Michelle Kaufman on Messi’s Magic, USA’s Chances & Unique Media Procedures

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Recorded24 Jun 2026

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Michelle Kaufman joins the show to break down the latest storylines from the World Cup, where the tournament’s biggest stars continue to shine. She discusses Cristiano Ronaldo’s two-goal performance, celebrates Lionel Messi’s 39th birthday, and highlights Messi’s incredible start to the tournament with all five of Argentina’s goals so far. Kaufman also looks ahead to Argentina’s Round of 32 match in Miami, which is expected to create an electric atmosphere, while evaluating Brazil’s outlook and Team USA’s impressive start. Through two matches, Kaufman says she has never seen a U.S. squad play better and believes this team has proven it belongs among the world’s top competitors. The conversation also provides a behind-the-scenes look at covering the World Cup, including the unique media procedures that come with the tournament, before wrapping up with stories about Scotland supporters taking over American cities and even contributing to local beer shortages.

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