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Summer '26: A Global Soccer Showdown

Gary Striker and The Qooligan
World Cup 2026
France
United States
Sweden
Argentina
Brazil
Morocco
Mexico
Netherlands
Argentina National Football Team
Belgium
Norway
Portugal
Colombia
England
Spain National Football Team
Kylian Mbappé
England National Football Team
France National Football Team
Egypt

North America is hosting the greatest show on earth — and Summer '26: A Global Soccer Showdown is your front row seat. Hosted by Gary Striker, the man who bleeds football, and The Qooligan, the coolest head in the game, this is the podcast for anyone who loves the beautiful game — whether you've followed football your whole life or you're tuning in for the magic of the 2026 World Cup across the US... more

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It's Spain vs. Argentina for the World Cup — European champion against South American champion, in a final that doubles as the ultimate Finalissima. Gary Striker and The Qooligan break down how we got here, starting with Spain's semifinal masterclass... more

Four teams left, and one big argument. Gary Striker and The Qooligan are straight into it, as The Qooligan — a referee himself — lays out the VAR problem hanging over the quarterfinals: an England goal that appeared to clip an overhead camera wire an... more

The hosts are gone, and the heavyweights are left. On the eve of the quarterfinals, Gary Striker and The Qooligan first hold a post-mortem on a chastening round of 16: the USA's flat exit to Belgium — capped by a nightmare goalkeeping error and a rec... more

What a night at the Azteca. On this round-of-16 recap, Gary Striker and The Qooligan relive England's heroics — a late-night, weather-delayed classic in which the Three Lions stunned Mexico despite going down to ten men, with Jude Bellingham at anoth... more

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Ben Jacobs
Journalist, pundit extraordinaire, and occasional contributor to the website
Episode: USMNT Deep Dive: Can They Beat Bosnia? — with special guest Ben Jacobs
Zach Lowy
Soccer journalist and contributor
Hooligan Soccer (hooligansoccer.com)
Episode: Argentina Now Favorites & How Will England Line Up? — with special guest Zach Lowy
Nick Callow
Nick Callow of Hayters TV
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Episode: Mbappé Wants to Defend & Will Messi Do It Again? — with special guest Nick Callow of Hayters TV
Nathan Joyes
Founder of The Copa Club
The Copa Club
Episode: South America's Teams & Their Chances — with special guest Nathan Joyes of The Copa Club
Devin Crittenden
One half of The Soccer Sharps, special World Cup podcast guest
The Soccer Sharps
Episode: Betting the World Cup 2026 — with special guest Devin Crittenden of The Soccer Sharps
Nick Britten
Special guest, co-host of A Road to World Cup 26 and contributor on hooligansoccer.com
Road to World Cup 26 / hooligansoccer.com
Episode: France & England at World Cup 2026: Groups, Squads & Real Chances

Hosts

Gary Striker
Host of Summer '26: A Global Soccer Showdown; joins The Qooligan to cover major matches, group previews, and bold tournament predictions.
The Qooligan
Co-host delivering game-ready insights, scouting notes, and energetic banter across group previews and tournament storylines.

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#52
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#84
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#96
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#133
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#141
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#205
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USMNT Deep Dive: Can They Beat Bosnia? — with special guest Ben Jacobs
Q: What impact could Bosnian substitutions have late in the game?
Subs like Erman Mamic coming on late could change momentum with a moment of individual brilliance, so the US need to stay composed and keep the pressure high to prevent late threats.
USMNT Deep Dive: Can They Beat Bosnia? — with special guest Ben Jacobs
Q: How might the starting XI impact the game given recent substitutes and injuries?
If McKennie and Tillman operate deeper or if Berhalter shifts in, the backbone must remain compact with Dest and Robinson providing width; the team generally seems to have settled on a consistent XI that maximizes depth and pace.
USMNT Deep Dive: Can They Beat Bosnia? — with special guest Ben Jacobs
Q: What are the key tactical priorities for the USMNT against Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Start fast to avoid a nervy, coinflip situation, dominate central midfield with Tillman and Adams, and stretch Bosnia in wide areas to create one-on-one opportunities for Balogun and the wingers.
Argentina Now Favorites & How Will England Line Up? — with special guest Zach Lowy
Q: What are your thoughts on England's setup under Tuchel and the potential starting XI ahead of key matches?
Tuchel's willingness to rotate and man-manage the squad could be England's biggest asset; a flexible, adaptable lineup with strong substitutes can keep opponents guessing and potentially overcome gaps in the traditional 11.
Argentina Now Favorites & How Will England Line Up? — with special guest Zach Lowy
Q: How do you see Argentina shaping up for the rest of the tournament, especially with Messi at the helm?
Argentina look like a well-oiled machine with Messi as the catalyst; depth in midfield and a cohesive unit around him suggest they can threaten in multiple ways, making them strong contenders if they stay defensively solid and continue to leverage Messi's form.

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Two hosts deliver fast-paced, no-fluff analysis of the 2026 World Cup across North America, pairing tactical previews with lively banter and bold predictions. episodes cover group-by-group breakdowns, standout players, travel and venue notes, and the latest tournament structure—often blending scouting detail with fan-friendly anecdotes and humorous disagreements. The show appears to lean into strategic insights for fantasy and betting audiences, while keeping the energy high and the conversation accessible for casual fans and hardcore followers alike. A distinctive element is the duo's insistence on practical takeaways, city-specific atmospheres, and a forward-looking emphasis on stadiums, logistics, and group dynamics that shape early tour... more

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