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EPISODE · May 18, 2026 · 1H 14M

MLS Coaching Shakeups & U.S. Open Cup Preview

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MLS coaching chaos takes center stage after Austin FC parts ways with Nico Estévez and Rodolfo Borrell, while Columbus Crew moves on from Henrik Rydström after just 14 league matches. David Gass, Matt Doyle, and Tom Bogert break down what went wrong, where both clubs go next, and which other MLS coaches could be under pressure this summer.Plus, Phil Neville’s struggles in Portland, LAFC concerns, Hany Mukhtar’s milestone, Sammy Sarver’s viral celebration, the Chicago Fire, and a preview of the U.S. Open Cup quarterfinals.0:00 Intro + American Outlaws5:37 Columbus Fires Rydstrom22:40 Philly Pressure Mounting26:33 Austin FC Cleans House44:44 Portland’s Struggles49:02 LAFC Concerns52:10 Hany Mukhtar Milestone, Sammy Sarver Moment57:34 Chicago Fire Love1:03:14 U.S. Open Cup Quarterfinal Talk

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