Moon & Rocchio are back for another week to break down the big news from today as Lutz Pfannenstiel signed an extension with CITY through 2026, what this extensions says about Lutz & CITY's goals going forward, a big Leg 1-Round 1 victory for CITY against the Dynamo, reacting to a poor record of finishing to kick off the season, Rocchio can't stop signing the praises of AZ Jackson and what he brings to the CITY lineup, looking ahead to a positive matchup against Real Salt Lake, why...

Moon & Rocchio are back for the final episode before the season officially kicks off and it's packed! Breaking down some final thoughts from the preseason, final position battles, which of the attacking players has made the biggest jump, why the most interesting battle is going to be between Durkin & Blom, some lineup predictions for the season (and cup) opening matchup versus Houston, the importance of the Champions Cup & what it means for the team and fans to participate in this...

Moon & Rocchio are back for another episode of Soccer 101 to break down two more freindly results for St. Louis CITY over in California, the biggest things jumping out from those games, why Rocchio is so pumped by the young players performing, CITY staying ahead of the curve in the MLS in their team building, how quickly they've established their academy system after just over two years, Lutz & company showing passion for the academy teams, how these moves from CITY show the growth of...

Moon & Rocc are back for another episode of Soccer 101 talking about all the news coming out of STL CITY SC Training Camp & Preseason! Bradley Carnell has a new contract, the CITY Front Office laid out the plans for the offense without Niko, Coach Carnell admits the team has to grow and evolve, what does an evolved STL CITY style look like, Moon's impassioned call for building a culture in addition to a team on the field, more thoughts on whether or not Celio & Thorisson can...

Moon & Rocc are back for another season of "Soccer 101" as we are officially less than one month away from CITY returning to CITYPARK for a home match on February 20th. Moon & Rocc broke down their thoughts on the three big offseason additions--Dyhr, Totland & Durkin, a couple of departures--Niko & Miggy, what the new additions could mean for CITY's style on the field, why the Miggy loan speaks volumes for the importance of the Durkin move, where CITY will find their backup...

Moon & Rocc are back to close out the first season of "Soccer 101" following this weekend's conclusion of the MLS Cup to break down their reaction to the first ever MLS season that involved STL CITY SC, expectations for CITY in the offseason--Moon has some off-field thoughts, Rocc has plenty to say about the on-field product--and their favorites parts of this season, Columbus Crew jumping out early to win a surprising MLS Cup final, what stopped LAFC from making it closer to the game we...

Moon & Rocchio are back after the international break just like the MLS Cup Playoffs to breakdown the Eastern & Western conference semi-finals, their favorites in this weekend's conference final matchups, definitely not enjoying the SKC loss too much, an egregious missed call against the cross-state rivals, a completely objective argument as to why Bradley Carnell should've won MLS Coach of the Year, whether or not the Western final is the REAL final and why Moon & Rocchio are...

Following a disappointing sweep out of the playoffs at the hands of CITY's rival, Sporting KC, Moon & Rocchio are back to break down their thoughts from game two, how this loss affects or changes their view of the season, the different angles that Moon & Rocc are coming at with the off-season thoughts, finding a salve for our wounds, Carnell & Lutz's comments from CITY's post-season presser, the changes we want to see CITY make in the offseason, the biggest roster needs for CITY...

Moon & Rocc are back to break down what went wrong in Sunday's 4-1 drubbing at the hands of Sporting KC, why the play of CITY baffled both Rocc & Carnell, a new word of the day on the podcast (Aggregate!), Coach Moon has an issue with CITY's level of effort, the starting XI changes they want to see, getting down into the mindset behind Löwen's positioning, questions about the backline & why they're keeping the faith in Carnell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Moon & Rocchio are back before this weekend's historic first-ever playoff match for STL CITY SC to bring you a little international news, CITY end of season award finalists, how Löwen won Moon over, how the MLS fell back in the recent revolution of fullbacks/wingbacks, a dark plan for the weekend by Moon, our best XI for the game, whether or not it makes sense for SKC to play for a shootout in either Game 1 or 2, Bürki's incredible insight into a locker room that's been locked in since...

Moon & Rocchio are back as CITY is set to finish up their regular season slate in just a few days to break down every single angle & scenario on "Decision Day" that could affect CITY's league standings and the playoff rankings, Sam Adeniran's visit to the ESPN studio, his comments on the locker room excitement for the playoffs, our reactions to the recent articles on the MLS salary rankings, CITY winning the West with the 3rd-lowest payroll, the recent news on the sale from Manchester...

Moon & Rocchio are back to break down all the happenings around a busy MLS despite all the quiet around CITY. We still have another 10 days before the next CITY match, but PLENTY is happening all around the league. CITY is now blocked out of the #2 overall spot in the league standings--how did that happen? Moon dives into some of the current playoff matchups he does and doesn't want to see, Rocchio breaks down how likely every will change across the last three days worth of matches--and...

Moon & Rocchio are back after a big 2-1 comeback win over MUFC to talk about the big play from Klauss and the Goal of the Week from Blom, CITY continuing to impress everyone with their depth, if CITY could possibly pull their foot off the gas in the final three game, a quick rundown of the current playoff scenario's with just three CITY games left, if Moon is supportive of the "Darby-Que" nickname for the Sporting KC rivalry, our expectations for this weekend's matchup & a big Sunday...

Moon & Rocchio are back for another episode of Soccer 101, this time covering two games as CITY notches two draws in the span on five days with a 1-1 ties in Houston and the first scoreless tie in CITY history. We learn that some draws are kind of like wins—I guess? Plus: How much the CITY offense continues to grow and change thanks to coach Carnell, why this podcast is now exclusively a Markanich-fanboy show, Burki playing with a new kind of confidence, CITY clinching the playoffs &...

Welcome back to Soccer 101 STL! Some BIG changes this episode as Moon Valjean is joined by 101 ESPN's Matthew Rocchio to begin another era in St. Louis soccer. Moon welcomes Rocchio to the show, a quick discussion on which new CITY SC player has impressed the most since league play restarted, which games to watch this weekend as St. Louis looks to clinch a playoff spot, & diving into the big question for tomorrow: can a troubled CITY SC away offense get a win against a stingy Dynamo...

We speak with STL CITY SC Head Coach Bradley Carnell. We talk all things CITY, who's best at ping pong and the internal competition on the training grounds. Of course we asked him about Messi coming to the MLS as well and how CITY will deal with that! Follow Moon and Michelle on all socials @MoonValjeanHere @msmallmon. Moon can also be heard on The Rizzuto Show @RizzShow and is a multiplatinum artist, musician and producer with @GreekFire @GoldfingerMusic @TheTeenageDbags. Be sure and listen...

Messi announces his plans. Stl CITY SC resumes a match in Dallas and what do all the codes in the table mean? Follow Moon and Michelle on all socials @MoonValjeanHere @msmallmon. Moon can also be heard on The Rizzuto Show @RizzShow and is a multiplatinum artist, musician and producer with @GreekFire @GoldfingerMusic @TheTeenageDbags. Be sure and listen to Michelle on ESPN radio and Small Talk on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Follow Moon and Michelle on all socials @MoonValjeanHere @msmallmon. Moon can also be heard on The Rizzuto Show @RizzShow and is a multiplatinum artist, musician and producer with @GreekFire @GoldfingerMusic @TheTeenageDbags. Be sure and listen to Michelle on ESPN radio and Small Talk on Apple Podcasts.

Moon and Michelle review St Louis CITY Sc's last match then speak with man himself... YOUR CITY SC CAPTAIN ROMAN BÜRKI! We get into his biggest surprise coming to the MLS and what he does psychologically to get over any mistakes made on the pitch. You won't want to miss this one. Thank you CITY SC and ROMAN BÜRKI. Follow Moon and Michelle on all socials @MoonValjeanHere @msmallmon. Moon can also be heard on The Rizzuto Show @RizzShow and is a multiplatinum artist, musician and producer with...

Moon and Michelle wrap up 2 CITY matches, discuss the 4-4-2 and HOLY SMOKES IS FIRMINO COMING TO STL CITY SC?? Follow Moon and Michelle on all socials @MoonValjeanHere @msmallmon. Moon can also be heard on The Rizzuto Show @RizzShow and is a multiplatinum artist, musician and producer with @GreekFire @GoldfingerMusic @TheTeenageDbags. Be sure and listen to Michelle on ESPN radio and Small Talk on Apple Podcasts.

Moon and Michelle wrap up Moon's experience at CITY PARK after some crazy storms while St Louis CITY SC dominates FC Cincinnati and go atop the Supporter's Sheild Standings. Clean Sheet is the word of the week and CITY PARK announced as a spot for the CONCACAF GOLD CUP Follow Moon and Michelle on all socials @MoonValjeanHere @msmallmon. Moon can also be heard on The Rizzuto Show @RizzShow and is a multiplatinum artist, musician and producer with @GreekFire @GoldfingerMusic @TheTeenageDbags....

Moon and Michelle preview St Louis CITY Sc's trip to Seattle as they battle for the WEST! Futsal is the word of the week and we talk about the significance of the numbers on players jerseys. Follow Moon and Michelle on all socials @MoonValjeanHere @msmallmon. Moon can also be heard on The Rizzuto Show @RizzShow and is a multiplatinum artist, musician and producer with @GreekFire @GoldfingerMusic @TheTeenageDbags. Be sure and listen to Michelle on ESPN radio and Small Talk on Apple Podcasts.

Moon and Michelle review St Louis CITY Sc's RECORD BREAKING 4TH WIN! Friend of the show NIKO GIOACCHINI scores! A big apology and lots of celebration Follow Moon and Michelle on all socials @MoonValjeanHere @msmallmon. Moon can also be heard on The Rizzuto Show @RizzShow and is a multiplatinum artist, musician and producer with @GreekFire @GoldfingerMusic @TheTeenageDbags. Be sure and listen to Michelle on ESPN radio and Small Talk on Apple Podcasts.

Moon and Michelle review St Louis CITY Sc's winning matchday 3. Talisman is the word of the week and an incredible interview with CITY's Forward NIKO GIOACCHINI! Our number 11 shares his history from being born in Kansas City MO and moving and playing in Europe at the age of 8. He also shares his favorite food, why he selected to play for the US MENS NATIONAL TEAM and what he looks forward to most living here in St. Louis. Follow Moon and Michelle on all socials @MoonValjeanHere @msmallmon....

Moon and Michelle break down MLS Match day 2 for STL CITY SC. Moon's experience at CITY PARK for the Home Opener. The Word of the Week is BRACE so we discover it's meaning and history and we take some email questions. Welcome to Soccer 101, the safe space for St. Louis to learn about soccer. Join Moon Valjean and Michelle Smallmon for a weekly conversation as they help educate you about the game of soccer, MLS and St. Louis CITY SC with some help from their friends in the game.