The Season is So Close
01/24/22 • 95 min
Episode 96: Matt, Robert, Conor and Matt all back together to go over new signings, rumors, Anthem updates, MLS news and some great NWSL news. Music by Son of Cormack
Anthem Updates / Upcoming Events
- 2022 Memberships available now
- Election ballots have been sent out to all paid members and due this week
Austin FC Updates
- New Kit Wishes
- SuperDraft
- New Rumor - Ruben Gabrielsen from Toulouse FC
- Transactions
Major League Soccer
- Pepi to Augsburg, Dike to West Brom, Cole Bassett to Feyenoord, Justin Che to Hoffenheim, James Sands to Rangers, Nani to Venezia - More MLS stars moving to Europe
- Lorenzo Insigne to Toronto this summer
- Arriola Drama with MLS - $2mil GAM from FC Dallas to DC United. Arriola said to have turned away Club America by reporters, not so fast by his twitter post. Kellyn Acosta similar drama.
- Big rival deals: Sebastian Ferreira and Arriola
- Arsenal and New England in talks to transfer Matt Turner for between 7-10mil
NWSL Updates
Feature / Interview
- Mark interviews one of his longtime friends JQ about Jhojan Valencia
Wrap-up
- Austin Anthem is a Supporters Group for Austin FC. Catch-up with us on social media and become a member at AustinAnthem.org.
- This episode was hosted by Robert Avery, Matt Barbour, Mark Turner and Conor Heffernan
- Anthem merchandise is available on our online store. Free shipping on all fantastic grackle gear and your purchase goes to fund our non-profit’s operation.
- We close out today's episode with a local artist called Son of Cormack. This is an exceptionally talented musician that originally hails from Ireland. Although he is a dedicated Norwich City fan, he admits that Anthem's grackle is a cooler bird than Norwich City's canary. You can find out more at sonofcormack.com or on Instagram @sonofcormack. We hope you enjoy his debut single called "Accelerate to a Standstill"
If you’d like to send us music to use in the pod or send us tips on how to make the show better drop us an email at [email protected]. Remember to leave us a review and subscribe to the show
Episode 96: Matt, Robert, Conor and Matt all back together to go over new signings, rumors, Anthem updates, MLS news and some great NWSL news. Music by Son of Cormack
Anthem Updates / Upcoming Events
- 2022 Memberships available now
- Election ballots have been sent out to all paid members and due this week
Austin FC Updates
- New Kit Wishes
- SuperDraft
- New Rumor - Ruben Gabrielsen from Toulouse FC
- Transactions
Major League Soccer
- Pepi to Augsburg, Dike to West Brom, Cole Bassett to Feyenoord, Justin Che to Hoffenheim, James Sands to Rangers, Nani to Venezia - More MLS stars moving to Europe
- Lorenzo Insigne to Toronto this summer
- Arriola Drama with MLS - $2mil GAM from FC Dallas to DC United. Arriola said to have turned away Club America by reporters, not so fast by his twitter post. Kellyn Acosta similar drama.
- Big rival deals: Sebastian Ferreira and Arriola
- Arsenal and New England in talks to transfer Matt Turner for between 7-10mil
NWSL Updates
Feature / Interview
- Mark interviews one of his longtime friends JQ about Jhojan Valencia
Wrap-up
- Austin Anthem is a Supporters Group for Austin FC. Catch-up with us on social media and become a member at AustinAnthem.org.
- This episode was hosted by Robert Avery, Matt Barbour, Mark Turner and Conor Heffernan
- Anthem merchandise is available on our online store. Free shipping on all fantastic grackle gear and your purchase goes to fund our non-profit’s operation.
- We close out today's episode with a local artist called Son of Cormack. This is an exceptionally talented musician that originally hails from Ireland. Although he is a dedicated Norwich City fan, he admits that Anthem's grackle is a cooler bird than Norwich City's canary. You can find out more at sonofcormack.com or on Instagram @sonofcormack. We hope you enjoy his debut single called "Accelerate to a Standstill"
If you’d like to send us music to use in the pod or send us tips on how to make the show better drop us an email at [email protected]. Remember to leave us a review and subscribe to the show
Previous Episode
Buy Some Players Already
Episode 95: Matt, Robert, Mark and Conor tackle MLS Cup, the Expansion Draft, a schedule release and a NWSL final. Conor goes over a few players he’d like to see Austin FC target. Music by Golden Dawn Arkestra
Anthem Updates / Upcoming Events
- 2022 Memberships now open at AustinAnthem.org
- Board voting in January
Austin FC Updates
- Austin FC Schedule Release
- Rumor of CB Leo Väisänen from Elfsborg in Sweden
- Only signings so far: Resigning Jared Stroud
- Players to acquire: a wish list
Major League Soccer
- MLS Cup Winner - NYCFC
- Half Day Free Agency Window
- Expansion Draft - Goodbye McKinze Gaines, Charlotte selected him first
- Concacaf Champions League Draw
NWSL Updates
- Congrats to Washington Spirit on NWSL Cup
Predictions
- Recap of Anthem Host Prediction Table and Podcast MLS Season Predictions
- 1st Place: Matt 59 Pts, 2nd Place: Robert 57 Pts, 3rd Place: Conor 52 Pts, 4th Place: Mark 42 Pts
Wrap-up
- Austin Anthem is a Supporters Group for Austin FC. Catch-up with us on social media and become a member at AustinAnthem.org.
- This episode was hosted by Robert Avery, Matt Barbour, Mark Turner and Conor Heffernan
- Anthem merchandise is available on our online store. Free shipping on all fantastic grackle gear and your purchase goes to fund our non-profit’s operation.
- We close out our episode with a band that embodies the truly multicultural and multifaceted aspects of MLS fans and players: people that come from varying backgrounds and walks of life, are a bit wacky, definitely unpredictable, undeniably passionate, and unquestionably fun. The band's name is "Golden Dawn Arkestra", and you can find them on Twitter @goldendawnark or Insta @goldendawnarkestra. Please enjoy their newly released track "I Deserve Success", and we thank you for tuning in.
- If you’d like to send us music to use in the pod or send us tips on how to make the show better drop us an email at [email protected]. Remember to leave us a review and subscribe to the show
Next Episode
Preseason Done.... On to the Big Show
Episode 97: This week Conor, Robert and Matt tackle what was preseason. Look ahead to the upcoming 2022 season with Austin FC and MLS predictions. Music by S.L. Houser
Anthem Updates / Upcoming Events
- New Anthem Board Members
- Home Opener - Feb 26th v Cincinnati - Circle Brewing
Austin FC Updates
- Pre Season Review
- Preview of the season
Major League Soccer
- 2022 Season Predictions
Predictions
- 4 Matches - Robert’s: Rangers v Dortmund, Conor’s: Venezia v Genoa, Mark’s: Arsenal v Wolves, Matt’s: AFC v FCC
Wrap-up
- Austin Anthem is a Supporters Group for Austin FC. Catch-up with us on social media and become a member at AustinAnthem.org.
- This episode was hosted by Robert Avery, Matt Barbour and Conor Heffernan
- Anthem merchandise is available on our online store. Free shipping on all fantastic grackle gear and your purchase goes to fund our non-profit’s operation.
- We close out today's pod with the artist S.L. Houser. She has been an integral part of several major Austin area bands, and has recently focused efforts as a solo performer. For more information, you can find her on Instagram @shouserrr (letter s, the word house, and three rrrs, not a pirate reference!) or various music platforms. We hope you enjoy her song titled Reflections
If you’d like to send us music to use in the pod or send us tips on how to make the show better drop us an email at [email protected]. Remember to leave us a review and subscribe to the show
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