Empire Soccer Report

In this episode of Empire Soccer Report, James Birle is joined by Sean Hartnett of South Ward Central to discuss the latest Red Bull New York results and preview their upcoming match against the Chicago Fire. Check out more Empire Soccer Report: https://www.jamesbirle.com/EmpireSoccerReport Check out South Ward Central: https://southwardcentral.com/

In this episode of Empire Soccer Report, James Birle is joined by Zach Feldman of @rbnyszn on Instagram and the UnfilteRED podcast. They talk about Red Bull New York's 2-0 loss to FC Cincinnati over the weekend and preview the upcoming Hudson River Derby match against NYCFC. Check out more Empire Soccer Report: https://www.jamesbirle.com/EmpireSoccerReportFollow James on Twitter: https://twitter.com/intent/follow?screen_name=jbirle9Check out the UnfilteRED podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3DY8wUs23NIrQRtDv6LA3o?si=00f63a9c8cec43deFollow @rbnyszn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rbnyszn/Chapters: 0:00 - 2:04 Intro 2:04 - 9:18 FC Cincinnati 2 - 0 RBNY 9:18 - 15:07 Discussing the Defence 15:07 - 35:12 RBNY vs NYCFC (USOC) Preview 35:12 - 41:52 RBNY vs FC Dallas (Brief) Preview | BWP Legend's Row! 41:52 - 48:33 Outro

In this episode of Empire Soccer Report, James Birle is joined by Anthony Merced of AJM Sports FC. The two talk about Red Bull New York's poor showing against CF Montreal on Saturday and their dropped points vs DC United on Wednesday before previewing upcoming matches against FC Cincinnati and NYCFC (US Open Cup Round of 16). Check out more Empire Soccer Report: https://www.jamesbirle.com/EmpireSoccerReport Follow James on Twitter: https://twitter.com/intent/user?screen_name=jbirle9 Check out more from AJMSportsFC: Follow Anthony on Twitter:https://twitter.com/intent/user?screen_name=ajmsportsfc Follow Anthony on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/ajmsportsfc.bsky.social Chapters: 0:00 - 2:00 Intro 2:00 - 8:12 CF Montreal 4 - 1 RBNY (Match Recap) 8:12 - 16:00 RBNY 4 - 4 DC United (Match Recap) 16:00 - 23:14 Roster Options & Training Facility Launch 23:14 - 25:44 Ronald Donkor 25:44 - 33:54 FC Cincinnati Match Preview 33:54 - 41:36 Open Cup Hudson River Derby 41:36 - 43:23 Outro

In this week's episode of Empire Soccer Report, James Birle is joined by Daniel Rebain of Area Sports Network and Bad Dawg Sports. The two look back at Red Bull New York's latest matches against Inter Miami and the Pittsburgh Riverhounds before previewing the club's upcoming match against CF Montreal. Check out more from Empire Soccer Report: https://www.jamesbirle.com/EmpireSoccerReport Follow James on Twitter: https://twitter.com/intent/user?screen_name=jbirle9 Follow Daniel Rebain on Twitter: https://twitter.com/intent/user?screen_name=pvtmcbain

In this episode of Empire Soccer Report, James Birle previews the Red Bulls' next match against Inter Miami, recaps the club's win over FC Cincinnati and takes a look at the Round of 32 of the 2026 U.S. Open Cup. Check out more Empire Soccer Report: https://www.jamesbirle.com/EmpireSoccerReport Follow James on Twitter: https://twitter.com/intent/user?screen_name=jbirle9

In this episode of Empire Soccer Report, James Birle is joined by Luca Richman of @rbny.xp on Instagram. The two discuss the latest international break (including the USMNT's two losses as well as the finale of World Cup Qualifying) before previewing RBNY's match vs FC Cincinnati on Saturday.Check out more from Empire Soccer Report: https://www.jamesbirle.com/EmpireSoccerReportFollow James on Twitter: https://twitter.com/intent/user?screen_name=jbirle9Follow @rbny.xp on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rbny.xp?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

In this episode of Empire Soccer Report, James Birle is joined by Daniel Rebain to discuss the latest squad news for Red Bull New York and their latest 6-1 loss to Charlotte FC. The lads also analyze the USMNT's upcoming friendly matches against Belgium and Portugal. Check out more Empire Soccer Report: https://www.jamesbirle.com/EmpireSoccerReportFollow James on Twitter: https://twitter.com/intent/user?screen_name=jbirle9Check out Daniel Rebain on Area Sports Network: https://www.areasportsnetwork.com/team/daniel-rebainCheck out Daniel Rebain on Bad Dawg Sports: https://bad-dawgsports.com/author/danielrebain97/Follow Dan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/intent/user?screen_name=pvtmcbain

In this episode of Empire Soccer Report, James Birle is joined by Michael Battista. The two discuss RBNY's draw to Toronto FC, preview the Red Bulls' next match against Charlotte and take a look at Round One of the U.S. Open Cup.Check out more from Empire Soccer Report: https://www.jamesbirle.com/EmpireSoccerReportFollow James on Twitter: https://twitter.com/intent/follow?screen_name=jbirle9Follow Michael on Twitter: https://twitter.com/intent/follow?screen_name=michaelbattista Follow Michael on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:abtejbn36k7ejuvtssf4ds5m

In this episode of Empire Soccer Report, James Birle is joined by Daniel Rebain of Area Sports Network and Bad Dawg Sports. The lads discuss the latest MLS/RBNY news, as well as a look into the Red Bulls' recent loss to CF Montreal before previewing New York's upcoming match against Toronto FC. Check out more Empire Soccer Report: Follow James on Twitter: https://twitter.com/intent/follow?screen_name=jbirle9 Follow Daniel Rebain on Twitter: https://twitter.com/intent/follow?screen_name=pvtmcbain Chapters: 0:00 - 4:00 Intro 4:00 - 10:30 MLS Players Betting Scandal 10:30 - 15:34 Serge Ngoma Update 15:34 - 48:28 CF Montreal Humbles RBNY 48:28 - 1:01:42 RBNY vs Toronto FC Match Preview 1:01:42 - 1:02:39 Outro

In this episode of Empire Soccer Report, James Birle talks about the latest RBNY transfer news, provides a recap of the club's 1-0 win against the New England Revolution and previews the upcoming match against CF Montreal.Check out more Empire Soccer Report: https://www.jamesbirle.com/EmpireSoccerReportFollow James on Twitter: https://x.com/intent/user?screen_name=jbirle9

In the latest episode of Empire Soccer Report, James Birle is joined by Daniel Rebain of Area Sports Network and Bad Dawg Sports! With the RBNY home opener right around the corner, James and Dan discuss the club's impressive 2026 season opening win over Orlando City and preview the Red Bulls' match against New England (& more!): Check out more from Empire Soccer Report: https://www.jamesbirle.com/EmpireSoccerReportFollow James on Twitter: https://x.com/jbirle9Check out Daniel Rebain on Area Sports Network: https://www.areasportsnetwork.com/writer/danielrebain/profileCheck out Daniel Rebain on Bad Dawg Sports: https://bad-dawgsports.com/author/danielrebain97/Follow Daniel Rebain on Twitter: https://x.com/pvtmcbainChapters:0:00 - 1:50 Intro1:50 - 10:10 RBNY Signs Joyeux Masanka Bungi on Loan10:10 - 14:28 Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty Presser14:28 - 41:00 RBNY Defeats Orlando City 2-141:00 - 53:39 RBNY v NE Revs (Home Opener) Preview53:39 - 55:15 Outro

In this week's episode of Empire Soccer Report, James Birle is joined by Luca Richman of @rbny.xp! With the MLS season about to begin, James and Luca discuss the latest player news, preview the Red Bulls' season opener against Orlando, predict season awards and more. Follow @rbny.xp on Instagram: Follow James on Twitter: https://x.com/jbirle9 Check out more Empire Soccer Report: https://www.jamesbirle.com/EmpireSoccerReportEmpire Soccer Report RBNY v ORL Matchday 1 Preview: https://www.jamesbirle.com/EmpireSoccerReport/Articles/RBNY-Match-Recaps/rbny-v-orl-match-preview-2026-opener

In this week's episode of Empire Soccer Report, James Birle is joined by Zach Feldman of @rbnyszn and the UnfilteRED podcast. On the show, they discuss the latest Red Bull New York preseason results and transfer news. More from Empire Soccer Report: https://www.jamesbirle.com/EmpireSoccerReport Follow James on Twitter: https://x.com/jbirle9 Follow Zach on Twitter: https://x.com/_ZJF__?s=20 Follow RBNY SZN on Twitter: https://x.com/rbnyszn?s=20 Follow RBNY SZN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rbnyszn/ Check out the UnfilteRED Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3DY8wUs23NIrQRtDv6LA3o?si=fc80ab8303964654 Chapters: 0:00 - 4:15 Intro 4:15 - 9:58 RBNY Loses to FC Dallas 9:58 - 15:35 Wiki Carmona Traded for JMR 15:35 - 19:00 Assessing New York's Midfield 19:00 - 23:39 Wiktor Bogacz Headed Back to Poland 23:39 - 26:25 Julian Hall Breakout Season? 26:25 - 30:36 A Look At RBNY's Defense 30:36 - 37:06 Early Season Predictions 37:06 - 39:05 Outro

In this episode of Empire Soccer Report, James Birle is joined by Anthony Merced of AJMSportsFC. James and Anthony discuss the latest incoming and outgoing transfers for Red Bull New York and take a brief preview of the upcoming season. Apologies for the audio issues, had to splice two channels together to fill gaps as there was a sound issue while recording. Follow James on Twitter: https://x.com/jbirle9 Check out more from Empire Soccer Report: https://www.jamesbirle.com/EmpireSoccerReport Follow Anthony on Twitter: https://x.com/ajmsportsfc Follow Anthony on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/ajmsportsfc.bsky.socialCheck out more from AJMSportsFC: https://ajmsportsfc.com/

In this episode of Empire Soccer Report, James Birle is joined by Luca Richman of @rbny.xp on Instagram. With the Red Bulls preseason underway, James and Luca analyze the first two matches and take a look at the latest roster moves. Follow James on Twitter: https://x.com/jbirle9 Check out more from Empire Soccer Report!: https://www.jamesbirle.com/EmpireSoccerReport Follow Luca and RBNY Experience on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rbny.xp/ Chapters: Intro: 0:00 - 2:20RBNY Set to Sign Ethan Horvath: 2:20 - 9:18RBNY II Re-Signs Austin Causey: 9:18 - 15:00Michael Bradley Presser 1/22: 15:00 - 23:55Two Preseason Matches Played: 23:55 - 30:43Marcelo Morales Updated: 30:43 - 33:02International Roster Spots: 33:02 - 38:18MLS GAM Revealed: 38:18 - 40:11Jorge Ruvalcaba?: 40:11 - 46:00Evaluating the Current RBNY Squad: 46:00 - 51:25Outro: 51:25 - 53:02 If, like me, you are disgusted and horrified by what is going on in our country with I.C.E. and the Trump administration, follow this link to urge your senators "No More Tax Dollars for ICE & CBP. ICE Out of Our Communities": https://act.nilc.org/page/93101/action/1?ea.tracking.id=bluesky DHS legislation that funds ICE without policy restrictions needs 60 votes to pass. Tell your Senator NO MORE funding for ICE and demand accountability before the deadline next Friday.

In this week's episode of Empire Soccer Report, James Birle is joined by Michael Battista of New York Sports Nation and Hudson River Blue to discuss the latest Red Bull New York news and play a fun game to decide the Mount Rushmore of RBNY/Metrostars players at each position.Chapters: 0:00 - 1:16 Intro1:16 - 7:50 Daniel Edelman Traded to STL City7:50 - 13:25 RBNY Signs Robert Voloder13:25 - 18:25 2026 RBNY Kit Leak18:25 - 27:05 RBNY Bid For Gavin Beavers Rejected27:05 - 32:48 Kasule and Sserwadda Loaned to CT United32:48 - 40:11 2026 RBNY Preseason Schedule40:11 - 41:01 All-Time Top 4 RBNY Players at Each Position41:01 - 45:35 RBNY Top 4 Goalkeepers45:35 - 56:38 RBNY Top 4 Defenders 56:38 - 1:06:42 RBNY Top 4 Midfielders1:06:42 - 1:17:36 RBNY Top 4 Forwards1:17:36 - 1:29:41 RBNY Top 4 "Unlikely Legends"1:29:41 - 1:30:42 Outro

In this episode of Empire Soccer Report, James Birle is joined by Daniel Rebain of Area Sports Network and Bad Dawg Sports to analyze Red Bull New York head coach Michael Bradley's introductory press conference from Monday, January 5.Follow James on Twitter: https://x.com/jbirle9Check out more from Empire Soccer Report!: https://www.jamesbirle.com/EmpireSoccerReportChapters: 0:00 - 2:07 Intro2:07 - 6:57 Alexander Hack Contract Terminated6:57 - 10:11 RBNY Close To Signing Robert Voloder10:11 - 15:19 RB2 Eyeing Young Panamanians15:19 - 18:55 Michael Bradley Press Conference18:55 - 24:23 Michael Bradley Opening Statement24:23 - 30:29 Michael Bradley on Playing Philosophy30:29 - 38:15 Julian de Guzman on Michael Bradley's Work Ethic38:15 - 41:13 Michael Bradley's Personal Motivation41:13 - 54:49 Goalkeeper Situation, Playoff Aspirations54:49 - 1:04:08 Julian de Guzman on Roster Changes1:04:08 - 1:14:25 Julian de Guzman on Club's Ambition

In this episode of Empire Soccer Report, James Birle is joined by Luca Richman of @rbny.xp on Instagram. With the Red Bulls offseason well underway, James and Luca analyze and evaluate the current RBNY squad.0:00 - 3:03 - Intro3:03 - 3:26 - Offseason Underway3:26 -13:13 - Outgoing Players13:13 - 20:38 - Incoming Players20:38 - 29:27 - Michael Bradley29:27 - 37:14 - Parker & Marcucci Re-Signed37:14 - 37:48 - Grading Each Position on Current RBNY Squad37:48 - 43:08 - Goalkeeper Grades43:08 - 48:50 - Fullback Grades48:50 - 53:33 - Center Back Grades53:33 - 1:03:12 - Central Midfielder Grades1:03:12 - 1:08:36 - Attacking Midfielder Grades1:08:36 - 1:16:50 - Winger Grades1:16:50 - 1:23:25 - Striker Grades1:23:25 - 1:24:43 - Preview 2026 XI (as of now)1:24:43 - 1:27:03 - Outro

Welcome to Empire Soccer Report! A new podcast and online source for all things surrounding the beautiful game in the New York area. Join me, James Birle, for regular coverage of Red Bull New York, Major League Soccer, the 2026 World Cup, and much more. Expect regualr episodes previewing and recapping amtches, analyzing news around the game, and the occasional interview with players and coaches. Hope to kick it with you soon!