Decision Day at TQL Stadium was all Orange and Blue, locking up the No. 2 seed in the East. We also recap FCC 2’s playoff match and give you full breakdown of the massive Hell is Real showdown vs. Columbus Crew in Round 1.

We’re joined by Laurel Pfahler, a staple of FC Cincinnati coverage since 2015 and founder of Queen City Press. We also break down international call-ups, MLS 22 Under 22 and a preview of FC Cincinnati 2’s MLS NEXT Pro playoff matchup against Philadelphia Union II. Plus, we discuss the upcoming match vs. CF Montréal and the team’s Concacaf Champions Cup qualification scenarios.

Timestamps:

(00:00) - Podcast opening

(00:24) - Laurel Pfahler of Queen City Press joins

(41:40) - FC Cincinnati qualify for CONCACAF Champions Cup

(43:59) - International Window Update

(49:50) - MLS 22 Under 22

(53:05) - Trivia Question of the Week presented by Golz TV

(53:59) - FLP Jersey Swap of the Week

(55:40) - Sam's Card of the Week

(57:16) - Ryan's Card of the Week

(59:13) - FCC 2 vs Philly 2 MLS NEXT PRO Playoff Preview

(01:01:47) - Matchday vs CF Montreal

(01:07:49) - Trivia answer

FC Cincinnati grind out a 1-0 road win over the New York Red Bulls — their 11th away victory of the season — with Kévin Denkey once again playing the hero. We break down the playoff seeding scenarios, Louro’s first MLS clean sheet, the impact of Miazga’s injury setback, and what’s next heading into Decision Day vs CF Montréal. Plus, FCC 2 clinch a playoff berth and seven players get international call-ups.

Timestamps:

(00:00) - Podcast opening

(02:06) - Matchday vs New York Red Bulls 1-0 W

(20:51) - FCC Defensive Concerns

(23:36) - Worried about 1 goal leads & lacking creativity

(25:34) - MLS Playoff Seeding Scenarios

(27:08) - FCC’s goalkeeper situation

(29:24) - Trivia Question of the Week presented by GOLZ TV

(31:20) - Sam's Jersey Swap of the Week

(33:44) - Ryan's Jersey Swap of the Week

(35:16) - Sam's Card of the Week

(36:54) - Ryan's Card of the Week

(38:51) - FCC 2 Clinches Playoff Berth

(46:32) - MLSPA Free Agency List

(54:13) - International Window Approaching

(01:00:12) - Matchday vs CF Montreal at Home

(01:05:05) - Trivia Answer