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  • Real Madrid in Champions League trouble? + Glenn Crooks on Emma Hayes & NYCFC’s New Era

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    Real Madrid are staring down a potentially humiliating Champions League exit — can they steady the ship against Benfica in the Round of 32? The boys break down what’s gone wrong, whether Madrid’s aura still carries weight in Europe, and give their official predictions for all Round of 32 matchups.

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    Then we’re joined by the legendary Glenn Crooks, who gives incredible insight into how Emma Hayes developed into the elite manager she is today. Crooks also reflects on his own journey in soccer, shares thoughts on NYCFC’s upcoming season, discusses Pascal Jansen’s evolution as a coach, and weighs in on what the club’s new stadium means for the future of football in New York City.

    To close it out, we react to Carlo Ancelotti being spotted at Carnival — is that a bad look for Brazil’s head coach given the national team’s current form? Plus, we discuss Tottenham’s new manager, Raheem Sterling’s move to Feyenoord, Pellegrino Matarazzo’s first La Liga loss, and Antoine Semenyo’s absolutely unhinged pizza opinion. Another packed episode full of insight, debate, and chaos.

    Timestamps:

    (7:30) – Real Madrid in Champions League trouble?

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    (13:00) – Every Round of 32 UCL prediction

    (25:00) – Glenn Crooks joins The Cooligans

    (1:02:00) – Carlo Ancelotti spotted at Carnival

    (1:06:30) – Reacting to other world soccer news

    UCL PREDICTIONS

    UCL PREDICTIONS

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  • Quarterback matchmaker: 8 QB landing spots for needy teams (Dolphins, Jets, Vikings & more)

    Nate Tice & Matt Harmon deep dive on the 8 most QB-needy teams in the NFL to determine who will be starting for them Week 1. The duo start with their reactions to the latest coordinator hires around the NFL, including the Seattle Seahawks finding their Klint Kubiak replacement in new OC Brian Fleury.

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    Next, Nate & Matt play quarterback matchmaker for the 8 most QB-needy teams in the NFL. The two hosts start with deep dives on the New York Jets, Miami Dolphins (would Tua Tagovailoa and Tyreek Hill be interesting names in the free agent market?), Pittsburgh Steelers and Cleveland Browns.

    Later, Nate & Matt find quarterback matches for the Indianapolis Colts (franchise tag Daniel Jones?), Minnesota Vikings (will JJ McCarthy get another shot?), Arizona Cardinals and Atlanta Falcons.

    (4:50) – Latest coordinator hire reactions

    (16:40) – QB matchmaker: Jets

    (29:20) – QB matchmaker: Dolphins

    (40:10) – QB matchmaker: Steelers

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    (46:20) – QB matchmaker: Browns

    (57:30) – QB matchmaker: Colts

    (1:05:40) – QB matchmaker: Vikings

    (1:17:40) – QB matchmaker: Cardinals

    (1:22:50) – QB matchmaker: Falcons

    MIAMI GARDENS, FL - DECEMBER 21: Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) leaves the field following pregame warmups before the game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, December 21, 2025 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, FL (Photo by Peter Joneleit/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

    MIAMI GARDENS, FL – DECEMBER 21: Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) leaves the field following pregame warmups before the game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, December 21, 2025 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, FL (Photo by Peter Joneleit/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

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  • Player development deep-dive, Embiid’s resurgence, CP3’s legacy & more with Drew Hanlen

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    NBA skills coach Drew Hanlen joins Kevin O’Connor to break down the season’s hottest topics, from star player development to the reality of tanking in the league. Drew shares inside stories about working with Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, Jayson Tatum and others and explains why self-belief can be both a gift and a curse for rising talent.

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    (0:48) When will Tatum return for Celtics?

    (12:13) Player development & Deni Avdija

    (21:43) Can Hornets maintain their winning ways?

    (26:25) How can NBA stop tanking?

    (31:09) Joel Embiid’s recovery and development

    (43:02) How teams use data & analytics to improve

    (49:03) Chris Paul retires from NBA

    (56:43) How will defensive coaching evolve?

    (01:00:11) Future of the All-Star game

    Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on during the game against the LA Clippers on February 2, 2026 at Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, California.  (Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images)

    Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on during the game against the LA Clippers on February 2, 2026 at Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images)

    (Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images)

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  • 2026 NFL Draft prospects you NEED to know with Nate Tice & Matt Miller

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    Andrew Siciliano deep dives on the 2026 NFL Draft with Nate Tice & ESPN’s Matt Miller. Andrew kicks things off with Nate Tice as they parse through Nate & Charles McDonald’s latest mock draft and cover a few of the more interesting selections, including EDGE Rueben Bain Jr. going second overall to the New York Jets, RB Jeremiyah Love in the top ten, EDGE David Bailey to the Washington Commanders and more. Next, Andrew & Nate set their sites on Indianapolis for the NFL Combine as Nate gives his top prospects he’s most excited to watch test next week.

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    Later, Andrew is joined by ESPN’s Matt Miller to get his thoughts on the draft (including Ty Simpson, Caleb Downs and more) before talking through his latest NFL mock draft.

    (6:55) – Nate Tice breaks down latest NFL mock draft

    (21:55) – Nate’s top prospects to watch at the NFL Combine

    (44:00) – Matt Miller talks latest NFL mock draft

    MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - JANUARY 19: Fernando Mendoza #15 of the Indiana Hoosiers takes the field during pregame warmups before the 2026 CFP National Championship between the Indiana Hoosiers and the Miami Hurricanes at Hard Rock Stadium on January 19, 2026 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by CFP/Getty Images)

    MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA – JANUARY 19: Fernando Mendoza #15 of the Indiana Hoosiers takes the field during pregame warmups before the 2026 CFP National Championship between the Indiana Hoosiers and the Miami Hurricanes at Hard Rock Stadium on January 19, 2026 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by CFP/Getty Images)

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  • Key second half storylines with Tom Haberstroh! Plus: faith in Luka, irrelevant Warriors and Prince’s invitation with Claire De Lune, Sam Esfandiari & Daman Rangoola

    Today on the Kevin O’Connor show, KOC is joined by Tom Haberstroh to ask some big questions in the NBA world: Are the Houston Rockets done? What teams have the most to prove in the 2nd half of the season? Which young players might break out and which coaches are on the hot seat?

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    Then, the pair look at two of the hottest names in college basketball: Darius Acuff and Darryn Peterson. How does Acuff’s 49-point explosion affect his draft stock? Is Peterson’s self-check-out gambit for Kansas threatening his no. 1 draft pick potential?

    Later, KOC is joined by Daman Rangoola, Sam Esfandiari & Claire De Lune from All-Star Weekend to talk the latest with the Lakers and Warriors. That and more on today’s show!

    (1:11) Contenders with the most to prove
    (13:38) Young players to watch
    (20:26) NBA coaches on the hot seat
    (33:46) Kings decimated by injuries
    (37:12) Darius Acuff drops 49 points vs. Alabama
    (41:44) What’s going on with Darryn Peterson?
    (56:32) Daman Rangoola & Sam Esfandiari join from All-Star
    (1:43:10) Claire De Lune joins from All-Star

    HOUSTON, TEXAS - FEBRUARY 11: Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets looks on during the second half of the game against the Los Angeles Clippers at Toyota Center on February 11, 2026 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Jack Gorman/Getty Images)

    HOUSTON, TEXAS – FEBRUARY 11: Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets looks on during the second half of the game against the Los Angeles Clippers at Toyota Center on February 11, 2026 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Jack Gorman/Getty Images)

    (Jack Gorman)

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  • Answering the NFL offseason’s biggest questions: Giants draft plans, Patriots free agency targets & more

    Nate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to answer the NFL offseason’s biggest looming questions submitted by the audience. The duo start off by diving into the New York Giants’ potential NFL Draft plans with the 5th overall pick, how the Chicago Bears can fix their defensive line and whether or not Brian Daboll is a good fit with QB Cam Ward as the new Tennessee Titans OC.

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    Next, Nate & Charles discuss whether or not the Los Angeles Chargers can fix their offensive line in one offseason, if the Jacksonville Jaguars defense can take a leap next season, who the Denver Broncos should be targeting in free agency (Tyler Allgeier?) and what our expectations for the 2026 Washington Commanders should look like.

    Later, the two hosts wrap up with thoughts on the New England Patriots’ upcoming offseason decisions, why Sean McVay changed to a duo run game style with the Los Angeles Rams, whether Sean McDermott was really the problem with the Buffalo Bills and more.

    (2:40) – Biggest offseason questions: Giants draft plans, Bears DL, Daboll & Cam Ward

    (24:30) – Biggest offseason questions: Chargers OL, Jaguars defense, Broncos, Commanders

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    (44:15) – Biggest offseason questions: Patriots, Rams, Bills & more

    New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) warms up before the NFL Super Bowl 60 football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)

    New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) warms up before the NFL Super Bowl 60 football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)

    (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)

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  • Gio Savarese’s 2026 MLS Predictions, USMNT World Cup Outlook & Vinícius Jr Racism Debate

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    The Cooligans welcome former MLS head coach and analyst Giovanni Savarese for a deep dive into the 2026 MLS season. Gio shares his predictions, breakout teams to watch, and how the league continues to evolve ahead of a massive 2026 on home soil. The conversation also turns to the USMNT, as the guys assess expectations, pressure, and what success should realistically look like at the 2026 World Cup.

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    Christian and Alexis then tackle the troubling racist incident involving Vinícius Júnior during Real Madrid’s clash with Benfica. They unpack how these situations are currently handled, question whether the responsibility to stop a match unfairly falls on the player experiencing abuse, and debate what meaningful structural changes could better protect players moving forward.

    Finally, it’s a jam-packed Champions League recap. Folarin Balogun shines in a statement performance against Paris Saint-Germain, Juventus suffer a shocking defeat to Galatasaray, and Bodø/Glimt pull off a stunning win over Inter Milan. The boys react to all the drama, surprises, and what these results mean going forward.

    Timestamps:

    (6:30) – 2026 MLS preview and predictions

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    (30:00) – Gio Savarese’s USMNT World Cup outlook

    (39:00) – Vinicius Junior deals with racism again: time for a rule change?

    (59:00) – Folarin Balogun shines in Champions League loss to PSG

    (1:04:30) – Serie A teams suffer shocking Champions League losses

    MLS PREDICTIONS

    MLS PREDICTIONS

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  • Jaylen Brown’s fine & NBA free throw decline + Trade Deadline rumor mill heats up

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    Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine discuss Jaylen Brown’s $35,000 fine after calling out the NBA refs, break down how the lack of foul shots is impacting the league in the new year and ask what can be done to end the scoring drought.

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    Next, they dive into the latest NBA trade deadline rumor mill news. The duo breaks down Rich Paul’s comments surrounding a potential Austin Reaves trade and gives their thoughts on the best fit for Ja Morant.

    Later, they react to Giannis being booed by his home crowd. Should the Bucks trade Giannis for Jalen Johnson? Plus, they discuss Anthony Davis not undergoing surgery for his hand injury and confirm he is back on the trade block. Where would he fit best?

    1:12 – The Big Number: $35,000 – Jaylen Brown’s fine for criticizing refs

    3:50 – NBA scoring drought: What’s causing the slump?

    15:57 – The Little Numbers: 77 – 3-shot fouls called since January 1st

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    22:11 – The Little Numbers: 12 – teams with at least 17% of total points from free throws

    26:43 – The Little Numbers: 3.4% – OKC’s FTA rate increase in the new year

    30:49 – Latest with the trade deadline

    32:41 – What’s next for Ja Morant?

    37:37 – Anthony Davis back on the trade block

    47:10 – Giannis gets booed by home crowd

    Boston, MA - January 10: Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown drives to the basket as San Antonio Spurs center Luke Kornet defends in the first quarter. The Celtics played the Spurs at TD Garden on January 10, 2026. (Photo by Barry Chin/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

    Boston, MA – January 10: Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown drives to the basket as San Antonio Spurs center Luke Kornet defends in the first quarter. The Celtics played the Spurs at TD Garden on January 10, 2026. (Photo by Barry Chin/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

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  • Playing NFL Head Coach Matchmaker + Quentin Lake & Maurice Jones-Drew talk Rams-Bears, Mike Tomlin & more!

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    Who will get a seat in the NFL’s game of head coach musical chairs this offseason? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano and Jori Epstein predict what coaches will land at all nine openings and why they should go there. Plus, Andrew sits down with Los Angeles Rams safety Quentin Lake to discuss the firing of Mike Tomlin as well as the upcoming playoff matchup at Chicago. Andrew also talks to Jacksonville Jaguars legend Maurice Jones-Drew to get his opinions on the head coach hiring cycle.

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    (5:15) – Dante Moore returns to Oregon

    (10:20) – Head coach matchmaker

    (29:50) – Maurice Jones Drew joins the show

    (53:50) – Rams DB Quentin Lake joins the show

    (1:09:50) – One More Thing

    Will Quentin Lake and the Los Angeles Rams get a playoff win in Chicago? (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images)

    Will Quentin Lake and the Los Angeles Rams get a playoff win in Chicago? (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images)

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  • Josh Sargent to MLS? + Anton Ferdinand on West Ham vs Spurs & Real Madrid’s Xabi Alonso Mistake

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    Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down the latest soccer headlines, starting with reports that USMNT striker Josh Sargent could be headed back to MLS with Toronto FC. Is it a smart career move or a major step backward for the American forward? The guys also react to rumors linking Timo Werner to the San Jose Earthquakes and debate whether the club made a massive mistake by failing to keep star winger Cristian Espinoza. Plus, with Chucky Lozano’s exit from San Diego seemingly inevitable, they discuss who the club should target as his replacement.

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    Former Premier League defender Anton Ferdinand then joins the show to preview the West Ham vs. Tottenham derby and relive his legendary stoppage-time equalizer against Spurs in 2005. They also chat West Ham’s tough season so far and how the club can push forward to avoid relegation.

    Finally, the guys debate whether Real Madrid made a massive mistake by firing Xabi Alonso and what it means for the club’s future. Christian and Alexis wrap things up with their AFCON Final predictions as Senegal and Morocco prepare to battle for continental glory.

    Timestamps:

    (6:45) – Josh Sargent heading back to MLS? Smart move or disaster?

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    (17:30) – Timo Werner is headed to San Jose: redemption tour or flop?

    (30:15) – Chucky Lozano is leaving San Diego – who will replace him?

    (37:15) – Anton Ferdinand joins The Cooligans

    (57:00) – Xabi Alonso now Real Madrid’s biggest enemy?

    (1:10:00) – AFCON Final Predictions

    JOSH SARGENT-MLS

    JOSH SARGENT-MLS

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