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Sound of the Loons
Minnesota United's official podcasts feature club insight, analysis, and storytelling with hosts Zarek Valentin and Jonathan Harrison. Tune in to Sound of the Loons for player interviews and fresh perspectives, or check out the Loons Matchday Preview to catch up on how the Black and Blue are faring throughout the season.
Episodes
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Decision Day Breakdown with Jon Marthaler and Andy Greder
Jon Marthaler and Andy Greder join Manny and Jonathan to recap the Loons’ domination of LAFC and explain Minnesota’s complicated Decision Day situation. See…
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Episode 348: Sense of Security with Morris Duggan
Defender Morris Duggan sits down with Zarek to talk about wearing the captain’s band, his contract extension, self care, and the team’s attitude going into a…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Playing from Behind
Manny and Jonathan get hyped for the Sprint Season, recap Minnesota’s draw in Houston and triumph over Kansas City, and look ahead to a big matchup against…
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Episode 347: Technical and Tactical with Cherrion Valerius
Defender Cherrion Valerius joins Zarek to talk about his move from the Netherlands to the United States, his contributions to the squad so far, and the…
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Episode 346: Season Recap with Darius Randell
After a fantastic season with MNUFC2, striker Darius Randell joins Zarek to talk about bouncing between MNUFC’s first and second team squads, his United States…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Not Our First Rodeo with Jon Marthaler
Jon Marthaler joins Manny and Jonathan to recap the Loons' glorious win over St. Louis, praise the striker duo of Kelvin Yeboah and Marcus Caldeira, and…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Crunch Time
With five games remaining in the regular season, Manny and Jonathan take a look around the league, recap the Loons’ back-to-back draws, and look ahead to the…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Preparing to Pivot
Manny and Jonathan relive the glory of the USMNT’s friendly at Allianz Field, dig into the Loons’ loss in Seattle, and look ahead to their upcoming Saturday…
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Episode 345: Catching Up with Tani Oluwaseyi
Villarreal and Canadian national team striker Tani Oluwaseyi joins Zarek to reminisce on his time as a Loon and look ahead to his return Allianz Field, as…
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Episode 344: Prepping for Postseason with Fanendo Adi
MNUFC2 Head Coach Fanendo Adi joins Zarek to discuss his background as a player, his approach to coaching, and the Twos’ approaching playoff match in Ventura…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Sounding Off Before the Break
Manny and Jonathan take a moment to look back on MNUFC2's playoff-clinching performance before turning their attention to the impending international break…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: The Playoff Push
Manny and Jonathan talk U.S. Open Cup, club youth development across the nation, and the Loons’ upcoming crucial contest against the LA Galaxy. See Privacy…
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Episode 343: Striking Success with Kelvin Yeboah
Club-leading goal-scorer Kelvin Yeboah joins Zarek to break down his recent scoring spree, playing selflessly, and the two-striker system. See Privacy Policy…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Searching for Momentum with Jon Marthaler
Jon Marthaler joins Manny and Jonathan to break down Minnesota’s struggle to find wins, praise Marcus Caldeira’s scoring spree, and discuss the merits of…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Closing the Window, Opening the Door
Manny and Jonathan discuss MNUFC’s acquisition of Cherrion Valerius, changes to the 2027 U.S. Open Cup format, and the Loons’ upcoming contest in Portland. See…
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Episode 342: El Juego Hermoso with Joaquín Pereyra
Midfielder Joaquín Pereyra joins Zarek to discuss differences in playstyle between Argentina and the US, reflect on the responsibility of wearing the captain’s…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Two Striker System with Jon Marthaler
Jon Marthaler joins Manny and Jonathan to recap transfers and signings around the league, the mechanics of a big in San Jose, and a toddler on the field. See…
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Episode 341: Homecoming with AZ Jackson
Recent signing AZ Jackson joins Zarek to talk about his return to Minnesota United, from a childhood on the East Coast to a stint in France and time with…
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Episode 340: Homeschool to Home Pitch with Kayne Rizvanovich
Keeper Kayne Rizvanovich sits down with Zarek to talk homeschooling, trash talking, and the 2026 Concacaf U-20 Championship. See Privacy Policy at…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Blast from the Past with Callum Williams
Commentator Callum Williams sits down with Manny and Jonathan to take a look around the league, recap the Loons’ late draw against Real Salt Lake, and…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Back to MLS Play with Jon Marthaler
Jon Marthaler joins Manny and Jonathan to discuss the AZ Jackson signing, the Loons’ Leagues Cup performance, and Banana Ball hot takes. See Privacy Policy at…
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Episode 339: Leading by Example with Ozzie Alonso
Former Loons captain and midfielder Ozzie Alonso sits down with Zarek to relive his journey to the pros, talk about making MNUFC’s Team of the Decade, and dive…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: All Things Leagues Cup with Neil Sika
Neil Sika joins Manny and Jonathan to dive into Leagues Cup, from Tomás Chancalay’s stellar form to what the Loons need to do better to pull off a win against…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: A Tale of Two Leagues with Kyndra de St. Aubin
Kyndra joins Manny and Jonathan to recap the MLS All-Star game, preview the San Diego matchup, and look ahead to the Loons’ upcoming Leagues Cup campaign. See…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Tactics and Hydration Breaks with Jon Marthaler
Jon Marthaler joins Manny and Jonathan to wrap up World Cup talk, welcome back MLS play, and discuss the Loons’ big test against Vancouver. See Privacy Policy…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Black and Blue, Back in Action
Manny and Jonathan break down the very eventful World Cup semifinal, preview the midsummer return to Major League Soccer, and take a look at what the Loons…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Quarterfinal Commentary
Manny and Jonathan break down the end of the Round of 16, talk disallowed goals, and predict the approaching quarterfinals. See Privacy Policy at…
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Episode 338: Brazil to Blaine with Cristiano Costa
New Head of Goalkeeping Cristiano Costa sits down with Zarek to reminisce on working with former MNUFC Assistant Coach Dennis Lawrence, growing up in Brazil…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Live from Soccer Celebration with Julian Gressel and Devin Padelford
Prior to the USMNT’s victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina, Julian Gressel and Devin Padelford join Manny to break down the best of the Group Stage, take a look…
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Episode 337: Minnesota Born and Raised with Devin Padelford
Defender Devin Padelford joins Zarek to talk about his contract extension, recap his loan to St. Louis CITY SC, and possibly win a dad joke competition. See…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Ramping Up to the Round of 32
Manny and Jonathan channel the excitement of the World Cup and recap host nation success, the Messi phenomenon, and the USMNT’s upcoming Round of 32 matchup…
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Episode 336: Putting in the Work with Marcus Caldeira
Striker Marcus Caldeira joins Zarek to reflect on his journey from the Canadian youth system to college ball to the pros, recaps his second hat trick of the…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: All-Stars and Stripes with Markanich, Duggan, and Wolff
Live from MNUFC’s Soccer Celebration, join Anthony Markanich, Morris Duggan, and Josh Wolff as they break down the USMNT’s World Cup action and look ahead to…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Cup Commentary with Kyndra de St. Aubin
Kyndra joins Manny and Jonathan to break down all the action of the World Cup Group Stage so far, from a dominant USMNT performance to a shocking scoreless…
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Episode 335: Boxy's Big Break
MNUFC and New Zealand center back Michael Boxall sits down with Zarek to set the scene for the impending World Cup, breaking down camp vibes, expectations, and…
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Episode 334: Playing Safe with Allina Health
Team doctors Robby Bershow and Joe Bellamy join Zarek to walk through what it’s like to navigate medical care in a pro sports environment and answer the…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Countdown to the Summer of Soccer
Manny and Jonathan look back at the thrilling draw against Real Salt Lake, break down the Team of the Decade, and discuss the USMNT roster. See Privacy Policy…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: The World’s Game with Neil Sika
Play-by-play announcer Neil Sika joins Manny and Jonathan to talk World Cup rosters, analyze Minnesota’s attacking strategy, and look ahead to a big matchup…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: The Scoop with Tom Bogert
MLS insider Tom Bogert joins Manny and Jonathan to recap what went wrong against Colorado and look ahead to a big cross-conference matchup in New England. See…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Comeback Season
Manny and Jonathan discuss an eventful weekend around the league, recap the Loons’ crazy comeback in Columbus, and look ahead to a promising Sunday Night…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Taking Chances with Andy Greder
Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press joins Manny and Jonathan to discuss the Loons’ pair of losses to tough opponents and look ahead to a weekend in Columbus. See…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Flying High with Jon Marthaler
Jon Marthaler joins Manny and Jonathan to recap a high-scoring night around the league, break down Minnesota’s fantastic run of form, and look ahead to a…
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Episode 333: East to Midwest with Kyle Duncan
Defender Kyle Duncan joins Zarek to chart out the journey from New York to Minnesota, dig into what drives Duncan as a player, and (of course) talk about dogs…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: California Takeover with Kyndra de St. Aubin
Analyst Kyndra de St. Aubin joins Manny and Jonathan to recap the big San Diego win, talk U.S. Open Cup, and take a look ahead at this weekend’s Portland…
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Episode 332: Behind the Scenes with Cameron Knowles
Head Coach Cameron Knowles sits down with Zarek to walk through the whirlwind of Knowles’ promotion, the squad’s tactical evolution, and the mindset going into…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Floors and Ceilings with Matt Doyle
Soccer insider Matt Doyle joins Manny and Jonathan to gauge potential around the league, talk San Diego strategy, and break down Minnesota’s performance so far…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: To the Galaxy and Beyond
Jonathan Harrison and Manny Lagos chat all things international break, World Cup predictions, and discuss the upcoming matchup between the Loons and the LA…
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Episode 331: Kicking to Coaching with Tommy Soehn
Assistant Coach Tommy Soehn joins Zarek to recap Soehn’s experience with indoor soccer, his time coaching Birmingham Legion in the USL Championship, and the…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Memory Lane with Andrew Wiebe
MLS reporter Andrew Wiebe joins Manny and Jonathan to talk through Minnesota United’s best moments of the past decade, take a look around the league, and…
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Episode 330: Full Circle with Danny Cruz
New assistant coach Danny Cruz joins Zarek to talk through his career, from childhood hockey to Norway, NASL to Louisville, and finally back to the Loons. See…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Back Home with Pierre Noujaim
FOX 9’s Pierre Noujaim joins Manny and Jonathan to break down the Vancouver match, chat about Minnesota’s new pair of assistant coaches, and discuss the…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Back Out West with Andy Greder
Andy Greder joins Manny and Jonathan to relive Nectarios Triantis’ phenomenal goal in Nashville, explore options in the back line, and look ahead to a big road…
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Episode 329: Catching Up with Morris Duggan
Defender Morris Duggan joins Zarek in Nashville to talk about the offseason, player mentality, and goals for 2026. See Privacy Policy at…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: A Look Around the League Ahead of Matchday 3
Jonathan and Manny recap a big home win against Cincinnati, look ahead to another cross-conference matchup in Nashville, and discuss the important matter of…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Scouting the League with Kyndra de St. Aubin
Kyndra joins Manny and Jonathan to walk through the league after Matchday 1, look ahead to the Home Opener, and ask the big question: Will we see James…
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Episode 328: The Next Generation with Wil Trapp
Midfielder Wil Trapp sits down with Zarek during the preseason invitational to talk about the offseason, the new coaching staff, and young players who are…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: Starting the Season with Andy Greder
Andy Greder joins Manny and Jonathan to discuss new Loons, lay out expectations for the season, and predict the playoffs for the Western Conference. See…
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Episode 327: Going Pro with Josh Wolff
Assistant Coach Josh Wolff joins Zarek to talk about his journey to the pros, his appearances in two World Cups, and the start of his time in Minnesota ahead…
Sound of the LoonsLoons Matchday Preview: James Rodríguez and the Preseason Countdown
Jonathan and Manny are back to set up the 2026 season, discussing everything from the Coachella Valley Invitational to new signing James Rodríguez and thoughts…
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Episode 326: Minnesota State of Mind with Peter Stroud
Midfielder Peter Stroud joins Zarek to discuss the move from Red Bull New York to MNUFC, his time in West Ham and college, and the first and only match he’s…