Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down the biggest UCL results of the week including Manchester City looking absolutely abysmal against Kylian Mbappé and the Real Madrid squad. AC Milan drew Feyenoord, ending their UCL run, after several poor decisions on the field like Theo Hernández’s dive in the box and Christian Pulisic being benched.

The duo are joined by MLS play-by-play broadcaster Steve Cangialosi to preview the 2025 season. Steve talks with the boys about the biggest changes in MLS over the last decade, season predictions, and reveals a bit about what dealing with the Lionel Messi circus is like for MLS media members.

Christian & Alexis are also joined by New York City FC midfielder Keaton Parks. The longest tenured player on New York City’s roster, Parks looks forward to working with new head coach Pascal Jansen as he and the squad look to improve their game and return to the MLS playoffs.

(2:42) Steve Cangialosi joins the show
(41:18) Keaton Parks joins the show
(54:21) Man City knocked out of UCL
(1:02:43) AC Milan knocked out of UCL
(1:07:36) Atalanta + Lookman drama

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to Jude Bellingham’s red card in La Liga after a misunderstanding of words with the referee. Also, the boys break down Manchester United’s problems as their horrid season continues.

Christian and Alexis then chat with FC Cincinnati defender Matt Miazga as well as Head Coach Pat Noonan ahead of the team’s upcoming MLS season.

Later, Christian and Alexis react to the latest MLS news including Lucho Acosta’s move to FC Dallas and Toronto FC’s Lorenzo Insigne dilemma.

(8:20) - Jude Bellingham sent off after spat with referee

(17:55) - Manchester United’s problems are systemic

(30:10) - Matt Miazga joins the show

(39:19) - Pat Noonan joins the show

(54:33) - Recent MLS moves (Evander to Portland, Lucho Acosta to FC Dalla & more)

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros recap Champions League action including Real Madrid’s stunning comeback against Man City. The boys also react to an insane Merseyside derby, a fitting end to the matchup at Goodison Park.

Christian and Alexis then chat with Inter Miami forward, Fafa Picault, ahead of his first season as Lionel Messi’s teammate in MLS.

Later, Christian and Alexis react USL’s shocking announcement that they will be launching a top-tier soccer division in 2026 and what that may mean for the American soccer landscape.

(10:05) - Real Madrid def. Manchester City 3-2

(24:35) - Weston McKennie scores in Juve’s win

(30:45) - Everton draw Liverpool 2-2 in stunning draw

(39:00) - Inter Miami forward Fafa Picault joins the show

(46:10) - USL to challenge MLS, launch own top soccer division

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros bring on Queens’ 21st district Councilman, Francisco Moya, to chat about his important role in bringing NYCFC’s new soccer stadium to Queens. The trio discuss what obstacles Francisco dealt with along the way as well as what fans, as well as queens residents, can expect as the stadium gets built.

Christian and Alexis then chat about Councilman Maya’s other love in Barcelona. Francisco tells us how he became a fan of the Catalan club and his experiences supporting the team, including meeting the club president, Joan Laporta, and Barca legend, Lionel Messi.

Councilman Moya also talks about the resources his office provides to keep NYC immigrant residents safe. You can get more info about this by checking out NYC.gov/immigrants or set up an appointment with a free immigration attorney at Councilman Maya’s office here: https://www.cuny.edu/about/administration/offices/communications-marketing/citizenship-now/services/

(8:05) -Councilman Francisco Moya talks journey getting NYCFC’s new stadium to Queens

(34:15) - Councilman Moya’s lifelong Barcelona fandom

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros bring on former Portland Timbers head coach, Gio Savarese, to chat his experience as a head coach as well as the growth of the league on the eve of it’s 30th anniversary.

Later, Christian and Alexis bring on MLS Cup winning Columbus Crew head coach, Wilfried Nancy, to chat his coaching style as well as what he looks for in potential players.

(7:45) -Gio Savarese joins the show

(12:55) - Discussing Gio’s time as a head coach

(19:10) - Gio reveals his approach as a coach

(26:00) - reflecting on growth of MLS

(30:05) - Wilfried Nancy joins the show

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down Arsenal’s convincing win and the impact their teenage duo had on the game. They also react to Marcus Rashford’s loan to Aston Villa and how this can revitalize his career.

Christian and Alexis then chat with Emil Forsberg about his first season in MLS and the experience of being in “Onside”, Apple TV’s newest documentary on the 2024 MLS season.

Later, Christian and Alexis chat some big MLS news including Cucho Hernandez’s shock transfer to Real Betis. They also react to Mexico’s Santi Gimenez’s recent move to AC Milan.

(7:30) - Arsenal def. Manchester City 5-1

(25:00) - Marcus Rashford heads to Aston Villa

(29:00) - Crystal Palace def. Manchester United 2-0

(36:30) - Emil Forsberg joins the show

(48:00) - Cucho Hernandez headed to Real Betis

(53:10) - Houston Dynamo purchase Jack McGlynn

(57:30) - AC Milan acquire Santi Gimenez

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down the conclusion of the new Champions League format and whether it’s proven better or worse than before. They also recap some great performances by Americans across the Champions League including goals from Christian Pulisic & Ricardo Pepi.

Christian and Alexis then chat with Luis Miguel Echegaray about his new book, “Messi Mania”. They discuss what Messi’s arrival to Miami has meant for the country and what to expect in his new book.

Later, Christian and Alexis bring back Rápido Reactions and discuss some more moves in this transfer window including Neymar’s return home and John Duran’s shock move to Al Nassr.
 

(4:37) - Grading the new Champions League format

(13:05) - Americans in Champions League recap

(23:30) - Chatting new book “Messi mania” with Luis Miguel Echegaray

(46:20) - Chatting Luis’ love for Aston Villa

(56:20) - Rápido Reactions: Neymar heads home, Mathys Tel’s dilemma & more

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to Ruben Amorim’s latest quotes on Marcus Rashford situation, including Amorim’s comments he would start Manchester United’s goalkeeper coach ahead of Rashford right now. The boys also chat Miles Lewis-Skelly’s controversial red card and the part VAR may have played in it.

Christian and Alexis then chat with Philadelphia Union teen sensation Cavan Sullivan and his experience being in Apple TV’s new MLS docuseries, “Onside”. They also discuss his time so far in MLS and what it’s like being in the limelight at such a young age.

With just 500 days until the World Cup, Christian and Alexis check in on the USMNT. They discuss who they think should win 2025 US Young Male soccer player as well as what the national team still needs to focus on going into the future.

(7:40) - Ruben Amorim’s feud with Marcus Rashford continues

(17:15) - Manchester City def. Chelsea 3-1

(24:40) - Miles Lewis-Skelly receives controversial red card

(32:55) - Tottenham lose 4th straight PL game

(39:15) - Cavan Sullivan joins the show

(49:05) - USMNT temperature check

(55:15) - Discussing who should be 2025 US Young Male POTY

(58:35) - Biggest needs for USMNT ahead of Gold Cup

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros recap Champions League match day 7 including Manchester City’s collapse against PSG. Has Pep Guardiola lost his team’s identity?

Christian and Alexis then take a look at all the fun hijinks from the USMNT’s win over Costa Rica including a bathroom break for Mauricio Pochettino & an uncensored postgame interview.

Later, Christian and Alexis bring back Rápido Reactions and grade all the major transfers so far this window including Kyle Walker, Wilfried Zaha, Naomi Girma & more!

(4:30) - Thoughts on the new Champions League format so far

(9:50) - Manchester City on brink of CL elimination

(24:50) - Barcelona win 9-goal thriller

(31:30) - Mauricio Pochettino leaves game for emergency bathroom break

(38:50) - Pochettino’s uncensored postgame interview

(47:50) - Rápido Reactions: Transfer grades for Kyler Walker, Wilfried Zaha & more

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Christian Polanco and John Shin (GoodVibesJohn) discuss Manchester United’s struggles this season, including suffering another loss at Old Trafford, this time to Brighton. They also dive into what the future might hold for Marcus Rashford at the club.

Also on this episode of The Cooligans, Christian and Alexis Guerreros chat with MLS broadcaster Taylor Twellman about the upcoming season, what excites him about the future of the league and the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to take place in North America.

Later, Christian and John talk about Everton’s 3-2 victory over Tottenham Hotspur, Sol Campbell steering into the Tottenham-Arsenal rivalry in a new commercial and Arsenal missing a golden opportunity to pick up points in their latest efforts to catch Liverpool at the top of the table.

(6:13) - The Most Important Game: Man U vs Brighton

(19:57) - What happens to Marcus Rashford?

(26:50) - Taylor Twellman joins the show

(55:21) - Everton finally defeats Tottenham at home

(1:11:32) - Sol Campbell’s new ad

(1:16:29) - Arsenal’s disappointing draw