Game 26 - Sporting KC

It's Decision Day! Mario Ruiz gets you ready for LAFC's regular season finale in Seattle as the Black & Gold look to bounce back and build momentum heading into the MLS Cup Playoffs. Hear from LAFC interim head coach Xavi Tamarit, Sounders head coach Brian Schmetzer, and midfielder Paul Arriola ahead of this Western Conference showdown. Plus, Mario reflects on Cristiano Ronaldo's legendary international career and sits down with LAFC2 captain Decarlo Guerra ahead of Sunday's MLS NEXT Pro Cup Final in Chattanooga. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's the final regular season home game for the Black & Gold as LAFC welcome Minnesota United to BMO Stadium, and Mario Ruiz gets you ready for all the action on Countdown To Kickoff presented by BMO! Mario sits down with LAFC midfielder Mathieu Choinière to discuss the final two matches of the regular season and the push to the playoffs. Plus, sports and travel content creator Gio Garcia calls in to share his journey from covering LAFC in its early days to traveling the world for some of the biggest sporting events. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Derby Day in Los Angeles as Mario Ruiz gets you ready for another epic chapter of El Tráfico on Countdown To Kickoff presented by BMO! LAFC welcome the Galaxy to BMO Stadium with playoff positioning and bragging rights on the line as the Black & Gold look to build on their unbeaten run under interim head coach Xavi Tamarit. Mario sits down with LAFC midfielder Leo Walta to discuss his spectacular free kick against NYCFC and adjusting to life in LA. Plus, Apple TV's lead soccer play-by-play announcer Jake Zivin joins the show to break down what makes El Tráfico one of the most exciting rivalries in Major League Soccer! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mario Ruiz gets you ready for LAFC in the Big Apple as the Black & Gold head to Citi Field to take on NYCFC! Coming off their first win under interim head coach Xavi Tamarit, can LAFC keep the momentum rolling as the race to the playoffs heats up? LAFC defender Yevhen Cheberko joins Mario from New York to break down the challenge ahead and what it’ll take to bring home three points. Plus, Xavi Tamarit shares his thoughts on building consistency and continuing to establish LAFC’s identity as the team makes its push toward the postseason! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the latest episode of Countdown To Kickoff presented by BMO, Mario Ruiz reacts to LAFC’s 1-1 draw in the first match under interim head coach Xavi Tamarit as the Black & Gold gear up for a crucial playoff push. Mario sits down with World Cup winner and LAFC goalkeeper Hugo Lloris to discuss the importance of the final five games of the regular season. Plus, LAFC defender Eddie Segura joins Mario for a one-on-one conversation about his contract extension and what it means to continue wearing the Black & Gold. And with the playoff race heating up, Mario previews Wednesday night’s matchup against Austin FC at BMO Stadium! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this edition of Countdown to Kickoff presented by BMO, Mario Ruiz sits down one-on-one with LAFC interim Head Coach Xavi Tamarit for his first interview since taking over the Black & Gold. Plus, Mario catches up with defender Aaron Long to talk about having LAFC Owner Will Ferrell join the latest episode of the Ryan and Aaron Show. With the playoff race heating up, LAFC returns to BMO Stadium for a massive matchup against the first-place Vancouver Whitecaps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LAFC heads to Frisco, Texas for a massive Western Conference matchup with FC Dallas, and Mario Ruiz gets you ready for another important road test. Mario looks back at the 2-2 draw with San Jose, talks about the character LAFC showed while playing a man down. Plus, Mario sits down with Nkosi Tafari to talk about his return to Dallas, the banter at LAFC training, and what it’s like going up against his former club. With six LAFC players away on international duty and Aaron Long suspended, Mario breaks down the challenges facing the Black & Gold and why LAFC’s depth will be put to the test against FC Dallas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the latest episode of Countdown to Kickoff presented by BMO, Mario Ruiz sits down exclusively with Denis Bouanga to talk about LAFC’s final eight games of the regular season and what it will take to finish strong. Mario also catches up one-on-one with LAFC defender Sergi Palencia about his long road back from injury and what it felt like to finally return to the pitch. Plus, Mario previews a massive Western Conference matchup at Levi’s Stadium against the San Jose Earthquakes, with both teams battling for playoff positioning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the latest episode of Countdown To Kickoff presented by BMO, Mario Ruiz sits down one-on-one with LAFC Head Coach Marc Dos Santos following Wednesday night’s 2-0 win over Red Bull New York. Marc talks about the confidence he has in 17-year-old Jude Terry and what the young midfielder brings to the team when his number is called. Mario also previews LAFC’s next matchup on the road against Sporting Kansas City, as the Black & Gold look to build on their momentum. Plus, it’s the first of three straight road matches for LAFC with only nine regular-season games remaining. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mario Ruiz gets you ready for LAFC’s return home against Red Bull New York as LAFC look to snap a six-match winless streak. With just 10 regular-season matches remaining, LAFC sit third in the Western Conference but are only six points from first, making every point crucial down the stretch. Mario breaks down how injuries have impacted LAFC’s recent form and why the club needs to turn those draws into wins as they push for a top-four finish. Plus, a look back at the Leagues Cup Final and the strange reality that LAFC beat eventual champion Toluca. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices