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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros discuss the recent midweek MLS Cup Playoff matches, including Cincinnati’s victory over NYCFC and New York Red Bulls’ win against the Columbus Crew. They also analyze the Seattle Sounders and Minnesota United’s success in penalty shootouts, questioning whether the best-of-three format is the most effective for the MLS first-round playoff matches.
Special guest Bryan Ford, an award-winning baker, author of Pan y Dulce, TV host of Baked in Tradition, and judge on BRBC, joins Christian and Alexis. Bryan shares his passion for Latin-American baking, recounts his soccer experiences, and reveals how he obtained his coaching license. Additionally, Bryan and Alexis express their shared admiration for Arsenal.
The hosts celebrate Naomi Girma’s first two international goals for the USWNT and speculate on Vini Jr. and Real Madrid’s absence from the Ballon D’or ceremony. Following Erik ten Hag’s dismissal, Manchester United appoints Ruben Amorim as their new manager.
(5:55) Recap of midweek MLS playoffs
(14:02) Interview with Bryan Ford
(53:37) Analysis of USWNT vs. Argentina
(57:38) Discussion on Vini Jr.’s Ballon D’or situation
(1:02:58) Manchester United’s hiring of Ruben Amorim
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