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Lobbing Scorchers
by Ari Liljenwall & Noah Riffe
Lobbing Scorchers is a Seattle Sounders and MLS focused show brought to you by Sounder at Heart. Hosted by Major League Soccer's Ari Liljenwall and Noah Riffe. Join us as we lob our scorching takes on the American soccer landscape, Seattle Sounders, Major League Soccer, USMNT and more. Lobbing Scorchers is produced and owned by Just Once Media.https://lobbingscorchers.com
Episodes
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Deadline Day LIVE: Seattle Sounders Close Summer Window
Close out your 2026 MLS deadline day with Lobbing Scorchers! We will cover the newest Seattle Sounders transfer for Caden Clark from DC United as well as the biggest moves and news live as it happens around Major League Soccer. Subscribe to the NEW Lobbing Scorchers Blog: www.lobbingscorchers.com...
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Kickoff: Can Dejan Jovelic lift Seattle out of their slump?
The Seattle Sounders' winless run continued in Matchday 23 with a 2-2 draw vs. Chicago Fire FC at Lumen Field, but the Rave Green did get a memorable club debut from new No. 9 Dejan Jovelic. Does the super Serbian raise Seattle's ceiling in the race for trophies in 2026, or will it take more for...
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Fans react to Seattle Sounders vs. Chicago Fire!
We react and take calls following Seattle's matchup vs. Chicago Fire FC at Lumen Field. Subscribe to the NEW Lobbing Scorchers Blog: www.lobbingscorchers.com Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe SPONSORS QED Coffee - a Seattle based…
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An Open Letter to Adrian Hanauer
Lobbing Scorchers, Ari Liljenwall and Noah Riffe react to Adrian Hanauer's open letter to Sounders supporters, breaking down what the majority owner actually said, what he chose to leave out, and whether the messaging matches the moment for a fan base that has watched the season slip away.…
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Seattle Sounders take on Robert Lewandowski! (feat. Alex Campbell)
The Seattle Sounders are back at it this weekend and there's plenty to talk about following the exciting arrival of Dejan Joveljić as the Rave Green return home for a blockbuster matchup with Robert Lewandowski and Chicago Fire FC. We'll preview the matchup with Alex Campbell of CHGO Sports, who...
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Kickoff: A new striker after all?
With the Seattle Sounders finally reportedly pursuing a No. 9, we're breaking down the big news and what it could mean for a Sounders team that just broke the longest losing streak in club history. Is Dejan Joveljić the striker who can save Seattle's season? And how does he stack up against some…
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Fans react to Seattle Sounders at FC Cincinnati!
We react and take calls following Seattle's Matchday 22 clash with FC Cincinnati at TQL Stadium. Subscribe to the NEW Lobbing Scorchers Blog: www.lobbingscorchers.com Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe SPONSORS QED Coffee - a Seattle…
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Fans React to Seattle Sounders 8th consecutive league loss vs. Austin FC
We react and take calls following Seattle's Matchday 20 Cascadia clash with Vancouver Whitecaps FC at Lumen Field. Subscribe to the NEW Lobbing Scorchers Blog: www.lobbingscorchers.com Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe SPONSORS QED…
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Kickoff: Is this rock bottom?
The Seattle Sounders’ nightmare skid continued with a 2-0 home loss to the Vancouver Whitecaps, raising an increasingly unavoidable question: Is this rock bottom? We dive into it all on this deeply cursed episode regarding the squad's worst performance yet, the continuing injury crisis, an attack...
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Fans react to Seattle Sounders vs. Vancouver Whitecaps!
We react and take calls following Seattle's Matchday 20 Cascadia clash with Vancouver Whitecaps FC at Lumen Field. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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BREAKING: Pedro De La Vega OUT for Remainder of 2026 Season
Seattle Sounders young star and designated player Pedro De La Vega's season is most likely over. During a press conference today Sounders Head Coach Brian Schmetzer revealed De La Vega has a very significant left quad pull that may require surgery. Brian Schmetzer told media, "Pedro has a very...
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Fans react to Seattle Sounders vs. Chivas Guadalajara!
We react and take calls following the Seattle Sounders' Leagues Cup 2026 Phase One finale vs. CD Guadalajara at Lumen Field. **Subscribe to the NEW Lobbing Scorchers Blog: www.lobbingscorchers.com****Follow Lobbing Scorchers:**- YouTube- Instagram- Bluesky- TikTok- Facebook- Ari Liljenwall- Noah...
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Kickoff: Are the Seattle Sounders FINALLY turning it around?
The Seattle Sounders' seven-match losing streak is mercifully over after their 3-0 win over Querétaro, so it’s time for another round of Cope or Hope where we'll assess what this result means for Seattle’s 2026 chances. We unpack whether Alex Roldán can be a true double-pivot solution, whether...
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Fans react to Seattle Sounders Leagues Cup win over Querétaro!
We react and take calls following the Seattle Sounders' Leagues Cup 2026 Phase One matchup vs. Querétaro FC at Lumen Field. Subscribe to the NEW Lobbing Scorchers Blog: www.lobbingscorchers.com Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe SPONSORS...
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This One Position Broke the Seattle Sounders
Lobbing Scorchers, Ari Liljenwall and Noah Riffe try to make sense of a Seattle Sounders team riding a seven game losing streak and looking overmatched in almost every phase. The rumors of signing a young striker have Ari and Noah asking the question: does any of it actually matter until the No.…
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Kickoff: What We Got Wrong About the 2026 Sounders
Six straight losses have forced us to reevaluate a lot of our preseason and early-season takes. It’s only fair to look back and ask where our assumptions missed the mark. This isn't about apologizing for old takes, it’s about learning what this stretch has taught us about the roster and what we...
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Fans react to Seattle Sounders at Toluca FC!
We react and take calls following the Seattle Sounders' Leagues Cup Phase One matchup at LIGA MX side Toluca FC. Subscribe to the NEW Lobbing Scorchers Blog: www.lobbingscorchers.com Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe Niko Moreno SPONSORS...
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Can the Seattle Sounders Stop the Spiral?
The Seattle Sounders’ nightmare run continued with a 1-0 loss to Philadelphia, marking a fifth straight defeat in MLS play as the club continues to reel since returning from the FIFA World Cup break. As we navigate our way through these trying times, it's time for an edition of “Cope or Hope”…
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Fans react to DEMORALIZING Seattle Sounders loss at Philadelphia Union!
Lobbing Scorchers reacts and take calls following Seattle's 1-0 loss to Philadelphia Union at Subaru Park in Chester, Pennsylvania during the Major League Soccer regular season. Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe Niko Moreno SPONSORS QED...
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Fans react to Seattle Sounders MELTDOWN at Austin FC!
Ari and Noah of Lobbing Scorchers react and take calls following Seattle's road matchup at Austin FC. Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe Niko Moreno SPONSORS QED Coffee - a Seattle based roaster, coffee shop and coffee subscription…
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These World Cup Awards Might Shock You
Noah and Ari are back during the midweek break to wrap up the 2026 FIFA World Cup with their takes on how Seattle showed out, give out their tournament awards and talk about how MLS can take it from here. Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah…
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Kickoff: Processing a HISTORIC Seattle Sounders Catastrophe
The Seattle Sounders are coming off arguably the worst performance in club history, and for an occasion this unprecedented, we’re devoting the entire show to processing the fallout. After entering the World Cup break at 7-3-3, Seattle returned to a 5-1 annihilation by the Portland Timbers in…
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Fans react to DISASTROUS Seattle Sounders loss to Portland Timbers!
We react and take calls following Seattle's Cascadia derby against the Portland Timbers at Lumen Field as the Major League Soccer season resumes. Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe Niko Moreno SPONSORS QED Coffee - a Seattle based…
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Jake Zivin Talks Legacy of Timbers vs. Sounders Rivalry
MLS and Apple TV commentator Jake Zivin talks with Lobbing Scorchers Ari Liljenwall about the upcoming Seattle Sounders vs. Portland Timbers rivalry match. Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe Niko Moreno SPONSORS QED Coffee - a Seattle…
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How Hydration Breaks Have Impacted World Cup Play (Feat. Cat Bush)
Noah Riffe speaks with Cat Bush about the statistical impact hydration breaks are having on World Cup play. Noah and Cat dive into the momentum changes and quantifiable impact of these breaks. Read more here: https://futiapp.substack.com/ Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok...
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Kickoff: Flo Balogun is BACK?! | USMNT-Belgium World Cup Matchday Arrives in Seattle!
It's World Cup matchday in Seattle, and we're laying down one last preview ahead of Monday's Round of 16 showdown vs. Belgium, which might just be the biggest match in modern US Soccer history. We'll react to the massive news that Folarin Balogun will be available for the match following FIFA's...
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USMNT return to Seattle for Biggest World Cup Match EVER
Lobbing Scorchers, Ari Liljenwall and Noah Riffe get ready for the biggest match Seattle has hosted at this World Cup so far: the USMNT returning to Lumen Field for a Round of 16 rematch with Belgium and a place in the quarterfinals on the line. But how much does losing Folarin Balogun to a...
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Stoppage Time: Fans React to USA's MASSIVE World Cup Win Over Bosnia
Watch the USMNT post-match reaction after the 2-0 victory over Bosnia. See how the team secured their spot in the next round. This live stream breaks down the key moments from the USMNT 2-0 win against Bosnia in the World Cup round of 32. Whether you missed the match or want to hear analysis on…
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Kickoff: World Cup Bracket Is Set! Favorites, Dark Horses & USMNT vs Bosnia
The World Cup knockout stage is officially here and the Round of 32 bracket is set. On this episode, we're reacting to the biggest matchups in the bracket, discussing our favorites and dark horses to lift the trophy, and discussing whether anyone can stop Lionel Messi after his dominant six-goal...
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Seattle Artist Sol Talks Haiti, Hip Hop, and the World Cup
Seattle soccer culture comes alive as we catch up with local photographer, Rapper and Sounders fan Sol (Solzilla) during the World Cup. See why this artist is cheering for specific teams and what the tournament atmosphere feels like on our home turf. We are walking through the city to get candid...
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Kickoff: USMNT Keeps Rolling, Seattle Shows OUT for World Cup!
The United States is through to the knockout stage after an impressive 2-0 victory over Australia, and we're breaking down everything we learned from the USMNT's latest World Cup performance. From Mauricio Pochettino's tactical adjustments following Christian Pulisic's absence to Folarin…
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Seattle is proving FIFA made the right call
Lobbing Scorchers, Ari Liljenwall and Noah Riffe break down the first week of the 2026 World Cup with the group stage opening round officially in the books. Egyptian supporters took over Seattle for Belgium and Egypt, downtown fan zones were buzzing without the USMNT even playing in town yet, and...
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U.S. House Rep. Adam Smith Talks World Cup, Youth Soccer and Iran Deal
United States House Representative Adam Smith (WA-9) spoke with Lobbing Scorchers' Noah Riffe about the World Cup in Seattle, Smith's personal experience with youth soccer in America, and the Iran War deal signed by Trump. Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari...
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Rep. Rick Larsen on Trump, USMNT & the 2026 World Cup
Lobbing Scorchers’, Noah Riffe speaks with U.S. Representative Rick Larsen from Washington's 2nd district about the World Cup and its political impacts. Rep. Larsen was involved in getting the tournament to play matches in Seattle. Rep. Rick Larsen shared his views on how President Donald Trump…
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Kickoff: Seattle Gets the World Cup: Can the USMNT Back Up the Hype?!
In this episode, we’re back and kicking off our coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as it arrives in Seattle! The biggest tournament in the sport is finally here in the city, and we’re getting into everything that comes with it. We start with the USMNT, breaking down their group-stage hopes,...
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Seattle Mayor Tells All Ahead of FIFA World Cup
Noah Riffe of Lobbing Scorchers interviews Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Seattle, Washington. The Interview comes on the heels of Wilson and the administration announcing 1400 free World Cup tickets for youth across the city of Seattle. The pair talk about the…
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Kickoff: Seattle Sounders Midseason Report Card + USMNT WORLD CUP Roster Reaction!
As MLS pauses for the World Cup, we'll give our takes on the weekend's loss to LAFC, then revisit the letter grades we handed out for the Seattle Sounders’ strikers, midfielders, defenders, goalkeepers, and coaching staff a few weeks ago and update them. Who’s improved, who’s slipped, and have…
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Fans react to Seattle Sounders meltdown against LAFC
We react and take calls following Seattle's matchup with LAFC at Lumen Field in Matchday 16. Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe Niko Moreno SPONSORS QED Coffee - a Seattle based roaster, coffee shop and coffee subscription service. Visit...
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Inside the Sounders Youth System with the Seattle Sounders Technical Director
Seattle Sounders Technical Director Henry Brauner speaks with Lobbing Scorchers about Generation Adidas Cup, Sounders U15s, Young Honduran star Christopher Batiz, Snyder Brunell breakout, Paul Rothrock and Peter Kingston stories, plus youth soccer access and affordability. Follow Lobbing…
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Kickoff: Best Win, Worst Loss: Seattle Sounders emerge TOOTHLESS vs. LA Galaxy
On this episode, we break down the emotional rollercoaster that is the Seattle Sounders, from the season’s best win straight into the worst loss, the end of the home undefeated streak, and a worrying stretch of form that was only partially salvaged by the Earthquakes win. We talk Moose’s tooth,...
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Fans react to Seattle Sounders vs. LA Galaxy!
We react and take calls following Seattle's matchup with LA Galaxy at Lumen Field in Matchday 14. Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe Niko Moreno SPONSORS ☕️ Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff is presented by QED Coffee a Seattle based roaster,...
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Are the Seattle Sounders wasting money?!
Once again, every MLS club is out of Conacaf Champions Cup, which means the 2022 Seattle Sounders remain the ONLY MLS team to ever win the modern version of the tournament. What did that Sounders team have that the rest of MLS still hasn’t replicated? We dive into the roster construction,...
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Fans react to Seattle Sounders vs. San Jose Earthquakes!
We react and take calls following Seattle's Matchday 13 fixture with the San Jose Earthquakes at Lumen Field. Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe Niko Moreno SPONSORS ☕️ Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff is presented by QED Coffee a Seattle based...
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Seattle Sounders Lineup Puzzle Just Got Harder
We'll kick off with a full breakdown of another 1-1 draw for the Seattle Sounders and why the result felt like two points dropped after the Sporting KC stalemate. Then, we shift into the ongoing discourse: who should lead the Sounders' attack? Was Danny Musovski’s goal against San Diego enough to...
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Fans react to Seattle Sounders vs. San Diego FC!
We reach and take calls following Seattle's matchup vs. San Diego FC at Lumen Field in Matchday 12. Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe Niko Moreno SPONSORS ☕️ Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff is presented by QED Coffee a Seattle based roaster,...
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West Seattle Junction Head Coach previews USL Season
Check out the Junction! Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe Niko Moreno SPONSORS ☕️ Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff is presented by QED Coffee a Seattle based roaster, coffee shop and coffee subscription service. Visit them in person at one of…
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Sounders-San Diego FC Breakdown & Inter Miami's Historic Choke!
We check in after Seattle’s surprising 1-1 draw at Sporting KC and discuss if we should be worried about the offense or chalk this one up as an outlier amid an otherwise strong start. Then it's time to preview Seattle's upcoming showdown with San Diego FC at Lumen Field this Saturday. We'll see…
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Fans react to Seattle Sounders at Sporting Kansas City!
We react and take calls following Seattle's Matchday 11 clash at Sporting Kansas City. Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe Niko Moreno SPONSORS ☕️ Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff is presented by QED Coffee a Seattle based roaster, coffee shop…
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Snyder Brunell is better than Cavan Sullivan?!
Lobbing Scorchers’, Ari Liljenwall and Noah Riffe check back in after the Seattle Sounders took a 2-1 victory over FC Dallas at Lumen Field. Jordan Morris netted his first goal of the season after returning from injury and gave a candid practice quote about how he lost some of his love of the…
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Eternal Blue Forever Girls: xDAWG Ranking: Does Paul Rothrock Make the Cut?
In the Inaugural Episode Jaya and Tula introduce themselves on the 'Eternal Blue Forever Girls' podcast, sharing their journey as dedicated Seattle Sounders fans. They frequently appear on Lobbing Scorchers videos, having held season tickets for two years. As long-time supporters of Major League...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Lobbing Scorchers is a Seattle Sounders and MLS focused show brought to you by Sounder at Heart. Hosted by Major League Soccer's Ari Liljenwall and Noah Riffe. Join us as we lob our scorching takes on the American soccer landscape, Seattle Sounders, Major League Soccer, USMNT and more. Lobbing Scorchers is produced and owned by Just Once Media.https://lobbingscorchers.com
HOSTED BY
Ari Liljenwall & Noah Riffe
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