The pod brings in Clark Central High School soccer LEGEND John Haubenreich to discuss a Nashville win over Austin FC in the inaugural Battle of the Baristas, and preview the yet-to-be-nicknamed rivalry match against Atlanta United.
This is a meaty one; topics hit include:
- The effect of lifting capacity restrictions to the crowd at Nissan Stadium for the Sunday night game against Austin FC
- A gorgeous new field design
- Since you all love power rankings so much… Nashville SC supporter’s group tailgate power rankings
- Austin FC’s away fans making their presence known
- Praise for Anibal Godoy
- The mercurial talent of Jhonder Cádiz
- Is Hany Mukhtar more of a Forward than a Midfielder these days?
- #RomneyStats
- Lack of ruthlessness in taking scoring chances
- HaakenSZN approaching?
- Randall Leal’s confidence, and his affection for the club
- Gary’s guys’ good vibes, and the current positive atmosphere around our squad
- Walker Zimmerman’s USMNT prospects, and his aggressive, but focused, defensive awareness
- The end of the European top 5 leagues' seasons, and some surprising title winners
- The Adidas Primeblue kits
- Being undefeated*, and the futility of trying to "win over" soccer haters
- Where would you put the next MLS expansion team if it were up to you?
The dawgz close out with a preview of this weekend's important Atlanta-Nashville derby, and come up with a perfect name for the rivalry in the process. COYBIG.
Articles mentioned:
Ben wright’s piece digging in to Nashville’s missed chances: https://broadwaysportsmedia.com/nashville-sc-is-on-the-cusp-of-being-a-contender-but-poor-finishing-may-hold-them-back/?utm_source=the-dawgs
Michael Cox’s piece on “cat and dog” centerback classifications: https://theathletic.co.uk/1909441/2020/07/06/caglar-soyuncu-jonny-evans-leicester-city/
