Is Messi Worth MLS’ Massive Salary? Christian Pulisic Joins & 5 USMNT Stars Must Step Up at the 2026 World Cup

Is Messi Worth MLS’ Massive Salary? Christian Pulisic Joins & 5 USMNT Stars Must Step Up at the 2026 World Cup

Author: Alexis Guerreros & Christian Polanco May 15, 2026 Duration: 1:04:48
The latest episode of The Cooligans dives into the biggest conversations surrounding American soccer right now. Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down the eye-popping MLS salary numbers, including Lionel Messi earning more than 28 entire MLS rosters combined, and debate whether his impact justifies the price tag. Then USMNT and AC Milan star Christian Pulisic joins the show to discuss the pressure of leading the U.S. into a home World Cup, his new Michelob Ultra World Cup campaign, and the valuable lessons he learned from Gregg Berhalter. The episode wraps with the guys naming the five USMNT players who absolutely must step up if the United States wants to make a deep World Cup run.

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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