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  "textContent": "SPONSORED\n\n☕️ 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 their three Seattle locations or online and use code ‘****LS74**** ’ for 25% off across the site.\n\n\n                            Shop\n                        \n\nOn this episode, we continue our FIFA World Cup coverage with a deep dive into the USMNT's emphatic victory over Paraguay in their Group D opener. Was the performance a sign that the Americans are ready to make a legitimate run, and has it changed our expectations for what this team can accomplish?\n\nAfter a World Cup vibe/temperature-check, we preview the USA's upcoming showdown vs. Australia on Friday at Seattle Stadium, where the Yanks will look to build on the strong start and take another step toward the knockout rounds, hopefully with a tournament debut for Cristian Roldan after the Sounders standout remained an unused substitute in the opener.\n\nLater on, we turn our attention to Seattle's first World Cup match as Belgium takes on Egypt in a marquee clash featuring global superstars Kevin De Bruyne and Mohamed Salah. We discuss what to watch for, the significance of the match for Seattle and what we're expecting for one of the tournament's most intriguing group-stage contests.\n\nJoin us live on the Lobbing Scorchers YouTube every Monday at 8 am PT to kick off your week with the latest on all things Rave Green and Major League Soccer. Watch live to interact with us directly, and bring your questions, agendas, observations or grievances, or catch the audio version on your platform of choice.\n\n## About Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff\n\nLobbing Scorchers Kickoff is a Seattle Sounders and MLS focused morning show brought to you by QED Coffee. Hosted by Major League Soccer’s Ari Liljenwall and Seattle Sounders insider Niko Moreno. Join us as we lob our scorching takes on the American soccer landscape, Seattle Sounders, Major League Soccer, USMNT and more.\n\nInstagram·YouTube·Facebook·TikTok·Bluesky\n\nAri Liljenwall\n\nA soccer columnist and journalist for Major League Soccer covering soccer in America’s top flight league. Liljenwall has over ten years of experience reporting on the Seattle Sounders, beginning his career as a beat writer in 2014. Liljenwall is a graduate of Western Washington University and hails from New Mexico.\n\nBluesky·LinkedIn·Articles\n\nNiko Moreno\n\nSeattle Sounders insider and Pulso Sports executive editor. Moreno is known for his news breaking ability and reporting around Major League Soccer. As a bilingual reporter Moreno is able to bring news from around the world to Seattle Sounders fans.\n\nBluesky·Twitter·Instagram·Articles\n\nSPONSORED\n\n☕️ 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 their three Seattle locations or online and use code ‘****LS74**** ’ for 25% off across the site.\n\n\n                            Shop\n                        \n\nSPONSORED\n\nPodium Edmonds is a proud sponsor of Lobbing Scorchers. Located at 114 4th Ave N, in Edmonds, come shop and explore the best menswear in the Pacific Northwest.\n\n\n                            Shop\n                        \n\nSPONSORED\n\nThis podcast was made possible through the support of Full Pull Wines, a boutique wines reseller that has been sponsoring Sounder at Heart since 2011.\n\n\n                            Subscribe\n                        \n\nSPONSORED\n\nLobbing Scorchers is proud to partner with Haxan Ferments as the official hot sauce provider of our flaming hot takes. Use code ****LS**** at checkout for a FREE hot sauce with your order!\n\n\n                            Shop\n                        ",
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