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Ep. 150: The Win Was Great, the Fireworks Were Not & San Diego Is Coming In HotWe're celebrating episode 150 with the San Andreas Cup — Angel City heads to Snapdragon Stadium to face first-place San Diego Wave FC. We break down Angel City's 2–0 win over Orlando, what went sideways with the post-match fireworks at BMO, the rivalry's surprisingly even all-time record, and why Mel Barcena and Kenza Dali are genuine threats. Plus: Women's World Cup countdown begins.📅 Saturday, July 11, 2025 | 5:45 PM PT🏟️ Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego⚽ vs. San Diego Wave FC📺 ION TV🎙️ iHeartRadioFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #FootyTherapy00:00 – Intro02:08 – Upcoming Match: Angel City at San Diego, July 1106:02 – World Cup Talk & Women's National Team09:25 – Footy Therapy & Orlando Match Review13:00 – Fireworks Incident at BMO22:17 – NWSL Weekend Scores27:27 – Match Outlook: Scouting San Diego Wave37:05 – Carina Lageyre Player Spotlight

ACDC, AFCON, and a Lot of Feelings | Casual FC vs. Orlando PrideWe're back from the World Cup break and we have FEELINGS. Angel City fired Alex Straus mid-season (again), Kennedy Fuller is in the Bay, and we're somehow still talking about the three-year plan. We also dig into why the World Cup has been genuinely incredible — Bosnian takeovers, crying Japanese fans, and Morocco in penalty shootouts. ACFC's friday match can't come soon enough.🗓️ Friday, July 3, 2026 | 7:00 PM PT🏟️ BMO Stadium, Los Angeles⚽ vs Orlando Pride📺 Amazon Prime Video 🎙️ iHeartRadio app, KWKW 1330 AM (en Español)FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #FootyTherapy00:00 – Intro & trans rights statement01:30 – World Cup check-in: AFCON, Morocco, and penalty chaos07:30 – Bosnian fans take over Inglewood at 6:30am08:45 – The Japan fan crying moment (this is what sports are for)10:00 – World Cup standings: USA, Mexico & Canada all through12:00 – Friday's match logistics, gate giveaway & fireworks14:00 – The Alex Straus firing: what happened to the three-year plan?20:00 – Season ticket holder event: players trying their best26:00 – Kennedy Fuller trade & fan reaction32:00 – Angel City FC nicknames: Marketing FC, Rehab FC, ACDC38:00 – "You can critique a team and not be an asshole"42:00 – Orlando Pride scouting & our all-time record vs. them45:00 – Subscribe, merch, Discord & outro

The Boston Breakers Were the NWSL's Heartbreak Team. This Is Their Story.We dive into the NWSL history of the Boston Breakers — the team that couldn't win but somehow launched the careers of Rose Lavelle, Midge Purce, Meg Linehan, and half the people running women's soccer today. We also get into what a Portland furry convention has to do with all of this. Trust us. Come back for part two — it gets interesting.Breakers TV Documentary: https://youtu.be/Esv2cJwMN94?is=1od3SetluD0dMYicAthletic Boston Breakers Episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0OHlP5hDlUSehabwjxp3PE?si=jm7leHrrTbS6diYmMk6j1QFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #FootyTherapy00:00 – Intro05:00 – Shoutout: Boston ISA07:30 – Pre-NWSL Years08:30 – Early Notable Figures09:50 – Year 1 (2013)12:00 – Year 2 (2014)14:45 – The Lights-Out Game15:30 – Year 3 (2015)18:30 – Year 4 (2016)22:00 – Year 5 (2017)27:00 – The Rookie Dance Video30:00 – 2018: The Fold35:00 – The Dispersal Draft38:00 – FC Kansas City Connection41:00 – Enter Furlandia44:00 – Ground Rules & Community47:00 – Outro

We Need to Talk About Angel City's Last-15-Minutes Problem | NCC Recap & Season Check-InWe're breaking down Angel City's 2-1 loss to North Carolina — the 80th minute curse that just won't quit, Angela's nerve-wracking press conference question (Coach Straus corrected her, obviously), and what the first third of the season actually tells us. We dig into the standings, injuries, fan behavior, the BMO volume situation, and why we're still riding with this team. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #FootyTherapy00:00 – Intro07:18 – Mario's sick week14:06 – The 80th minute curse29:50 – Fan behavior soapbox37:03 – BMO volume rant41:10 – Weekend results42:33 – Chaos Award: weather delay42:35 – Standings check49:30 – NWSL break & Pride events50:20 – Outro

Can Angel City Lock In Before the Break? | NWSL Preview: ACFC vs. NC CourageWe're back, well kinda. Mario's down bad, so Angela's holding it down. Angela breaks down Angel City's big win over Kansas City, the frustrating loss in Houston, and what it all means heading into Sunday's home finale against the North Carolina Courage. Ashley Sanchez is on a tear, our defense needs to show up, and we need this win before the break.🗓️ Sunday, May 31, 4:00 PM PT🏟️ BMO Stadium⚽ vs North Carolina Courage📺 Victory+🎙️ iHeartRadioFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #FootyTherapy00:00 – Intro00:29 – Solo episode, Mario is sick01:23 – Match preview: Angel City vs. NC Courage, May 3101:43 – Ticket info & Battle of the Clubs02:15 – League break & Backpasses episodes coming02:37 – Safety PSA & voting reminder04:09 – Chaos Award: Red cards in the NWSL05:48 – NWSL Match Week 10 scores recap06:28 – Angel City beats Kansas City: breakdown07:02 – Houston loss & Maiara's PK08:25 – Angel City's season so far: the 500 club09:14 – North Carolina Courage scouting report09:31 – Ashley Sanchez: golden boot candidate10:51 – NC Courage injury news13:19 – Angelina's growth in goal13:53 – All-time ACFC vs. NC Courage record14:55 – Outro

 Angel City's Double Header: Kansas City & Houston Dash Preview feat. Dash Dispatch | Casual FCWe're recording live from a Portland hotel room, and you know what? A point, is a point! We'll take it after a hard-earned road draw against the Thorns. We've got a double header ahead and break down the Kansas City Current (yes, Temwa Chawinga is back and terrifying) and sit down with Laura Gomez from the Dash Dispatch to preview our matchup against Houston. Two rebuilding teams, one prayer: somebody please just score.🗓️ Wednesday, May 20, 7:00 PM PT🏟️ BMO Stadium⚽ vs Kansas City Current📺 Victory+🎙️ iHeartRadio🗓️ Saturday, May 23, 5:45 PM PT🏟️ Shell Energy Stadium⚽ vs Houston Dash📺 ION TV🎙️ iHeartRadioFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #FootyTherapy00:00 – Intro from Portland00:43 – Double header match info02:05 – Portland recap & road draw04:35 – Chaos Award: NWSL reffing05:02 – Kansas City preview: Chawinga is back08:38 – Guest intro: Laura Gomez, Dash Dispatch11:18 – Houston's scoring drought14:23 – Step-sisters of the standings18:58 – Rookie pressure & standouts22:00 – Carina Lageyre & Karsyn Cherry24:47 – Just give us a mid season28:52 – Kat Rader watch30:13 – Outro

Angel City vs. Portland Thorns Preview | Brush It Off, Worry, or Panic? We're back previewing our second Portland Thorns match in two weeks — this time at Providence Park. We break down Angel City's four-game losing streak, what's gone wrong in the attack, and why we're still not panicking. Plus: Angela's 40th birthday suite experience at BMO, the haiku that perfectly summed up the last match, and yes — we're flying to Portland.🗓️ Sunday, May 17, 3:00 PM PT🏟️ Providence Park, Portland, OR⚽ vs Portland Thorns FC📺 ESPN2 / ESPN App🎙️ iHeartRadioFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #FootyTherapy00:00 – Intro02:13 – Portland trip & press box news07:03 – Listener thank-you17:10 – Last match recap (2–1 loss)18:01 – Claire's return & Mother's Day match18:35 – Losing streak breakdown22:00 – Angela's 40th birthday suite28:08 – League roundup37:30 – Portland preview44:00 – Playoffs & season perspective46:00 – Outro

Rivalry Night at BMO: Breaking Down the Wave Before the Blackout MatchThe San Andreas Cup is here and we are not calm about it. Mario's holding it down solo while Angela calls in from her birthday trip up north — because that's just how we do it. We break down the Utah mess, check where we actually stand in the San Andreas Cup (hint: first place), and scout the three Wave players who could ruin our Saturday.🗓️ Saturday, May 9th, 5:45 PM PT🏟️ BMO Stadium, Los Angeles⚽ vs San Diego Wave FC📺 ION TV🎙️ iHeartRadioFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #FootyTherapy01:23 – Match info & blackout kit03:42 – Utah loss recap05:08 – Footy Therapy & fan reactions07:21 – NWSL standings10:25 – San Andreas Cup standings11:16 – Angela's scouting report14:52 – Kennedy Wesley16:31 – Gabby Portillo17:43 – Ludmilla22:13 – Outro

Angel City vs. Utah Royals | Birthday Match Preview + Portland Recap & Footy TherapyWe're previewing Angel City's home match against Utah Royals and yes, it doubles as Angela's 40th birthday game. We break down the Portland loss, Jun's return, Prisca's stunning goal, and what Angel City needs to fix. We also recap Angela at the Queer Women in Sports Panel, Announce that Angela will be at the May 3rd Long Beach Pride panel, and scout Utah's most dangerous players. Let's get that win.Match Details🗓️ Saturday, May 2, 2025 | 5:45 PM PT🏟️ BMO Stadium, Los Angeles⚽ vs Utah Royals📺 IONTV🎙️ iHeartRadioFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #FootyTherapy0:41 – Intro & Welcome3:04 – Match Info: Angel City vs. Utah, May 2nd at BMO4:09 – Angela at the Queer Women in Sports Panel (Lesbian Visibility Week)9:07 – Upcoming May 3rd Pride Panel at Watch Me (Long Beach)14:13 – Portland Recap31:16 – Scores Around the League32:12 – Chaos Award: BMO Stadium Volume36:48 – Utah Royals Match Preview41:14 – Scout: Tatumn Milazzo (Utah's Attacking Defender)42:43 – Scout: Lara Prašnikar (Slovenia's Pioneer Forward)45:26 – Taylor Suarez & What It Means for the Midfield48:18 – Outro & How to Support the Pod

Angel City vs. Portland Thorns Preview | Kids' Day, Queer Women in Sports & The Return of Our DepthWe're back with our Angel City FC match preview as the Portland Thorns come to BMO for Kids' Day on April 26th. We break down Portland's biggest threats: M.A. Vignola, Olivia Moultrie, and Pietra Tordin — and why we're genuinely excited with players returning from injury and international duty. Plus, Angela's speaking at the Queer Women in Sports Panel. Big weekend ahead.Match Details🗓️ Sunday, April 27, 3:00 PM PT🏟️ BMO Stadium, Los Angeles⚽ vs Portland Thorns FC📺 ESPN2, ESPN Deportes, ESPN App🎙️ iHeartRadio (English) | KFWB 980 (Spanish)FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #FootyTherapy00:00 – Intro & Welcome01:21 – Match details: Kids' Day at BMO, April 26th01:38 – Broadcast & radio info03:19 – Angela's Queer Women in Sports Panel (Long Beach, April 25th)11:25 – Last result recap: Angel City vs. Orlando (L 2-0)17:37 – Portland Thorns breakdown begins22:18 – M.A. Vignola deep dive26:15 – Olivia Moultrie breakdown25:35 – Pietra Tordin breakdown29:16 – What Angel City needs to do Sunday37:00 – Outro, subscribe, Discord & merch

Back Passes: A Women’s World Cup Ads Retrospective (1995–2023)We took a deep dive into Women's World Cup advertising — from Nike's gut-punch 1995 "If You Let Me Play" spot to the star-powered 2023 campaigns. We're reacting in real time to Mia Hamm vs. Michael Jordan, Rainn Wilson's questionable 2007 choices, the Lionesses' BBC hype video, a very cheeky German ad, and the Nike what the football campaign that started it all. Buckle up.FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #FootyTherapy00:00 – Intro07:00 – Nike "If You Let Me Play" (1995) — Still hits different13:13 – Mia Hamm vs. Michael Jordan — The Gatorade ad20:10 – 2003 WWC Adidas ad & the SARS relocation20:10 – Rainn Wilson hosts: 2007 "Greatest Team You've Never Heard Of"25:22 – 2015 WWC: TV records broken, but where are the ads?30:22 – 2019: BBC Lionesses hype video feat. Ms. Banks39:26 – German DFB ad — "We don't need balls, we've got ponytails"43:59 – 2019 Nike World Cup ad (the little girl one)48:13 – Fox Sports "USA vs. The World" (2023)53:14 – Nike "What the Football" campaign — the one that started it all1:00:10 – Outro & where to find us

FURT: The Most Unhinged Marketing Campaign in Women's Soccer History | Back PassesWe're diving deep into one of the most legendary memes in women's soccer history: FURT. Eva took over with a full PowerPoint presentation — yes, with Comic Sans and pink soccer ball animations — and we broke down the NWSL's infamous 2016 marketing campaign that gave us "FURT" We laughed, we cringed, and we're officially campaigning to bring FURT back for its 10-year anniversary.FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #FootyTherapy00:00 – Intro & welcome to Back Passes00:10 – Introducing tonight's topic: FURT01:20 – Why Eva is the right person for this job02:50 – Eva's PowerPoint begins: The She Believes Cup & 2016 women's soccer context05:54 – The birth of FURT — "Stronger Her, Faster Her, Further"09:12 – Mario sees FURT for the first time (reactions)10:22 – Eva's proposal: The He Believes Cup17:00 – Fan & community reaction to FURT in 201620:30 – Was FURT salvageable? What they should have done23:10 – FURT's legacy and why we need to bring it back27:30 – FURT tattoo plans + outro

Angel City vs Orlando Pride Preview | Top of the Table & What to WatchWe're sitting top of the table at 3-0, and now comes the real test: Orlando Pride on the road. We break down the gritty comeback win over Houston, discuss why controlling possession is our key to success, and preview Orlando's dangerous attackers. Plus, we geek out over Denver's record-breaking 63,000-fan opener and talk about what makes this Angel City team different.🗓️ Friday, April 3, 5:00 PM PT🏟️ Inter&Co Stadium, Orlando⚽ vs Orlando Pride📺 Prime Video🎙️ iHeart RadioFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #FootyTherapy00:00 – Intro01:05 – Mario and Angela's Text Venn Diagram04:02 – Match Preview Info05:40 – TOP OF THE TABLE!!!08:26 – Weekend Press Box Surprise/FOMO #212:38 – Match Recap and Footy Therapy21:39 – Roundabout Scores From This Week23:19 – Denver Opening Was Insane27:52 – Amazing Representation27:52 – Scores Continued30:53 – Match Preview: Orlando Pride40:07 – Angel City Key Points45:40 – Angel City Player Spotlight: Sveindís Jane Jónsdóttir50:23 – Support The Pod

Angel City vs Houston Dash Preview: Top of the Table Battle + NWSL Chaos RecapWe're two wins in, top of the table, and seven goals deep — now it's time to preview Friday night's showdown against Houston at BMO. We break down Angel City's hot start, Sveindís's electric speed, the collectible pin controversy, and a wild NWSL weekend that included four red cards. Plus, our friend OSG from the Dash Dispatch drops a scouting report on the players to watch. Let's go.🗓️ Friday, March 27th, 7:00 PM PT🏟️ BMO Stadium⚽ vs Houston Dash📺 Prime Video🎙️ iHeartRadio FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #FootyTherapy00:00 – Intro00:42 – Welcome to Casual FC01:11 – Match Details & Friday Night Vibes03:49 – Collectible Pin Shortage (5,000?!)08:51 – Last Match Highlights: 2 Wins, 7 Goals18:38 – Footy Therapy: Discord Reactions24:56 – NWSL Score Roundabout25:14 – Chaos Award: Cascadia Clash & 4 Red Cards32:00 – Houston Dash Match Preview33:04 – Guest Spot: OSG from the Dash Dispatch35:53 – Breaking Down Houston's Key Players47:09 – Support the Pod & Outro

Angel City FC at Bay FC - San Andreas Cup | Match Recap, Bay FC Preview & Kennedy Fuller SpotlightWE WON FOUR TO NOTHING. Most assertive win in Angel City history! Angela recaps the home opener from the press box (where she had to stay quiet 😤), Mario has major FOMO about meeting iHeart's Isaac and Tracey, and we break down the Bay FC match ahead. Our featured Angel is Kennedy Fuller — the 19-year-old midfield phenom who just keeps leveling up.🗓️ Saturday, March 21 at 5:45 PM🏟️ PayPal Park, San Jose⚽ vs Bay FC📺 ION TV🎙️ iHeartRadioFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**00:30 - Welcome to Casual FC02:36 - San Andreas Cup promo (it's silly and we love it)03:35 - Join the Discord — it was POPPIN' this weekend05:37 - Opening weekend vibes were immaculate06:27 - Mario's FOMO: Angela met Isaac AND Tracey16:36 - Chicago match recap: FOUR TO NOTHING31:36 - Haiku of the year32:26 - Scores around the league33:34 - NWSL chaos award: two red cards in one weekend35:34 - Bay FC match preview & San Andreas Cup stakes39:57 - Player spotlight: Kennedy Fuller47:50 - Follow & support the pod#AngelCityFC #ACFC #NWSL #BayFC #SanAndreasCup #KennedyFuller #FootyTherapy #CasualFC #WoSo #NWSLMatchPreview

OPENING WEEKEND IS HERE EVERYONE! We are so excited to bring you the next match preview of ACFC v Chicago Stars FC.  We cover how to get all your footy needs taken care of this weekend, and as always Angela breaks down all we need to know about the match. Our featured Angel today is Sarah Gorden - we talk about her early career and all the things that make her great.🗓️ Sunday, March 15 at 4:00 PM🏟️ BMO Stadium⚽️ vs Chicago Stars FC📺 Victory+🎙️ iHeartRadioFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #ChicagoStarsFC #footytherapy 00:29 Welcome to Casual FC10:48 Opening Weekend Schedule13:59 Chicago Stars FC Match Preview24:27 ACFC Player Spotlight: Sarah Gorden36:51 Support the pod

All Things Angel City: Coachella Recap, Flare Kit Reveal, Key Dates + Full Roster Deep DiveMario and Angela present the “All Things Angel City” episode, recapping Angel City’s Coachella preseason (2–0 win vs Portland, 2–1 loss vs Seattle), reacting to the leaguewide jersey drop and Angel City’s Flare Kit, and sharing stories from the jersey reveal event. We lay out key season dates (the summer “sauna matches” and the San Andreas Cup). We also talk major departures from last season and the offseason, then break down the current roster and new additions including rookies & vets. WE ARE SO PUMPED FOR THE SEASON!!FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #Seasonpreview #WomensSoccer #FootyTherapy00:00 Angel City FC Season Preview02:50 Coachella Valley Invitational Recap04:50 ACFC New Kit!09:29 Angel City FC Kit Reveal15:42 Important Upcoming Dates18:49 Who's In/Who's Out from Last Season23:08 ACFC Offseason Moves41:25 Current ACFC Roster54:30 New Series: Backpasses56:31 Support The Pod

NWSL 2026 KickoffWe’re officially back for the 2026 season, and this episode is our big league-wide reset before we go full Angel City next week. We get into the Trinity Rodman re-signing and the messy new “high impact player” rule, then run through the key dates you need for the season and a break down how to actually watch games with this year’s streaming and TV situation. After that, we do a (semi)quick whip-around of the NWSL offseason. Who leveled up, who took a hit, and which teams (including the new clubs) might cause chaos.FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#NWSL #Seasonpreview #WomensSoccer00:00 NWSL Season Preview00:17 We're Back!03:28 The High Impact Player Rule (HIP)10:56 2026 Season Important Dates16:11 How to watch the NWSL this season 21:55 Bay FC Preview24:29 Boston Legacy FC Preview27:04 Chicago Stars FC Preview29:46 Denver Summit FC Preview32:53 NJ/NY Gotham FC Preview35:25 Houston Dash Preview38:50 Kansas City Current Preview42:58 North Carolina Courage Preview46:26 Orlando Pride Preview48:56 Portland Thorns Preview53:34 Racing Louisville FC Preview55:58 San Diego Wave FC Preview 58:28 Seattle Reign FC Preview01:00:59 Utah Royals FC Preview01:02:16 Washington Spirit Preview01:05:35 Ways to support the pod

Backpasses Ep. 1: A Quick (Wild) History of Women’s Pro Soccer in the U.S.We just fired up the time machine and took the most chaotic walk through U.S. women’s soccer history—because if you’re loving the NWSL right now, you should know what it took to get here. We go from the barely-documented 1919 league, to the Craig League in 1950, to the USWNT forming in the ‘80s, to the brutal three-season curse of WUSA and WPS. We get into the WPSL quietly holding it down, then the early NWSL “YouTube days,” the Lifetime storytelling wins, and the GO90 streaming nightmare. And we don’t dodge the hard stuff: the 2021 reporting, the Yates investigation, and why real player protections finally had to happen. Come argue, learn, and nerd out with us—this series is just getting started.FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**00:00 Backpasses Ep. 1 - US WoSo History01:18 Before the beginning03:49 In the beginning06:35 An Evolution10:50 A New Chapter(s)17:31 NWSL: YouTube Era25:43 NWSL: Lifetime Era & go9033:59 NWSL: Modern Day Era

Celebrating Christen Press: Retirement SpecialJoin us for a heartfelt episode as we celebrate the incredible career of CP23, Christen Press, Angel City FC's first signing. Get your emotional support Capri-sun & some tissues ready as we celebrate her career and lasting impact to WoSo! FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #FootyTherapy #ChristenPress #CP2300:00 Introduction and Host Introduction01:03 Retirement Special: Christen Press03:29 Christen Press' Career Highlights06:01 International Career and Achievements10:52 Off the Pitch: Advocacy and Challenges19:15 Dogs for Christen: A Fan Movement24:21 Final Reflections and Legacy27:27 Outro and Additional Episodes

Celebrating Ali Riley: Retirement SpecialJoin us for a heartfelt episode as we celebrate the incredible career of Ali Riley, Angel City FC's cherished captain. Get your emotional support Capri-sun & some tissues ready as we celebrate the career and lasting impact to Woso! FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #FootyTherapy #AliRiley00:00 Introduction and Host's Message03:08 Ali Riley's Early Career and High School Days03:55 College Years and Transition to Professional Soccer05:52 International Career and Return to NWSL09:52 Ali Riley's Legacy and Impact20:17 Conclusion and Farewell

Celebrating WoSo Legends: An In-Depth Retirement RetrospectiveIn this heartfelt episode, Mario Salazar, Angela Morales, and special guest Eva Friedman take us through an emotional journey honoring the retirements of some of the most influential players in women's soccer. From Jess Fishlock's illustrious career with the Welsh national team to the inspirational off-pitch contributions of Imani Dorsey, no stone is left unturned. Join us as we celebrate the legacies of Veronica Latsko, Lauren Barnes, Kristen Hamilton, Ifeoma Onumonu, Tobin Heath, and many other soccer icons. Each story is a testament to their remarkable impact on the game and beyond.FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #FootyTherapy #VeronicaLatsko #LaurenBarnes #KristenHamilton #IfeomaOnumonu #TobinHeath #JessFishlock #ImaniDorsey00:00 Retirement Part Trios02:59 Jess Fishlock08:36 Veronica Latsko10:44 Lauren Barnes18:12 Kristen Hamilton23:38 Ifeoma Onumonu25:52 Tobin Heath29:17 Imani Dorsey

Recapping NWSL Finals Weekend and Angel City's Eventful YearIt's here y'all!!! The end of season #footytherapy session. It has been a LONG year for us in LA, and we take a bit of time to look back at those highs and lows of the season. This community is freaking amazing and we are here for all of it. Thanks for being part of our amazing community and sticking with us through this incredible year!Eating Disorder Resources - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cwrFh4u4eFzTwu-pjoWgpi-YKe5uLH7-RGCgoSovcYE/edit?usp=sharingFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #FootyTherapy00:00 End of Season #footytherapy01:36 ACFC Updates13:09 National Eating Disorder Support Numbers 14:55 NWSL Finals Weekend38:23 Casual FC's Favorite Moments this year49:14 Last #footytherapy session of the season58:10 HUGE Thank you for this season

Angel City FC Season Recap and Awards | With Guest Casey HultinHey everyone, welcome to Casual FC! Join us, Mario and Angela, along with our awesome guest Casey Hultin as we dive into our 2025 season recap for Angel City FC. We're talking highs, lows, standout players, and our hopes for next year. Plus, we'll share our Casual Awards, some unforgettable moments, and off season hopes. Don’t miss out!FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #FootyTherapy00:00 Introduction 02:32 Season Recap and Initial Thoughts10:40 Casual Awards and Player Highlights34:11 Trifecta Draft Recap38:42 Looking Forward to the Off-Season48:00 Closing Remarks and Thank Yous

Angel City FC Match Recap & Season HighlightsWe had such a blast this season, full of highs, lows, and some pretty intense moments. A huge shout out to our team captains, Sarah Gorden and Angelina Anderson, for their incredible leadership. We also dive into the recent match against Chicago (spoiler: it happened) and discuss the powerful voices standing up for the community. With the season wrapped up, we've got a fun-filled off-season planned, including a visit to the NWSL final in San Jose. Join us for a heartfelt chat and stay tuned for our upcoming season recap!FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #ChicagoStarsFC #FootyTherapy00:38 Introduction to Casual FC01:11 Shoutouts to Team Captains10:57 Final Game Highlights14:51 Post-Game Reactions17:41 Season Recap and Footy Therapy20:10 Off-Season Plans and Events25:42 Supporting the Pod and Final Thoughts

Angel City FC vs Chicago Stars Decision Day Match PreviewIn this episode of Casual FC, we dive into the Decision Day match preview between Angel City FC and the Chicago Stars FC. Hosts Mario Salazar and Angela Morales tackle everything from corporate PR responses and Elisabeth Eddy's transphobic, racists and sexists statements to religious misuse in sports and life. Don't miss our heartfelt thoughts prepping for the end of the season.🗓️ Sunday, November 2 at 2:00 PM 🏟️ SeatGeek Stadium ⚽️ vs Chicago Red Stars 📺 NWSL+ 🎙️ iHeartRadio FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #ChicagoStarsFC #FootyTherapy00:00 Introduction and Match Preview01:14 Decision Day Details02:55 Corporate Statements and Reactions26:14 Decision Day Overview27:33 Playoff Scenarios and Predictions29:45 ACFC Match Preview32:24 Emotional Farewell to Players35:39 Angel City Reflections41:09 Supporting the Podcast43:20 Season Wrap-Up and Future Plans

 Angel City FC vs Portland Thorns FC Match Recap & Emotional FarewellsIn our latest episode, we talk about everything from our memorable last match versus Portland to our feelings about the emotional retirements of Ali Riley and Christen Press. We dive into the intense game, the controversial officiating, and the fun interactions with fans trading pins and towels at the stadium. Plus, we preview the upcoming Decision Day matches and discuss what it means for the playoffs. Don't miss our latest shenanisode! FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #PortlandThorns #FootyTherapy00:00 Introduction and Banter00:44 Welcome to Casual FC01:55 Angel City Match Recap03:12 League Updates and Playoff Picture08:01 Controversial Moments and Officiating18:41 Community and Fan Experience22:39 Discussing Gate Entry and Giveaways23:29 Postgame Reflections and Retirement Ceremony24:45 Emotional Farewells and Celebrations30:10 Final Home Game and Haikus36:15 Decision Day and Playoff Scenarios41:04 Upcoming Matches and Broadcasts43:36 Casual FC Community and Social Media

Emotional Rollercoaster: Final Home Game Portland Thorns PreviewIn our latest episode, we dive into the emotions of the season's last home game. Theres a special giveaway at the stadium – a bobblehead pin (yes, just a pin!). We talk about Jun Endo's sheer soccer brilliance and her 'cheeky' moves, including a tap pass that belongs in the Louvre. Join us as we discuss the uncertain fate of the season and try to hold back tears over Ali Riley. It's not over till it's mathematically over!!!🗓️ Sunday 10/19 @ 2pm🏟️ BMO Stadium⚽️ vs Portland Thorns📺 ESPN🎙️ iHeartRadio, KFWB 980 AMFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #PortlandThorns #FootyTherapy00:57 Welcome to Casual FC02:41 Where to watch: ACFC v PDX03:45 Fan Appreciation and Giveaways05:29 Captain's Curtain Call: Ali Riley's Last Match07:50 Retirement Announcements Across the League13:11 Match Recap: Angel City vs. Houston Dash20:01 Haikus and Community Reactions22:57 Celebrating Legendary Sports Announcers24:20 Current Standings and Playoff Scenarios32:20 Portland Thorns Match Preview35:06 Portland's Season and Key Players40:31 Angel City's Performance and Key Players45:01 Supporting the Podcast and Final Thoughts

Angel City FC vs Houston Dash Match Preview & Footy Therapy PodHey everyone! Welcome to the latest shenanisode of Casual FC, your go-to for Angel City match previews and footy therapy. We talk about the AMAZING TIFO that went up during Hispanic Heratige Night, the bright points of our recent match vs KC Current and a "from the dome" breakdown of our matchup with the Dash. It's a wild one. 🗓️ Sunday, 10/12 at 2:00 PM 🏟️ BMO Stadium ⚽️ vs Houston Dash 📺 ESPN 🎙️ iHeartRadio, KFWB 980 AM FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #HoustonDash #FootyTherapy00:00 Introduction03:07 Hispanic Heritage Night Recap07:58 Chaos Award and Personal Anecdotes14:07 Match Recap: Angel City FC vs Kansas City Current20:33 Angel City's Resilience and Missed Opportunities20:58 Kansas City's Dominance and Record-Breaking Potential21:57 Post-Game Reactions and Footy Therapy22:41 Player Highlights and Team Dynamics26:49 Standings and Playoff Scenarios30:34 Houston Dash Match Preview39:40 Match Day Details and Final Thoughts

Angel City vs Kansas City: High Hopes and New FacesIn this episode, we dive into our upcoming match against Kansas City and recap our recent struggle against Louisville. Mario and Angela share their thoughts on the team's performance, new player highlights, and the latest NWSL updates, including trades and player retirements. Join us as we get ready for a school night showdown on Monday!🗓️ Monday, 10/6 at 7:30 PM🏟️ BMO Stadium⚽️ vs Kansas City Current📺 CBS Sports Network, FanDuel Sports Network🎙️ iHeartRadio, KFWB 980 AMFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL@casualfcpod INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | THREADS@casualfc.com BLUESKY SUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**#AngelCityFC #NWSL #KansasCityCurrent #FootyTherapy00:00 Introduction and Casual FC Welcome01:37 Match Preview: Angel City vs Kansas City Current03:15 Hispanic Heritage Month Celebrations06:00 Season Ticket Holder Updates and NWSL Finals13:05 Player Trades and Team Updates18:02 Ali Riley's Retirement Announcement19:12 League Scores and Match Reactions26:33 Playoff Scenarios and Team Standings31:58 Season Predictions and Playoff Hopes33:02 Facing Kansas City: A Formidable Opponent41:27 Kansas City's Key Players and Strategies53:03 Angel City's Approach and Key Players01:00:29 Upcoming Match and Fan Engagement01:02:12 Closing Remarks and Community Engagement