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Atlanta United hires a New Coach Gonzalo Pineda from the Seattle Sounders. Fans get excited about our new Lille signing Luiz Araujo. Are we going to turn the corner and make a run for the playoffs? We talk about it all, including Messi going to PSG's farmer's league. Mike and Dave debate the Alan Franco's bulldozer play that offered Columbus Crew a lifeline.

We talk about the US Women's National team losing in the semifinals of the Olypmics vs Canada on a bad PK call. On the plus, our US Mens National team wins the Gold Cup with the "B" squad of MLS stars who put Mexico on notice. Will Tata get fired? Atlanta United take the lead over Orlando City FC, but can't close the deal. We talk about it all, including the hunt for a new head coach and some rumored inbound players during our transfer window.

Alexi and Mosse open the show, and with the USMNT’s win against Jamaica to put them in the Gold Cup semifinals, they debate what is more impressive: the win against Mexico in Nations league or making it to Gold Cup final with this “B” team (8:09) They talk Matt Turner vs. Zack Steffen in goal, Mexico being the overwhelming favorite, and Mosse riding the Qatar wave. The guys then talk MLS and detail Gabriel Heinze’s rough stint with Atlanta, how bad Inter Miami CF and Phil Neville are, and NYCFC’s stadium troubles. They discuss Olympic soccer and talk USWNT’s bounce back after a 3-0 loss to Sweden, recap men’s soccer, including Richarlison’s performances. (36:20). In #AskAlexi, fans ask about international parity, playing World Cup vs. Olympics, and the supposed feud between Mexico and CONCACAF. (51:06). Finally, Alexi caps the show with his “One for the Road” on his recent Tweet about the overuse of soccer jargon when discussing tactics (1:15:05). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week we talk about the unceremonious sacking of Atlanta United's head coach Gabriel Heinze after her violated player safety protocols (among other things). We also talk about Chicago Fire's rough day, the Cincinnati-Montreal goal blowout, and catch up on some Olympic and Gold Cup action.

The latest AFTN Soccer Show is out for another packed show of Vancouver Whitecaps, MLS, and international football chat.It felt like it may never happen again, but we've finally got another Whitecaps win to talk about! We pick over the bones of Vancouver's 2-1 come from behind win over the LA Galaxy on Saturday night. A game that ended an eight match winless run. We chat about all the highs and the lows, look ahead to the Houston game on Tuesday, talk incoming additions, and hear from head coach Marc Dos Santos.Looking around the rest of MLS, we talk about Toronto and Montreal returning back home to play games in Canada and what Vancouver can learn from them, we round up all the weekend's action in the Western and Eastern Conferences, the sacking of Gabriel Heinze in Atlanta, and we hear from Atlanta United's Darren Eales and Carlos Bocanegra about the decision.Moving onto the international stage, we turn our attention the Gold Cup. Canada have made the quarter-finals despite losing a closely fought affair with the US. Wee look back at that game and the road ahead, and hear the thoughts of both head coaches, Canada's John Herdman and America's Gregg Berhalter on the growing rivalry between the two sides.Here's the rundown for the main segments from the episode:02.27: Intro and football cards07.17: Whitecaps beat LA - with audio from MDS37.00: More Whitecaps chat including Houston preview58.20: MLS Week in Review - TFC and Montreal return home. Gabriel Heinze sacked in Atlanta, Western Conference round-up94.30: Canada v USA Gold Cup chat and rivalry discussion114.05: Wavelength - My Brother Woody - Don't Read The Chatboxes Beside Football Streams

The Sounders are lighting up the pitch and hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans along with Keely Dunning have lots of thoughts following a big win vs LAFC (1:37). They then discuss the versatility of this current Sounders roster (5:12) and why it's been such a big part of the squad's success so far. On the flip side, is this the last year in LAFC's championship window with their current team (7:47)? Then, time to turn the page with a preview of Atlanta United and a comparison between ATL ...

Alexi and Mosse open the show with a discussion with author Steven Mandis, who just released the book “What Happened to the U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team? (4:18). The guys then recap MLS headlines that include the Atlanta United’s win in front of 40k fans, FC Cincinnati loses in its stadium debut thanks to Gonzalo Higuaín, Chicharito keeps scoring, and LAFC struggles (20:08). They react to Barcelona losing out on La Liga title, Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid final matches, Serie A recap, Juventus’ Champions League hope, Chelsea’s struggles, Leicester City’s becoming an elite team, and Alisson’s heroic goal for Liverpool (47:20). The guys then look at Germany’s top four-fight, Dortmund’s season, American in UCL, and the League One title race. In #AskAlexi, fans ask about a New England Revolution rebrand and thoughts on Tim Tebow. Plus, our first audio question on Alexi’s perceived negativity on Twitter (1:11:05). Finally, Alexi caps the show with his “One for the Road,” where he discusses embracing the “Americanness” in our game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys take a deep dive for the 2nd time, and no we still have not become an ocean podcast, if that's even a thing. We are taking a more detailed look into each team in MLS for the upcoming season, with a breakdown of nine teams per episode. The teams for round 2 are; Atlanta United, NE Revolution, Portland Timbers, Real Salt Lake, Seattle Sounders, CF Montreal, Austin FC, DC United, and finally Nashville SC. For each team in the episode, ...

We discuss if Pulisic is better off moving to Bayern/Bundesliga and We talk to Tanner Tessmann about getting called up to USMNT quickly, choosing FC Dallas over Atlanta United because of youth development and his European plans. This episode is brought to you by the good people of Gully Squad. If you'd like to join gully squad, go to www.shoutstous.com to join! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Columbus Crew regular season is over, much like Drabby's lifespan. After check-in, the lads discuss the season finale against Atlanta United, including what a jerkface Escobar is. The lads also award their regular season MVP, Defender of the Year, and Kirk Urso Heart Awards. They answer YOUR questions of the week, including what Crew player would be their lawn boy. (HINT: It isn't Josh Williams, but also it is.) A new CONTINUING CHAMPION is crowned, and the previous one is dead. #Rest. Playoff predictions galore... it's ACES Radio!

Alexi and Mosse dive in on the Lionel Messi saga, including where things went wrong with Barcelona (06:30) and if Messi could make an appearance in Major League Soccer down the road. Then, the guys discuss a busy week of player demonstrations in MLS (31:40) and uncharted territory for LAFC and Atlanta United (44:35). Also, Real Salt Lake’s status, Weston McKennie’s move to Juventus and the talent pool for the USMNT are looked at in #AskAlexi (54:25). Finally, Alexi caps the show with his thoughts about the current generation of soccer player (1:18:26) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Soccer in America is happening right now with the NWSL Challenge Cup and the MLS is Back Tournament, even though it got off to a rocky start with a few teams having to withdraw from their respective tournaments. Both tournaments have been exciting though and we spend today's show talking about both with some incredible guests. NWSL Lead Reporter Marisa Pilla joins us to discuss the upcoming NWSL Challenge Cup Quarterfinals. Then we talk to Orlando City Designated Player Dom Dwyer from inside the bubble in Orlando. He talks about his new coach, the rivalry with Atlanta United, and how concerned he was about the injury to Inter Miami CB Andre Reyes. Sponsors: On The Volley Apparel: Get all your Cooligans merch at onthevolleyapparel.com/cooligans Gully Squad: If you'd like to support the podcast, you can do that by joining Gully Squad at soccercooligans.com and click on the menu to join. Get access to the Gully Squad slack channel + exclusive content + the official Cooligans pin! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Action packed show today as we are joined by so many guests! First we talk to Troopz and Robbie of Arsenal Fan TV and then we discuss Atlanta United with Felipe Cárdenas of The Athletic! Segment 1: Zlatan is a Jedi? + Tings get mad with @aftvmedia Segment 2: Interview w/ @felipecar of The Athletic Today's Sponsor SeatGeek // Download the Seatgeek app and use the promo code COOLIGANS for $10 off your first purchase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First off, we have to say thank you for all the kind messages we've received about the announcement of our new tv show on fuboTV. The outpouring of support has been overwhelming. Thank you especially to the Gully Squad members who help support the show and help us get to a place to even get such an incredible opportunity. Today we'll recap the US Open Final won by Atlanta United, paparazzi stalking Wayne Rooney, and a long overdue hiring of a black head coach in MLS. We also catch up with soccer journalist Charles Boehm (@cboehm) while in Orlando for MLS All-Star! Sign up for Gully Squad if you'd like to support the show and get access to exclusive content at soccercooligans.com/gullysquad! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steve Zakuani recaps the big win against defending MLS Cup champion Atlanta United, including the stellar goal from Raul Ruidíaz. He's joined in the second segment by Sounders standout Joevin Jones before giving his Big 3 Things heading into Sunday's rivalry match vs Portland.

Now that we're verified, we leave the champagne parties for a moment to review all of the first round CCL games. Atlanta United finally showing up. Brek Shea appropriating the left back position, Red Bulls rolling over a DR team, SKC winning over the Toluca fans, what MLS opening week matches we are looking forward to, and much more! Thank you to Gully Squad for making this bonus episode possible. If you'd like to hear more Cooligans episodes each week and help sponsor the show, check out soccercooligans.com/gullysquad Shouts to us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rog is joined by a slew of remarkable guests to celebrate Atlanta United's title winning season and look ahead to this year's campaign, Live from Mercedes Benz Stadium. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Gary is joined by Atlanta United Academy Director, Tony Annan. He shares his coaching philosophy and discusses the level of motivation that led him to assess himself and take his coaching to another level. Tony also talks about life at the MLS Champions academy, how they recruit players and coaches, and the advice he has for coaches who are looking at developing elite players.

Nick and Andrew talk the MLS Cup final, Atlanta's rise to the top and where each team goes from here, as well as talk about how Cincinnati and Vancouver are being (re)built after the Expansion Draft.

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

Rog and Davo recap one of the shock results of the season in Chelsea's defeat of Manchester City. Plus, Liverpool go top, Atlanta United win MLS Cup and the USWNT know their World Cup opponents. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rog talks with Bradley Wright-Phillips about his record breaking season, New York Red Bulls upcoming playoff clash with Atlanta United, and if he has to win MLS Cup to consider his career complete. 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 a week of upsets, with RSL routing LA as well as both New Yorks and Atlanta, of all people, losing on the road. We also talk about the Whitecaps of the East, Philadelphia, as well as the Whitecaps of the West, the Whitecaps.

Last week we discussed the controversial designated player, Ezequiel Barco of Atlanta United. This week we discussed who benefited from Barco's love affair. Andrew Carleton replaced him in the lineup, so we are asking the tough questions and backing it up with zero evidence! Segment 1: MLS All-Star + Trap Music = Turnt Up MLS Segment 2: Will Josef Martinez go down as the greatest player in MLS history? Sponsor: Go to lightstream.com/cooligans for a credit card consolidation loan. If you have high interest rate credit cards, go to Lightstream to help get out of debt. It's very easy to sign up and Cooligans listeners receive a lower interest rate! @notalexis @chrispolanco @soccercooligans @ogpodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Host Steve Zakuani recaps the successful road trip and previews Seattle’s upcoming clash against Atlanta United. Atlanta midfielder Darlington Nagbe joins the podcast to discuss the Atlanta fan base and how his role on the team fits his style of play more than it did in Portland.

It's a birthday brunch episode! Alexis & Christian are celebrating their birthdays with Susannah Collins and Jillian Sakovits of MLS. You've seen Susannah and Jillian regularly on mlssoccer.com or during Atlanta United broadcasts. These ladies are also besties and we brought them on the show together because we are also besties and there is nothing better than a bestie brunch with the gals! Segment 1: Birthday Boyz Segment 2: Interview w/ @SusannahCollins & @JillianSakovits of MLS Segment 3: Stir Frei Sponsored By: Away Days Football: Get yourself a Mystery Kit today at awaydaysfootball.com Use Promo Code "COOLIGANS" for 15% off. @notalexis @chrispolanco @soccercooligans @ogpodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Well what a jam-packed week of news it's been in North American soccer. So much happened and only two hours to talk about it all! We look at the latest happenings in the Vancouver Whitecaps camp as we talk formations, transfer talk, and more. Plus we look at the big news around MLS surrounding Cyle Larin, Atlanta United, LAFC, and Friday's upcoming SuperDraft. We also take a look at John Herdman's appointment as Canadian men's national team head coach, David Clanachan's appointment as the first commissioner of the Canadian Premier League, look at the top five Whitecaps goals in MLS, talk take out food with Robert Earnshaw, and the Manic Street Preachers feature in this week's Wavelength section. Have a listen!

Columbus Crew's days might be numbered, but we try to find some solutions on today's episode as we are joined by politician and comedian Travis Irvine. We met Travis doing stand-up comedy in NYC, but he recently moved back to Ohio to run for office. Yes, that is real. He even has a documentary about the whole thing on Amazon Prime Video. Travis is also a huge Columbus Crew fan, so we try to figure out what in the world owner Anthony Precourt is doing to this club. Segment 1: Atlanta United is Don Garber's favorite child. Segment 2: Interview with Travis Irvine (@TravisIrvineUSA) Segment 3: WE TALKIN' PLAYOFFS! MATCHES: ATL v TOR POR v VAN SEA v COL HOU v CHI SJ v MIN Sponsored by SeatGeek. Go to seatgeek.com or the SeatGeek app and use the promo code "COOLIGANS" for $20 off your first order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Pablo Maurer on the show this week! Pablo is a writer and photographer who covered DC United for several years and still covers MLS from time to time. We first heard of Pablo on Twitter (@MLSist) and were so taken aback that as a journalist, he was so damn funny and we had to get him on the show. Segment 1: Villa Maravilla en España, but Giovinco has to stay in Canada! Segment 2: Interview with Pablo Maurer (@MLSist) Segment 3: MLS Rivalry Week Matches: SEA v POR LA v SJ PHI v ATL MTL v TOR RBNY v NYC COOLIGANS T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE NOW AT ONTHEVOLLEYAPPAREL.COM! USE PROMO CODE "COOLIGANS" FOR 20% OFF ON ALL GEAR! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode #30: -John Kincade on Atlanta United's early success -Jason Longshore with an ATL/Philly preview -your questions, comments, and rambling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are joined by Atlanta United rookie Julian Gressel! Atlanta United have been an incredibly exciting expansion team in MLS and Julian has had a major role in that. He was drafted 8th in MLS Superdraft and has quickly risen atop many of the MLS rookies. He has also earned the trust of one of the most storied and experienced managers in the world, Tata Martino. When you can earn the trust of a guy who once coached Lionel Messi, you're probably doing something right. Segment 1: Kei Kamara TruSox Scandal, The Billboard read round the world, Is $4 Billion dollars worth Pro/Rel? Segment 2: Interview w/ Julian Gressel (@JulianGressel) Segment 3: MLS & Gold Cup matches COOLIGANS T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE NOW AT ONTHEVOLLEYAPPAREL.COM! USE PROMO CODE "COOLIGANS" FOR 20% OFF ON ALL GEAR! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recapping Crew SC vs Atlanta United Eff Semens, Recapping Crew SC at Minnesota United Eff Semens, Cracking the Code, Man Balls of The Week Celebrity Guest Neil Sika stops by the show to talk about things, and also about stuff. Who smells better: Dwight Burgess or Chris Doran? Tune in to find out. Battle for The Grand Prize, Prediction Scores, Prediction Updates, Crewzers vs Bye Week FC, HangOnTour, the AGS Attack War, and so much fucking more.

We just learned that Borussia Dortmund's team bus suffered an attack by explosive and after we learned that no life was lost and there were no serious injuries, our obvious question was, "Is Pulisic okay?" Lil baby Pulisic has to be happy and healthy so he can help America win a World Cup. Segment 1: Jealousy in soccer, Dortmund attack, MLS match breakdown: TOR v ATL 2-2 SKC v COL 3-1 PHI v POR 1-3 ORLvNY Segment 2: (58:40) Interview with Alicia Rose DelGallo (@OSAliciaD) of the Orlando Sentinel **We have a new weekly series on Youtube called "FIFA The News" which you should watch on our channel youtube.com/soccercooligans. New episodes every Friday. @notalexis @chrispolanco @soccercooligans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bastian Schweinsteiger is coming to MLS! He will be joining the Chicago Fire and some people are saying this is a bad decision because he's too old and those people are right. Some people are also saying he won't help the team, and they would be wrong. It's going to be great for the Fire and the MLS to have Basti out there. Let's just hope he can keep up with David Accam during training. ATL v CHI, 4-0 - Josef Martinez is the best player in MLS, soft red card on Johan Kapelhoff COL v MIN, 2-2 - Minnesota gets a point! SEA v RBNY, 3-1 Joevin to Nico to Jordan, VAN v TFC, 0-2 - Brek Shea red for dissent, Victor Vazquez first goal for TFC POR v HOU, 4-2 - Two handballs from Beasley & Chara, Romell Quioto, Another Valeri header Brek Shea **We have a new weekly series on Youtube called "FIFA The News" which you should watch on our channel youtube.com/soccercooligans. New episodes every Friday. @notalexis @chrispolanco @soccercooligans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices