Dest Injury, Messi White House Backlash & Which MLS Coach Is Next on the Hot Seat?

Dest Injury, Messi White House Backlash & Which MLS Coach Is Next on the Hot Seat?

Author: Alexis Guerreros & Christian Polanco March 10, 2026 Duration: 1:00:21
Alexis and Christian break down the latest headlines across soccer, starting with the injury to Sergiño Dest and the growing concern over who can step up at right-back for the USMNT. They also dive into the backlash Lionel Messi and Inter Miami faced after their White House visit, unpacking why the reaction has been so divided among fans. To close the show, the guys look around MLS and debate which struggling coach—currently sitting near the bottom of the Supporters’ Shield table—might be the next to lose their job.

Think of the most passionate, opinionated, and funny conversation you might overhear at a soccer bar, then bottle that energy. That’s essentially what you get with The Cooligans. This isn't your typical sports analysis show buried in tactical diagrams and spreadsheets. Instead, hosts Alexis Guerreros and Christian Polanco-both working stand-up comics from New York-apply their comedic lens to the global game. They’re here for the drama, the bizarre headlines, and the pure, unadulterated chaos that makes football so compelling. Each episode feels like hanging out with two of your most knowledgeable yet hilarious friends, dissecting the weekend's most outrageous moments with sharp wit and relentless jokes. The focus is firmly on entertainment, offering a refreshing and laugh-out-loud alternative to more serious commentary. Tuning into this podcast means setting aside the dry recap for a celebration of the sport's inherent silliness and spectacle. Released twice weekly, it’s your regular dose of humor to counterbalance the on-field tension, proving that the beautiful game is even better when you’re not afraid to laugh at it.
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