
Countdown to Kickoff Presented by BMO on ESPNLA is getting you ready for every LAFC match with insight, access, and energy you won’t find anywhere else. Hosted by Mario Ruiz, this is your all-access pass to the Black & Gold. Countdown to Kickoff sets the stage with everything you need to know — from key matchups to storylines shaping the season. Mario brings you inside the locker room and onto the... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 15 | Founded | 3 months ago |
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On the latest episode of Countdown To Kickoff presented by BMO, Mario Ruiz is joined by Son Heung-min for an exclusive conversation about the excitement of preparing for his fourth World Cup, LAFC’s upcoming showdown with Seattle, and much more. Mari... more
On the latest episode of Countdown to Kickoff presented by BMO, host Mario Ruiz is joined by longtime soccer broadcaster Mark Rogondino to talk about an exciting new chapter with Angel City FC. Mario and Mark take a trip down memory lane and reflect ... more
Mario Ruiz sits down with Nkosi Tafari to talk about the heartbreak of LAFC’s CONCACAF Champions Cup exit in Mexico and the challenge of quickly refocusing on MLS play. Then, Mario previews LAFC’s showdown with the Houston Dynamo at BMO Stadium as th... more
On the latest episode of Countdown To Kickoff presented by BMO, Mario Ruiz is joined by LAFC forward Nathan Ordazto break down the club’s massive first-leg win over Toluca and look ahead to a tough road test against San Diego FC. Mario also previews ... more
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This show centers on insider access to LAFC and its broader soccer ecosystem, mixing match previews and postgame analysis with behind-the-scenes looks at roster decisions, stadium operations, and brand partnerships. Episodes frequently pair tactical breakdowns of upcoming opponents with player and staff interviews, providing on-field insight alongside human-interest angles such as food programs, fan experience, and league-wide developments like the CONCACAF schedule and Leagues Cup plans. Notable throughlines include team depth and rotation strategies, cross-club storytelling with Angel City FC, and sponsor integrations that keep the content anchored in the local Los Angeles soccer scene while expanding to global competitions and marquee ma... more
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Recent guests on LAFC Countdown to Kickoff include:
1. Marc Dos Santos
2. Nathan Ordaz
3. Riley Tiernan
4. Nkosi Tafari
5. Hugo Miranda
6. John Thorrington
7. Tyler Boyd
8. Ryan Hollingshead
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