The Cooligans

Pablo Maurer of The Athletic joins Christian to recap his experience at The Soccer Tournament, discuss Inter Miami's future, and look back on Zlatan Ibrahimovic's incredible career! Alexis is in Istanbul to "cover the Champions League final" (we're pretty sure he's getting a hair transplant), so we're thrilled to get a boots-on-the-ground report of TST from The Athletic's Pablo Maurer! He gives his insight into the million-dollar competition and share the souvenirs he managed to take with him. We also break down Inter Miami's decision to sack Phil Neville and how it affects their prospects of landing Lionel Messi, discuss FC Cincinnati's dominance in MLS, touch on Club Leon winning CCL, and share our favorite moments from the legendary career of Zlatan Ibrahimovic. You won't want to miss this packed episode! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're honored to be joined by USMNT and Fulham FC defender, Tim Ream! Tim joins the Cooligans to discuss taking part in the upcoming Premier League summer series, the struggles of being promoted or relegated in five consecutive years, and missing the end of the EPL season due to injury (including how badly he wanted to stay in the game with a broken arm.) Christian and Alexis also recap Sevilla's record-setting seventh Europa League victory and break down the crazy interactions between ultras and players in MLS following last night's debacle at Yankee Stadium. We hope the tensions don't escalate any further, but it would make for some incredible fan footage! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There's so much to talk about from the final day of the Premier League and Bundesliga seasons, but the Toffees' victory is clearly the biggest story in Blangola! Everton will be playing EPL football next season! The past eight months may have taken five years off of Christian's life expectancy, but they were all worth it. The Cooligans analyze all the action from Matchday 38 with a specific focus on Everton's 1-0 win over Bournemouth and Leeds' defeat against Tottenham. We also look back at Borussia Dortmund's heartbreaking result versus Mainz and debate how big of a problem Bayern Munich's 11th consecutive title is for the Bundesliga. Even the 33-time league champs will get bored of winning at some point, right? All this an more on a special Memorial Day edition of The Cooligans! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2022/23 club season is coming to an end, but there are still plenty of off-the-pitch storylines to discuss! The racism displayed by La Liga fans towards Vinicius Jr. this year has been absolutely appalling. Even the league's leadership is siding with the racists now! Christian and Alexis break down all the drama coming out of Spain and condemn the treatment of Real Madrid's Brazilian starlet. We also discuss fitness influencer Joey Swoll's reaction to Mykhailo Mudryk's immature gym video, Jose Mourinho's comments about his time at Tottenham, and preview the Championship Playoff Final with a little help from our friends at The Underdogs podcast. Unlike Producer Miguel, they actually know what they're talking about when it comes to gambling! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A new champion may have already been crowned in England, but there are still plenty of trophies to be awarded on mainland Europe! Arsenal's loss to Nottingham Forest means Manchester City are Premier League champions yet again! The Citizens have won the EPL in three consecutive seasons and five of the last six, so is it time to start asking questions about how boring the English top flight has become? Plus, Christian and Alexis break down BVB's chances at winning the Bundesliga and give Serie A its flowers for producing a participant in all three European finals. We also discuss the new club in San Diego and look back at the best action from the MLS weekend! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's been a massive few days for American soccer, with a new striker pledging his future to the national team, the first mid-week action of the MLS season, and another women's league to rival the NWSL! Rumors have been swirling for weeks about Arsenal loanee Folarin Balogun committing to the USMNT, and it's finally been made official. Christian and Alexis analyze what this decision means for America's future and debate whether it will motivate his competitors for the no. 9 shirt. We also recap the UCL semifinal victories for Inter Milan and Manchester City, whip around Wednesday night's MLS matches, touch on Ivan Toney's gambling suspension, and break down the announcement of the USL Super League. Will a challenger to the NWSL really be good for the women's game, or can it only sew more confusion into a crowded landscape? Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A packed weekend of high-pressure matches saw incredible action across England, Spain, and the United States! The 2022/23 campaign is wrapping up across the European continent, which means every game will be absolutely crucial over the next few weeks. The Cooligans break down all of last weekend's biggest matchups, including Aston Villa's victory over Tottenham, Arsenal's loss to Brighton that all but crowned Manchester City champs, and the emotional derby between Barcelona and Espanyol. Plus, we analyze the most shocking results from MLS Rivalry Week and wonder why NYCFC plays so much worse on the road in our first episode under the official flag of Blangola. Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Ryan Ruiz of Le Batard Show joins the Cooligans to give his latest update on the Lionel Messi transfer saga! There's no bigger story in world football than Leo Messi's potential next transfer, so we called on the most plugged-in member of the Meadowlark family to give us the facts. Christian and Alexis also recap the Champions League semi-final first legs, analyze the rumors of a new home for NYCFC, and poke fun at the violence between Toronto FC and CF Montreal supporters. I guess our friends to the north aren't as nice as they're rumored to be! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Both the Premier League and MLS saw some incredible matches and shocking results over the weekend! There was great action at the top and bottom of the EPL table over the weekend, but not much changed in terms of positioning. The Cooligans break down all the action from the English top flight and ask if there will be serious ramifications from Ilkay Gundogan's missed penalty. Plus, we analyze Sporting Kansas City's first win of the season and discuss the managerial departures from New York Red Bulls and Chicago Fire. Did Gerhard Struber or Ezra Hendrickson actually leave their club amicably? I think we all know the answer to that one! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lionel Messi is in a standoff with PSG's biggest fans, Erling Haaland is the new Premier League scoring king, and this weekend's MLS action should be incredible! There's so much to talk about on the latest episode of the Cooligans! Christian and Alexis discuss all these stories and more from the world of soccer, plus a FLAMING HOT TAKE about Carrie Underwood and Anne Hathaway. Why do these women have Alexis so heated? There's no reason for him to be so Les Miserables 😉 Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

No other team in the Premier League could've botched the end of Sunday's match like Tottenham! The weekend's contest between Spurs and Liverpool was one of the most dramatic of the 2022/23 season! Seven goals, manager injuries, and testy press conferences were only a few of the moments that made headlines from the match. The Cooligans are finally back together for a birthday celebration to discuss the thrilling clash and give their thoughts on Jurgen Klopp's postgame comments. Plus, we break down the Premier League relegation battle, Melanie Barcenas' NWSL debut, and more! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Manchester City are now the frontrunners to win the league! It’s been coming over the past few weeks, but City have finally caught up to Arsenal in the quest for the Premier League crown. Pep Guardiola and his side are simply playing at a higher level than their opponents right now. David Gass of MLS Extra Time joins the Cooligans to break down the presumed title-deciding contest and check in with Alexis to get his thoughts from Manchester. We also discuss Taty Castellanos’ four-goal performance against Real Madrid, preview the upcoming weekend’s MLS action, and touch on other top stories in American soccer! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Gunners keep dropping crucial points in their quest to finally reclaim the EPL title! Aaron Ramsdale’s massive error and a lack of urgency from the opening whistle held Arsenal to a single point against Southampton on Friday, and the league leaders were lucky to come away with that! What’s gone wrong for the young Gunners and how can they turn things around as the season winds down? Christine Cupo of CBS Sports joins the Cooligans to wallow in Alexis’ pity as he reflects on the draw, and also discuss Newcastle’s thumping of Tottenham, the FA Cup semi-finals, and more! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Three of the league’s most famous teams are struggling mightily this season! New York Red Bulls, LA Galaxy, and Sporting Kansas City have had difficult starts to their 2023 MLS campaigns. Fan protests, racism accusations, and overall on-field incompetence are just a few of the headline-grabbing controversies that are negatively affecting these sides. David Gass of MLS Extra Time joins the Cooligans to break down all of the MLS craziness and review the other biggest results from Matchweek 8! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Manchester City are gaining on Arsenal to sit atop the EPL table! Another weekend, another round of shocking results in the Premier League. Christine Cupo of CBS Sports sits down with the Cooligans to discuss the biggest headlines, including Arsenal’s draw with West Ham, City’s continued dominance, and the fantastic battle for survival at the opposite end of the standings. Plus, we touch on some of last week’s Champions League matchups and other top stories from around the continent! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Christian and Alexis didn't have to fanboy over her in the street this time! OL Reign and USWNT star, Bethany Balcer, joins the Cooligans for a hilarious interview ahead of the 2023 NWSL season. She discusses the infamous 2019 NWSL Rookie of the Year award, her relationship with Megan Rapinoe, and the one team she would never play for. Plus, Christian and Alexis try to give Bethany a new nickname. Not sure this one is going to stick. Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're going back in the time machine for this episode of the Cooligans! Comedian, Ian Edwards, joined Christian for an in-studio interview that took place during the Chelsea-Borussia Dortmund UCL match back in March. Check out the guys' (slightly belated) reaction to the contest, as well as Ian's thoughts on Manchester United, the financial power of the Premier League, and the improvement in MLS' quality. Will he finally admit to being a fan of the league? Tune in to find out! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Week 6 of the MLS season was filled with some incredible action! There were some great matches around the league over the weekend and the Cooligans are here to cover all of them. We delve into the battle for LA as both teams fight for regional supremacy, analyze St. Louis City's first loss of the season, and question if Jordan Morris could make a return to the USMNT. MLS broadcaster and former Le Batard Show producer, Chris Wittyngham, joins Alexis to discuss all these topics and more! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chelsea are looking for their third manager of the season! The Blues sacked Graham Potter after another embarrassing defeat at the hands of Aston Villa. What does this mean for ownership's relationship with the fans and who will be the next man on the touchline at Stamford Bridge? Christine Cupo of CBS Sports joins the Cooligans to discuss this, Arsenal's domination over Leeds, and other top stories from the Premier League. Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MLS Matchweek 5 was easily the craziest of the season so far! There were so many incredible headlines from Saturday's MLS action, including Jordan Morris scoring four goals and Denis Bouanga traveling halfway across the planet to win the match for LAFC. The Cooligans debate which teams fared best during the international break, and also highlight the top stories from the opening weekend of the NWSL campaign! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why are so many of the world's best managers getting sacked?!?! Antonio Conte and Julian Nagelsmann were the latest high-profile coaching casualties after being sacked by Tottenham and Bayern Munich last week. What is causing these massive clubs to make such bold changes in the middle of the season? Will it become a more popular trend in the future? The Cooligans break down the managerial merry-go-round and discuss other top stories from the international break! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Christian Pulisic finally broke his silence on the Berhalter vs. Reyna saga. The USMNT captain didn't hold back when speaking to ESPN about the drama surrounding US Soccer. Christian and Alexis weigh in on Pulisic's comments and debate how they will affect the rest of the team. They also discuss Thiago Almada's meteoric rise to stardom and other top stories from Week 3 of the MLS season! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tottenham Hotspurs manager, Antonio Conte, did not hold back in his post-match press conference on Saturday. The Italian gaffer has been known to be emotional on the touchline, but this outburst showed a whole new level of frustration. What does it mean for Conte's future at the club and how will it affect the rest of Tottenham's season? Alexis is back as the Cooligans discuss this, Fulham's FA Cup collapse against Manchester United, and other top stories from around English football. Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The new developments in the Reyna vs. Berhalter saga are insane! American soccer looks like even more of a circus than usual following the latest reports about Claudio Reyna's behavior and comments. What does it mean for Gio, Gregg Berhalter, and the rest of the USMNT? Creator of This Week in MLS, Eli Lesser, joins the Cooligans as they give their takes on all the craziness and also dive into Week 3 of the MLS season! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BBC took some serious heat over the weekend. BBC made headlines by suspending Gary Lineker from Match of the Day for his comments about the British government. Was the punishment too extreme? What's next for the legendary pundit? Comedian, Andy Haynes, joins the Cooligans discuss this drama, plus the biggest on-the-pitch stories from the weekend's Premier League action! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why do teams keep gifting goals to St. Louis City SC? MLS' newest expansion franchise can't stop winning, but it seems like their opponents might be trying to help. MLS Season Pass studio host, Jillian Sakovits, joins the Cooligans to discuss SLSC's good fortune, plus Giorgio Chiellini's first MLS goal, new ownership in Nashville, and the inaugural edition of 5-a-side. Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Manchester United got embarrassed by Liverpool over the weekend. The Red Devils were no match for Mo Salah and Liverpool during Sunday's 7-0 drubbing at Anfield. What does this mean for the remainder of the EPL season and how will Manchester United bounce back? Christine Cupo of CBS Sports joins the Cooligans to discuss this, plus other top stories from the weekend's Serie A action. Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There is so much to talk about from MLS opening weekend. How did St. Louis City pull out the victory? Is Thiago Almada the league's next big star? What does Lorenzo Insigne's injury mean for Toronto FC? David Gass of MLS Extra Time joins the Cooligans to discuss these topics and more! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Graham Potter should be the Chelsea manager through the end of the year The fans are all #potterout and yet, if you really think about it, there's no benefit for Chelsea owner, Todd Boehly, to sack Graham Potter now. Also, Arsenal keep rolling forward! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MLS new playoffs format is going to cause injuries. Does anyone like this new playoff format? Teams and players are not going to like this. We break it all down! Let us know what you think. Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We all saw Emi's heroics with Argentina in the World Cup. But has he taken it too far at Aston Villa? Unai Emery believes so! Emi Martinez was seen in qualifying as getting in the heads of the opponents but in the premier league this past weekend against Arsenal his antics have left his manager, Unai Emery, saying "It's embarrassing for me" after Emi ran up on a corner and left the goal wide open allowing Gabriel Marinelli to score Arsenal's 4th goal of the game. I'm sure Aston Villa fans are just as embarrassed and Arsenal fans are less so. How'd you feel about it? Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How does this MLS club still exist?!?! MLS club values have risen an insane amount in the last few years, and even more with AppleTV+ deal. But some clubs are still trailing behind... HOW?!?! Who do you think is MLS most valuable club? Wait till you find out which MLS club has risen the most in value! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

VAR is so bad that a ref is getting fired over it. Why have this technology is it's not going to be used correctly. What happens now? Is that goal retroactively taken away from Brentford and are Arsenal given the correct points? Do Arsenal just walk away knowing they've been screwed? Do you think the game is better with VAR? Let us know! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

USMNT may be looking for a new head coach and Jesse Marsch might be our best option. Some will want someone like Marcelo Bielsa or Rafa Benitez, some will want Gregg Berhalter to stay in the job, but many are now saying that Jesse Marsch, who was recently sacked as manager of Leeds United in the Premier League, may be the perfect option for the USMNT. But is he progress, or more of the same? Let us know what you think. Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Football presenter Michael Timbs is visiting NYC all the way from London and came by the studio after Arsenal's surprising loss to Everton in the Premier League and we discuss if Arsenal's chances of winning the league are in doubt. We also chat about his incredible career in football media, and his newest venture into F1 racing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney were ALL OVER espn for Wrexham's FA Cup match This has MLS fans wondering why they never cared about MLS this much. Should MLS fans care? MLS has moved on to AppleTV+ and MLS fans shouldn't be concerned with what's going on at espn. Or does this strike at the heart that ESPN hurt their own investment by not doing this same marketing approach for MLS when they had the rights? Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

At one point Pep could do no wrong, now it seems like something is missing. Joao Cancelo leaving on loan would've been seen as impossible only a few months ago. Everything changed with the arrival of Haaland and a new system or is there something deeper with what is going on? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gio Reyna sent a strong message to Gregg Berhalter and US Soccer after scoring a worldie for Dortmund in Bundesliga. What exactly did it mean and what is the outcome of this? Also, MLS is heating up as preseason matches start soon. Who needs help and who looks like they're ready to compete? Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Everton should've fired Frank Lampard faster. The real secret to Arsenal's success and why every other club should envy it Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With recent sales, MLS is proving they are a player in the global transfer market. Fans want to see incoming player purchases, absolutely! Owners want to see outbound player sales, obviously. Does MLS have the right balance? Let's see who has been recently sold and who we think is next. What clubs are in trouble with a lack of depth? MLS Preseason games start this week! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Premier league fans have gone TOO FARR We break down the most violent clashed fans have had with front office, and players this past week and how to curb the violence in football. If only they handled it like Shakira handled Pique... we react to Shakira x BZRP session "freestyle" and how Pique is handling the situation over on King's League Also, count how many times Alexis brings up that Arsenal are still top of the league. Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MLS Season Pass on Apple TV+ has the potential to change the way soccer is viewed all over the world. In fact, it can be viewed all over the world... but will people sign up. It's a big risk for Apple and MLS because if this succeeds, it's revolutionary, however, there is more soccer available on TV and streaming now more than ever so maybe some people turn off to MLS completely and just follow another league? Should fringe-mainstream leagues like USL, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, etc take this opportunity to fill that gap left by MLS? Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Should we judge Gareth Bale for the end of his career? Yes, Gareth Bale won everything there is to win at the club level, but his career ended with him sitting not playing on purpose. His loan back to Tottenham was a failure. Even his time in MLS was unremarkable until the absolute last second when he scored to help LAFC win MLS Cup. Did he win enough or could he have done more? Who Are The Cooligans? The Cooligans are two new york latino stand up comedians who love soccer/football/futbol/calcio and do live streams, podcasts, and youtube content around the sport. Imagine if you walked into the best comedy club in New York City and two comedians on stage were talking about the sport you love. Thats the Cooligans. Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is Ronaldo done? Will you still be watching? Should we respect Al-Nassr FC more or is this exactly what we all think it is: a big money move to end a career and a place where Ronaldo will be treated as a god? Also, how close was Ronaldo to joining Sporting Kansas City in MLS? Would you have wanted Ronaldo in MLS? Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This may have been the greatest World Cup final of all time, if not the greatest GAME of all time. We break down the game, talk about Messi's legacy, and what's next for Mbappe. Thanks to everyone who's been with us for this World Cup. We're taking a break but we will be back January 3rd. Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The World Cup Final is SET! The Cooligans discuss France's win over Morocco, and preview their match up with Argentina. Also Alex Pavone joins the show to talk about Canadian soccer, and gambling on Soccer. Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Messi showed why he's one of the greatest of all time today as Argentina moves passed Croatia with a decisive win. The Cooligan's talk about how hard it is to defend Messi, and weather he's got a better shot against France or Morocco. Plus the Cooligans break down the recent controversy between Gio Reyna and Greg Berhalter, and try to figure out whose to blame. Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Football is NOT coming home! The Cooligans break down England's tough loss, Morocco's unlikely run, and Messi's new attitude. We've also released an episode honoring our friend Grant Wahl which can be found in our feed. Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Cooligans reflect on the passing of their good friend, soccer journalist Grant Wahl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Both games ending in penalties? Brazil out of the World Cup? We've never seen a quarterfinal day this crazy. The Cooligans break down Brazil vs Croatia and Argentina vs Netherlands + new soccer superfan (and currently Ana on A League Of Their Own) Lil Frex joins the show to talk about her new soccer fandom. Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices