On today's podcast we talk to Matthew Doyle of mlssoccer.com. You've definitely seen Matthew as MLS Analyst in the Analyst's Den. Matthew knows everything about MLS, so we obviously spend a lot of time talking to him about food. Segment 1: Soccer Birthday Boys MLS Breakdown: SEA v NE RBNY v CHI ATL v DC CLB v NYC TODAY'S EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY HOWLER MAGAZINE subscribe at shop.howlermagazine.com and use promo code "COOLIGANS" FOR 20% OFF **We have a new weekly series on Youtube called "FIFA The...
May 03, 2017•1 hr 47 min•Ep. 95
If you don't know what the hell is going on with Promotion & Relegation in US Soccer, this is the episode for you. We talk to journalist Nipun Chopra of Soctakes.com and Fourfourtwo.com. Nipun covers the lower leagues of American soccer. Homey knows his stuff. Laugh and learn as two comedians talk about some real ish of the state of American footy. Segment 1: NY Fest Stories! Trevor Noah! Michael Rappaport! [Your Favorite Celebrity]! Segment 2: Nipun Chopra Interview (@nipunchopra7) Segment ...
Apr 26, 2017•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 94
The MLS has announced the opponent for the MLS All-Star game! It's the unknown mid-table club from La Liga, Real Madrid. Yes, we know it's quite an obscure choice, but we are still pretty excited. We will try our best to get the All-Star game this year and we hope we get to meet the Ronaldo bust! Segment 1: MLS All-Star game + Timmy Howard gets detention MLS Breakdown: PHI v NYC, MTL v ATL, ORL v LA, CLB v TOR Break: Go to onthevolleyapparel.com for great soccer inspired gear. Use promo code "CO...
Apr 19, 2017•1 hr•Ep. 93
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...
Apr 12, 2017•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 92
Is it true? Could it be possible that after one season in the Premier League, Zlatan Ibrahimovic is actually coming to MLS? According to FOX Deportes, this is already a done deal. Everyone is skeptical, but we want to believe this is happening. Zlatan will be in MLS this summer, and according to FOX Deportes, he is also bringing Santa and the Easter Bunny with him! Segment 1: Zlatan is coming to America, Bastian receives the worst question ever. MLS Matches: Chicago Fire v Montreal Impact NYCFC ...
Apr 05, 2017•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 91
The USMNT delivered a clear message to the rest of CONCACAF that Jurgen Klinsmann was not a good step-dad and Bruce Arena is our real dad. USA defeated Honduras 6-0 and now all is well and we no longer have to worry about America making the World Cup, right? Segment 1: USA v HON + MLS will tell you what to do with your international break! Break: Go to onthevolleyapparel.com for great soccer inspired gear. Use promo code "COOLIGANS" for 20% off and you will be helping support our show! Segment 2...
Mar 29, 2017•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 90
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 - ...
Mar 22, 2017•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 89
Journalist Paul Tenorio (Chicago Fire Sideline Reporter, Four Four Two) joins us for today's show to discuss the new Chicago Fire that has been impressive in the beginning of the MLS Season. We also discuss exactly how awful is Minnesota United, because they have allowed 11 goals in 2 matches, so there might be cause for concern. Segment 1: NYCFC Home opener at Yankee Stadium + THE GREATEST MEME EVER! Segment 2: Paul Tenorio Interview (@PaulTenorio) fourfourtwo.com/us Segment 3: Cooligans Corner...
Mar 15, 2017•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 88
The MLS has returned to our lives and we welcome it back with open arms. We discuss all the big matches from the opening weekend. Two new expansion teams have joined the league and we're quickly shown what this league is all about. We get all riled up about the new season, all while trying to not get arrested. Segment 1: MLS is back and there's a lot to be excited about and a few things to be ashamed of. Break: Go to onthevolleyapparel.com for great soccer inspired gear. Use promo code "COOLIGAN...
Mar 08, 2017•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 87
Today on The Cooligans we celebrate the return of MLS with none other than the New England Revolution striker, Juan Agudelo. We discuss the upcoming season, USMNT Camp Cupcake, and how the MLS All-Star Game could use a little bit of personality. Segment 1: Def Cooligans Poetry featuring Mix Diskerud Segment 2: Juan Agudelo Interview Segment 3: Cooligans Corner JOIN OUR MLS FANTASY LEAGUE. FIND LINK AT SOCCERCOOLIGANS.COM $100 CASH AND PRIZES TO THE WINNER. FREE TO PLAY **We have a new weekly ser...
Mar 01, 2017•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 86
Christian went to LA, and Alexis is dealing with his monthly flu, but we couldn't cancel this week's episode! Our studio is not safe to record, so Christian is calling in this week to talk about the soccer landscape in Los Angeles. Also, the MLS season is just 9 days away and we are itching with anticipation! JOIN OUR MLS FANTASY LEAGUE. FIND LINK AT SOCCERCOOLIGANS.COM $100 CASH AND PRIZES TO THE WINNER. FREE TO PLAY **We have a new weekly series on Youtube called "FIFA The News" which you shou...
Feb 22, 2017•49 min•Ep. 85
On today's show we talk to Andy Winner of MLS Fantasy. He is our MLS Fantasy guru and he will be a part of the Cooligans Fantasy league. This initially sounded like a good idea, but then we realized he might just destroy us all. Regardless, there will be $100 and some awesome prizes on the line. JOIN NOW MY DUDE! Go to soccercooligans.com to join. Segment 1: Barcelona humiliated by PSG! Segment 2: Andy Winner lets us know what's new in MLS Fantasy for 2017 Segment 3: Cooligans Corner! JOIN OUR M...
Feb 15, 2017•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 84
The Cooligans believe in spreading positivity and joy so we did the obvious thing when we found a footballer's wedding registry on the internet, so we purchased him and his wife a fruit bowl. It's the least we could do! Segment 1: Let The Cooligans plan your wedding! Segment 2: MLS Fashion Week JOIN OUR MLS FANTASY LEAGUE. FIND LINK AT SOCCERCOOLIGANS.COM $100 CASH AND PRIZES TO THE WINNER. FREE TO PLAY **We have a new weekly series on Youtube called "FIFA The News" which you should watch on our...
Feb 08, 2017•59 min•Ep. 83
The MLS is growing and no one can stop it. The MLS just took its final bids for the remaining four spots. Now that the league is hot, every city wants an MLS team. These cities is thirsty for some American soccer, but it will be too little too late for 8 of the 12 bidders. Segment 1: Bruuuuuuuuuce Arena is back and not looking much like a BOSS. Segment 2: Your city may be getting a soccer team. Get used to it! **We have a new weekly series on Youtube called "FIFA The News" which you should watch...
Feb 01, 2017•48 min•Ep. 82
We have never pretended to be journalists in the world of soccer. We are stand-up comedians who love footy and want to talk about it all day and laugh forever. Are there funnier soccer podcasts out there? We don't think so! So enjoy another fun one y'all! Segment 1: Deuce has returned to practice for the Sounders and China is after our Italians! Segment 2: Arsene Wenger will push it real good. **We have a new weekly series on Youtube called "FIFA The News" which you should watch on our channel y...
Jan 25, 2017•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 81
Dax McCarty is leaving the New York Red Bulls and going to the Chicago Fire. The Red Bulls have parted ways with their captain for $400,000. This was a very surprising decision and all of the MLS was stunned. So were we! All the teams have more TAM and GAM and they are ballin outta control. Segment 1: MLS Draft Recap! Segment 2: Is Pep gonna be okay? **We have a new weekly series on Youtube called "FIFA The News" which you should watch on our channel youtube.com/soccercooligans. New episodes eve...
Jan 18, 2017•52 min•Ep. 80
It's been announced that every country will be playing in the World Cup. Keep an eye on the team sheet in 2026 because you might be on the squad. Well, not exactly. The World Cup will be expanding to 48 teams. Everybody hates it. FIFA loves it for obviou$ reasons. We talk all about it. Segment 1: What's happening in the MLS offseason? Segment 2: YOU GET A WORLD CUP! YOU GET A WORLD CUP! WE ALL GET A WORLD CUP! **We have a new weekly series on Youtube called "FIFA The News" which you should watch...
Jan 11, 2017•54 min•Ep. 79
American soccer gets a bad rap. Very undeservedly so. American soccer does not have the 100 year foundation of passionate soccer fandom, so we have to work with what we have. The American game has to be built from within so we have anointed ourselves the disciples of American soccer. We will force in conversation about MLS and American soccer in our daily lives and we don't care how many friends we lose! We're on Patreon! If you like this podcast or any of the videos we make, please consider sup...
Jan 04, 2017•56 min•Ep. 78
The Bob Bradley era in England has been short lived. He's been let go just 11 games after becoming the first American manager in the Premier League. Some people are saying Bob Bradley is to blame for Swansea's failures and those people would be wrong. Bobby B is a hero and he will be welcomed back with a parade in New Jersey! Segment 1: Reminiscing about The Cooligans in 2016, and MLS opening day schedules have been introduced! Break: On The Volley Apparel **USE PROMO CODE "COOLIGANS" FOR 30% OF...
Dec 28, 2016•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 77
The MLS is over and we are admittedly a bit sad. We reminisce about the season for a bit and then talk Premier League. Everton loses to Liverpool in a stoppage time heartbreaker deliver by Sadio Mané. Arsenal loses to Manchester City, but not before having a candle light vigil for Ilkay Gündoğan's knee. ONE BIG SEGMENT TODAY! We're on Patreon! If you like this podcast or any of the videos we make, please consider supporting by becoming a Patron. Patreon allows you to support our work by giving a...
Dec 21, 2016•44 min•Ep. 76
We give some more analysis of the MLS Cup Final between Toronto FC and the Seattle Sounders. We attended the game as part of the press so we are officially a part of the MLS Illuminati. Hear about all the inner workings of the most sinister league on the planet! Segment I: MLS Cup reaction from the stands Segment II: Expansion draft and EPL We're on Patreon! If you like this podcast or any of the videos we make, please consider supporting by becoming a Patron. Patreon allows you to support our w...
Dec 14, 2016•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 75
The Cooligans attended the MLS Cup as members of the media and got an insider look at how Major League soccer's biggest game is put together. From delivering questions to players at training all the way to celebrating with the Sounders on the pitch after they hoisted the cup. A truly special experience and we talk all about it. We're on Patreon! If you like this podcast or any of the videos we make, please consider supporting by becoming a Patron. Patreon allows you to support our work by giving...
Dec 12, 2016•27 min•Ep. 74
Segment I: - Brilliant Idiots with Andrew Schulz and Charlamagne The God - Montreal Trip - MLS Cup Break: Mack Weldon, use 'COOLIGANS' to get 20% off the most comfortable underwear in the world Segment II: (43:40) - El Clasico - El Smashico (Chelsea v City) - Alexis Sanchez Best Player in Premier League? - Everton leaves you wanting more We're on Patreon! If you like this podcast or any of the videos we make, please consider supporting by becoming a Patron. Patreon allows you to support our work...
Dec 07, 2016•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 73
Jimmy Conrad sits down with the Cooligans, live at Upper 90 Brooklyn brought to you by Mack Weldon and libations provided by Braven Brewery, for a hilarious and no-holds-barred discussion on the state of US Soccer, USMNT, MLS, etc. If you like and/or are frustrated by American soccer, this is the episode for you. Subscribe to Jimmy's Youtube Channel for some great soccer content at youtube.com/thejimmyconrad Sponsored by Mack Weldon Underwear - USE PROMO CODE "COOLIGANS" FOR 20% OFF We're on Pat...
Nov 30, 2016•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 72
The Cooligans took an MLS road trip to Montreal to see the first leg of what we call the Canada Clasico. Montreal against Toronto FC. 61,000 fans filled the Olympic Stadium to watch this match. Montreal was Le Lit for one night. Hear us talk about the entire experience. We're on Patreon! If you like this podcast or any of the videos we make, please consider supporting by becoming a Patron. Patreon allows you to support our work by giving a small monthly donation. Patrons will have access to excl...
Nov 23, 2016•43 min•Ep. 71
Well, it happened! Donald Trump has been elected president of the United States. What does this mean for soccer? Well, if it's anything like the fight the USA put up against Mexico at MAPFRE Stadium, it's not a good sign. A lots happened this week. We interviewed RJ Allen of NYCFC which was a lot of fun. We're also doing a live podcast with Jimmy Conrad next week! Maybe the King Trump era is gonna be alright! Segment 1: USA v Mexico: Dos A Uno Break: Mack Weldon Underwear - USE PROMO CODE "COOLI...
Nov 16, 2016•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 70
We spoke with Jeff Duback who is a former USMNT goalkeeper and currently the president of soccer apparel manufacturer, Hummel USA. Jeff is retired now, but he also played in the Western Soccer Alliance, American Soccer League and American Professional Soccer League. He also earned four caps with the United States men's national soccer team. Jeff was around when American soccer was severely ignored in the early 80s. This episode is a real life #TBT and it is fascinating. Follow Jeff on Twitter @J...
Nov 11, 2016•36 min•Ep. 69
Freaky Fabi (Fabio Meza) joins us to talk the state of American soccer content. You have seen plenty of Fabi's work over at MLS and Kick TV. Fabi is a soccer content producer and gives his perspective on what he sees the future of American soccer culture becoming. We also talk about the 2nd legs of the MLS Playoffs! Segment 1: Interview with Fabio Meza Break 1: Mack Weldon - Use promo code "cooligans" for 20% off at mackweldon.com Segment 2: Leg 2 of MLS Playoff semifinals Break 2: Mack Weldon -...
Nov 09, 2016•1 hr 47 min•Ep. 68
Leslie Jones recently discovered the beautiful game. For us comedians, it's always great when more comedians discover soccer, regardless of the reason! Leslie watched the MLS Playoffs this weekend and so did we! We cover all of it. Knockout round and 1st leg! Segment 1: I'm gonna knock you out the MLS Break: Mack Weldon - Save 20% when you use promo code "COOLIGANS" at mackweldon.com Segment 2: Hot 1st Legs! We're on Patreon! If you like this podcast or any of the videos we make, please consider...
Nov 02, 2016•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 67
MLS had it's deadline day so we devote an entire episode to every single match. Each conference had matches at the exact same time, so several matches had playoff implications or teams were fighting for better playoff seeding. Hilarious episode. Have a listen! Segment 1: Colorado v Houston Sporting KC v San Jose LA Galaxy v FC Dallas New England v Montreal NYCFC v Columbus Segment 2: Orlando v DC United Seattle v Real Salt Lake Toronto v Chicago Vancouver v Portland NY Red Bulls v Philadelphia W...
Oct 26, 2016•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 66
