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Home and Away - A Sporting KC PodcastAuthor: Drew VanderPloeg and Cody Welton
A conversation on topics involving the MLS club Sporting Kansas City. Tactical breakdowns of match performances, discussion around personnel and their usage, and previews of upcoming matches. Some additional content around other USMNT and MLS news as appropriate. Want to participate in the discussion? Join us on the Podcast Discord: https://discord.gg/pkg4S85qR2 Language: en Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Episode 165 - The SuperDraft happens, The Current hire a surprising head coach, and diving into positional play evolution.
Episode 165
Tuesday, 23 December, 2025
In this episode of Home and Away, Drew and Cody discuss the latest developments in the world of Sporting Kansas City and the Kansas City Current. They delve into the recent SuperDraft, evaluating player selections and the unpredictability of draft success. The conversation shifts to the Kansas City Current's surprising coaching decision, the ambitious moves of Inter Miami, and the growing concerns surrounding Sporting Kansas City's roster as they approach the new season. The hosts express their frustrations and hopes for the future of both teams, emphasizing the need for strategic decisions and community engagement. In this conversation, Drew and Cody discuss the challenges faced by sports teams in capturing fan attention, particularly when performance is lacking. They delve into the implications of recent changes to the NWSL's salary cap rules and how these affect player contracts and team competitiveness. The discussion also touches on the impact of injuries on team dynamics, particularly focusing on key players like Tyler Adams and Chris Richards. Finally, they explore modernizing positional play in soccer, emphasizing the need for innovative tactics that can adapt to current player capabilities and enhance team performance.Music by The Spin Wires
