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Andrés Cantor talks calling the 2022 World Cup Final and looks ahead to 2026! Aug 04, 2025

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros bring on soccer broadcasting legend Andrés Cantor to chat about all things soccer. The guys revisit the 2022 World Cup Final and talk with Andrés about how the greatest moment of his career was also his most challenging.

Christian and Alexis then discuss Andrés’ journey in broadcasting and how he eventually passed down his love for the game to his son, Nico. They also get to know Andrés on a more personal level—learning, for example, about his dislike for sauce on food.

Later, Andrés shares some of his favorite memories of the late Grant Wahl as they remember the beloved soccer journalist. The guys also ask Andrés the hard-hitting questions in another edition of Pro/Rel.

(0:30) - Andrés Cantor joins The Cooligans

(3:30) - Reliving Andrés’ 2022 World Cup Final call

(9:00) - Andrés’ broadcasting journey

(17:00) - Andrés' World Cup partnership with Buchanan’s Whisky

(27:30) - Remembering Grant Wahl

(31:30) - Andrés plays the Pro/Rel game

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Thomas Müller the key to Vancouver’s title hopes? + Is it time MLS looks at rule changes? Jul 31, 2025

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down Thomas Müller's move to the Vancouver Whitecaps and what it could mean for the club’s chances of winning an MLS title. Does this move put them ahead of Inter Miami as the favorites for the MLS Cup?

The duo also discusses Jermaine Jones' recent comments suggesting that his 2014 return to MLS was not his decision. Should MLS consider changing some of its roster rules—like the controversial discovery rights?

Later, Christian and Alexis react to the England women’s national team surprising head coach Sarina Wiegman with a performance by Burna Boy during their celebration.

(7:30) - Does Thomas Müller make Whitecaps title favorites?

(23:00) - Should MLS look to change some of their rules?

(40:30) - Burna Boy surprises Sarina Wiegman at Euro celebration

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Landon Donovan on why Christian Pulisic’s Gold Cup absence was unacceptable + was Messi’s suspension the right move? Jul 28, 2025

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros bring on USMNT legend Landon Donovan and break down a controversial summer of soccer for the USMNT. Landon tells us why he took issue with Christian Pulisic missing the Gold Cup and what he would have done differently. Landon also reacts to Lionel Messi missing the MLS All-Star Game and how he thinks the league should react.

Christian and Alexis then break down the Women’s UEFA Euros Final and how England overcame Spain. After another dominant performance, does Chloe Kelly get the respect she deserves?

Later, Christian and Alexis react to MLS suspending Lionel Messi for missing the All-Star Game. Was this the right move? They also react to Morgan Gibbs-White’s hilarious interview after signing a new contract with Nottingham Forest amidst rumors of him leaving for Tottenham.

(7:30) - Landon Donovan on why Gold Cup absence was unacceptable

(15:30) - Landon Donovan’s reaction to Messi’s All-Star snub

(23:30) - England win back-to-back women’s Euros

(39:30) - Was MLS suspending Lionel Messi the right move?

(54:30) - Morgan Gibbs-White stays at Nottingham Forest

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Reggie Cannon details court win over Boavista + who’s the UEFA Women’s EURO favorite? Jul 24, 2025

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros bring on Colorado Rapids & USMNT defender Reggie Cannon to discuss his recent court win over Portuguese club Boavista. Reggie describes the trials and tribulations of his time in Europe and why he ultimately decided to make the move back to MLS. Reggie also shares his future ambitions with the USMNT and how MLS has grown in recent years.

Christian and Alexis then preview the UEFA Women’s EURO Final between Spain and England. Will favorites Spain win another major title or can England win back-to-back EURO titles?

Later, Christian and Alexis react to transfers around the world, including Matt Turner’s failed deal with Lyon. Where will the USMNT goalkeeper end up next? They also break down Viktor Gyokeres’ move to Arsenal, Marcus Rashford’s loan to Barcelona & more.

(10:00) - Reggie Cannon shares details on court win over Boavista

(23:15) - Reggie Cannon explains why he returned to MLS

(38:30) - UEFA Women’s EURO Final preview

(50:00) - Does Viktor Gyokeres fix Arsenal’s striker issue?

(55:00) - Lyon cancels Matt Turner’s move to club!

(1:00:00) - Transfer round-up: Marcus Rashford, Thomas Muller & more

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European transfer window winners & losers + Cavan Sullivan trains with Man City — is he Premiere League ready? Jul 21, 2025

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down the transfer window so far and give us their winners and losers as we pass the halfway point of the European transfer window. Have Liverpool been the clear winners or do Chelsea have a reason to be optimistic? Can Arsenal turn their window around?

Christian and Alexis then recap a busy weekend in Major League Soccer. Inter Miami continue their dominance of the Red Bulls but Messi steals the headlines with his insane goal that left the Red Bulls goalkeeper embarrassed. Cavan Sullivan also heads to Manchester to train with Man City for the week. Is he progressing well enough to be ready for a move to the Premier League giant in 2027?

Later, Christian and Alexis preview the Women’s EURO semifinals including who their favorites are to win it all. Can England overcome their inconsistencies or will Spain continue their European dominance?

(5:45) - European transfer window winners & losers

(23:00) - Kylian Mbappe and Achraf Hakimi spotted at Bad Bunny concert

(29:15) - Messi leads the way as Inter Miami destroy Red Bulls

(35:30) - Cavan Sullivan progressing well enough for move to Man City?

(38:30) - News around Major League Soccer

(45:30) - Women’s EUROS semi-final preview

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Liverpool are gearing up for European Domination + can Rodrigo De Paul fix Inter Miami? Jul 17, 2025

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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

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Chelsea shock PSG! Cole Palmer and Co show their might + was this Club World Cup a success? Jul 13, 2025

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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?

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Brad Friedel weighs in on USMNT striker & goalkeeper dilemma! + Has CWC proven Saudi League is now ahead of MLS? Jul 10, 2025

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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

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USMNT fall to Mexico in Gold Cup Final! Where do Pochettino and USMNT stand 11 months from World Cup? Jul 07, 2025

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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?

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USMNT Survive! Diego Luna’s brace lifts USA to victory and Gold Cup Final berth Jul 03, 2025

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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

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