Mbappé vs Haaland, Ecuador Stuns Germany & Pochettino's USMNT Contract Bombshell

Mbappé vs Haaland, Ecuador Stuns Germany & Pochettino's USMNT Contract Bombshell

Author: Alexis Guerreros & Christian Polanco June 26, 2026 Duration: 1:05:06
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros preview one of the biggest matches of the World Cup group stage as Kylian Mbappé's France takes on Erling Haaland's Norway with first place in the group on the line. The guys also react to Mauricio Pochettino's comments after the USMNT's loss to Türkiye, celebrate Ivory Coast reaching the knockout rounds for the first time, and break down Ecuador's stunning upset over Germany. To close the show, they preview the final group-stage matches and discuss reports that U.S. Soccer has offered Pochettino a contract extension through the 2030 World Cup.

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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