Alexi and Mosse look at the evolving soccer American soccer culture through the lens of broadcasting in the State of the Union (4:38). Also, Mosse Makes the Case (22:40) that the Champions League's round of 16 field is as stacked as ever. Then, the plan for the USMNT, a Mohamed Salah vs. Eden Hazard debate and Zack Steffen's move to Man City are looked at in Ask Alexi (32:38). Finally, Cristiano Ronaldo's challenge to Lionel Messi, the FIFA Club World Cup and the European title races at the end of 2018 all headline The Back Three (42:01). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today we are joined by Tesho Akindele who we interviewed in a conference room at Toyota Park while he was a member of FC Dallas. He is now a member of Orlando City, so while we are excited for Tesho we can't help but ask if this was our fault somehow. Several players we interview tend to move on to other clubs. Is it a coincidence? Probably! Or is there a Cooligans curse?!? Segment 1: Soccer Journalism is Deadspin Segment 2: Interview w/ Tesho Akindele of Orlando City Help Jason Saenz Walk Again: https://www.gofundme.com/jason-saenz-recovery-fund-aka-saenz-spinez Thank you to all the Gully Squad members that helped make this episode possible. If you would like to help support the show, join the Gully Squad at soccercooligans.com! Follow us on Twitter! @notalexis @chrispolanco @soccercooligans @ogpodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have returned from the Major League Soccer Cup Final to regale you with many stories of our travels! On the real tho, MLS Cup in Atlanta was unreal. The most fun we've ever had at a final, and the Atlanta United fans seemed to enjoy it a bit as well, given that they won the whole damn thing. Congratulations to the Five Stripes. Bravo to the Timbers for an incredible season. Now let's laugh about the whole thing until CCL starts up in like 6 weeks and we can get serious again! Segment 1: TAMz a Make Her Dance Segment 2: The Bucket Hat Derby in Madrid + Interview w/ Gully Squad Member and Austin FC Supporter Landon Cotham (@elviajero87, @austinanthem, @austinanthemES) Away Days Football: Get yourself a Mystery Kit today at awaydaysfootball.com Use Promo Code "COOLIGANS" for 15% off. Follow us on Twitter! @notalexis @chrispolanco @soccercooligans @ogpodcasts Help support the show by joining the Gully Squad at soccercooligans.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Robbie Mustoe and Kyle Martino join forces for another hybrid episode of the 2 Robbies podcast and TAD pod. They discuss Manchester United sharing the points with Arsenal, Chelsea losing to Wolves, Manchester City showing their dominance with another win, the new USMNT head coach appointment and look ahead to an exciting Fan Fest in NYC.

Rog talks with Portland Timbers and Thorns owner Merritt Paulson about the Timbers upcoming MLS Cup clash with Atlanta United FC, the unique football culture that permeates Portland, and the state of the state of MLS. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alexi and Mosse dish on the USMNT hiring Gregg Berhalter in the State of the Union (2:28). Also, Mosse Makes the Case (18:03) that staging the Copa Libertadores final in Madrid could have major repercussions. Then, preferred destinations for Christian Pulisic, David Villa's MLS legacy and an overabundance of soccer are looked at in Ask Alexi (27:06). Finally, the MLS Cup final, Arsenal's renaissance and the Ballon d'Or headline The Back Three (35:04). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rog and Davo break down a salty, six goal thriller between Arsenal and Tottenham in North London, Rog recounts his sad nap after Liverpool's last minute winner against Everton. Plus, GregG Berhalter is the new USMNT manager. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Andrew and Nick talk the Red Bulls' meltdown in Atlanta in the first leg of the Eastern Conference finals, whether or not it dooms their chances, as well as VAR, disallowed goals and a serviceable first leg for Portland against Sporting Kansas City.

Today we are joined by Atlanta rapper and Atlanta United supporter CJ Green. He came to NYC to boast, but not brag about Atlanta United's 3-0 lead against the New York Red Bulls. We also talk about how we can't escape more Jermaine Jones drama. Also, we just learned there's a certain snake in Philadelphia that is not particularly happy with The Cooligans at the moment. Segment 1: Superclasi-NO! Segment 2: Interview w/ ATL rapper CJ Green (IG: @cjgreentho) Sponsors: Northland Video: Want to get a soccer highlight video made for your child to help get them into a college soccer program or maybe a soccer academy? Go to northlandvideo.com! Away Days Football: Get yourself a Mystery Kit today at awaydaysfootball.com Use Promo Code "COOLIGANS" for 15% off. Follow us on Twitter! @notalexis @chrispolanco @soccercooligans @ogpodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gary is joined by a coach who is no stranger to studying cultures, Jess Ibrom. As a UEFA and USSF 'A' licensed coach, the game has taken him to UK, USA, New Zealand, Mexico and Cook Islands. He talks about how he has had to adapt and simplify his philosophy, but shares what the secret is to both. He also gives an insight to a recent study visit to Mexican professional team Pachuca and details their development systems compared to English and US programs. This culture podcast is brought to you by WorldStrides Excel.