Stars To Watch At The World Cup

The FC crew previews the USMNT's World Cup home opener against Paraguay . Can they secure all three points today? Next, we discuss results from Mexico's World Cup opener win against South Africa and results from South Korea vs Czechia. Then, the crew previews Canada World Cup opener against Bosnia & Herzegovina. Next, the crew sits down to discuss Jose Mourinho and Bernardo Silva's move to Real Madrid . Lastly the crew makes their predictions on USA vs. Paraguay and Canada vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens are in New York as Mexico beat South Africa in the World Cup curtain-raiser. The guys discuss the game and break down some of the biggest stories in world football.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew reacts to Mexico's convincing and chaotic win in the World Cup opener vs. South Africa. Did this win sway members of the panel? Next, we look ahead to the USMNT's opening match vs Paraguay tomorrow. Then, Jeff Carlisle sits down with members of the Iran National Team to discuss the 'tension' they have felt leading up to the tournament. Mauricio Pedroza stops by to give his take on Mexico's win before a quick Germany discussion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew look ahead to the start of the World Cup later today. The group give out their bracket picks and explain why they think France and Spain are rightfully favorites to win the tournament. Plus, Cristina Alexander and John Sutcliffe join the show to preview the opening match between Mexico and South Africa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The ESPN FC crew take a look at a few of the favorites including Argentina, Portugal, & England and discuss how they will fair in the World Cup. Plus, a look at Jadon Sancho & Marcus Rashford, where will they end up next season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew look ahead to the World Cup kicking off on Thursday and break down the teams they think are favorites to win the tournament. Jurgen Klinsmann joins the show to explain why he thinks Brazil will will it all. Plus, Frank Leboeuf argues why France are in pole position. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC Crew breakdown the mood that teams must be feeling as the start of the World Cup nears closer and closer, with former World Cup winner and coach Jürgen Klinsmann offering his perspective and insight. Then, analysis of Kylian Mbappe and France as they hope to achieve nothing short of winning the World Cup. Also, the latest from Spain as Real Madrid send an offer to Atletico Madrid for Julian Alvarez that was quickly rejected by Atleti. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The ESPN FC Crew take a deeper look at the stars of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. They break down the outlook for players like Kylian Mbappe, Lamine Yamal, Vinicius Jr., Lionel Messi and more! The team also give their predictions for who will win the Golden Ball at this year's tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew look ahead to the 2026-27 season, now that Florentino Perez is here to stay, what can Real Madrid do in the market to strengthen the squad? Plus, U.S. Soccer CEO JT Batson joins the show to look ahead to the massive summer for USMNT. And, more international friendly action with France & the Netherlands in action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC Crew do a full recap of United States' loss to Germany in their last friendly before the World Cup kicks off. Then, a preview of their opening match vs Paraguay and breakdowns of who needs to needs to perform in order for the United States meet their expectations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices