This episode blends big Columbus soccer news with a fresh point of view. We talk about the NWSL Challenge Cup coming to Columbus, dive into the rumors linking Abdullah Iqbal to the Crew, and then turn things over to our guest Jays WRLD. As a newer Crew fan, Jays flips the script and asks us about the club, the culture, and what makes following the Black & Gold unique. It’s a mix of Crew news, transfer rumors, and a fresh perspective on what it means to be a Columbus supporter.

The Columbus Crew made a flurry of moves this week, and we break down all of them. On this episode, we dive into the five new players signed by the Crew, including three Homegrown signings and two players selected in the 2024 MLS SuperDraft. We discuss what each addition could bring, how they fit into the roster, and what their signings say about the club’s long-term approach. We also look around the league at new coaching hires, react to Laurent Courtois rejoining the Columbus Crew organization as an assistant coach, and wrap up with some off-the-cuff hot take predictions for the upcoming MLS season.

A new era has arrived in Columbus. Henrik Rydström is officially the next Columbus Crew head coach, and we break down everything Crew fans need to know. We dive into Rydström’s background, his tactical philosophy, and how his system could reshape the current roster. Who fits, who benefits, and where questions remain heading into the next MLS season. We also cover Sekou Bangoura, who the Crew seem to be signing imminently. We also discuss the rumors surrounding James Rodríguez and Casemiro, react to Steven Moreira showing up at Celtic vs Rangers, and close the show by announcing our Podcast now being available on the National Soccer Network!