The Official SDFC Podcast

Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones breaks down resent results and provides insight on the importance of the final game of the season versus Sporting Kansas City and the mindset of the group for the upcoming offseason and Sprint Season. Longtime San Diego radio broadcaster and SDFC radio analyst Darren Smith joins Sal and Kaila to recap recent matches and chat about the 2027 MLS Sprint Season Schedule. 

Assistant coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Kaila and Sal to recap San Diego FC's draw versus La Galaxy and resent results. He provides a look into this weekend's matchup versus the Seattle Sounders and the final 4 matches in the MLS regular season. 

SDFC returns to Snapdragon Stadium to host Seattle Sounders FC in MLS Matchday 32 on Saturday, October 24, at 7:30 p.m. PT for Fan Appreciation Night presented by Qualcomm. 

Defenders Manu Duah and Ian Pilcher share stories and advice from their journey from college to the pros. The two 2025 MLS SuperDraft picks also reflect on what they've learned in their second season, and they make a surprise call to a fellow teammate. 

Assistant coach Kelvin Jones joins Kaila and Marvell to break down San Diego FC's draw versus Austin and the International break. He previews this weekend's match at Red Bull New York and the playoff push for the final 7 matches in the MLS regular season. 

Exploring the Icelandic culture with Dagur Dan Þórhallsson. The defender shares how his father's professional football career influenced his own journey, what position he would never want to play after playing 9 of them, and his hidden talents. 

Sal, Marvell, and Kaila recap San Diego FC's 3-3 result at Austin and break down the remaining 7-game stretch of the MLS regular season. Sal and Marvell reflect on their international break experiences as former US Men's National Team pros and share their insight into what a playoff push looks like from a former player's perspective.

Assistant coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Kaila and Sal to recap September's matches and San Diego FC's first meeting with Inter Miami. He previews this weekend's match at Austin FC as well as give a look into the mindset for the final 8 matches in the regular season. 

Defenders Kieran Sargeant and Oscar Verhoeven join Kaila and Sal to share the back story of the infamous lucky jorts, what they do on off days, and how growing up playing youth soccer across Australia, Malaysia and the US impacted Sargeant's game. 

Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones joins Marvell and Kaila to recap the LA Galaxy victory and preview the upcoming matchup versus Orlando City SC. 

San Diego FC forward Amahl Pellegrino joins Marvell and Kaila to share his football journey, the time he score 27 goals in one game, and his recent return from injury. 

Assistant Coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Sal and Kaila to recap San Diego FC's 7-match stretch in August. He also shares what to expect in the upcoming matchup versus LA Galaxy. San Diego FC will face off with LA Galaxy for the first time this season at 7:30PM this Saturday, August 29, at Snapdragon Stadium. Tickets for the match are available at SanDiegoFC.com/Tickets.

Kaila and Sal recap San Diego FC's 7 matches in August. Defender Luca Bombino joins the show for the first time in 2026 to share how he's settling into life in San Diego, what he felt playing against the club he grew up in, and his journey to learning Italian. 

Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones joins Kaila and Joe Corona to recap recent matches versus Colorado and Dallas and preview Minnesota United. Joe joins the show for the first time as a co-host after retiring from a 16-year career spanning across Liga MX, MLS, and the USMNT. The group also looks ahead to San Diego FC's second-ever Leagues Cup. 

Head coach Mikey Varas and midfielder Alejandro Alvarado speak to the media on matchday minus 2. 

San Diego native Joe Corona joins the podcast after retiring from a 16-year professional career across Liga MX, MLS, San Diego Loyal and 23 caps for the U.S. Men's National Team. Joe and Kaila break down the upcoming format for Leagues Cup, and Joe sits down with San Diego FC midfielder Aníbal Godoy in an all-Spanish interview. They chat about Godoy's World Cups with Panama and what his role with San Diego FC means to him.

Joe Corona, nacido en San Diego, se une al podcast tras retirarse de una carrera profesional de 16 años que in...

San Diego FC is back in action in MLS this week with a midweek matchup in Colorado and then back at home in Snapdragon Stadium on Saturday, July 25 vs FC Dallas. Assistant coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Marvell and Kaila to recap what the team has worked on in the World Cup break and preview both opponents. Also hear from head coach Mikey Varas, captain Jeppe Tverskov and midfielder Pedro Soma in this week's media availability. 

Fans can welcome SDFC back to Snapdragon Stadium on Saturday, July 25, when the Club hosts FC Dallas. Tickets are a...

San Diego FC goalkeeper CJ Dos Santos sits down with Marvell and Kaila following a historic World Cup run that captivated the nation. Dos Santos shares how he was named to Cape Verde’s Men’s National Team's Official 26-Man Roster for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ and gives an inside look into the locker room and the viral moments from the team that almost pulled off the biggest upset in World Cup history. He shares what he learned, how the experience motivated him, and answers questions from the fans. 

Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones joins Sal and Kaila to recap recent matches and preview the last match before the World Cup break this Saturday when San Diego FC takes on Vancouver in a Western Conference Final rematch. Stay tuned for Matchday minus two media availability featuring head coach Mikey Varas, midfielder Alejandro Alvarado, and forward Marcus Ingvartsen. 

Midfielder Alejandro Alvarado speaks on his recovery journey from his season-ending injury last June to the special moment he made his return in Houston this April. He shares how the process helped him grow both on and off the field and also updates Sal and Kaila on his growing Lego collection. 

Assistant Coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Sal and Kaila to recap the LAFC match and provide a look into the upcoming matchup versus Seattle Sounders. Stay tuned for the matchday minus 2 media sound from Mikey Varas, Amahl Pellegrino, and Aníbal Godoy. 

A special look at San Diego FC's newest Podcast, Inside the Dream: The Right to Dream San Diego Podcast. In this episode, hear from Right to Dream San Diego's Head of School Rachelle Minix and Head of Character and Inclusion Brett Garner as they dive into what it takes to build a school and a development curriculum for young student athletes to help them succeed both on and off the pitch. 

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.