The Official SDFC Podcast

For the first time in the Official SDFC Podcast history, Chris McVey joins the show with his parents. Andy and Anette McVey share stories of growing up, sibling battles, and Chris' childhood nickname. Hear from them as they reflect on their favorite memories watching their son's career unfold and their experience supporting the MLS from Sweden. 

Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones joins Marvell and Kaila to recap recent results versus Houston and Portland and provides a look into the upcoming matchup versus LAFC. San Diego FC will face off with LAFC for the first time this season at 6:30PM this Saturday, May 2nd, at Snapdragon Stadium. 

San Diego FC midfielder David Vazquez shares how his journey from LA to Philly helped shape his career, breaks down his scoring success versus Liga MX opponents, and he also details his passion of fixing up old cars. 

Assistant Coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Kaila and Sal to recap the recent match versus Minnesota United and preview a 2-game road stint that includes a match this Saturday at Real Salt Lake and a next Wednesday at Houston. Then stay tuned for matchday minus 2 media availability from Mikey Varas, Luca Bombino, and Aníbal Godoy as they touch on the week of training and getting back into form. 

Midfielder Bryce Duke and defender Oscar Verhoeven share their carpooling routine, beach day itinerary, and their San Diego coffee tour. They also discuss what they learned growing up in the MLS Academy systems and their journey to San Diego FC. 

Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones joins Marvell, Kaila, and Sal to recap the match vs San Jose and preview this Saturday's Western Conference Final rematch vs Minnesota United. This Saturday's match is SDFC's Community Night Presented by California Bank & Trust, and every ticket purchased helps support programs that expand access to soccer, strengthen neighborhoods, and uplift communities across San Diego. 

Forward Lewis Morgan shares how Scotland and his brother helped shape his love for soccer, what role golf plays in his routine, and what stands out about San Diego FC and the soccer community here. He also shares what Haggis is and his experience of being a part of Scotland's biggest soccer rivalry. 

As San Diego FC celebrates Community Night presented by California Bank & Trust this Saturday, get to know some of the people who are making it happen and making an impact in their hometown. Bianca Lopez and Yawara MacNeill are a part of SDFC's Community Coaching program which is a group of local soccer coaches who provide a fun and safe space to play to continue growing the game in San Diego through SDFC. 

Every ticket purchased to this Saturday's match vs Minnesota United helps support programs that expand access to soccer, strengthen neighborhoods, and uplift communities across S...

San Diego FC Assistant Coach Frank Hjortebjerg provides an update through the first 5 matches of the MLS regular season and joins Kaila, Marvell, and Sal to break down this weekend's matchup at San Jose. Also, hear from Mikey Varas and Lewis Morgan as they speak to the media ahead of the matchup in San Jose.

Forward Marcus Ingvartsen watches the UEFA World Cup Qualifiers with Marvell, Sal, and Kaila while chatting about returning from injury, the on-field connection with Anders Dreyer, and the team's ping pong hierarchy. 

San Diego FC Assistant coach Kelvin Jones joins Marvell, Kaila, and Sal to break down SDFC's results through the first international break of the season. 

San Diego FC midfielder Pedro Soma shares how his journey to the MLS started at just 19 months old, what it's like to be a part of the young core at San Diego FC as well as how he is continuing his academic studies off the pitch. 

Marvell, Sal, and Kaila catch up on recent results across MLS and CONCACAF Champions Cup and preview upcoming matches against Toluca at Estadio Nemesio Diez and Kids Night vs Real Salt Lake. Jeff Cook, the EVP and Head of Academy for Right to Dream San Diego, joins Sal and Kaila for our first Academy Update edition of the Official SDFC Podcast to share his soccer journey, provide an overview on the academy, and to share the growth plans for future classes. 

Assistant coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Kaila, Marvell, and Sal after another home victory to preview San Diego FC’s first MLS away match against Sporting Kansas City. Plus, hear prematch media availability from Mikey Varas, Marcus Ingvartsen, and Chris McVey.

Goalkeeper Pablo Sisniega shares the story behind his full-circle moment in CONCACAF Champions Cup, the impact his Olympic parents had on his career, and what it means to him to receive a contract extension with San Diego FC. 

San Diego natives and Super Bowl LX Champions from the Seattle Seahawks, Jason Myers and Rashid Shaheed, join Kaila and Marvell in front of a live audience at fan fest. Myers is a Super Bowl record-holding kicker and state champion soccer player from Mater Dei Catholic High School, while Shaheed is a two-time NFL Pro Bowler and two-time Track & Field section champion from Mt. Carmel High School. The teammates returned home to San Diego for SDFC's San Diego Sports Night to be the Honorary Keepers of the Flow. 

Marvell and Kaila host the first live audience edition of the podcast at fan fest ahead of SDFC's match vs St. Louis City SC with special guest, Joe Corona. The San Diego native recaps what he's taken away from his 16-year professional career with stops at Club Tijuana, the MLS, San Diego Loyal and more. Corona is a two-time CONCACAF Gold Cup Champion and has recorded 23 caps for the U.S. Men's National Team. 

Assistant coach Kelvin Jones joins Kaila, Marvell and Sal to break down San Diego FC's 5-0 win in the home opener vs CF Montréal and to preview this Sunday's match vs St. Louis City SC. Head Coach Mikey Varas, midfielder Onni Valakari, and goalkeeper Pablo Sisniega speak to the media on matchday minus 2. 

San Diego FC's first-ever signing Duran Ferree speaks on his shutout performance in his first MLS start, growing up playing in San Diego, and what it means to him to play for his hometown Club. Sal, Marvell, and Kaila react to the 5-0 win over CF Montréal in SDFC's MLS opener at Snapdragon Stadium. 

Assistant coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Kaila, Marvell, and Sal to chat recent CONCACAF Champions Cup results and to preview San Diego FC's first MLS match of the Club's second season. Additionally, hear matchday minus 2 media sound from Jeppe Tverskov, Anders Dreyer, Aníbal Godoy, and Mikey Varas as SDFC prepares to take on CF Montréal. 

Winger Anders Dreyer returns to the Official SDFC Podcast to launch season 2 ahead of San Diego FC's MLS Home Opener. Dreyer joins Kaila, Marvell, and Sal to relive milestones from his MLS Newcomer of the Year season, share his goals for year 2, and answer questions submitted by the fans. 

Sal and Kaila kick off Season 2 of the SDFC Podcast with everything you need to know about the CONCACAF Champions Cup. Assistant Coaches Frank Hjortebjerg and Kelvin Jones join the show together for the first time to provide updates from San Diego FC's second-ever preseason and to preview SDFC's matchup vs Pumas on February 3rd at Snapdragon Stadium. 

In the final episode of the 2025 season, Head Coach Mikey Varas and Sporting Director Tyler Heaps join Kaila, Marvell, and Sal to reflect on SDFC's inaugural season. They share heartfelt anecdotes, statistics, record-breaking performances, and future plans for the upcoming seasons. 

Former MLS midfielder and current MLS analyst for Apple TV Dax McCarty joins his former teammates to share his thoughts on San Diego FC's inaugural season and provides his playoff predictions with Sal, Marvell, and Kaila. Sporting Director Tyler Heaps reflects on the Club's journey to the number one seed in the Western Conference while diving into the strategy and data behind SDFC's record-breaking season. 

Head coach Mikey Varas joins Marvell, Sal, and Kaila ahead of Decision Day to share insight into his coaching philosophy and what being a part of San Diego FC's inaugural season has meant to him. Founding Partner and Padres All-Star third baseman Manny Machado tells behind-the-scenes stories about being a part of the launch of SDFC. 

DJ Dynamiq, San Diego FC's official in-match DJ, talks about opening for Bad Bunny and what it means to be a part of building the matchday experience in SDFC's inaugural season. Marvell, Sal, and Kaila recap the club's historic 4-2 win over the Houston Dynamo and provide an update to the playoff picture and the importance of Decision Day. 

Goalkeeper Pablo Sisniega shares the story of how he first became a goalkeeper and why this is the most fun he's had playing the position. Assistant coach Jason Grubb discusses the unique role goalkeeping has in the Right to Dream style of play and shares his insight on how the position will continue to evolve. Marvell, Kaila and Sal break down potential seeding and first round matchups for the Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs. 

Midfielder Alejandro Alvarado Jr. shares an update on his recovery journey and how making his MLS debut in San Diego FC's first-ever match was a full circle moment for him. Assistant coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Sal, Marvell and Kaila to preview San Jose and recap recent results vs Minnesota, Atlanta and Xolos in the Inaugural Baja Cup. 

CBS Sports Golazo host and reporter Claudia Pagán joins Sal, Marvell and Kaila to provide her view of San Diego FC's inaugural season. Hirving Lozano joins Claudia to share memories of growing up with C.F. Pachuca and what it means to him to be a part of San Diego FC. Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones recaps the 2-1 victory over LAFC and previews this Saturday's Hispanic Heritage Night matchup vs Minnesota United. 

Defender Ian Pilcher shares his journey of getting drafted by San Diego FC, growing up in a family of athletes, and he reveals the team's best table tennis player. Assistant coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Sal, Marvell and Kaila to recap Portland and preview LAFC. 

Marcus Ingvartsen details his recovery and electric return to the pitch in a 2-1 win over San Jose. He also shares his journey from FC Nordsjælland to San Diego and his current business ventures. Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones joins Sal, Marvell, and Kaila to preview Portland and recap San Diego FC's sixth-straight road victory, extending its own MLS expansion franchise record.

Alex Mighten talks fashion, compares the MLS to the EPL, and answers some fan (and teammate-submitted) questions. Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones joins Sal, Marvell, and Kaila to preview San Jose and recap resent results versus Nashville, Leagues Cup, and Sporting Kansas City. 

Manu Duah and Willy join the pod together to talk about debuts, Right to Dream, and crashing press conferences. Assistant Coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Sal and Kaila to recap Chicago, Toronto, and Vancouver, and to look ahead to Nashville and Leagues Cup. 

San Diego FC's Head of Human Performance, Luke Jenkinson, joins the podcast to share stories of planning the first preseason for an expansion franchise and building the support staff for the first team and the Right To Dream Academy. Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones joins Sal and Kaila to recap Houston and preview Chicago. 

Midfielder Onni Valakari reflects on his childhood memories of the MLS, scoring the first home goal for San Diego FC, and his favorite Finnish foods. Assistant Coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Kaila, Sal, and Marvell to recap the recent matches vs Vancouver and Dallas and preview Houston.  

Marvell Wynne and Sal Zizzo recap the match vs Minnesota United as well as the first half of the MLS season for San Diego FC. They also share their own pathway to the pros and stories from the pitch. 

Forward Tomás Ángel reflects on the impact his father’s international playing days had on his career, the advice he received from Thierry Henry, and what went into his world-class goal vs Club América. Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones joins Sal, Marvell and Kaila to recap SDFC’s 3-0 friendly win over Club América and to preview the Minnesota United match. 

San Diego FC Forward Milan Iloski, an Escondido native, speaks on playing for his hometown club and shares how playing with his brothers -- and teammate Marcus Ingvartsen helped shape his career. Assistant Coach Frank Hjortebjerg recaps the last three matches of May with Sal, Marvell, and Kaila and previews SDFC's friendly match vs Club América. 

Defender Luca Bombino speaks on his transition to San Diego FC from LA, making his MLS debut, and what it means to him to play for San Diego. Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones recaps the last three matches with Marvell and Kaila and previews the rematch vs LA Galaxy. 

CJ Dos Santos shares the story of how he first became a goalkeeper and gives the inspiration behind his matchday outfits . Assistant Coach Frank Hjortebjerg recaps the 5-0 win over FC Dallas and joins Sal, Marvell and Kaila for our Match Preview, presented by Alaska Airlines.