https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/chromaniacs-a-san-diego-fc-podcast--6646952
Support Craig: patreon.com/padreshottub

Support Tony: sandiego.futbol

Support Alex: chromaticfc.substack.com

]]>enSoccerCopyright Craig Elstenhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a0874e8170d4c0dcf59d57891442e5c2.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/chromaniacs-a-san-diego-fc-podcast--6646952Sun, 02 Aug 2026 13:35:54 +0000Craig ElstenCraig Elstentony@sandiego.futbolChromaniacs is the independent San Diego FC podcast the world has been waiting for! Join veteran broadcasters Craig Elsten and Tony Sanchez, along with Chromatic FC substack author Alex Peña for a weekly look at what's happening with SDFC and MLS....
Support Craig: patreon.com/padreshottub

Support Tony: sandiego.futbol

Support Alex: chromaticfc.substack.com

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• A 1-1 draw that felt like a bit of a gift thanks to a questionable penalty call
• The lineup still has a ways to go to get to the club's best eleven
• Man of the Match: C.J. Dos Santos, for some dynamic saves to preserve the point
• Riptides president Matthew Buse joins us on stage with his match thoughts and more
• With 4-of-9 points since the break, SDFC is kind-of righting the ship?
• Leagues Cup is next and the boys have ideas on how SDFC should handle it

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73336556Sun, 02 Aug 2026 13:35:50 +0000Craig ElstenFor the first time, The Chromaniacs did a live remote broadcast for the Postgame Show! Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña were live on the patio outside Hopnonymous Brewing off Convoy Court, breaking down SDFC's 1-1 draw against Minnesota United...

• A 1-1 draw that felt like a bit of a gift thanks to a questionable penalty call
• The lineup still has a ways to go to get to the club's best eleven
• Man of the Match: C.J. Dos Santos, for some dynamic saves to preserve the point
• Riptides president Matthew Buse joins us on stage with his match thoughts and more
• With 4-of-9 points since the break, SDFC is kind-of righting the ship?
• Leagues Cup is next and the boys have ideas on how SDFC should handle it

]]>2993anders,brewing,chromaniacs,diego,draw,dreyer,fc,hopnonymous,minnesota,penalty,postgame,reaction,riptides,san,sdfc,show,thechromaniacs,unitedfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2e19-not-a-mini-task-to-face-minny--73283204

• The Chromaniacs are hitting the road for a special live show on Saturday night, details inside!
• MLS 3.0? The league weighs new rules to make team building simpler, Alex breaks down the possible changes
• SDFC has added new players, but when will we actually see them on the field, and, who's going to leave to make room for the additions?
• Sign Guy threatens two more years of flyovers if SDFC doesn't bring back Chucky!
• Training Ground Sound: head coach Mikey Varas and new right back Dagur Dan
• SDFC-Minnesota United FC preview

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73283204Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:56:15 +0000Craig ElstenOn this week's episode of The Chromaniacs, with Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña... - The Chromaniacs are hitting the road for a special live show on Saturday night, details inside! - MLS 3.0? The league weighs new rules to make team...

• The Chromaniacs are hitting the road for a special live show on Saturday night, details inside!
• MLS 3.0? The league weighs new rules to make team building simpler, Alex breaks down the possible changes
• SDFC has added new players, but when will we actually see them on the field, and, who's going to leave to make room for the additions?
• Sign Guy threatens two more years of flyovers if SDFC doesn't bring back Chucky!
• Training Ground Sound: head coach Mikey Varas and new right back Dagur Dan
• SDFC-Minnesota United FC preview

]]>46353.0,andres,chromaniacs,dagur,dan,diego,fc,mikey,minnesota,mls,podcast,preview,reyes,san,sdfc,soccer,thechromaniacs,united,varasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-chromaniacs-postgame-show-san-diego-fc-1-0-fc-dallas--73176774

• The Chrome and Azul got back to form, controlling possession and moving the ball well
• A blistering goal from Alejandro Alvarado outside the 18 gave SDFC the lead
• Onni Valakari had a chance (or chances) to double the lead
• Manu Duah almost gave the result away with a late turnover but made up for it with a brilliant defensive scramble
• Did FC Dallas use the right tactics to break down SDFC's attack?
• Post-match sound from head coach Mikey Varas and midfielder Alejandro Alvarado

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73176774Sun, 26 Jul 2026 13:41:20 +0000Craig ElstenCraig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña gathered live on YouTube after a 1-0 SDFC win over FC Dallas! - The Chrome and Azul got back to form, controlling possession and moving the ball well - A blistering goal from Alejandro Alvarado outside the 18...

• The Chrome and Azul got back to form, controlling possession and moving the ball well
• A blistering goal from Alejandro Alvarado outside the 18 gave SDFC the lead
• Onni Valakari had a chance (or chances) to double the lead
• Manu Duah almost gave the result away with a late turnover but made up for it with a brilliant defensive scramble
• Did FC Dallas use the right tactics to break down SDFC's attack?
• Post-match sound from head coach Mikey Varas and midfielder Alejandro Alvarado

]]>3533alvarado,azul,chromaniacs,chrome,dallas,diego,duah,fc,goal,manu,mls,postgame,san,sdfc,show,thechromaniacs,winfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2e18-ssdd-same-stuff-different-day--73147037

• Go through the highlights and lowlights of Wednesday's loss
• How can SDFC get more out of their midfield?
• Head coach Mikey Varas puts it on the ref, was a penalty deserved against Colorado?
• Looking ahead to Saturday, hoping it will be a diffferent day AND a different result

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73147037Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:01:51 +0000Craig ElstenSan Diego FC came out of the summer break and laid an egg. The 1-0 loss at Colorado featured very little offense, more turnovers out of the back, and another second-half stoppage time goal to steal away a result. On this episode of The Chromaniacs,...

• Go through the highlights and lowlights of Wednesday's loss
• How can SDFC get more out of their midfield?
• Head coach Mikey Varas puts it on the ref, was a penalty deserved against Colorado?
• Looking ahead to Saturday, hoping it will be a diffferent day AND a different result

]]>3734chromaniacs,colorado,dallas,diego,fc,league,loss,major,mikey,mls,podcast,preview,rapids,review,san,sdfc,soccer,thechromaniacs,varasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2e17-second-half-kickoff-who-s-new-who-s-coming-and-second-half-preview--73099440
We'll be back with a new episode on Thursday, and a live post-match show on YouTube after SDFC/Dallas FC on Saturday night!  ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73099440Wed, 22 Jul 2026 04:39:40 +0000Craig ElstenThe Chromaniacs are back for the second half of the MLS season! Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña start off with some World Cup chatter, then dig into the first moves made by San Diego FC in the summer transfer window. Is there another left...
We'll be back with a new episode on Thursday, and a live post-match show on YouTube after SDFC/Dallas FC on Saturday night!  ]]>5300achouri,chromaniacs,chucky,colorado,diego,elias,fc,half,lozano,mikey,mls,podcast,preview,rapids,san,sdfc,second,soccer,thechromaniacs,varasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-chromaniacs-postgame-show-san-diego-fc-2-4-vancouver-whitecaps--72146777
Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez (live from Snapdragon Stadium) and Alex Peña (checking in from vacation in South Korea!) got together late on Saturday night to recap the loss, discuss the trends that defined the first half of the San Diego FC season, and to hear post-match comments from head coach Mikey Varas. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146777Sun, 24 May 2026 21:35:46 +0000Craig ElstenSDFC ended the first half of their season with a thud, dropping a 4-2 decision to the top team in MLS right now, Vancouver Whitecaps. Brian White had two goals and two assists to power the 'Caps victory, while youngsters David Vazquez and Brian Zamblé...
Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez (live from Snapdragon Stadium) and Alex Peña (checking in from vacation in South Korea!) got together late on Saturday night to recap the loss, discuss the trends that defined the first half of the San Diego FC season, and to hear post-match comments from head coach Mikey Varas. ]]>2938brian,chromaniacs,david,diego,fc,loss,podcast,postgame,san,sdfc,show,thechromaniacs,vancouver,vazquez,white,whitecapsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2e16-terrible-sdfc-memes-joins-the-show-sdfc-vancouver-preview--72122837

• Brandon (Terrible SDFC Memes) joins us for the first half-hour of the show!
• Memes tells us about his experience last week as Keeper of the Flow
• What are the expectations for the summer window?
• Training Ground Sound: Varas--Ingvartsen--Alavardo
• SDFC-Vancouver preview, last match before the break!

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72122837Fri, 22 May 2026 23:50:09 +0000Craig ElstenOn this week's episode of the Chromaniacs... - Brandon (Terrible SDFC Memes) joins us for the first half-hour of the show! - Memes tells us about his experience last week as Keeper of the Flow - What are the expectations for the summer window? -...

• Brandon (Terrible SDFC Memes) joins us for the first half-hour of the show!
• Memes tells us about his experience last week as Keeper of the Flow
• What are the expectations for the summer window?
• Training Ground Sound: Varas--Ingvartsen--Alavardo
• SDFC-Vancouver preview, last match before the break!

]]>3701alvarado,antonio,chromaniacs,ingvartsen,interview,marcus,memes,mikey,podcast,preview,sdfc,terrible,thechromaniacs,vancouver,varas,whitecapsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-chromaniacs-postgame-show-san-diego-fc-3-3-cincinnati-fc--72043389
Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez (live from Snapdragon Stadium) and Alex Peña talked through the entire match in front of a big crowd live on YouTube, including another bravura performance from Marcus Ingvartsen, wonderful assists from youngsters Soma and Saidi, and some great saves on both sides of the pitch. But what happened on that final sequence? Hear post-match sound from head coach Mikey Varas, midfielder Pedro Soma and forward Marcus Ingvartsen. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72043389Sun, 17 May 2026 18:05:53 +0000Craig ElstenOH SO FRUSTRATING! SDFC played a wild up-and-down match against FC Cincinnati, rallies from 2-1 down in the second half to take a last-second 3-2 lead...but it wasn't the *very last* second. Cincy got one more kickoff and scored an equalizer in the...
Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez (live from Snapdragon Stadium) and Alex Peña talked through the entire match in front of a big crowd live on YouTube, including another bravura performance from Marcus Ingvartsen, wonderful assists from youngsters Soma and Saidi, and some great saves on both sides of the pitch. But what happened on that final sequence? Hear post-match sound from head coach Mikey Varas, midfielder Pedro Soma and forward Marcus Ingvartsen. ]]>4322blown,chromaniacs,draw,duran,fccincinnati,ferree,ingvartsen,lead,marcus,mikey,pedro,podcast,postgame,post-match,sdfc,soma,thechromaniacs,varasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-chromaniacs-postgame-show-san-diego-fc-5-austin-fc-0--72022214
Live on YouTube on Wednesday night, Craig, Tony and Alex went through all the storylines of the match, and heard post-match sound from Mikey Varas and Marcus Ingvartsen!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72022214Fri, 15 May 2026 16:01:23 +0000Craig ElstenA win! A win! SDFC, for the first time in over two months, won a MLS match, thoroughly dominating Austin on Wednesday night by a 5-0 score. San Diego found new scoring options through a huge performance from David Vazquez, notable contributions from...
Live on YouTube on Wednesday night, Craig, Tony and Alex went through all the storylines of the match, and heard post-match sound from Mikey Varas and Marcus Ingvartsen!]]>3810austin,chromaniacs,diego,fc,live,match,post,san,sdfc,show,thechromaniacs,winfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2e15-special-guest-matt-doyle-joins-the-show-sdfc-seattle-preview--71922756

• Special guest Matt Doyle (from Tactics-Free Zone, formerly mlssoccer.com) joins Craig and Alex for a half-hour to discuss the volatility of MLS, and what the veteran writer sees as the pitfalls for a second-year franchise
• Then, Tony joins the show and we go through this week's Training Ground Sound, hearing from Mikey Varas, Amahl Pellegrino and Anibal Godoy
• SDFC at Seattle this Saturday, can the battered and young Azul and Chrome find a result against an organized and well-playing Sounders side?

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71922756Fri, 08 May 2026 13:20:08 +0000Craig ElstenOn this week's episode of the Chromaniacs... - Special guest Matt Doyle (from Tactics-Free Zone, formerly mlssoccer.com) joins Craig and Alex for a half-hour to discuss the volatility of MLS, and what the veteran writer sees as the pitfalls for a...

• Special guest Matt Doyle (from Tactics-Free Zone, formerly mlssoccer.com) joins Craig and Alex for a half-hour to discuss the volatility of MLS, and what the veteran writer sees as the pitfalls for a second-year franchise
• Then, Tony joins the show and we go through this week's Training Ground Sound, hearing from Mikey Varas, Amahl Pellegrino and Anibal Godoy
• SDFC at Seattle this Saturday, can the battered and young Azul and Chrome find a result against an organized and well-playing Sounders side?

]]>4240amahl,anibal,chromaniacs,diego,doyle,fc,godoy,interview,matt,mikey,mls,pellegrino,podcast,preview,san,sdfc,seattle,sounders,thechromaniacs,varasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chromaniacs-post-match-show-san-diego-fc-2-2-lafc--71840681just long enough for LAFC to use his missing presence and score their first goal of the match. Then, in his return to play after missing months with facial fractures, goalkeeper CJ Dos Santos was put in a difficult spot in the 94th minute, dove to gather the ball...and got KICKED IN THE FACE. AGAIN. Duran Ferree came off the bench, and five minutes later LAFC found a controversial equalizer (was that a handball??) on a corner kick. 

Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez (live from Snapdragon Stadium) and Alex Peña break down all the key moments of the match and hear post-match sound from head coach Mikey Varas, captain Anibal Godoy and brace-scoring forward Marcus Ingvartsen. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71840681Sun, 03 May 2026 16:02:35 +0000Craig ElstenOh, so frustrating! San Diego FC played their best match in over a month on Saturday night, led LAFC 2-0 after eighty minutes, and somehow settled for a 2-2 draw. Why? A confluence of misfortune, starting with captain Anibal Godoy being taken off the...just long enough for LAFC to use his missing presence and score their first goal of the match. Then, in his return to play after missing months with facial fractures, goalkeeper CJ Dos Santos was put in a difficult spot in the 94th minute, dove to gather the ball...and got KICKED IN THE FACE. AGAIN. Duran Ferree came off the bench, and five minutes later LAFC found a controversial equalizer (was that a handball??) on a corner kick. 

Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez (live from Snapdragon Stadium) and Alex Peña break down all the key moments of the match and hear post-match sound from head coach Mikey Varas, captain Anibal Godoy and brace-scoring forward Marcus Ingvartsen. ]]>4514anibal,chromaniacs,diego,draw,fc,godoy,ingvartsen,lafc,marcus,mikey,podcast,postgame,san,sdfc,show,thechromaniacs,varastruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2e14-injuries-or-system-what-s-going-wrong-for-sdfc--71814109

• How does SDFC replace the injured Jeppe Tverskov in the lineup?
• What's going wrong in season two, is it simply the injuries and red cards?
• How much is SDFC's system on trial?
• Folks, Mikey Varas and Tyler Heaps aren't leaving
• Training Ground Sound from Varas
• SDFC-LAFC preview, are the Azul and Chrome catching LAFC in a trap game?

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71814109Fri, 01 May 2026 13:38:04 +0000Craig ElstenOn this week's show... - How does SDFC replace the injured Jeppe Tverskov in the lineup? - What's going wrong in season two, is it simply the injuries and red cards? - How much is SDFC's system on trial? - Folks, Mikey Varas and Tyler Heaps aren't...

• How does SDFC replace the injured Jeppe Tverskov in the lineup?
• What's going wrong in season two, is it simply the injuries and red cards?
• How much is SDFC's system on trial?
• Folks, Mikey Varas and Tyler Heaps aren't leaving
• Training Ground Sound from Varas
• SDFC-LAFC preview, are the Azul and Chrome catching LAFC in a trap game?

]]>5018chromaniacs,diego,dream,fc,five,heaps,lafc,losing,match,mikey,podcast,preview,right,san,sdfc,streak,thechromaniacs,to,tyler,varasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2e13-hard-times--71602841

• Two more dispiriting losses
• How can the club keep playing Osvald Søe?
• Another red card lol at least it wasn't a defender
• Mikey Varas post-Houston sound
• How can SDFC improve their team right now?
• Is it time for a change at keeper?
• SDFC-Portland preview

Like the show? Check out our live post-match shows on YouTube, and leave a five-star review!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71602841Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:46:51 +0000Craig ElstenSDFC has lost a franchise-worst four straight matches in MLS, and if you go back to Champions Cup, the drought is even longer. Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña get together and discuss: - Two more dispiriting losses - How can the club keep...

• Two more dispiriting losses
• How can the club keep playing Osvald Søe?
• Another red card lol at least it wasn't a defender
• Mikey Varas post-Houston sound
• How can SDFC improve their team right now?
• Is it time for a change at keeper?
• SDFC-Portland preview

Like the show? Check out our live post-match shows on YouTube, and leave a five-star review!]]>4812chromaniacs,chucky,diego,dreyer,fc,houston,losing,loss,mikey,podcast,portland,preview,san,sdfc,streak,thechromaniacs,varasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chromaniacs-postgame-show-san-diego-fc-blown-out-by-rsl-4-2--71464341https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71464341Sun, 19 Apr 2026 17:45:21 +0000Craig ElstenTony Sanchez, Alex Peña and Abraham Zepeda got together on Saturday night after a disappointing 4-2 loss at Real Salt Lake to discuss early defensive breakdowns, a possible change in goal going forward, the lack of defensive depth crushing SDFC's...3391anders,chromaniacs,diego,dreyer,duran,fc,ferree,ingvartsen,lake,loss,marcus,osvald,postgame,real,salt,san,sdfc,show,søe,thechromaniacsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2e12-seeing-red-cards--71395807

• SDFC has taken six red cards in six matches, what the heck is happening here?
• Has SDFC gotten *too* young?
• The club is using young players at a globally-high rate
• Training Ground Sound: Mikey Varas--Luca Bombino--Anibal Godoy
• SDFC-RSL preview

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71395807Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:12:07 +0000Craig ElstenThis week on Chromaniacs:  - SDFC has taken six red cards in six matches, what the heck is happening here? - Has SDFC gotten *too* young? - The club is using young players at a globally-high rate - Training Ground Sound: Mikey Varas--Luca...

• SDFC has taken six red cards in six matches, what the heck is happening here?
• Has SDFC gotten *too* young?
• The club is using young players at a globally-high rate
• Training Ground Sound: Mikey Varas--Luca Bombino--Anibal Godoy
• SDFC-RSL preview

]]>4438anibal,bombino,chromaniacs,diego,fc,godoy,interview,lake,luca,match,mikey,podcast,preview,real,salt,san,sdfc,thechromaniacs,varasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-chromaniacs-post-match-show-minnesota-united-2-sdfc-1--71318238

• SO MANY RED CARDS
• A young defense getting exposed
• Is SDFC lacking a playmaker?
• Post-match sound from head coach Mikey Varas and captain Jeppe Tverskov!

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71318238Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:20:48 +0000Craig ElstenCraig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña got together late Saturday night after another disappointing SDFC result, a 2-1 home loss to Minnesota United. The guys discuss: - SO MANY RED CARDS - A young defense getting exposed - Is SDFC lacking a...

• SO MANY RED CARDS
• A young defense getting exposed
• Is SDFC lacking a playmaker?
• Post-match sound from head coach Mikey Varas and captain Jeppe Tverskov!

]]>3010chromaniacs,diego,fc,loss,minnesota,postgame,reaction,san,sdfc,show,thechromaniacs,unitedfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2e11-is-sdfc-s-young-roster-catching-up-to-it-sdfc-sj-review-sdfc-minnesota-preview--71233551

• SDFC posts one of their worst all-around performances last weekend in San Jose, we break down the film and spot some mistakes beyond the obvious
• Mikey Varas and Jeppe Tverskov are questioned by SanDiego.Futbol's Chiva at training
• The guys look ahead to a revamped Minnesota side visiting SDFC Saturday at Snapdragon Stadium

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71233551Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:03:28 +0000Craig ElstenOn this week's show: - SDFC posts one of their worst all-around performances last weekend in San Jose, we break down the film and spot some mistakes beyond the obvious - Mikey Varas and Jeppe Tverskov are questioned by SanDiego.Futbol's Chiva at...

• SDFC posts one of their worst all-around performances last weekend in San Jose, we break down the film and spot some mistakes beyond the obvious
• Mikey Varas and Jeppe Tverskov are questioned by SanDiego.Futbol's Chiva at training
• The guys look ahead to a revamped Minnesota side visiting SDFC Saturday at Snapdragon Stadium

]]>4202fc,jeppe,jose,league,loss,major,mikey,minnesota,mls,osvald,podcast,preview,review,san,sandiego,sdfc,soccer,soe,tverskov,varasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2e10-var-audio-dreyer-s-disappointment-sdfc-san-jose-preview--71083011

• Shocking released VAR Audio from the RSL match shows just how unwilling the head referee was to call an obvious handball and PK
• Anders Dreyer experiences the highs and lows of international play as Denmark comes up one step short of the World Cup
• Training Ground Sound from Mikey Varas and Lewis Morgan
• A complete SDFC-San Jose Earthquakes preview. Will this be SDFC's toughest test so far in MLS?

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71083011Fri, 03 Apr 2026 13:53:35 +0000Craig ElstenOn this week's episode:  - Shocking released VAR Audio from the RSL match shows just how unwilling the head referee was to call an obvious handball and PK - Anders Dreyer experiences the highs and lows of international play as Denmark comes up one...

• Shocking released VAR Audio from the RSL match shows just how unwilling the head referee was to call an obvious handball and PK
• Anders Dreyer experiences the highs and lows of international play as Denmark comes up one step short of the World Cup
• Training Ground Sound from Mikey Varas and Lewis Morgan
• A complete SDFC-San Jose Earthquakes preview. Will this be SDFC's toughest test so far in MLS?

]]>3864anders,chromaniacs,controversy,diego,dreyer,earthquakes,fc,jose,lewis,mikey,morgan,podcast,preview,san,sandiego,sdfc,thechromaniacs,var,varasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/37-s2e9-sdfc-rsl-recap-mo-salah-rumors-and-more--70927843

• A 2-2 draw to RSL at home, disappointing or expected given the club's heavy schedule?
• Post-match sound from Mikey Varas and Marcus Ingvartsen
• Is Manu Duah going to be poached by a European team in the summer?
• Should Zamblé go on loan if he's not going to play for SDFC that much?
• Mo Salah is leaving Liverpool, what are the odds he comes to San Diego? 
• If you enjoy the show, please offer a five-star rating and kind review!

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70927843Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:16:07 +0000Craig ElstenOn this week's episode of the Chromaniacs, Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña discuss:  - A 2-2 draw to RSL at home, disappointing or expected given the club's heavy schedule? - Post-match sound from Mikey Varas and Marcus Ingvartsen - Is...

• A 2-2 draw to RSL at home, disappointing or expected given the club's heavy schedule?
• Post-match sound from Mikey Varas and Marcus Ingvartsen
• Is Manu Duah going to be poached by a European team in the summer?
• Should Zamblé go on loan if he's not going to play for SDFC that much?
• Mo Salah is leaving Liverpool, what are the odds he comes to San Diego? 
• If you enjoy the show, please offer a five-star rating and kind review!

]]>3594chromaniacs,draw,duah,fc,ingvartsen,manu,marcus,match,mikey,mo,podcast,review,rsl,salah,sandiego,sdfc,thechromaniacs,varasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/36-s2e8-san-diego-fc-0-4-toluca-fc-reactions-sdfc-rsl-preview--70780803

• A look back at Wednesday's humbling 4-0 loss at Toluca
• Will a crushing defeat have any knock-on effects as the team returns to MLS play?
• What lessons, if any, can be gleaned from the result?
• Post-match sound from Mikey Varas and Antonio Mohamed
• RSL is a quality side with some top striking talent, how does SDFC match up?
• How will Mikey Varas rotate his lineup for the fourth match in 12 days?

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70780803Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:15:03 +0000Craig ElstenCraig, Tony and Alex got together on Thursday evening to go over all the latest SDFC news: - A look back at Wednesday's humbling 4-0 loss at Toluca - Will a crushing defeat have any knock-on effects as the team returns to MLS play? - What...

• A look back at Wednesday's humbling 4-0 loss at Toluca
• Will a crushing defeat have any knock-on effects as the team returns to MLS play?
• What lessons, if any, can be gleaned from the result?
• Post-match sound from Mikey Varas and Antonio Mohamed
• RSL is a quality side with some top striking talent, how does SDFC match up?
• How will Mikey Varas rotate his lineup for the fourth match in 12 days?

]]>3996antonio,ccc,chromaniacs,fc,loss,mikey,mls,mohamed,podcast,preview,review,rsl,sandiego,sdfc,thechromaniacs,toluca,varasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chromaniacs-2-balls-and-a-mic-crossover-sdfc-3-fc-dallas-3-reactions-sdfc-toluca-leg-two-preview--70705642https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70705642Wed, 18 Mar 2026 01:27:29 +0000Craig ElstenThe Chromaniacs joined 2 Balls and a Mic live on Monday night to go over the weekend's SDFC news and action! The guys got into the 3-3 draw at FC Dallas and what it revealed about the club heading into Toluca. Then, a LOT of talk about the second leg...5634chiva,chromaniacs,concacaf,dallas,fc,futbol,mls,podcast,preview,review,sanchez,sandiego,sdfc,soccer,thechromaniacs,toluca,tonyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chromaniacs-post-match-show-san-diego-fc-3-2-toluca-fc-concacaf-champions-cup--70617702

• Durran Ferree
• Manu Duah
• Luca Bombino
• Anders Dreyer
• ...and so many more!

Plus, how will Mikey Varas adjust his lineup against FC Dallas on Saturday night, and what is he willing to risk to keep legs fresh for the high altitude of La Bombanera next Wednesday? Then, we hear post-match sound from Mikey Varas, Antonio Mohamed, Anders Dreyer and Luca Bombino! ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70617702Fri, 13 Mar 2026 05:40:48 +0000Craig ElstenDown a goal, down a man, San Diego FC accomplished something few in the soccer world thought possible, beating Toluca 3-2 on Wednesday night at Snapdragon Stadium. While the road to advancing remains steep, SDFC's win playing 10-on-11 and then 9-on-11...

• Durran Ferree
• Manu Duah
• Luca Bombino
• Anders Dreyer
• ...and so many more!

Plus, how will Mikey Varas adjust his lineup against FC Dallas on Saturday night, and what is he willing to risk to keep legs fresh for the high altitude of La Bombanera next Wednesday? Then, we hear post-match sound from Mikey Varas, Antonio Mohamed, Anders Dreyer and Luca Bombino! ]]>6114anders,champions,chromaniacs,concacaf,cup,diego,dreyer,duah,durran,fc,ferree,manu,match,podcast,post,san,sdfc,thechromaniacs,tolucafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chromaniacs-post-match-show-sdfc-1-sporting-kc-0--70551370
Tony Sanchez was away for this one but dropped in at the halfway point, and inadvertently ended our live broadcast, splitting the post-match show in two on YouTube! Here, we have spliced both halves together. But if you're wondering why we make so many jokes at the expense of "Tony the Torpedo" in the second half of the show, that's why! ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70551370Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:37:27 +0000Craig ElstenCraig Elsten, Alex Peña and SanDiego.Futbol's Abraham Zepeda got together live on YouTube Saturday night for the Chromaniacs Post-Match Show after a San Diego FC 1-0 victory away at Sporting KC. Durran Ferree started in net for the third straight...
Tony Sanchez was away for this one but dropped in at the halfway point, and inadvertently ended our live broadcast, splitting the post-match show in two on YouTube! Here, we have spliced both halves together. But if you're wondering why we make so many jokes at the expense of "Tony the Torpedo" in the second half of the show, that's why! ]]>3515anders,chromaniacs,clean,diego,dreyer,durran,fc,ferree,kc,match,podcast,post,postgame,san,sdfc,sheet,show,sporting,thechromaniacs,winfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/35-s2e7-on-the-road-again--70507302

• San Diego FC heads on the road for the first time this season
• Four matches in 11 days! How will Mikey Varas rotate his lineup, and when?
• Is Durran Ferree the full-time starter in net now, or does Sisniega get the next chance?
• Leagues Cup schedule is enticing
• Anders Dreyer second-fastest player in MLS history to 20-20
• TRAINING GROUND SOUND: Mikey Varas--Chris McVey--Amahl Pellegrino
• SDFC-Sporting KC Preview!

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70507302Fri, 06 Mar 2026 14:40:29 +0000Craig ElstenON THE SHOW TONIGHT: - San Diego FC heads on the road for the first time this season - Four matches in 11 days! How will Mikey Varas rotate his lineup, and when? - Is Durran Ferree the full-time starter in net now, or does Sisniega get the next...

• San Diego FC heads on the road for the first time this season
• Four matches in 11 days! How will Mikey Varas rotate his lineup, and when?
• Is Durran Ferree the full-time starter in net now, or does Sisniega get the next chance?
• Leagues Cup schedule is enticing
• Anders Dreyer second-fastest player in MLS history to 20-20
• TRAINING GROUND SOUND: Mikey Varas--Chris McVey--Amahl Pellegrino
• SDFC-Sporting KC Preview!

]]>3667amahl,anders,chris,chromaniacs,diego,dreyer,duran,fc,interview,kc,mcvey,mikey,pellegrino,podcast,preview,san,sdfc,sporting,thechromaniacs,varasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chromaniacs-post-match-show-san-diego-fc-2-0-st-louis-city-fc--70390157

• Duran Ferree getting the surprising start in net (and a second straight clean sheet!) 
• The shutdown performance of Manu Duah at center back
• Marcus Ingvartsen showing SDFC fans the promise we heard about going back to last season
• Anders Dreyer (#10) becoming the tenth different SDFC player to score, on the tenth goal of the season
• Youth and depth powering SDFC into a place as one of the top clubs in all of MLS!

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70390157Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:40:30 +0000Craig ElstenThe Chromaniacs (Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez, Alex Peña) gathered Sunday night after SDFC's 2-0 win over St. Louis City SC for the Post Match Show! Things are going swimmingly for San Diego, with two wins in two tries to start the MLS campaign. On the...

• Duran Ferree getting the surprising start in net (and a second straight clean sheet!) 
• The shutdown performance of Manu Duah at center back
• Marcus Ingvartsen showing SDFC fans the promise we heard about going back to last season
• Anders Dreyer (#10) becoming the tenth different SDFC player to score, on the tenth goal of the season
• Youth and depth powering SDFC into a place as one of the top clubs in all of MLS!

]]>3712anders,chromaniacs,city,dreyer,duah,duran,fc,ferree,ingvartsen,louis,manu,marcus,podcast,postgame,sandiego,sc,sdfc,st,thechromaniacsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/34-s2e6-extensions-all-around-st-louis-city-sc-preview--70331469

• Tyler Heaps contract extension
• SDFC's keyword is continuity
• We discuss, then you hear from, Heaps, Marcus Ingvartsen and Durran Ferree
• Could there be a starting GK competition very soon?
• Preview of Sunday's match against St. Louis 

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70331469Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:48:14 +0000Craig ElstenOn this episode of the Chromaniacs, Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña discuss:  - Tyler Heaps contract extension - SDFC's keyword is continuity - We discuss, then you hear from, Heaps, Marcus Ingvartsen and Durran Ferree - Could there be a...

• Tyler Heaps contract extension
• SDFC's keyword is continuity
• We discuss, then you hear from, Heaps, Marcus Ingvartsen and Durran Ferree
• Could there be a starting GK competition very soon?
• Preview of Sunday's match against St. Louis 

]]>4141chromaniacs,contract,durran,extension,ferree,heaps,ingvartsen,louis,marcus,mls,podcast,preview,sdfc,st,thechromaniacs,tylerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chromaniacs-postgame-show-sdfc-dominates-cf-montreal-5-0-in-2026-mls-opener--70212576

• The spectacular late debut of Zamblé, who scored four minutes into his career
• Marcus Ingvartsen coming up strong with a goal and an assist
• Anders Dreyer finding the space for a pair of assists
• Duran Ferree winning at age 19 in net for SDFC
• Amahl Pellegrino scoring and avoiding injury after a scary tackle that earned Montreal a red card
• Post-match sound from head coach Mikey Varas, Duran Ferree and midfielder Anibal Godoy!

Make sure to subscribe to the Chromaniacs feed on YouTube to be notified every time the guys go live with post-match coverage of SDFC! ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212576Sun, 22 Feb 2026 14:57:57 +0000Craig ElstenThe Chromaniacs gathered LIVE on YouTube Saturday night after SDFC ran roughshod over CF Montreal 5-0 at Snapdragon Stadium. Everything is coming up chrome and azul right now, as the Chromados dominated the match from start to finish. Among the guys'...

• The spectacular late debut of Zamblé, who scored four minutes into his career
• Marcus Ingvartsen coming up strong with a goal and an assist
• Anders Dreyer finding the space for a pair of assists
• Duran Ferree winning at age 19 in net for SDFC
• Amahl Pellegrino scoring and avoiding injury after a scary tackle that earned Montreal a red card
• Post-match sound from head coach Mikey Varas, Duran Ferree and midfielder Anibal Godoy!

Make sure to subscribe to the Chromaniacs feed on YouTube to be notified every time the guys go live with post-match coverage of SDFC! ]]>3837audio,cf,diego,duran,fc,ferree,ingvartsen,mikey,mls,montreal,podcast,postgame,san,sdfc,show,shutout,varas,win,zambléfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/33-s2e5-san-diego-fc-2026-mls-season-preview--70179860

• SDFC about to add Zamblé, but who leaves the roster to make room?
• We're almost to Opening Night and Chucky is STILL here, what's next?
• Who are the young players on the roster we expect to take a big step up this season?
• What could be a roster surprise?
• Pundits weigh in across the country, over/unders on SDFC season point totals
• SDFC must take advantage of a weaker schedule in the first half
• Training Ground Sound: Mikey Varas 
• SDFC/CF Montreal preview! 

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70179860Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:42:22 +0000Craig ElstenThe Chromaniacs gathered on YouTube on Thursday, February 19 to look at the key discussion topics heading into the 2026 MLS campaign. SDFC gets things started at home on Saturday night against CF Montreal.  - SDFC about to add Zamblé, but who...

• SDFC about to add Zamblé, but who leaves the roster to make room?
• We're almost to Opening Night and Chucky is STILL here, what's next?
• Who are the young players on the roster we expect to take a big step up this season?
• What could be a roster surprise?
• Pundits weigh in across the country, over/unders on SDFC season point totals
• SDFC must take advantage of a weaker schedule in the first half
• Training Ground Sound: Mikey Varas 
• SDFC/CF Montreal preview! 

]]>49732026,chromaniacs,chucky,diego,duah,fc,league,lozano,major,manu,mikey,mls,podcast,preview,san,sdfc,season,soccer,thechromaniacs,varasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/postgame-show-sdfc-suffers-and-advances-at-pumas-unam--69973365

• A remarkable shot-stopping performance in net from Pablo Sisniega
• A game for the veteran mids to take control
• Pumas had their chances early and didn't convert
• Pellegrino hits the post
• SDFC had to play out-of-style and suffer in order to advance...and they did!

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69973365Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:33:48 +0000Craig ElstenThe Chromaniacs (Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez & Alex Peña) got together live on YouTube to discuss SDFC advancing through the first round of the Concacaf Champions Cup, losing away to Pumas 0-1 but taking the two-leg tie 4-2. Among the items...

• A remarkable shot-stopping performance in net from Pablo Sisniega
• A game for the veteran mids to take control
• Pumas had their chances early and didn't convert
• Pellegrino hits the post
• SDFC had to play out-of-style and suffer in order to advance...and they did!

]]>4217champions,chromaniacs,city,concacaf,cup,first,mexico,mls,pellegrino,podcast,pumas,recap,round,sandiego,sdfc,sisniega,thechromaniacs,unam,varasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ccc-leg-one-post-game-show-san-diego-fc-4-1-pumas-unam--69785960

• Pumas scores on a true golazo
• Relentless pressure from SDFC
• Is the cross a new weapon this year for Los Chromados?
• Mikey Varas post-match sounds
• Varas substitutions click, Mighten and Vazquez score off the bench
• Manu Duah and Chris McVey impress on defense

VAMOS SDFC!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69785960Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:38:09 +0000Craig ElstenSDFC is back on the pitch and The Chromaniacs are back with another live postgame show! Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña got together in the witching hour on Tuesday to break down SDFC's 4-1 win over Pumas UNAM, grabbing secure control of the...

• Pumas scores on a true golazo
• Relentless pressure from SDFC
• Is the cross a new weapon this year for Los Chromados?
• Mikey Varas post-match sounds
• Varas substitutions click, Mighten and Vazquez score off the bench
• Manu Duah and Chris McVey impress on defense

VAMOS SDFC!]]>3638champions,chromaniacs,concacaf,cup,david,diego,duah,manu,mikey,postgame,pumas,recap,san,sandiegofc,sdfc,thechromaniacs,unam,varas,vazquez,winfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/32-s2e4-sdfc-pumas-champions-cup-preview-special-guest-cesar-hernandez--69686384

Special guest Cesar Hernandez from ESPN joins us for the entire show!

We get Cesar's thoughts on the SDFC roster, and of course, the latest on the Chucky saga

Would SDFC ever give in and play Lozano?

Complete SDFC-Pumas preview...should the Chromados be favored to win this round?

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69686384Fri, 30 Jan 2026 15:21:14 +0000Craig Elsten- Special guest Cesar Hernandez from ESPN joins us for the entire show! - We get Cesar's thoughts on the SDFC roster, and of course, the latest on the Chucky saga - Would SDFC ever give in and play Lozano? - Complete SDFC-Pumas preview...should the...

Special guest Cesar Hernandez from ESPN joins us for the entire show!

We get Cesar's thoughts on the SDFC roster, and of course, the latest on the Chucky saga

Would SDFC ever give in and play Lozano?

Complete SDFC-Pumas preview...should the Chromados be favored to win this round?

]]>3946cesar,champions,chromaniacs,chucky,concacaf,cup,diego,fc,hernandez,lozano,one,podcast,preview,pumas,reaction,round,san,sdfc,thechromaniacsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2e3-sdfc-2026-roster-preview--69546740

• It's all quiet on the Western front as SDFC hunkers down and preps for Pumas
• fewer than 10 days left to resolve the Chucky situation
• Could SDFC afford to just pay Chucky to leave?
• Roster preview: forrwards, midfielders, defenders, goalkeepers!

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69546740Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:39:48 +0000Craig ElstenOn this episode of The Chromaniacs... - It's all quiet on the Western front as SDFC hunkers down and preps for Pumas - fewer than 10 days left to resolve the Chucky situation - Could SDFC afford to just pay Chucky to leave? - Roster preview:...

• It's all quiet on the Western front as SDFC hunkers down and preps for Pumas
• fewer than 10 days left to resolve the Chucky situation
• Could SDFC afford to just pay Chucky to leave?
• Roster preview: forrwards, midfielders, defenders, goalkeepers!

]]>3874chromaniacs,chucky,league,lozano,major,mls,podcast,preview,roster,sdfc,soccer,soccertalk,thechromaniacsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2e2-chucky-drama-continues-varas-and-dreyer-extensions-community-kit-leaked--69464061

• NO va a jugar...Mikey Varas makes it plain that Chucky Lozano won't be with SDFC, but Chucky says he wants to stay? The drama continues...
• Mikey Varas gets an *undefined length* multi-year contract extension
• Anders Dreyer gets his deal re-worked through 2029
• Training Ground Sound from Varas--Jeppe Tverskov--Dreyer--Lewis Morgan
• News on a new SDFC trialist, and scrimmage schedule
• The Community Kit was leaked and it is...something. 

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69464061Fri, 16 Jan 2026 06:30:55 +0000Craig ElstenOn this week's episode of The Chromaniacs... - NO va a jugar...Mikey Varas makes it plain that Chucky Lozano won't be with SDFC, but Chucky says he wants to stay? The drama continues... - Mikey Varas gets an *undefined length* multi-year contract...

• NO va a jugar...Mikey Varas makes it plain that Chucky Lozano won't be with SDFC, but Chucky says he wants to stay? The drama continues...
• Mikey Varas gets an *undefined length* multi-year contract extension
• Anders Dreyer gets his deal re-worked through 2029
• Training Ground Sound from Varas--Jeppe Tverskov--Dreyer--Lewis Morgan
• News on a new SDFC trialist, and scrimmage schedule
• The Community Kit was leaked and it is...something. 

]]>5203anders,chromaniacs,chucky,dreyer,fc,lozano,mikey,podcast,reaction,sandiego,sdfc,soccer,thechromaniacs,varasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/emergency-podcast-chucky-lozano-out-at-sdfc-round-table-with-sandiego-futbol--69382038https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69382038Sat, 10 Jan 2026 15:25:58 +0000Craig ElstenSDFC Sporting Director Tyler Heaps revealed on Friday morning that Chucky Lozano was no longer in the club's sporting plans. On Friday evening, the Chromaniacs (Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña) were joined by SanDiego.Futbol's Abraham Zepeda...3881analysis,chromaniacs,chucky,fc,lozano,out,podcast,reaction,sandiego,sdfc,thechromaniacstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s2e1-the-chromaniacs-are-back--69371672
On this week's show::

• Expectations for SDFC coming off the best inaugural year in MLS history
• What does SDFC have left to do before the season begins?
• Why is Chucky Lozano not in the club's social media posts? Concern-o-meter!
• Luca lands in Charlotte, St. Claire moves to Miami, we look at MLS roster moves
• More youth coming to San Diego's roster with Søe? 

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69371672Fri, 09 Jan 2026 14:31:55 +0000Craig ElstenThe Chromaniacs are back for season two! Join Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña throughout 2026 as they cover the latest news and offer the latest views on San Diego FC and MLS! On this week's show:: - Expectations for SDFC coming off the...
On this week's show::

• Expectations for SDFC coming off the best inaugural year in MLS history
• What does SDFC have left to do before the season begins?
• Why is Chucky Lozano not in the club's social media posts? Concern-o-meter!
• Luca lands in Charlotte, St. Claire moves to Miami, we look at MLS roster moves
• More youth coming to San Diego's roster with Søe? 

]]>31672026,chromaniacs,diego,fc,league,major,mls,podcast,san,sandiego,sdfc,season,soccer,thechromaniacs,twofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/28-is-lewis-morgan-the-answer-at-9-end-of-year-thoughts-and-more--69143060

• Lewis Morgan trade, is he the answer at the 9 position?
• Kieran Sargeant trade, added depth to the back line
• MLS Superdraft results
• SDFC opting out of Coachella Valley
• End-of-year thoughts on SDFC's remarkable first season

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69143060Sat, 20 Dec 2025 03:35:27 +0000Craig ElstenIt's the last Chromaniacs of 2025 (unless something crazy happens)! - Lewis Morgan trade, is he the answer at the 9 position? - Kieran Sargeant trade, added depth to the back line - MLS Superdraft results - SDFC opting out of Coachella Valley -...

• Lewis Morgan trade, is he the answer at the 9 position?
• Kieran Sargeant trade, added depth to the back line
• MLS Superdraft results
• SDFC opting out of Coachella Valley
• End-of-year thoughts on SDFC's remarkable first season

]]>36752025,chromaniacs,diego,fc,kieran,lewis,morgan,podcast,review,san,sandiego,sargeant,sdfc,season,thechromaniacs,tradefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/27-messi-wins-mls-cup-sdfc-draws-pumas-in-ccc-pellegrino-s-back--69008752

• MLS season ends with Messi holding the Cup, and Vancouver bracing for possible relocation
• SDFC draws Pumas, a Liga MX top-four side, in the opening round of the Concacaf Champions Cup, the guys react to an early trip to Mexico City
• SDFC announces a number of end-of-year roster moves, we go through them all
• Salah to SD? Don't count on it anytime soon
• What does the return of Amahl Pellegrino mean for Chucky Lozano next season?
• Who's Alex Peña's #1 dream free agent signing?

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69008752Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:32:03 +0000Craig ElstenCraig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña got together on Thursday, December 11 to record the latest episode of The Chromaniacs! On the show tonight... - MLS season ends with Messi holding the Cup, and Vancouver bracing for possible relocation -...

• MLS season ends with Messi holding the Cup, and Vancouver bracing for possible relocation
• SDFC draws Pumas, a Liga MX top-four side, in the opening round of the Concacaf Champions Cup, the guys react to an early trip to Mexico City
• SDFC announces a number of end-of-year roster moves, we go through them all
• Salah to SD? Don't count on it anytime soon
• What does the return of Amahl Pellegrino mean for Chucky Lozano next season?
• Who's Alex Peña's #1 dream free agent signing?

]]>4140amahl,champions,chromaniacs,concacaf,cup,draw,fc,freeagency,ligamx,mls,mlscup,pellegrino,podcast,pumas,sandiego,sdfc,thechromaniacs,vancouver,whitecapsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/26-picking-up-the-pieces-exit-interview-sound-could-chucky-or-dreyer-go--68893534

• Alex's thoughts on the Western Conference Final
• A dream foundation to a franchise start
• Exit interview sound: Mikey Varas--Tyler Heaps--Chucky Lozano--Anders Dreyer
• How much will SDFC lean on Right to Dream?
• Who's more likely to be sought out by other leagues, Chucky or Dreyer?
• Onni Valakari is sticking around for three more years

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68893534Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:40:27 +0000Craig ElstenOn the first post-season episode of The Chromaniacs... - Alex's thoughts on the Western Conference Final - A dream foundation to a franchise start - Exit interview sound: Mikey Varas--Tyler Heaps--Chucky Lozano--Anders Dreyer - How much will SDFC...

• Alex's thoughts on the Western Conference Final
• A dream foundation to a franchise start
• Exit interview sound: Mikey Varas--Tyler Heaps--Chucky Lozano--Anders Dreyer
• How much will SDFC lean on Right to Dream?
• Who's more likely to be sought out by other leagues, Chucky or Dreyer?
• Onni Valakari is sticking around for three more years

]]>4314anders,chromaniacs,chucky,dreyer,fc,heaps,league,loan,lozano,major,mikey,mls,podcast,righttodream,sandiego,sdfc,soccer,thechromaniacs,tyler,varasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chromaniacs-postgame-vancouver-3-sdfc-1-the-dream-is-over--68812649https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68812649Mon, 01 Dec 2025 02:16:24 +0000Craig ElstenCraig Elsten was joined by Tony Sanchez live at Snapdragon Stadium shortly after the Vancouver Whitecaps advanced past SDFC 3-1 in the MLS Western Conference Final. The young San Diego defense conceded twice early, and a third goal before half...3144chucky,conference,final,jeppe,live,loss,lozano,mikey,mls,podcast,postgame,reaction,recap,sandiego,sdfc,tverskov,vancouver,varas,western,whitecapsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/25-sdfc-western-conference-final-preview-training-ground-sound-is-san-diego-ready--68771671

• Dreaming on the finish of this dream playoff run
• The pitch has been replaced at Snapdragon Stadium!
• Training Ground Sound: Mikey Varas, Corey Baird, Manu Duah, Amahl Pellegrino
• Complete SDFC-Vancouver preview! How do we win this match?

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68771671Thu, 27 Nov 2025 15:30:07 +0000Craig ElstenHappy Thanksgiving from The Chromaniacs! Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña got together on Turkey Day Eve to talk all things SDFC heading into the Western Conference Final against Vancouver! - Dreaming on the finish of this dream playoff run...

• Dreaming on the finish of this dream playoff run
• The pitch has been replaced at Snapdragon Stadium!
• Training Ground Sound: Mikey Varas, Corey Baird, Manu Duah, Amahl Pellegrino
• Complete SDFC-Vancouver preview! How do we win this match?

]]>4579audio,chromaniacs,conference,final,futbol,mikey,mls,podcast,preview,sandiego,sdfc,soccer,sound,thechromaniacs,vancouver,varas,western,whitecapsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chromaniacs-postgame-sdfc-1-0-minnesota-dreyer-pilcher-power-sdfc-to-mls-conference-final--68741951https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68741951Tue, 25 Nov 2025 16:15:15 +0000Craig ElstenThe Chromaniacs (Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez, Alex Peña) gathered together for a live podcast late on Monday, November 24, 2025, reacting to San Diego FC's 1-0 win over Minnesota United FC, advancing the Azul y Chrome to the MLS Western Conference...4069anders,comments,dreyer,ian,jeppe,league,major,minnesota,mls,pilcher,pitch,podcast,postgame,sandiego,sandiegofc,sdfc,soccer,tverskov,united,winfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/24-chucky-s-ok-voice-of-the-supporter-sdfc-minnesota-playoff-preview--68678174

• Don't Panic! Chucky and Anders are OK
• SDFC locks in Luca Bombino and Oscar Verhoven
• First look: 2026 MLS Schedule
• VOICE OF THE SUPPORTER: Locals SG President Steve Brockhoff on what it means to be an OG supporter in San Diego
• TRAINING GROUND SOUND: Mikey Varas--Amahl Pellegrino--Luca Bombino
• SDFC-Minnesota preview
• Their gameplan vs our gameplan

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68678174Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:40:36 +0000Craig ElstenAn extra-long edition of The Chromaniacs taking you into the Western Conference Semifinal vs. Minnesota!  - Don't Panic! Chucky and Anders are OK - SDFC locks in Luca Bombino and Oscar Verhoven - First look: 2026 MLS Schedule - VOICE OF THE...

• Don't Panic! Chucky and Anders are OK
• SDFC locks in Luca Bombino and Oscar Verhoven
• First look: 2026 MLS Schedule
• VOICE OF THE SUPPORTER: Locals SG President Steve Brockhoff on what it means to be an OG supporter in San Diego
• TRAINING GROUND SOUND: Mikey Varas--Amahl Pellegrino--Luca Bombino
• SDFC-Minnesota preview
• Their gameplan vs our gameplan

]]>5842bombino,chromaniacs,dreyer,fc,loons,lozano,minnesota,mls,pellegrino,playoff,podcast,preview,sandiego,sdfc,soccer,thechromaniacs,thelocalssg,united,varasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/23-mls-schedule-change-what-does-it-mean-for-sdfc--68566411

• Another sellout for SDFC in the playoffs as the 11/24 game is already sold out
• International Break, time for Lozano, Dreyer, Godoy and McNair to STAY HEALTHY

Then a full MLS Schedule change discussion...

• How will the July-to-May schedule work?
• What does it mean to switch to a single table playoff?
• How will the scheduling divisions work?
• Does this benefit MLS for the league, players, and growth?
• How does the schedule change benefit SDFC and RIght to Dream?

If you enjoy the podcast, please leave us a five-star review on your podcast platform of choice, and/or a kind written review, thank you! 

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68566411Fri, 14 Nov 2025 14:34:35 +0000Craig ElstenOn episode #23 of The Chromaniacs, Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña get together to discuss... - Another sellout for SDFC in the playoffs as the 11/24 game is already sold out - International Break, time for Lozano, Dreyer, Godoy and...

• Another sellout for SDFC in the playoffs as the 11/24 game is already sold out
• International Break, time for Lozano, Dreyer, Godoy and McNair to STAY HEALTHY

Then a full MLS Schedule change discussion...

• How will the July-to-May schedule work?
• What does it mean to switch to a single table playoff?
• How will the scheduling divisions work?
• Does this benefit MLS for the league, players, and growth?
• How does the schedule change benefit SDFC and RIght to Dream?

If you enjoy the podcast, please leave us a five-star review on your podcast platform of choice, and/or a kind written review, thank you! 

]]>3460change,chromaniacs,diego,fc,mls,mlscup,playoffs,podcast,san,sandiegofc,schedule,sdfc,thechromaniacsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chromaniacs-postgame-san-diego-fc-advances-past-portland-with-dominant-4-0-win--68497020https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68497020Mon, 10 Nov 2025 14:33:13 +0000Craig ElstenCraig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña got together live on YouTube an hour after San Diego FC ended their playoff series against Portland with a dominant 4-0 home win. The guys talk about the surprising decision to stick with Amahl Pellegrino over...3481audi,chromaniacs,cup,fc,mls,playoffs,portland,postgame,sandiego,sdfc,thechromaniacs,winfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/22-sdo-or-die-dreyer-best-xi-and-sdfc-portland-match-3-preview--68477043

• A full Sunday for San Diego soccer fans
• A brief look back at Match Two
• Anders Dreyer wins MLS Newcomer of the Year and is on MLS Best XI
• Mikey Varas a distant third for MLS Coach of the Year
• It's our gameplan vs theirs, who prevails in Match Three?
• Pablo Sisniega Confidence-o-Meter?
• Training Ground Sound: Mikey Varas--Anders Dreyer--Corey Baird

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68477043Sat, 08 Nov 2025 18:57:05 +0000Craig ElstenCraig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña got together on Friday, November 7, 2025 to record episode #22 of The Chromaniacs. On this show:  - A full Sunday for San Diego soccer fans - A brief look back at Match Two - Anders Dreyer wins MLS Newcomer...

• A full Sunday for San Diego soccer fans
• A brief look back at Match Two
• Anders Dreyer wins MLS Newcomer of the Year and is on MLS Best XI
• Mikey Varas a distant third for MLS Coach of the Year
• It's our gameplan vs theirs, who prevails in Match Three?
• Pablo Sisniega Confidence-o-Meter?
• Training Ground Sound: Mikey Varas--Anders Dreyer--Corey Baird

]]>4769audicup,best,diego,fc,futbol,match,mls,newcomer,playoffs,podcast,portland,preview,san,sandiego,sdfc,soccer,three,timbers,xifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chromaniacs-2-balls-and-a-mic-crossover-painful-penalties-put-sdfc-s-back-against-the-wall--68417556https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68417556Tue, 04 Nov 2025 17:27:11 +0000Craig ElstenOn Monday's episode of 2 Balls and a Mic, the Chromaniacs were invited on to break down and discuss Saturday's painful SDFC loss in penalty kicks to the Portland Timbers. Craig Elsten and Alex Peña joined Tony Sanchez, Chiva Villaseñor and Abe Zepeda...4695audi,chromaniacs,fc,futbol,mls,mlscup,playoffs,portland,recap,sandiego,sandiegofutbol,sdfc,soccer,thechromaniacs,timbersfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/21-chucky-s-back-jeppe-contract-extension-portland-sdfc-playoff-match-two-preview--68364960

• SDFC captain Jeppe Tverskov gets a contract extension through 2027/2028
• The MLS playoffs are one match deep, where does everyone stand?
• The playoff format is fun...for now. It's about to get silly
• SDFC killing it with attendance
• Spooky question: who is the team in the West you are most afraid of?
• TAM Talk: putting the ghost of Milan Iloski to rest
• Training Ground Sound: Mikey Varas--CJ Dos Santos--Onni Valikari
• Match Two Preview: what strategic tack will Portland take, and how should SDFC respond?

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68364960Fri, 31 Oct 2025 14:40:00 +0000Craig ElstenON THE SHOW TONIGHT:  - SDFC captain Jeppe Tverskov gets a contract extension through 2027/2028 - The MLS playoffs are one match deep, where does everyone stand? - The playoff format is fun...for now. It's about to get silly - SDFC killing it with...

• SDFC captain Jeppe Tverskov gets a contract extension through 2027/2028
• The MLS playoffs are one match deep, where does everyone stand?
• The playoff format is fun...for now. It's about to get silly
• SDFC killing it with attendance
• Spooky question: who is the team in the West you are most afraid of?
• TAM Talk: putting the ghost of Milan Iloski to rest
• Training Ground Sound: Mikey Varas--CJ Dos Santos--Onni Valikari
• Match Two Preview: what strategic tack will Portland take, and how should SDFC respond?

]]>4261chromaniacs,contract,extension,jeppe,mls,playoff,podcast,portland,preview,sdfc,thechromaniacs,timbers,tverskovfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/post-match-show-sdfc-wins-first-ever-playoff-match-2-1-vs-portland--68292586https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68292586Mon, 27 Oct 2025 06:28:39 +0000Craig ElstenCraig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña get together an hour after San Diego FC wins their first-ever playoff match, a 2-1 home result against Portland Timbers. The guys talk through an incredible atmosphere at Snapdragon Stadium, a composed and...3729chromaniacs,fc,playoff,podcast,portland,portlandtimbers,postgame,postmatch,sandiego,sdfc,thechromaniacs,timbers,wintruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/20-is-the-chucky-situation-over-sdfc-portland-playoff-match-one-preview--68260944

• Alex Peñs reviews his trip to Portland to watch SDFC clinch first place
• Is the Chucky Lozano situation resolved? Was this best-case scenario?
• Who should start at left wing on Sunday, Lozano or Pellegrino?
• Mikey Varas and Anders Dreyer earn MLS award nominations
• Does Portland play to win or do they play for penalties?
• The #1 thing SDFC needs to avoid doing on Sunday

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68260944Fri, 24 Oct 2025 04:42:06 +0000Craig ElstenOn today's show:  - Alex Peñs reviews his trip to Portland to watch SDFC clinch first place - Is the Chucky Lozano situation resolved? Was this best-case scenario? - Who should start at left wing on Sunday, Lozano or Pellegrino? - Mikey Varas and...

• Alex Peñs reviews his trip to Portland to watch SDFC clinch first place
• Is the Chucky Lozano situation resolved? Was this best-case scenario?
• Who should start at left wing on Sunday, Lozano or Pellegrino?
• Mikey Varas and Anders Dreyer earn MLS award nominations
• Does Portland play to win or do they play for penalties?
• The #1 thing SDFC needs to avoid doing on Sunday

]]>4456chromaniacs,chucky,lozano,mls,playoff,podcast,portland,preview,sdfc,suspension,thechromaniacs,timberstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chromaniacs-post-game-san-diego-fc-clinch-first-place-and-set-records-4-0-at-portland--68222328

The guys will be back with Alex Peña on Thursday with reaction to the Western Conference Wild Card Game, and a preview of SDFC's first home playoff match on Sunday. 

Make sure to subscribe to Chromaniacs on YouTube and hit the notification bell to find out every time we go live after matches!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68222328Tue, 21 Oct 2025 04:09:09 +0000Craig ElstenSaturday night, San Diego FC beat down Portland Timbers 4-0 at Providence Park, and the result combined with a Vancouver loss gave SDFC first place in the Western Conference of MLS, setting all-time expansion season records for wins, points and away...

The guys will be back with Alex Peña on Thursday with reaction to the Western Conference Wild Card Game, and a preview of SDFC's first home playoff match on Sunday. 

Make sure to subscribe to Chromaniacs on YouTube and hit the notification bell to find out every time we go live after matches!]]>3839chromaniacs,chucky,decisionday,firstplace,futbol,lozano,mikey,mls,portland,postgame,postmatch,reaction,sandiego,soccer,thechromaniacs,varas,westernconferencefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/19-decision-day-preview--68178971

• We go through every possible scenario on how SDFC can finish the season, from first to fourth place
• Training Ground Sound: Mikey Varas and Amahl Pellegrino
• The Never-Ending Search for a #9 (and it's NOT Pellegrino)
• Marcus Ingvartsen, where's Waldo
• SDFC-Portland Timbers preview!

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68178971Fri, 17 Oct 2025 14:14:27 +0000Craig ElstenON THE SHOW TONIGHT - We go through every possible scenario on how SDFC can finish the season, from first to fourth place - Training Ground Sound: Mikey Varas and Amahl Pellegrino - The Never-Ending Search for a #9 (and it's NOT Pellegrino) -...

• We go through every possible scenario on how SDFC can finish the season, from first to fourth place
• Training Ground Sound: Mikey Varas and Amahl Pellegrino
• The Never-Ending Search for a #9 (and it's NOT Pellegrino)
• Marcus Ingvartsen, where's Waldo
• SDFC-Portland Timbers preview!

]]>3565chromaniacs,decisionday,mls,podcast,portland,preview,sdfc,thechromaniacsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chromaniacs-2-balls-and-a-mic-crossover-sdfc-sets-records-with-4-2-win-in-houston--68049987https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68049987Tue, 07 Oct 2025 17:21:09 +0000Craig ElstenIn lieu of a traditional post-match show, on Monday night the Chromaniacs (Craig Elsten and Alex Peña) joined their fellow Chromaniac Tony Sanchez on his 2 Balls and a Mic podcast with co-host Abraham Zepeda. The guys broke down SDFC's 4-2 win in...26722ballsandamic,chromaniacs,crossover,futbol,independent,podcast,sandiego,sandiegofc,sandiegofutbol,sdfc,thechromaniacsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/18-can-sdfc-take-the-championship-mantle-for-san-diego--67995531

• SDFC's championship opportunity
• Could Marcus Ingvartsen return by season's end, and who should play the nine until he returns?
• Luca de la Torre left off the USMNT roster for October, what does it mean for club and player
• Training Ground Sound: Mikey Varas and Chris McVey
• SDFC at Houston Dynamo match preview 

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67995531Fri, 03 Oct 2025 05:05:36 +0000Craig ElstenThe San Diego Padres have been eliminated. Now, SDFC has the chance to become the first major pro sports team in San Diego history to win a championship. But the road to the playoffs has been bumpy of late, filled with no-goal potholes. On the latest...

• SDFC's championship opportunity
• Could Marcus Ingvartsen return by season's end, and who should play the nine until he returns?
• Luca de la Torre left off the USMNT roster for October, what does it mean for club and player
• Training Ground Sound: Mikey Varas and Chris McVey
• SDFC at Houston Dynamo match preview 

]]>3744chromaniacs,mls,podcast,sandiegofc,sdfc,thechromaniacsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-chromaniacs-post-game-show-san-jose-1-sdfc-0--67930166https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67930166Sun, 28 Sep 2025 14:00:11 +0000Craig ElstenTony Sanchez is at Snapdragon Stadium, joined by Craig Elsten and Alex Peña in studio to break down a disappointing 1-0 home loss to San Jose Earthquakes. It seems like San Diego soccer fans have been shown the same match for almost four months now,...2998chromaniacs,earthquakes,mls,podcast,postgame,sdfc,show,thechromaniacsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/17-half-good-in-atlanta-sdfc-san-jose-preview--67895665

• SDFC plays well for a half in Atlanta, then stumbles
• The battle for first place in the West tightens up
• Luca de la Torre's struggles in the midfield
• Who starts at left back wtih Bombino out?
• SDFC-San Jose Earthquakes preview

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67895665Thu, 25 Sep 2025 13:43:17 +0000Craig ElstenOn tonight's show:  - SDFC plays well for a half in Atlanta, then stumbles - The battle for first place in the West tightens up - Luca de la Torre's struggles in the midfield - Who starts at left back wtih Bombino out? - SDFC-San Jose Earthquakes...

• SDFC plays well for a half in Atlanta, then stumbles
• The battle for first place in the West tightens up
• Luca de la Torre's struggles in the midfield
• Who starts at left back wtih Bombino out?
• SDFC-San Jose Earthquakes preview

]]>3629chromaniacs,mls,podcast,sandiegofc,sdfc,thechromaniacsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/16-showing-sdsu-how-to-fill-the-snap-atlanta-united-preview--67817314

• SDFC shows SDSU how to fill Snapdragon Stadium without giving away the house
• Looking back at a loss to the Loons
• How can SDFC reach next year's CONCACAF Champions Cup
• Mikey Varas wants SDFC to support all national teams (training ground sound)
• SDFC-Atlanta United preview
• Is this the ultimate trap game on the schedule? 

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67817314Fri, 19 Sep 2025 04:59:04 +0000Craig ElstenON THE SHOW TONIGHT - SDFC shows SDSU how to fill Snapdragon Stadium without giving away the house - Looking back at a loss to the Loons - How can SDFC reach next year's CONCACAF Champions Cup - Mikey Varas wants SDFC to support all national teams...

• SDFC shows SDSU how to fill Snapdragon Stadium without giving away the house
• Looking back at a loss to the Loons
• How can SDFC reach next year's CONCACAF Champions Cup
• Mikey Varas wants SDFC to support all national teams (training ground sound)
• SDFC-Atlanta United preview
• Is this the ultimate trap game on the schedule? 

]]>4352atlantaunited,chromaniacs,giveaway,minnesotaunited,mls,podcast,preview,review,sdfc,sdsu,thechromaniacs,tickettruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chromaniacs-post-game-show-sdfc-is-baja-cup-champions-4-2-over-xolos--67801662https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67801662Thu, 18 Sep 2025 02:00:25 +0000Craig ElstenTony Sanchez is live from Snapdragon Stadium, Craig Elsten and Alex Peña join from home to break down a 4-2 win over Club Tijuana in the first-ever Baja Cup. David Vasquez made a play for a bigger role in the offense with a goal and assist. Tomas...2800bajacup,chromaniacs,clubtijuana,podcast,sandiegofc,sdfc,thechromaniacs,xolosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/15-loons-land-for-battle-with-sdfc-fake-son-heung-min-highlights--67737009

• The international break is over, what happened?
• Right to Dream academy officially launches, MLS Next team coming
• SDFC vs Xolos, the "Baja Cup" is coming next week
• SDFC spoiled Sonny's debut for LAFC but NOT in South Korean AI recaps!
• Match preview: Minnesota at SDFC
• What's the dream scenario for Saturday's results? 
• How can Los Chromados overcome Minnesota's planned low-block defense?
• Audio: Onni Valakari from the SDFC training grounds

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67737009Fri, 12 Sep 2025 16:46:40 +0000Craig ElstenON THE SHOW TONIGHT!  - The international break is over, what happened? - Right to Dream academy officially launches, MLS Next team coming - SDFC vs Xolos, the "Baja Cup" is coming next week - SDFC spoiled Sonny's debut for LAFC but NOT in South...

• The international break is over, what happened?
• Right to Dream academy officially launches, MLS Next team coming
• SDFC vs Xolos, the "Baja Cup" is coming next week
• SDFC spoiled Sonny's debut for LAFC but NOT in South Korean AI recaps!
• Match preview: Minnesota at SDFC
• What's the dream scenario for Saturday's results? 
• How can Los Chromados overcome Minnesota's planned low-block defense?
• Audio: Onni Valakari from the SDFC training grounds

]]>4532chromaniacs,futbol,match,minnesotaunited,mls,podcast,preview,sandiego,sdfc,soccer,sports,thechromaniacsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chromaniacs-2-balls-and-a-mic-crossover-sdfc-are-the-kings-of-cali-recap-podcast--67640469
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67640469Fri, 05 Sep 2025 04:17:49 +0000Craig ElstenMonday night, the Chromaniacs and 2 Balls and a Mic got together for another epic roundtable, talking about the hottest team in MLS! SDFC's 2-1 win at LAFC was the signature win so far of an inaugural season that has already delivered more memories...
]]>4350chromaniacs,lafc,mls,podcast,recap,sandiegofc,sdfc,thechromaniacs,winfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/14-sdfc-heads-to-la-la-land--67553270

• Looking back at a 0-0 draw against Portland
• Why does SDFC play so much better away than at home? Craig has a theory
• Los Chromados about to be hit with call-ups for the U-20 USMNT
• VOICE OF THE SUPPORTER: Adriene (Papi Chavo) joins us to talk about the growth of the supporter section and what it takes to be a drummer for Frontera SD
• MATCH PREVIEW: SDFC faces their biggest test of the regular season when they travel to BMO Stadium on Sunday night 

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67553270Fri, 29 Aug 2025 13:53:46 +0000Craig ElstenON THE SHOW TONIGHT - Looking back at a 0-0 draw against Portland - Why does SDFC play so much better away than at home? Craig has a theory - Los Chromados about to be hit with call-ups for the U-20 USMNT - VOICE OF THE SUPPORTER: Adriene (Papi...

• Looking back at a 0-0 draw against Portland
• Why does SDFC play so much better away than at home? Craig has a theory
• Los Chromados about to be hit with call-ups for the U-20 USMNT
• VOICE OF THE SUPPORTER: Adriene (Papi Chavo) joins us to talk about the growth of the supporter section and what it takes to be a drummer for Frontera SD
• MATCH PREVIEW: SDFC faces their biggest test of the regular season when they travel to BMO Stadium on Sunday night 

]]>5013chromaniacs,fronterasd,lafc,mls,podcast,portland,preview,sdfc,supporterculture,thechromaniacs,timberstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/13-leo-duru-is-here-what-does-it-mean-sdfc-timbers-preview--67474223

• What does Duru bring to SDFC?
• How can the Chromados use Duru now and in the future?
• How does this impact who is already here?
• The future of SDFC is youth AND selling
• Training Sound from Leo Duru and Mikey Varas
• The Last Team We Haven't Seen in the West: Portland
• Playoff Clinching Scenarios

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67474223Fri, 22 Aug 2025 04:21:56 +0000Craig ElstenON THE SHOW TONIGHT - What does Duru bring to SDFC? - How can the Chromados use Duru now and in the future? - How does this impact who is already here? - The future of SDFC is youth AND selling - Training Sound from Leo Duru and Mikey Varas - The...

• What does Duru bring to SDFC?
• How can the Chromados use Duru now and in the future?
• How does this impact who is already here?
• The future of SDFC is youth AND selling
• Training Sound from Leo Duru and Mikey Varas
• The Last Team We Haven't Seen in the West: Portland
• Playoff Clinching Scenarios

]]>3872chromaniacs,duru,futbol,leo,mls,podcast,preview,sandiego,sdfc,thechromaniacs,timbers,transferfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chromaniacs-2-balls-and-a-mic-crossover-roundtable-sdfc-2-1-over-san-jose-lead-supporters-shield--67455544
We also invite you to check out the video version of this show on YouTube, where some of The Chromaniac's jokes might make a lot more sense :) ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67455544Wed, 20 Aug 2025 15:53:06 +0000Craig ElstenMonday night's first hour of 2 Balls and a Mic (the flagship podcast of SanDiego.Futbol) brought together The Chromaniacs, along with Chiva and Abe of SD.F, for a fun hour of roundtable SDFC talk! The group focused on Sunday's road result, a 2-1 win...
We also invite you to check out the video version of this show on YouTube, where some of The Chromaniac's jokes might make a lot more sense :) ]]>44822ballsandamic,chromaniacs,futbol,mls,podcast,roundtable,sandiego,sdfc,thechromaniacsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/12-who-is-sdfc-s-best-young-player--67374988

• A look back at SDFC's 2-0 win in Kansas City
• Who is SDFC's best young rookie?
• Could two SD pro teams win their divisions this year?

VOICE OF THE SUPPORTER

• Frontera SD Vice President Vanessa B joins the show!
• Creating supporter energy in San Diego
• the challenge of bringing multiple SGs under one banner

SD-SAN JOSE PREVIEW

• Alex Peña's experience becoming a soccer fan in San Jose
• Jeeping the Cristians under control
• Can SDFC keep their remarkable road run going?

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67374988Fri, 15 Aug 2025 04:08:48 +0000Craig ElstenON THE SHOW TONIGHT - A look back at SDFC's 2-0 win in Kansas City - Who is SDFC's best young rookie? - Could two SD pro teams win their divisions this year? VOICE OF THE SUPPORTER - Frontera SD Vice President Vanessa B joins the show! -...

• A look back at SDFC's 2-0 win in Kansas City
• Who is SDFC's best young rookie?
• Could two SD pro teams win their divisions this year?

VOICE OF THE SUPPORTER

• Frontera SD Vice President Vanessa B joins the show!
• Creating supporter energy in San Diego
• the challenge of bringing multiple SGs under one banner

SD-SAN JOSE PREVIEW

• Alex Peña's experience becoming a soccer fan in San Jose
• Jeeping the Cristians under control
• Can SDFC keep their remarkable road run going?

]]>4199chromaniacs,fronterasd,mls,podcast,preview,sanjoseearthquakes,sdfc,thechromaniacsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-chromaniacs-post-game-show-san-diego-fc-2-0-sporting-kc--67326362

• Getting your Designated Players right matters in MLS...a LOT
• Individual brilliance from Chucky Lozano for a 1-0 lead
• SDFC holding off an hour of spirited KC attack
• Dreyer using his determination and getting a little luck too
• CJ Dos Santos back in net with a clean sheet
• Why does SDFC play so well away from home? 

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67326362Mon, 11 Aug 2025 04:08:08 +0000Craig ElstenThe Chromaniacs gather late on a Saturday night after a 2-0 SDFC win at Sporting KC.  - Getting your Designated Players right matters in MLS...a LOT - Individual brilliance from Chucky Lozano for a 1-0 lead - SDFC holding off an hour of spirited KC...

• Getting your Designated Players right matters in MLS...a LOT
• Individual brilliance from Chucky Lozano for a 1-0 lead
• SDFC holding off an hour of spirited KC attack
• Dreyer using his determination and getting a little luck too
• CJ Dos Santos back in net with a clean sheet
• Why does SDFC play so well away from home? 

]]>3045away,chromaniacs,podcast,postgame,postmatch,sandiegofc,sdfc,show,sportingkc,thechromaniacs,winfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/11-searching-for-a-nine-leagues-cup-review-sporting-kc-preview--67284685

• Milan Iloski to Philadelphia, a tale of TAM
• Corey Baird to SDFC, what kind of fit will he be?
• Is Marcus Ingvartsen the key player down the stretch at forward?
• Leagues Cup Review: a goodbye win over Mazatlan
• Another change in net
• Mikey Varas post-Mazatlan sound
• Sporting KC preview: can SDFC keep up their road form in the heat and humidity?

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67284685Thu, 07 Aug 2025 13:42:49 +0000Craig ElstenON THE SHOW TONIGHT - Milan Iloski to Philadelphia, a tale of TAM - Corey Baird to SDFC, what kind of fit will he be? - Is Marcus Ingvartsen the key player down the stretch at forward? - Leagues Cup Review: a goodbye win over Mazatlan - Another...

• Milan Iloski to Philadelphia, a tale of TAM
• Corey Baird to SDFC, what kind of fit will he be?
• Is Marcus Ingvartsen the key player down the stretch at forward?
• Leagues Cup Review: a goodbye win over Mazatlan
• Another change in net
• Mikey Varas post-Mazatlan sound
• Sporting KC preview: can SDFC keep up their road form in the heat and humidity?

]]>3899baird,chromaniacs,futbol,iloski,ingvartsen,leaguescup,ligamx,mls,podcast,preview,review,sandiegofc,sdfc,soccer,sportingkc,thechromaniacsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/10-leagues-apart-sdfc-stumbles-vs-pachuca--67218561

• Transfers incoming, Duran Furree returns, we check out the latest roster moves!
• A look back at a tough night against Pachuca in the Leagues Cup opener
• Was Leagues Cup the right fit for a young SDFC franchise? 
• Preview of tonight (Friday's) match vs Tigres UANL
• Training grounds sound from head coach Mikey Varas and forward Tomas Ángel

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67218561Fri, 01 Aug 2025 17:00:59 +0000Craig ElstenON TODAY'S SHOW - Transfers incoming, Duran Furree returns, we check out the latest roster moves! - A look back at a tough night against Pachuca in the Leagues Cup opener - Was Leagues Cup the right fit for a young SDFC franchise?  - Preview of...

• Transfers incoming, Duran Furree returns, we check out the latest roster moves!
• A look back at a tough night against Pachuca in the Leagues Cup opener
• Was Leagues Cup the right fit for a young SDFC franchise? 
• Preview of tonight (Friday's) match vs Tigres UANL
• Training grounds sound from head coach Mikey Varas and forward Tomas Ángel

]]>3861chromaniacs,chucky,leaguescup,mls,pachuca,podcast,sandiego,sdfc,thechromaniacs,tigresfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/post-game-show-san-diego-fc-1-nashville-sc-0--67148332https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67148332Mon, 28 Jul 2025 04:04:27 +0000Craig ElstenCraig Elsten and Alex Peña break down and discuss SDFC's stirring 1-0 win over Nashville SC, helping keep San Diego on top of the Western Conference table. Tony Sanchez joins the guys from Snapdragon Stadium, bringing along post-match sound from head...2786chromaniacs,nashvillesc,podcast,postgame,sdfc,thechromaniacs,winfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/9-are-the-kids-alright--67107482
On this week's main show, the guys take a look at the early names linked to SDFC in the transfer window. Looks like the team is getting even younger than it already is. Can we really say San Diego FC is going for it in MLS, or are they settling more into a first-year expansion outlook? 

Nashville SC is in town for a Friday night showdown at Snapdragon Stadium. The guys look at what might be the msot challenging match of the entire regular season. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67107482Fri, 25 Jul 2025 03:44:06 +0000Craig ElstenCraig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña talk all things San Diego FC with you weekly, and after every match!  On this week's main show, the guys take a look at the early names linked to SDFC in the transfer window. Looks like the team is getting...
On this week's main show, the guys take a look at the early names linked to SDFC in the transfer window. Looks like the team is getting even younger than it already is. Can we really say San Diego FC is going for it in MLS, or are they settling more into a first-year expansion outlook? 

Nashville SC is in town for a Friday night showdown at Snapdragon Stadium. The guys look at what might be the msot challenging match of the entire regular season. ]]>3109chromaniacs,fc,mls,nashvillesc,podcast,sandiego,sandiegofc,sdfc,thechromaniacs,transfer,windowfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-chromaniacs-post-game-show-san-diego-fc-draw-1-1-vs-vancouver-whitecaps--67055749https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67055749Mon, 21 Jul 2025 13:40:44 +0000Craig ElstenCraig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña break down a dramatic 1-1 draw that allowed SDFC to stay atop the MLS Western Conference standings for now. Included, discussion of the tremendous night for a very young back line, performances from Ian Pilcher...2891chromaniacs,draw,podcast,postgame,recap,sandiegofc,sdfc,soccer,vancouver,whitecapsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/8-honeymoon-over-in-sd-iloski-out-tfc-blanks-sdfc-1-0--67027353
Agenda 7/17/2025Intro

• Follow us on IG at @thechromaniacs
• Please rate/review

Iloski

• Milan Iloski is gone just like that
• What has Tony heard around the club for their side of the story?
• What Tyler Heaps had to say
• Empirical evidence this was not anticipated: Iloski appearance at 18 Threads the week prior, Iloski jerseys prominently displayed the weekend prior! 
• Now there’s a #9-sized hole in the SDFC attack

Toronto FC 1 SDFC 0

• What a time to play a disconnected game and lose to a bottom-tier side
• Negri’s penalty was earned and partially caused by poor pass-back play to set it up
• Mighten and Angel were non-factors, mostly the same for Dreyer
• Chucky injected life into the attack
• It *was* a handball but they didn’t review it because Chucky was way offsides
• Varas: TFC was man-marking and adding +1 to the back line and –1 to the front line, onus on center backs to carry some offense forward, didn’t happen

Tyler Heaps–incoming transfer window

• No second DP
• He’s telling us to wait and see, what will we see?
• New loan in: Aiden Harangi

Voice of the Supporters

• Wait, another supporters fight? In the section after the match?
• Frontera SD getting a *terrible* reputation in a hurry

Look ahead: Vancouver on Saturday

• All is forgiven with a win here?
• Can Chucky start/play 90
• Bombino as important?
• Vancouver has 2 wins and 2 losses since last meeting
• Everyone is back from the Gold Cup. 

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67027353Fri, 18 Jul 2025 13:03:10 +0000Craig ElstenAgenda 7/17/2025Intro - Follow us on IG at @thechromaniacs - Please rate/review Iloski - Milan Iloski is gone just like that - What has Tony heard around the club for their side of the story? - What Tyler Heaps had to say - Empirical evidence this was...
Agenda 7/17/2025Intro

• Follow us on IG at @thechromaniacs
• Please rate/review

Iloski

• Milan Iloski is gone just like that
• What has Tony heard around the club for their side of the story?
• What Tyler Heaps had to say
• Empirical evidence this was not anticipated: Iloski appearance at 18 Threads the week prior, Iloski jerseys prominently displayed the weekend prior! 
• Now there’s a #9-sized hole in the SDFC attack

Toronto FC 1 SDFC 0

• What a time to play a disconnected game and lose to a bottom-tier side
• Negri’s penalty was earned and partially caused by poor pass-back play to set it up
• Mighten and Angel were non-factors, mostly the same for Dreyer
• Chucky injected life into the attack
• It *was* a handball but they didn’t review it because Chucky was way offsides
• Varas: TFC was man-marking and adding +1 to the back line and –1 to the front line, onus on center backs to carry some offense forward, didn’t happen

Tyler Heaps–incoming transfer window

• No second DP
• He’s telling us to wait and see, what will we see?
• New loan in: Aiden Harangi

Voice of the Supporters

• Wait, another supporters fight? In the section after the match?
• Frontera SD getting a *terrible* reputation in a hurry

Look ahead: Vancouver on Saturday

• All is forgiven with a win here?
• Can Chucky start/play 90
• Bombino as important?
• Vancouver has 2 wins and 2 losses since last meeting
• Everyone is back from the Gold Cup. 

]]>4975chromaniacs,futbol,mls,podcast,sandiego,sandiegofc,sdfc,thechromaniacstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-chromaniacs-post-game-show-san-diego-fc-2-1-chicago-fire-milan-iloski-held-out-leaving-sd--66966082https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66966082Sun, 13 Jul 2025 16:51:10 +0000Craig ElstenCraig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña come together live on YouTube after SDFC's 2-1 road win over Chicago Fire, continuing the expansion club's remarkable run of success on the road. The guys break down a tremendous first half and wobbly second...2869chicago,chromaniacs,fc,fire,iloski,loan,milan,mls,podcast,postgame,sandiego,sdfc,wintruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/7-a-dynamic-loss-fired-up-for-a-match-in-chicago--66940676

• Did last week’s 4-3 loss to Houston expose a longer-term issue for SDFC? (weakness in defender depth, back-door of a pressure strategy)
• What is the summer transfer window? How much can SDFC spend?
• Training grounds sound from Mikey Varas

Preview

• SDFC at Chicago Fire
• We get to hate Gregg Berhalter again! Mikey vs Gregg 
• Playing in an NFL stadium (Soldier Field)
• Fire are 2-3-4 at home this season
• Fire just got eliminated from US Open Cup
• Luca back??? Chucky back in the starting 11?
• Players to watch for Chicago

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66940676Fri, 11 Jul 2025 06:11:50 +0000Craig ElstenCraig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña begin with an exciting announcement: Chromaniacs is going to a twice-weekly recording schedule! The show will now be airing both on Thursdays as well as after each SDFC match. Also on the docket for episode...

• Did last week’s 4-3 loss to Houston expose a longer-term issue for SDFC? (weakness in defender depth, back-door of a pressure strategy)
• What is the summer transfer window? How much can SDFC spend?
• Training grounds sound from Mikey Varas

Preview

• SDFC at Chicago Fire
• We get to hate Gregg Berhalter again! Mikey vs Gregg 
• Playing in an NFL stadium (Soldier Field)
• Fire are 2-3-4 at home this season
• Fire just got eliminated from US Open Cup
• Luca back??? Chucky back in the starting 11?
• Players to watch for Chicago

]]>3429berhalter,chicago,chromaniacs,diego,fc,fire,lozano,match,mls,next,podcast,preview,san,sandiego,sandiegofc,sdfc,soccer,thechromaniacs,varasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/6-sdfc-s-summer-sun-run-continues-interviews-with-dreyer-mcvey-and-varas-houston-dynamo-preview--66856367
On this week's episode of the Chromaniacs, Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña look back at a magical comeback in the heat at FC Dallas. What should the nickname be for the three-headed-attack of Chucky Lozano, Milan Iloski and Anders Dreyer? Take a moment to reflect on where this expansion team is today, now. 

Then, Tony visited SDFC training grounds to bring back interviews with newly contract-extended center back Christopher McVey, MLS MVP favorite Anders Dreyer, and head coach Mikey Varas. 

In "Voice of the Supporter", @terriblesdfcmemes joins us to tell us about being a member of The Riptides, what lured him to supporter culture and how the north section continues to grow together.

The guys wrap up with a look ahead to Saturday night's home match against Houston Dynamo. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66856367Fri, 04 Jul 2025 04:20:10 +0000Craig ElstenIt's summer in San Diego, SDFC is #1 in the Western Conference and perfect on a three-match road trip, Anders Dreyer is an MVP candidate, and the stadium atmosphere is vibrant and rocking. What more could a San Diego soccer fan ask for?  On this...
On this week's episode of the Chromaniacs, Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña look back at a magical comeback in the heat at FC Dallas. What should the nickname be for the three-headed-attack of Chucky Lozano, Milan Iloski and Anders Dreyer? Take a moment to reflect on where this expansion team is today, now. 

Then, Tony visited SDFC training grounds to bring back interviews with newly contract-extended center back Christopher McVey, MLS MVP favorite Anders Dreyer, and head coach Mikey Varas. 

In "Voice of the Supporter", @terriblesdfcmemes joins us to tell us about being a member of The Riptides, what lured him to supporter culture and how the north section continues to grow together.

The guys wrap up with a look ahead to Saturday night's home match against Houston Dynamo. ]]>4765chromaniacs,chromaniacspodcast,diego,dynamo,fc,fcdallas,fronteraultras,houston,league,major,mls,podcast,riptides,san,sandiegofc,sdfc,soccer,thechromaniacstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-milan-iloski-is-the-best-player-in-sdfc-history--66767482
PLUS: Three SDFC MLS All-Stars, the building savvy of GM Tyler Heaps, a full preview of SDFC-FC Dallas and much more! 

Please do us the favor if you're reading this and leave the show a five-star review on your podcast platform of choice, thanks!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66767482Fri, 27 Jun 2025 04:54:52 +0000Craig ElstenCraig, Tony and Alex are back to review a remarkable 5-3 road win over Vancouver, pushing SDFC into first place in the Western Conference of MLS. Milan Iloski. MILAN ILOSKI! Four goals in his first-ever MLS start?? Where should the mural go in San...
PLUS: Three SDFC MLS All-Stars, the building savvy of GM Tyler Heaps, a full preview of SDFC-FC Dallas and much more! 

Please do us the favor if you're reading this and leave the show a five-star review on your podcast platform of choice, thanks!]]>4218chromaniacs,diego,escondido,fc,four,goals,iloski,local,milan,milaniloski,mls,podcast,san,sandiego,sandiegofc,sdfc,star,thechromaniacs,vancouver,whitecapsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/4-win-of-the-year-goal-of-the-year-playoff-dreaming-in-sd--66644245https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66644245Fri, 20 Jun 2025 04:37:55 +0000Craig ElstenCraig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña are back for another weekly conversation about San Diego FC. On the heels of a 4-2 away victory at Minnesota, the question is asked, was this the best result of the season? Milan Iloski continues to turn heads,...3784chromaniacs,diego,fc,mls,podcast,san,sandiegofc,sdfc,soccertruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/3-san-diego-fc-v-minnesota-united-twin-city-tussle--66554861https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66554861Sat, 14 Jun 2025 02:33:52 +0000Craig ElstenCraig, Tony and Alex look back at a well-attended friendly against Club America, one where the visitors brought their fourth team and SDFC took advantage for a 3-0 win. Looking ahead to a huge road match at Minnesota, the question becomes who will...4034chromaniacs,mls,podcast,sandiegofc,sdfc,soccerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2-marvelous-may-chucky-s-hurt-and-america-is-here--66407972
This week, the guys go back through a 2-0 win over Austin FC. In the discussion: 

• The return of Marcus Ingvartsen
• Who should take Chucky Lozano's minutes now that he is injured again?
• Piling up points at home before a tough second half
• Is Milan Ilovski better served starting or coming off the bench?
• The North End minus three top supporters groups on Saturday
• A SDFC-Club América preview! 

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66407972Thu, 05 Jun 2025 13:45:22 +0000Craig ElstenCraig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña are back for the second episode of Chromaniacs!  This week, the guys go back through a 2-0 win over Austin FC. In the discussion:  - The return of Marcus Ingvartsen - Who should take Chucky Lozano's minutes...
This week, the guys go back through a 2-0 win over Austin FC. In the discussion: 

• The return of Marcus Ingvartsen
• Who should take Chucky Lozano's minutes now that he is injured again?
• Piling up points at home before a tough second half
• Is Milan Ilovski better served starting or coming off the bench?
• The North End minus three top supporters groups on Saturday
• A SDFC-Club América preview! 

]]>4778chromaniacs,diego,fc,mls,podcast,san,sandiego,sandiegofcfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/1-welcome-to-the-chromaniacs--66407749
Join Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez (SanDiego.Futbol) and Alex Peña (Chromatic FC Substack) for a weekly conversation about San Diego FC and MLS! In this inaugural episode, the guys introduce themselves, take an overview look at SDFC's season to date, review a 1-0 loss at Seattle, discuss the fallout from the previous Saturday's clash between LA Galaxy and SDFC supporters groups, and preview the Saturday match vs Austin FC. 

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66407749Thu, 05 Jun 2025 13:41:23 +0000Craig Elsten(Originally posted 5/29/25) Join Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez (SanDiego.Futbol) and Alex Peña (Chromatic FC Substack) for a weekly conversation about San Diego FC and MLS! In this inaugural episode, the guys introduce themselves, take an overview look...
Join Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez (SanDiego.Futbol) and Alex Peña (Chromatic FC Substack) for a weekly conversation about San Diego FC and MLS! In this inaugural episode, the guys introduce themselves, take an overview look at SDFC's season to date, review a 1-0 loss at Seattle, discuss the fallout from the previous Saturday's clash between LA Galaxy and SDFC supporters groups, and preview the Saturday match vs Austin FC. 

]]>6269chromaniacs,diego,fc,mls,podcast,san,sandiegofc,sdfcfalsefull