach- The constants of his coaching philosophy- The importance of relationship building - moreRemember to rate, review, and subscribe to the sh...

This week Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's new head coach and try to decide how they feel about it. Other topics and questions include:- Nico Estevez hired as new head coach- Our initial reactions when JB was tipped off- Surprising and underwhelming, but is it actually bad?- Steve Davis article on Nico Estevez- Great news in the MLSPA salary guide- Breaking down last week's contract extensions- How is Owen Wolff's roster status affected?- Is this Cascante saying goodbye?- Update on Ale...

*DISCLAIMER*If you are looking for Austin FC tactical analysis, please go back or forward one episode for a regular episode of Moontower Soccer. But if you are looking for wholesome content about the good, good boys of Austin FC, you are in the right place.-----------------------On today's Swoontower Soccer, Steph and Mike are all about the boys!This week, we discuss the vibes around Galaxy away, Colorado at home, and A NEW DAD... alongside our normal content!Matchscot feature: Moontower...

This week Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin's fun final game of the season, and are joined by Trevor Scott from CBS Austin's We Are Austin. Other topics and questions include:- A dog named Moontower- Surprise roster absences - Ervin Torres gets his MLS debut- Differences with Arnaud in charge?- Un-cursing Driussi- Landon goes ALL CAPS on a ref - Obrian extension a good thing? - German striker linked to ATX- Landon complains about Matt Doyle again- Trevor Scott interview (57:08)- Free Ticket ...

This week Landon and Jeremiah play a game inspired by Driussi's 50th Austin FC goal, and are also joined by Tony Husband to preview the final match and discuss Austin's coaching future. Topics and questions include:- Pochettino's USMNT at Q2 stadium- Can Jeremiah name the top 10 Austin FC scorers?- Biro vindicated by suspension news- Austin players nominated for MLS honors- National team updates- What will Davy Arnaud's Austin FC look like?- Offseason schedule released- Colorado Rapids previe...

This week Landon and Jeremiah are tasked with covering more Austin FC news than is safe for two men. Adrian Healey also joins to share his thoughts on the direction of Austin FC. Topics and questions include:- Mauricio Pochettino knows Landon's name - Josh Wolff fired by Austin FC- What is Wolff's legacy in Austin? - Rodolfo Borrell press conference highlights- The futures of Pereira, Driussi, and Owen- Rodo doubles down on "names you wouldn't believe"- Portland and LA Galaxy recaps- Hyperbol...

*DISCLAIMER*If you are looking for Austin FC tactical analysis, please go back or forward one episode for a regular episode of Moontower Soccer. But if you are looking for wholesome content about the good, good boys of Austin FC, you are in the right place.-----------------------On today's Swoontower Soccer, Steph and Mike are all about the boys!This week, we discuss the vibes around a loss to Houston, a draw with RSL, and a win against Portland, alongside our normal content: Matchscot f...

This week Landon and Jeremiah are joined by Mike Crugnola from Swoontower Soccer to play the Wikipedia Game and to cover the week's news. Other topics and questions include:- How we felt during the RSL game- Breaking down the playoff math- Pereira and Gallagher on-field dispute- When do we expect Wolff to be fired?- Austin scores two late to tie RSL- Austin FC II's playoff chances - Portland Timbers preview- LA Galaxy preview- Wikipedia Game: Austin FC Edition (58:35)- Free Ticket Giveaway by...

This week Landon and Jeremiah analyze the draw at LAFC and the loss to Houston that effectively ended Austin's playoff hopes. Brian Dunseth joins to preview RSL and share his thoughts on Austin FC's season. Other topics and questions include:- Big beers and corgis- Max Bretos gave us a shout on Apple TV- Coaching isn't the only issue - Wolff's future- 5-2-3 or 4-2-sumthin?- Two strong performances with little reward- Good news from MLS roster profile update - Brazilian Hercules rumors, player...

*DISCLAIMER*If you are looking for Austin FC tactical analysis, please go back or forward one episode for a regular episode of Moontower Soccer. But if you are looking for wholesome content about the good, good boys of Austin FC, you are in the right place.-----------------------On today's Swoontower Soccer, Steph and Mike are all about the boys!This week, we discuss losses to Canadian teams and a draw against LAFC, alongside our normal content: Matchscot feature: Angelica! (No interview...

This week Landon and Jeremiah break down what went wrong in Toronto and what Austin FC's playoff chances look like now. Other topics and questions include:- Why can't Austin finish?- Austin's vulnerable defensive structure- Is Bukari selfish or just over-eager? - Substitution reasoning- Owen Wolff's amazing goal- Playoff chances getting even slimmer- Viggo Ortiz to Charleston Battery- MLS Free Agent list released- LAFC and Houston previews (55:44)- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty- ...

This week Landon and Jeremiah answer listener questions and give updates on all the players on international duty. Other topics and questions include:- How are the boys on international duty doing?- Did Svatok ever leave Austin?- Austin FC Academy loses a top prospect- Do we approve of neighbors with chickens?- How can Wolff get Driussi going?- Who is our ideal coaching candidate?- Which Austin FC player would you build a team around?- Which outfield player would you put in goal?- Toronto FC ...

This week Landon and Jeremiah break down why Austin FC were so ineffective against the Vancouver Whitecaps. Other topics and questions include:- How Vancouver's gameplan shut down Austin- Poor planning or poor performance?- (The answer is "yes")- Driussi and Pereira far below their standards- Other results hurt ATX's playoff hopes - Lots of international callups for Austin- Rodo's new scouting network- Potential changes to MLS transfer window- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty- moreR...

This week Landon and Jeremiah analyze Austin FC's 2-0 win in Nashville and preview the home game against the Vancouver Whitecaps. Other topics and questions include:- Austin back in the playoff picture- Brad Stuver's huge game wins MLS honors- False 9 Driussi and the fun, weird tactics around it- Which Stuver save was better?- Gally continues to produce (out of spite for Landon)- Bukari nets his first MLS goal- Dani Pereira called up for Venezuela- Vancouver Whitecaps Preview (55:28)- Free Ti...

*DISCLAIMER*If you are looking for Austin FC tactical analysis, please go back or forward one episode for a regular episode of Moontower Soccer. But if you are looking for wholesome content about the good, good boys of Austin FC, you are in the right place.-----------------------On today's Swoontower Soccer, Steph and Mike are all about the boys!This week, we discuss: Matchscot feature? Nope.‘Fit Checks? Nope.Match Moods? Nope.Celly Ratings? Nope.There were no games! (sob emoji, y'all.) ...

This week Landon and Jeremiah are joined by David Gass of Soccerwise to discuss all kinds of topics, including the Austin rebuild project, Austin's youth development strategy, and lots more. Other topics and questions include:- Grading the transfer window- Ring no longer a DP, but in the most MLS-y way- David Gass interview (14:06)- What's more to blame, roster or coaching?- Should Wolff get one more year with new players?- Austin FC II's development strategy- "Day that will live in GAMfamy"-...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's tactical shift against LAFC and answer some listener questions. Other topics and questions include:- Why change the plan for this game?- Annoyed by the same thing for different reasons - Is possession a meaningful stat?- Has Manchester City-fication begun in Austin?- Hines-Ike involved in both LAFC goals- Will Austin sign anybody by Wednesday? - Listener Questions (47:39) - Who is gone at the end of the season? - Damian Las and Alonso Ramirez...

*DISCLAIMER*If you are looking for Austin FC tactical analysis, please go back or forward one episode for a regular episode of Moontower Soccer. But if you are looking for wholesome content about the good, good boys of Austin FC, you are in the right place.-----------------------On today's Swoontower Soccer, Steph and Mike are all about the boys!This week, we discuss our recent Leagues Cup matches against Pumas and Monterrey, as well as our latest road match at LAFC.Matchscot feature: None. L...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's group-topping win against Monterrey and how they did it. Other topics and questions include:- Do we think about xG wrong? (Arman Kafai's article)- Dani gets a goal at Q2- How Austin topped the group- Tactical shift at half time- Analyzing Teen Wolff's masterful assist- Austin to play in LA for...reasons- LAFC Leagues Cup preview- Trade window closing- Who should Austin move to make room?- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty- moreRememb...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's insane Leagues Cup upset against Pumas and are joined by Arch Bell to preview the Monterrey match. Other topics and questions include:- Handball and sword technology- Bukari's early red- Pereira leads by example "con huevos"- Driussi gets a much-needed win- Tactical shift after the red card- Where does this rank among Austin victories?- What we learned from a player we didn't sign- Monterrey preview w/ Arch Bell (1:04:11)- Free Ticket Gi...

*DISCLAIMER*If you are looking for Austin FC tactical analysis, please go back or forward one episode for a regular episode of Moontower Soccer. But if you are looking for wholesome content about the good, good boys of Austin FC, you are in the right place.-----------------------On today's Swoontower Soccer, Steph and Mike are all about the boys!This week, we discuss our recent home matches against Seattle and Charlotte, as well as a spicy road match at Dallas!Matchscot feature: Anya & Ro...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss the debuts of the new boys and the chaos in the FC Dallas match. Other topics and questions include:- Bukari and Desler play their first minutes- Wild sequence of events in Frisco- Copa Tejas is dead to me- Alex Ring does Alex Ring stuff- Landon's important message about Gallagher- Is 10th place good enough for now?- Leagues Cup boycott?- Pumas Preview- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty- moreRemember to rate, review, and subscribe to the s...

This week, Landon and Mike discuss what Austin FC needs to do to stay near the playoff line. They also discuss the #WolfDut banner at the loss to Seattle, and the possibility of Gregg Berhalter taking over in Austin. Other topics and questions include:- Could Berhalter really come to Austin?- #WolfDut- Alex Ring's plausibly deniable quote- Jordan Morris the Puppetmaster- Should Fodrey get more minutes?- State of the Playoff Race- FC Dallas and Charlotte previews- How much can we expect B...