Quakes Cast Episode 17: Scoreless against the short-handed Galaxy, looking to exact revenge against the Red Bulls
Episode 17 of the Quakes Cast features a rather frank breakdown of the scoreless draw against the Los Angeles Galaxy and a look ahead to the big holiday weekend match against the New York Red Bulls at Stanford Stadium. Sometimes expectations can be frustrating — even a bit embarrassing — as evident by the inability of the Earthquakes to capitalize against a shorthanded Galaxy side on the weekend, but then you vent and move on. Keeping things in perspective, the Quakes are still in position to earn a postseason berth and appear to be hosting New York at an opportune time to put the Galaxy mess behind them. Team leader scorer Chris Wondolowski will be back from the Gold Cup, as he the rest of the Quakes look to exact some revenge against the Red Bulls for a loss on the road earlier this season. When the talk turns to Saturday’s match-up, Robert invites in New York Post writer Brian Lewis to get us up to speed on the visiting Red Bulls. From tailgating and a U.S. national team World Cup 1994 reunion before the game to a grand fireworks show after, Saturday evening’s match at Stanford promises to be a great start to a July packed with plenty of Earthquakes action.
Plus, check back later in the week for a bonus episode of the Quakes Cast that will feature an interview with World Cup ’94 star Paul Caligiuri as well as a lengthy discussion of the MLS Supporters Shield with Kelly Gray and Jay Hipps. So much going on with the Earthquakes this week, we had to do it twice.
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Robert,
Projected NY starting lineup. From what I can see, Backe isn’t traveling due to back surgery. I believe Marquez is out, Henry is out/doubtful, Rodgers is uncertain. This is looking like a weakened NY team, no? Kind of makes you question the Stanford location…
Dave
The strong marketing effort behind Saturday’s game obviously was made with the opponent in mind. If Henry doesn’t make the trip, that will be a shame for those that are checking out the game for that reason. At least, being that this is a holiday weekend, the events around the game make it an interesting day of soccer. As for the on-field action, the Quakes will have to like their chances to avenge their early season loss to New York, and most certainly must give a better effort than last Saturday if they are going to appease the fan base. 30,000+ are expected at Stanford Stadium on Saturday and another nationwide TV audience tuning in as well. Quakes can’t afford to stink it up for a second straight week.