2026 Vibes are STRONG in Soccer City as the first-ever Charlotte Derby has been confirmed for the US Open Cup Round of 32, while The Crown rides high on the wings of a wonderful winner from Wilf that secured 3 points last time out at The Fortress.

Now, ahead of a titanic showdown vs Nashville, Apple TV's Ross Smith visits with John and Danny for a raucous midweek livestream full of incisive soccer analysis, double-pour brown liquor, and a whole lotta laughs. Special thanks as well the TFOS and Soccer Citizens for the lively and interactive chat all the way through.

Lock in for the full hour cuz this one is definitely For the Crown and Up the Jacks all damn day!

John & Danny react to Dean Smith's comments about Charlotte not being sexy enough to attract top players in Europe. GM Zoran Krneta echoed that statement in an interview with Backheeled. It's matchweek 6 and struggling Philadelphia Union is coming to the Queen City. Plus, the USMNT is in action over the international break! Will Patruck Agyemang make the final roster?

The Carolina Ascent are on a 4-match winning streak and they've picked a perfect time to get hot with the season hitting its stretch run.

Fueling their recent success has been the stellar play of winger Tyler Lussi, who's scored twice in fine fashion during the streak and shown off her signature "No Sleeves" flexing cellie in the process.

Tyler sits down with Danny Brams to talk about the togetherness of her new club, as well as the career path that led her from the Ivy League, to the PNW, then a detour in more ways than one down in Hollywood, before finally finding a home in the Carolinas.

Shoutout to the Moms (and the Dads!) raising kids who want to grow up and make the world a better place, this is the feel good episode you might not have even realized you needed!