Author: Oliver

  • Five Matches to Watch in the U.S. Open Cup Third Round

    Five Matches to Watch in the U.S. Open Cup Third Round

    The Third Round of the U.S. Open Cup will take place Tuesday, April 15 and Wednesday, April 16. There will be 16 matches all of which will be free to stream on the US Soccer Youtube channel. This round will see the entrance of all remaining USL Championship sides. Some of 2024’s lowest ranked clubs… Read more

  • Supporters of LA Galaxy Boycott Stadium in Unprecedented Move: A Retrospective

    Supporters of LA Galaxy Boycott Stadium in Unprecedented Move: A Retrospective

    With five MLS Cup victories and nine appearances in the big game, the LA Galaxy’s dominance in American soccer was undeniable. At least a decade ago it was.   With ten years since their last title win, cheating allegations, and supporter-led protests of the club, retrieving this dominance seemed almost impossible in 2023. Supporters’ groups are… Read more

  • Chris Klein: A Decade of Mismanagement

    Chris Klein: A Decade of Mismanagement

    A year ago, Dignity Health Sports Park found itself at the heart of a boycott from its most frequent visitors. Thousands of LA Galaxy supporters, some even since the club’s inception in 1996, chose to abandon their weekly game day rituals and favorite players in protest. Fans called for the president of the club, Chris… Read more

  • Singing on Gameday and Talking After: Angel Figueroa

    Singing on Gameday and Talking After: Angel Figueroa
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    Angel Figueroa has been a part of the Angel City Brigade for almost 10 years now and has some stories to tell. In that time he took up a role as Vice President of the group, but later had to step down, he helped create the Straight from the Stands podcast, and has travelled most… Read more