The Cooligans

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It's playoff time in MLS and NWSL! feat. Franklin Leonard Oct 24, 2023

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We're honored to have creator of The Black List and Hollywood mogul, Franklin Leonard, in-studio to give his thoughts on the resolution of the WGA strike and discuss the beginning of the postseason for MLS and NWSL!

We usually have two geniuses on the show, but we had to bring in a third to boost the studio's brainpower even more! Franklin is back on the show to catch up with Christian and Alexis and teach us more about what to expect from Hollywood since the strike is over. We also break down the MLS playoff matchups, recap the NWSL quarter-finals, and start a hilarious new fast-paced segment called Tight Five. Let us know what you think of the episode in the reviews!

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How YOU can buy a professional football club with Chris Ewing of Caledonian Braves! Oct 20, 2023

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Have you ever wanted to own a professional soccer team? Our guest, Chris Ewing of Caledonian Braves FC, joins the show to explain how you can buy into his club!

We're super excited for our incredibly unique interview with Chris Ewing, chairman of Caledonian Braves FC in Motherwell, Scotland, to discuss his new club! Founded only in 2019, CBFC is the newest team in Scotland and is also the only fan-owned club in the entire country. We ask Chris about the challenges of running the team and find out how we can get involved as owners ourselves. Christian and Alexis also analyze the USMNT's 4-0 win over Ghana, break down the latest news surrounding the Italian betting scandal, and comment on Al Hilal's unhinged graphic about Neymar's injury. Would you want to own part of Caledonian Braves? Let us know what you think in the reviews!

Want to learn more about Chris Ewing and Caledonian Braves FC ? Head to https://wefunder.com/cbfc for information on how to get involved!

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BFordLancer talks EAFC 24 and celebrating Ali Krieger's career! Oct 17, 2023

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We're psyched to have EAFC content creator, BFordLancer, join the show to discuss his streaming career and Christian and Alexis recap Ali Krieger's final regular season match with Gotham FC!

EAFC 24 is out now, so you know we had to invite our friend Jake Barford (aka BFordLancer) to the studio to hear about his experience with the new game! We discuss his career as a streamer and get his takes on the title change from FIFA to EAFC and all the new features. Plus, Christian and Alexis recap their time celebrating Ali Krieger at her final Gotham FC regular season game and analyze the USMNT's 3-1 loss to Germany. Let us know what you think of our interview with BFordLancer in the reviews!

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Scott Boggins previews "Messi Meets America" and Decision Day predictions! feat. KEVINCHO Oct 13, 2023

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We've got another double-guest episode today with Executive Producer of "Messi Meets America", Scott Boggins, discussing his documentary and friend of the show, KEVINCHO, previewing Decision Day in MLS and NWSL!

Two guests are better than one, right? We're honored to be joined by the EP of Apple TV's new documentary series, "Messi Meets America", Scott Boggins, to get some incredible insight on his latest project. Christian and Scott discuss the doc's amazing access and guests and recount some of the wildest moments from filming. Soccer content creator and Kansas City legend, KEVINCHO, is also in for Alexis to break down the final matchdays of the regular season in MLS and NWSL, as well as the postseason awards. What do you think of the new Lionel Messi doc? Let us know in the reviews!

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Arsenal are favorites to win the Premier League title! Oct 10, 2023

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Arsenal's win against Manchester City is a massive step towards crowning a new Premier League champion for the first time in four years!

With Arsenal securing their first EPL victory over Manchester City since 2018, should the Gunners now be considered favorites to win the Premier League? Christian and Alexis answer this question while recapping the weekend's incredible clash between Arsenal and City and ask which other teams could potentially challenge for the title? The guys also discuss Lionel Messi and Inter Miami being eliminated from MLS playoff contention and comment on the hilarious viral video of a young Leicester City fan enraging two older Stoke supporters. Do you think Arsenal will win the Premier League? Let us know what you think in the reviews!

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Ali Curtis is changing American soccer forever! Oct 06, 2023

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We're honored to be joined by MLS legend and current Senior VP of Competition and Operations for MLS Next Pro, Ali Curtis!

Ali Curtis has always been a trailblazer in American soccer, and his new role with MLS Next Pro will allow him to leave a lasting impact on the sport! We discuss all the latest news surrounding MLS' development league, including its new playoff format in which the better seed selects its opponent before each match. Christian and Alexis also ask Ali about THAT Red Bulls town hall meeting, give their takes on the 2030 World Cup locations, and dive into the beef between Kieran Trippier and his son. Do you like the new MLS Next Pro playoff format? Let us know what you think in the reviews!

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Fisher Stevens previews his "BECKHAM" doc and the worst VAR decision ever! feat. Stefano Fusaro Oct 03, 2023

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We've got a packed episode featuring actor and director, Fisher Stevens, discussing his new "BECKHAM" documentary series and soccer host and commentator, Stefano Fusaro, breaking down the worst call in Premier League history!

There's so much to talk about on this episode of The Cooligans, so we brought in two very special guests! Host, commentator, and most importantly, Liverpool fan, Stefano Fusaro is in for Alexis today to help us dissect the worst VAR decision in the history of the EPL. Is incompetence truly the problem or is there a more serious issue within the PGMOL? Plus, famous actor and director, Fisher Stevens, drops by the show to preview his new documentary series, "BECKHAM", which releases on Netflix on October 4. Which part of the doc are you most looking forward to? Let us know in the reviews!

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Napoli roasting Victor Osimhen is insane! feat. Christine Cupo Sep 29, 2023

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We've never seen a club flame its own star player like what Napoli did to Victor Osimhen on Tik Tok, so we invited CBS Sports' Serie A expert, Christine Cupo, on the show to break down the madness!

Why would Napoli roast its best player on Tik Tok? WHY?!?! Christian and Christine take a look at the wild video that sent Osimhen over the edge and ask what possible reason the team's social media page could've had for posting it. We also discuss Houston Dynamo's dominant US Open Cup win over Inter Miami, give our opinions on Seattle Sounders' re-branding, and shout out NWSL star, Carson Pickett, for her hilarious Twitter commentary. Would you leave Napoli if you were Victor Osimhen? Let us know what you think in the comments!

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Should Arsenal or Tottenham feel better about the North London Derby? Sep 26, 2023

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The North London Derby might've finished in a 2-2 draw, but both Arsenal and Tottenham supporters have strong feelings about the match!

The Gunners and Spurs are both challenging for this year's Premier League title, so this edition of the NLD was particularly intense! Which fanbase should feel best about the result? Christian and noted Gooner, Alexis, ask what more Arsenal could've done to secure all three points and give Ange Postecoglou credit for starting well with his new-look Tottenham side. The guys also celebrate Everton's first win of the season, reminisce about Megan Rapinoe's USWNT career, and ask if Inter Miami can still reach the MLS playoffs. Let us know what you think in the comments!

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NBA star Larry Nance Jr. tells us what it's like to own an EFL soccer team! Sep 22, 2023

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We're honored to have New Orleans Pelicans forward and Leeds United part-owner, Larry Nance Jr., return to The Cooligans!

When Larry Nance Jr. was last on the show two years ago, he told Christian and Alexis that he wanted to own a soccer team. And now, as a member of the Leeds United ownership group, he's finally accomplished that goal! The guys discuss Larry's role with the club and find out what it would take to secure prime seats in the Leeds ownership box. We also get his thoughts on the NBA mid-season tournament and Noah Lyle's comments about the NBA champions crowning themselves world champs. After the interview, Christian and Alexis recap a crazy first two days of Champions League action and finally talk about an insane story involving a former CF Montreal player. Let us know what you think of the episode in the comments!

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