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Stalemate Central, POTM March nominees, Open Cup Rd 2 reaction, apps & wins record make headlines, plus much more!
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An Easter weekend where points were shared and margins were thin,with draws shaping the early-season picture and keeping a handful of sides unbeaten. ...
Only Six Remain Unbeaten, Late Drama in New Mexico, & Miami Finds Form, plus much more!
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Match Day 4 brought late drama, statement wins, and a clearer picture of the early USL Championship landscape. We break down New Mexico United’s wil...
Ciaran Dalton on His First Pro Contract, Life at Monterey Bay FC & Goalkeeper Mindset
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
TalkUSL welcomes its first-ever guest, goalkeeper Ciaran Dalton, who recently signed his first professional contract with Monterey Bay FC at 22 years ...
Cruz’s LouCity Legacy, USLC dominates in Open Cup & Match Day 3 brought reunions, plus much more!
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Danny Cruz's leaves behind a legacy at Louisville City FC following his recent departure, we examine how his leadership shaped the club's identity and...
USMNT's World Cup HQ Selected, USLPA Standoff Continues, & Match Day 2 Highlights, plus much more!
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Orange County SC's makes history becoming the official training base for the US Men's National Team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Championship Soc...
60 seconds is All it Takes? Opening Weekend Reaction Where Protest and New Signings Soar, Plus Much More!
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The 2026 USL Championship season opened with a powerful display of player unity as teams across the league participated in a 60-second silent protest ...
2026 Season Kickoff Preview, USLPA Strike Negotiations, & New Expansion Teams
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After an incredible 2025 season, we're back to preview what promises to be the most exciting year yet in the USL Championship. With two expansion team...
Unleash the Hounds! - Recap of 2025 Final, End of Season Awards, & more Coaching Changes
23 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A recap of the 2025 USL Championship Final between FC Tulsa and Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC at ONEOK Field. A historic matchup whichwent the distance, a...
Down to Two! Who will Lift the Trophy? Conference Final Recaps & End of Season Awards
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we break down both Eastern and Western Conference Finals, Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs Rhode Island FC and FC Tulsa vs New Mexico United. Two ...
Can anyone stop the playoff late drama? First coaching changes, plus October POTM
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Conference Semifinals brought unforgettable drama across both conferences as four teams battled for spots in the championship rounds. From last-ga...
Upset City! Who is now the favorite to win the USL Championship? Plus, October POTM nominees and more!
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode brings you the full story of an unforgettable Conference Quarterfinals round, where underdogs roared, favorites fell, and playoff ...
Season Over, Playoffs Set, Who made it through? Peter Wilson and Danny Vitiello ensure record breaking seasons, plus much more!
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The thrilling final day of the USL Championship regular season is broken down, discussing which teams punched their tickets to the playoffs. The playo...
The West is wide open & East is down to three, Playoff clinches, September POTM, and history for Loudoun and Lou City!
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We break down the playoff race as the regular season winds down, reviewing who's clinched, who's still fighting, and which teams control their own des...
History is made in USL Jagermeister Cup Final! Who else clinches playoffs, September POTM nominees, plus much more.
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A break down on the USL Jägermeister Cup Final between Sacramento Republic FC and Hartford Athletic, analyzing the battle that unfolded at Heart Heal...
Less than a month to go, Griffin Hairston fallout, Lou City break records, and Jägermeister Cup Final Preview
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We highlight Louisville City's historic achievements as Danny Cruz becomes the fastest and youngest coach to reach 100 wins while Sean Totsch breaks t...
New home for Miami, FC Tulsa clinches, Pittsburgh win big but with controversy
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Miami FC's stunning $300 million stadium announcement promises to transform USL's presence in South Florida. FC Tulsa's playoff clinch with a point, R...
Who made it to USL Jägermeister Cup final? Plus recap of league action that brought thrilling draws and blowouts, much more!
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A recap of the USL Jägermeister Cup semifinals that set up a Sacramento vs Hartford final showdown, with Sacramento surviving penalties and Hartford ...
August POTM nominees, Charleston Clinch, & Cup Fever Rising
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A break down an action-packed week of USL Championship soccer! We discuss the August Player of the Month nominees and analyze Charleston Battery's pla...
First playoff spot clinched, comebacks and high-score thrillers, streaks ending and continuing, plus much more!
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A dramatic weekend of USL Championship action where Louisville City became the first team to clinch a playoff spot after a commanding 3-1 comeback win...
Semifinal of Jägermeister Cup set, goalkeeper swaps, Hartford sells out, and much more!
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We break down the thrilling Jägermeister Cup quarterfinals where Hartford Athletic stunned San Antonio, Rhode Island FC edged Birmingham, and Sacrame...
Detroit stadium gets name - AlumniFi, McNamara to Vegas, & Lou City Roll With It, plus much more!
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Detroit City FC's announces more plans of their new $150M privately financed stadium, AlumniFi Field, opening in 2027 in the Corktown District. We rec...
Louisville Reign Supreme, Hartford and Colorado Springs bounce back, plus much more!
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
An action-packed matchweek where Louisville City FC reasserted their dominance with a stunning 4-1 victory over Charleston Battery in front of a recor...
Can anyone stop FC Tulsa? July POTM nominees, and El Paso & Hartford win big, plus much more!
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
FC Tulsa continues their unstoppable run while El Paso and Hartford deliver statement wins with impressive scorelines. Our July Player of the Month no...
Transfer Whirlwind & USL Jägermeister Cup Quarterfinals Set
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The USL Jägermeister Cup group stage has concluded with shocking results, as Sacramento Republic and Indy Eleven are among the group winners advancin...
Stalemate on CBS, Tulsa leads the West, and Matchweek 18 recap, plus much more!
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A break down Matchweek 18's biggest storylines, including the nationally televised "El Clamico" between Rhode Island FC and Hartford Athletic that del...
East meets West in top table showdown, Is Tampa’s coaching change enough to make the difference?
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matchweek 16/17 delivered drama across the USL Championship with Tampa Bay suffering heartbreak via a 95th-minute San Antonio winner in Dominic Cascia...
Independence day weekend in USL delivers fireworks
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A jam-packed Independence Day weekend edition of TalkUSL where we break down all the action from Matchweek 15's fireworks both on and off the pitch. W...
Expect the Unexpected: When streaks end & upsets reign supreme
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week in the USL Championship showed us why we play the games — with league leaders falling, home underdogs rising, and surprising heroes emergi...
Coaching Drama, Gold Cup Stars & Louisville's Rise to the Top
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on TalkUSL, we discuss Las Vegas Lights FC's decision to part ways with Antonio Nocerino after a five-game losing streak, marking the third ...
Coaching carousel spins again: Oakland’s Gamble & May’s POTM nominees, plus much more!
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We dive into a loaded Matchweek featuring FC Tulsa’s win over Sacramento Republic, Phoenix Rising’s fourth straight W, and a clutch return for C...
Who Responded, Who Slipped? Recap of USL Jägermeister Cup & 3 mid-week matches of USL Championship, plus much more!
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We break down the leftover USL championship fixtures including, the jaw-dropping 8-goal thriller between Indy Eleven and Hartford Athletic and breakdo...
Open Cup Ends — Who’s trending up in USL? A recap of Matchweek 11 and a preview of USL Jägermeister Cup, plus much more!
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We cover a packed Matchweek 11, starting with Charleston Battery’s growing dominance and a pivotal breakthrough win for Birmingham Legion under Mark...
Shutouts and Surprises: Matchweek 10 recap and much more!
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matchweek 10 saw many shutouts across the league and some suprise results. Rhode Island FC's back to form with their road victory against Birmingham L...
Ep 50: Last Hound Standing! US Open Cup Rd 32 blues & things pick up in USL Championship!
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 50 of TalkUSL, we dive deep into a dramatic US Open Cup Round of 32 that saw Pittsburgh Riverhounds emerge as the sole USL Championship sur...
Rhode Island Homecoming, Hat-trick history for El Paso, and Briggsmingham Legion to mark Matchweek 8 in USLC!
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A major coaching change at Birmingham Legion FC took place last week as veteran manager Mark Briggs takes the helm, bringing his impressive track reco...
The launch and recap of Round 1 of the USL Jägermeister Cup 2025, plus much more!
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
An action-packed week in USL Championship soccer, featuring the thrilling kickoff of the USL Jägermeister Cup's first round where all 38 clubs across...
Why is April the busiest time of the season? U.S. Open Cup round 3 and Matchweek 7 review, plus much more!
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
So many games that are taking place in the calendar month of April with league play, U.S. Open Cup, and soon the USL Jägermeister Cup. Games are comi...
Youngest ever POTM, upward trends, and Matchweek 6 review, plus much more!
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Historic viewership numbers for USL on CBS, as Phoenix Rising's thrilling victory over San Antonio FC drew a record-breaking 453,000 average viewers w...
USL returns to CBS, Matchweek 5 and U.S. Open Cup Round 2 review, plus much more!
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It was a second half that came alive for the first CBS featured USL match of the 2025 regular season between San Antonio FC and Phoenix Rising. We cov...
Business as usual…but only for some! Matchweek 4 recap and much more!
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss an action-packed Matchweek 4, featuring North Carolina FC's impressive victory and FC Tulsa's historic first-ever win against Sacramento ...
USL ventures into the uncharted: Promotion/Relegation, Attendance Records, and many games from Match Week 3, plus U.S. Open Cup Round 1
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We delve deeper into the groundbreaking announcement of promotion/relegation coming to USL, making it the first professional soccer entity in the Unit...
A Wacky Matchweek 2: Late Drama, Importance of set-pieces, & a USL legend's farewell
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matchweek 2 of the USL Championship delivered a wacky weekend. From Charleston's revenge on Rhode Island, New Mexico's olimpico, Phoenix's comeback to...
The first whistle of the 2025 season: Match week 1 recap including a spotlight on the Eastern Conference heavyweight showdown between Charleston and Louisville, plus much more!
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The USL Championship returns with an electrifying East-West doubleheader! Our spotlight match features last season's Eastern Conference powerhouses as...
We're back! 2025 USL Championship Season Preview
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this season 2 premiere, we dive deep into the 2025 USL Championship landscape after an offseason filled with some dramatic changes. We'll recap bri...
That's all she wrote! Stand up for the 2024 USL Championship Champion!
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this historic USL Championship Final at Weidner Field, Colorado Springs Switchbacks claimed their first title after 10 seasons with a commanding 3-...
And now we are down to two! The USL Championship will crown a *NEW champion!
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The stage is set for the USL Championship Final. We recap the Conference Finals of the USL Championship Playoffs. Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC won ...
David beats Goliath in both East and West! Recap of the 2nd round including the October POTM and much more!
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you believe in fairytales? The USL Championship playoffs are as unpredictable as ever, seeing both the number 1 seeds fall in the second round to f...
Playoffs are here! Recap of the 1st round which saw goalkeepers stealing headlines, cautious approaches, and the beauty of momentum!
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A recap of the intense first round of USL Championship playoffs. We'll discuss penalty drama where goalkeepers stole headlines, Orange County's extra-...
The regular season has concluded and the playoffs are next! A recap of the final Match Day, including a look at the top category leaders, the final standings, and the bracket for the post-season!
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A recap the nail-biting playoff race, the intense battle for the final spots in the Eastern Conference. Plus, we'll break down the record-breaking per...
One more week to go, only three playoff spots are left but the West is set! Changes in Miami, and much more coverage of the penultimate weekend of the USL Championship regular season!
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A thrilling Match Day 33 of the USL Championship, where playoff spots were clinched and dreams were shattered breaking down matches including Orange C...
Ronaldinho is USL, Shutler wins POTM September, and the playoff race heats up with mid-week and weekend action!
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How many USL Championship teams have officially qualified for the post-season playoffs? Match Day 32 meant desperate times calling for desperate measu...
Louisville City FC are Players’ Shield Winners, the playoff race heats up as teams prove their survival instincts, and September POTM candidates, plus much more!
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Louisville City FC clinches their first USL Championship Players' Shield, securing the top playoff seed and home-field advantage. In other matches, Mo...
Late goals spoil expectations, why eight is the magic number, Orange County puts crucial points in the column, and much more from Match Day 30!
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With playoff season is around the corner, all eyes are on the coveted eighth place spot. The number eight was a special number this weekend for more r...
Markanich makes history, Phoenix Rising with a statement win, and Las Vegas establishing themselves as comeback kings, plus much more from Match Day 29!
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nick Markanich breaks the single-season goal scoring record with not 1 but 2 goals to the good. Phoenix score the most goals in a game so far this sea...
Super subs, double yellows, and goalkeeper records, an eventful Match Day 28 with plenty of surprises!
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nick Markanich wins August POTM, An eventful Match Day 28, with halfway goals, double yellows, super subs, and goalkeepers stealing the headlines with...
First playoff spot clinched, August POTM nominees, In-form Colorado Springs, and Match Day 27 breakdown!
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of TalkUSL, we cover Match Day 27 highlights, including Rafa Baca's move to Oakland. We discuss in form Colorado Springs Switchbacks, ...
Indy bows out of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, Markanich Europe Bound, Own Goals Galore, and Miami finally wins! Match Day 26 rundown plus more!
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
No more USL teams in the U.S. Open Cup as Indy Eleven's tournament journey is over. At least, Match Day 26 brought excitement and surprises across the...
Upsets and Underdogs: Indy Eleven's Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Semifinal Preview and Hartford defeats Lou City, much more from Match Day 25 plus a look ahead!
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Indy Eleven are gearing up for a showdown with Sporting KC in the Semifinal of the U.S. Open Cup, we preview the fixture and discuss their new signing...
All GOODrum in Lou City, intra-USLC transfer record, Lexington SC moving on up in 25’, Oakland goes back to its Roots, and Match Day 24 breakdown!
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a good time to be a Louisville City FC fan! Harlow becomes an owner, Goodrum joins the squad, and they remain undoubtedtly the best USL team at...
An Instant Classic between LOU and SAC, a Bottom of the Barrel Showdown with El Paso vs Miami, much more from Match Day 23, including a preview of what is ahead!
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
East meets West from the top to the bottom in an eventful Match Day 23. We cover a 7-goal thriller between Louisville City FC vs Sacramento Republic F...
All square in Detroit on National TV, How the mighty have fallen in Phoenix, notable transfer news and coaching change, Match Day 22 recap, plus much more!
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A late equalizer saved a point for Rhode Island in USL’s third match on CBS so far this season. Tremendous amount of changes in Phoenix where the si...
USL hosts preseason of big European clubs, the return to CBS, USL at the Olympics, and Match Day 21 fixture rundown and much more!
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
TalkUSL is back with European powerhouses Manchester City, Celtic FC, and Eintracht Frankfurt paying their respects to the USL. The Domenican Republic...
One remains in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, June POTM announced, MatchDay 19 brief rundown and MatchDay 20 Preview!
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A briefer episode as I am currently on vacation! Nonetheless, we run through Match Day 19 scores, cover Indy’s success in the open cup, and announce...
What if a USL coach took charge of the USMNT? Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup quarterfinal preview, June POTM nominees, Match Day 18 recap, plus much more!
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We preview the U.S. Open Cup and discuss what could happen if a USL coach took charge of the USMNT. We also highlight the USL Championship Player of t...
Large margin victories, notable coaching changes, and plenty more to cover from an eventful Match Day 17!
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
OCSC head coach, Karlsen returns home to Denmark to take an opportunity coaching in the Danish Superliga. Phoenix Rising FC pull the plug on Danny Sto...
Rhode Island FC and Orange County SC win in stunning fashion! USL Championship involvement in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, USL gains more exposure with TUDN, a rundown of Match Day 16 fixtures, plus much more!
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Some unexpected victories on the road for Rhode Island FC and Orange County SC that stole the show on Match Day 16. USL gaining more exposure with mat...
Late goal drama seemed to be the theme for Match Day 15, May Player of the Month announced, a rundown of all the fixtures from Father's Day weekend, plus much more!
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We keep on going with an eventful Father's Day weekend that saw many late goals occur. USL Championship announcing the May Player of the Month, why Me...
What does Lebron James and the USL have in common? Match Day Spotlight on FC Tulsa vs San Antonio FC, a rundown of fixtures from Match Day 14, plus much more!
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lebron "Loudoun" James has his eyes on the USL and in particular a Loudoun United player. FC Tulsa grab their first home win of the season with in-dep...
The streak is over! Sacramento Republic FC vs Tampa Bay Rowdies Match Day Spotlight with special guest...my younger brother, Francesco. A rundown of the rest of the action from Match Day 13 and much more!
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tampa Bay Rowdies prevails on the road against Sacramento Republic FC to end the undefeated streak, meaning there are no more teams undefeated in the ...
No such thing as an easy win! El Paso upsets Charleston, U.S. Open Cup Round of 16 recap, Match Day Spotlight on Rhode Island FC vs Louisville City and much more!
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How many USL teams left in the U.S. Open Cup? Only 1 team left unbeaten in the USL after El Paso Locomotive upsets Charleston Battery on the road. A c...
Who's hot and who's not? Spotlight fixture of Phoenix Rising vs Miami FC, a recap of Match Day 11 fixtures and a preview of what's ahead in the USL Championship.
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Match Day 11 brought some peculiar results! Close attention on Phoenix Rising vs Miami FC in the spotlight fixture, news of a new stadium in the works...
Detroit Comeback City FC, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 reaction, plus a recap of Match Day 10 fixtures in the USL Championship.
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How many USL teams made it to the round of 16 in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup? A breakdown of key fixtures that showcased initial impressions of the U...
May the 4th be with USL fans! Match Day 9 recap featuring a spotlight on Memphis 901 FC vs Tampa Bay Rowdies, rundown of all fixtures, and preview of next weekend's action plus Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup fixtures!
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Memphis 901 FC vs Tampa Bay Rowdies featured as the spotlight fixture for match day 9. A recap on all matches from the Star Wars weekend and a preview...
BIG winners and BIG losers from Match Day 8! Double-digits accomplished for TalkUSL's episodes 🎉 plus why your feedback matters on our journey together
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For the second time this season, it was winner take all in Match Day 8 as no teams drawed but instead walked away with big wins or big losses. A close...
Halfway goals, top 10 plays on SportsCenter, and plenty to cover from Match Day 7, including a spotlight on Detroit City FC vs Oakland Roots SC, plus much more!
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When's the last time two halfway goals were scored in the same weekend? Plenty of away teams grabbing all three points on the road in Match Day 7. Spo...
Charge your Batteries! USL player of the month announced, a recap of Match Day 6, plus a look at upcoming fixtures
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are only five teams remaining who are undefeated...can you name them all? Coverage of an intriguing and extended Match Day 6, with discussions a...
Lights, Camera, Action! USL Championship televises nationally on CBS! A recap of the leagues coming-out party with coverage of Match Day 5 fixtures, latest news and much more!
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The legendary LIPAFC match between Louisville City FC and Indy Eleven takes center stage for the match day spotlight. We cover the rest of the fixture...
Clear winners and clear losers! No draws occurred in Match Day 4 as we feature western conference action in the spotlight fixture of Orange County SC vs FC Tulsa, a recap of all the other matches and a preview of what's ahead in the USL Championship.
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It was winner take all in Match Day 4 as no teams shared the points but instead took everything or were left with nothing. Close attention was on Or...
Patterns are starting to emerge! Match Day 3 recap with spotlight on Hartford Athletic vs Birmingham Legion FC, including thoughts on the rest of the action from the USL Championship, plus much more!
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What can we make of what we've seen so far this season in the USL Championship? A recap of all the Match Day 3 games including a match day spotlight w...
All USL Championship Teams have made their first impressions, recap of Match Day 2 fixtures, and latest news including the announcement of Brooklyn FC and much more!
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is it Phoenix Rising or Falling? A recap of all the Match Day 2 games including a match day spotlight with in-depth analysis on Loudoun United FC vs N...
The USL 2024 season has officially kicked off! Opening day recap with thoughts on all fixtures including a match day spotlight on New Mexico United vs Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC, plus much more!
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A recap of all the games that took place on opening weekend, including a matchday spotlight with in-depth analysis on New Mexico United vs Pittsburgh ...
Less than a week to go, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup news, and Match Day 1 fixture rundown
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can a USL team win the 2024 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup? Preseason is coming to a close and the new season is almost underway, we will rundown the fixtur...
Let's get this pod started, about me, & the USL Season 2024 preview
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
TalkUSL debuts and showcases its sound-waves everywhere podcasts are available. Host Vince Galvano introduces what to expect from the podcast, discuss...