The Cooligans

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Is being a Manchester United fan bad for your health? feat. KevOnStage Sep 19, 2023

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We're honored to be joined by the hilarious comedian, KevOnStage, to discuss the potential health ramifications of being a Manchester United supporter!

There are few funnier social media personalities than our friend, KevOnStage, so you know we had to invite him on The Cooligans to wallow in his misery as a United fan! We hear about how Kev started rooting for the Red Devils, discuss United's horrific start to the Premier League campaign, and of course, commiserate about life as working comedians. Christian and Alexis also break down the Lionel Messi no-show against Atlanta United. This episode will have you laughing from beginning to end, so let us know what you think in the comments!

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Can Manchester United survive Sancho vs. ten Hag? Sep 15, 2023

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Tensions are high at Manchester United as Jadon Sancho and Erik ten Hag have come to an impasse!

United just can't seem to escape the dysfunction! Reports are swirling that Sancho has been banished from first-team training by ten Hag, but how will their personal issues affect the Red Devils' Premier League campaign? Christian and Alexis discuss the latest news surrounding Old Trafford and ask who's really to blame for United's lack of recent success; the club or the players? The guys also give their biggest takeaways from the USMNT's friendlies, recap a truly strange day for the New England Revolution, and delve into a story involving sex while listening to soccer highlights. You won't want to miss this truly hilarious episode. Let us know what you think in the comments!

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Reacting to Gregg Berhalter's USMNT return against Uzbekistan! Sep 12, 2023

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The USMNT defeated Uzbekistan, 3-0 in Gregg Berhalter's return to the touchline, but was the victory actually impressive?

Many American soccer fans were disappointed to find out Gregg Berhalter would be returning as USMNT manager, and the first friendly of his second stint in charge didn't do much to mitigate their worries. Christian and Alexis react to the US' win and ask how Gio Reyna could've improved the team's performance. The guys also touch on Sergio Busquets' genius free kick, Luis Rubiales' interview with Piers Morgan, Bruce Arena's departure from the New England Revolution, and NC Courage's NWSL Challenge Cup triumph. Let us know what you think of this packed episode in the comments!

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Hollywood's biggest names cheer on Messi against LAFC! Sep 07, 2023

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The stars were out in LA to witness Lionel Messi take on LAFC, and the GOAT did not disappoint!

Celebrities at a soccer match, how did that happen? Messi has completely taken over the futbol scene in the United States, which has drawn the attention of stars like Selena Gomez and Tyga. Christian and Alexis discuss the massive attention Messi is bringing to MLS and ask how we can get more famous eyes on the USMNT. We also react to the latest news surrounding Mason Greenwood's move to Getafe, Jordan Henderson's comments in The Athletic, and mic'd up VAR sound from the Premier League. Let us know what you think of the episode in the comments!

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Nashville SC's Fafa Picault explains what it's like to play against Messi twice in two weeks! Sep 04, 2023

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We're so happy to have Nashville SC forward and good friend of the program, Fafa Picault, join the show for a hilarious interview!

Fafa Picault and Nashville SC are absolutely flying right now! They're firmly entrenched in the MLS eastern conference playoff picture and just barely missed out on some early-season silverware against Messi and Inter Miami in the Leagues Cup Final. Christian and Alexis talk to Fafa about squaring off against the GOAT twice in two weeks and learn the proper etiquette for trading jerseys with an opponent. We also hear about Fafa's time with the Haitian national team at the Gold Cup and get an update on his cats, Dolce and Gabbana. Let us know what your favorite part of the interview is in the comments!

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Champions League group stage is set, Messi struggles in MLS, and Berhalter vs. Reyna continues! Aug 31, 2023

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The UCL draw is finally complete and the Cooligans are here to break down all the biggest matchups in Europe's top footballing competition!

Today's biggest story in European football is obviously the beginning of the 2023/24 Champions League campaign, which is shaping up to be the best in the tournament's history! Christian and Alexis predict who will advance from each group and pay special attention to Group F, which will almost certainly be the group of death. We also touch on Messi and Inter Miami's draw with Nashville SC, discuss the USMNT's latest roster announcement, and react to the latest news surrounding the Luis Rubiales scandal. Let us know who you think will win the Champions League in the comments!

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Darwin Nunez sinks Newcastle, Spanish federation is in turmoil, and Messi's first MLS win! Aug 28, 2023

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The Cooligans are back for our first episode after the Women's World Cup and there's A LOT to talk about in the footballing world!

The Premier League is off to a flying start and Liverpool are looking dangerous! Christian and Alexis dive into the Reds' miraculous ten-man victory over Newcastle and ask if the match will be a turning point in Darwin Nunez's career on Merseyside. The guys also discuss the horrible situation surrounding the Spanish Football Federation while wondering how it's possible that Luis Rubiales is still employed after forcibly kissing a player during the World Cup Final celebrations. The conversation also somehow leads us to the question, "Would your mom go on a hunger strike for you?", so you definitely won't want to miss that. We end the episode by recapping Leo Messi's first MLS victory over the weekend. Let us know what you think in the comments!

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Carlos Vela Interview and a Compilation of Leagues Cup Coverage! Aug 24, 2023

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We know most of our focus has been fixated on the Women's World Cup for the past month, but there's been plenty of other incredible soccer being played right here in the US! The Cooligans are here to cover it. This episode features a compilation of segments about the inaugural Leagues Cup with a special focus on Lionel Messi's American soccer debut and a recap of the final with Christine Cupo of CBS Sports. It also has a replay of our hilarious interview with LAFC star, Carlos Vela, from back before Leagues Cup started, in which we discuss Messi's arrival in MLS, Carlos' excitement about playing in a tournament with Mexican teams, and LAFC's 2023 campaign. You won't want to miss this, let us know what you think in the comments!

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Spain are Women's World Cup Champions! feat. Christine Cupo Aug 20, 2023

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The Women's World Cup is here, so check in with The Cooligans everyday for the best and funniest coverage of the tournament down under!

SPAIN HAVE WON THE WOMEN'S WORLD CUP! La Roja's 1-0 victory over the Lionesses will go down in history, with Spain becoming the fifth nation to hoist the WWC and the second to win both the men's and women's version of the tournament. Christine Cupo of CBS Sports and Attacking Third is in with Christian to recap the final and analyze how the Spanish managed to outlast England. We also ask what Spain's players' problems with the FA mean for the legacy of their win, answer some listener questions about the Women's World Cup, and even touch on Leo Messi leading Inter Miami to Leagues Cup glory. Let us know what you thought of the 2023 Women's World Cup in the comments!

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Women's World Cup Final Preview feat. Fox Sports' Doug McIntyre! Aug 17, 2023

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The Women's World Cup is here, so check in with The Cooligans everyday for the best and funniest coverage of the tournament down under!

It's the penultimate episode of The Cooligans Women's World Cup Daily, so there's only one thing left to do; preview the Final! Christian is joined again by Fox Sports' Doug McIntyre to look ahead to Sunday's matchup between England and Spain and forecast what will be the deciding factor in the 2023 WWC. Doug also analyzes Vlatko Andonovski's resignation from the USWNT and gives his take on who should replace him at the helm of the greatest women's national team on the planet. Let us know who you think will win Women's World Cup in the comments!

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