Julian Hall Hype? San Jose’s Hot Start + Steve Fletcher on Tyler Adams & Iraola’s Bournemouth

The MLS season is heating up and we’ve got takes. MLS analyst Matt Doyle stops by to help us separate early-season overreactions from real trends. Is Julian Hall’s breakout with the New York Red Bulls the beginning of a superstar arc or just a hot streak? Are Inter Miami CF papering over long-term roster concerns despite their win over Orlando City SC? And can the early momentum from the San Jose Earthquakes — and Timo Werner — actually last? We dig into what’s real, what’s noise, and what it means moving forward. Then we head across the Atlantic for an incredible conversation with Steve Fletcher, assistant coach and club legend at AFC Bournemouth. Fletcher gives us insight into why Tyler Adams is one of the most respected players at the club, how his leadership extends far beyond the pitch, and why every team needs a player like him. If you’re an American soccer fan, this is one you won’t want to miss. We also dive into the impact of manager Andoni Iraola and how his consistency, culture-setting, and tactical identity have helped elevate Bournemouth in the Premier League. Fletcher reflects on his own storied career — from signing in the early ’90s to becoming the club’s all-time appearance leader — and what it means to represent one club for over three decades. MLS chaos, Premier League insight, and legendary football stories all in one episode. Timestamps: (7:30) – Julian Hall is leading a youth movement in New York (16:00) - Will Inter Miami struggle this season despite win? (22:00) – Can San Jose and Timo Werner’s hot start last? (26:30) – MLS weekend recap (37:00) - Steve Fletcher joins The Cooligans

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Julian Hall Hype? San Jose’s Hot Start + Steve Fletcher on Tyler Adams & Iraola’s Bournemouth is an episode from The Cooligans by The Cooligans.

This episode is 01:17:25 long.

This episode was published on Mar 2, 2026.

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