Cincinnati Soccer Talk
Cincinnati Soccer Talk is the first FC Cincinnati podcast produced by fans, for the fans. Featuring match recaps and analysis, player interviews, and conversations with personalities from around Major League Soccer. CST is your home for all things soccer in the Queen City.
CST Episode 472 - Normal Service Resumes
The gang are back to put a bow on the World Cup and look ahead to a busy restart to the season for the Orange and Blue. Guest- Jeff Wallner.
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S11 E19 Jersey Swap – Vancouver Whitecaps – Michael McColl from AFTN
The World Cup is nearing its denouement, which means that Major League Soccer is reigniting their engines. (Maybe that's just adding to the poor air quality around here lately.)
FC Cincinnati's first opponent after the long break? Vancouver Whitecaps FC, the head honchos of the Western Conference. The Caps got a surprising reprieve on Thursday after their match with Chicago was put on hold due to the environment. However, that just means the squad gets extra rest before Wednesday's matchup.
To know more about our opponent, we talk with soccer commentator and reporter Michael McColl...
CST Episode 471 - Back On Track
The World Cup is in its final week with the four favorites alive in the semifinals. Geoff, Jose, and Jacob discuss the past week's developments.
However, the club is also getting itself back together. FC Cincinnati took on EFL Championship squad Burnley last Friday. We bring in our good friend Nate Gilman to cover what took place under the cover of broadcast silence.
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The United States, Mexico, and Canada all struggle and crash in the Round of 16. The World Cup host still hasn't won the trophy in 28 years.
Geoff, Jose, and Brian focus on the USMNT loss to Belgium and assess where U.S. soccer goes from here. And we DO have FC Cincinnati soccer in the near future to discuss again!
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The World Cup group stages are finished, and all three hosts are moving on. However, the United States hit a rough patch against Turkiye by resting their starters. Are we concerned? Geoff, Jose, and Jason look towards the Round of 32 match against Bosnia & Herzegovina, as well as the other upcoming knockout-round matches FOR MORE CST CONTENT VISIT US ONLINE https://cincinnatisoccertalk.com SUPPORT CINCINNATI SOCCER TALK TODAY! https://cincinnatisoccertalk.com/support SUBSCRIBE TO CINCY SOCCER TALK! iTunes:
CST Episode 468 - The World Has Arrived
While the World Cup was expected to have its hiccups in the planning and preparatory stages, can we say that it's been a mild success yet? Do the powerful exhibitions by the favorites, the successes of the hosts, and the unexpected draws by smaller countries have you locked in for the rest of the tournament? Geoff, Jose, and Josh are joined by Bryan Weigel, fresh from his own trip to watch the U.S. beat Australia in Seattle. FOR MORE CST CONTENT VISIT US ONLINE https://cincinnatisoccertalk.com SUPPORT CINCINNATI SOCCER TALK TODAY! https://cincinnatisoccertalk.com/support SUBSCRIBE TO CINCY SO...
CST Episode 467 - Welcome to America
The gang recaps the start of World Cup 2026.
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Bonus: Live from Oakley Greens with Roman Celentano!
In case you missed out on our live Oakley Greens show before the United States Men's National Team commanded Paraguay 4-1, we've got you covered! Geoff, Jason, Coach, Jose, and Jacob previewed the 2026 World Cup as well as the matchup with Paraguay.
They also called upon FC Cincinnati goalkeeper Roman Celentano for his opinion on the tournament's potential and the immortals from the grand stage that made him the shot-stopper he is.
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S11 E18 Jersey Swap - 2026 FIFA World Cup - Our Group Stage Analysis!
The calendar flips almost instantly, and while club activities go under midseason hibernation, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is almost here. It's time to see how many of the 48 teams performing at the United States, Canada, and Mexico are really high caliber and stand a chance at hoisting the cup.
While the finals in 2022 took place between two former winners in Argentina and France, they both had to get through surprise upstarts Croatia and Morocco to do so. the expanded field probably makes it harder for a Cinderella team to reach similar heights, but it also means there's...
CST Episode 466 - Six Goals? In This Economy?
The gang recaps the big win vs Orlando and look ahead to the long World Cup break. FOR MORE CST CONTENT VISIT US ONLINE https://cincinnatisoccertalk.com SUPPORT CINCINNATI SOCCER TALK TODAY! https://cincinnatisoccertalk.com/support SUBSCRIBE TO CINCY SOCCER TALK! iTunes: http://cincinnatisoccertalk.com/itunes Stitcher:
S11 E17 Jersey Swap - Orlando City SC - Andrew DeSalvo from The Mane Land
For years, the shoes have been on the wrong feet. The Boys in Orange & Blue have won on the road at Orlando, but they haven't been able to defend the castle well enough when the Pride from the South comes to TQL Stadium.
That's what makes the next matchup at home all the more inquisitive. Neither FC Cincinnati nor Orlando City SC have met expectations in 2026. Cincinnati has struggled defensively, while Orlando's porous defense has led to head coach Oscar Pareja getting sacked. Both squads are worst and second-worst in goals allowed in the East.
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CST Episode 465 - Messi Defending and The Barlow Match
The gang recaps Wednesday's collapse and the thrilling finish in SoCal.
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S11 E16 Jersey Swap - San Diego FC - Craig Elsten from The Chromaniacs
For decades, San Diego has been a hotbed of soccer, but mostly the indoor kind. The San Diego Sockers have captured multiple championships in the MISL and MASL, but outdoor soccer was merely a plausible project. The short-lived success of the San Diego Loyal in the USL bred the fertile grounds for the San Diego Wave in NWSL and the firestorm first season for San Diego FC.
Already SDFC have set seismic records in MLS, capturing the Western Conference crown in their first season. However, the second season has started with a bit of reality—Hirving Lozano's ba...
S11 E15 Jersey Swap - Inter Miami CF - Franco Panizo from Miami Total Futbol
The sting is probably still there months after the fact. Yes, FC Cincinnati took down their rivals in a seismic series, but the tidal wave from Inter Miami was too much in the 2025 MLS Cup playoffs.
While the loss gave the Orange & Blue a chance to re-examine their mode of play, Miami went right to work retooling and revamping their champion-level roster. Legends have retired, only for others to take their place. Javier Marcherano left the coaching staff quickly after the season started. In the end, it's still Messi's team, but all of the offensive firepower has...
CST Episode 464 - Clash of the Queen Cities
FC Cincinnati traveled to the fake Queen City and came away with a 2-2 draw. Evander goal of the week? Is FC Cincy going to have to make big lineup decsions? Coach, Rupe and Jason break it all down.
S11 E14 Jersey Swap - Charlotte FC - LvlUp Luke from the Queen City Soccer Show
It's taken a few weeks, but FC Cincinnati finally have an away win under their belt, all thanks to a big late shift by the squad in Chicago. The big question—can they pull off another big road victory?
That hasn't been the case when the Orange & Blue have visited their Queen City rivals in North Carolina. Cincinnati have failed to capture all three points over their four visits to Bank of America Stadium since Charlotte FC's debut in 2022.
However, Charlotte have been struggling to find form, losing their last three matches in MLS play. Ha...
CST Episode 463 - Ketchup on a Hotdog
The gang recaps the wild win in Chicago. FOR MORE CST CONTENT VISIT US ONLINE https://cincinnatisoccertalk.com SUPPORT CINCINNATI SOCCER TALK TODAY! https://cincinnatisoccertalk.com/support SUBSCRIBE TO CINCY SOCCER TALK! iTunes: http://cincinnatisoccertalk.com/itunes Stitcher: http://cincinnatisoccertalk.com/stitcher TuneIN:
S11 E13 Jersey Swap - Chicago Fire FC - Alex Campbell from CHGO Fire Podcast
The 2026 season is almost three months old, yet FC Cincinnati has already closed the regular-season booklet on two teams. After positive results against Toronto and Red Bull New York, the Orange & Blue look to improve their numbers against a much-improved Chicago squad.
While Chicago stumbled in the U.S. Open Cup, Gregg Berhalter's guys put a hurt on Sporting Kansas City last weekend. However, we've seen what happens when this Fire defense takes their mind off the task at hand. Can Cincinnati march into Soldier Field and steal points again?
We sit down with Alex...
CST Episode 462 - Gangs of New York
The panel recaps a week full of New York matches. Leave a note in the comments #MLS #FCCincinnati #soccer #FCCincy Show Sponsors: Apollo Home - www.apollohome.com Go Beyond Exercise - www.gobeyondexercise.com Follow Us: Twitter - / cincysoccertalk Facebook - / cincinnatisoccertalk Instagram - / cincysoccertalk Website - https://cincinnatisoccertalk.com
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S11 E12 Jersey Swap - Red Bull New York - Michael Battista from Red Bulls Nation
If we didn't get our fill from the bite taken out of The Big Apple, Cincinnati fans are getting a second mouthful right away.
FC Cincinnati leaves the blue side of the Empire City, only to welcome Red Bull New York to TQL Stadium this Saturday. The Orange & Blue had their difficulties in the first leg of the matchup a few weeks ago, and the longer injury list only makes the work harder.
However, RBNY has also managed to be consistent with their inconsistencies. While Cincinnati was locked in a 4-4 draw with NYCFC, Red...
CST Episode 461 - Fighting Fires
The gang recaps the come-from-behind draw vs Chicago and look ahead to playing both New York clubs in four days.
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S11 E11 Jersey Swap - Chicago Fire FC - Nick Poteres from the Feed The Fire Podcast
Have we entered the Bizarro World version of Major League Soccer? After a few seasons of strong starts out of the gate, Pat Noonan's squad is reeling. Had it not been for two heroic stands after red cards, your FC Cincinnati might be looking at their next opponent from a very different vantage point.
Nevertheless, their "Porkopolis" rivals are where the Orange & Blue are looking down from near the top of the mountain in the Eastern Conference. Chicago Fire FC are using early scoring and a late strangling defense to rack up one-goal wins. (Perhaps that sounds...
CST Episode 460 - Crisis Averted... Again
The gang recaps another subpar match from the Orange & Blue. Plus, they mull over that big Brazilian rumor.
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S11 E10 Jersey Swap - Toronto FC - John Molinaro from TFC Republic
FC Cincinnati have started the season with a frustrating road slate, losing their first three away matches of the 2026 season. It doesn't help that they encounter a team they couldn't solve at home, but perhaps that allows for some sort of comeuppance if FCC can figure out Toronto FC.
The Boys in Red have capitalized on their first home slate of the season, winning two and drawing one to start at BMO Field. In fact, Toronto is undefeated over their last ten home matches stretching into last season.
So how does Cincinnati right their ship...
CST Episode 458 - No Joy in New Jersey
FC Cincinnati came out of the international break with a new look in the formation but fell at Red Bull New York 4-2. Jason, Coach and Cliff break it all down.
S11 E9 Jersey Swap - Red Bull New York - Mark Fishkin from the Seeing Red Podcast
With the international break completed, the Orange & Blue square against a familiar foe in a not-so-familiar landscape. The red side of New York wants to forget 2025 so badly that they have tweaked their team name and made a big name their new head coach. Michael Bradley's first five matches have been a mix of progress and regression, with Red Bull winning twice but losing two of their last three.
So how do the Red Bulls return to prominence after missing their first MLS playoff in 15 years? Will the fountain of youth in the academy fuel New York's...
CST Episode 458 - Wrong Side of the Break
Geoff brings a "Jersey Swap" style edition of CST for the international break. He is joined by D.J. Switzer and Jeremy Lance, the two hosts of "Wrong Side of the Pond".
For old times' sake, we go through the state of the USMNT, the World Cup qualifiers, and our favorite (and not-so-favorite) MLS kits this season.
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S11 E8 Jersey Swap - The USL in 2026 - Brett Mullenix from KIT SZN
The clubs take some early time off for the sake of country. Time to take an international break and view the U.S. soccer landscape from 30,000 feet.
As much as FC Cincinnati occupies a lot of our attention, the competitive environment has expanded greatly nationwide. Even in the Tri-State area has fortified itself since the MLS call-up. Lexington SC is splashing cash to challenge Lou City in USL Championship, Indiana's Fort Wayne FC made the jump to USL League One, and Forest City Cleveland will challenge for Ohio in the 2027 MLS Next Pro season.
So...
CST Episode 457 - A Way Too Important Win
The gang recaps an up and down week for the Orange and Blue. Plus, we are joined by Ohio based author Carlos Mojica to chat about his new soccer book for kids.
"Goal! Awesome Soccer Stories And Fun Facts For Kids" https://geni.us/goalawesomesoccer
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S11 E7 Jersey Swap - CF Montreal - Elias Grigoriadis from The Ball Is Round
Today's cup of coffee might taste a bit bitter, but maybe the morning needs a Montreal bagel for accompaniment.
It's already been a difficult week for FC Cincinnati—that goes without saying. After two immense defeats on the road, the Orange & Blue have one more shot to turn the tide before the international break kicks in.
CF Montreal comes into TQL Stadium with a similar record and a chance to build for the future. Head coach Marco Donadel has had the "interim" label removed from his job title, but can he produce a better result th...
CST Episode 456 - Take a Match, Give a Match
The gang gets high with the highs and low with the lows from a Jekyll and Hyde week for the Orange and Blue. It all starts at 9pm. We'll see you then! Leave a note in the comments. #MLS #FCCincinnati #soccer #FCCincy Show Sponsors: Apollo Home – www.apollohome.com Go Beyond Exercise – www.gobeyondexercise.com CST'ERS!!! GET YOUR NEW CST MERCH TODAY OVER AT https://cincinnatisoccertalk.com/shop
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S11 E6 Jersey Swap - New England Revolution - Caleb Pongratz from Spotrac / Prost Soccer
It's time to ship up to Boston!
This weekend, FC Cincinnati trek up to New England, the newest hotbed of American soccer. While Vermont Green and Hartford Athletic are winning trophies, Portland Hearts of Pine and Rhode Island FC are winning hearts. Boston Legacy has brought women's soccer back to the Bay State, and the New England Revolution...fired their coach.
Okay, so maybe not all of soccer is on fire in New England.
We sit down with Caleb from Spotrac and Prost Soccer to discuss the pile of grunt work new coach M...
CST Episode 455 - Canadian Goose Egg
The gang recaps the loss to Toronto FC at home and look ahead to the tough week to come. It all starts at 9pm. We'll see you then! Leave a note in the comments. #MLS #FCCincinnati #soccer #FCCincy Show Sponsors: Apollo Home – www.apollohome.com Go Beyond Exercise – www.gobeyondexercise.com CST'ERS!!! GET YOUR NEW CST MERCH TODAY OVER AT https://cincinnatisoccertalk.com/shop
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CST Episode 454 - Gone Cold
The gang breaks down the loss in Minnesota and the midweek thumping of O&M FC. It all starts at 9pm. We'll see you then! Leave a note in the comments. #MLS #FCCincinnati #soccer #FCCincy Show Sponsors: Apollo Home – www.apollohome.com Go Beyond Exercise – www.gobeyondexercise.com CST'ERS!!! GET YOUR NEW CST MERCH TODAY OVER AT https://cincinnatisoccertalk.com/shop
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S11 E5 Jersey Swap - Toronto FC - Jeffrey P. Nesker from Toronto 'Til I Die
We've seen greatness and not-so-greatness over the first two weeks of the season. Perhaps the real test will be against a team FC Cincinnati has managed to best even during their absolute lows.
Toronto FC come into town with two difficult losses under their belt, but they need one more road tilt before their home opener. The Reds have managed to clear their books of two difficult contracts, only to pull in Josh Sargent, the American striker Cincinnati had been pursuing in the past.
We talk with Jeffrey from the Toronto 'Til I Die podcast...
S11 E4 Jersey Swap - Minnesota United - Daniel Elias from The Loony Bin Podcast
Time to break out the winter scarves for this weekend's first big away trip to the chilly confines of Saint Paul.
FC Cincinnati makes another heralded trek to Minnesota United, hoping to stitch multiple solid performances together. The Orange & Blue have left their history in the past, winning their last two visits to Allianz Field and leaving all memories of their worst loss ever in the snowdrifts.
As much as Cincinnati has kept their roster primarily constant in the offseason, the Loons have endured a very turbulent winter with a roster that looks quite different...
CST Episode 453 - Off and Rolling!
The gang recaps FCC's Week 1 match as well as Leg 1 of the CCC.
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S11 E3 Jersey Swap - Tyler Pilgrim from Scarves & Spikes
With the midweek win done and dusted, we can finally focus on the meat and potatoes of the MLS regular season! Just two months away from competition feels like a hunger strike, especially after watching That Team From Florida enjoy all the fine dining last December.
FC Cincinnati heads into Season 5 under Pat Noonan with some big statements to make, but let's not forget that this weekend's opponent experienced bigger disappointment after promises of gold. Atlanta United brought the band back together by rehiring their best conductor, Tata Martino, to helm the sidelines. What can we expect...
CST Episode 452 - With Special Guest Kevin Egan of MLS on Apple TV
It's almost game time and we're ready for it as FCC takes on O&M FC on Wednesday and welcomes Atlanta United to TQL on Saturday.
And tonight, special guest Kevin Egan joins us to talk Year 4 on Apple TV, major MLS storylines, and teams to watch this year.
It all starts at 9pm. We'll see you then!
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S11 E2 Jersey Swap - 2026 FC Cincinnati preview with Tom Gelehrter and Kevin McCloskey
One week until meaningful soccer and the launch of a promising FC Cincinnati season!
We enter Year 11 the same way as last season, with the Orange & Blue leaving the country for CONCACAF Champions Cup coverage. Soon enough, the MLS season also starts with designated players Evander, Miles Robinson, and Kevin Denkey leading a talented roster.
But what are we really looking at? How promising and hopeful are we that this roster can use consistency and build from last season's hard work? We ask the FC Cincinnati radio broadcast team, Tommy G. and Kevin McCloskey, what...
