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Peter Vermes gives a shoutout to the haters
Peter Vermes went right for his doubters after Sporting KC’s 3-1 Decision Day win over MNUFC.
It is decided! After an emphatic 3-1 Decision Day win that put Sporting KC in the MLS Cup Playoffs, Peter Vermes went right for his doubters. He did it on the field speaking to the stadium, in the Cauldron’s postgame party, and again in his press conference.
Many people will roll their eyes at the idea of taking a victory lap for an 8th place finish. But that isn’t what Vermes is celebrating.
Peter Vermes spent about 3 minutes 30 seconds on addressing the doubters, who he says probably weren't there, the team's belief, ownership's commitment and tonight's performance. Here's the portion on tonight's win. #SportingKC pic.twitter.com/SBVJ5qToof
— Harold R. Kuntz (@HaroldRKuntz3) October 22, 2023
He saw the signs this season. He heard the chants of Vermes Out. He took all the criticism… and he kept the receipts. Even in the darkest of days at the beginning of the season, Vermes remained confident they would turn things around with a full-strength roster.
And he was right.
“It’s not like I woke up one day and forgot how to coach.”
On this episode of Shades of Blue (For All the Haters), we listen to postgame audio from Peter Vermes and debate whether it’s a bad look to call out the fans. Plus we talk about Sir Johnathan F. Russell and his brace after not practicing all week. Then we finish up with a preview of Wednesday’s Wild Card match against the San Jose Earthquakes.
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Segment 1 – PLAYOFF BOUND
Segment 2 – Vermes and The Doubters (13:00)
Segment 3 – Wild Card Playoff Preview (33:00)
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Fairly certain Vermes said in the BrewHouse after the math that it was the New England first half that he doubted.
Ohh nice thank you I missed that.
Gave up two goals in first half. Then Johnny pulled one back five mins into the second. Fontas got a red card.
Had to record this one with my 1 year old on my lap. If you listen carefully you can hear her snort while we’re talking about the recaps. The fifth member of SoB
Or is that a fine? j/k of course!
I’ve racked up almost as many fines as Robert’s dog.
Hmm…so PV takes a victory lap and tells everyone that people calling for his head quit on the team and were no longer present. Dude needs no pillow because his big head keeps his neck perfectly straight even when sleeping on his side! 🙂
How is a wildcard match a success? He thinks this is about 1 season and it isnt. If we flame out tonight or this weekend then he cannot, absolutely cannot call this a success.