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The Cooligans is a comedy & soccer podcast delivering hilarious takes on the greatest sport in the world! Hosts Alexis Guerreros and Christian Polanco are two NYC stand-up comics who don't focus on stats or formations, they focus on the funny. Join us two times a week for some humorous reactions to football's wildest moments of the weekend. The beautiful game just got a little bit uglier.

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Liverpool are gearing up for European Domination + can Rodrigo De Paul fix Inter Miami? 59:11

1 day тому59:11

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down Liverpool’s busy summer including their rumored move for either Alexander Isak or Hugo Ekitike. Can a new striker on top of the 200 million euros they’ve already spent put them amongst the other European giants? They also react to Steve Parrish’s blunder that may have lost Europa League football for Crystal Palace. Christian and Alexis then recap a busy week in Major League Soccer. The boys break down Inter Miami’s reported move for Rodrigo De Paul and whether or not this will help Inter Miami and Lionel Messi contend for an MLS Cup. The boys also take a look at Patrick Agyemang’s move to Derby County and the potential risk attached to it. Later, Christian and Alexis take a look back at Lamine Yamal’s birthday and all the drama that surrounded the event. They also break down Donald Trump’s shenanigans at the Club World Cup Final. (4:30) - Liverpool setting themselves up for European domination? (18:00) - Crystal Palace in trouble of losing Europa League football (25:30) - Can Rodrigo De Paul fix Inter Miami’s issues? (36:30) - Midweek MLS recap (45:00) - Controversy around Lamine Yamal’s birthday party (51:45) - Donald Trump’s CWC Final attendance spurs drama Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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Chelsea shock PSG! Cole Palmer and Co show their might + was this Club World Cup a success? 55:25

5 днів тому55:25

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to Chelsea’s 3-0 victory over PSG in the Club World Cup Final. 2 goals by Cole Palmer led Chelsea to a decisive win over the European Champions to capture Enzo Maresca’s 2nd trophy with the club. The boys break down how Chelsea were able to break down this elite PSG side. Christin and Alexis then talk the other major players for Chelsea in the CWC, including they new signing Joao Pedro. They also chat Robert Sanchez’s impressive performance in goal and what went wrong for PSG. Later, Christian and Alexis recap the entire tournament and tell us whether this iteration of the Club World Cup was a success or not. (0:00) - CWC Final Recap (8:45) - Player of the Game: Cole Palmer (13:30) - Joao Pedro shines again (17:00) - What went wrong for PSG? (33:30) - Was this Club World Cup a success? Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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Brad Friedel weighs in on USMNT striker & goalkeeper dilemma! + Has CWC proven Saudi League is now ahead of MLS? 1:20:17

9 днів тому1:20:17

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros bring on legendary USMNT goalkeeper Brad Friedel to chat all things USMNT including their current roster questions at striker and goalkeeper. Brad Friedel explains why patience is necessary as Pochettino change the culture with the USMNT. Brad also discusses his roster thoughts and what the summer call-ups may mean for the USMNT roster going forward. Christian and Alexis then break down the most recent results in the Club World Cup, including PSG’s annihilation of Real Madrid! They preview the Final as Chelsea and PSG get ready to face off. Also, has the Club World Cup proven that the Saudi Pro League has surpassed MLS? Later, Christian and Alexis break down all the newest updates behind Thomas Partey’s recent arrest and why it took so long for a 4-year investigation to reach this conclusion. (10:00) - Brad Friedel joins The Cooligans (12:30) - Recapping the Club World Cup (21:00) - Can Pochettino change USMNT culture? (29:00) - Breaking down USMNT summer & roster questions (47:30) - PSG destroy Real Madrid to reach CWC Final (57:30) - Has Saudi Pro League surpassed MLS? (1:04:30) - Thomas Partey arrested and charged with rape Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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USMNT fall to Mexico in Gold Cup Final! Where do Pochettino and USMNT stand 11 months from World Cup? 57:27

12 днів тому57:27

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to the USMNT’s 2-1 loss to Mexico in the Gold Cup Final. Where are the boys’ confidence level for the squad and the head coach after the USMNT’s last competitive match before the World Cup? What players helped and hurt their stock going into next summer? Christian and Alexis then break down the major moments of the game including a handball in the box by Mexico that wasn’t given as a penalty. Was USMNT robbed of a potential go-ahead penalty? Later, Christian and Alexis give us their final prognosis for the national team as the summer international window comes to a close. (0:00) - Match recap (5:30) - Player of the Game: Edson Alvarez (9:15) - Confidence level in Pochettino after Gold Cup? (27:00) - Handball on Mexico: penalty or not? (32:30) - Which USMNT Gold Cup players booked their World Cup spot? (44:30) - Final USMNT prognosis after Gold Cup? Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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USMNT Survive! Diego Luna’s brace lifts USA to victory and Gold Cup Final berth 48:55

16 днів тому48:55

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to the USMNT’s shaky semifinal win over Guatemala. The boys talk Diego Luna, who impressed once again, scoring both goals for the Stars and Stripes. They also break down another lackluster performance from young striker Patrick Agyemang Christian and Alexis then chat Matt Freese’s performance in goal and whether it raised or lowered his stock. They also give us their USMNT confidence level ahead of an important final on Sunday. Later, Christian and Alexis preview the Final and give us their thoughts on the USMNT’s Gold Cup performance so far. (0:00) - Match recap (5:00) - Player of the Game: Diego Luna (13:00) - Breaking down Patrick Agyemang’s lackluster performance (24:00) - Matt Freese: Stock up or stock down? (30:00) - USMNT confidence meter update Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy addresses safety concerns as state prepares for World Cup Final 59:27

18 днів тому59:27

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros chat with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy as they preview the 2026 World Cup. The boys talk all things New Jersey as the state gets ready to host the 2026 World Cup Final at MetLife Stadium next summer. Governor Murphy also reveals how he fell in love with soccer and what the sport means to him and his family. Governor Murphy then addresses safety concerns for fans around the world and in this country in the midst of an uncertain political climate ahead of this World Cup. Will fans from other countries feel safe as they visit the USA next summer? Can American fans enjoy games without feeling targeted by ICE or other immigration law enforcement? Later, Christian and Alexis get to know Governor Murphy better and play their favorite game: Promotion or Relegation? (1:00) - NJ Gov. Phil Murphy joins the show (10:30) - Phil Murphy’s soccer origin story (15:45) - New Jersey the soccer hub of America? (18:45) - Why should fans choose New Jersey for the World Cup? (25:00) - Can fans feel safe coming to America? (32:30) - Gov. Murphy’s thoughts on Zohran Mamdani’s campaign (42:00) - Gov. Murphy’s NJ World Cup pitch (46:00) - Talking Gov. Murphy’s viral political moments (51:15) - Gov. Murphy plays promotion/relegation game Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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Matt Freese to the rescue! USMNT advance to Gold Cup Semifinal after PK magic 50:03

19 днів тому50:03

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to the USMNT’s dramatic quarterfinal win over Costa Rica. They talk the good they saw including Malik Tillman’s masterful performance and Matt Freese’s magic in the penalty shootout. Christian and Alexis then also break down some poor performances from the likes of Patrick Agyemang and Max Arfsten and what that means for the duo ahead of the team’s semifinal against Guatemala. Later, Christian and Alexis preview the USMNT’s semifinal against Guatemala and what we can expect ahead of another huge knockout game. (0:00) - Match recap (8:00) - Cooligans reveal their player of the game (21:00) - Malik Tillman proving he should be a World Cup starter? (27:00) - Current grade for Pochettino? (33:00) - Matt Freese USMNT’s new #1? Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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USMNT Gold Cup Quarterfinal preview + Inter Miami the last MLS team standing in Club World Cup! 1:05:43

23 дні тому1:05:43

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros bring on Yahoo Sports writer Henry Bushnell to break down the USMNT’s Gold Cup quarterfinal matchup against Costa Rica. What changes do we think will be made for the squad ahead of the match? What will be the key to a USMNT victory? Plus, Malik Tillman and Patrick Agyemang eye club moves this summer. Christian and Alexis then recap the Club World Cup as the group stage comes to an end. Inter Miami impress in their group and advance to the knockout rounds, however other MLS teams didn’t have the same luck. Also, who are now the tournament favorites heading into the Round of 16? Later, Christian and Alexis update you all on what they’ve been upto in the wonderful world of soccer, including Fanatics Fest and the Steve Nash Showdown! (6:00) - USMNT Gold Cup Quarterfinal preview (12:30) - Patrick Agyemang to Derby County the right move? (18:45) - Malik Tillman eyes Bayer Leverkusen move (27:00) - Club World Cup group stage recap (49:00) - Christian shares Fanatics Fest experience (54:00) - Alexis hosts Steve Nash’s Showdown event Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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Grading Mauricio Pochettino’s Gold Cup group stage + PSG’s David Butler chats UCL triumph 1:09:17

26 днів тому1:09:17

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down the USMNT’s Gold Cup group stage and hand Mauricio Pochettino a grade so far. They also debate whether this team would be better off with or without Gio Reyna and predict what starting XI would be most effective going into the knockout rounds. Alexis then chats with PSG’s David Butler all about PSG’s Champions League win. They also talk about the Luis Enrique effect as well as David’s time with the club. Later, Christian and Alexis react to the latest transfer rumors and give us their take on each move. With the signing of Florian Wirtz, are Liverpool gearing up for Premier League domination? Can Monaco get the best out of Paul Pogba? (6:30) - USMNT Gold Cup group stage recap (28:30) - Chatting PSG’s historic season with David Butler (53:30) - Transfer roundup: Florian Wirtz, Paul Pogba & more Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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Which USMNT players should consider summer moves? + Tim Weah reveals details behind awkward White House visit 55:36

29 днів тому55:36

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Christian Polanco and Christine Cupo discuss which USMNT players should consider moves away from their clubs ahead of next year’s World Cup. Where should players like Gio Reyna and Yunus Musah go and should Christian Pulisic consider a move as well? Christian and Christine then give us their USMNT overreactions dependent on if they win or lose against Saudi Arabia. They also break down Juventus’ recent visit to the White House and Tim Weah’s comments afterwards. Was Tim right in telling us he was surprised by the visit? Later, Christian and Christine break down the most recent USWNT roster ahead of their summer friendlies. With lots of new faces on the team, what can we expect from them this summer? (5:30) - Which USMNT players should consider moves this summer? (26:00) - USMNT Gold Cup overreactions (30:30) - Tim Weah reveals details of Juve’s White House visit (43:30) - Breaking down USWNT’s summer roster Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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Pulisic vs Pochettino? Coach fires back at USMNT players + MLS' Club World Cup Achilles heel 1:10:28

5 weeks тому1:10:28

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros bring on Yahoo Sports writer Henry Bushnell to recap a busy weekend for USMNT. The boys react to Mauricio Pochettino’s fiery words for the players missing from his roster. Is there officially a rift between Pulisic and Pochettino? They also recap the USMNT’s 5-0 win over Trinidad and Tobago and what the major takeaways are from their Gold Cup win. Christian and Alexis then recap the opening weekend of the Club World Cup. PSG continued their inter-continental domination with a decisive win over Atletico Madrid. Inter Miami and the Seattle Sounders both failed to win their opening matches, are MLS salary cap rules holding them back? Later, Christian and Alexis react to the major transfer news and rumors. Which striker should Arsenal sign? Will Mathys Tel be a good fit at Tottenham? Which Premier League team will Alejandro Garnacho end up at? (8:00) - Mauricio Pochettino fires back at Pulisic (20:30) - Major takeaways from USMNT’s Gold Cup win (32:00) - Does Mexico’s win against the Dominican Republic feel like a loss? (41:00) - FIFA Club World Cup opening weekend recap (55:30) - Transfer Round-Up: Arsenal, Alejandro Garnacho & more Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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USMNT headed in wrong direction one year out from World Cup + Christian Pulisic breaks silence on USMNT absence 1:11:43

5 weeks тому1:11:43

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down the USMNT’s current issues as the World Cup is now only one year away. Is the panic meter rising on this team? What do the USMNT need to fix before next summer? Christian and Alexis then react to Christian Pulisic breaking his silence on why he’s missing from the USMNT roster this summer. Did his comments hurt or help his cause? The boys also preview the Gold Cup and give us their predictions on who will win the competition. Later, Christian and Alexis break down a fun and jam packed Club World Cup in the USA starting on June 14th. Who will be the surprise team of the tournament? Who will win it all? (7:30) - USMNT one year World Cup check-in (18:00) - Projecting USMNT World Cup roster (27:00) - Projecting USMNT World Cup lineup (36:00) - What positions are still up for grabs heading to the World Cup? (49:00) - Did Christian Pulisic’s comments hurt or help him? (56:30) - Gold Cup preview: who will win the tournament? (1:02:30) - Club World Cup preview: predicting favorites, surprises and winners Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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Time to panic for USMNT? Mauricio Pochettino’s lackluster start as manager + Landon Donovan lashes out at USMNT players 59:33

6 weeks тому59:33

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down the USMNT’s loss to Turkey and why it might be time to worry about Mauricio Pochettino as the USMNT’s head coach. The boys also preview the upcoming game against Switzerland and what we need to see from the team ahead of the Gold Cup. Christian and Alexis then react to Landon Donovan’s recent comments about the players absent from the USMNT squad ahead of the Gold Cup. Were his comments deserved our out of line? Later, Christian and Alexis give us their Champions League perspectives for some teams making their way back to the competition. How will the likes of Tottenham, Newcastle, Napoli & others fare next season? (4:30) - Time to worry about Pochettino as USMNT head coach? (19:00) - USMNT vs. Switzerland preview (28:00) - Landon Donovan’s comments fair our out of line? (42:45) - Champions League perspectives: Tottenham, Newcastle, Napoli & more Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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MLS Midseason Awards + USMNT lose another star! How will they cope in the Gold Cup? 1:00:03

6 weeks тому1:00:03

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros give us their MLS midseason awards including Team of the Season, MVP, Newcomer of the Year and more! Does Messi deserve MLS MVP so far? If not, who’s the frontrunner? Christian and Alexis finish up their MLS midseason awards. Who is their Young Player of the Year? Have the LA Galaxy or Atlanta United been the bigger disappointment so far? Later, Christian and Alexis react to the latest USMNT roster change that sees Sergiño Dest join a group of USMNT stars that will be missing this Gold Cup. What does this mean for the UMSNT in the competition and can some of the fringe players on the team step up and a make a claim for their spot? The USWNT also has their international break. Did any newcomers stake their claim for a spot in 2027? (6:00) - MLS team of the midseason choices (13:00) - Who’s the MLS MVP frontrunner? (16:00) - Coach of the Year, Newcomer of the Year & more (32:00) - Young Player of the Year, Best Moment & more (44:00) - USMNT Gold Cup roster update: who’s going to step up? (50:45) - USWNT international break round-up Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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Breaking down each major club’s Champions League need + LAFC clinch spot in Club World Cup! 1:00:03

7 weeks тому1:00:03