
Kickback '26 is the home of Kickback Soccer Media's World Cup 2026 original shows and series, including our first-of-its-kind First Touch program. First Touch offers new, emerging, and avid fans one place to find your World Cup "starter packs," in-depth insight, unparalleled coverage and American-driven perspectives into the stories shaping the first men’s World Cup on home soil in more than three... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 39 | Founded | 2 months ago |
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In the land of cheese, chocolate, and army knives, soccer is king—and Switzerland has deeper roots in the sport than most people realize. In this World Cup Capsule, David Gass breaks down the story of The Nati: a founding FIFA member, a crossroads in... more
The land of the Vikings is back on the World Cup stage for the first time since 1998—and Norway arrive as one of the tournament’s must-watch darlings, led by their modern-day “Jarl”: Erling Haaland. In this World Cup Capsule, David Gass breaks down h... more
A country of just 10 million people, Portugal has produced three Ballon d’Or winners—and in 2026 they might be the best bet to become the next new nation to lift the World Cup. In this World Cup Capsule, David Gass breaks down how the Seleção went fr... more
Brazil. Five World Cups. One bright yellow jersey that means everything.
In this World Cup Capsules episode, David Gass dives into The Seleção—the most decorated nation in World Cup history—and asks the question every fan is thinking: can Brazil fi... more
No country rides the emotional roller coaster of the World Cup quite like Colombia. In this World Cup Capsule, David Gass tells the story of Los Cafeteros—a team of dazzling highs and devastating lows, back on the biggest stage after an eight-year ab... more
There is no national team program hotter than Morocco right now. In this World Cup Capsule, David Gass dives into how the Atlas Lions went from perennial underdogs to the new center of the soccer universe—a fourth-place finish at Qatar 2022, a women’... more
Algeria might be best known to casual U.S. fans as the team on the wrong end of Landon Donovan’s “Go Go USA” moment in 2010—but the Fennec Foxes have one of the richest, most political football histories on the planet. In this World Cup Capsule, Davi... more
The Dutch have perfected and even revolutionized the game—yet somehow, the Netherlands are still the greatest nation never to win a World Cup. Will 2026 finally be their time? In this World Cup Capsule, David Gass breaks down the story of the Oranje,... more
Absolutely love this! It has a little bit of everything for everyone - whether you’re a soccer die hard or just want to have a rough idea of what’s going on with each country in the World Cup, this is a must listen!
What a great way to get ready for the World Cup. This show has the perfect combination of history, culture, and soccer stats to give you a feel for each team.
This is required listening for anyone wanting to follow the World Cup in ‘26
Phenomenal content, have been listening to and enjoying each episode. I love the interviews and sound bites stitched in. Pronunciation of the Paraguayan language Guaraní and drink Tereré could use some work, but I can’t fault him too much there ;) Keep it up Gass!
These are so good! World Cup fever has hit and this is getting me ready for next summer!
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Coverage of the upcoming World Cup 2026, featuring in-depth discussions on national teams, their historical contexts, and the challenges they face as they prepare for the tournament. The focus lies on a variety of teams, from traditional powerhouses to emerging nations like Haiti and Jordan, sparking engaging conversations about soccer culture and the significance of football in each nation. The series sets itself apart with unique narratives, personal stories from players, and fascinating anecdotes that not only inform but also connect listeners emotionally to the sport and its players. Listeners interested in soccer with a desire for insightful perspectives and analyses are likely to find the content remarkably relevant and engaging. Addi... more
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2. Dean Ammi
3. Miloš Degenek
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