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Ted and Jon dig into Trinity Rodman's record-breaking contract, making her the highest-paid female soccer player in the world, plus a flurry of Spirit roster moves as the team reloads for another championship run. On the DC United side: a new head of recruitment, five centerbacks and counting, and the glaring hole at the #10 position. Will the front office address it now or wait for summer? Plus listener questions and MLS roster rule changes.

00:00 Introduction and Show Overview

02:26 Soccer Season Preparations and Fantasy League

05:25 Patreon and Show Structure

07:56 Washington Spirit's Recent Developments

18:01 DC United's Recruitment and Future Plans

26:15 Introduction and Player Discussions

28:50 New Acquisitions and Team Strategy

31:44 Roster Updates and Game Allocation

34:32 Winter Window Grades and Central Midfield Concerns

37:17 Roster Rule Changes and Their Implications

40:12 Final Thoughts and Future Prospects

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Ted talks about the new record breaking DP signing Louis Munteanu and what he could bring the roster. He also talks about the waiving of David Schnegg and Dominque Badji, possible loan of Kim Joon Hong and much more. If you are Patreon subscriber, head over and enjoy the full episode including a deep dive into the current roster and where the team might be looking next.

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Ted and Jon talk very briefly about DC United in 2025 (don't check the runtime). They review the final game, talk roster decisions for 2026, and just what the plan is. They also discuss the future of the show moving into the long cold offseason.

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Ted and Jon answer listener questions and break down what is becoming an annual beat down at the hands of Philadelphia. He also talks to a long time fan about the supporters protest, the loss of community at DC, and more!

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In this episode of the RFK Refugees podcast, hosts Ted and Jon discuss the recent changes within DC United, including the firing of Chief Soccer Officer Ally Mackay and the hiring of Author, Lawyer, Agent, Podcaster Dr. Erkut Sogut. They reflect on their weekends, analyze the team's performance against Inter Miami, and delve into the dynamics between ownership, management, and fans. The conversation highlights the challenges the team faces, the importance of community engagement, and the need for strategic decisions to improve the team's future.

00:00 Introduction and Weekend Reflections

02:35 DC United's Recent Changes and Predictions

05:13 The Firing of Ally Mackay

07:53 The New Chief Soccer Officer: Qualifications and Concerns

10:40 Ownership Decisions and Team Direction

13:28 The Impact of World Cup 2026 on DC United

16:17 Critique of Player Selection and Management

19:06 Communication and Transparency Issues

21:53 Final Thoughts on the New Appointment

29:04 Roster Challenges and Future Prospects

31:43 Management Changes and Decision-Making Dynamics

34:40 MLS Next Pro Team Developments

41:23 Game Analysis: DC United vs Inter Miami

47:51 Fan Sentiment and Ownership Accountability

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Ted and Jon talk about the still undefeated DC United under new coach René Weiler. They talk about whether style of play looks somewhat familiar to a previous long time manager. They also talk the future with a rumored MLS NP partnership and much more!

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