Charlotte Soccer Show

It's been an ugly stretch for Charlotte FC but the signs of life shown in the 2nd Half vs Chicago offer hope that the Crown is ready to rebound!

Apple TV's Andrew Wiebe joins Danny Brams to dissect the defensive woes that plagued Dean Smith's club during their June Swoon, take a well-deserved victory lap for spotting Patrick Agyemang's talent before anyone else did, and share some stories and cherished memories from his decades of covering MLS and US Soccer.

It's a must-listen episode ahead of Charlotte FC's return to The Fortress to...

In Plastic Performances, John Hayes and Danny Brams confront the team’s inconsistent identity, dissect key moments from the last two crushing losses vs. Kansas City and Chicago, and ask hard questions about mentality, leadership, and tactics. Is Deano on the hot seat? What is Patrick Agyemang's real transfer value? Should Westwood move forward into an attacking role? It's For the Crown, baby!

Danny and John tape a special episode whilst on the road after sitting on Managers Row at Subaru Park for Charlotte FC’s 2-1 loss to Philadelphia. It's an unfiltered ride home full of lane changes—Zaha played the villain to perfection (and celebrated like it), Deano put on a sideline show of his own, and the Philly fan experience was… something else. The guys also take a hard look at life without Pat on the pitch and ask the burning question: why wasn’t Abada in the starting XI? Plus, former Charlotte #1 draft pick Ben Bender got revenge after be...

Apple MLS Season Pass Analyst Calen Carr joins DannyBrams for some talk about the shifting identities of Charlotte FC this year, how The Crown stacks up in the Eastern Confernnce Playoff Chase, and most immediately: How to get three points on the road vs one of MLS's elite clubs, the Philadelphia Union!

It's For the Crown, Baby!

Recorded live from Dom's Dive Bar during the heat of the CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers, John Hayes and Danny Brams dive deep into Charlotte FC's rollercoaster first half of the season. From Patrick Agyemang’s breakout performances to Dean Smith’s evolving tactics and Wilfried Zaha's impact. Plus, an uncomfortable conversation about The Captain Ashley Westwood. The duo bring their signature banter and sharp analysis to the mic. Grab a pint and join the conversation—this one’s as gritty and passionate as a night on Mint Street.

Apple TV's Neil Sika returns to the show after calling The Crown's midweek loss to the Red Bulls and ahead of a game in Toronto that appears to be a must-win as Charlotte FC looks to shake off its "May Miasma."

DannyBrams & Neil break down why the Charlotte defense has failed to live up to the great standard set earlier this season, delve into the position battle on the right wing between Liel Abada and Kerwin Vargas, and outline exactly what Charlotte can do to make sure that June is a much better month than the one...

Apple TV's Tony Husband returns to the show ahead of the Charlotte-Nashville Showdown that he'll be in the booth for on Saturday Night. Danny Brams talks with Tony about Wilfried Zaha's adjustment to MLS, Charlotte's back line depth in the wake of several injuries, the addition of Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty to the squad, and the fine form that Nashville has found ahead of this massive match. It's for the Crown, baby!

BWP is Back for his second appearance on CSS! The MLS Legend joins DannyBrams to get into the ups and downs of Wilfried Zaha so far in the 2025 Season and what it's like to adjust to the league when coming over from a career in England.

They also talk about the stakes for Charlotte in the MLS Eastern conference ahead of a road trip to Columbus without Pep Biel, and a major fixture crunch in the month of May.

It's for the Crown, Baby!

Charlotte FC suffers their first loss at Bank of America Stadium in 2025 and the fingers are out and pointing!

Superstar DP Wilfried Zaha is firing back at his critics on SnapChat, Dean Smith is calling referees "incompetent," Danny Brams just can't get over the 18 shots that failed to find the back of the net, and John Hayes just wants to know why Patrick Agyemang was subbed out so early!

John & Danny break down the loss, the postgame reaction, and the big picture impact on Charlotte FC's season as The Crown enters a new phase of...

MLS Legend Dax McCarty has been a vocal advocate for Charlotte FC in his rookie year as a broadcaster on Apple MLS Season Pass.

The outspoken analyst joins Danny Brams to discuss making the transition from player to broadcaster, explain why he chose 2 Charlotte FC players for his Early Season Best XI (but not 3!), and sing the praises of Pep Biel, Adilson Malanda, Dean Smith & Brandt Bronico, among others.

He also gives some warning about a possible trap game vs New England Revolution this weekend, and offers some thoughts on how Charlotte can stay among...

Pep Biel does it again! John Hayes and Danny Brams react to Charlotte FC's 3-0 win over San Diego where Nick Scardina made his MLS debut.

We hear from Patrick Agyemang, Dean Smith & more. Do people realize how good Wilfried Zaha is playing? We debate.

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One of our faves, Ross Smith returns to the show ahead of his assignment in the booth calling San Diego FC at Charlotte FC this weekend.

Ross freely admits that SDFC are his "2nd team" to keep an eye on each Saturday as their attractive soccer has made him an instant fan of the expansion squad.

He breaks down the opponents Dean Smith will need to nullify if the Crown is going to keep its recent home win streak going.

Plus:

-Pep Biel for MVP

-Backline Injury Issues

John and Danny discuss the importance of Pep Biel's first half goal in Montreal. Dean Smith set up the team in a 4-2-3-1 and it got The Crown a clean sheet and its first road win of the season. Adilson Malanda was named man of the match but the guys agree it should have went to Kristijan Kahlina. Charlotte FC now sits 3rd on the MLS table. Is the early season success a sign that this team will compete for the Supporters Shield or is it smoke and mirrors? It's For the Crown, baby. #charlottefc #mlssoccer #mls<...

In a historic first for the show, we've got a guest talking Charlotte FC from the back of an Uber!

Renowned commentator Callum Williams will call the Crown's match in Montreal Saturday, he joins Danny Brams for some thoughts on how to replace the injured Wilfried Zaha, why Patrick's Agyemang's impact goes well beyond goal scoring, and how Charlotte's Pepas pregame ritual compares to the Wonderwall postgame singalong in Minnesota where Callum once called home.

Williams also shares some inside knowledge on Dean Smith's local pub back in Birmingham, England.

It's a little...

80 minutes of torture followed by 10 minutes of bliss...we wouldn't have it any other way! Charlotte FC left it late vs Nashville but turned the scoreline around and won their 7th straight match at home with a 2-1 result.

John & Danny are here to sing the praises of Idan Toklomati, Pep Biel & Wilfried Zaha (among others!). We'll also ponder if Dean Smith got things wrong with his lineup selection and early tactics, plus look at the opportunity The Crown now has to truly join the MLS elite.

It's the kinda show that'll make you pour...

The Crown was riding high into Colorado and looking to dominate on the road and establish themselves as a true MLS contender, but instead the sputtered, wasted some good chances, and then conceded a crackerjack counterattack and a questionable penalty, and that was that.

John & Danny break down just how big of a setback this was for Charlotte FC's fortunes in the big picture of the season, dig into why road matches continue to be such a problem for the club, and speculate on whether a dip in form by Adilson Malanda is a sign of deeper...

Charlotte FC is off to strongest start in club history after putting San Jose to the sword in a 4-1 home thrashing. John & Danny break down the goals and add perspective from the Gaffer, the Captain, and the local legend who says after this win "Hell Yeah we can challenge for a league title!"

The Doumbia Debut, The Toklomati Takeover, Pep in the Pocket, Westwood's Nosebleed, Dad Strength Meeting Composure, Classic Kerwin, and Wilfried Zaha dancing all over the pitch...it's ALL here to be recaptured in this can't miss episode. And we even throw in a...

Danny Brams & Kevin Egan discuss the fun of hosting shows that have become appointment television for MLS fans (and why everyone hates the New York Red Bulls). Kevin fills us in on some key changes to the Apple MLS Season Pass presentation of the league, why Charlotte FC has a great chance to build on early-season success, and where Dean Smith ranks among the best coaches in the league. We even found a few extra minutes to preview this weekend's Charlotte vs San Jose match, touch on why Kevin still favors Messi for 2025 MLS MVP, and dig into his...

Liel Abada and Patrick Agyemang open their 2025 accounts against rival Cincinnati. John Hayes and Danny Brams discuss the performance and celebrate another Kristijan Kahlina clean sheet. Plus, FC matches are now available locally on TV 64 & artificial turf at The Fortress is still a sight for sore eyes.

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After a hugely disappointing loss at Miami with Lionel Messi on the bench, John & Danny ponder the question: Is it actually tougher to beat 10-men??

We break down the red card, the goal, the missed chances, and the postgame commentary. We'll also dig into some of the big money stories surrounding why Messi isn't playing, and why some MLS GMs are starting to regret the Apple TV deal...plus: is there a new (loanee) signing on the Charlotte FC horizon??

It's for the Crown, Baby!

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Charlotte FC defeats rival Atlanta United 2-0 in the home opener! John Hayes & Danny Brams discuss matchday, watch highlights and hear from Wilfried Zaha, Dean Smith & Pep Biel post match. Up Next: Inter Miami and Lionel Messi.

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It's officially matchweek #1 and Charlotte FC is headed to Cascadia to start the season at Seattle Sounders. We preview the matchup, hear from Ashley Westwood about Wilfired Zaha & time-travel back to Patrick Agyemang's first MLS goal vs. Seattle. Plus, predictions! It's For the Crown, baby!

It's a milestone episode on the eve of Matchweek 1! John & Danny answer TFOS (Tremendous Friends of the Show) questions. Thanks to everyone who takes the time to listen and contribute to the conversation. For the Crown, baby!

Zaha is signed, sealed, delivered #forthecrown , Patrick Agyemang is scoring at will for the #usmnt , and Charlotte FC is back in the #usopencup We break down all that, plus check in with USA Legend Landon Donovan, and give a final goodbye to Karol Swiderski. It's For the Crown, Baby

With a young CLTFC striker potentially leading the line for the USMNT, a superstar signing on the verge of completion, and more quality depth than the squad has ever seen, The Crown is set to start season 4 ready to truly, finally contend for MLS Cup.

John & Danny are set. for the 2025 Charlotte FC & MLS season!

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Tepper Sports & Entertainment has restructured the Charlotte FC front office, and President Joe LaBue is out. Is a slump in ticket sales to blame? Who is now the club's fan-facing spokesman? Patrick Agyemang is still without a new contract. Will Dean play Pat and Karol Swiderski together in 2025?

The Crown was one minute away from advancing past Orlando and on to the 2nd Round of the MLS Playoffs...then it all came crashing down.

It has come down to game three in Orlando. A win sets up Charlotte FC with a matchup vs. Inter Miami or Atlanta United. How will Dean Smith get the job done? John Hayes and Danny Brams are live!

John and Danny discuss Friday night's must-win match at The Fortress. Plus, reaction to Sunday's loss in Orlando.

John Hayes and Danny Brams are LIVE on YouTube to chat about Charlotte FC's TOP 5 finish and preview the playoff series vs. Orlando.

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John Hayes and Daniel Bramlette discuss Charlotte FC's winning week and playoff qualification. Plus, Patrick Agyemang's future and Swiderski's resurgence. Dean Smith is flexing with his new tactics and signings. The Crown is back to winning ways to finish off the season.

After DannyBrams needled Dean Smith about Charlotte FC's "boring" play during a 3-match losing streak, The Crown responded in a big way with a 4-0 thrashing of the New England Revoluition that has bouyed playoff position and restored some hope for a potential postseason run in the QC.

We l talk that match plus the Brandt Bronico Beds For Kids Fundraiser that turned out to be a hell of a party, and look ahead a bit to an away day against InterMessi and crew that should be a vital measuring stick for where this club...

It's been a drought of episodes for this show and a drought of points for Charlotte FC...we may not be able to fix the latter but the former has at least been cured for now as Hayes & Brams get back on the mics to talk about where The Crown stands with just 5 matches left in the season and the club free-falling down the league table.

We react to Dean Smith's pre-New England press conference and break down some of the changes he made against Orlando in midweek which sadly failed to produce the desired result...is...

Great sitdown with Nathan Byrne as Charlotte FC enters the stretch run of the 2024 MLS Season with all eyes on the playoffs. We talk about the Crown's stalwart defensive record, incorporating Tim Ream into the fold, and how the team can improve it's often woeful offense...plus we find out his favorite American food delivery service, and why his son is pushing for Nathan to get his first MLS goal before the season is over. Enjoy!

John Hayes and Danny Brams are at Belfast Mill! Stengs Transfer Falls Thru / Almiron Negotiations Implode...how much responsibility does Zoran bear for this? Pep Biel Emergency Loan Deal...what do we expect? Leagues Cup reaches Semifinal stage...does anyone care? Charlotte FC returns to action Saturday vs Red Bulls... the start of 9 game runout to the season...how many pts do we project from the 27 possible? Plus, the Carolina Ascent Debuts with great fanfare and three points.

Football is back!! Doubters were circling near the end of the window but Charlotte FC appears to have defied the odds by bringing in a new record signing just before the deadline, Creative Attacking Mid Calvin Stengs from Feyenoord Rotterdam. Stengs projects as a transformational signing For The Crown, potentially one of the best players in MLS as the league hits its homestretch...and he may not be the only signing in store! A shock move for Miguel Almiron is also rumored, one which would not only shoot Charlotte FC into the talent stratosphere, but also would break the...

John and Danny discuss Fulham legend Tim Ream signing with Charlotte FC. Is this the "big name" signing the club promised or will we see another impact incoming in the next three weeks before the transfer window closes? Plus, TFOS questions!

Danny Brams is back from The ATX to share some Away Day storytelling with John Hayes, surrounding the Crown's 2-2 draw vs the Verdes. From the pregame parties to the friendly Austin fans to spreading the gospel of Bronico, it's all here!

We'll also talk some Leagues Cup significance and address recent transfer rumors about a new U-22 Initiative signing reportedly heading to Charlotte...It's for the Crown, Baby!

John Hayes and Daniel Brackett recap Charlotte FC's performance on the road vs. Cincy, Columbus and Austin. Earning five points out of nine is a massive success. Karol Swiderski marked his return with a PK goal. The 2024 Leagues Cup kicks off Saturday at Philly. It's For The Crown, baby!

King Karol is back in the QC. John and Danny discuss how it happened and react to the news. It's COPA semi-final matchday, and HopFly Brewing Company's vibe is immaculate. Two special guests join the show to talk about the transfer window and more. Plus, a preview of Saturday night's match at Cincinnati.