The Cooligans is a comedy & soccer podcast delivering hilarious takes on the greatest sport in the world! Hosts Alexis Guerreros and Christian Polanco are two NYC stand-up comics who don't focus on stats or formations, they focus on the funny. Join us two times a week for some humorous reactions to football's wildest moments of the weekend. The beautiful game just got a little bit uglier.
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Troy Deeney reveals all: his time as a pundit, coaching stint with Forest Green & iconic goal vs. Leicester City
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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros welcome on Watford legend Troy Deeney to discuss all things soccer on this episode of The Cooligans. Christian and Alexis chat his time as a pundit in the U.K. and America. Troy also reveals all the details of his messy coaching stint with Forest Green. Later, Christian and Alexis break down Troy’s iconic goal…
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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to a busy weekend in the MLS playoffs including the shocking elimination of Inter Miami on this episode of The Cooligans. Christian and Alexis then break down the latest results in the Premier League that helped Liverpool grow their lead at the top of the table. Later, Christian and Alexis break down the…
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Manchester City continue bad form, NYCFC defender Kevin O’Toole joins ahead of decisive playoff game & Jim Curtin fired!?
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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros discuss Manchester City’s embarrassing loss to Sporting Lisbon on this episode of The Cooligans. They also react to Real Madrid’s issues fitting in Kylian Mbappe. Christian and Alexis then welcome on NYCFC defender Kevin O’Toole to chat about the club ahead of their elimination playoff game against FC Cincinna…
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Premier League title race heats up, MLS playoff shock & Rachel Kundananji embarrasses defender
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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 C…
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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 …
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Erik ten Hag sacked, Vinicius Jr. Ballon D’or snub & Real Madrid embarrassed in El Clásico
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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…
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Champions League update, Bradley Wright-Phillips in-studio talks Hudson River Derby, MLS playoffs & rapping
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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 G…
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Arsenal’s red card issues continue, Frankfurt CEO Axel Hellmann stops in & should Messi win MLS MVP?
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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 Hellman…
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Pulisic wrong for leaving early? Plus England hire Tuchel, Will Kuntz talks LA Galaxy & Rápido Reactions
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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…
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USMNT impressive on Pochettino’s debut, big names linked to England & Orlando Pride finally lose
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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…
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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…
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Pogba is back, Orlando Pride continues historic season & Inter Miami looking to break records
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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…
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Champions League Cinderellas, Mauricio Pochettino’s first camp with USMNT & should Lionel Messi win MLS MVP?
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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 whe…
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Premier League updates, NWSL action heats up & reacting to viral moments around the soccer world.
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Christian Polanco and Christine Cupo react to Manchester United’s 3-0 home loss to Tottenham on this episode of The Cooligans. They also chat about Cole Palmer’s potential and Christian Pulisic’s continued hot streak.Christian and Christine then recap a busy weekend with NWSL & NYCFC’s historic win in the Hudson River derby.Later, Christian and Chr…
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LAFC bests Sporting KC in US Open Cup Final, Manchester United’s disappointing result & streamer Chi Kacee joins the show
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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to LAFC winning the US Open Cup with a 3-1 victory over Sporting Kansas City on this episode of The Cooligans. They also analyze the Campeones Cup with Club América taking the victory over Columbus Crew. Christian and Alexis then bring on streamer Kacey Anderson to chat the newest drop of EA Sports FC 25…
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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to Arsenal vs. Manchester City on this episode of The Cooligans. They also take a look at Christian Pulisic’s hot run of form for AC Milan. Christian and Alexis then bring on Jared Freid, the voice of NBC’s “Love Undercover.” They talk about the show and have Jared give his thoughts on some of the bigges…
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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to matchday 1 of Champions League in this episode of The Cooligans. They take a look at all the Americans playing in the competition and shine a light on two goalscorers. Christian and Alexis then chat MLS midweek action. They break down New York City FC’s loss to the Philadelphia Union and react to Alex…
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