The World Cup Is Coming Home (To North America)
The wait is finally over, and the biggest sporting event on the planet is descending upon North America. In this latest episode, the crew sits down with soccer encyclopedia Josh Millrood to break down everything you need to know about the massive 2026 expansion. From the tournament growing to 48 teams to the logistics of having 78 matches played right here in the U.S., we’re covering the “what,” “where,” and “how much is this going to cost me?” (Spoiler: it’s not cheap).
We dive deep into the “Golden Generation” of the USMNT and debate whether this roster, led by Christian Pulisic, can finally leverage home-field advantage to make a deep run into the semifinals. Josh provides a masterclass on the tournament’s powerhouses, identifying Spain’s 17-year-old sensation Lamine Yamal as the player set to take the global stage by storm. Plus, we get into the “nitty-gritty” of the new rules, including the controversial “hydration breaks” designed to combat the brutal North American summer heat.
If you’re looking for the inside track on the “Group of Death,” or need a high-value sleeper pick for your office pool (keep an eye on Morocco and Colombia!), this is the scouting report you can’t afford to miss. We even touch on the NBA Finals, checking in on the Knicks’ historic run and why James Dolan is currently on our “punchable faces” list. Tune in for the full analysis and get your soccer IQ up to speed before the opening whistle.