Episode 150 – 22,000 Strong, After Far Too Long

Send us a text467 days. That’s how long it had been since our last family reunion, the last game with the Banc at full capacity. Since March 2020, the world has been turned upside down: A global pandemic, changes in all our lives, and, unfortunately, many who are no longer with us. Yet, there we all were, after 467 days, back at Christmas Tree Lane, back in the stands at the Banc, and back watching our club.  Unfortunately, despite the full-throated support of the 3252 like we’ve rarely heard it, and the full house joining them, LAFC couldn’t hold a lead yet again, and dropped two points at home, playing to a 1-1 draw against the Houston Dynamo. Cifu put us on top, off a beautiful corner from Carlos Vela. Just 8 minutes later, however, a series of magic acts from Maxi Urruti and Fafa Picault levels the match at one. Despite far more chances, far more shots, and far more possession, and handily outplaying our opponent yet again, it’s just one point at home yet again.  It's Father’s Day here at Defenders, and we absolutely want to wish all the dads out there the happiest of days. Also on this episode, we look back on the epic tailgate before the match, the incredible Bob Marley tifo, Ziggy Marley as honorary falconer, and LAFC and MLS celebrating Juneteenth with beautiful uniforms, especially the keeper kit! On this episode, hear one of the longer Rants with Filly that we’ve heard! We reminisce fondly about Open Cup wins of seasons past, we celebrate two new countries that can be added to Defenders nation, and we highlight the relative successes of our clubs in Euro 2020. Why was Filly wearing a “We Are Marshall” t-shirt? Did Scarf mention Tom Brady on this week’s episode? And which new sponsor could the Defenders really use a relationship with? You’ll have to listen to all of Episode 150 to find out! Episode 150. Wow. It seems like just yesterday we were celebrating our 100th, and here we are, at 150. We are so grateful to all of Defenders Nation for your incredible support, and we can’t wait to celebrate 200 with you soon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.