Boot Room 801

Boot Room 801
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Boot Room 801 is where Real Salt Lake fans come to debrief the match, talk tactics in plain English, and look ahead to what’s next. Hosted by Giles and Kayla Sims, it’s a weekly boot room conversation that mixes analysis, honest reactions, and listener questions from the 801 and beyond.

Episodes

  1. 4D AGO

    Episode 4- Another Juan!

    RSL’s California camp is officially underway, and we’ve got plenty to chew on. We start with the 1–1 preseason draw vs Orange County SC, including Zavier Gozo’s finish, the moments that stood out, and the one defensive breakdown that gifted the equalizer. We also hit the biggest “keep an eye on it” note from the match: Pablo Ruiz coming off with a calf knock. Then we shift from the pitch to the drip as RSL unveils the 2026–27 primary “Switchback Kit”, and we run the numbers from our fan poll to see where RSL Nation landed. To close it out, we break down the two roster additions: Colombian U22 centerback Juan Jose Arias arriving on loan with an option to buy, and Uruguayan left-sided weapon JuanMa Sanabria joining on a long-term deal from Atlético San Luis. What do these moves mean for the spine of the team and the left side balance heading into the season?

    51 min

  2. FEB 6

    Episode 3- Setbacks and Signings

    RSL’s Portugal trip hit a bump in Faro (Jan 30, 2026) with a 2-0 loss to FC Dallas: strong first-half control, then a brutal start to the second half and a late giveaway capped by former RSL man Anderson Julio. We also cover the extra 45-minute fitness period that finished 1-1, featuring a Tyler Wolff goal assisted by Luca Moisa. Then the big one: RSL signs Morgan Guilavogui from RC Lens as a Designated Player forward. We talk expectations, how he fits with Diego Luna and the attack, and what it means for minutes and formation choices. Plus: roster chess with an international slot acquired from Austin, the Van Parker homegrown signing, quick rumor recaps, your poll results, and listener questions from RSL Nation.

    48 min

  3. JAN 30

    Episode 2- Rumorpalooza!

    Episode 2 is packed with preseason storylines as we recap Real Salt Lake’s Atlantic Cup match vs Brøndby, run through key injuries to watch, and preview what’s next on the schedule with the FC Dallas match (no stream) plus upcoming dates against Orange County SC and LA Galaxy before the MLS opener at Vancouver and the home opener vs Seattle. We also dig into a Deseret News report on America First Field upgrades ahead of Inter Miami’s first-ever visit to Utah, including the plan to add 2,000 north concourse seats and broader renovation phases, plus what that could mean for the North End atmosphere and matchday energy. On the roster front, we hit player updates and notable departures, including Rwan Cruz’s loan termination and Diogo Gonçalves being bought out, then dive into the latest transfer rumors and front office comments on timing, international spots, and what could become the most active transfer window in RSL history. We close with listener questions and poll results from X and Instagram, reacting to how fans are feeling about preseason performances and the club’s transfer business so far.

    45 min

  4. JAN 23

    Episode 1- Where did our DPs go?

    Boot Room 801 is officially open. In Episode 1, we introduce the show, break down what RSL’s offseason and preseason are signaling, and recap the latest preseason match with our biggest tactical and roster takeaways. We also dig into the Miller Group supporter survey and share how fans can give feedback that actually moves matchday culture forward.

    54 min
  • 4 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

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Boot Room 801 is where Real Salt Lake fans come to debrief the match, talk tactics in plain English, and look ahead to what’s next. Hosted by Giles and Kayla Sims, it’s a weekly boot room conversation that mixes analysis, honest reactions, and listener questions from the 801 and beyond.

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    Boot Room 801
  • Years Active
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  • Episodes
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  • Rating
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