Off The Woodwork

This week’s SDH Week In Review covers the game from multiple levels across the American soccer landscape. Apple TV's Kacey White joins the show to break down early MLS storylines, surprise teams, concerns around Orlando City, and the latest from the opening stretch of the NWSL season. We also catch up with Union Omaha sporting director Jamie Henderson for a look at life in USL League One, balancing league play with the US Open Cup, roster turnover, and the club’s ambitions on and off the field in Nebraska. Plus, Meadowcreek boys coach Jose Rodriguez joins the show to talk about building one of Georgia’s top high school programs, the support around the team, and the growth of the game at the GHSA level.

Jason Longshore and Madison Crews sit down with Atlanta United legend and USMNT veteran Brad Guzan to break down Atlanta’s scoreless draw with D.C. United, the progress Tata Martino’s team is making, and what the upcoming friendlies mean for Mauricio Pochettino’s squad. Guzan also discusses the goalkeeper battle, defensive flexibility, and why Atlanta is ready for a massive summer on the world stage.

Jason Longshore takes you through a full night of Atlanta Soccer Tonight, starting with Atlanta United’s early-season profile after five games. The show also includes a Brad Guzan interview, major MLS news, a wide-angle conversation about player development and the evolving American pathway through Atlanta United Director of Methodology Javier Perez, a preview of the week in international soccer, and the closing 3-4-3 with local developments, global headlines, and stories worth carrying forward.

Jason Longshore joins Chris Thomas Tonight to break down the draw to DC and how the team can find more consistency moving forward

Abe Gordon and Jon Nelson recap what looked to be a promising start for Atlanta United but ended in a 0-0 result against DC United!

This week’s SDH Week in Review covers three big conversations from across the game. Dave Johnson, the legendary voice of DC United, joins the show for opposition research ahead of Atlanta United’s matchup with DC. Then Marietta Daily Journal investigative reporter Hunter Riggall breaks down the Marietta City Council vote tied to NWSL Atlanta’s future training ground plans. To close, Apple TV commentator Francisco X. Rivera joins the show to talk MLS, Vancouver-San Jose, and some of the bigger themes developing around the league.

Jason Longshore joins Chris Thomas to break down the club's first win of the season

Atlanta United finally turned progress into points, and Jason Longshore and Madison Crews break down why the win over Philadelphia felt different. They also cover NWSL opening weekend attendance and on-field storylines, Atlanta’s World Cup fan festival plans, key USMNT roster debates ahead of the March friendlies, and a Champions League round of 16 full of pressure for England’s biggest clubs.

Abe Gordon and Nick Aliffi recap United's first win, and, what was their best performance of a young and slow-starting season, defeating the Philadelphia Union 3-1.

SDH Week in Review goes from the field to the front office this week. Dave Leno previews Philadelphia Union’s visit to Atlanta with insight into the Union’s shape, their press, and the details that could decide the match. Glenn Davis checks in from Houston with an unvarnished conversation about the Dynamo, the Dash, and the disconnect between soccer potential and soccer leadership. Atlanta United executive Skate Noftsinger closes the show with a look at GA 100, club collaborations, founding member opportunities, and the road to 2026. SDH AM airs Monday-Friday starting at 9:05 on the Soccer Down Here YouTube and Twitch channels and is available as a podcast from soccerdownhere.net.

Atlanta United returns home looking for answers after a difficult start to the season, and this week’s SDH Week in Review brings insight from the voices who have been closest to the action. Jon Nelson is joined by Apple TV analyst Kacey White, who was on the call for Atlanta United’s loss in San Jose, to break down what she saw from the Five Stripes and where the team can improve heading into the home opener. Next, Real Salt Lake radio commentator Landon Southwick joins the show to preview RSL ahead of their trip to Mercedes-Benz Stadium, including how Pablo Mastroeni’s side is playing and what Atlanta should expect tactically. Finally, Miguel Gallardo, Spanish-language commentator with Apple TV, discusses calling tonight’s match and reflects on one of the wildest moments of last weekend in MLS: Inter Miami’s dramatic comeback against Orlando. Three perspectives from three broadcasters across MLS, all focused on the storylines shaping Atlanta United’s week. Guests: Kacey White (Apple TV MLS Season Pass)

Atlanta’s women’s sports landscape continues to expand, and the arrival of an NWSL club is the next major step. On Atlanta Soccer Tonight, Jason Longshore is joined by Madison Crews and Noel White for a crossover conversation about why Atlanta is such fertile ground for women’s professional sports. From the Atlanta Dream’s momentum to the state’s deep youth and high school soccer pipeline, the trio explores how a new NWSL team could inspire the next generation of players across Georgia. They also discuss the business growth behind women’s sports, the rising visibility of female athletes, and how Atlanta’s culture of supporting local teams could help women’s soccer thrive when the new club arrives. Plus: a fun debate about the perfect goal song for Atlanta’s future NWSL side.

Atlanta United’s loss in San Jose wasn’t just about the scoreline. Tata Martino called the first half “lamentable” and questioned the team’s approach and courage. Jason Longshore breaks down what the numbers revealed, why buildup and hesitation unraveled the structure, and what must change before the home opener. The show zooms out to examine the modern balance between control and verticality in today’s game, then shifts to a crossover conversation with Madison Crews and Noel White on the growth of women’s sports in Atlanta as the NWSL prepares to arrive. With 100 days until the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Jason looks at what preparation means on and off the field before closing with the 3-4-3: local soccer movement, global headlines, and the stories shaping the game this week.

Madison Crews and Jon Nelson recap what was another discouraging 2-0 loss by Atlanta United to the hands of the San Jose Earthquake!

Jon Nelson gets you ready for Matchweek 2 in MLS with guests Kacey White of Apple TV, Ted Ramey of San Jose Earthquakes radio, and Max Anderson of Chicago Fire radio. Catch SDH AM Monday-Friday starting at 9:05am on the Soccer Down Here YouTube & Twitch channels.

Jason Longshore joins Chris Thomas Tonight to recap a tough start to the season and how they rebound

Atlanta Soccer Tonight returns following Atlanta United’s season opener in Cincinnati as Jason Longshore and Madison Crews break down what we learned from Matchday 1 and what comes next. The show starts with a review of Atlanta United’s performance against FC Cincinnati, examining Tata Martino’s developing identity, the emergence of young midfielder Cooper Sanchez, and the challenges awaiting the Five Stripes on the road against San Jose. From there, the conversation expands league-wide after a high-scoring opening weekend in MLS, including LAFC’s statement win over Inter Miami, the growing impact of young players across the league, and early trends beginning to shape the 2026 season. In the global segment, the Champions League delivers major surprises — including Bodø/Glimt’s historic upset — while attention turns to decisive second legs across Europe. The show also previews the SheBelieves Cup and discusses Emma Hayes’ latest U.S. Women’s National Team roster as the next international cycle begins. The

Abe Gordon and Madison Crews recap the aftermath of Atlanta United's 2-0 road loss to FC Cincinnati in what was new head coach, Gerardo "Tata" Martino's debut with the club.

MLS Opening Weekend is here, and the voices of the game set the stage. In this week’s edition of SDH Week in Review, we revisit our in-depth conversations with Apple TV’s Devon Kerr and Nate Bukaty as they break down Atlanta United, FC Cincinnati, and the shifting balance of power in the Eastern Conference. From Tata Martino’s reset to questions about identity, mentality, and tactical evolution, it’s a wide-ranging preview of Matchweek 1. We also go international, catching up with U.S. U-17 head coach Alex Aldaz after World Cup qualification. What does “The US Way” really mean? How does CONCACAF measure up? And what did his group learn in a high-pressure three-game sprint? Finally, a powerful local story: Atlanta Amputee Soccer earns the 2025 Adapt and Thrive Disability Award. Co-founder Katie George and U.S. amputee national team player Jevon Booker join us to reflect on growth, inclusion, and what building something from scratch really takes. It’s MLS analysis, national team insight, and a reminder of t

Jason Longshore joins Chris Thomas Tonight to preview the first match of the season in Cincy