9/25 with LAFC & Canada midfielder Mathieu Choinière

9/25 with LAFC & Canada midfielder Mathieu Choinière

Author: Empire Strykers, FOX Sports 1270AM September 25, 2025 Duration: 57:49
LAFC’s Mathieu Choinière shares what’s made the Black & Gold so dominant with Son in the lineup, whether he feels any pressure to win trophies with the club, how close his Canada squad is to reaching World Cup form, his relationship with his brother and fellow pro soccer player David, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LA Galaxy, Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC.

There’s a lot of soccer being played in Southern California, and keeping up with it all can feel like a full-time job. That’s where Soccer in 60 comes in. This weekly podcast, presented by the professional indoor club Empire Strykers and heard on FOX Sports 1270AM, is built to be your essential guide. What makes it stand out is its comprehensive local focus-it’s the only show dedicated to covering all five major professional teams across Greater Los Angeles. You’ll get the latest on the MLS rivalry between LAFC and the LA Galaxy, follow the indoor action with the MASL's Empire Strykers, and get informed analysis on the other top-tier clubs that call the region home. The conversations are driven by contributors from some of the area's best local soccer podcasts, alongside respected local and national journalists, ensuring you get depth and variety in every episode. It’s more than just scores and highlights; it’s about the culture, the community, and the stories that surround the world’s game right here in SoCal. For fans who want to stay connected to the entire local soccer landscape without having to piece together news from a dozen different sources, this podcast is a reliable, engaging resource.
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