Soccer 201: Tactics - Deep Dive into Positions and the Chaos of VAR | Special Guest Bridie O'Toole

Welcome to Casual FC, your ultimate Angel City match preview and footy therapy pod! In this exciting episode, they take you through a detailed Soccer 201 refresher class, where we explore the intricacies of soccer positions with the help of special guest Bridie O'Toole from 'Busy Watching Women's Soccer.' We talk about: Player roles, position numbers and formations and All things VAR - clear and obvious errors, its inconsistencies, and how we think it could be improved.

Tune in to learn more about soccer tactics, strategies, and the organized chaos that is VAR!

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00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement

02:02 Getting to Know Bridie O'Toole

03:39 Bridie's Soccer Journey

07:49 Stand-Up Comedy and Life Changes

10:34 Birth of the YouTube Channel

11:59 Casual FC Podcast Origins

17:56 Soccer 201: Advanced Tactics and Positions

22:58 Angel City's Formation and Strategy

25:49 Player Roles and Responsibilities

41:11 Meeting Sarah Gordon

43:42 Alana Kennedy's Role

46:48 Outside Defenders Discussion

52:06 Goalkeeper Situation

01:00:01 VAR Controversies

01:13:33 Closing Remarks and Social Media Plugs

In this episode of Casual FC, Angela Morales and Mario Salazar dive into the basics of soccer, perfect for newbies or casual fans! We cover everything from soccer terminology, exciting highlights like Sydney Leroux's legendary bicycle kick, and the fascinating world of TIFOs created by passionate fanbases. Whether you're just getting into soccer or need a refresher, this episode has you covered. Tune in for fun, insights, and a bit of shithousery!

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00:00 Cold Open: Technical Difficulties and Banter
01:12 Soccer 101: Refresher for Newbies
03:35 Understanding Soccer Terminology
05:06 Leagues and Teams Overview
06:00 Angel City FC and BMO Stadium
06:37 Supporters Section: La Fortaleza
08:09 Game Basics: Time and Scoring
16:45 Playoffs and Trophies
19:44 Field Layout and Positions
25:45 Understanding Yellow and Red Cards
26:34 The Impact of Red Cards on the Game
28:34 Exploring the Dogso Red Card
30:15 The Art of TIFOs
33:09 Offside Rule Explained
37:55 Rapid Fire Soccer Terms
51:29 Shithousery in Soccer
54:47 Wrapping Up and What's Next

NWSL Off-Season Madness | Casual FC

In this episode of Casual FC, we kick off the new year with a packed discussion about the latest Angel City and NWSL news. Angela and Mario dive into Angel City's new training facility, rave about the re-signing of Christen Press, and groan over the league transfers like Naomi Girma's move to Chelsea. Plus, we share heartfelt thoughts on the myriad player movements across the league and celebrate all of the NWSL teams' efforts in community support amidst tough times. Join us for a rollercoaster of emotions, from pride in our city to gearing up for the upcoming season. Grab your Capri Sun, sit back, and get ready for some footy therapy!

00:00 Introduction and Casual Banter

01:11 Welcome to Casual FC

01:17 Footy Therapy and Costco Adventures

02:38 Reflecting on Recent Events

05:37 NWSL Schedule Release

06:55 Upcoming Matches and Logistics

10:24 Decision Day and TV Broadcasts

12:56 Team Movements and Transfers

13:14 New Teams and Stadium Issues

19:30 Player Departures and Transfers

23:13 League Competitiveness and Challenges

27:08 Quick Whip Around the League

34:26 Chicago Fire Rebranding Controversy

37:21 Kansas City Team Improvements

38:56 Gotham FC's Turbulent Offseason

40:54 Retirement Wave in Women's Soccer

41:55 San Diego's New Additions and Challenges

49:05 Angel City's New Training Facility

50:51 Angel City's Coaching Changes

53:43 League-wide Player Movements

01:04:30 Supporting the Podcast and Community

Offseason Updates & Shenanigans: Angel City FC Recap

Welcome back to Casual FC! In this shenanisode, we dive into all things Angel City FC with the latest roster updates, offseason moves, and coaching changes. Join us as we discuss the retirement announcements of Merritt Mathias and Katie Johnson, the mysterious future of Christen Press, and new signings like Macey Hodge and Julie Dufour. Plus, we ramble about our thoughts on the 3 clap, the upcoming Coachella Valley Invitational, and our wild guesses for next season. Buckle up, it's a wild ride! Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more footy therapy!

00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Banter
01:17 Special Episode Announcement
02:12 Planner Talk and Neurodivergence
05:33 Shenanisode and Personal Updates
06:14 Offseason Movements and Player Updates
08:59 NWSL Chaos and League Updates
14:40 Retirements and Farewells
20:30 Current Roster and New Signings
28:24 Emotional Rollercoaster of WOSO Fans
29:05 Casey Phair's Potential Impact
29:37 Messiah Bright's Season Recap
31:28 New Signing: Julie Dufour
32:36 Roster Updates and Player Status
40:41 Coaching and Management Speculations
47:04 Fan Engagement and Traditions
51:34 Season Predictions and Hopes
54:42 Holiday Wishes and Closing Remarks

Join us in this special episode of Casual FC as we bid farewell to some of the most iconic players in NWSL history! We cover the retirements of legends like Alex Morgan, Kelly O'Hara, Alyssa Naeher, Christine Sinclair, and more. We talk about their incredible contributions both on and off the pitch, relive some of our favorite moments, and reflect on the lasting impact they'll leave on the game. Plus, we dive into everything from Merritt Mathias' epic on-field antics to meticulous squirrel-keeping. Celebrate the legacy of these phenomenal athletes with us as we remember the unforgettable eras they helped shape. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes. Stay tuned, and see you next season!

00:00 Introduction and House Bunny Reference
00:45 Welcome to Casual FC
01:15 Special Guest: Eva Friedman
01:34 Technical Difficulties and Setup
03:06 Retirement Retrospective Series
08:43 Alyssa Naeher: The Great Uncle
22:07 Becky Sauerbrunn: Captain America
30:40 Sinead Farrelly: A Journey of Resilience
42:50 Merritt Mathias: The Soccer Villain
55:44 Desiree Scott: The Destroyer
57:14 Guardianship and Career Challenges
59:10 NWSL Milestones and Attendance Issues
01:01:04 Gotham FC and Stadium Location
01:02:08 Olympic Medals and Canadian Federation Issues
01:03:17 Carrie Lawrence's Retirement
01:06:27 Christine Sinclair's Legacy
01:15:24 Sam Mewis: Tower of Power
01:21:25 Kelly O'Hara: The Ultimate Competitor
01:28:40 Alex Morgan: A True Leader
01:40:08 Reflecting on Retiring Legends
01:48:58 Closing Remarks and Future Plans

Angel City FC Season Recap and Emotional Moments | Casual FC

In this episode of Casual FC, Mario and Angela return after a short hiatus to recap the emotional season for Angel City FC. Don't miss our award segment featuring our almost Iron players, top scorers, and thoughts on upcoming free agents. Plus, some fun shenanigans and heartwarming stories, like Jun's return to running and our chaos award moments. Join us for all this and more as we wrap up the season with laughs, tears, and of course, footy therapy!

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:03 Season Recap and Emotional Support
03:35 Chaos Award Highlights
05:33 Playoff Chaos and Museum Visit
08:25 Upcoming Watch Party and Women's Sports Bars
12:09 Angel City Season Recap
24:03 Lineup Inconsistencies and Challenges
32:06 Highs and Lows of the Season
36:03 The Mental Challenge of Injury Recovery
36:17 Rediscovering the Love for Soccer
37:26 Press's Impact and Return
38:18 Season Highlights and Player Performances
39:34 Reflecting on the Season
43:04 Rookie of the Year Snub
46:34 Player Contributions and Free Agency
01:00:46 End of Season Wrap-Up
01:03:29 Community and Support
01:05:03 Final Thoughts and Farewell

Final Regular Season Match Preview & Free Agent News

Join us for this episode of Casual FC, where we talk about our chaotic shenanisode, the last match preview of the season for Angel City FC, and big news about Sydney Leroux re-signing with the club until 2027! We reflect on our season's highs and lows, discuss Decision Day, and preview the upcoming match against the Portland Thorns. Plus, we share some fun watch party details and voting reminders! Don't miss out on our farewell to the 2023 regular season.

🗓️ Friday, November 1st at 7pm

🏟️ Providence Park

⚽️ vs Portland Thorns

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00:00 Introduction and Halloween Shenanigans
02:16 Last Match Preview of the Regular Season
03:23 Upcoming Match Against Portland Thorns
06:17 Decision Day and Streaming Issues
11:38 Chaos Awards and Off-Season Drama
17:06 NWSL Disciplinary Actions
22:58 Playoff Picture and Final Matches
26:53 Frustrations with the NWSL Schedule
28:56 Pre-Game Hype: Taking on Portland
31:25 Reflecting on the Season's End
33:00 Community and Fan Connections
34:56 Free Agency and Roster Changes
35:10 Syd Leroux's Re-Signing Announcement
37:25 Hopes and Plans for Next Season
49:15 Final Match Details and Watch Party
50:11 Supporting the Podcast and Farewell

NWSL Playoff Drama, Emotional Retirements, and Exciting Merch!

Join us in this jam-packed episode of Casual FC! We chat about Angela's divided Dodgers-Yankees household and dive into thrilling postseason updates. We cover key NWSL results, playoff scenarios, and the 'Wooden Spoon' tradition. Go behind the scenes of Angel City's last games, including a chaotic 1-1 draw, celebrating Christen Press's 100th NWSL appearance and officiating controversies. Embrace the emotions of final season moments, touching retirements, and standout performances by Leroux and the Thompson sisters. Plus, enjoy Mario's cool stickers. Don't forget to tune in for the Angel City vs Thorns match preview at Providence Park! Follow, subscribe, and join our Discord for all the latest updates.

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00:00 Introduction and Host Banter
02:45 Election Day Reminder
03:47 Footy Therapy Session: Last Home Match
07:18 Chaos Award and Referee Critique
12:29 NWSL Playoff Picture
22:29 Controversial Refereeing and Racial Bias
24:43 Unexpected Goal and Halftime Shock
26:15 Defining a Banger Goal
27:24 Celebrating Christen Press's Milestone
29:41 Retirement Reflections and Emotions
34:03 Fan Interactions and Meetups
35:33 Final Thoughts and Season Recap
42:23 Upcoming Game and Watch Party Details