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Hopes & dreams; society & cultures - what the greatest sporting tournament on earth offers above all is an entry point to people across the world. Join journalists Paul Schmidt-Troschke, Jon Bonfiglio, and football expert Declan Link - alongside a host of special guests - on this unique take on all things related to the World Cup. To follow our Patreon page for exclusive series, copy and paste the... more

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Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jonfigliio look at the latest matches from the world Cuoz

Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio look at the nicknames of the different teams at this summer’s World Cup.

For the first time ever, and reviewing the day’s news and action, Declan Link, Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio are in the same country, ahead of the next World Cup Football etc live event.

Paul Schmidt-Troschke looks at the 1990 match between Red Star Belgrade and Dynamo Zagreb, widely considered to be the event which started the violent break-up of the former Yugoslavia.

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Simon Asprey
QPR's original fan
QPR
Episode: DISCUSSION: England vs. Panama; DRC vs. Uzbekistan; Portugal vs. Colombia
Constanza Leal Melo
Colombian teacher, interviewer, broadcaster, founder of Pensart
Episode: SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Colombian Teacher & Broadcaster Constanza Leal Melo on the Indivisibility of Football, Politics & History in Colombia
Declan Link
Football expert featured via recording
Episode: DISCUSSION: England vs. Ghana
Jerry Lawton
Chief reporter for the Daily Star
Daily Star
Episode: PAST TOURNAMENTS: England 1966 - Part Two
Rachel Brazier
Deputy Ambassador of the United Kingdom in Mexico
British Embassy in Mexico City
Episode: PAST TOURNAMENTS: England 1966 - Part One
Mikkel Christensen
Danish journalist, football journalist and football expert
Danish media
Episode: NEWS: Mexico City on Edge; Christian Eriksen Collapse
Mike Ingham
Broadcaster, BBC Radio chief football correspondent for 23 years
BBC
Episode: SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Iconic Commentator Mike Ingham - Part One
Jeremy Christie
Former New Zealand international midfielder and founder of FC Highland
FC Highland, former player
Episode: SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Leadership, with ex-New Zealand International Midfielder Jeremy Christie - Part Two
Kieran McArdle
Guest on leadership in soccer/business
Soccer leadership consultant
Episode: SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Leadership, with ex-New Zealand International Midfielder Jeremy Christie - Part One

Hosts

Paul Schmidt-Troschke
Host introducing the show and guiding discussion
Jon Bonfiglio
Host of the show; co-host discussions and banter
Declan Link
Football expert joining to discuss penalties; guest-appearing in episodes

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Meh

    Stopped listening today after a very weird podcast about Vinicius Jr … one of the hosts begins with a whole “oh racism is terrible in all its forms, we must stand up to it whenever we see it” spiel, whenever you hear something like that you know there’s a “but”coming. The other host, Paul, then starts talking about how Vini Jr came from a poor upbringing in Brazil, and he has to get over that and move on and … stop celebrating so much? It’s not quite clear what he did to provoke racist abuse… al... more

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Some episodes are praised for insightful guest perspectives and banter, while others miss the mark on handling controversy.
A reviewer notes uneven tone when addressing sensitive topics and questions host balance; strong divergence in views.
Listeners may enjoy deep-dive tactical talk but some episodes feel uneven in pacing.

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#159
United States/Sports/Soccer
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#180
Canada/Sports/Soccer
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#89
France/Sports/Soccer
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#141
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#20
South Africa/Sports/Soccer
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#25
Taiwan/Sports/Soccer

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SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Colombian Teacher & Broadcaster Constanza Leal Melo on the Indivisibility of Football, Politics & History in Colombia
Q: What's the general sense from Colombia about how the team has been playing so far and their hopes for the tournament?
Constanza acknowledges she is not a football expert but notes that social media and public sentiment suggest the team is playing well and that there is broad public hope and unity around the squad despite political divisions.
WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE SERIES: Positions & Their Roles - The Striker
Q: How does Dennis Bergkamp illustrate a more complete forward compared to the traditional poacher?
Bergkamp is presented as a complete forward with technical excellence, strong link-up play, and the ability to both score and assist, contrasting with the poacher archetype.
WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE SERIES: Positions & Their Roles - The Striker
Q: What makes Gary Lineker a quintessential 'fox in the box' and how does that relate to the reader of the game?
Lineker is described as a poacher who is exceptionally positioned in the box with quick reactions and minimal touches, embodying a player who reads the flow of play to be in the right place at the right time.
SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Iconic Commentator Mike Ingham - Part One
Q: With the Premier League era changing how teams are managed and prepared, how did that influence England's World Cup performances in your view?
He notes that post-1990 the competition's dynamics changed as clubs gained more influence, which altered team cohesion and the ability to sustain a united run through a World Cup.
SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Iconic Commentator Mike Ingham - Part One
Q: You've attended eight World Cups and worked with ten England managers; do you feel England ever truly had a squad capable of winning a World Cup?
Mike explains that in 1990 England had a squad with substantial leaders and would have had a strong chance if they had converted that semi-final performance into a win; later, the rise of the Premier League shifted club power ahead of country unity, which affected World Cup outcomes.

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This show centers football culture, tactics, governance, and global tournaments through alchemical conversations between a duo of hosts and a rotating set of guests. Episodes balance in-depth football analysis with light banter and cultural context, often weaving in personal journeys, fan experiences, and World Cup lore. Noteworthy is the willingness to explore controversial topics (governance, gender in the sport, geopolitical angles) alongside traditional match analysis, creating a feel that blends punditry with accessible storytelling. The format appears to attract listeners who enjoy thoughtful yet approachable football discourse with a global, culturally aware lens, plus opportunities for sponsors and guests to engage with premium cont... more

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6. Mikkel Christensen
7. Mike Ingham
8. Jeremy Christie

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