The Curious Case Of NYCFC's Roster / Ep 485 / Blue City Radio
Release Date: 02/20/2025
Jacob's Ladder / Ep 512 / Blue City Radio
bluecityradio's podcast
For weeks we have been waiting for some consistency from NYCFC. Too often their victories fooled pundits and fans alike into thinking they were a solid squad worthy of making a playoff run, only to be followed by games that made people quip if they would make the playoffs at all. Obviously one game is not enough to sway opinions, but with the remaining six games approaching the victory in Chicago was a great start. Listen this week as the guys breakdown the Fire victory and look ahead at the games that remain. There is also audio from Seymour Reid, Pascal Jansen and Nico Fernandez...
info_outline
Talking About the First 10 Years Of NYCFC Pt 1 / Ep 511 / Blue City Radio
bluecityradio's podcast
As we watch NYCFC play it's eleventh season in MLS we thought it would be a perfect time to capture some memories of the first ten years. During the beginning of this season Mike Anderer sat down with some notable fans and friends to hear their stories about the growth of the team. Featured in these episodes are Jon Sanchez, Andy Bajana, Trey Fillmore, Christian Polanco, Chelsea Socias, Gretta Fernandez, Deron Jenkins, Danny Chediak, Brenda Picinic and Karol Lamb.
info_outline
It's OK To Not Be OK / Ep 510 / Blue City Radio
bluecityradio's podcast
Pascal Jansen did not mince words in his post game press conference following the 2-1 loss for NYCFC against last place, DC United. He called out his team saying the "attack was not good enough". Yes, DC capitalized on two key moments, but it was the lack of creativity and chances that lead to the home loss. Remiscient of Ronny Deila's infamous, "I'd rather win 5-4 than 1-0" quote, Jansen thinks his team should be able to score more than one goal against a team that came into Yankee Stadium with the worst goal differential in the league. The guys take a stab at trying...
info_outline
(Wish I Could Fly Like) Superman / Ep 509 / Blue City Radio
bluecityradio's podcast
Are the other teams in MLS sleeping on NYCFC? That was the debate happening after NYCFC walked into TQL Stadium and took three points from FC Cincinnati and helped de-throne the Supporter's Shield leaders on Saturday night. Mike Anderer, J.R. diBart and Mike Allen share their opposing views on the subject. They discuss the emergence of Alonso Martinez and what that means for his value as a striker and also discuss what they feel are the top non-PK goals in club history.
info_outline
Mama, I'm Coming Home / Ep 508 / Blue City Radio
bluecityradio's podcast
The weather delay on Sunday at Yankee Stadium was not as bad as the delay from August 11, 2021 but don't tell that to the fans that waited over an hour and twenty minutes before plays late in the first half of NYCFC's victory over Nashville SC. It was also the second game in a row that NYCFC players scuffled with their opponent. This time it was Alonso Martinez running about 40 yards to come to his teammate's defense. This week Mike Anderer and J.R. diBart welcome Adam and Justin from Post 90 Podcast on the show to breakdown the game.
info_outline
Mama Said Knock You Out / Ep 507 / Blue City Radio
bluecityradio's podcast
NYCFC's Leagues Cup run came to an end after a heated 2-1 loss "on the road" in Yankee Stadium to Toluca. The game included intense moments of drama and NYCFC had their opportunities but did not capitalize on them. This week J.R. diBart, Mike Allen and Mike Anderer review the Leagues Cup from an NYCFC perspective. They talk about the identity of this club and their willingness to fight for each other. And where are the signings? Where is the help for Pascal Jansen?
info_outline
Banana Hammock / Ep 506 / Blue City Radio
bluecityradio's podcast
Were you shocked to see the title of this week's episode comes from an Animaniac's song from 2020? Is that really more shocking that NYCFC conceding three first half goals only to have the FC Dallas lead erased by two Alonso Martinez goals to wrap up the first NYCFC Away Game hat trick in club history? This week Mike Anderer, J.R. diBart and Mike Allen go back over the chaos that was a Friday night in Frisco, Texas as Pascal Jansen coached his tired and weary team to seven points from a difficult four games on the road. And as always remember Banana hammock is a another...
info_outline
American Nights / Ep 505 / Blue City Radio
bluecityradio's podcast
It is the dog days of summer, whatever that really means. For NYCFC it meant to hot and humid matches. It also meant Pascal Jansen in a full track suit both nights. It also meant very limited rotation of players in a week with short rest. Most importantly it meant 4 points on the table. This week Mike Anderer, Mike Allen and J.R. diBart go over the last two matches, talk about the absence of Mitjia Illenic and talk about the recommendations to MLS owners about changing the league format and schedule.
info_outline
America / Ep 504 / Blue City Radio
bluecityradio's podcast
This week America was on full display as the Club World Cup Final was played in Met Life Stadium in NJ and NYCFC traveled to Charlotte. Mike Allen and Mike Anderer are joined by Christian Smith to breakdown the week in soccer and to look ahead at a busy week for NYCFC with two more road games coming up.
info_outline
Pigeons / Ep 503 / Blue City Radio
bluecityradio's podcast
The Gold Cup comes to an end with the USMNT falling to their rivals Mexico in Houston. Sports loves controversy and in the 66th minute of the final there was a huge moment that impacted the outcome. NYCFC also hosted another across the border rival in Yankee Stadium and Mitjia Illenic was in the thick of building the tension between the two sides. Oh, and then there's the rumors of a new attacking midfielder, but we'll get to that at the end of the show.
info_outlineAs the days remaining to NYCFC's first game of the season tick away, the squad is getting younger on average thanks to a little addition by subtraction. The pending loss of Santi Rodriguez means an already young team will be even younger with the departure of the veteran midfielder.
This week Mike Anderer and Mike Allen look at the impact that Santi's departure will have on the decisions Pascal Jansen will have to make in his starting XI.