World Cup coverage kickoff (5/28/26)

World Cup coverage kickoff (5/28/26)

Author: Empire Strykers, FOX Sports 1270AM May 30, 2026 Duration: 58:23
We kick off our World Cup coverage by assessing the final U.S. roster and looking at some of the most intriguing question marks ahead of Canada and Mexico’s reveals. Of course, we also check in on the Empire Strykers battling for $1 million at TST (with the help of Fútbol Rapido Insider's Randy Hernandez) and talk all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City 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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11/7 with Angel City & England Star Katie Zelem [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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10/31 with LAFC Assistant Technical Director Jordan Harvey [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:40
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10/24 with OC’s ex-Galaxy attacker Cameron Dunbar [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:19
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10/17 with LA Galaxy icon Marcelo Sarvas (Empire Strykers) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:20
LA Galaxy icon and recent Empire Strykers signing Marcelo Sarvas opens up about his return to pro soccer, playing for the U.S. after obtaining his citizenship, how often he hangs out with David Beckham, whether today’s G…
10/10 with LA Galaxy defender John Nelson [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:13
John Nelson joins to talk about his breakout season with the LA Galaxy, whether the team’s attacking approach could be trouble in the playoffs, choosing college over MLS academies, Guilherme Biro’s crunching tackle again…
10/3 with ex-MLS & USMNT star Brek Shea [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:32
Ex-MLS and USMNT star Brek Shea joins to shed light on why he feels like an Uber driver these days, representing his country in the recent indoor clash with Mexico, how the experience differed from his outdoor days and c…
9/26 with Empire Strykers and TST standout Stefan Mijatovic [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:21
Empire Strykers ace Stefan Mijatovic joins to discuss playing alongside USMNT vets Brek Shea and Geoff Cameron at TST, why his dad didn’t want him to be a ‘keeper, being friends with Pat McAfee, facing Strykers teammate…
9/12 with LAFC defender Erik Dueñas [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:00
19-year-old LAFC defender Erik Dueñas chats with us about his rising stock in MLS, growing up with three brothers, playing professionally in his home region, choosing between the U.S. and El Tri, and lots more. As always…
9/5: Introducing “LA’s BEST XI” [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:35
Don’t miss the premiere of our new segment, LA’s BEST XI, which honors the past week’s top performers from all the major pro teams in Greater Los Angeles. As always, we also get you caught up on all the latest surroundin…