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The Cooligans

Alexis Guerreros & Christian Polanco

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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#1013
Monday · 1 hr 36 min
Landon Donovan vs. Eddie Johnson, Mia Hamm Joins the Show, MLS Commissioner Comments On TV Deal
Eddie Johnson claps back at Landon Donovan, Mia Hamm on body positivity, and Larry Berg makes comments on MLS' TV deal.
#1012
Thursday · 50 min
City Crushed In UCL, Rodman Disappoints, NWSL Pro/Rel
Christian and Alexis break down PSG's demolition of Manchester City, a disappointing USWNT camp, and the potential of Pro/Rel coming to the NWSL
#1011
October 12 · 41 min
Author Ryan Conner Joins: 12 Guys Walk Into A Kitchen
On today's Cooligans Author Ryan Conner Joins the show to talk about his book 12 Guys Walk Into A Kitchen.
#1010
October 7 · 1 hr 32 min
Sheamus Tells All: From IT Nerd to WWE Champion
Christian and Alexis welcome Stephen Farley FKA Sheamus to talk all things Wrestling, Liverpool and Dortmund.
#1009
October 5 · 1 hr 17 min
Kochen Is The Key, Citizens Could Suffer, CR7's Prolonged Goodbye
On this episode of The Cooligans, Christian and Alexis break down why Diego Kochen is the key to the USMNT future, the city of Manchester's impact on the impending Man City Punishment, and Ronaldo's departure from Portugal camp.
#1008
September 30 · 1 hr 13 min
USMNT Beat Chile 4-2 We React, Man City are in Big Trouble
On this episode of The Cooligans, Christian and Alexis break down the USMNT win over Chile, and the Premier Leagues statement on Manchester City.
#1007
September 28 · 1 hr 14 min
The USMNT Kids Are Alright, Man City GUILTY, Ireland vs. Israel Controversy
Alexis Guerreros and Christian Polanco break down the USMNT win over Peru, Man City being found guilty, and the contentious match between Ireland and Israel
#1006
September 23 · 1 hr 8 min
Pro/Rel In Liga MX, More Fallout From The Madrid Derby, Federico Higuaín OUT in Columbus
On this episode of the Cooligans Christian and Alexis dive into Pro/Rel possibly coming to Liga MX, more fallout from the Madrid Derby and to round out the show Federico Higuaín is out of Columbus Crew II.
#1005
September 21 · 1 hr 11 min
Chaos In Madrid, Cavan Does It Again, Messi vs. Garber
On this episode of The Cooligans, everything is going wrong at Real Madrid, Cavan Sullivan is breaking records, and Messi and Don Garber argue on the pitch.
#1004
September 16 · 1 hr 8 min
Poch Takes Shots at Pulisic, Messi Has A New Coach, Barbara Banda Gets A Bag
On this episode of the Cooligans, Christian and Alexis break down Poch's 'Vacation' quote, Messi choosing his new coach, and Barbara Banda getting PAID!
#1003
September 15 · 1 hr 4 min
Cavan Sullivan May Be The Chosen One, Americans In Europe, VAR In England Is A Nightmare
On this episode of The Cooligans, Alexis and Christian break down Cavan Sullivan, notable Americans in Europe, and the nightmare VAR situation in the EPL.
#1002
September 10 · 56 min
Arsenal Top Napoli, Can Harry Kane Win a Ballon D'or, Rápido Reactions
On this episode of the Cooligans, Alexis Guerreros and Christian Polanco break down Wednesday's UCL results, Harry Kane's Ballon D'or chances and give us all the Rápido Reactions.
#1001
September 7 · 38 min
How Shirts Reveal Hidden Stories of Money, Power & Politics in Soccer with Joey D'Urso
Alexis & Christian are joined by journalist and author Joey D’Urso (“More Than a Shirt”) to reveal how global politics and big money collide on the front of your favorite football shirts.
#1000
September 2 · 1 hr 9 min
Balogun’s Failed Everton Move, MLS Teams Return to US Open Cup & Champions League Draw Reaction
Christian & Alexis dig into the chaos of the European transfer window and react to the UCL draw.
#999
August 31 · 1 hr 2 min
Messi Announces International Retirement + US Soccer Steps In With Youth Development + Infantino vs UEFA
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros breakdown all we've missed since our last episode.
#998
July 30 · 39 min
MLS All-Star Live: MLS Beats Liga MX Again, FIFA's Private Equity Drama & Atlanta United's Jersey Shock
Broadcasting live from Bank of America Stadium after the MLS All-Star Game in Charlotte, Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros celebrate MLS's second consecutive win over Liga MX alongside special guests David Gass and Mickey Voll. The episode delves into creative format overhauls for future All-Star Games, Lionel Messi's prospective All-Star debut, Gianni Infantino's FIFA private equity plan, historic jersey sales trends, and the implications of MLS shifting its seasonal schedule.
#997
July 27 · 1 hr 10 min
MLS Stars Arrive: Casemiro & Griezmann Debuts, Riley Tiernan Interview & USMNT Hopamine
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down a massive week in Major League Soccer featuring debuts from global stars Casemiro, Antoine Griezmann, and Robert Lewandowski. Angel City FC striker Riley Tiernan stops by to discuss her trialist-to-star journey in the NWSL, her Jersey roots, and her go-to In-N-Out order. Finally, the hosts examine six promising young USMNT prospects—including Cavan Sullivan, Neil Pierre, and Noahkai Banks—who give American fans hope for the 2030 World Cup cycle.
#996
July 23 · 1 hr 31 min
How to Fix the USMNT for 2030, Tyler Adams Interview & Summer Transfer Window Chaos
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros return from their nationwide tour to debate bold ideas for overhauling US Soccer ahead of the 2030 World Cup, sit down with USMNT midfielder Tyler Adams to dissect Mauricio Pochettino's culture and the Balogun red card controversy, and analyze a wild summer transfer window featuring mega-deals for Morgan Rogers, Anthony Gordon, and Robert Lewandowski.
#995
July 20 · 1 hr 6 min
Spain Wins World Cup 1-0 vs Argentina: Defensive Masterclass, Rodri Golden Ball & Final Grades
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros deliver their final live reaction show of the 2026 World Cup, analyzing Spain's 1-0 extra-time win over Argentina in the final at MetLife Stadium. The hosts break down Ferran Torres' match-winning goal, Enzo Fernández's red card, and Spain's historic defense before evaluating Rodri's Golden Ball award, Mbappé's Golden Boot, and giving their final grades for the entire tournament.
#994
July 17 · 1 hr 5 min
World Cup Final Preview: Spain vs Argentina, Tournament Superlatives & NYC Czar Maya Handa
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros look ahead to Sunday's World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, reviewing tactical matchups, betting lines with Ben Fawkes, and community-driven tournament initiatives with New York World Cup Czar Maya Handa. The guys lock in their personal score predictions before handing out their official tournament superlatives, naming everything from their favorite under-the-radar goals and breakout stars like Folarin Balogun to the biggest controversies and villai

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