Hosts Jake Zivin, Ross Smith and Nat Borchers are joined by former USMNT player and FS1 soccer analyst Stu Holden and ESPN announcer Jon Champion on this episode of the MLS is Back Tournament Podcast. They share their perspectives on the tournament and insight into the final. Plus, Holden shares some great John Strong stories. And our trio previews the big game against Orlando. Also, Borchers pays off a bet.
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6:28"I thought there was a lot of fight [and] endeavor" | Jack Cassidy discusses match with Club América
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HIGHLIGHTS | Club América vs. Portland Timbers | Aug. 9, 2026
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LEAGUES CUP RECAP | Portland Timbers lose 3-1 to Club América
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GOAL | Krisoffer Velde scores for Portland against América
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"You have to keep a level head" | Brandon Bye on facing Club América
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"It's going to be an extremely tough test" | Jack Cassidy talks ahead of América
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"It's a good evening all around" | Jack Cassidy discusses win over Puebla
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