EPISODE · Apr 23, 2026 · 58 MIN
Can Vancouver Save the Whitecaps? Clint Dempsey on World Cup Pricing & Chelsea’s Ownership Chaos
from The Cooligans · host Alexis Guerreros & Christian Polanco, Alexis Guerreros, Christian Polanco, Clint Dempsey
The future of the Vancouver Whitecaps is suddenly in question, and fans are not taking it quietly. With stadium complications threatening the club’s long-term place in the city, the Cooligans break down what’s really happening behind the scenes and whether Vancouver can realistically keep its team. This isn’t just about one club—it’s about what MLS values most when push comes to shove: markets, money, or supporters. Then, Clint Dempsey joins the show for a wide-ranging conversation about the upcoming World Cup and the growing concern that real fans are being priced out of the biggest tournament in the world. He opens up about his Gatorade campaign, the mentality that made him one of the toughest players in U.S. soccer history, and the personal moment when he realized it was time to walk away from the game. Finally, the guys react to Chelsea FC parting ways with Liam Rosenior and why the constant churn of managers says more about ownership than anything happening on the pitch. Plus, they hit the biggest stories around the global game—from Manchester City leading the Premier League race to Lamine Yamal’s injury and Pellegrino Matarazzo’s surprising Copa del Rey success. Timestamps: (7:30) – Can fans keep the Whitecaps in Vancouver? (21:30) - Clint Dempsey joins The Cooligans (36:30) – Why BlueCo is to blame for Liam Rosenior’s failure at Chelsea (47:30) - Rapido Reactions: Matarrazo makes history, Man City top PL & more Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv
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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.
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Can Vancouver Save the Whitecaps? Clint Dempsey on World Cup Pricing & Chelsea’s Ownership Chaos
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