Recently listened to an interview of the head of sales on the Capital City podcast, and have a little bit of hope. Would love to have you interview some of the people in the Front Office.

Does seem like a weird time.

MLS Pressure. Fans need to pressure MLS. Expansion is nearly over, if it isn’t already. They won’t be able to afford to have teams so ineptly managed. If they want to grow MLS, they can’t have one of the biggest soccer markets be a complete dumpster fire.

DC United made their decisions: mls.app.link/kfWxkXG4BYb

Just adding zeros to that Malmo transfer fee.

Why was there a National Guard presence?

DC United should immediately snap him up for their NextPro team

Now that this season is over and there is no way for DC to make the playoffs, what do you want the team to play out the season? Are there specific players you want to get minutes?

Not for that price, I wouldn’t. Maybe a third of the fee. He’s good, but not that good.

Thanks!

Has anyone identified which Academy players played against Ethiopia? Is there a rule that the player’s names can’t be shared?

DCU (Academy) - 0
Ethiopia (almost full) NT - 3

So much hilarity in that quote.

Probably best for the club to have Joe Mamo resume his place in the background of the ownership group.

Did you see DC United’s youth development program announcement? I know you are pretty plugged into the youth development scene in the DMV. Is this something, anything? Is it a step in the right direction? Would love to get your thoughts?

The @dcsportsbog.bsky.social was miles ahead of its time.

Dan was instrumental in getting DC101's WaterWars into the DMV zeitgeist.

Just two youngsters trying to get some traction in a crowded media landscape.

You had an impact, Dan!

What happens to DC United, since they were paying most of his salary, and technically is their DP? Does this affect them at all?

Great show, though a bit depressing, but that’s life as a DC United fan. One request, can you please find out where DC United is with regards to MLS NextPro? I honestly think that’s one of the biggest weaknesses within the club. There are many other issues, but the biggest is lack of pathway to pros

Imagine if they could get him on a green card. The flexibility the team could have. It is interesting how much more efficient the club has been at securing green cards for their players.

Thanks, these rules are truly Byzantine.

One other thing is, move the plant stand out a bit further onto the pitch so that it stands out more and can be seen better.

Eh, this is fine.

I'm kinda over Badji but there isn't anyone on the bench to fill that role so whatever.

Gavin Turner with a goal and assist in his first MLSNP start for Chattanooga.

It's almost as if getting professional minutes continues the development to 1st team contributions.

🤔

People have said no, but reading the U-22 initiative rules, I don’t see why not.

This might not be right. If he’s 22 when he signs the contract, he could be eligible. I could be wrong, MLS rules are the definition of Byzantine, but the rule states he must be 22 years old or younger at the time of signing their first MLS contract.

Like why would you tbh?

This team will only improve if there is new ownership. The current owners are really bad at sports management, and don’t seem to have the capacity to make long term planning.

No one who has options and a vague familiarity with this league is taking the DCU job.

This is it.

Just wanted to check to make sure I understood this podcast episode correctly. DC United does have a free Academy, but like other MLS Clubs, there are tiers for the players, and there are a selection of schooling choices, players and their families can choose from. Is this correct?

No show tonight, all eyes on the Open Cup on Wednesday. News outlet here reporting Gabriel Pirani is on his way Vasco de Gama in Brazil. Says here team will release him from his contract. Frees up a U-22 slot if this window. #DCU

This is where I would spend a DP roster spot. Creative goal scoring wing. On a different note, I would move Stroud back in the lineup. With his energy, hustle, and willingness to stick a foot in, I’d rather him play as a Six.