The Cooligans

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COOLIGANS VS. MAJOR LEAGUE JOURNEYMEN SOCCER TRIVIA CHALLENGE! Dec 01, 2023

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It's trivia time babayyyyyy!!! Christian and Alexis square off against Dax McCarty, Dan Gargan, and Alan Gordon of the Major League Journeymen podcast for a fun and hilarious round of soccer trivia. Topics can vary wildly, from Quincy Amarikwa's career path to Andrew Dice Clay opening at Madison Square Garden, but you're guaranteed to have a good time while watching!

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Referee controversies galore in the MLS Playoffs quarter-finals! feat. comedy writer Travis Helwig Nov 28, 2023

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With the 2023 MLS Cup Playoffs down to the final four teams, we had to invite comedy writer and co-host of the Happy Foot Sad Foot podcast, Travis Helwig, in-studio to talk LAFC and so much more!

The MLS Playoffs quarter-finals round was as thrilling as it was controversial! Travis joins Christian and Alexis to break down the four QF matchups and discuss the insane referee decisions that impacted each game. The guys also take a deep dive into LAFC and Denis Bouanga's dominance to get Travis' thoughts on a potential MLS Cup repeat. You won't want to miss this hilarious, joke-packed episode!

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Fixing the USWNT will be difficult for Emma Hayes! feat. Joe Lowery of Total Soccer Show Nov 21, 2023

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We're hyped to be joined by Joe Lowery of Total Soccer Show to get his latest reporting surrounding Emma Hayes being named manager of the USWNT and the MLS Playoffs!

The news-breaker is here, folks! Total Soccer Show's Joe Lowery, who was first to announce Emma Hayes' appointment as USWNT manager, jumps on the show to share his most recent reporting about the hiring. Joe, Christian, and Alexis also analyze Hayes' tactical fit and predict what kind of changes we might see in the team. The guys also break down the USMNT's matchup against Trinidad and Tobago and react to Everton officially being docked 10 points by the Premier League.

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Can Emma Hayes return the USWNT to glory? Nov 17, 2023

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It's official folks, the best manager in women's soccer is now in charge of the biggest job in women's soccer. Welcome, Emma Hayes, to the USWNT!

After the USWNT's disastrous performance in the Women's World Cup, we knew US Soccer would have to make a big splash with its next hire. Safe to say they have! Christian and Alexis discuss Emma Hayes leaving Chelsea to take the reigns of the USWNT and debate how it will affect America's young squad of players. We also preview the USMNT's match against Trinidad and Tobago, touch the financial investigations at Chelsea and Everton, and roll out a new edition of Tight 5.

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Charlie Davies is inspiring the new generation of USMNT stars! Nov 14, 2023

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The Cooligans x Morning Footy collab continues with Charlie Davies of CBS Sports joining the show to discuss his incredible career and the biggest news in the world of soccer!

Every American soccer fan knows about Charlie Davies and his incredible punditry skills, but not as many will remember his time as a pro in MLS and abroad. Charlie joins Christian and Alexis to help remedy this by telling some unbelievable stories about his playing career, including his time with the USMNT. The guys also get Charlie's thoughts on the current crop of American soccer talent and hear about how he's inspiring some of the younger players to be themselves on and off the pitch.

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We just hope both teams in the NWSL Final have fun! Nov 10, 2023

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The NWSL Final is taking place this weekend in San Diego, so Christian and Alexis are here to help you prepare for the decisive contest between Gotham FC and OL Reign!

The 2023 NWSL Final has arrived and both Gotham FC and OL Reign are ready to take the biggest stage in women's soccer! Christian and Alexis break down the matchup ahead of Saturday's kickoff and debate who they want to win more. The guys discuss the legendary careers of Ali Krieger and Megan Rapinoe, while asking why both players can't take home the trophy? We also recap Manchester United's Champions League blunder in Copenhagen, touch on the past few days of MLS action, and react to Carli Lloyd's Twitter rampage, before finishing the episode with another edition of Tight 5.

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Nico Cantor's tears from the Copa Libertadores Final taste so sweet! Nov 07, 2023

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It's the first ever Cooligans-Morning Footy crossover event, with Nico Cantor stopping by the studio to recap he and his father's trip to Rio for the Libertadores Final!

There are few soccer competitions with more history than the Copa Libertadores, and this year's final was one of the craziest we've ever seen! We're so lucky to have Nico Cantor of CBS Sports in-studio to recap his experience at the game. Christian and Alexis can't wait to hear about Nico's time in Brazil, despite Boca Juniors' defeat to Fluminense. The guys also ask Nico what it's like to be the son of the most famous soccer announcer of all time, touch on some truly horrendous officiating decisions in the Premier League and MLS, and preview the NWSL Final.

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We force John Strong to give hot takes about MLS Playoffs! Nov 03, 2023

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The first matchday of MLS Playoffs' opening round is finally complete, so you know the homie John Strong of Fox Sports had to stop by the show to share his thoughts on all the action!

There aren't many people more knowledgeable about Major League Soccer than Fox Sports commentator, John Strong, and he's here to give his opinions on the first full round of MLS Playoffs. We discuss which matches were most surprising, including Sporting KC's 4-1 victory over St. Louis City FC, and analyze which teams looked the strongest. Christian and Alexis also ask John about his broadcasting career and find out what big events he'll be part of in the near future. We finish off the episode with a second installment of the Tight 5.

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Robbie Mustoe doesn't recognize this Manchester United anymore! Oct 31, 2023

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We're honored to have Robbie Mustoe of NBC Sports join the show to discuss Manchester United's humiliation in the derby and all the biggest Premier League storylines!

If you follow the EPL in this country, then we know you're a massive fan of today's guest! NBC Sports pundit and Premier League legend, Robbie Mustoe, is in-studio to break down all the latest news from the English top flight. Christian and Alexis hear some incredible stories from Robbie's career and discuss how much has changed since his playing days. We also analyze the Manchester Derby, touch on Everton's financial issues, and find out who is the best dresser on the NBC set. Let us know what you think of the interview in the reviews!

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Red Bulls and Sporting KC survive MLS Wild Card! Oct 27, 2023

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The MLS Playoffs' field of 16 is set, with New York Red Bulls and Sporting Kansas City claiming the final two spots on the bracket!

It's playoff time in MLS and the two Wild Card matchups could not have been any different! Christian and Alexis break down Red Bulls' thrilling 5-2 win over Charlotte FC and Sporting KC advancing past San Jose Earthquakes on penalties. Plus, the guys talk Andre Onana's Champions League heroics for Manchester United, Everton potentially facing a massive Premier League points deduction, and the funniest footy videos we've seen on social media this week. Who do you think will win MLS Cup? Let us know in the reviews!

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