No game recap? No interview with a special guest? No problem. The boys at Defenders of the Banc tackle their first transfer window episode!
We focus on moves that either directly effect the roster of the Black and Gold or the teams chasing us for the Supporters Shield. LAFC takes a loss on local product Christian Ramirez as he gets shipped to Houston, the much-talked-about signing of Brian Rodriguez FINALLY becomes official, and, just when things had started to settle down, LAFC does make a move involving Diego! But… not that Diego! John Thorrington and friends pull off a last minute move inking Ecuadorian youth Diego Palacios to strengthen the back line even further. What a deadline day for the Black and Gold!
We run through significant moves made by Minnesota, Seattle, DC, Montreal, and, of course, the Cristian Pavon deal in Carson. In addition to transfer window info, Filly and The Scarf bring us up-to-the-minute standings in the race for the Shield and the 2019 U.S. Open Cup. We also preview the upcoming game at the Banc against the Jersey Boys, the New York Red Bulls.
While there is no This Day in LAFC History on this episode, the segment now has its own Instagram and Twitter accounts, @ThisDayInLAFC. There’s the usual (and unusual) ridiculousness, as both The Madness of “Filly Savage” and The Mania of “Scarf Hogan” make their return. Filly calls a 34-year-old a kid while using “tee hee” and quiver to describe him. Scarf mispronounces not one, but two German Bundesliga teams while his voice goes in and out for the entire episode.
Finally, the creative team at Defenders of the Banc is proud to announce a new podcast on the scene: Center Mid Chicks. Amy, Panda, and Nina combine forces to tackle all things in the world of women’s soccer, especially the NWSL. Their first episode will be up shortly, but until then, please follow them on IG and Twitter @centermidchicks!
While you gear up for our game on Sunday at the Banc, take a listen and enjoy Episode 51 of Defenders of the Banc!
