The 2018 MLS Regular Season is finally here! We take a look at some of the more standout injuries the league has seen this offseason with Jordan Morris, Kellyn Acosta, and Dom Dwyer, along with their potential impact. After that, we dive into the league's performance in the CONCACAF Champions League. Toronto FC was able to take care of business against the Colorado Rapids, but the Seattle Sounders, FC Dallas, and New York Red Bulls all failed to earn a victory. Finally, we look at each matchup of Week 1 and share our thoughts. Enjoy!

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MLS Multiplex Podcast: S02E02 - Recapping CCL and Previewing MLS Week 1

Welcome to the second episode of the NYSS! Today Tevan and Liam preview both New York sides' 2018 season, discuss their preseason friendlies, new signings, as well as RBNY's first game of competitive match of 2018 in the CCL.NYCFC: STADIUM UPDATE!!! Cavani on Trial?Justin Haak- 16 years old youth academyEarned a trip to mexico after impressive showing against LA GalaxyCame on to Cavani Cheers from crowd in MexicoAre we terrible or am I freaking out too early?1-1 vs LAFC3-0 losses to LA Galaxy, San LuisAre we still too reliant on David Villa?Jo Inge Berget missing?Ebenezer Ofori officialRBNY: Kaku saga finally comes to an endCCL PreviewStrategy ahead of 2/22 clash in San Jose vs. Olimpia CD Red Bulls beat Phoenix Rising FC 3-2 & tie SKC 1-1 Early takeaways Season Preview:POTY prediction:Formation prediction:Regular Season prediction: Leading Goal Scorer:Surprise contributor: Place Finish & Play-offs?  

The New York Soccer Show - Episode 2

Hold on to your seats, the MLS Multiplex Podcast is back! Jordan Jacobsen and Juan Herrera dive in with a great discussion on some of the trending topics currently surrounding MLS. Will Zlatan finally sign with the Galaxy and how will that impact the team? What does Jack Harrison's move to Europe mean for NYCFC moving forward? What about the Red Bulls and their use of synergy? And finally, is it ok to start celebrating the newly announced MLS Miami team?After that, the guys share their thoughts on the USMNT's most recent draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina and what the federation seems to be missing. Then finally, which MLS team has had the best offseason so far? They'll discuss a few teams and what they are looking for ahead of the 2018 season. Have the Galaxy finally turned things around? Will Orlando City finally make the playoffs? What should we expect this season from two teams who struggled last year, the Colorado Rapids and DC United? And how would they rate Los Angeles FC and the moves they have made before their debut season?Like what you hear? Don't forget to like and subscribe! Stay up to date and more with great content at MLSMultiplex.com.

MLS Multiplex Podcast: S02E01 - Recapping the offseason and talking USMNT

Welcome to Episode 1! On this episode we discuss Jack Harrison to Middlesborough, Ebenezer Ofore to NYCFC, RBNY Sign Rzatkowski, #KakuWatch Finally Over? & Opening preseason matches.Show Notes:NYCFC Jack Harrison signs a loan to Middlesbrough from Man CityThe purchase was between $6-$7 million, however, it contains performance bonuses and selling bonus so NYCFC gets $$ in long term. reports Man City matched Stoke Price?Contract is 3.5 years, Loan is until end of season, Man City can send on loan or sell himEbenezer Ofori joins NYCFC on Loan from VFB Stuttgart, AIK Stockholm22 years old16/17 15 Appearances, 0 goals 0 assists 15/16 34 appearances, 4 goals 4 assists, 11 yellowsGhana: 6 appearances, 1 goalFirst preseason game, outline preseason schedule ($10 away games)NYCFC beat JU 5-2, highlights show Jax sucked but Tinnerholm impressiveNYCFC goes to Cali, then MexicoGio Reyna, their next homegrown signing? Some reports that he wants to go to Europe; is attempting to get a Portuguese passport so he can play in Europe before he turns 18. Vieira said signing Reyna is a possibility.Red Bulls Red Bulls sign Marc Rzatkowski on loan from RB Salzburg Pronounced shhkofski, somehow17/18- 14 appearances, 3 goals, 3 assists. 10 games missed through injury.16/17- 13 games, 2 goals, 2 assists. 8 games missed through injury. 15/16 w/ St. Pauli, 29 games, 8 goals, 7 assists. 3 games missed through injury. Started in 27 games. Kaku Watch UpdatesDEAL HAS GONE THRU!!Formation in scrimmages versus USF & Revs 

The New York Soccer Show - Episode 1

Hello and welcome back to the MLS Multiplex Podcast Channel. My name is Nathan Reynolds and I am one of the two site experts at MLSMultiplex.com. This is a quick check in to explain our podcasting plans for 2018.Over the next few months we will be introducing at least three podcast series under the MLS Multiplex banner. First, we have the banner series in which myself and Jordan Jacobsen discuss the top news, results, rumors and upcoming matches in MLS. Look for additional guest hosts to join from the MLS Multiplex staff, the FanSided network and friends of the site.Second, and the first to get rolling in 2018, is the New York Soccer Show. Hosted by Liam and Tev, each weekly they will run through the latest in the world of the New York Red Bulls and New York City FC. Look for that show weekly as they tackle MLS in the big apple.And finally, later in 2018 we will return the Free Kicks Report, in which I interview players, team owners, league officials, and more from across all US professional leagues – MLS, NWSL, USL, PDL, NPSL, etc. You can find 10 episodes of the Free Kicks Report from 2017 in the archives, which also feature a new musical artist each week.We hope you enjoy the new content coming to the MLS Multiplex channel in 2018. As always send us your thoughts and questions on Twitter at @MLSMultiplex. 

MLS Multiplex Podcast Channel Update - 2018

It's part two of our 2017 review of all this MLS. Matt Nelson, joins the show again as we discuss FC Dallas' struggles in the second half of the year, the New York Red Bulls / Toronto FC bust-up in the playoffs, the Portland Timbers winning the Western Conference, but losing key pieces, the Columbus Crew controversy, MLS attendance and TV ratings, the MLS Cup, and the expansion race, and what we are looking forward to in MLS in 2018.Music this week comes from Michael Mceachern (https://soundcloud.com/michaelmceachern). For more on Michael, check out his website (http://michaelmceachern.com/ ).

Free Kicks Report - Episode 10 - MLS Year in Review (2017) - Part 2

2017 has been an eventful year for MLS, both on and off the pitch. As the year comes to a close, we take a look back at some of the key events and clubs that stood out. Matt Nelson, joins the show as we look at the first half of the year - the Chicago Fire, two new clubs to the league, Orlando's new stadium, Houston's turnaround, VAR, the Real Madrid All-Star Match, LA Galaxy's struggles, and more.Music this week comes from The DLX (https://soundcloud.com/thedlx). For more on the band, check out their website (https://www.thedlx.net).

Free Kicks Report - Episode 9 - MLS Year in Review (2017) - Part 1

Episode 8 of the Free Kicks Report series. DC United Attacking Midfielder, Patrick Nyarko, joins the show to talk about his career from Ghana to Virginia Tech to the Chicago Fire and DC United in MLS.Music this week comes from Australian band Kinematic (https://soundcloud.com/kinematicmusic). For more on the band, check out their website (http://www.kinematic.info?).

Free Kicks Report - Episode 8 (Patrick Nyarko - MLS/DC United)

Episode 7 of the Free Kicks Report series. USWNT & NWSL Player's Association President, Yael Averbuch, joins the show to talk about her career, the newly formed association, the NWSL, FC Kansas City, the new Salt Lake City franchise and her company Techne Futbol.Music this week comes from UK-based band Lower Loveday (https://soundcloud.com/hippo-campus). For more on the band, check out their website (https://www.lowerloveday.com/).Yael Averbuch - http://www.yaelaverbuch.com/Techne Futbol - http://www.technefutbol.com/?

Free Kicks Report - Episode 7 (Yael Averbuch - NWSL)

Episode 6 of the Free Kicks Report series. Nathan is joined by the co-founder and team president of Asheville City SC from the NPSL. We discuss the club's first season, their unique season ticket deal, and the recent announcement of a women's club in the WPSL.Music this week comes from Hippo Campus (https://soundcloud.com/hippo-campus). For more on the band, check out their website (http://hippocampusband.com/) Asheville City SC - https://www.ashevillecitysc.com/

Free Kicks Report - Episode 6 (Ryan Kelley - Asheville City SC)

Episode 5 of the Free Kicks Report series. Nathan is joined by the co-founder and team president of Tobacco Road FC from the Premier Development League (PDL). We discuss the club's growth from a local adult amateur league team to a division 4 club in Durham, NC.Music this week comes from Brett Harris (https://soundcloud.com/brettharrismusic). For more on Brett, check out his website (http://www.brettharrismusic.com/).Tobacco Road FC - https://www.tobaccoroadfc.com/Luka The Lion Foundation - http://www.lukathelionfoundation.org/

Free Kicks Report - Episode 5 (Seth Kaplan - Tobacco Road FC)

Episode 4 of the Free Kicks Report series. Nathan is joined by the founder and owner of the 2018 USL expansion side Las Vegas Lights FC, Brett Lashbrook. We discuss how the project came about and the promising start for the USL's newest club.Music this week comes from The Mynabirds (https://soundcloud.com/mynabirds/)Las Vegas Lights FC - http://www.lasvegaslightsfc.com/

Free Kicks Report - Episode 4 (Brett Lashbrook - Las Vegas Lights FC)

Episode 3 of the Free Kicks Report series. Nathan is joined by Justin & Patrick from Land-Grant Brewing Company in Columbus, OH. They discuss the Supporter Series beer line, the Columbus Crew's season, and the potential move to Austin, TX.Music this week comes from The Regrets (https://soundcloud.com/wearetheregrets)Land-Grant Brewing's Supporter Series - https://www.landgrantbrewing.com/beer/supporters-series/3rd Anniversary Event Details - https://www.landgrantbrewing.com/anniversary/

Free Kicks Report - Episode 3 (Land-Grant Brewing)

Episode 2 of the Free Kicks Report series is here! Nathan is joined by Team President and Co-Owner of South Georgia Tormenta FC from the PDL, Darin Van Tassell. They discuss his background from international baseball into soccer, the creation of the club, pursuing USL D3 expansion in 2019, and the US loss to T&T.Music this week comes from Panama Wedding (@panamawedding) (soundcloud.com/panamawedding).Tormenta FC's proposed soccer stadium renderings - http://www.usld3.com/news_article/show/809099

Free Kicks Report - Episode 2 (Darin Van Tassell - Tormenta FC)

The Free Kicks Report series is here! In episode 1 Nathan interviews Paige Nielsen (@Paigenielsen), currently with Suwon FMC in the WK League (South Korea). We discuss her journey from UNC to South Korea, with stops in the NWSL, Cyprus and the W-League in Australia.Music this week comes from The David Motel (@thedavidmotel) (soundcloud.com/thedavidmote).MLS 24 Under 24 Series - https://www.mlssoccer.com/series/24-under-24/2017

Free Kicks Report - Episode 1 (Paige Nielsen)

The MLS Multiplex Podcast is devoted to the MLS and American soccer, with analysis, transfer rumors and more. The Free Kicks Report series features interviews with players, front office members, and the media.

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