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Michael Citro

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The official home for audio programming from The Mane Land, a community for fans of Orlando City SC, the Orlando Pride, Orlando City B, and all things soccer related in the City Beautiful.

5d ago

OCB-Philly, USMNT Beats Australia, and More

We went from a short show last week to a marathon this week, as we had a lot of ground to cover and a special guest! We're joined this week by The Mane Land senior columnist Ben Miller, giving us three in the booth for the first time in a while. We opened the show with a brief discussion of the report out of Europe that Orlando is in play for AC Milan and Mexican international forward Santiago Gimenez. None of us think it's happening — at least not at the price as reported. It's nice to be linked with all of the rumors again with Antoine Griezmann obviously having an effect. After our transfer rumor discussion, we discuss OCB's home loss to Philadelphia Union II, which was unexpected the way the Young Lions have been playing. In truth, OCB should have gotten something from the game, but they were wasteful in front of goal, so creating far more chances meant nothing with all of the shots hitting the Philly goalkeeper in the chest. Ben was then given his time to shine, as he has just returned from Seattle, where he watched the U.S. Men's National Team's win over Australia, including former Lion Alex Freeman's first World Cup goal. It was great to get the vibe of such a momentous piece of USMNT history from someone who was there to experience it. Big thanks to Ben for spending some time with us and discussing not only the match itself, but also Freeman's continued development and how Mauricio Pochettino might approach the final group stage match against Turkey on Thursday night. Our mailbagbox was chock full, so we tried to go quickly, but you can only do so much. Our listeners wanted to know about the World Cup, Orlando City's biggest need, and much more. Remember, if there’s anything — and we do mean anything — you want us to address on the show, just ask us by tweeting it to us at @TheManeLand with the hashtag #AskTMLPC, or hitting us up on Bluesky Social with that same hashtag. Finally, we looked ahead to OCB's showdown Sunday at home against Eastern Conference leader Columbus Crew 2. It's a chance for the Young Lions to get redemption for Sunday's loss to Philadelphia and get back on track. Be sure to rate and review our show wherever you get your podcasts. Remember, we'll read any five-star reviews we get on Apple Podcasts on the next show. If you’d like to support our independent writing and podcasting efforts, we’d love to have you as a subscriber or donor over at our Buy Me a Coffee site. Here’s how No. 539 went down: 0:15 – A forward is linked with OCSC and OCB's streak-snapping loss. 21:02 – A firsthand account of the USMNT's huge win over Australia. 1:09:48 – Our mailbagbox and a brief preview of OCB-Crew 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1h 43m
Jun 16

OCB-Huntsville Rewind, World Cup, USMNT, and More

Orlando City B is the lone team still playing through the World Cup and by golly we're going to reward them for that by talking about the Young Lions. This week, they took to the road to face Huntsville City in Alabama and brought all three points back with them after a 2-1 comeback win. For the second straight game, the Young Lions started the game a bit lethargically and fell behind. But OCB is nothing if not resilient. The team kicked it into gear in the second half and grabbed a hard-fought three points on the road. We discuss the match, including how Matthew Belgodere suddenly can't stop scoring and Parker Amoo-Mensah has earned his shiny new MLS NEXT Pro contract. After our OCB-Carolina Core rewind, we discussed the USMNT's 4-1 beatdown of Paraguay in the team's World Cup opener. Former Lion Alex Freeman was one of several players who shone brightly in the opener, which hopefully will provide some momentum going up against Australia this week. We discussed the unexpected joy of watching the U.S. playe like one of the world's soccer super powers, even if it was only one game. We also look ahead to Sunday's OCB match at home against Philadelphia Union II. Sunday's visitors don't score a lot, but they also don't concede many goals. If OCB can keep things rolling, it would be a big step toward getting a decent postseason seed, although there is a lot of soccer yet to be played. I was supposed to do the mailbagbox next but it's out of order. It's fine. You'll figure it out. Our mailbagbox is timely, asking about which Lion will ultimately finish their career with the most caps for their national team. Our vote was split. Remember, if there’s anything — and we do mean anything — you want us to address on the show, just ask us by tweeting it to us at @TheManeLand with the hashtag #AskTMLPC, or hitting us up on Bluesky Social with that same hashtag. Be sure to rate and review our show wherever you get your podcasts. Remember, we'll read any five-star reviews we get on Apple Podcasts on the next show. If you’d like to support our independent writing and podcasting efforts, we’d love to have you as a subscriber or donor over at our Buy Me a Coffee site. Here’s how No. 538 went down: 0:15 – OCB won on the road despite a poor start, and the U.S. started and ended strong against South American competition. 24:02 – OCB is back at home Sunday, looking to add more points to its 2026 total. 29:04 – Our mailbagbox asks us to predict the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

41 min
Jun 9

OCB-Carolina Core, USMNT-Germany, and More

Orlando City is still off for the World Cup break, but OCB is not. We open this week's show with a little-longer-than-usual look at the Young Lions' 3-2 comeback win over Carolina Core FC on Sunday. It wasn't easy, and it certainly wasn't OCB's best performance of the year, but the job ultimately got done. We discuss the lethargic start, the red card/penalty that changed everything, and a second half that wasn't looking like it would be good enough until it ultimately was. After our OCB-Carolina Core rewind, we discussed the USMNT's 2-1 loss to Germany. The Yanks hung around, but this is a team that is supposed to be about more than hanging around. At some point, you must beat a good European team just to be taken seriously, never mind winning a World Cup. But hey, that was quite a goal by Antonee Robinson, wasn't it? Our mailbagbox is super full this week, asking us to wager (nothing) on a parlay, select Orlando City preferences, and pick the hardest shooter, among other things. Remember, if there’s anything — and we do mean anything — you want us to address on the show, just ask us by tweeting it to us at @TheManeLand with the hashtag #AskTMLPC, or hitting us up on Bluesky Social with that same hashtag. After the mailbagbox, we look ahead to Saturday's OCB match on the road at Huntsville City. The Nashville affiliate poses some challenges, and the teams look to be evenly matched. Can the Young Lions stop bleeding goals while continuing to score them? We'll see. Be sure to rate and review our show wherever you get your podcasts. Remember, we'll read any five-star reviews we get on Apple Podcasts on the next show. If you’d like to support our independent writing and podcasting efforts, we’d love to have you as a subscriber or donor over at our Buy Me a Coffee site. Here’s how No. 537 went down: 0:15 – OCB got three points that might not have been earned against a full-strength squad, and the USMNT continues to have a defense prone to breakage as World Cup matches loom. 25:34 – Our mailbagbox is all over the map...including the greater Seattle area. 49:26 – OCB won but should still try to bounce back from a bit of a lethargic performance for most of its win on Sunday when it travels to Huntsville. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1h 2m
Jun 2

USMNT-Senegal, OCB-Chattanooga, and More

With Orlando City off until mid-July, we start this week's show with a brief discussion of the United States Men's National Team's friendly win over Senegal on Sunday. Former Lion Alex Freeman continues to impress at the international level, and the U.S. was able to hang with a good African side despite blowing a lead and changing most of the squad at halftime. It may not mean much for the World Cup, but it's good to see the USMNT playing tough against good sides from around the world. Germany is up next. We then turned our attention toward OCB's win over Chattanooga at home on Sunday. The Young Lions threw away their early lead before halftime, but then they sprung to life in the second half and dominated the second half, scoring four unanswered goals to win 5-2. We break down OCB's win, which sprung the team toward the top of the Eastern Conference table. Our mailbagbox asked us which OCB players might play well enough to earn first-team minutes after the World Cup break. Remember, if there’s anything — and we do mean anything — you want us to address on the show, just ask us by tweeting it to us at @TheManeLand with the hashtag #AskTMLPC, or hitting us up on Bluesky Social with that same hashtag. After the mailbagbox, we prepare for OCB's upcoming match with Carolina Core FC. The Young Lions have a chance to keep things rolling against one of the teams low in the Eastern Conference. We discuss where the teams are relative to one another in the table and which players OCB will need to keep tabs on. Be sure to rate and review our show wherever you get your podcasts. Remember, we'll read any five-star reviews we get on Apple Podcasts on the next show. If you’d like to support our independent writing and podcasting efforts, we’d love to have you as a subscriber or donor over at our Buy Me a Coffee site. Here’s how No. 536 went down: 0:15 – The USMNT picked up an impressive win over Senegal and OCB continues to score goals, hanging five on Chattanooga on Sunday. 17:50 – Our mailbagbox takes an interest in the Young Lions. 26:11 – OCB welcomes Carolina Core to Kissimmee on Sunday. Can the Young Lions keep rolling along? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

41 min
May 26

Cincinnati Rewind, OCB-Inter Miami II, and More

Orlando City should just stay home for road games. The Lions' latest massacre took place Saturday in Cincinnati. They started the match well, pressing aggressively and taking an early lead, but then the tired legs and lack of rotation began to show and it got worse throughout the match with the brief exception of Martin Ojeda tying the game early in the second half. From that point on, it was just the latest in a series of lopsided road beatings that keep Orlando City firmly on course for the worst defensive record in MLS history. We look back at the match, check our score predictions, make our selections for Man of the Match, and discuss the lack of rotation at the end of a heavy week of fixtures. Following our FC Cincinnati rewind, we discussed Marco Pasalic's comments on Instagram that seem to indicate his departure is imminent. The Lions could do the funniest thing ever and highjack Miami's Casemiro deal, but we're not expecting that, even if it might be what Orlando needs to help shield the leakiest defensive unit in the league. Our mailbagbox asked us about the number of players who have played a minute for the club in 2026 but may not do so again the rest of the season. Hey, it's a complex question. Remember, if there’s anything — and we do mean anything — you want us to address on the show, just ask us by tweeting it to us at @TheManeLand with the hashtag #AskTMLPC, or hitting us up on Bluesky Social with that same hashtag. After the mailbagbox, we discussed Orlando City B's 4-1 win over Inter Miami CF II on Sunday night and we look ahead to OCB's upcoming match Sunday against Chattanooga. Be sure to rate and review our show wherever you get your podcasts. Remember, we'll read any five-star reviews we get on Apple Podcasts on the next show. If you’d like to support our independent writing and podcasting efforts, we’d love to have you as a subscriber or donor over at our Buy Me a Coffee site. Here’s how No. 535 went down: 0:15 – The Lions once again were taken out behind the woodshed in a road match. Plus, Marco Pasalic says "thank you" but does he mean goodbye? 24:56 – Our mailbagbox wants to know which players won't play more minutes in 2026. 31:18 – OCB blows out Inter Miami II and will try to climb higher in the table at home this weekend against Chattanooga. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

47 min
May 22

Atlanta USOC Rewind, Cincinnati Preview, and More

Orlando City bounced back from conceding late in a 1-1 draw against Atlanta United at home to crush Atlanta United 4-1 at home. The rematch between the Eastern Conference rivals turned into a rout as the Lions built a 4-0 halftime lead and saw the match out in the second half to advance to the U.S. Open Cup semifinals. It was a big night for the likes of Tiago, Griffin Dorsey, Braian Ojeda, and others. We break down the match, discuss the many goals and breakaway opportunities, and make our selections for Man of the Match. After our game rewind, we touched on Marco Pasalic being named to Croatia's World Cup squad. Congrats to Orlando City's right winger! Our mailbagbox asked us about spying. Remember, if there’s anything — and we do mean anything — you want us to address on the show, just ask us by tweeting it to us at @TheManeLand with the hashtag #AskTMLPC, or hitting us up on Bluesky Social with that same hashtag. After the mailbagbox, we discussed Orlando City B's upcoming match against Inter Miami II on Sunday. The Young Lions are much higher in the table but in a rivalry match, anything can happen — especially in an OCB rivalry match. Finally, we looked ahead to Orlando City's final match before the World Cup break. The Lions head north to face FC Cincinnati on Saturday. There will be a lot of heavy legs and possibly a bit of a letdown emotionally after a charged win over rival Atlanta in a knockout game. We discuss the series history, provide our key matchups, and make our final score predictions. Be sure to rate and review our show wherever you get your podcasts. Remember, we'll read any five-star reviews we get on Apple Podcasts on the next show. If you’d like to support our independent writing and podcasting efforts, we’d love to have you as a subscriber or donor over at our Buy Me a Coffee site. Here’s how No. 534 went down: 0:15 – The Lions destroyed Atlanta United in the U.S. Open Cup quarterfinals. It was fun! 25:02 – Our mailbagbox is small and surveillance-related. 32:06 – OCB hosts rival Miami while the senior Lions head for Cincy in a weekend filled with Orlando soccer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

53 min
May 19

Philly & Atlanta Rewinds, Atlanta USOC Preview, OCB, and More

Orlando City played two teams lower in the standings over the past week and came away with four of six possible points, but somehow those points seemed tarnished a bit. The Lions blew a two-goal, second-half lead against the Union but managed a goal at the death to claim all three points against the Eastern Conference's worst team. Although Martin Ojeda could have put the match away before halftime on a more clinical night and the low-scoring Union managed three goals in 45 minutes after just 10 goals entering the match, a win is a win. Atlanta United came to town Saturday for the first of two meetings in three days and while Orlando was better defensively, the Lions didn't generate much and looked tired and worn down against the fresher Five Stripes. Another late goal conceded by Orlando allowed the visitors to steal two points from City and take one for themselves. We look back at both matches, check our score predictions, and name our selections for Man of the Match. Our mailbagbox asked us about the next breakout player from OCB to the first team and Orlando City's needs after Antoine Griezmann arrives. Remember, if there’s anything — and we do mean anything — you want us to address on the show, just ask us by tweeting it to us at @TheManeLand with the hashtag #AskTMLPC, or hitting us up on Bluesky Social with that same hashtag. After the mailbagbox, we discussed Orlando City B's 1-0 loss at the death at New England Revolution II. The Young Lions were just moments away from at least one point and possibly two, but a collision between two defenders handed the Revs their chance to win. They took it. Finally, we looked forward to tonight's rematch between the Lions and Five Stripes. The U.S. Open Cup quarterfinals matchup gives Orlando a chance to avenge the late goal on Saturday and advance to the semifinals. Be sure to rate and review our show wherever you get your podcasts. Remember, we'll read any five-star reviews we get on Apple Podcasts on the next show. If you’d like to support our independent writing and podcasting efforts, we’d love to have you as a subscriber or donor over at our Buy Me a Coffee site. Here’s how No. 533 went down: 0:15 – The Lions weren't convincing doing it but they managed to add four points to their season total against Philadelphia and Atlanta. 25:11 – Our mailbagbox is forward thinking in terms of the roster. 33:35 – OCB can't keep it rolling at New England and we get ready for the second round of Orlando City-Atlanta United. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

50 min
May 12

Montreal Rewind, Philly and Atlanta Previews, OCB, and More

Orlando City seemed to be turning a corner. It turned out that there was a moving truck just around that corner and it flattened the Lions in stoppage time Saturday in Montreal. Just moments away from a road point and a rare clean sheet, despite being outplayed for much of the 90 minutes, Orlando City imploded and conceded twice for yet another multi-goal road loss in a 2026 already filled with them. We break down the latest OCSC loss, look back at our score predictions, and begrudgingly make our selections for Man of the Match. The good vibes from the Miami comeback win did not last long at all. Our mailbagbox asked us about Ted Lasso haircuts and Justin Ellis. Remember, if there’s anything — and we do mean anything — you want us to address on the show, just ask us by tweeting it to us at @TheManeLand with the hashtag #AskTMLPC, or hitting us up on Bluesky Social with that same hashtag. After the mailbagbox, we discussed Orlando City B's 2-0 win at Atlanta United 2 and looked ahead to the Young Lions' upcoming match with New England Revolution 2. That previous sentence included a lot of instances of the numeral 2. Finally, we looked ahead to two Orlando City matches coming up this week. First up is the Philadelphia Union on Wednesday, followed by Atlanta United on Saturday. Both Eastern Conference rivals are coming to Orlando, so the Lions will be on home soil, and hopefully that means we won't see them in their Sunken Playoff Hopes Treasure kits. We look at the series history against both clubs, check out their relative places in the standings (they are the two closest teams to Orlando City in the Eastern Conference), provide our key matchups, and make our final score predictions for both matches. Be sure to rate and review our show wherever you get your podcasts. Remember, we'll read any five-star reviews we get on Apple Podcasts on the next show. If you’d like to support our independent writing and podcasting efforts, we’d love to have you as a subscriber or donor over at our Buy Me a Coffee site. Here’s how No. 532 went down: 0:15 – The Lions picked the wrong time to stop scoring goals against a very meh Montreal team. 18:26 – Our mailbagbox wants to work a little Isaac McAdoo haircut magic. 24:36 – OCB managed a shutout win and we look ahead to two matches that under normal circumstances we would say were "winnable." These are not normal circumstances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Great podcast for OC and OP

Mar 8

DSAyra

Thanks gents for making a great podcast and insight into these teams. Orlando City has been disappointing to say the least this year so far. Thanks for covering the match. I agree 100%.
The BEST OC podcast!

Feb 19

AlexSmithOCSC

I have been listening to the Mane Land Podcast regularly now for over 5 years! The highlight of my week (besides watching City of course) is listening to Michael and Dave recap the games and keep me up to date on everything going on with OC. They always have great insight on all things going on with the club and the mailbag box segment is always a great time! Here’s to another season of Mane Land and Orlando City soccer! Go City!
For the love of the game

03/05/2025

FlyFightWin21

This podcast is THE Orlando City podcast to follow if you are a fan, follower or supporter. The venerable Michael Citro and the invaluable Dave Rohe make a terrific team as they cover all things Orlando City. It’s a fantastic hybrid of informative, cogent analysis and funny banter making for a reliably entertaining listen. You can really tell it’s a labor of love and the fact that these two gentlemen do this podcast on a weekly basis for nothing but the love of the game makes it even cooler.
It’s the mane Orlando City podcast

02/27/2025

AC Rebel

Orlando City podcasts come and go, but you can always count on Michael and Dave on the Maneland Podcast . Keep up the great work.

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