10/20 NWSL Playoff - Round 1 Preview

Offseason Updates & Shenanigans: Angel City FC RecapWelcome back to Casual FC! In this shenanisode, we dive into all things Angel City FC with the latest roster updates, offseason moves, and coaching changes. Join us as we discuss the retirement announcements of Merritt Mathias and Katie Johnson, the mysterious future of Christen Press, and new signings like Macey Hodge and Julie Dufour. Plus, we ramble about our thoughts on the 3 clap, the upcoming Coachella Valley Invitational, and our wild guesses for next season. Buckle up, it's a wild ride! Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more footy therapy!00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Banter01:17 Special Episode Announcement02:12 Planner Talk and Neurodivergence05:33 Shenanisode and Personal Updates06:14 Offseason Movements and Player Updates08:59 NWSL Chaos and League Updates14:40 Retirements and Farewells20:30 Current Roster and New Signings28:24 Emotional Rollercoaster of WOSO Fans29:05 Casey Phair's Potential Impact29:37 Messiah Bright's Season Recap31:28 New Signing: Julie Dufour32:36 Roster Updates and Player Status40:41 Coaching and Management Speculations47:04 Fan Engagement and Traditions51:34 Season Predictions and Hopes54:42 Holiday Wishes and Closing Remarks ★ Support this podcast ★

25 Dec 202458min

Join us in this special episode of Casual FC as we bid farewell to some of the most iconic players in NWSL history! We cover the retirements of legends like Alex Morgan, Kelly O'Hara, Alyssa Naeher, Christine Sinclair, and more. We talk about their incredible contributions both on and off the pitch, relive some of our favorite moments, and reflect on the lasting impact they'll leave on the game. Plus, we dive into everything from Merritt Mathias' epic on-field antics to meticulous squirrel-keeping. Celebrate the legacy of these phenomenal athletes with us as we remember the unforgettable eras they helped shape. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes. Stay tuned, and see you next season!00:00 Introduction and House Bunny Reference00:45 Welcome to Casual FC01:15 Special Guest: Eva Friedman01:34 Technical Difficulties and Setup03:06 Retirement Retrospective Series08:43 Alyssa Naeher: The Great Uncle22:07 Becky Sauerbrunn: Captain America30:40 Sinead Farrelly: A Journey of Resilience42:50 Merritt Mathias: The Soccer Villain55:44 Desiree Scott: The Destroyer57:14 Guardianship and Career Challenges59:10 NWSL Milestones and Attendance Issues01:01:04 Gotham FC and Stadium Location01:02:08 Olympic Medals and Canadian Federation Issues01:03:17 Carrie Lawrence's Retirement01:06:27 Christine Sinclair's Legacy01:15:24 Sam Mewis: Tower of Power01:21:25 Kelly O'Hara: The Ultimate Competitor01:28:40 Alex Morgan: A True Leader01:40:08 Reflecting on Retiring Legends01:48:58 Closing Remarks and Future Plans ★ Support this podcast ★

11 Dec 20241h 53min

Angel City FC Season Recap and Emotional Moments | Casual FCIn this episode of Casual FC, Mario and Angela return after a short hiatus to recap the emotional season for Angel City FC. Don't miss our award segment featuring our almost Iron players, top scorers, and thoughts on upcoming free agents. Plus, some fun shenanigans and heartwarming stories, like Jun's return to running and our chaos award moments. Join us for all this and more as we wrap up the season with laughs, tears, and of course, footy therapy!00:00 Introduction and Welcome01:03 Season Recap and Emotional Support03:35 Chaos Award Highlights05:33 Playoff Chaos and Museum Visit08:25 Upcoming Watch Party and Women's Sports Bars12:09 Angel City Season Recap24:03 Lineup Inconsistencies and Challenges32:06 Highs and Lows of the Season36:03 The Mental Challenge of Injury Recovery36:17 Rediscovering the Love for Soccer37:26 Press's Impact and Return38:18 Season Highlights and Player Performances39:34 Reflecting on the Season43:04 Rookie of the Year Snub46:34 Player Contributions and Free Agency01:00:46 End of Season Wrap-Up01:03:29 Community and Support01:05:03 Final Thoughts and Farewell ★ Support this podcast ★

20 Nov 20241h 6min

Final Regular Season Match Preview & Free Agent NewsJoin us for this episode of Casual FC, where we talk about our chaotic shenanisode, the last match preview of the season for Angel City FC, and big news about Sydney Leroux re-signing with the club until 2027! We reflect on our season's highs and lows, discuss Decision Day, and preview the upcoming match against the Portland Thorns. Plus, we share some fun watch party details and voting reminders! Don't miss out on our farewell to the 2023 regular season.🗓️ Friday, November 1st at 7pm🏟️ Providence Park⚽️ vs Portland Thorns📺 Amazon Prime🎙️ iHeartRadioFOLLOW US ON SOCIALINSTAGRAM | TWITTER | TIKTOK | THREADSSUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffe.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**00:00 Introduction and Halloween Shenanigans02:16 Last Match Preview of the Regular Season03:23 Upcoming Match Against Portland Thorns06:17 Decision Day and Streaming Issues11:38 Chaos Awards and Off-Season Drama17:06 NWSL Disciplinary Actions22:58 Playoff Picture and Final Matches26:53 Frustrations with the NWSL Schedule28:56 Pre-Game Hype: Taking on Portland31:25 Reflecting on the Season's End33:00 Community and Fan Connections34:56 Free Agency and Roster Changes35:10 Syd Leroux's Re-Signing Announcement37:25 Hopes and Plans for Next Season49:15 Final Match Details and Watch Party50:11 Supporting the Podcast and Farewell ★ Support this podcast ★

30 Okt 202454min

NWSL Playoff Drama, Emotional Retirements, and Exciting Merch!Join us in this jam-packed episode of Casual FC! We chat about Angela's divided Dodgers-Yankees household and dive into thrilling postseason updates. We cover key NWSL results, playoff scenarios, and the 'Wooden Spoon' tradition. Go behind the scenes of Angel City's last games, including a chaotic 1-1 draw, celebrating Christen Press's 100th NWSL appearance and officiating controversies. Embrace the emotions of final season moments, touching retirements, and standout performances by Leroux and the Thompson sisters. Plus, enjoy Mario's cool stickers. Don't forget to tune in for the Angel City vs Thorns match preview at Providence Park! Follow, subscribe, and join our Discord for all the latest updates. FOLLOW US ON SOCIALINSTAGRAM | TWITTER | TIKTOK | THREADSSUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffe.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**00:00 Introduction  and Host Banter02:45 Election Day Reminder03:47 Footy Therapy Session: Last Home Match07:18 Chaos Award and Referee Critique12:29 NWSL Playoff Picture22:29 Controversial Refereeing and Racial Bias24:43 Unexpected Goal and Halftime Shock26:15 Defining a Banger Goal27:24 Celebrating Christen Press's Milestone29:41 Retirement Reflections and Emotions34:03 Fan Interactions and Meetups35:33 Final Thoughts and Season Recap42:23 Upcoming Game and Watch Party Details (00:00) - Introduction and Host Banter (02:45) - Election Day Reminder (03:47) - Footy Therapy Session: Last Home Match (07:18) - Chaos Award and Referee Critique (12:29) - NWSL Playoff Picture (22:29) - Controversial Refereeing and Racial Bias (24:43) - Unexpected Goal and Halftime Shock (26:15) - Defining a Banger Goal (27:24) - Celebrating Christen Press's Milestone (29:41) - Retirement Reflections and Emotions (34:03) - Fan Interactions and Meetups (35:33) - Final Thoughts and Season Recap (42:23) - Upcoming Game and Watch Party Details ★ Support this podcast ★

23 Okt 202448min

Angel City FC Home Finale & NWSL Drama: Goals, Controversies, and Playoff Hopes!Join us for this exciting episode of Casual FC where we dive into Angel City FC's final home match against the Utah Royals and the latest NWSL drama! We break down Christen Press's incredible performance, ACFC's childcare policy controversies, and the league's recent sanctions. We chat about the rollercoaster of emotions from recent games, preview key matchups, and discuss the playoff race. Don't miss out on the latest shenanisode as we navigate through all things Angel City FC and beyond! 🗓️ Sunday, October 20th at 4:30pm🏟️ BMO Stadium⚽️ vs Utah Royals📺 NWSL+, CBS Golazo Network, Bally Sports, Paramount+🎙️ iHeartRadioFOLLOW US ON SOCIALINSTAGRAM | TWITTER | TIKTOK | THREADSSUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffe.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**00:00 Welcome to Casual FC01:20 Voting Reminder04:26 Upcoming Match Preview08:03 Angel City Sanctions and Childcare Issues23:50 Boston NWSL Franchise Controversy33:42 Addressing Problematic Hires in Sports35:01 Diversity and Representation in Coaching37:09 San Diego's Performance Issues38:03 Social Media Banter and Player Highlights39:42 League Standings and Playoff Scenarios43:54 Match Recap: Angel City vs. Courage47:04 Fan Reactions and Emotional Moments55:57 Upcoming Match Preview and Final Thoughts ★ Support this podcast ★

16 Okt 20241h 6min

Angel City FC Preview and Playoff Hopes Amidst ChallengesThis episode of Casual FC covers a lot! Mario and Angela discuss Angel City FC's recent struggles with league penalties and their fight for playoff contention. Tune in for a detailed preview of the matchup against North Carolina Courage and insights into upcoming watch parties. We also celebrate Orlando Pride's historic Supporter Shield win and talk about North Carolina's ownership changes. Make sure to subscribe for more updates and remember to register to vote! ⚽️🎉🗓️ Saturday, October 12th at 4:30pm🏟️ WakeMed Soccer Park⚽️ vs North Carolina Courage📺 ionTV🎙️ iHeartRadioFOLLOW US ON SOCIALINSTAGRAM | TWITTER | TIKTOK | THREADSSUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffe.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**00:00 10/12 NC Courage Match Preview01:50 Voting and Citizenship Celebration03:05 Match Preview and Watch Party Details10:28 Angel City Controversy Explained25:20 Orlando's Triumph and Playoff Scenarios33:09 The Playoff Struggle Continues34:09 A Weekend Wedding and a Beautiful Goal35:45 Analyzing the Game and Team Dynamics38:14 Discord Discussions and Community Vibes43:33 Ownership Changes and Player Highlights46:29 Angel City FC's Offensive Strategy57:06 Upcoming Match and Watch Party Details58:08 Supporting the Podcast and Final Thoughts (00:00) - 10/12 NC Courage Match Preview (01:50) - Voting and Citizenship Celebration (03:05) - Match Preview and Watch Party Details (10:28) - Angel City Controversy Explained (25:20) - Orlando's Triumph and Playoff Scenarios (33:09) - The Playoff Struggle Continues (34:09) - A Weekend Wedding and a Beautiful Goal (35:45) - Analyzing the Game and Team Dynamics (38:14) - Discord Discussions and Community Vibes (43:33) - Ownership Changes and Player Highlights (46:29) - Angel City FC's Offensive Strategy (57:06) - Upcoming Match and Watch Party Details (58:08) - Supporting the Podcast and Final Thoughts ★ Support this podcast ★

9 Okt 20241h

Angel City Rollercoaster: Emotional Footy Therapy & Seattle Reign PreviewIn this episode of Casual FC, we dive deep into our emotions with some much-needed footy therapy after the Angel City FC's recent 2-1 loss to Washington Spirit. Angela and Mario take you through the highs and lows of being a fan, discuss the permutations of upcoming matches, and provide a preview of the upcoming clash against Seattle Reign. We touch on players to watch for, key points we'd like to see, and the impact of recent player movements. Join us for a candid chat about the current state of the team, some fun banter, and a look ahead at what's to come.🗓️ Friday, October 4th at 7pm🏟️ Lumen Field⚽️ vs Seattle Reign FC📺 Amazon Prime🎙️ iHeartRadio & 1330am Tu Liga RadioFOLLOW US ON SOCIALINSTAGRAM | TWITTER | TIKTOK | THREADSSUPPORT THE PODLeave a review where ever you listen!Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.comBuy us a coffee at buymeacoffe.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at **https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod**00:00 Introduction and Hosts01:32 Podcast Evolution: From Preview to Therapy04:31 Upcoming Match Preview: Angel City vs. Seattle Reign05:49 Moving Stories and Personal Updates09:36 NWSL Chaos and Playoff Scenarios20:49 Match Recap: Angel City vs. Washington Spirit25:40 Pushing Forward: Hopes for Seattle26:13 Strategic Changes: Young Players and Fresh Legs27:08 Offensive Power and Defensive Strategies27:43 Referee Decisions and Team Depth31:04 Team Identity and Philosophies32:38 Fan Reactions and Haiku Highlights34:58 Evaluating the Organization: Top-Down Overhaul41:04 Upcoming Match: Seattle Preview47:12 Watch Party and Final Thoughts ★ Support this podcast ★

2 Okt 202451min