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In Lutz We Trust(ed)!!!!

August 26, 2025 • Ryan Butchart, Nick Hoeflinger, Andy Hoover, Conner Sendobry, Lucas Winkelmann and Henry Wynd • Season 5 • Episode 3

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Football never disappoints — unless you’re Manchester United. From St. Louis City’s front office chaos to Spurs outclassing City, this week’s Mecca of Banter is stacked with drama, banter, and big-time analysis.

We dive into:

St. Louis City shakeup: Sporting director Lutz is out, ownership under fire, and fans demanding answers.
MLS fallout: Officiating disasters vs Vancouver, City 2’s youth dominance, and what’s next for the club’s future.
Premier League madness:
• Spurs vs City — Frank-ball dismantles Pep, Brennan Johnson shines, and Spurs’ center-back duo looks elite.
• United vs Fulham — more questions than answers.
• Liverpool vs Newcastle — absolute chaos, big goals, and fantasy football headaches.
• Chelsea, Arsenal, West Ham — injury updates, tactical changes, and breakout players.
Key players & talking points: Winks’ standout display, strikers’ impact on tactics, fantasy football insights, and Eketike’s rise.

⚽ Expect a mix of serious analysis, hot takes, and pure banter.

Sound bites you’ll love:

“This season is over.” • “It was electric.” • “Take it and run, baby!”

Chapters
00:00 – Introduction and Team Updates
05:36 – St. Louis City Sporting Director Departure
24:23 – Premier League Highlights and Chelsea's Performance
27:15 – Arsenal’s Corner Defense and Player Highlights
28:55 – Chelsea's Young Talent and Managerial Concerns
29:49 – West Ham’s Performance and Managerial Pressure
31:40 – Spurs vs. City: Tactical Masterclass
36:44 – Goalkeeping Decisions and Team Dynamics
40:11 – Arsenal’s Dominance and Player Performances
48:29 – Match Reflections: United vs Fulham
58:12 – Game of the Week: Liverpool vs Newcastle
01:10:18 – Outside the Premier League: Notable Moments

Keywords: St. Louis City, Premier League, sporting director, Spurs, Manchester United, Liverpool, Newcastle, Chelsea, Arsenal, West Ham, football analysis, squad depth, fantasy football, injuries, Eketike, Winks, center backs, strikers, tactics, transfers

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