Best Cooligans Podcasts (2025)

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USMNT's most underrated rising stars + Jayden Nelson interview 59:26

1d ago59:26

59:26

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros deliver a United States Men’s National Team summer round-up, highlighting which players are flying under the radar and which ones on the squad they’re concerned about. The guys are then joined by Vancouver Whitecaps FC and Canadian National Team star Jayden Nelson. They discuss the impact of Thomas Müller on t…

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Son Heung-Min is already proving Christian wrong + Cooligans celebrate 10 years together! 1:14:54

4d ago1:14:54

1:14:54

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros discuss Son Heung-Min’s fast start in MLS and why Christian is already being proven wrong about Son’s impact on the field. They also talk about Matt Turner’s return to MLS and whether Gio Reyna should follow suit ahead of a crucial season leading up to the World Cup. Then, they react to the Premier League and …

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Who are the Premier League title favorites? + Christian Pulisic & Tim Weah clap back at critics but is it warranted? 58:18

8d ago58:18

58:18

Christian Polanco and Stefano Fusaro preview the Premier League season ahead of the 2025–26 opening weekend. They share their title favorites along with a full set of season predictions, including Player of the Season, best transfer, and relegation picks. Then, they react to Christian Pulisic and Tim Weah’s response to the criticism they've faced t…

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Marcelo Balboa on MLS Growth Since Its Inception + Can USMNT Recreate the World Cup Hoopla of 1994? 57:07

11d ago57:07

57:07

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros welcome USMNT and MLS legend Marcelo Balboa to the show. They discuss his soccer journey, including his decision to return to the U.S. to help launch Major League Soccer in 1996. What were the hardships that came with it — and was it worth the sacrifice? Christian and Alexis then dive into Marcelo’s USMNT jour…

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Son Heung-Min joins LAFC! Will he have the Messi effect? + Newcastle continue to stumble this summer window! 49:30

15d ago49:30

49:30

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down Son Heung-Min’s arrival at LAFC and what it could mean for Major League Soccer both on and off the field. They also look back on Son’s time at Tottenham and the legacy he leaves behind at the club. Christian and Alexis then recap Phase One of the Leagues Cup. Does the competition’s new format make t…

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Andrés Cantor talks calling the 2022 World Cup Final and looks ahead to 2026! 42:23

18d ago42:23

42:23

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 pa…

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Thomas Müller the key to Vancouver’s title hopes? + Is it time MLS looks at rule changes? 47:57

22d ago47:57

47:57

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 …

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Landon Donovan on why Christian Pulisic’s Gold Cup absence was unacceptable + was Messi’s suspension the right move? 1:02:10

25d ago1:02:10

1:02:10

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 leagu…

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Reggie Cannon details court win over Boavista + who’s the UEFA Women’s EURO favorite? 1:11:49

29d ago1:11:49

1:11:49

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 ML…

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European transfer window winners & losers + Cavan Sullivan trains with Man City — is he Premiere League ready? 1:05:17

1M ago1:05:17

1:05:17

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 Ma…

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Liverpool are gearing up for European Domination + can Rodrigo De Paul fix Inter Miami? 59:11

1M ago59:11

59:11

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…

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Chelsea shock PSG! Cole Palmer and Co show their might + was this Club World Cup a success? 55:25

1M ago55:25

55:25

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 th…

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Brad Friedel weighs in on USMNT striker & goalkeeper dilemma! + Has CWC proven Saudi League is now ahead of MLS? 1:20:17

1M ago1:20:17

1:20:17

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…

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USMNT fall to Mexico in Gold Cup Final! Where do Pochettino and USMNT stand 11 months from World Cup? 57:27

2M ago57:27

57:27

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 mom…

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USMNT Survive! Diego Luna’s brace lifts USA to victory and Gold Cup Final berth 48:55

2M ago48:55

48:55

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…

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New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy addresses safety concerns as state prepares for World Cup Final 59:27

2M ago59:27

59:27

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros chat with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy as they preview the 2026 World Cup. The boys talk all things New Jersey as the state gets ready to host the 2026 World Cup Final at MetLife Stadium next summer. Governor Murphy also reveals how he fell in love with soccer and what the sport means to him and his family.…

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Matt Freese to the rescue! USMNT advance to Gold Cup Semifinal after PK magic 50:03

2M ago50:03

50:03

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to the USMNT’s dramatic quarterfinal win over Costa Rica. They talk the good they saw including Malik Tillman’s masterful performance and Matt Freese’s magic in the penalty shootout. Christian and Alexis then also break down some poor performances from the likes of Patrick Agyemang and Max Arfsten and wh…

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The Cooligans

Alexis Guerreros & Christian Polanco

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USMNT's most underrated rising stars + Jayden Nelson interview 59:26

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Son Heung-Min is already proving Christian wrong + Cooligans celebrate 10 years together! 1:14:54

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Who are the Premier League title favorites? + Christian Pulisic & Tim Weah clap back at critics but is it warranted? 58:18

1
Marcelo Balboa on MLS Growth Since Its Inception + Can USMNT Recreate the World Cup Hoopla of 1994? 57:07

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Son Heung-Min joins LAFC! Will he have the Messi effect? + Newcastle continue to stumble this summer window! 49:30

1
Andrés Cantor talks calling the 2022 World Cup Final and looks ahead to 2026! 42:23

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Thomas Müller the key to Vancouver’s title hopes? + Is it time MLS looks at rule changes? 47:57

1
Landon Donovan on why Christian Pulisic’s Gold Cup absence was unacceptable + was Messi’s suspension the right move? 1:02:10

1
Reggie Cannon details court win over Boavista + who’s the UEFA Women’s EURO favorite? 1:11:49

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European transfer window winners & losers + Cavan Sullivan trains with Man City — is he Premiere League ready? 1:05:17

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Liverpool are gearing up for European Domination + can Rodrigo De Paul fix Inter Miami? 59:11

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Chelsea shock PSG! Cole Palmer and Co show their might + was this Club World Cup a success? 55:25

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Brad Friedel weighs in on USMNT striker & goalkeeper dilemma! + Has CWC proven Saudi League is now ahead of MLS? 1:20:17

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USMNT fall to Mexico in Gold Cup Final! Where do Pochettino and USMNT stand 11 months from World Cup? 57:27

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USMNT Survive! Diego Luna’s brace lifts USA to victory and Gold Cup Final berth 48:55

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New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy addresses safety concerns as state prepares for World Cup Final 59:27

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Matt Freese to the rescue! USMNT advance to Gold Cup Semifinal after PK magic 50:03

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