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Lobbing Scorchers

Ari Liljenwall & Noah Riffe

Lobbing Scorchers is a Seattle Sounders and MLS focused show brought to you by Sounder at Heart. Hosted by Major League Soccer"s Ari Liljenwall and Noah Riffe. Join us as we lob our scorching takes on the American soccer landscape, Seattle Sounders, Major League Soccer, USMNT and more. Lobbing Scorchers is produced and owned by Just Once Media.https://lobbingscorchers.com

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73:40

How do the Seattle Sounders Stack Up Against the BEST...

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2026/04/20

After an unfortunate exit from Concacaf Champions Cup, the Seattle Sounders returned to league play with a bang, beating St. Louis CITY SC 4-1 at Lumen Field in MLS Matchday 8. We'll give our takeaways from a cathartic result, then dive into our thought exercise of the week, where we'll discuss how Seattle stacks up against some of the other frontrunners in the Western Conference, including LAFC, Vancouver and San Jose. After previewing this weekend's match vs. FC Dallas, we'll close it out by

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98:03

Fans react to Seattle Sounders vs. St. Louis CITY SC!

Lobbing Scorchers ·

2026/04/19

We react and take calls following Seattle's MLS Matchday 8 clash with St. Louis CITY SC at Lumen Field.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe Niko MorenoSPONSORS☕️ Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff is presented by QED Coffee a Seattle based roaster, coffee shop and coffee subscription service. Visit them in person at one of the three Seattle locations or online and use code ‘LS74’ for 25% off across the site:

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62:53

Fans react to Seattle Sounders Leg 2 vs. Tigres UANL!

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2026/04/16

We react and take calls following Seattle's Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinal finale vs. Tigres UANL at Lumen Field.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe Niko MorenoSPONSORS☕️ Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff is presented by QED Coffee a Seattle based roaster, coffee shop and coffee subscription service. Visit them in person at one of the three Seattle locations or online and use code ‘LS74’ for 25% off across the site:

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80:13

Seattle Sounders Welcome a Liga MX GIANT!

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2026/04/14

A massive week awaits the Seattle Sounders, as the Rave Green welcome mighty Tigres UANL to Lumen Field to close out the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals. Facing a 2-0 aggregate deficit after Leg 1, can Seattle celebrate their long-awaited homecoming with a comeback and keep their CCC title dreams alive? And will Jesus Ferreira be in the starting XI for the series finale after his surprising omission in the first leg? We'll break out the lineup builder and project exactly how we think Brian

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90:31

Did Brian Schmetzer Get it Wrong in Mexico?

Lobbing Scorchers ·

2026/04/10

Lobbing Scorchers’, Ari Liljenwall and Noah Riffe regroup after a tough Leg 1 of the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinal. The Seattle Sounders sit in a 2-0 aggregate hole against Tigres UANL after failing to score at El Volcán. Can the Rave Green flip the script at Lumen Field, or is this year’s CCC campaign headed for an unceremonious end?Lobbing Scorchers questions Jesus Ferreira’s omission from the Sounders FC starting XI, and if Brian Schmetzer got the subs wrong in Mexico, and if Seattle fans

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120:42

Fans react to Seattle Sounders CCC quarterfinals at...

Lobbing Scorchers ·

2026/04/09

We react and take calls following Seattle's Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals Leg 1 at Tigres UANL.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe Niko MorenoSPONSORSHaxan Ferments- Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE Hot Sauce w/ purchase!Sounder at Heart- Our network

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85:24

Can the Seattle Sounders take down TIGRES? (feat....

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2026/04/06

After another successful episode of the Seattle Sounders Road Show, all eyes are on Concacaf Champions Cup, starting with Wednesday's massive quarterfinal opener at Tigres UANL. We'll give our final takeaways from Matchday 6's 1-0 victory at Houston and Paul Rothrock's game-winner, then react to a couple of major Sounders news items, with Nikola Petković lost for the season to a torn ACL and Peter Kingston signing a first-team contract. Later in the show, we'll be joined by Jeff Rueter of the

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122:13

Fans react to Seattle Sounders at Houston Dynamo!

Lobbing Scorchers ·

2026/04/05

We react and take calls following Seattle's Matchday 6 fixture at Houston Dynamo FC.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeSPONSORSHaxan Ferments- Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE Hot Sauce w/ purchase!Sounder at Heart- Our network host and biggest supporter,

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82:08

Seattle Sounders DPs vs. the Rest of MLS!

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2026/03/30

With the Seattle Sounders on a bye week, we take this episode to dive into a thought exercise where we compare Seattle's Designated Players to others around MLS. Later on, we'll preview the Rave Green's pending return to league play on Saturday at Houston Dynamo FC, then dive into some USMNT punditry after the Yanks got slammed 5-2 by Belgium ahead of Tuesday's match against Portugal, which will conclude the March international window.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok

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77:33

BREAKING: Georgi Minoungou Traded to Colorado Rapids...

Lobbing Scorchers ·

2026/03/27

The Seattle Sounders have traded midfielder Georgi Minoungou to the Colorado Rapids. In this video, we break down the full details of the deal — including the GAM and players involved — what Minoungou brought to Seattle, what this means for the Sounders roster going forward, and why Colorado made this move.Georgi Minoungou came up through Tacoma Defiance and developed into one of the most exciting dribblers in MLS. The 23-year-old Burkina Faso international tallied 2 goals and 4 assists across 32

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82:47

Grading the Seattle Sounders season so far

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2026/03/23

After a hectic road-heavy start to the 2026 campaign, it's finally bye week time for the Seattle Sounders, making it a good time to assess the squad's performance through 5 league matches and the Concacaf Champions Cup Round of 16. We'll dish out letter grades for position groups and overall performance, then dive into some Concacaf Champions Cup coverage, including more thoughts on Seattle's blockbuster quarterfinals matchup with mighty Tigres UANL.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram

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114:34

Fans react to Seattle Sounders at Minnesota United!

Lobbing Scorchers ·

2026/03/22

We react and take calls following the Seattle Sounders' MLS Matchday 5 fixture at Minnesota United FC.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeSPONSORSHaxan Ferments- Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE Hot Sauce w/ purchase!Sounder at Heart- Our network host and

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62:39

Seattle Sounders are Playing One of Liga MX's Galacticos

Lobbing Scorchers ·

2026/03/21

After a widely successful tour of the Pacific Northwest with stops in Vancouver and Spokane, we’re back at the Sounder at Heart studio to discuss the exciting news of the Seattle Sounders’ opponent in the Conacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals: Tigres UANL, one of Mexico’s top clubs who are coming off a thrilling 5-4 aggregate victory after an FC Cincinnati choke job in the Round of 16. We give our takes on the blockbuster matchup, then revel more in the downfall of Lionel Messi and Inter Miami, and

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81:18

Lobbing Scorchers, Brad Evans and Lesle Gallimore...

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2026/03/20

Lobbing Scorchers speak to Seattle Sounders Brad Evans and Seattle Reign Lesle Gallimore LIVE in Spokane. Lobbing Scorchers is joined by Spokane Soccer Show live from Flatstick Pub in Spokane, Washington ahead of the Seattle Sounders Concacaf Champions Cup clash with the Vancouver Whitecaps.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe Niko MorenoSPONSORSHaxan Ferments- Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars,

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123:04

Fans react to Seattle Sounders ADVANCING in Concacaf...

Lobbing Scorchers ·

2026/03/19

We react to the Seattle Sounders' historic victory at ONE Spokane Stadium to clinch a spot in the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals!Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeSPONSORSHaxan Ferments- Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE Hot Sauce w/ purchase!Sounder

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46:54

Will Bruin Reveals What MLS Doesn't Want You to Know

Lobbing Scorchers ·

2026/03/17

We're joined by former Seattle Sounders forward Will Bruin, who gives us the lowdown on what he's been up to in retirement and a behind-the-scenes look at the career of an MLS lifer. We discuss some of our favorite memories from his playing career, including the origin of his famous Dancing Bear goal celebration, and his conflict with Sounders legend Ozzie Alonso before they joined forces in Seattle. Bruin played for Seattle from 2017-2022, following a standout run with Houston Dynamo FC. He

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83:09

Seattle Sounders road show goes to SPOKANE!

Lobbing Scorchers ·

2026/03/16

The Seattle Sounders Road Show continued its hot start in MLS Matchday 4, this time smashing and grabbing all three points in Sunday night's 1-0 over San Jose at PayPal Park. We'll break down Seattle's mammoth defensive effort and Tino Lopez's insane goal-line clearance, then dive headlong into previewing Seattle's historic trip to Spokane, which will see the Rave Green seek to close out their Round of 16 series vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC at ONE Spokane Stadium.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube

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142:59

Fans react to Seattle Sounders at San Jose Earthquakes!

Lobbing Scorchers ·

2026/03/16

We react and take calls following the Seattle Sounders' Western Conference matchup at San Jose in MLS Matchday 4.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeSPONSORSHaxan Ferments- Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE Hot Sauce w/ purchase!Sounder at Heart- Our network

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47:10

Keith Costigan Talks Seattle Sounders and Calls Out...

Lobbing Scorchers ·

2026/03/14

Apple TV Broadcaster and commentator Keith Costigan talks about the Seattle Sounders MLS campaign ahead of their weekend matchup with San Jose Earthquakes. Costigan also shares his takes on Cristian Roldan and the USMNT fans displeasure with him.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeSPONSORSHaxan Ferments - Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the

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75:17

Fans react to Sounders vs. Whitecaps Concacaf...

Lobbing Scorchers ·

2026/03/13

We react following the Seattle Sounders Concacaf Champions Cup Round of 16 Leg 1 vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC at BC Place.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeSPONSORSHaxan Ferments- Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE Hot Sauce w/ purchase!Sounder at Heart- Our

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