Gab & Juls Show: Are Arsenal really the best team in the league?

With just 100 days to go until the 2026 World Cup kicks off, Mark, James and Rob explain what we know about Iran’s participation at the tournament amid the country’s ongoing conflict with the United States. Plus, Fernando Vila joins the show to discuss the situation in Mexico and how it will impact their ability to host the tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, Jeff Carlisle, and Kasey Keller host a special World Cup Preview Show 100 days out from the tournament this summer. First, they discuss what success would look like for the USMNT at the tournament. Then, they discuss what kind of identity Mauricio Pochettino has instilled in this team and whether the team from 2022 has matured. Then, the crew talks about whether they can trust the spine of the team before moving on to pick the key factors that will make the difference. Finally, they run it back, pick their ideal starting XI for the upcoming friendly vs. Paraguay, and discuss the experience a World Cup hosted by the United States can deliver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew breaks down Real Madrid's 1-0 loss at home to Getafe without Kylian Mbappé, who is out indefinitely with a knee injury. Plus, can Barcelona turn around a 4-0 deficit in the 2nd leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals against Atlético Madrid tomorrow? And, Mario Melechiot joins the show to discuss Chelsea's disciplinary record and are Spurs headed for relegation? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Arsenal’s 2-1 win over Chelsea and ask if the Premier League leaders are over-reliant on set pieces. The guys also praise Lamine Yamal’s first career hat trick, Joshua Kimmich’s late winner in Der Klassiker and discuss potential rule changes following the IFAB meeting in Wales.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew breakdown Arsenal's 2-1 win over Chelsea, which included 2 goals from corner kicks. Plus, the panel looks back at Manchester United's comeback win over Crystal Palace, including a controversial red card. And, the guys look back at Spurs 2-1 loss to Fulham, could they be in danger of relegation? More on today's Premier League action and the fiery 2-2 draw in the Seville Derby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew look back at Lamine Yamal's first senior hat trick in their 4-1 win over Villarreal to extend their lead at the top of LALIGA. Plus, Kay & Ale breakdown a blockbuster Der Klassiker from Los Angeles with Bayern Munich stealing the 3 points with a last minute goal to extend their lead at the top of the Bundesliga table. And in the Premier League, Man City sneak by Leeds - Liverpool/Brentford/Everton pickup wins in goal-filled games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew breaks down the UCL draw and dive into the matchups/sides of the bracket, are Arsenal clear favorites with their favorable draw? Plus, more talk of the juicy Round of 16 matchups including Man City vs Real Madrid, Chelsea vs PSG, and Barcelona vs Newcastle. And, a preview of a title deciding Der Klassiker coming up this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew are joined by former referee Andy Davies to react to yesterday's controversial calls in the UEFA Champions League and explain why Lloyd Kelly's red card was the correct call. Plus, Julien Laurens breaks down why he's nervous about PSG's title defense after the reigning champions barely squeaked past Monaco. The guys also react to Inter manager Cristian Chivu's comments saying Bodo/Glimt had more energy than his side. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Inter Milan’s surprise elimination from the Champions League at the hands of minnows Bodo/Glimt and ask how far the Norwegian side can go in the competition. The guys also discuss Real Madrid’s win over Benfica, the future of the Club World Cup & ask if Manchester United can keep their place in the top four of the Premier League. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to Galatasaray advancing to the UCL Round of 16 over Juventus and question why the Italian giants have struggled in Europe the last few seasons after a failed comeback today. Plus, the guys explain why they aren't sold on Real Madrid contending for the Champions League despite their win over Benfica. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices