The Cooligans

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros discuss Liverpool taking the top spot after Arsenal and Manchester City’s losses on this episode of The Cooligans. They also react to Manchester United’s draw against Chelsea.

Christian and Alexis then discuss some shocking results in the MLS playoffs including the New York Red Bulls eliminating the Columbus Crew.

Later, Christian and Alexis chat about Rachel Kundananji’s ridiculous skills in the NWSL’s last match day of the regular season.

(6:13) - Premier League title race opens up
(19:56) - Manchester United draw Chelsea 1-1
(28:26) - Alexis and Christian handle coin flip in NYCFC win
(37:44) - Atlanta United force deciding game 3 vs. Inter Miami
(44:11) - NY Red Bulls eliminate Columbus Crew
(48:32) - Vancouver Whitecaps force deciding game 3 vs. LAFC
(53:36) - Rachel Kundananji embarrasses Houston Dash defender
(58:22) - The Athletic release 2026 World Cup bid article

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros recap the midweek MLS Cup Playoff matches where Cincinnati beat NYCFC & New York Red Bulls take down the Columbus Crew. Elsewhere in the MLS, the Seattle Sounders and Minnesota United beat their opponents in penalty shootouts, begging the question of if this best-of-three format is the best way for the MLS to handle first-round playoff matches. 

Christian and Alexis are joined by Bryan Ford, award-winning baker, author of Pan y Dulce, TV host of Baked in Tradition, and judge on BRBC. Bryan shares his love of Latin-American baking and his experiences playing soccer growing up. Bryan also tells the story of how he got his coaching license and he and Alexis wax poetic about their mutual love of Arsenal (because of course they do).

The two raise a glass to Naomi Girma who scored her first two international goals for the USWNT in a match vs. Argentina. Do we now know why Vini Jr. and Real Madrid didn’t show for the Ballon D’or? And, only days after sacking Erik ten Hag, Manchester United announces Ruben Amorim as their new manager.

(5:55) Mid-week MLS playoffs recap

(14:02) Bryan Ford joins

(53:37) USWNT vs. Argentina recap

(57:38) Ballon D’or fallout for Vini Jr.

(1:02:58) Manchester United hire Ruben Amorim

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to the news that Manchester United sacked their manager Erik ten Hag after a dismal start to the 2024-25 Premier League season. Plus, they recap the rest of the EPL weekend with Brighton’s failure to hold off Wolverhampton, Tyler Adams’ return for Bournemouth, Cole Palmer’s stunning pass for Chelsea, and more.

The pair give an update on the MLS Playoffs where Atlanta fails to hold off Inter Miami at home, Orlando beats Charlotte, and LA Galaxy shuts out Colorado entirely.

Christian & Alexis also break down Barcelona’s thrashing of Real Madrid in El Clásico. How could Mbappé end up offside 8 different times in the match and what will it take for things to start clicking for him at Real Madrid?

(5:45) Erik ten Hag sacked

(13:30) Controversial penalty against De Ligt

(24:28) Brighton vs. Wolverhampton recap

(28:15) Tyler Adams returns for Bournemouth

(29:01) Cole Palmer shines for Chelsea

(34:18) Arsenal vs. Liverpool reap

(37:58) Miami vs. Atlanta playoffs recap

(46:30) Colorado vs. LA Galaxy playoffs recap

(51:23) Orlando vs. Charlotte playoffs recap

(54:06) El Clásico recap

(1:07:02) Vinicius Ballon D'or snub

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With the Champions League in full swing, we’re already starting to see the signs that the new format is changing almost everything we thought we knew about the UCL. Even though there might be some unexpected teams at the top of the standings, some things are remaining the same.

We’re talking about you, Erling Haaland.

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros recap all the latest action from the UCL, including Aston Villa’s early success, Barcelona taking care of business vs. FC Bayern München and a reason why we might be seeing so many goals scored in the league this time around.

Then, on this episode of The Cooligans, the guys are joined in-studio by New York Red Bulls legend Bradley Wright-Phillips, who talks about the importance of the Hudson River Derby, why he was taken aback when he decided to join the MLS, his infamous raps from back in the day and what he’s most looking forward to in the MLS playoffs.

(4:39) - Current Champions League recap

(23:07) - Bradley Wright-Phillips joins the show

(25:32) - The importance of the Hudson River Derby

(33:20) - Why did he start rapping?

(40:28) - BWP on growing up with a famous father

(48:06) - MLS playoff chatter

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros discuss Arsenal’s red card issues on this episode of The Cooligans after losing to Bournemouth over the weekend. They also react to Christian Pulisic giving his first interview in Italian after AC Milan secured a 1-0 victory over Udinese.

Christian and Alexis then bring on Eintracht Frankfurt CEO, Axel Hellmann, to chat the Bundesliga and how German clubs can better interact with American fans and vice versa.

Later, Christian and Alexis debate whether Lionel Messi is deserving of the MLS MVP award.

(7:55) - Arsenal lose to Bournemouth

(17:50) - Man City beat Wolves with late game winner

(26:01) - Liverpool beat Chelsea, stay atop PL table

(31:05) - Christian Pulisic gives first interview in Italian

(34:25) - Frankfurt CEO Axel Hellmann joins the show

(40:48) - How do German clubs engage with American fans?

(46:59) - Where do German fans gather inspiration from?

(52:20) - Taking a look at young Frankfurt players

(57:25) - Why should American players/fans choose Frankfurt?

(1:04:38 - Should Lionel Messi win MLS MVP?

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros discuss the USMNT’s loss to Mexico on this episode of The Cooligans. They also react to England hiring Thomas Tuchel.Christian and Alexis then bring on LA Galaxy general manager Will Kurtz to chat MLS and his expectations in Los Angeles.Later, Christian and Alexis bring back another edition of rápido reactions where they discuss, amongst other things, Cardi B as maybe PSG’s newest ultra.

(6:58) - USMNT lose to Mexico 2-0
(12:30) - Christian Pulisic wrong for leaving camp early?
(20:24) - England officially hire Thomas Tuchel
(32:00) - Will Kuntz joins the show
(37:12) - Will Kuntz on club expectations
(48:07) - Involvement in European recruitment

( 1:01:43) - Rápido reactions: CONMEBOL qualifiers, Cardi B & more
 

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros bring on Henry Bushnell to recap the UMSNT’s win on Mauricio Pochettino’s debut on this episode of The Cooligans. They also discuss what the team’s lineup could look like against Mexico.

Christian and Alexis then discuss England’s links to Thomas Tuchel & Pep Guardiola as their next possible manager. They also chat the latest in AFCON qualifiers.

Later, Christian and Alexis chat about the end of the Orlando Pride’s unbeaten season.

(6:36) - USMNT defeat Panama 2-0

(23:26) - Who will USMNT line up against Mexico?

(32:36) - England linked to Pep Guardiola & Thomas Tuchel

(40:50) - Greece earn first ever win vs. England

(45:12) - Nigeria stranded at Libyan airport for 13 hours

(53:07) - Orlando Pride’s unbeaten season is over

(57:16) - Temwa Chawinga breaks single season scoring record

(1:01:02) - Nadia Nadim tends to her own injury

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Christian Polanco and Davis Gass react to Jurgen Klopp joining Red Bull as the head of soccer on this episode of The Cooligans. They also discuss whether Gregg Berhalter is a good fit for the Chicago Fire.

Christian and David then react to Major League Soccer’s 22 under 22 list.

Later, Christian and David bring back Rápido Reactions to chat Iniesta, Cole Palmer & more.

(5:57) - Gregg Berhalter hired as Chicago Fire’s head coach

(14:20) - Jurgen Klopp named Red Bull’s Head of Soccer

(24:40) - Man City trial update

(33:20) - Paul Pogba linked to Marseille

(38:11) - MLS 22 under 22 revealed!

(50:35) - Rápido Reactions: Iniesta, Cole Palmer & more

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to Paul Pogba being re-instated on this episode of The Cooligans. They also chat about the penalty controversy involving Christian Pulisic.

Christian and Alexis then react to the Orlando Pride winning the NWSL Shield amidst their pursuit of an unbeaten season.

Later, Christian and Alexis talk Inter Miami, who is trying to a break a record of their own. They also chat the firing of Austin FC head coach, Josh Wolff.

(6:18) - Paul Pogba is back!

(15:32) - Pulisic involved in Milan penalty controversy

(25:08) - Brighton def. Tottenham 3-2

(32:47) - Liverpool continue hot start to PL season

(38:30) - Orlando Pride clinch NWSL shield

(48:16) - Angel City receive point deduction

(55:07) - Inter Miami seeking MLS points record

(1:01:27) - Austin FC part ways with Josh Wolff

Christian Polanco and Kyle Martino react to this week’s Champions League action including a couple of big upsets on this episode of The Cooligans. They also chat about how Kylian Mbappe fits into Real Madrid.

Christian and Kyle then look ahead to the USMNT’s first international window under Mauricio Pochettino.

Later, Christian and Kyle discuss whether Lionel Messi deserves this season’s MLS MVP.

(6:06) - Arsenal defeat PSG 2-0

(18:33) - Juventus defeat Leipzig 3-2

(26:36) - Aston Villa defeat Bayern Munich 1-0

(36:43) - Is Real Madrid the right fit for Kylian Mbappe?

(43:02) - USMNT October roster breakdown

(47:26) - What changes does Pochettino need to implement?

(1:05:48) - Is Supporter’s Shield more important than MLS Cup?

(1:15:05) - Should Lionel Messi win MLS MVP?

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