Lionel Messi and Inter Miamis are one step closer to the MLS Cup Final after a second consecutive lopsided win, but this one came with one of the marquee players starting on the bench.

Co-hosts Franco Panizo and Jose Armando analyze Inter Miami's 4-0 victory over FC Cincinnati, Javier Mascherano's decision to sit Luis Suarez, Messi's latest masterclass as a false nine, and much more.

Messi, a Benched Suarez, Another Dominant Display | Episode 248

Podcast Friday - 3A Graphix Sports Calendar 112825

Podcast Monday Hour 1 120125

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami have reached their first MLS Cup Final, looking as well-rounded as ever heading into the championship game.

Show host Franco Panizo analyzes the state of Inter Miami after the 5-1 rout of New York City FC in the Eastern Conference Final, discusses Tadeo Allende's first hat-trick and run of form, previews Saturday's title tilt with the Vancouver Whitecaps, and more in the first of the special week's daily episodes.

Messi and the MLS Cup Final | Episode 249

- SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: http://cornerofthegalaxy.com/subscribe/ 
- COG LA GALAXY DISCORD: https://discord.gg/drr9HFZY2P
- COG ANTHEM MUSIC BY RAY PLAZA: https://linktr.ee/munditoplaza
- COG ANTHEM MUSIC DOWNLOAD: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3asiasldwKyoCRm1Vzx2h7?si=_LmXI9otT9y9j0ChMGMt2w

COG STUDIOS, Calif. -- The 2026 LA Galaxy Schedule has been released by Major League Soccer. And it's got some interesting difficulties. 

On today's show, hosts Josh Guesman and Kevin Baxter (from Washington, D.C.) discuss the schedule release and what the Galaxy will have in store for a 2026 MLS Cup run. Where does the schedule get tough? And what does the World Cup break mean for the city of Los Angeles? 

Plus, an MLS Cup and what it could mean for MLS, the World Cup Draw, and the Concacaf Champions Cup Draw. So many draws!

Let's talk!

--

Corner of the Galaxy is kicking off Season 17, just a few shows past number 1,250! And we can't wait to show you everything we've got in store for 2026!

This is a reminder that we go live twice a week — on Mondays and Thursdays at 8 PM on YouTube — and that you can find us conveniently on your preferred podcast platform (Apple, Spotify, SoundCloud, YouTube, Google Play, etc.). We're making it easy for you to stay connected!

So tell a friend that you've been listening to the longest-running team-specific podcast in Major League Soccer and that 2025 is a great time to start listening!


Schedule Drop Finds the LA Galaxy on a Long Road

Podcast Tuesday Complete 120225

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are the favorites heading into Saturday's MLS Cup Final, but is that helpful or harmful to their chances?

Co-hosts Franco Panizo, Jose Armando, and Simon Evans discuss the team's role heading into the championship game vs. the Vancouver Whitecaps, analyze the importance of the first goal, debate over whether Tadeo Allende is worthy of being a Designated Player for the future, and more.

Messi and the Role of MLS Cup Final Favorites | Episode 250

Podcast Wednesday - Will Inter Miami win the MLS Cup? 120325

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are three days away from hosting the MLS Cup Final, but you might not know it given the lack of buzz locally.

Show host Franco Panizo discusses the reasons for the lack of overall media attention to this point, analyzes the team's penchant for trying to gain a competitive advantage through psychological warfare, and more.

Messi and (MLS Cup) Mind Games | Episode 251

Michelle Kaufman talks Inter Miami CF and MLS Cup 120425

Podcast Thursday Interview Inter Miami CF Insider Michelle Kaufman 120425

31 year veteran Sports talk host. Follow on Twitter @BigOShow. Watch the daily show on #YouTube search & Subscribe #BigORadioShow.

Corner of the Galaxy is a bi-weekly Internet Radio Show dedicated to covering the LA Galaxy. Founded in 2009, we're closing in on 1,300 shows that focus on one the most interesting team in Major League Soccer. 

2025 Lineup: Josh Guesman (Host, LA Galaxy Beat Reporter, Producer, Creator), Eric Vieira (Co-Host), Kevin Baxter (Co-Host, LA Times Soccer Writer), and Sophie Nicholaou (Co-Host, Soccer Reporter, Highbury Squad Host), Damian Calhoun (Southern California News Group), Alex Ruiz (Galactic Tribune).

We've featured many high-profile interviews, including:

Landon Donovan, Edson Buddle, Sacha Kljestan, Jonathan Bond, Greg Vanney, Dennis te Kloese, Kevin Hartman, Robbie Keane, Omar Gonzalez, Bruce Arena, Dave Sarachan, Mike Magee, Todd Dunivant, Robbie Rogers, Sean Franklin, Pat Noonan, Alexi Lalas, Taylor Twellman, Brian Dunseth, Nigel De Jong, Dave Romney, Will Kuntz, Tom Braun And many, many more. 

It is our mission to provide you first-class LA Galaxy information in a timely, professional, and entertaining fashion. And with many of our co-hosts holding media credentials for the LA Galaxy, you are getting first-hand knowledge from some of the brightest minds in the media and beyond. We'll give you our opinions, and we'll strive to keep you entertained while you learn of the latest happenings across the wide Galaxyuniverser.

Of course, CoG isn't just a show. It's also a group of passionate people. And without the fans, the listeners, and the beautiful community that supports soccer in southern California, this LA Galaxy podcast would never have been around for so long. We're 17 season's into a lifetime of Galaxy coverage.

So what are you waiting for? We've got tons of LA Galaxy information to break down, and we're always planning our next show. We'll see you at the stadium!

New tracks tagged #MESSI