The Bad Hombres FC Podcast

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The Bad Hombres FC Podcast

Soccer journalists José Umaña and Mario Amaya talk about on the main soccer topics in the DMV, including D.C. United, Washington Spirit and more! Follow us on Twitter at @Jose_M_Umana and @MarioAmaya1.

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    Episode 213: Washington Spirit wins 4 straight, DC United victorious in NYC

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss the Washington Spirit winning four straight, D.C. United's victory in the Big Apple, and DCU legend Tony Sanneh's induction into the National Soccer Hall of Fame. Rate and Subscribe!

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    Episode 212: Audi Field sees 7 goals in 2 days!

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss the victories D.C. United and the Washington Spirit displayed at Audi Field! Listen to comments from United head coach René Weiler, attacker Jackson Hopkins, Spirit manager Adrian Gonzalez, and Sandy MacIver!Rate and Subscribe!

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    Episode 211: US Open disaster and drawing in Philly

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss the last week of results for D.C. United, including losing the U.S. Open Cup and drawing on the road in Philadelphia. Rate and Subscribe!

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    Episode 210: DC United loses in Foxborough

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss D.C. United’s loss against New England and examine head coach René Weiler's comments on the current roster. Rate and Subscribe!

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    Episode 209: Washington Spirit dominates while DC United falls hard at home

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss the Washington Spirit's road win at Bay FC and try to discuss D.C. United's embarrassing home loss against Dallas.Rate and Subscribe!

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    Episode 208: DC United steals win in Chicago, Washington Spirit falls in Audi opener

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss D.C. United’s road win over Chicago and the Washington Spirit losing its home opener. Rate and Subscribe!

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    Episode 207: The Lionel Messi show in Baltimore

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss D.C. United’s loss in Baltimore against Inter Miami, was it worth going to M&T Bank Stadium and a mini-preview of the Washington Spirit's upcoming season! Rate and Subscribe!

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    Episode 206: DC United loses in Austin, Inter Miami/Messi preview

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss D.C. United's road loss in Austin, preview the Black and Red's match against Lionel Messi and Inter Miami in Baltimore, and talk about the lack of changes in the MLS All-Star game! Rate and Subscribe!

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    Episode 204: Washington Spirit falls in NWSL Championship

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss the Washington Spirit losing in the NWSL Championship and D.C. United's 2026 regular season release. Rate and Subscribe!

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    Episode 203: Washington Spirit head to the NWSL Championship

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss the Washington Spirit winning in the semifinals to face Gotham FC in the finals. Rate and Subscribe!Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 202: Washington Spirit's Aubrey Kingsbury does it again in the NWSL playoffs

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario recap the Washington Spirit's home playoff win in the NWSL playoffs and preview the semifinals. Rate and Subscribe!Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 200: Ally Mackay fired, DC United loses to Messi and Inter Miami

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss D.C. United's loss against Inter Miami and the club's decision to fire general manager Ally Mackay. Rate and Subscribe!Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 199: Without Messi, Miami ends DC United's playoff hopes

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss D.C. United’s drawing with Inter Miami, and being eliminated from playoff contention. The duo also discusses the Washington Spirit's historic road wins and the Kennedy Center hosting the 2025 Men's World Cup draw. Rate and Subscribe!Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 198: A Whole Lot of Nothing

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss D.C. United’s recent struggles following its loss against New England. The duo also discuss the Washington Spirit’s scoreless draw against Gotham FC. Rate and Subscribe!Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 197: Trinity Rodman is back and the Washington Spirit wins!

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario goes in depth on Trinity Rodman's return to the field in the Washington Spirit's win over Portland. The duo also discusses D.C. United owner Joe Mamo's comments on player recruitment and preparing for the Ethiopian friendly. Hear from both Rodman and Mamo during this episode. Rate and Subscribe!Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 196: What happened against Austin at home?

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario attempt to talk about D.C. United's latest loss and discuss what is going on with the upcoming friendly against the Ethiopian national team. Rate and Subscribe!Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 195: Arrivals and departures in DC soccer coaches

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario recap everything going on with D.C. United and the Washington Spirit. Rate and Subscribe!Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 194: Jonatan Giráldez's final Spirit home game

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario goes in depth on Jonatan Giráldez's final home game as the Washington Spirit earn a key win. The duo then discusses D.C. United's historic loss against Chicago. Rate and Subscribe!Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 193: Jonatan Giráldez to leave the Washington Spirit

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario go in depth on Jonatan Giráldez leaving the Washington Spirit after less than a year. Also, D.C. United wins away in Cincinnati. Rate and Subscribe!Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link:incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 192: The art of the draw

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss the Washington Spirit's battle against Utah and D.C. United's draw in Nashville. Postgame comments from Spirit coach Jonatan Giráldez, Aubrey Kingsbury and Hal Hershfelt. Rate and Subscribe!Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-fourLicense: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 191: Spirit's road win, DCU's busy May, Congressional Soccer Game

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario speak on the Washington Spirit's road win, D.C. United's busy May schedule and highlights from the Congressional Soccer Match! Mario speaks to U.S. Soccer legends John Harkes and Alexi Lalas and TV personality Fernando Fiore!Rate and Subscribe!Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 190: Paul Pogba to DC United? Washington Spirit's Gabby Carle joins the show!

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discusses the rumors of Paul Pogba joining D.C. United and previewing the weekend's slate of matches. Washington Spirit defender Gabby Carle joins the show to discuss her broken hand and the team's performance so far this season. Rate and Subscribe!Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 189: Trinity Rodman injury, United/Spirits win, Loudoun United

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss Trinity Rodman's back injury, both DC United and Washington Spirit winning on the road and what is going on with Loudoun United. Rate and Subscribe!From The Athletic: "Bad turf, cold showers, wash your own kit: life at the top of US minor league soccer": https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6281237/2025/04/17/loudoun-united-usl-championship-washing-jerseys/ On WTOP: "Va. youth soccer association Virginia Revolution merges with Loudoun United": https://wtop.com/local-sports/2025/04/va-youth-soccer-association-virginia-revolution-merges-with-loudoun-united/Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link:incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 188: A seismic result in San Jose

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss D.C. United's 6-1 loss in San Jose and examine what went wrong. Rate and Subscribe!Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 187: Ashley Hatch's brace leads Spirit to win at home

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss the Washington Spirit's win over Bay FC, Mark Krikorian steps down as general manager and D.C. United loses at home vs. Columbus. Rate and Subscribe!Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 186: What's Trinity Rodman's future in D.C.?

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss Trinity Rodman's current contract situation, the Washington Spirit losing the home opener and D.C. United's struggles in Orlando. Rate and Subscribe!Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 185: DC United gets a draw and a shutout! Spirit wins NWSL opener

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss D.C. United's draw at home against Montreal and the Washington Spirit's win in Houston. Rate and Subscribe!Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 184: DC United finally wins at home, João Peglow speaks, Spirit wins Challenge Cup

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss D.C. United's win at home (finally!) over Sporting KC. Hear from Christian Benteke, Hosei Kijima and João Peglow, who spoke to the media for the first time! Lastly, the duo goes over the Washington Spirit winning the Challenge Cup for the first time! Rate and Subscribe!Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 183: Jacob Murrell saves the day in Chicago

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss D.C. United's draw in Chicago and Houston Dynamo's solution to fans unable to Lionel Messi. Rate and Subscribe!Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 182: DC United's 2025 season begins with draw vs. Toronto

    New season. Same bad hombres. In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss D.C. United's draw against Toronto and rumors of a new roof for Audi Field. Also, a special interview with defender Aaron Herrera!Rate and Subscribe!Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 181: Washington Spirit falls in NWSL Championship

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss the Washington Spirit's loss in the NWSL Championship. Rate and Subscribe! Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 180: Washington Spirit returns to the NWSL Championship game!

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario recap the Washington Spirit's semifinal victory over Gotham FC. Rate and Subscribe! Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 179: Recapping the Spirit's win in NWSL quarterfinals

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario recap the Washington Spirit's win over Bay FC in the NWSL playoffs. Rate and Subscribe! Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 178: DC Untied's season ends, Washington Spirit press forward

    The duo discuss the end of D.C. United's season on Decision Day and the Washington Spirit's dominance over Chicago. Rate and Subscribe! Notes: D.C. United, missing the MLS playoffs again, enters Phase 2 of its overhaul: https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2024/10/21/dc-united-offseason-rebuild/ Pitch Pass with Jason Anderson: https://open.spotify.com/episode/09C94HjzWNTc9mRG8JObqh?si=e1d5e0b7ed38426e Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 177: Can and should DC United sneak into the playoffs?

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss D.C. United's playoff chances after drawing Columbus, the Washington Spirit's battle in LA, and Audi Field hosting the Club World Cup. Rate and Subscribe! Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 176: DC United draws NYCFC, Washington Spirit dominates

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss D.C. United's disappointing home draw against NYCFC and the Washington Spirit's dominant victory over the Houston Dynamo. Rate and Subscribe! Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 175: Spirit with Magic win easily, DCU holds off Chicago

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discusses the latest news surround the Washington Spirit. Rate and Subscribe! Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 174: US Women's Soccer reign supreme in the Paris Olympics

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss the U.S. women's national team's Olympic gold medal victory and D.C. United's Leagues Cup elimination. Rate and Subscribe! Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 173: DC United shine in Leagues Cup, Trinity Rodman's goalazo in Paris Olympics

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss D.C. United's Leagues Cup campaign, the USWNT's victory over Japan in Paris and the USMNT's Olympic run. Rate and Subscribe! Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 172: Audi Field is no good for Leagues Cup

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss the recent problems at Audi Field that is forcing D.C. United to play its Leagues Cup match in Philly. Plus, an Olympic update! Rate and Subscribe! Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 171: Steve Birnbaum says goodbye

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario speaks about Steve Birnbaum's retirement, the Washington Spirit's current run and the USWNT's preparation for the Paris Olympics. Rate and Subscribe! Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 170: USMNT out of Copa America

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss the U.S. men's national team's elimination from the Copa America, D.C. United news and Ashley Sanchez's return to the District against the Washington Spirit. Rate and Subscribe! Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 169: Ben Olsen returns as DC United's home struggles continue

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss D.C. United's loss at home against Houston and the Spirit's away win at Gotham. Also, the duo chat about the U.S. men's national team's Copa America opener. Rate and Subscribe! Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 168: U.S. men falls hard vs. Colombia in Landover

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss the U.S. men's national team's 5-1 loss against Colombia. Rate and Subscribe! Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 167: Both DC-area soccer teams are winning?

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss a winning weekend for D.C. United and the Washington Spirit. Rate and Subscribe! Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 166: What happened against Philly? DCU legend John Harkes speaks

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss D.C. United's draw with the Philadelphia Union. Then, club legend John Harkes joins the show to preview DCU's summer friendly against Scottish side Celtic FC. Rate and Subscribe! Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 165: DCU stands tall over Seattle

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss D.C. United's win over Seattle Sounders and the Washington Spirit losing to Orlando. Rate and Subscribe! Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 164: The Spirit win 4 straight matches!

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discusses the Washington Spirit's home win against the NWSL Champions Gotham FC and D.C. United's road lose in Queens vs. NYCFC. Listen to Spirit players Casey Krueger and Andi Sullivan as well as coaches Adrián González and Troy Lesesne. Rate and Subscribe! Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 163: Home loss in DC but road win in Houston

    In this week's episode, Mario and Jose discuss D.C. United's loss at home against Orlando City and the Washington Spirit's road win against Houston. Hear from DCU head coach Troy Lesesne, striker Christian Benteke and Washington Spirit interim head coach Adrián González. Rate and Subscribe! Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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    Episode 162: DC United vs. the Crew reaction, Washington Spirit signs Leicy Santos

    In this edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, José and Mario discuss D.C. United's road battle against the Columbus Crew and the Washington Spirit's signing of midfielder Leicy Santos. Rate and Subscribe! Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Soccer journalists José Umaña and Mario Amaya talk about on the main soccer topics in the DMV, including D.C. United, Washington Spirit and more! Follow us on Twitter at @Jose_M_Umana and @MarioAmaya1.

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