Episode 158: How Far Can FC Cincinnati Go? Transfer Window Silence | Best Of World Cup + Vancouver & Crew Preview

Episode 158: How Far Can FC Cincinnati Go? Transfer Window Silence | Best Of World Cup + Vancouver & Crew Preview

The MLS season is back! We wrap up the 2026 FIFA World Cup, break down FC Cincinnati's dominant friendly win, discuss the biggest storylines for the second half of the season, and debate what it will take for the Orange and Blue to make an MLS Cup run. Plus, we preview two massive matches against the Vancouver Whitecaps and Columbus Crew, breaking down the tactical matchups, transfer news, predicted lineups, key players to watch, and our score predictions for both showdowns.

Episode 157: FC Cincinnati Beats Burnley FC! What We Learned In First Match Back + USMNT CRASH OUT vs Belgium

Back to FC Cincinnati as we recap the Orange and Blue's 3-1 win over Burnley, discuss Evander's MLS All-Star selection, reset the MLS season, preview the road ahead, dive into transfer rumors, Buy or Sell predictions, the latest on Cincinnati's NWSL ambitions, and everything else happening around the club. The USMNT's World Cup run is over after a 4-1 loss to Belgium, and we're breaking down what went wrong, whether the tournament should be viewed as a success or disappointment, Mauricio Pochettino's future, standout performers, and the biggest storylines from the World Cup knockout rounds.

Episode 156: USMNT Advance To Round of 16 | Balogun Cleared To Play! FC Cincinnati vs Burnley + Belgium Preview

The USMNT are through to the World Cup Round of 16 after a 2-0 win over Bosnia & Herzegovina, and the biggest news is that Folarin Balogun has been cleared to play against Belgium after FIFA suspended his automatic ban. We react to Balogun's return, break down the Bosnia victory, recap an incredible Round of 32, and preview the USA's biggest match in years against Belgium. Plus, FC Cincinnati news and transfer rumors, the latest from around TQL Stadium, and a full preview of FCC's international friendly against Burnley FC. Can the USMNT reach their first World Cup quarterfinal since 2002, and what should FCC fans expect against Burnley?

Episode 155: USMNT Road To The Final Starts Now! World Cup Knockout Predictions | Biggest Storylines From Group Stage + Bosnia Preview

The USMNT's World Cup path is set. We react to the 3-2 loss to Türkiye, discuss Sebastian Berhalter's breakout performance, Auston Trusty's historic goal, and preview the Round of 32 showdown with Bosnia & Herzegovina. Plus, we predict every knockout-round matchup, debate the biggest stories from the group stage, break down Uruguay's shocking collapse under Marcelo Bielsa, and discuss the latest FC Cincinnati news. How far can this USMNT team go?

Episode 154: USA Win Group D! Who Could Be Next in Round of 32? WC Group Stage Breakdown + Türkiye Preview

The USMNT is headed to the Round of 32 after a 2-0 win over Australia, clinching Group D at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and making history with back-to-back group stage wins for the first time since 1930. On Episode #154 of The Flyin Lion Podcast, we break down the Australia victory, World Cup group stage storylines, FC Cincinnati news, Round of 32 opponent scenarios, and preview the USA's final group match against Türkiye.