Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros kick things off with reports that Weston McKennie could leave Juventus this summer. Where should the USMNT midfielder go next, and what kind of club best suits his skill set ahead of 2026? The guys also reveal their USMNT “secret weapon” players who could surprise their way onto the World Cup roster, with Alexis highlighting James Sands and Sebastian Berhalter, while Christian makes the case for Max Arfsten and Brenden Aaronson.

Next, Christian and Alexis are joined by Lawrence Cann, founder of Street Soccer USA, for a powerful and emotional interview about how the game can change lives. Lawrence shares the personal story of losing his home as a child — and how soccer, community, and the support of a coach helped put him on a new path. The conversation dives into grassroots soccer, access, and why building opportunity at the community level matters now more than ever.

Finally, the boys close out with Rapido Reactions from across the soccer world: their thoughts on a leaked USMNT jersey, a bizarre viral moment featuring an Algerian fan standing frozen like a statue, Gabon canceling their entire national team, a wild goal celebration that nearly ended in disaster, and their AFCON quarterfinal predictions.

Timestamps:
(8:00) – Where should Weston Mckennie go this summer?

(18:30) – USMNT’s secret weapons for the 2026 World Cup

(28:30) – Founder of Street Soccer USA joins The Cooligans

(52:00) – Rapido Reactions: USMNT jersey leak, AFCON headlines & more

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to breaking news as Manchester United part ways with Ruben Amorim just 14 months after his appointment. Why has the job at Old Trafford become so unstable? Is being head coach at Manchester United now an impossible task? And does the club need to return to hiring traditional managers instead of head coaches?

Then, Christian and Alexis are joined by NWSL and USWNT legend Ali Krieger to talk all things women’s soccer. They break down the growing issues within the NWSL and why the league’s salary cap must evolve for it to remain competitive on a global level. Ali also discusses her work with the Dragonfly Collective, a charity she partners with to support mothers who give up their children for adoption.

Later, the boys react to another shocking managerial departure, as Wilfried Nancy’s reign at Celtic ends after just 33 days. What went wrong so quickly? And should Nancy consider a return to MLS?

Timestamps:
(9:30) – Man United sack Ruben Amorim: Is coaching United impossible?

(28:00) – Ali Krieger joins The Cooligans

(42:00) – Ali on her work with the Dragonfly Collective

(1:00:45) – Wilfried Nancy leaves Celtic: Should he return to MLS?

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to Pellegrino Matarazzo becoming the first American coach in La Liga. Can Matarazzo succeed at Real Sociedad, and what would a successful stint mean for his future and U.S. Soccer’s future?

Then, Christian and Alexis bring on American film producer and soccer fanatic Franklin Leonard to discuss English media bias in soccer and whether England is ready to accept a Black superstar on the national team.

Later, they also chat about Leonard’s soccer fandom, the direction of the film industry, and his recent foray into politics.

Timestamps:
(10:30) – Can Pellegrino Matarazzo succeed in La Liga?

(30:00) – Franklin Leonard joins The Cooligans

(42:00) – Is there media bias against Black soccer players?

(52:00) – Diving into the ever-changing film industry

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