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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 23h

Despite being up a man for most of the match, New York City stumbled to a 2-1 loss against the Chicago Fire at Soldier Field. Three thoughts from Chris Tsakonas: glenncrookssoccer.com/new-york-cit...

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New York City FC fall 2-1 to 10-man Chicago Fire - Glenn Crooks

By Chris Tsakonas New York City’s playoff hopes are hanging on by a thread after falling 2-1 to the Chicago Fire at Soldier Field this afternoon. Hannes Wolf opened the scoring for the Pigeons in the ...

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 22h

1st principle w/ a goal up & man up at interval - make the opponent work by moving the ball, changing the point. It's the darkest moment in '26 for NYC as Chicago scored 2 playing 10v11 for the home win. NYC's Pascal Jansen followed by Chicago's Gregg Berhalter. Listen 👇

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

New York City lead the Chicago Fire 1-0 off a goal from Hannes Wolf in the 19th minute! Here's how it sounded on the radio call. Join us for live commentary now at nycfc.com/radio

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

Alonso Martinez says Pascal Jansen helped him thru the strains of ACL recovery. The NYCFC coach had back to back Achilles tears in his playing days. Jansen told me about helping Martinez who has played 30 min in 2 games & looking for more in Chicago. Listen👇 Full convo 215p ET nycfc.com/radio

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Alonso Martinez with his first public thoughts after returning from ACL surgery & how Pascal Jansen helped him through the pain. That & much more as New York City FC prepares for the Chicago Fire & the full return of MLS. "NYCFC Views Live" - 7pm ET www.youtube.com/watch?v=lcue... #NYCFC #USMNT

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

The only way to hear my recent conversation w/ FIFA & MLS referee, Ismael Elfath is on the SiriusXM app 👉https://bit.ly/4zoZyPN A former player in USL 2 when he arrived in the states at the age of 18, Elfath appreciates the players & the feel for the game. Listen👇 #Referees #MLS #FIFA #WorldCup

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Sometimes we forget that referees are human. I asked Ismael Elfath if he ever gets a jolt from big moments in a game. "Absolutely." Listen to his full response 👇 The 2-time World Cup & 2-time MLS Referee OTY my guest later on SiriusXM FC 7p ET/4p PT on Ch. 188 @proreferees.bsky.social

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

I enjoy my radio conversations w/ the referees. And I'm especially intrigued by their desired communication w/ players. Here's Ismael Elfath from our chat tonight on SiriusXM FC "Do they call you by your first name?" Listen👇 7p ET/4p PT on Ch. 188 @mlsrefstats.org @proreferees.bsky.social

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

You'll find it interesting why he decided those first 10-15 minutes which can be debated but he held firm with his reasoning. Hope you can listen.

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

How the referee is managing USA-Canada tonight is an item of interest. Tomorrow I'll talk to the referee who was managing ARG-ENG in the WC semi's - Ismael Elfath. I always enjoy talking to the referees - Ismael had 4 games at the WC & is 2-time MLS Referee OTY. 7pm ET on SiriusXM FC Ch.l 188

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Jesse Marsch should be more perturbed by the 1-2 defending of Richie Lareya than the potential offside on the goal scorer Justin Ellis. "Schoolboy defending" as my broadcast partner Matty Lawrence would call it. Alex Freeman with the quality cross. USA 1 Canada 0 #USAvCanada #USMNT #CMNT

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Games during international break - shame on MLS, Argentina & Mexico. Red Bulls missing vs St. Louis tonight: Ronald Donkor Matthew Dos Santos Julian Hall Mijahir Jimenez Adri Mehmeti Rafael Mosquera Dennis Nelich David Ruiz Omar Valencia Ridiculous!!

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

"A roll can look open without it actually being open." Melanie Thomas explains the unique challenges of women in coaching with me today on "The Coaching Academy." Listen👇 The full convo 4pm ET/1pm PT on @siriusxmfc.bsky.social Ch. 188 & the SiriusXM app - search, "The Coaching Academy."

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Australia may have waited too long to bring Aiden O'Neill into the fray vs Brazil. The NYCFC midfielder entered in the 82nd minute - Brazil scored their 3rd (Guimaraes) & 4th (Vinicius) goals between 70'-80' to win international friendly 4-2 in Brisbane earlier today. #Soccerroos #NYCFC #MLS

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Perhaps the most scrutinized player in America is 16 yr old Cavan Sullivan. He earned his first cap Sat. for the USMNT. Ryan Richter - the interim at Philadelphia Union - has worked w/ Sullivan since he was 8. Listen 👇 "We should be championing this mentality." Richter w/ me, SiriusXM FC 4p ET

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Vozinha is now a world famous footballer after his performances in goal at the World Cup for Cape Verde. “To be honest, if I were offered the life I have today or the life I had before I’d choose the one I had before.” Enjoyed the read 👉 observer.co.uk/news/sport/a...

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Cape Verde hero Vozinha: ‘I preferred my life before fame’

The goalkeeper became a star with a sensational performance against Spain in this summer’s World Cup, but has discovered the downsides to his new-found celebrity

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Matty and I did this earlier. "Coffee Break Live" every Monday 11am ET

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

We will have a slight delay with start of "Coffee Break Live" (possible 10-15 minute delay). Three NJ Transit train cancellations...to be continued. Peace from Jersey.

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

"Coffee Break Live" coming up this morn. Joined by Matty Lawrence for an international break review of NYC, MLS & the USMNT. We welcome comments/questions 11am ET👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3OL... #NYCFC #MLS #USMNT

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Marc Dos Santos has been dismissed by LAFC. #LAFC #MLS

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

New York City open the scoring in the 5th minute off an own goal from Matt Edwards! Here's how it sounded on the New York City FC radio call. It's 1-1 in the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Join us at nycfc.com/radio.

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

We'll have live reaction & see how many teens made their debut for USMNT followed by a scene-setter for Atlanta United-NYCFC at Mercedes Benz. "NYCFC Pregame Live" joined by Matty Lawrence ahead of our radio commentary. 630pm ET 👉 x.com/NycStormChas...

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

"NYCFC Views Live" later tonight. Thoughts from Matt Miazga, James Sands, Pascal Jansen & Philly Union interim head coach Ryan Richter talks about 16 yr old Cavan Sullivan who is poised to make his USMNT debut. Joined by Roberto Abramowitz from Atlanta. 7p ET www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzIx...

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Woke up with my Soccer America Daily to this quote from USMNT's Mauricio Pochettino. "[U.S. Soccer] showed confidence in us. We had already agreed and renewed before the World Cup began." As told to Andres Cantor on Fútbol de Primera. Poch knew he was coming back BEFORE World Cup.

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

"I was worried about getting into a good dorm at 18." Great line this morn from The Athletic's Chris Branch on 16-yr old Cavan Sullivan who will join Man City at 18. I spoke to his club coach at Philly, Ryan Richter about the pressure of expectation. 👇 Richter has coached him since he was 8.

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

He's the pride of Clifton, NJ Matt Miazga, now a member of New York City FC & noted for the feisty edge to his play. I asked him about his Jersey origins that set the table for the 31 yr old center back. Listen👇 Was told over 60 languages are spoken in Clifton. @stateofnewjersey.bsky.social

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

James Sands knows that Matt Miazga, the opponent, is a bit chippy & talks a lot on the pitch. Now, Sands is happy to have him as a teammate at New York City FC. Listen 👇 "Some of the guys I know well on Cincinnati, loved him." From my sit-down w/ Sands earlier today. @newyorkcityfc.com

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Neil Pierre came back from loan & said the Union lost that Philly mindset before interim head coach Ryan Richter took charge. I spoke with Richter this morn before training & asked him to define, "Philly mindset." Listen 👇 It's working-unbeaten in 11 MLS, 5 straight wins. @philadelphiaunion.com

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

New York City FC makes it official. Matt Miazga claimed off waivers for the remainder of '26. I chatted w/ Matt during Covid while he was at Vitesse & he shared this story of development while a teen at RBNY. DP Thierry Henry the instructor - listen👇 #NYCFC #RBNY #MLS @newyorkcityfc.com

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Eric Wynalda my guest tonight on SiriusXM FC He's coaching Nomme United in Estonia & relayed how a culture where kids are taught to express themselves impacts player development. Listen 👇 "Estonia is primed for their Icelandic moment."👇 7p ET Ch. 188 & SiriusXM app @jasondavis.bsky.social

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Christian Arnold's recent story on Nico Fernandez Mercau provided details about his personal decision to stay w/ NYCFC despite multiple offers. Christian joined us this morn on "Coffee Break Live" 👇 "The next step is the National Team. That's his next big goal." @nypostsports.bsky.social

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

"Coffee Break Live" this morn. NYC drops below playoff line--3 MLS teens called up by Poch score goals--Nashville 1st to clinch--World dart champ says booing must stop--World Gratitude Day. We cover it all...me & Matty Lawrence. 11am ET 👉 x.com/RichCimini/s...

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

The Asian Games are a 16-day event & feature a traditional sport called Sepaktakraw, a visually spectacular sport that combines soccer & volleyball. Players use their feet, knees, chest & head to keep a small, woven ball in the air. 👇 The athleticism is extraordinary. #AsianGames #Soccer

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

The Hudson River Derby & a former member of one side joining the other? "NYCFC Pregame Live" with myself & Matty Lawrence ahead of our live radio commentary on @SiriusXMFC & NYCFC Radio Network. 630pm ET 👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=08O5... #NYCFC #RBNY #NYCvNY #MLS

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

9 days ago on "Coffee Break Live" we speculated on Matt Miazga in a New York City FC uniform. "I would take him at NYCFC in a heartbeat." Listen👇 There is mutual interest between City & Miazga - awaiting its conclusion. Next "Coffee Break Live" Monday 11am ET

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Ismael Elfath was the referee for Argentina-England in the WC semi's. I was curious about his management of the match. "If you don't have a plan, you failed before you blew the first whistle." Listen👇 Intriguing convo on a future segment for SiriusXM FC Ch. 188 @proreferees.bsky.social

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Santi Rodriguez enjoying life with Columbus Crew SC. 2 goals, 2 assists in four matches including assists on both goals in win over Orlando City last night in US Open Cup. #Crew96 #MLS #USOpenCup #NYCFC #Botafogo

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Jack Harrison, injured against his former club New York City FC on Sept 9 is out for six weeks. #NERevs #NYCFC #MLS

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

"The relationship between amateur youth soccer & MLS academies is generally very good." Taking you inside a portion of my convo w/ the ECNL's Christian Lavers who suggests many things to ponder on the youth landscape. Listen👇 10p ET SiriusXM FC @theecnl.bsky.social @usclubsoccer.bsky.social

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

ECNL CEO Christian Lavers joins me on @siriusxmfc.bsky.social The focus is US Soccer's recent merger w/ USYSA & impact on ECNL, US Club & the landscape. The nuggets in this convo are insightful & thought-provoking. 10p ET Ch. 188 @ecnl.bsky.social @ecnlgirls.bsky.social @ecnlboys.bsky.social

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

VAR has distractions beyond what we might imagine. Which may have led to the incorrect decision on the Haaland goal in the Manchester Derby yesterday. Former EPL referee & VAR Graham Scott came on "Coffee Break Live" this morn to explain 👇 @proreferees.bsky.social @plnews.bsky.social

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

My NYCFC broadcast partner, Matty Lawrence & I co-host "Coffee Break Live" every Monday (or thereabouts). It's my personal assessment, but it's a "can't miss" soccer pod. 11am ET 👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxpS... #NYCFC #RBNY #NYCvNY #HudsonRiverDerby

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

The last time the Giants and Jets won on the same weekend was the final weekend of the 2023 regular season. #Giants #Jets #NFL #NFLLive

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