In the latest episode of The Cooligans, hosts Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros dive into the latest Major League Soccer (MLS) and National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) storylines from the weekend. The podcast kicks off with a discussion on Lionel Messi and Inter Miami's victory over Atlanta United on Sunday, which was a revenge for their playoff loss to the same team last season. The hosts also break down a no-penalty call in the LA Galaxy vs. Portland Timbers game.
The Cooligans then take a look at 17-year-old Melanie Barcenas breaking Sarah Gordon's ankles during the NWSL opening weekend. Christian and Alexis bring on Austin FC midfielder Dani Pereira to preview the MLS season and chat about his journey to becoming a pro.
Later in the episode, Christian and Alexis recap Newcastle's historic Carabao Cup final win over Liverpool, which ended a 70-year trophy drought for the club. The episode also includes a cameo from the Cooligans in New York City FC's game-winning goal, as well as Orlando Pride's 6-0 victory over Chicago Red Stars.
To conclude the episode, Christian and Alexis encourage viewers to join or create a Yahoo Fantasy Baseball league for the 2025 MLB season. They also encourage viewers to watch the full episode on YouTube or check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts.
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The Cooligans' tightly knit team dynamics and unwavering determination bring a fresh pulse to both the MLS & NWSL, illustrating how youthful prodigies can turn historical losses into victories that resonate beyond stadiums.
The Cooligans elevate the narrative of soccer in both MLS and NWSL with their defiant spirit, youthful brilliance & historic victories—a momentum-setting force for female football fans across generations.
The Cooligans' triumphs in MLS & NWSL, from youthful exuberance to historic wins against the odds depict a relentless quest for excellence that inspires all young players and fans alike.
