Rhode Island FC gets ready to take on Hartford Athletic in the 8th installment of El Clamico. Does RIFC have the roster strength to take on their derby rivals out of Connecticut in front of home fans that could see them re-enter playoff contention for the first time this season while simultaneously dropping Hartford below the playoff line or do the recent USL Cup Group 5 winners have different plans on the night?

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Rhode Island FC earns two points in their final round of Prinx Tire Cup action drawing 1-1 against Brooklyn FC before winning the additional point in penalties that saw Koke Vegas with an absolutely incredible performance from both inside the net and from the spot. RIFC is now out of the tournament, but were going to break down what this game meant beyond the standings and yes we’re going to dive into the red cards.

Rhode Island FC fly 3000 miles to get sacked in Sacramento falling to the Republic 2-1 in midweek action that they can’t even dwell on as they’re back to Prinx Tire Cup on the weekend in a match that might not even matter as Brooklyn FC returns to Centerville Bank Stadium. Can Khano Smith turn things around this week and find 3 points with a tired and injured squad or will the amber and blue continue to struggle?

Rhode Island FC hold the best of the west to a draw securing one point against Orange County SC in a night that had goals for, goals against and of course rain at centerville bank stadium. Was this game a good pressure test for midweek action all the way out in California or should this team walked away with more than a point? We’ll break down the result plus get you ready for a look ahead to Sacramento Republic FC.

Rhode Island FC returns to action after not playing a competitive match in 21 days against Orange County Soccer Club, a team they haven’t faced off against since 2024 that sits at the top of the Western Conference. Can RIFC pick back up where they left off and find their first result in club history against the California side and make fireworks of their own as they celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday or will Danny Stone have other plans on the night?

Rhode Island FC Attacker Leo Afonso joins the show to talk about his futebol journey, growing up in Brazil, time with RIFC and thoughts on the World Cup.

Rhode Island FC Defender Hamady Diop joins the show to talk about his soccer journey, his time in the MLS, and how he came to know and love Rhode island. Plus we talk World Cup and all things Senegal.

If you were watching Brazil/Morocco you missed Rhode Island FC conquer Loudoun United FC 4-1 action on the weekend. We’re going to unpack the statement victory and discuss why this team isn’t higher in the standings, what’s in store for the club during their break in the middle of World Cup and talk a little bit about the largest sporting tournament to ever hit our country's shores.