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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros bring on legendary USMNT goalkeeper Brad Friedel to chat all things USMNT including their current roster questions at striker and goalkeeper. Brad Friedel explains why patience is necessary as Pochettino change the culture with the USMNT. Brad also discusses his roster thoughts and what the summer call-ups may mean for the USMNT roster going forward.
Christian and Alexis then break down the most recent results in the Club World Cup, including PSG’s annihilation of Real Madrid! They preview the Final as Chelsea and PSG get ready to face off. Also, has the Club World Cup proven that the Saudi Pro League has surpassed MLS?
Later, Christian and Alexis break down all the newest updates behind Thomas Partey’s recent arrest and why it took so long for a 4-year investigation to reach this conclusion.
(10:00) – Brad Friedel joins The Cooligans
(12:30) – Recapping the Club World Cup
(21:00) – Can Pochettino change USMNT culture?
(29:00) – Breaking down USMNT summer & roster questions
(47:30) – PSG destroy Real Madrid to reach CWC Final
(57:30) – Has Saudi Pro League surpassed MLS?
(1:04:30) – Thomas Partey arrested and charged with rape
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