World Cup Favorites

World Cup Favorites

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 [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Two Days Until 2026 World Cup Kickoff

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 [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Stars To Watch At The World Cup

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 [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Real Madrid in the Market

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 [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

USMNT World Cup Preview

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 [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]