SoundbytesPreviewing
Week 13 of the 2019 MLS Regular Season
Soundbytes from players and coaches previewing Week 13 of the 2019 MLS Regular Season from the following are now available HERE. When using soundbytes, please credit the specific club providing the content.
Friday, May 24:
LA Galaxy at Orlando City SC (link)
LA:
ORL: coach James O'Connor (English), Cristian Higuita (English), Nani (English), Lamine Sane (English), training broll: Nani talks about the progress but still a lot of work to do in improving and creating a run of results, and Lamine Sane talks about Ruan and the speed in his game.
Atlanta United at Real Salt Lake (link)
ATL: coach Frank de Boer (English), Julian Gressel (English), Miles Robinson (English): Frank de Boer talks about breaking down other defenses and the potential for call-ups to the Concacaf Gold Cup and Copa America, Julian Gressel talks about his connection with Josef Martinez, and Miles Robinson discusses being named to the U.S. Men's National Team's provisional squad for the Gold Cup.
RSL:
Montreal Impact at Los Angeles Football Club (link)
MTL: coach Remi Garde (English), Evan Bush (English), Ignacio Piatti (French): Remi Garde discusses the Impact playing without suspended Samuel Piette and on facing Carlos Vela, Evan Bush talks about this important three-game home stand, and Ignacio Piatti discusses how he feels physically following injury and what type of game they need to play to produce a good result against LAFC.
LAFC: coach Bob Bradley (English), Eduard Atuesta (Spanish), Christian Ramirez (English and Spanish): Bob Bradley discusses the Impact's organization and counterattacking presence, and Christian Ramirez talks about Montreal's production before Ignacio Piatti's return.
Saturday, May 25:
New York City FC at Chicago Fire (link)
NYC: coach Domenec Torrent (English), Ronald Matarrita (Spanish): Domenec Torrent talks about the first time he was impressed seeing Heber and Torrent's discussions with his Croatian contacts to make this addition happen for NYCFC.
CHI:
Brandt Bronico (English), Jorge Corrales (Spanish), Bastian Schweinsteiger (English): Brandt Bronico and Bastian Schweinsteiger discuss the team's five-game home unbeaten streak and the club's upcoming challenge against New York City FC.
FC Dallas at Vancouver Whitecaps FC (link)
DAL: coach Luchi Gonzalez (English), Michael Barrios (Spanish), Jacori Hayes (English), Reto Ziegler (English): Luchi Gonzalez discusses the club's expectations in Vancouver, Jacori Hayes talks about the opportunity for more playing time and Reto Ziegler discusses switching to left back recently.
VAN:
Fredy Montero (English): Fredy Montero talks about the chances created and positive mentality during a tough midweek road draw against the 2018 Supporters' Shield-winning New York Red Bulls.
D.C. United at New England Revolution (link)
DC:
NE:
Interim coach Mike Lapper (English), Jalil Anibaba (English), Tajon Buchanan (English), Brandon Bye (English), DeJuan Jones (English): Mike Lapper discusses the improved collective defense, Jalil Anibaba talks about a hard-fought road performance recently in Montreal, and DeJuan Jones discusses the versatility to play winger or outside back when called upon.
Portland Timbers at Philadelphia Union (link)
POR: coach Giovanni Savarese (English and Spanish), Jeff Attinella (English), Brian Fernandez (Spanish, with English translation): GIovanni Savarese discusses the impact Brian Fernandez had during Portland's match against the Houston Dynamo, Jeff Attinella talks about the difficulties of playing several big matches on the road early in the season, and newcomer Brian Fernandez discusses his personal goals and the team's winning mentality.
PHI:
coach Jim Curtin (English), Brenden Aaronson (English), Ray Gaddis (English): Jim Curtin talks about Portland's transition play with Sebastian Blanco and Diego Valeri, and Ray Gaddis discusses the return of Portland's Diego Chara and how helpful that will be for the Timbers who are nearing the end of a long road stretch.
New York Red Bulls at FC Cincinnati (link)
NY: Luis Robles (English): Luis Robles talks about how the mentality needed to be stronger to get more than a draw during Wednesday's game against Vancouver Whitecaps FC and discusses his quick recovery from injury as he predicts he has another three or four solid years ahead of him.
CIN:
Interim coach Yoann Damet (English), Fanendo Adi (English), Eric Alexander (English), Rashawn Dally (English), Kendall Waston (English and Spanish), training broll: Yoann Damet talks about Rashawn Dally coming back up following a loan to Memphis in the USL Championship and how impressed he was with him earlier this year during the preseason, and Kendall Waston talks about being added to Costa Rica's preliminary Concacaf Gold Cup roster.
Houston Dynamo at Minnesota United FC (link)
HOU: coach Wilmer Cabrera (English and Spanish), Matias Vera (Spanish): Wilmer Cabrera talks about the level of energy Minnesota could bring as the club continues to play well at its new home.
MIN:
coach Adrian Heath (English), Brent Kallman (English), Miguel Ibarra (Spanish): Adrian Heath talks about the attacking threats of the Houston Dynamo, particularly the dynamic Alberth Elis, Brent Kallman discusses Minnesota's defensive improvement, and Miguel Ibarra talks about playing left back, a position he has previously played.
Columbus Crew SC at Colorado Rapids (link)
CLB: coach Caleb Porter (English): Caleb Porter talks about the danger that Colorado's Kei Kamara brings in his aerial play
COL:
Interim coach Conor Casey (English), Andre Shinyashiki (English): Conor Casey discusses building off of the club's first win of the season and Andre Shinyashiki talks about the confidence following a big road victory against the LA Galaxy.
Sunday, May 26:
Seattle Sounders FC at Sporting Kansas City (link)
SEA: coach Brian Schmetzer (English), general manager Garth Lagerwey (English), Stefan Frei (English): Brian Schmetzer, Garth Lagerwey and Stefan Frei react to Chad Marshall's decision to retire and what he accomplished on and off the field throughout his successful career.
SKC:
coach Peter Vermes (English), Matt Besler (English), Felipe Gutierrez (Spanish), Ilie Sanchez (English and Spanish): Matt Besler talks about his recovery from injury and Ilie Sanchez discusses how important it is having Besler's presence from the back.
San Jose Earthquakes at Toronto FC (link)
SJ: Chris Wondolowski (English): Chris Wondolowski talks about the congratulatory messages and linking up with old teammates who have reached out to him after setting the MLS all-time goalscoring record last week, and talks about how he would trade those 148 goals for the chance to win MLS Cup this year.
TOR:
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