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PODCAST

Defenders of the Banc - The LAFC Podcast

J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

Christian "Filly" Filimon and "The Scarf" J.R. Lebert talk all things LAFC (Los Angeles Football Club), Los Angeles" MLS soccer club. Hear original content, player, personnel, and fan interviews, team news, game breakdowns, supporters group chats, and so much more about LAFC. This podcast is BLACK and GOLD!

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00:40:05

LAFC Books A Date in Costa Rica - Episode 396

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2026/02/26

On Episode 396, Scarf takes you through the 1-0 win over Real España, as LAFC advances to play Costa Rican side, and familiar CCC foe, Alajuelense in the next round. Son Heung-min and Denis Bouanga both start and play the first half. Jude Terry and Amin Boudri each make their LAFC debuts, and Nkosi Tafari's first LAFC goal is the difference in the match.Also on this episode, we chat about Denis Bouanga's extension, keeping him in Black and Gold through at least 2028, as well as taking a look back

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00:25:13

Real España Round Two! - One More Sleep

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2026/02/24

It's the night before a match, so it's time for One More Sleep, Defenders of the Banc's pre-match show focused on giving you all you need to know before you watch the next LAFC match! Real España makes the trek from San Pedro Sula, Honduras, to the heart of Los Angeles to take on the Black and Gold in the friendly confines of BMO Stadium. LAFC won the first leg, 6-1, so expect some roster rotation during this one! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about

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00:52:50

Messi Searches for Answers in the Tunnel! - Episode 395

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2026/02/23

Almost 76,000 were on hand to see Lionel Messi, Son Heung-min, and a Hollywood-worthy list of stars at The Coliseum. LAFC did not disappoint, as the Black and Gold pummeled the defending champs, 3-0. Denis Bouanga had a goal and an assist, David Martinez kept his hot start to the season going, and Sonny notched his 4th assist of 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:31:25

Messi and Miami Meet LAFC at BMO - One More Sleep -...

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2026/02/21

The stage is set. The 2026 MLS season opens with the biggest bang of them all: Son Heung-Min, Denis Bouanga, and LAFC host Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, and the defending champs, Inter Miami. In what might be a record MLS crowd at The Coliseum, both clubs will look to set the tone for 2026! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:52:32

Bouanga Has a Hat Trick in Honduras! - Episode 394

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2026/02/19

Filly and Scarf recap the 6-1 drubbing of Honduran side Real España in front of their home fans in San Pedro Sula. The 2026 CONCACAF Champions Cup could not have started better for the Black and Gold.A renewed David Martinez looked great up top alongside the all-world duo of Denis Bouanga and Son Heung-Min. Denis scores a hat trick to see him on 104 goals all-time for LAFC, while Sonny pairs his goal with three assists! Stephen Eustaquio, who looked amazing on the night, and Matthew Evans both made

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00:37:46

LAFC Heads to Honduras - Getting to Know Our CCC...

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2026/02/17

Defenders of the Banc co-host and producer J.R. "Scarf" Lebert breaks down everything you'll want to know as LAFC takes on Real España in the first round of the 2026 CONCACAF Champions Cup. Players from up and down their roster are highlighted, including former LAFC goalkeeper, Luis "Buba" Lopez. Son Heung-Min, Denis Bouanga, Hugo Lloris, and the rest of the Black and Gold will have their hands full with a very prideful Honduran side, but Scarf predicts a romp! Take a listen

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Episode 393 - LAFC at the 2026 CVI

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2026/02/10

Send a textLAFC plays in front of cameras for the first time in 2026, heading out to the Coachella Valley Invitational! Denis Bouanga scores a late one for LAFC in their 1-1 draw vs. NYCFC. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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One More Sleep - 2026 Coachella Valley Invitational...

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2026/02/08

Send us a textScarf and Laff preview the beginning of the MDS Era (at least the first match we can see!), a preseason tilt vs. NYCFC!

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Episode 392 - Saying Goodbye to 2025!

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2026/01/01

Send us a textFilly and Scarf put a bow on 2025! We discuss our new coach, the new signings, old signings, and much more since our last episode several weeks ago!Happy New Year and to everyone who made Defenders a part of their 2025, THANK YOU!

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Episode 391 - Missed Chances, Missed Penalties End...

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2025/11/23

Send us a textLAFC's 2025 run comes to an end in the Western Conference Semis. Battling back from down 2-0, LAFC leveled things at the death with an incredible free-kick strike from Son Heung-min. Despite the Whitecaps going down to 10 men, and then 9, LAFC's chances either connected with the woodwork or went wide. The match would be lost in penalties, as both Sonny and Mark Delgado missed their chances and LAFC fell on kicks, 4-3. The Steve Cherundolo era is officially over.

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Episode 390 & One More Sleep! LAFC Heads to Vancouver!

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2025/11/22

Send us a textOne More Sleep AND a regular episode, all rolled into one! Filly and Scarf breakdown the matchup between LAFC and Vancouver in Canada and then go another half-hour plus talking about all the news that happened over Don Garber's vacation break: The 2026 schedule, international duty, MLS Commissioner talk, the Luca Bombino trade, and more!

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Episode 389 - Denis Keeps It 100 (and 101) in Austin!

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2025/11/03

Send us a textLAFC moves on to the Conference Semifinals for the fourth straight season with a 4-1 victory in Austin! Sonny gets one as Denis gets to 101 in an LAFC shirt!

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One More Sleep - LAFC vs. Austin Yet Again! - MLS Cup...

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2025/11/02

Send us a textLAFC heads to Austin, looking to close things out in their best-of-three series!

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Episode 388 - Ugly W vs. Austin Opens 2025 MLS Cup...

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2025/10/31

Send us a textLAFC began its quest for a second star over the crest with an ugly, hard-fought 2-1 victory over Austin FC at BMO Stadium. The two new contract signees, Ryan Hollingshead and Nathan Ordaz, both figured in the scoring.

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24:28

One More Sleep - The 2025 Audi MLS Cup Playoffs...

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2025/10/29

Send us a textLAFC takes on Austin in the first match in the best-of-3 First Round.

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One More Sleep - Final Matchday of 2025 Regular...

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2025/10/18

Send us a textLAFC heads to Commerce City for the final matchday of the 2025 regular season! Can Denis win the Golden Boot? Where will LAFC finish? It's all about Decision Day!

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Episode 387 - Streaks Stopped in Austin with 1-0 Loss

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2025/10/14

Send us a textLAFC loses to Austin for the second time in 2025, 1-0 yet again. No Sonny. No Denis. No goals.

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One More Sleep - 90 Degrees in Austin - 2025 Matchday 33

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2025/10/12

Send us a textLAFC heads to Austin for a match rescheduled from July, match 33 of 34 of the 2025 regular season. Who will step up in Denis' and Son's absence?

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Episode 386 - Ebobisse & Amaya Down Toronto 2-0

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2025/10/10

Send us a textLAFC figure it out without Sonny or Denis, beating old friend Jose Cifuentes and Toronto FC, 2-0. LAFC has now kept a clean sheet for almost 350'!

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One More Sleep - Last Match at Home in 2025, Eh? -...

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2025/10/08

Send us a textLAFC takes on Toronto FC in the last home regular season match of 2025! Welcome back, Cifu!

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