Ope-a Tejas - El Paso Locomotive First League Loss to SAFC
Seriously Loco Soccer Pod
Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Road Trip Tales 02:46 Reflections on El Paso Locomotive's Recent Performance 05:49 Injury Updates and Player Absences 08:58 Tactical Decisions and Lineup Analysis 12:04 Goalkeeping Controversies and Performance Issues 15:06 First Half Analysis and Key Moments 17:51 Second Half Expectations and Tactical Adjustments 35:56 Momentum Shift: The Importance of Scoring Before Half-Time 40:17 Second Half Surge: Tactical Adjustments and Player Performance 45:18 Goalkeeping Showdown: Analyzing Key Saves and Missed Opportunities 50:15 Tactical Tinkering: Junior Gonzalez's...
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Stay and Get Your A** Beat - El Paso Locomotive's Big Win in Hartford
Seriously Loco Soccer Pod
This episode covers the impressive start of El Paso Locomotive FC's season, tactical decisions, player performances, and a preview of the upcoming US Open Cup match against Houston Dynamo. Phil and Mikka analyze recent results, squad rotation, and key moments from the Hartford game, highlighting the team's strategic approach and future prospects. 00:00Introduction and Season Overview 07:23Lineup Changes and Tactical Adjustments 10:11Match Analysis: Hartford's Performance 17:22Key Players and Their Impact 24:11Goals Breakdown and Team Dynamics 31:18Moreno's Evolution and...
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Cali Buds - El Paso Locomotive vs Monterey Bay Review - USL Championship
Seriously Loco Soccer Pod
Discover the latest insights into El Paso Locomotive FC's recent 3-0 victory over Monterey Bay, player performances, league dynamics, and upcoming US Open Cup fixtures. Breakdown of El Paso Locomotive's dominant win and standout players Rubio Rubin and Alex Mendez Tactical analysis of game flow, formation stability, and team chemistry Updates on USL labor negotiations and how they influence league stability Preview and strategic discussion of upcoming US Open Cup match against Laredo Heat 00:00 - Introduction and episode overview 02:05 - Los Locos' win recap and significance ...
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Switched Back - Colorado Springs Review - Monterey Bay Preview - USL Championship
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This episode covers the opening night of the USL season, analyzing El Paso Locomotive's performance, lineup surprises, and the ongoing labor dispute affecting the league. We also preview upcoming matches and discuss key players' impact. - Free for all on Patreon Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 07:02 Season Opener Recap and Key Moments 09:44 Analysis of Goals and Defensive Set Pieces 11:26 USL Labor Dispute and Player Protest 14:28 Broadcast and Media Handling of Protest 20:25 League and Team Response to Labor Actions 25:40 Match Analysis: First Half and Tactical...
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USL Championship Preview 2026 - A Labor of Loco
Seriously Loco Soccer Pod
This episode covers the ongoing USL labor dispute, the potential impact on the season opener, and the latest roster updates for El Paso Locomotive FC. We analyze the league's negotiations, the implications of a strike, and the club's player signings, including the intriguing trial of Cristo Fernandez Chapters Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:19 USL Players Union Vote and Strike Authorization 00:43 Impact of Labor Dispute on USL Season Opener 04:51 USL's Tactics and Union Busting Allegations 12:12 USL's Pressure Tactics and Player Fears 18:39 Potential for a...
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Getting Loco: Mike DiGiulio - President and General Manager - El Paso Locomotive FC
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Summary In this episode of Seriously Loco, Phil and Mikka welcome Mike DiGiulio, the new president and general manager of El Paso Locomotive FC. Mike shares his unique journey into the world of soccer, transitioning from a family background in the car business to leading a professional soccer team. He discusses his previous experience with Monterey Bay FC, the challenges faced there, and the lessons learned that he hopes to apply in El Paso. Mike expresses his excitement about the potential of the Locomotive and the community's passion for soccer, emphasizing the importance of building...
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El Paso Locomotive Appoint Benny Feilhaber I Mean Junior Gonzalez
Seriously Loco Soccer Pod
The offseason never sleeps in USL Championship, and neither do we. On this episode we catch up on everything that’s gone down since the final whistle blew. We start with an offseason check-in and the looming lockout. Mostly vibes at this point, but… are we actually getting a season? Then we dive headfirst into one of the strangest managerial sagas in club history. From the club’s cryptic “We Got Him” tweet, to the league accidentally dropping a “Temperature” article leaking Benny Feilhaber as the new manager, to the club doing absolutely nothing until suddenly Junior...
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Yeah 6x - El Paso Locomotive Hit 6 Past Las Vegas Lights
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El Paso Locomotive had a historic night scoring 6 goals against a Las Vegas Lights team that had 0 fight left in them with a new manager due in. Locomotive could only beat what was in front of them but it's fair to say they did not have a great opponent to match up against. A big night for Eric Calvillo with his brace and Gabi Torres continued to impress. Then there's quick discussion of Miami FC and their poor form ahead of the matchup at the Estadio de Pitbull on Saturday evening.
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Dead on Arrival - El Paso Locomotive Lose Copa Tejas Matchup to San Antonio FC
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The crew discuss El Paso Locomotive's 2-1 home loss to San Antonio FC in the Copa Tejas. The early goal from Juan Agudelo was cancelled out by a tap in from Amando Moreno but Alex Crognale had the last laugh with a goal in the 82nd minute. The team, mentality and some early mistakes are discussed as the group discuss just what this side needs to get back to consistent winning ways.
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Jager Blues
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El Paso Locomotive suffered its first loss of the season at Southwest University Park in the Jagermeister Cup against Colorado Springs Switchbacks. The 1-0 loss came courtesy of a Quenzi Huerman strike and the conversation centers around Locomotive playing a very changed lineup, how to build confidence in a fringe player, and the frustrating nature of the goal. Then the conversation shifts to the USL Championship match in Oakland against the Roots. Oakland has struggled for form but recently hired Benny Feilhaber, can the Locos make sure they don't get hit by the new manager bounce for the...
info_outlineLocomotive may not be doing much this year but we are ending our summer break and getting back on the mics. We have a lot to say about what is going on at the club, along with news of Wahab Ackwei joining alongside Arturo Ortiz and Justin Dhillon headed out to Colorado Springs. Then it is a look ahead to Miami which is a must win game if I've ever seen one since Miami is the only team in the League worse than Locomotive.