Ornstein transfer latest: Bouaddi, Alvarez & Bruno Guimaraes
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The Athletic FC.
Hi there and welcome to The Athletic FC podcast with me, Adam Leventhal, live in New York as we gear up to the first semi-final of this World Cup between France and Spain. Yeah, hi there, everyone. Welcome to the ACAST HQ here in New York, our home for the final week of the tournament. So we're getting ready for tonight's huge game in Dallas, France, looking to reach a third consecutive World Cup final. The European champions, Spain, standing in their way. A big focus on transfers today as well, on the emerging talent who could be on the move, like Ayub Bouadi, wanted by Manchester City.
What are we covering live from New York ahead of France vs Spain?
Also more established names as well that could be switching places. this summer. Joining me today is David Ornstein once again. Look at those legs. All covered up, David.
It's such a shame. I didn't feel as brave today. No, it's good. It's good to see you. You all right? Yeah, very good. Looking forward to this round of four. Round of four. Is that what we're calling it? That's what we're calling it. There's been so many round-offs.
Now we're in the semi-finals. Let's bring it on. The semi-finals. And Ruben Pinder, our roving reporter for the World Cup. How are you?
Exhausted, but really pleased to be here.
Yeah, no, it's great to have you. Ruben, I'm going to start with you because you have had quite an adventure. Just for people who, you know, don't know what you've been up to, who haven't been engaging in our social content. What the hell have you been doing? What have you been doing? You've had a camera and a mic in hand. You've had an amazing journey for the last, what, 30 odd days?
Yeah, we've been across five cities. I want to shout out Joe Crisale, my colleague, who's been traveling around and deserves probably most of the credit. Yeah, we're in Los Angeles for sort of 12 days, I think. Mexico City briefly as well. Dallas, Miami, and now in York. So five cities, about 10 games, lots of different fan bases, and one social video every day, which, like you say, if people haven't seen them, then that's a failure on our part. But if they want to go through and watch them, then the Athletic FC social channels.
Well, you know what we should probably do is this feels a bit like Big Brother back in the day or other sort of talent shows. Let's have a look at your best bits so far for this tournament. A little compilation, your World Cup roadshow. Let's have a look.
Will USMNT ever win the World Cup?
Ever. Ever is a long time, so I'm going to have to say yes on that.
How much? $1,200. $1,200? How did you feel about paying that much?
Uncomfortable.
The team plays for the people, not for any government, in my opinion, and so that's why I'm always proud to support the team. If you could make one change to Thomas Tuchel's England squad, what would it be? Cole Palmer.
I don't think he deserves to start after this season, but to not have him on the bench, I think it's criminal.
What are the top five countries that players at this World Cup were born in?
Is Spain one of them?
Spain is the fifth most common birthplace.
Thinking, no, no, it's not here.
France?
France is top. No way. Kevin De Bruyne or Bruno Fernandes? We love Manchester United. Kevin De Bruyne. Kevin De Bruyne. One of the strong rivals. I feel like England is one of the weakest, to be honest. Without offending. No, no pasa nada. Do you guys have anything nice to say about Lionel Messi? Magician. The ball is a magnet to his foot. Greatest playmaker of all time. Great dribbler of all time. And much respect to them and to Argentina. Do you have anything nice to say about Cristiano Ronaldo? He does have great thighs.
Rugby, AFL, basketball, because I just like basketball.
What did Ruben’s World Cup roadshow highlights and fan clips reveal?
No, it's soccer. A Norway fan teaches an England fan how to pronounce their players' names. Sander Berge. Sander Berge. Sander Berge.
Sander Berge.
Drew Bellingham, you're the hero of the nation, mate. Keep on playing. We're all behind you. See you in New York. He's probably the best player we've ever produced. The moments like that, we really needed him. He's made the whole thing worthwhile.
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Chapters
7 chapters
1
What is the main topic discussed in this episode?
0:02–0:44
2
What are we covering live from New York ahead of France vs Spain?
0:44–3:39
3
What did Ruben’s World Cup roadshow highlights and fan clips reveal?
3:39–23:48
4
What was the Day 34 quiz question about the 1934 World Cup host and winner?
23:48–28:08
5
How are conditions and stadium atmosphere expected to affect France vs Spain in Dallas?
28:08–35:05
6
How do France and Spain compare tactically and which players could decide the semi?
35:05–46:58
7
What did press conferences reveal about Mbappé, Lamine Yamal and team mindsets?
46:58–49:38
Speakers
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