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He is a World Cup winner, a seven time Bundesliga champion, a Serie A champion -- and a former member of the Metrostars. We can only be talking about the legend, LOTHAR MATTHAUS. Lothar joins EoS Radio to speak about his short and tumultuous stay with the Metrostars. He shares his insight and behind-the-scenes look at the drama of his stay -- even touching on the now-infamous St. Tropez incident! But before you get to Lothar, join Dave Martinez and Anthony Merced as they talk about the Toronto FC draw, the 12 match unbeaten run, dropping leads, Marsch's tactics and a brief preview of the Montreal Impact match. All right here on EoS Radio http://www.empireofsoccer.com On Twitter: @EoSRadio @DaveMartinezNY @AttitudeAJM On Facebook and Instagram: facebook.com/empireofsoccer instagram.com/empireofsoccer

EoS Radio is BACK, and we are talking to New York City FC striker Khiry Shelton! Shelton is coming off of a game tying goal against FC Dallas in a thrilling 2-2 draw at Yankee Stadium this weekend. He speaks about his role within the team, opens up about his roller coaster season, his maturation process with the club, his relationship with Patrick Vieira and the influence his recent hair cut has had on his career. Dave Martinez and Anthony Merced break down the FC Dallas match, talk Chicago Fire, Soccer Specific Stadiums, injury reports, Frank Lampard and so much more on this RETURN EPISODE of EoS Radio! VISIT: www.EMPIREOFSOCCER.com FOLLOW: EoS RADIO ON TWITTER (@EoSRadio) Empire of Soccer on Twitter (@EmpireOfSoccer) Dave Martinez on Twitter (@DaveMartinezNY) Anthony Merced on Twitter (@AttitudeAJM) FACEBOOK.COM/EMPIREOFSOCCER

Looking for a one-stop shop for all your Hudson River Derby needs? Well, we have you covered. After some technical difficulties in the 718 Studios, EoS Radio is back! This week, Dave Martinez and Anthony Merced get you ready for the Derby, breaking down all the drama heading into Sunday's sizzling hot encounter. We also have some words from NYCFC coach Patrick Vieira, Red Bulls boss Jesse Marsch and team captains David Villa and Dax McCarty. Get ready for the derby with us!

The New York Cosmos are coming off a heartbreaking loss in the U.S. Open Cup and a surprising victory to start their Fall campaign. Who better to gauge the temperature of the team than head coach Giovanni Savarese? The Cosmos boss joins EoS Radio to talk about the club, their Fall season, the disappointing end to their Open Cup campaign -- and the possibility of acquiring new talent in the summer. We break down the recent results, preview Miami FC and more on this 20th episode of EoS Radio.  

New York City FC are red hot, atop of the Eastern Conference following victories against the New England Revolution and the New York Red Bulls. Who better to break it down than Dylan Butler? MLSSoccer.com's NYCFC beat reporter breaks down the action of this past week, discusses the emergence of Jack Harrison, the trade of Poku and the possible transfer market targets for the team. Christian Araos and Dave Martinez review the victories, bringing you analysis of both matches and offering their take on the summer transfer window.

The New York Red Bulls have quite the gauntlet ahead of them, and they will be counting on the likes of Connor Lade to see them through. Dubbed "The Pitbull" by former head coach Mike Petke, Lade joins us to talk about his career in New York, the changes at the touchline, the Red Bulls recent run of bad luck and their coming matches against the Philadelphia Union and New York City FC. As always, we analyze the last few matches and preview the coming encounters on this, the 17th episode of EoS Radio:

Outside of David Villa, no player has given New York City FC fans more hope and joy than one Jack Harrison. Harrison joins the show this week and discusses his road to MLS, his time in NYCFC, playing alongside footballing royalty -- and the possibility of joining the U.S. Men's National Team. Christian Araos and Dave Martinez break down the action, reviewing the U.S. Open Cup loss to the New York Cosmos, going over the thrilling victory over the Philadelphia Union and setting the table on the Seattle Sounders. Take a listen!

The Spring season is over, but the New York Cosmos are looking to making international noise -- if they can make their way through the U.S. Open Cup. They took a meaningful step towards that goal with a 1-0 win over New York City FC. Joining us to talk about that match is the man who put the Cosmos over NYCFC, Mr. Danny Szetela! He shares his take on the match, and opens up about his unique career. From going pro at 16 years old to interest from Manchester City, Manchester United, his injury issues and resurrection with the Cosmos, Szetela tells all in this insightful chat. Dave Martinez goes solo this week, talking about the NYCFC match, previewing the Revolution and talking about the team's issues at Hofstra. All that and more on EoS Radio!  

Few people can speak to authority on the U.S. Men's National Team quite like former USMNT and Metrostars Tony Meola. We have the Jacksonville Armada boss on the show this week, talking about the USMNT's 2-0 loss to Colombia, their coming match against Costa Rica and what the U.S. needs to do in order to escape the group stages of the Copa America Centenario unscathed. Take a listen to this very special COPACAST!

The Rains of Castamere set the tone for this "Red Bull Wedding" special of the BLUECAST! To relive the 7-0 thrashing at the hands of the New York Red Bulls, we have enlisted the services of New York City FC midfielder Tommy McNamara and EoS beat writer Christian Araos.  We delve into the 7-0 loss, preview Orlando City, talk the Frank Lampard controversy, hail the performance of Jack Harrison and so much more on this, our 14th ever episode of EoS Radio!

Pinch yourselves New York Red Bulls fans -- that wasn't a dream. The Red Bulls beat New York City FC 7-0 at Yankee Stadium in their first Major League Soccer encounter of the season. To discuss the match, we have MIKE GRELLA -- or Grelladinho as the fans call him -- and he is sharing his experience from the match, including his back breaking assist on Bradley Wright-Phillips, his take of the atmosphere in the Bronx -- and he even talks about his FIFA feud with Lloyd Sam! We break down the match, preview Toronto FC and offer our opinion on everything Red Bulls right here, right now on EoS Radio!

It is a rare occurrence in sports today to nab an interview with an outgoing player -- especially when it's mere hours after his official move. Nevertheless, EoS Radio managed to speak to Michael Lahoud, now FORMER midfielder of the New York Cosmos, who was recalled by his parent club Philadelphia Union and sold off at a reported $300k to upstart NASL franchise, Miami FC. Lahoud speaks about his time in New York, addresses the shock of his transfer and gives a moment-by-moment breakdown of the entire affair. You won't want to miss this one folks. Take a listen.

The Hudson River Derby is here, and let's face it folks -- that is more than a single team podcast can handle. So call this the PURPLECAST! We are talking New York City FC vs. New York Red Bulls on this SPECIAL EDITION of the EoS Radio podcast! We break down the match up, talk a little history -- and then we give you a peak inside the rivalry. EoS Radio was at the MLS Rivalry Week Media Day, sitting alongside many of the heavy hitters of soccer media in exclusive interviews with the likes of David Villa, Mix Diskerud, Andoni Iraola, Dax McCarty and Bradley Wright-Phillips. What do they think of the rivalry? What do they expect come this Saturday? Tune in to find out! As always, follow EoS Radio on iTunes, Stitcher and Google Play!

It has been ten years for Luis Robles as a professional soccer player. It is also now 10 episodes of EoS Radio. Needless to say, we had to come together for this very special episode of EoSR! Robles looks back at his career, his early days as a "brash" young man -- and the role religion and married life played in carrying him through the tough times. It is a side of Luis Robles you won't want to miss. Dave Martinez flies solo this week, breaking down the draw at Orlando, previewing DC United, talking about Gonzalo Veron's return and having a strong take on the Karl Ouimette/Romeo Parkes incident. As always, we wind down the show with your emails on this special episode of EoSR!

What do Amy Schumer and Kim Kardashian have in common? Apparently, the answer to that question is Alecko Eskandarian. The New York Cosmos assistant coach speaks to EoS Radio this week about the team's dominating win over Miami FC, his experiences from the touchline with the Cosmos and Cosmos B ... and his interesting connections to Kardashian and Schumer. We delve into this week's spanking of Miami FC, previous FC Edmonton and take your emails on this, our ninth episode of EoS Radio!

Have New York City FC turned their fortunes around? That is the question on everyone's mind after NYCFC's big win over the Vancouver Whitecaps, 3-2 at Yankee Stadium. Helping us break down the team is none other than NYCFC Captain and World Cup hero David Villa! El Guaje joins the show and talks about the club's fortunes, his role as captain, his motivation -- and of course, his pleasure in seeing Atletico Madrid in the UEFA Champions League Final! NYCFC beat writer Christian Araos joins the show to break down the action and preview this week's DC United encounter. We round out the show with your questions and comments on this, our eighth episode of EoS Radio!

The New York Red Bulls are fresh off of an impressive and inspired 3-2 win -- and we have fan favorite Lloyd Sam joining us to talk about the match. Sam delves into the Orlando victory, New York's issues this season, and shares an anecdote about his Leeds days with Mike Grella that you won't want to miss. Dave Martinez flies solo this week, reviewing the Orlando win, previewing FC Dallas and taking your emails on this, our seventh episode of EoS Radio.

Are you a fan of New York Cosmos goalkeeper Jimmy Maurer? Then this is the episode for you.  Maurer opens up on his career and times with the Cosmos -- and how fatherhood kept him going. Jake Nutting joins the show to help analyze the team's loss at Minnesota United. We also preview this week's Carolina RailHawks encounter at Hofstra, talk Cosmos U-19 talents abroad and discuss the Elmont Stadium situation. We end the show with your takes on this week's GREENCAST!

The New York Red Bulls are in a tailspin, so EoS Radio has gone out to find some folks with answers. Goal.com editor and founder of SBISoccer.com Ives Galarcep joins the show this week to give us his take on the team's troubles. EoS Red Bulls beat writer Russ McKenzie and Dave Martinez break down the loss at Colorado and the coming match at Orlando City. And as always, we take your calls and emails on another episode of EoS Radio!

This week is a big match for NYCFC!  The boys in blue travel to Philadelphia to take on the Union! Philly.com reporter Jon Tannenwald joins the show to break down the action. Christian Araos joins in to recap the loss at Columbus and the coming Union encounter. And of course, we end with YOUR questions.