On this episode of The Cooligans, the boys tackle one of football’s most frustrating debates: is the UEFA Champions League handball rule fundamentally broken? They unpack the inconsistency that leaves fans and players confused week after week. Then, USMNT and Bournemouth star Tyler Adams joins the show for a candid conversation about the pressure of a home World Cup, his growth under Andoni Iraola, and the accountability culture among U.S. players. To close things out, the crew debates whether Jose Mourinho’s rumored return to Real Madrid would be a masterstroke—or a massive mistake.

On this episode of The Cooligans, we unpack Pep Guardiola’s passionate criticism of rising World Cup ticket prices and what it says about the growing commercialization of football. Then, USMNT and Juventus star Weston McKennie joins the show to discuss the national team’s mindset amid recent struggles, their readiness for World Cup pressure, and his ambitions with Juventus. Plus, we preview the Champions League semi-finals, break down every matchup, and make our predictions for who lifts the trophy.

The Cooligans dive into the uncertainty surrounding the Vancouver Whitecaps and whether the club can survive mounting stadium issues, while fans rally to keep the team in the city. Clint Dempsey joins the show to break down World Cup ticket pricing, why working-class fans are being pushed out, and the mindset that defined his career. Plus, the guys react to Chelsea FC sacking Liam Rosenior and what it says about ownership across the sport.

Is Kylian Mbappé actually the issue at Real Madrid? We break down his trophy drought since joining, while his former club continues to thrive without him, and debate whether Harry Kane has quietly become the Ballon d’Or frontrunner. Then Sophia Wilson joins us to talk about leaving soccer at the door, motherhood, and what really drives her as a competitor. Finally, Kaylyn Kyle stops by to unpack Javier Mascherano’s shock exit from Inter Miami CF, Nashville SC’s statement win, and what it all means for the future of MLS and the USMNT.

Inter Miami were supposed to dominate—but instead, they’re stumbling out of the gate. We break down whether Lionel Messi is being let down by the roster built around him and if David Beckham and the front office got it wrong. Then we zoom out to the rest of MLS, highlighting the biggest surprises and disappointments so far, including why CF Montréal look completely broken. Finally, we get real about the USMNT and the two biggest fears heading into the World Cup that fans don’t want to admit.

Michael Olise is putting up numbers that have fans whispering “Messi,” but is he actually the best winger in the world right now? We break down his historic assist pace, PSG’s dominance over Liverpool, and why Arne Slot is catching heat for a shaky season. Then, we dive into the growing World Cup ticket controversy, where fans are realizing they may not be getting what they paid for as FIFA quietly shifts seat categories. Finally, the USMNT takes a massive hit with Patrick Agyemang’s Achilles injury—so who steps up, and what does this mean for the World Cup?

The Cooligans sit down with NYCFC CEO Brad Sims for a deep dive into the inner workings of MLS, from the decade-long journey to build a stadium in New York City to the league’s biggest challenges in attracting casual fans. Sims offers rare insight into why MLS may need to rethink its rules and structure to grow its audience, and shares his vision for what the future of the league could look like as it continues to evolve on and off the pitch.

The Cooligans break down growing concerns around Christian Pulisic’s form for both club and country and ask the big question: can the USMNT rely on him at the World Cup? The guys also team up with Meta to answer fan questions straight from Threads, diving into the biggest debates surrounding the U.S. squad. Plus, they react to the drama of World Cup qualifying playoffs—from Italy’s shocking failure to qualify again to feel-good stories from Iraq, Congo, and Sweden, and why the expanded tournament might actually be a win.

The Cooligans go live to react to the USMNT’s 2-0 loss to Portugal, breaking down what went wrong and whether it’s time to start worrying ahead of the World Cup. Bruno Fernandes shines as Player of the Game, while concerns grow around Christian Pulisic’s form. The guys also grade Mauricio Pochettino’s March window, preview the U.S. World Cup group, predict the starting XI, and react to fan takes from social media.