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The Official SDFC Podcast
San Diego FC’s official Club podcast brings inside access and analysis from players, coaches, and front office staff from MLS' newest club. Former MLS pros Sal Zizzo and Marvell Wynne join Kaila Burns-Heffner and weekly guests to keep you up-to-date on all things San Diego FC. New episodes drop every Wednesday.
Episodes
- The Official SDFC Podcast
Match Preview: San Diego FC vs Sporting Kansas City
Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones breaks down resent results and provides insight on the importance of the final game of the season versus Sporting Kansas City and…
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Match Preview: San Diego FC vs Seattle Sounders FC
Assistant coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Kaila and Sal to recap San Diego FC's draw versus La Galaxy and resent results. He provides a look into this weekend's…
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MLS SuperDraft picks Manu Duah and Ian Pilcher on year two with San Diego FC
Defenders Manu Duah and Ian Pilcher share stories and advice from their journey from college to the pros. The two 2025 MLS SuperDraft picks also reflect on…
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Match Preview: San Diego FC at Red Bull New York
Assistant coach Kelvin Jones joins Kaila and Marvell to break down San Diego FC's draw versus Austin and the International break. He previews this weekend's…
The Official SDFC PodcastIcelandic culture and hidden talents with Dagur Dan Þórhallsson
Exploring the Icelandic culture with Dagur Dan Þórhallsson. The defender shares how his father's professional football career influenced his own journey, what…
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A look into San Diego FC at the International Break
Sal, Marvell, and Kaila recap San Diego FC's 3-3 result at Austin and break down the remaining 7-game stretch of the MLS regular season. Sal and Marvell…
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Match Preview: San Diego FC at Austin FC
Assistant coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Kaila and Sal to recap September's matches and San Diego FC's first meeting with Inter Miami. He previews this…
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The Jorts Episode with Kieran Sargeant and Oscar Verhoeven
Defenders Kieran Sargeant and Oscar Verhoeven join Kaila and Sal to share the back story of the infamous lucky jorts, what they do on off days, and how growing…
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Match Preview: San Diego FC at Orlando City SC
Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones joins Marvell and Kaila to recap the LA Galaxy victory and preview the upcoming matchup versus Orlando City SC.
The Official SDFC PodcastAmahl Pellegrino opens up about his football journey and his recent return from injury
San Diego FC forward Amahl Pellegrino joins Marvell and Kaila to share his football journey, the time he score 27 goals in one game, and his recent return from…
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Match Preview: San Diego FC vs LA Galaxy
Assistant Coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Sal and Kaila to recap San Diego FC's 7-match stretch in August. He also shares what to expect in the upcoming matchup…
The Official SDFC PodcastLuca Bombino reflects on the LAFC match and his Sicilian heritage
Kaila and Sal recap San Diego FC's 7 matches in August. Defender Luca Bombino joins the show for the first time in 2026 to share how he's settling into life in…
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Match Preview: San Diego FC at Minnesota United
Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones joins Kaila and Joe Corona to recap recent matches versus Colorado and Dallas and preview Minnesota United. Joe joins the show for…
The Official SDFC PodcastAníbal Godoy talks to Joe Corona about his 2 World Cups with Panama and his leadership role with San Diego FC
San Diego native Joe Corona joins the podcast after retiring from a 16-year professional career across Liga MX, MLS, San Diego Loyal and 23 caps for the U.S…
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Match Preview: San Diego FC vs Colorado Rapids and FC Dallas
San Diego FC is back in action in MLS this week with a midweek matchup in Colorado and then back at home in Snapdragon Stadium on Saturday, July 25 vs FC…
The Official SDFC PodcastCJ Dos Santos on his surreal World Cup journey with Cape Verde
San Diego FC goalkeeper CJ Dos Santos sits down with Marvell and Kaila following a historic World Cup run that captivated the nation. Dos Santos shares how he…
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Match Preview: San Diego FC vs Vancouver Whitecaps FC
Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones joins Sal and Kaila to recap recent matches and preview the last match before the World Cup break this Saturday when San Diego FC…
The Official SDFC PodcastThe road to recovery with Alejandro Alvarado
Midfielder Alejandro Alvarado speaks on his recovery journey from his season-ending injury last June to the special moment he made his return in Houston this…
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Match Preview: San Diego FC at Seattle Sounders
Assistant Coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Sal and Kaila to recap the LAFC match and provide a look into the upcoming matchup versus Seattle Sounders. Stay tuned…
The Official SDFC PodcastInside the Dream: Building the school and character development
A special look at San Diego FC's newest Podcast, Inside the Dream: The Right to Dream San Diego Podcast. In this episode, hear from Right to Dream San Diego's…
The Official SDFC PodcastMeet the parents: Chris McVey and his family share childhood stories
For the first time in the Official SDFC Podcast history, Chris McVey joins the show with his parents. Andy and Anette McVey share stories of growing up…
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Match Preview: San Diego FC vs LAFC
Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones joins Marvell and Kaila to recap recent results versus Houston and Portland and provides a look into the upcoming matchup versus…
The Official SDFC PodcastDavid Vazquez on fixing cars, matcha, and his golf game
San Diego FC midfielder David Vazquez shares how his journey from LA to Philly helped shape his career, breaks down his scoring success versus Liga MX…
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Match Preview: Real Salt Lake and Houston Dynamo
Assistant Coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Kaila and Sal to recap the recent match versus Minnesota United and preview a 2-game road stint that includes a match…
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Carpool chronicles and magic tricks with Oscar Verhoeven and Bryce Duke
Midfielder Bryce Duke and defender Oscar Verhoeven share their carpooling routine, beach day itinerary, and their San Diego coffee tour. They also discuss what…
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Match Preview: San Diego FC vs Minnesota United
Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones joins Marvell, Kaila, and Sal to recap the match vs San Jose and preview this Saturday's Western Conference Final rematch vs…
The Official SDFC PodcastA dive into Scottish culture and life in San Diego with Lewis Morgan
Forward Lewis Morgan shares how Scotland and his brother helped shape his love for soccer, what role golf plays in his routine, and what stands out about San…
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Get to Know: San Diego FC Community Coaches Bianca and Yawara
As San Diego FC celebrates Community Night presented by California Bank & Trust this Saturday, get to know some of the people who are making it happen and…
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Match Preview: San Diego FC at San Jose
San Diego FC Assistant Coach Frank Hjortebjerg provides an update through the first 5 matches of the MLS regular season and joins Kaila, Marvell, and Sal to…
The Official SDFC PodcastMarcus Ingvartsen on Coming Back, Connecting with Dreyer & Who Runs the Ping Pong Premier League
Forward Marcus Ingvartsen watches the UEFA World Cup Qualifiers with Marvell, Sal, and Kaila while chatting about returning from injury, the on-field…
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Kelvin Jones breaks down SDFC through MLS Matchday 5
San Diego FC Assistant coach Kelvin Jones joins Marvell, Kaila, and Sal to break down SDFC's results through the first international break of the season.
The Official SDFC PodcastFrom Barcelona to San Diego with Pedro Soma
San Diego FC midfielder Pedro Soma shares how his journey to the MLS started at just 19 months old, what it's like to be a part of the young core at San Diego…
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Previewing our CONCACAF Battle in Toluca, Kids Night, and all things Academy with Jeff Cook
Marvell, Sal, and Kaila catch up on recent results across MLS and CONCACAF Champions Cup and preview upcoming matches against Toluca at Estadio Nemesio Diez…
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Match Preview: San Diego FC at Sporting Kansas City
Assistant coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Kaila, Marvell, and Sal after another home victory to preview San Diego FC’s first MLS away match against Sporting…
The Official SDFC PodcastPablo Sisniega shares his full-circle moment in CONCACAF Champions Cup
Goalkeeper Pablo Sisniega shares the story behind his full-circle moment in CONCACAF Champions Cup, the impact his Olympic parents had on his career, and what…
The Official SDFC PodcastLIVE POD: Super Bowl LX Champions Jason Myers and Rashid Shaheed return home to San Diego
San Diego natives and Super Bowl LX Champions from the Seattle Seahawks, Jason Myers and Rashid Shaheed, join Kaila and Marvell in front of a live audience at…
The Official SDFC PodcastLIVE POD: San Diego native Joe Corona shares life after retirement from 16-year career
Marvell and Kaila host the first live audience edition of the podcast at fan fest ahead of SDFC's match vs St. Louis City SC with special guest, Joe Corona…
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Match Preview: San Diego FC vs St. Louis City SC
Assistant coach Kelvin Jones joins Kaila, Marvell and Sal to break down San Diego FC's 5-0 win in the home opener vs CF Montréal and to preview this Sunday's…
The Official SDFC PodcastSan Diego Native Duran Ferree living the dream with his hometown club
San Diego FC's first-ever signing Duran Ferree speaks on his shutout performance in his first MLS start, growing up playing in San Diego, and what it means to…
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Match Preview: San Diego FC's MLS Home Opener vs CF Montréal
Assistant coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Kaila, Marvell, and Sal to chat recent CONCACAF Champions Cup results and to preview San Diego FC's first MLS match of…
The Official SDFC PodcastAnders Dreyer discusses season 2, fatherhood, and his ice cream order
Winger Anders Dreyer returns to the Official SDFC Podcast to launch season 2 ahead of San Diego FC's MLS Home Opener. Dreyer joins Kaila, Marvell, and Sal to…
The Official SDFC PodcastPreviewing San Diego FC's debut in the CONCACAF Champions Cup
Sal and Kaila kick off Season 2 of the SDFC Podcast with everything you need to know about the CONCACAF Champions Cup. Assistant Coaches Frank Hjortebjerg and…
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Wrapping up San Diego FC's first season with Mikey Varas and Tyler Heaps
In the final episode of the 2025 season, Head Coach Mikey Varas and Sporting Director Tyler Heaps join Kaila, Marvell, and Sal to reflect on SDFC's inaugural…
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Tyler Heaps and MLS analyst Dax McCarty on SDFC's record-breaking inaugural season
Former MLS midfielder and current MLS analyst for Apple TV Dax McCarty joins his former teammates to share his thoughts on San Diego FC's inaugural season and…
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Mikey Varas reflects on our inaugural regular season, Manny Machado shares what he thinks makes SDFC special
Head coach Mikey Varas joins Marvell, Sal, and Kaila ahead of Decision Day to share insight into his coaching philosophy and what being a part of San Diego…
The Official SDFC PodcastPlayoffs on deck with DJ Dynamiq
DJ Dynamiq, San Diego FC's official in-match DJ, talks about opening for Bad Bunny and what it means to be a part of building the matchday experience in SDFC's…
The Official SDFC PodcastA deep dive into Goalkeeping with Pablo Sisniega and Jason Grubb
Goalkeeper Pablo Sisniega shares the story of how he first became a goalkeeper and why this is the most fun he's had playing the position. Assistant coach…
The Official SDFC PodcastAlejandro Alvarado on experiencing a full circle moment with SDFC
Midfielder Alejandro Alvarado Jr. shares an update on his recovery journey and how making his MLS debut in San Diego FC's first-ever match was a full circle…
The Official SDFC PodcastHirving Lozano shares what it means to represent Mexico on the national stage and in San Diego
CBS Sports Golazo host and reporter Claudia Pagán joins Sal, Marvell and Kaila to provide her view of San Diego FC's inaugural season. Hirving Lozano joins…
The Official SDFC PodcastIan Pilcher on his pathway from college to the MLS
Defender Ian Pilcher shares his journey of getting drafted by San Diego FC, growing up in a family of athletes, and he reveals the team's best table tennis…
The Official SDFC PodcastMarcus Ingvartsen on his electric return to the pitch
Marcus Ingvartsen details his recovery and electric return to the pitch in a 2-1 win over San Jose. He also shares his journey from FC Nordsjælland to San…
The Official SDFC PodcastRanking matchday fits with Alex Mighten
Alex Mighten talks fashion, compares the MLS to the EPL, and answers some fan (and teammate-submitted) questions. Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones joins Sal…
The Official SDFC PodcastCrashing press conferences with Manu Duah and Willy
Manu Duah and Willy join the pod together to talk about debuts, Right to Dream, and crashing press conferences. Assistant Coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Sal and…
The Official SDFC PodcastBuilding the Human Performance Team at San Diego FC with Luke Jenkinson
San Diego FC's Head of Human Performance, Luke Jenkinson, joins the podcast to share stories of planning the first preseason for an expansion franchise and…
The Official SDFC PodcastFrom Dallas, to Finland, to San Diego: Onni Valakari shares his journey to the MLS
Midfielder Onni Valakari reflects on his childhood memories of the MLS, scoring the first home goal for San Diego FC, and his favorite Finnish foods. Assistant…
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Recapping Minnesota and the first half of the season with Marvell and Sal
Marvell Wynne and Sal Zizzo recap the match vs Minnesota United as well as the first half of the MLS season for San Diego FC. They also share their own pathway…
The Official SDFC PodcastTomás Ángel on Growing Up in the Game and Scoring that Goal vs Club América
Forward Tomás Ángel reflects on the impact his father’s international playing days had on his career, the advice he received from Thierry Henry, and what went…
The Official SDFC PodcastEscondido to Snapdragon Stadium: Milan Iloski & the May Recap
San Diego FC Forward Milan Iloski, an Escondido native, speaks on playing for his hometown club and shares how playing with his brothers -- and teammate Marcus…
The Official SDFC PodcastLuca Bombino on establishing his role as a starter
Defender Luca Bombino speaks on his transition to San Diego FC from LA, making his MLS debut, and what it means to him to play for San Diego. Assistant Coach…
The Official SDFC PodcastCJ Dos Santos on leaving a legacy with SDFC
CJ Dos Santos shares the story of how he first became a goalkeeper and gives the inspiration behind his matchday outfits . Assistant Coach Frank Hjortebjerg…