EPISODE · Apr 16, 2026 · 1H 24M
Is Mbappé the Problem at Real Madrid? Sophia Wilson on Leaving Soccer at Home & Inter Miami Coaching Chaos
from The Cooligans · host Sophia Wilson, Kaylyn Kyle, Alexis Guerreros, Christian Polanco, Alexis Guerreros & Christian Polanco
Is Kylian Mbappé the problem at Real Madrid? It’s a question that would’ve sounded ridiculous a year ago—but now, with no major trophies since his arrival and his former club continuing to dominate in Europe, it’s a conversation fans can’t avoid. We also dive into whether Harry Kane has emerged as the unexpected Ballon d’Or favorite and break down our picks for who will actually win the Champions League as the semifinals approach. Then we’re joined by Sophia Wilson for a wide-ranging conversation that goes beyond the pitch. She explains why she intentionally leaves soccer at the door when she gets home, how that mindset keeps her grounded, and how becoming a mother has reshaped her perspective as both a player and a person. We also talk about her competitive edge, her calm demeanor, and her new partnership with Mondelez, the makers of snacks like Chips Ahoy and Ritz. Fans can head to ScoreSnackGoals.com or scan the QR code on limited-edition CHIPS AHOY! products to enter. Finally, Kaylyn Kyle joins us in studio to break down one of the wildest weeks in MLS. From Javier Mascherano’s unexpected departure from Inter Miami CF to Nashville SC’s historic win over Club América at Estadio Azteca, we ask the big questions: Is Inter Miami the hardest coaching job in MLS? And could BJ Callaghan’s stock be rising fast enough to put him back in the USMNT conversation—this time as the full-time head coach? Timestamps: (12:00) – Is Kylian Mbappe the real problem at Real Madrid? (26:00) - Harry Kane the new Ballon D’or front runner? (36:00) – Sophia Wilson joins The Cooligans (47:30) - Is being Inter Miami’s head coach the hardest job in MLS? (1:08:30) - Nashville make history: BJ Callaghan the future for USMNT? 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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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.
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