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Talkin’ soccer and life with the people who matter in Major League Soccer. Hosted by  Gregory Roche.

  1. Ally Mackay is OUT at D.C. United

    09/17/2025

    Ally Mackay is OUT at D.C. United

    Another day, another change in leadership at D.C. United. Ally Mackay is out as Chief Soccer Officer of DCU and with rumors swirling of a new CSO already in place, it's a good time to reset (again) where the club stands as another disappointing season draws to a close. Pablo Maurer joins the pod to discuss where it all went wrong between the club and Mackay, what we know about the rumored replacement for him, and how the first month of Weiler ball has looked. Then, Roche laments the lack of an MLSNext Pro team and what it means for the club and the DMV.  Here is the full Fox5 interview with Kaplan and Levien.  Here is the conversation they had with The District Press.  Follow Pablo on Bluesky.  Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

    1h 4m

  2. 07/18/2025

    D.C. United's Summer Cap Situation

    With the summer transfer window in MLS opening, what options does D.C. United have with regards to their roster flexibility?  Marc Machado knows MLS numbers as well as anyone and he joins Roche to discuss the pivots DCU has made in the last six months, where all the preseason GAM went, how much is left, and how their current resources can be deployed. Then, Marc and Gregory go over the latest MLSPA salary info.  Marc's Substack is essential reading. MLSPA's latest salary information. MLS's updated club player models. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

    53 min

  3. 05/15/2025

    Pablo Maurer Let's It Fly!

    The Athletic's Pablo Maurer joins Roche to discuss the D.C. United ownership group, whether they are malicious or inept (and which is "better"), how the rest of the club has to manage with this type of owner, and the Audi Field experience. Then, the guys chop it up over career transitioning, covering soccer in the USA and the challenges that come with it.  Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

    51 min

  4. 05/09/2025

    Is D.C. United's Academy Still Free?

    There's been a lot of conversation around a recent report stating that D.C. United's Academy is no longer free.  MLSsoccer.com's Charles Boehm joins Roche to help clarify the situation as well as discuss DCU's transfer plans for the summer, the club's roster profile, and, why  Gavin Turner hasn't debuted with the first team yet. Read Charlie's excellent piece on the Philadelphia Union Academy here. Follow Charlie on Bluesky...and skeet him there.  Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

    50 min

  5. 04/17/2025

    The Washington Post's Steven Goff On D.C. United: It's a Weird Time

    With D.C. United's season slowly going off the rails, this is a good time to see how their off the field year is going. Washington Post journo, Steven Goff, joins the show to discuss the "weird time" the club is going through, the likelihood of on field reinforcements before the end of the season (and when to expect them), and if the owners are aware of the restlessness of the fanbase.  Then, Roche and Steven reminisce about the early days of D.C. United and the joy Steven still gets from telling the human stories at the club. Follow Steven on Bluesky and read his work on The Washington Post.  Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

    51 min

  6. 03/26/2025

    Troy Lesesne on Tactics, Culture, and Expectations

    After a solid (but not spectacular) start, D.C. United stumbled badly in their first big test of the season.  What went wrong?  Can it be corrected?  Does this team have the talent to make the playoffs? To get some answers, DCU head coach Troy Lesesne joins Roche to discuss the state of the team, why "win now" has to be the mantra, why the club switched player models during the preseason, and how bought in ownership is.  Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

    37 min
  7. David Schnegg: I've Always Wanted To Play In MLS, But It's Not That Easy

    03/13/2025

    David Schnegg: I've Always Wanted To Play In MLS, But It's Not That Easy

    Eight years ago, David Schnegg was 19, a full time construction worker, and a part time soccer player in a semi-pro league.  Today, he is the starting left back for D.C. United and someone who is being counted on to return the club to glory.  He joins Roche to discuss his unusual path to professional soccer, how he fits into Troy Lesesne's system, why he's always wanted to play in the United States, what Liechtenstein is like, and how he still doesn't understand what a credit score is.  Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

    28 min

  8. 02/25/2025

    D.C. United-TFC Recap. Plus, Jason Anderson on Troy's Tactics

    Roche kicks off the show with a player by player recap of D.C. United's season opening draw against Toronto FC at Buzzard Point. He was in the house for the match and gives his thoughts on the new fan experiences at Audi Field.  Then, Pro Soccer Wire's Jason Anderson joins the show to break down the new wrinkles in DCU's tactics. What worked, what didn't, what needs more time, and what's Troy Lesesne's intent behind his tactical decisions.  Here's a link to Marc Machado's fantastic breakdown of DC's tactics. Follow Jason on Bluesky. Follow Pitch Pass on X and Bluesky

    55 min
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Talkin’ soccer and life with the people who matter in Major League Soccer. Hosted by  Gregory Roche.

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  • Creator
    Wonk Eye Media
  • Years Active
    2010 - 2025
  • Episodes
    182
  • Rating
    Explicit
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