Big Sam had a dominant performance with 2 goals. He had a third called back for a narrow offsides call. I also think he won the MVP because he was carrying a smaller trophy after the game. Congratulations Sam!
Just grabbed tickets for the LAFC match and the U.S. Open Cup game vs. Houston. Curious how everyone’s feeling about squad rotation right now. Would you rather see us go all in on the Open Cup and try to make a serious run, or keep the focus on league form and momentum?
Personally, I think we should prioritize the Open Cup as much as possible. Maybe try to rest a few players with LA and sub them in towards the end. Then go light with D.C.
But with LA, D.C., and the Cup match all packed tightly, it's going to be like a real balancing act. The Cup looks like a legit shot at silverware, but the schedule makes it tricky. If you guys were the manager, what would you do with the lineups?
Pretty bummedthat they are only offering a $5 discount to season ticket members. $28 with fees vs $34 for general public.
I’ve seen a few ads for theme nights at City SC. Is that something you have to be specific tickets for, similar to the Cardinals?
Thanks to the 51 people that voted. Löwen is Player of the Match at 86%. Löwen via Joyner is Goal of the Match at 77%. There are two bonuses, one on who you’d want to face in the Quarterfinal and one on RP VAR.
A few matches were not yet finished when posted, but I updated the options as votes rolled in. So the “Winner of...” options were combined with updated results. Vote percentages are shown for the potential opposition. Less than half of responses submitted after the draw, and less than half of those opted for Houston Dynamo FC who we will face at home for the Quarterfinal match. In the description, I’ve included each team’s current MLS regular season Supporters Shield rank along with relative differences in points and goal differentials compared to CITY (currently 28th with 6pts and -7GD).
From top votes to least:
Houston Dynamo FC (32%; 15th; +6pts; +1GD) - see you at the Park May 19th
Atlanta United (23%; 26th; +1pt; -1GD)
Colorado Rapids (21%; 12th; +7pts; +11GD)
Columbus Crew (11%; 17th; +6pts; +8GD)
Orlando City (11%; 27th; +1pts; -10GD)
San Jose Earthquakes (2%; 1st; +21pts; +26GD)
New York City FC (0%; 16th; +6pts; +10GD)
The other bonus asked you to role play as VAR, since there is no VAR in these earlier rounds of US Open Cup. Durkin made a challenge in the box during the 83’ which was questioned as a potential penalty if there was VAR. 71% did not figure it warranted review while 29% did. Considering Durkin’s luck, we’re likely benefiting from no VAR this match.
City got a Tuesday night game for the team's first ever Open Cup quarterfinal.
⚽ CHI: Anton Salétros (63') ⚽ STL: Eduard Löwen (78'), Tomas Totland (71')
Chicago Fire FC: Joel Waterman, Chris Brady, Mauricio Pineda, Sergio Oregel, Maren Haile-Selassie, Dylan Borso (🔄 Andrew Gutman 77'), Hugo Cuypers (🔄 Jason Shokalook 65'), Philip Zinckernagel, Viktor Radojević (🔄 David Poreba 85'), Anton Salétros (🔄 Robin Lod 65'), Mbekezeli Mbokazi (🔄 Jack Elliott 85')
Subs: Andrew Gutman, Robin Lod, Jack Elliott, David Poreba, Josh Cohen, Jason Shokalook, Dje D’Avilla
St. Louis CITY SC: Chris Durkin, Daniel Edelman, Lukas MacNaughton, Roman Bürki, Sergio Córdova (🔄 Simon Becher 85'), Tomas Totland (🔄 Mbacke Fall 85'), Cedric Teuchert (🔄 Eduard Löwen 59'), Marcel Hartel, Timo Baumgartl, Conrad Wallem (🔄 Mykhi Joyner 59'), Dante Polvara
Subs: Simon Becher, Miguel Perez, Mykhi Joyner, Eduard Löwen, Ben Lundt, Mbacke Fall, Fallou Fall
^(Last Updated: Apr 29, 09:03PM. All data via mlssoccer.com. Match ID: MLS-MAT-000A8E)
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I received an email from STL SC yesterday basically saying "Get 2 Free Tickets On Us". While I've never attended a game, I'm on their email list. Before I registered the games were for October only. Vancouver, San Diego and one other I can't remember. Is attendance down? I'm now on a waiting list due to demand so unsure if I will claim them. Did anyone else receive this?
And would hold hosting priority over San Jose if both STL and San Jose move forward.
⚽ CHI: Anton Salétros (63') ⚽ STL: Eduard Löwen (78'), Tomas Totland (71')
Chicago Fire FC: Joel Waterman, Chris Brady, Mauricio Pineda, Sergio Oregel, Maren Haile-Selassie, Dylan Borso (🔄 Andrew Gutman 77'), Hugo Cuypers (🔄 Jason Shokalook 65'), Philip Zinckernagel, Viktor Radojević (🔄 David Poreba 85'), Anton Salétros (🔄 Robin Lod 65'), Mbekezeli Mbokazi (🔄 Jack Elliott 85')
Subs: Andrew Gutman, Robin Lod, Jack Elliott, David Poreba, Josh Cohen, Jason Shokalook, Dje D’Avilla
St. Louis CITY SC: Chris Durkin, Daniel Edelman, Lukas MacNaughton, Roman Bürki, Sergio Córdova (🔄 Simon Becher 85'), Tomas Totland (🔄 Mbacke Fall 85'), Cedric Teuchert (🔄 Eduard Löwen 59'), Marcel Hartel, Timo Baumgartl, Conrad Wallem (🔄 Mykhi Joyner 59'), Dante Polvara
Subs: Simon Becher, Miguel Perez, Mykhi Joyner, Eduard Löwen, Ben Lundt, Mbacke Fall, Fallou Fall
^(Last Updated: Apr 29, 09:04PM. All data via mlssoccer.com. Match ID: MLS-MAT-000A8E)
Really feel like we’re only few pieces away from being a real cup contender.
DP #9 is the obvious first fix
I’m not confident Fall or Mbacke are ever going to be starters on this team. Bring in a starting LCB to free up Polvara to become a utility guy in the back half of the field.
Last night proved that Joyner is an obvious upgrade over Santos at LWB. He and Totland need to be locked in starters moving forward.
A sured up defense reduces the need to have both Edelman and Durkin on the field at the same time. A starting caliber box to box MF would open up the middle channel as an actual option.
And then we need a backup for Hartel who can distribute up top.
This team has its issues. We are struggling in the western conference. However this win and the fact that we gave San Jose a game is GREAT SIGN. This team can go far. The schedule has screwed us so far. But, this team SHOULD Finnish in a playoff spot and it’s possible with a few good transfers we dominate next year. Hold the course have faith.
Does anyone know what I will get for guessing the correct score for the game today!🔥😁
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St. Louis CITY SC: OUT: Sangbin Jeong (knee), OUT: Jaziel Orozco (concussion protocol), OUT: Celio Pompeu (knee)
^(Last Updated: Apr 29, 04:00AM. All data via mlssoccer.com. Match ID: MLS-MAT-000A8E)
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Hello everyone, I’m originally from the Austin area but have moved to STL within the last year. Was wondering where I can go to watch the game Sunday afternoon? Thanks in advance.