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Arsenal shuts out Tottenham in North London derby, Wiso Vasquez & Amelia Lopez discuss MLS & is there a new face of the NWSL? Sep 16, 2024

Show notes

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to Arsenal’s gutsy 1-0 win over Tottenham in this episode of The Cooligans. They take a look at another poor performance from Everton that leaves them point-less after 4 matches.

Christian and Alexis then sit down with Wiso Vasquez & Amelia Lopez and talks MLS.

Later, Christian and Alexis explain why they think Trinity Rodman is poised to be the next face of the NWSL.

(6:55) - Arsenal defeat Tottenham 1-0 in North London Derby

(22:42) - Everton lose 4th consecutive match to start EPL season

(29:08) - Christian Pulisic continues strong start to season

(38:22) - LA Galaxy vs. LAFC Reaction

(47:40) - Puig going to X to respond to haters

(52:48) - Is LA Galaxy vs. LAFC the fiercest rivalry in MLS?

(57:49) - Carlos Vela returns to LAFC

(1:02:06) - Lionel Messi looks sharp in return from injury

(1:07:45) - Why are the San Jose Earthquakes so bad?

(1:18:03) - Trinity Rodman the next face of the NWSL?

(1:23:40) - Shot from goalkeeper hits cross bar and stay out!

(1:26:19) - Group of men play soccer in cow pasture

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Reaction to USMNT’s September results, Nicole Baxter joins the show & another “rápido reactions” Sep 13, 2024

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to the USMNT’s lackluster performance against New Zealand in this episode of The Cooligans. They take a look at what’s missing from this team and how the addition of Mauricio Pochettino can change it.Christian and Alexis then sit down with Nicole Baxter of EA Sports and discuss her journey in soccer. They also discuss in depth the state of women’s soccer in America and her influence on the newest edition of “EA Sports FC”Later, Christian and Alexis bring back “rápido reactions” and give their thoughts on soccer news around the world.

(6:26) - Who’s to blame for recent lackluster USMNT performances?

(15:20) - Who’s responsible for current culture issues within USMNT?

(24:32) - Is USMNT job attractive for elite head coaches?

(31:58) - Nicole Baxter’s soccer journey

(43:52) - Nicole’s experience watching Gotham FC win NWSL title

(45:52) - Nicole on the state of women’s soccer in America

(49:30) - Nicole’s experience playing in the NWSL Summer Cup

(58:31) - How will no drafts in NWSL benefit the players?

(1:02:10) - Would women’s soccer in America benefit from promotion/relegation?

(1:05:31) - Nicole’s experience work on the EA FC video game

(1:14:42) - rápido reactions: Premier League, World Cup qualifiers & more

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USMNT officially announce Mauricio Pochettino as new head coach Sep 10, 2024

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to Mauricio Pochettino officially being announced as the USMNT head coach. They take a look at what this means for the direction of the US soccer federation and what Pochettino brings to the table.Christian and Alexis also both reveal what aspect of the hire they’re most excited about and why this is an encouraging step for the USMNT.(0:23) - Mauricio Pochettino officially announced as USMNT head coach

(5:40) - What’s the most exciting aspect of this hire?

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Reaction to USMNT’s loss, Alex Morgan’s farewell & the brains behind NYC Footy Sep 09, 2024

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to the USMNT’s shocking loss to Canada on Saturday on this episode of The Cooligans. They take a look at what went wrong and where the USMNT go from here. They also recap Alex Morgan’s farewell game and discuss what the USWNT legend has meant for the sport.

Christian and Alexis then sit down with Tarek Partew and Gerado Cueva from NYC Footy and discuss the growth of their league in NYC. They also reveal their new expansion into Miami with “MIA Footy”.

Later, Christian and Alexis give their reactions the latest MLS news including Columbus Crew’s loss to the Seattle Sounders & New York City FC revealing a new logo.

(11:18) - What went wrong for USMNT in loss to Canada?

(28:16) - Looking back at Alex Morgan’s legendary career

(36:50) - How did Tarek and Gerardo come up with NYC Footy?

(44:00) - What challenges did you face in growing the league?

(53:10) - NYC Footy talk expansion to Miami

(1:00:20) - Christian Polanco’s NYC Footy Stats Revealed!

(1:13:07) - Wilfried Nancy unhappy with MLS call-up rule in loss

(1:22:10) - New York City FC reveal new team logo

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USMNT September roster breakdown, Ariel Helwani joins the show & Rápido Reactions Sep 05, 2024

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down the USMNT September roster on this episode of The Cooligans. They take a look at who’s called up and what this window means for the team ahead of the potential appointment of Mauricio Pochettino as manager.

Christian and Alexis then sit down with Yahoo Sports’ newest addition, Ariel Helwani, to discuss his upcoming show in Las Vegas. They also confront the “beef” between Ariel and Christian and Ariel breaks down his soccer fandom.

Later, Christian and Alexis give their reactions to the latest soccer news around the world in their new segment, Rápido Reactions.

(9:21) - Taking a look at USMNT September roster & which players need to impress Pochettino

(22:02) - Welcome in Ariel Helwani to the show

(25:11) - Ariel explains how he became a Nottingham Forest fan

(38:22) - Ariel reveals live show from Las Vegas on Sept. 13

(42:52) - Ariel breaks down long standing “beef” with Dana White

(54:51) - Rápido Reactions: Man U, Declan Rice, Everton, Inter Miami & more

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Champions League draw revealed, Cristo Fernandez joins in studio & the boys break down the latest transfer news Aug 30, 2024

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down the Champions League draw on today’s episode of The Cooligans. They take a look at the new format and what it means for teams in this year’s competition.

Christian and Alexis then sit down with Ted Lasso’s own Cristo Fernandez ahead of his new State Farm “bundle is life” commercial. They also talk about his possible return to Ted Lasso for season 4 and even do their own table read of the show.

Later, Christian and Alexis go through the latest transfer news and give their quick thoughts on each transaction.

(5:12) - First look at the new Champions League format

(14:25) - Who benefits most from new format?

(23:59) - Sneak peek into Cristo Fernandez’s new commercial

(28:10) - Cristo on how soccer shaped his life

(33:56) - Will Dani Rojas be back in Ted Lasso season 4?

(37:00) - What was Cristo’s favorite episode?

(40:29) - What was the funniest/most unexpected thing on the show?

(43:45) - Why was Dani Rojas a two women man?

(46:51) - What type of hispanic stories would Cristo like to tell on TV?

(49:01) - Cristo and the Cooligans do a Ted Lasso table read

(57:26) - Tanner Tessman moves to Lyon

(59:07) - Napoli completed move for Lukaku & McTominay

(1:00:45) - Manuel Ugarte moved to Manchester United

(1:02:26) - Federico Chiesa joins Liverpool

(1:04:09) - Jadon Sancho to leave Man United?

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Arsenal & Chelsea with statement wins, Columbus Crew continue dominance & the boys debut a new segment Aug 26, 2024

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It was a busy weekend in the Premier League. Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down strong performances from Chelsea and Arsenal. Also, is this finally the season that Everton gets relegated?

Christian and Alexis recap Megan Rapinoe’s jersey retirement game and take a deep look into the current situation with the San Diego Wave.

Later, Christian and Alexis debut their new segment, “Oh For Real!?" They also pay homage to recently passed soccer legend Sven-Goran Eriksson.

(6:12) - Should Leandro Trossard be in Arsenal starting XI?

(18:48) - Is Chelsea on the right track?

(20:28) - Is Cole Palmer the big PL superstar?

(25:09) - Noni Madueke scores first PL hat trick

(29:31) - Is this the season Everton get relegated?

(37:49) - Colorado Rapids win 3rd place Leagues Cup match

(43:16) - Wilfried Nancy best coach in MLS?

(53:43) - Seattle Reign victorious in Rapinoe jersey retirement game

(58:22) - San Diego Wave appoint Landon Donovan as interim HC

(1:04:47) - Player sent off in Peru for peeing on field

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Fabrizio Romano in hot water, Leagues Cup recap & discussing the new NWSL CBA Aug 22, 2024

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Italian soccer journalist Fabrizio Romano finds himself getting backlash for tweeting about Marseille forward Mason Greenwood. Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break that down as well as chat the Raheem Sterling situation with Chelsea and Ilkay Gundogan’s reported return to Manchester City.

Christian and Alexis talk about Megan Rapinoe’s jersey retirement with the Seattle Reign as well as Dax McCarty announcing his retirement from MLS. They also recap the Leagues Cup and preview the final between LAFC and Columbus Crew.

Later, Christian and Alexis break down the new NWSL collective bargaining agreement as well as predict what it could mean for the league. They also take a listen to the new Champions League theme song and give their thoughts.

(7:40) - Fabrizio Romano in trouble for Mason Greenwood tweets

(21:04) - Raheem Sterling not in Chelsea’s plans

(25:40) - Ilkay Gunogan to return to Man City

(31:37) - Seattle Reign to retire Megan Rapinoe’s jersey number

(35:40) - Dax McCarty announces retirement

(41:00) - Leagues Cup recap & final preview

(49:30) - NWSL announce new CBA

(58:10) - Can new CBA pave the way for promotion/relegation?

(1:10:20) - Champions League reveal new theme song

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Arsenal, Manchester City headline Premier League opening weekend, Serie A is back & women’s soccer in America continues to grow Aug 19, 2024

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The Premier League is back! Christian Polanco and Christine Cupo take a look at the action including some inappropriate challenges against Arsenal and Erling Haaland continuing his rivalry with Marc Cucurella.

Christian and Christine then talk Serie A opening weekend as they discuss what position fits Christian Pulisic best at AC Milan. They also discuss the current issues between Antonio Conte and Napoli and recap the German Super Cup.

Christian and Christine breakdown the new USL Super League as well as preview the last half of the NWSL season that starts this weekend. They also take a look at a bizarre red card in a game in Peru.

(4:15) - Arsenal v. Wolves gets chippy

(13:03) - Raheem Sterling left out of Chelsea squad

(14:41) - Haaland scores on Cucurella, adds to rivalry

(23:15) - What is best position for Pulisic at Milan?

(32:24) - Trouble with Conte in Napoli?

(40:01) - Bayer Leverkusen win German Super Cup

(44:58) - USL Super League is officially underway

(49:33) - NWSL rest of season lookahead

(58:34) - Bizarre red card in game in Peru

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