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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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Latest Episodes

The leaked USMNT World Cup roster is here and The Cooligans are diving into every shocking inclusion and painful omission. Did Mauricio Pochettino get it right leaving Diego Luna and Tanner Tessmann off the list? Should Gio Reyna and Alejandro Zendej... more

Arsenal are finally Premier League champions! After more than two decades of heartbreak, near-misses, memes, and endless “bottlers” jokes, Mikel Arteta’s side has officially brought the title back to North London. Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerrer... more

Xabi Alonso is heading to Chelsea and the football world is divided. Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros discuss whether Chelsea is truly the best destination for one of Europe’s most in-demand managers and why Liverpool may have passed on making ... more

MLS salary numbers are officially out and the results are wild. Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to Lionel Messi making more money than 28 entire MLS teams and debate whether his arrival has truly been worth the investment for the league.... more

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Recent Guests

Landon Donovan
Former U.S. Men's National Team star; broadcaster and media personality
USMNT/Fox Sports
Episode: Is Christian Pulisic Ready for the World Cup? + Landon Donovan & Barcelona Humiliate Real Madrid
Tim Ream
Charlotte FC and USMNT center back
Charlotte FC / United States Men's National Team
Episode: Can Arsenal Survive PSG? Tim Ream on USMNT Pressure & Is Mbappe Tearing Real Madrid Apart?
Paul Tenorio
Writer/Journalist, The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: Whitecaps to Vegas?! Bombino on USMNT vs Italy & Inter Miami Blow 3-0 Lead at New Stadium
Luca Bombino
Defender for San Diego FC
San Diego FC
Episode: Whitecaps to Vegas?! Bombino on USMNT vs Italy & Inter Miami Blow 3-0 Lead at New Stadium
Tommy McNamara
Former NYCFC, Houston Dynamo, New England Revolution player; Brooklyn FC
Brooklyn FC
Episode: Are Arsenal Bottling It Again? Arteta Under Fire + Tommy McNamara on NYCFC, Pirlo & Lampard Stories
Sophia Wilson
USWNT/NWSL player, Portland Thorns star
Portland Thorns, NWSL
Episode: Is Mbappé the Problem at Real Madrid? Sophia Wilson on Leaving Soccer at Home & Inter Miami Coaching Chaos
Kaylyn Kyle
MLS on Apple TV analyst
MLS on Apple TV
Episode: Is Mbappé the Problem at Real Madrid? Sophia Wilson on Leaving Soccer at Home & Inter Miami Coaching Chaos
Aaron West
Guest co-host for episode
Guest on The Cooligans
Episode: Olise Chasing Messi’s Record, FIFA World Cup Ticket Chaos, & USMNT Rocked by Agyemang Injury
Brad Sims
CEO of New York City FC
New York City FC
Episode: NYCFC CEO Brad Sims on Building a Stadium, Fixing MLS Rules & The League’s Future Growth

Hosts

Christian Polanco
Host of The Cooligans; NYC-based stand-up comedian with a long-running presence in soccer humor and analysis.
Alexis Guerreros
Co-host (and primary voice) with strong humor and fan-first commentary; partner to Christian Polanco.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 494 ratings
  • Longtime listener

    Great MLS Cup episode with Aidan and Darlington, but it took all of my being not to reduce the stars for you two not both being here for the game.

    Impossible [to be here] is an opinion.

    Would love to see your show in Columbus again! Had a great time in 2018.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    keith30xi
    United States2 years ago
  • Perfectly Refreshing Voices on Soccer

    These guys offer an incredibly unique and refreshing voice on soccer, becaue I can’t listen to another middle aged white guy talk about it. As a fellow Cuban-American, I love hearing Caribeños finally talk about soccer and bring that flavor to the global sport, not to mention how funny Alexis and Christian are. My only criticism is that i wish Alexis and Christian would step up their MLS knowledge. It’s clear they know a lot about EPL and then NYCFC, but are not super knowledgeable on the rest o... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    groviteguy
    United States2 years ago
  • Something extra

    Man, this weeks episode is extra extra.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    George Bee
    United States3 years ago
  • Love it. Love the womens World Cup

    Love your coverage of the womens World Cup. Brought me to listening to you. Keep covering womens soccer. NWSL! Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jennifer in berkeley
    United States3 years ago
  • Guest Hosts

    Smetana was great! Check out her episode. Go Christian. Talk all you want. Smart incitefull information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarkCycle
    United States3 years ago

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Audiences appreciate the mix of lighthearted banter with soccer insights.
Many fans praise the diverse guest line-up and entertaining coverage of MLS and US soccer.
Listeners love the show's humor and chemistry between hosts.
Fans enjoy the culture and humor more than traditional tactical analysis.

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NYCFC CEO Brad Sims on Building a Stadium, Fixing MLS Rules & The League’s Future Growth
Q: What are your thoughts on acquiring a big name like Mohamed Salah as a marketing initiative for the club?
Brad suggests that while big-name signings can help make a splash and grab headlines, they do not guarantee sustained on-pitch success and long-term club stability. He emphasizes building a club that competes consistently and using star signings strategically, if they fit the team's culture and MLS constraints.
Is Mbappé the Problem at Real Madrid? Sophia Wilson on Leaving Soccer at Home & Inter Miami Coaching Chaos
Q: What's the core issue with Mbappé and Real Madrid this season?
The panel suggests it's less about Mbappé as a standalone problem and more about how the team's structure, chemistry, and inter-player dynamics, particularly in how Mbappé and Vinícius Jr. find space, affect overall performance.
Can USMNT Trust Pulisic? Answering USMNT Fan Questions & Italy Misses World Cup Again
Q: How far off is the Usmnt's national team from truly competing with top tier nations, and what are realistic expectations for this squad at the World Cup?
The hosts place the US somewhere around a six to seven on a scale of ten, with a gap mainly due to the lack of a clear elite striker and the need for a consistent system. Realistic expectations are modest: advance out of the group is the bare minimum, with a cautious outlook on knockout rounds unless key players find form and a stable, effective tactical identity is established.
Arsenal Bottle It Again, Santi Gimenez Joins & Griezmann to MLS?! Plus That Wild MLS Handball Drama
Q: How is Santi Gimenez coping with his injury setback and when might fans expect to see him back?
He is hopeful to play this week, depending on the coach's decisions, and could be limited to a brief appearance as he recovers.
Real Madrid’s Champions League aura, Tottenham fight relegation & Weston McKennie interview
Q: How has your time at Juventus shaped your development and World Cup readiness?
Weston explains that consistency, resilience, and adapting to coaches and systems have been pivotal, emphasizing the need to trust his own abilities and to stay focused game-by-game.

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What is The Cooligans about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A high-energy mix of humorous soccer takes and insightful discussion that blends mainstream leagues (MLS, Premier League) with US and international developments. Episodes commonly feature guest experts or players to add color on tactics, culture, and behind-the-scenes dynamics, while the hosts lean into banter, fan culture, and playful skepticism of managers, transfers, and media narratives. The show often weaves in current events, World Cup context, and evolving American soccer scenes with a strong emphasis on personality, crowd energy, and accessible humor that appeals to casual fans and long-time followers alike. A notable strength is balancing lighthearted, irreverent commentary with informed analysis and a habit of spotlighting diverse... more

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1. Landon Donovan
2. Tim Ream
3. Paul Tenorio
4. Luca Bombino
5. Tommy McNamara
6. Sophia Wilson
7. Kaylyn Kyle
8. Aaron West

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