Podcast: Why do the Refs Hate us?

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Episode 89: Matt and Robert recap the Minnesota match. We go over upcoming watch parties and a chance to be on the 2022 Anthem membership committee. We also talk about MLS, NWSL and World Soccer. Music by Matt the Electrician

Anthem Updates / Upcoming Events

• Saturday October 24th — v Houston — Circle Brewing — Kick Off at 4pm — Party starts around Noon
• Join the 2022 Membership Committee — Email Us

Austin FC Updates

• Minnesota Recap
• Officially out of the Playoffs

Major League Soccer

• New England and Seattle have clinched Playoffs

NWSL Updates

• NWSL final moved from Portland to Louisville

World Soccer Updates

• USMNT 6 Points from 3 Matches — Cause for Concern?

Predictions

• Recap of Anthem Host Prediction Table — Matt 41, Robert 36, Conor 34, Mark 25
• 3 Matches — Atletico Madrid v Liverpool, DC Utd v NE Revs, England Women v Northern Ireland Women

Wrap-up

• Austin Anthem is a Supporters Group for Austin FC. Catch-up with us on social media and become a member at AustinAnthem.org.
• This episode was hosted by Robert Avery @rlavery161 and Matt Barbour @matt_barbour
• Anthem merchandise is available on our online store. Free shipping on all fantastic grackle gear and your purchase goes to fund our non-profit’s operation.
• We close out today’s episode with a local treasure known as “Matt the Electrician”. He literally was an electrician during the early years of his music career, and still proudly stays grounded with his blue collar roots which is evident in his autobiographical lyrics and overall musical vibe. He will be playing at the 04 Center here in Austin on November 6th, and you can find out more on the socials @MattTheE. We hope you enjoy the first single from his new album that releases November 5th; the song is called Big Changes.
• If you’d like to send us music to use in the pod or send us tips on how to make the show better drop us an email at podcast@austinanthem.org. Remember to leave us a review and subscribe to the show

Austin Anthem is an independent supporters group for Austin FC, the Major League Soccer club of Austin, Texas.