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WORLD CUP ETC - NEWS: Venezuela Beat USA in World Baseball Classic

20 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke and Jon Bonfiglio on Venezuela's groundbreaking victory in Baseball's showpiece international tournament. 

WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE SERIES: Positions & Their Roles - The Holding Midfielder

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Declan Link & Jon Bonfiglio discuss the most crucial, least heralded role of all: the man in the hole. 

WORLD CUP ETC - DISCUSSION: Asset or Liability? Neymar Jnr Left Out of Pre-Tournament Brazil Squad

18 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Declan Link & Jon Bonfiglio discuss the enigma that is Neymar Jnr. 

WORLD CUP ETC - BREAKING NEWS: Morocco Declared Africa Cup of Nations Champions, Senegal Stripped of Title

18 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Morocco have been declared Africa Cup of Nations champions after their appeal over the result of January’s final was upheld, with Senegal stripped o...

WORLD CUP ETC - SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Cornish Miners & Football in Mexico, with Dr. Sharron Schwartz

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Dr. Sharron Schwartz about the history and legacy of Cornish Miners across Latin America, in particular how football accompani...

WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE SERIES: Positions & Their Roles - The Winger

15 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Declan Link & Jon Bonfiglio discuss the classic winger, their skills, psychology and box-office draw. 

WORLD CUP ETC - DISCUSSION: WC Themed Board Games

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke, Declan Link & Jon Bonfiglio reunite to discuss the pressing issue of World Cup-themed board games. 

WORLD CUP ETC - NEWS: Iran Pulls Out of Tournament; Intercontinental Playoffs in Doubt; FIFA Cuts WC Operating Costs

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke with the latest news from around the world. 

WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE SERIES: Positions & Their Roles - The Striker

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Starting a new mini-series, Declan Link & Jon Bonfiglio take an in-depth look at positions, their identities and psychology, via some of the most ...

WORLD CUP ETC - DISCUSSION: War, Asylum & Iranian Woman Footballers

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio discuss the situation and complexities faced by the Iranian women's national team. 

WORLD CUP ETC - DISCUSSION: Foxborough (pop. 20,000) v FIFA

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Declan Link and Paul Schmidt-Troschke discuss the stand-off between the town of Foxborough, Boston - home to Gillette Stadium - and FIFA, as the games...

WORLD CUP ETC - DISCUSSION: Messi at the White House

08 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio discuss the visit of MLS Cup Winners Inter Miami to Donald Trump's White House. 

WORLD CUP ETC - NEWS: Malaysian Football Fraud Update; Brazil Highlights Gender Violence Ahead of 2027 Women’s World Cup; Mexico Announces Increased Security After Cartel Violence

07 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke with the latest news from around the world. 

WORLD CUP ETC - DISCUSSION: Russia At the Door of Sporting Re-Entry

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio discuss the re-rentry of Russia & Belarus into sporting international sporting competitions, and debate ...

WORLD CUP ETC - DISCUSSION: Scotland Fans Allowed to Wear Sporrans

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Declan Link speaks to Robin Richardson about the now-resolved sporran controversy for Scottish fans. 

WORLD CUP ETC - DISCUSSION: Iran, Sport & War

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio discuss the US/Israeli attack on Iran, implications, and what sport means in relation to war. 

WORLD CUP ETC - LIVE FROM ORLANDO CITY V INTER MIAMI: Leo Messi does Leo Messi

03 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Football expert Declan Link reports live from the Inter&Co Stadium, as Orlando City meet Inter Miami in the MLS. 

WORLD CUP ETC - NEWS: FIFA, Gaza & the Board of Peace

01 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio take a look at FIFA's involvement with Donald Trump's Board of Peace in Gaza.

WORLD CUP ETC: LIVE ON TALKSPORT: Lost Lionesses Return to Mexico

28 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Lionesses Trudy McCaffery & Chris Lockwood, alongside British Ambassador Sussanah Goshko, and Jon Bonfiglio, join Paul Ross and Kane Reeves for a ...

WORLD CUP ETC #014 - Focus on Argentina '78; ; Prestianni Provisional Ban; Host City Special - Vancouver

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke, Declan Link & Jon Bonfiglio continue their trek through World Cups past, and discuss other topics of the day. 

WORLD CUP ETC - LIVE: In Mexico City, with the 'Lost Lionesses', 55 years on.

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke and Jon Bonfiglio launch the upcoming coverage and interviews based around COPA71 and England's 'Lost Lionesses.'

WORLD CUP ETC - DISCUSSION: "In Canada, Curling is Bigger than Jesus" - Unpicking the Winter Olympics, with Jules Boykoff

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jon Bonfiglio speaks to writer, academic Jules Boykoff about the events - and the implications of - the Winter Olympics of Milan Cortina.Jules Boykoff...

WORLD CUP ETC - LIVE ON TALKSPORT: Violent Fallout from Drug Lord's Killing & Potential Implications for Mexico & the World Cup

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Paul Ross about the potential implications for Mexico and the World Cup, as a result of the wide-ranging violence which struck...

WORLD CUP ETC - NEWS: Chaos in Mexico Host City Guadalajara after Killing of Cartel Leader

23 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke and Jon Bonfiglio break down the news and its implications after a day of violence in Mexico. 

WORLD CUP ETC - HISTORY: Spain '82, Biggest Defeat in Men's World Cup History as Hungary Beat El Salvador 10-1

22 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jon Bonfiglio speaks to World Cup Etc regular guest Gordon Mousinho, who attended the World Cup's most one-sided encounter in Elche, Spain on Jun...

WORLD CUP ETC - NEWS: Neymar, the Brazil Squad & Possible Retirement

22 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke is joined by Jon Bonfiglio to look at Neymar Jnr.'s comments regarding retirement, the Brazil squad and the upcoming World ...

WORLD CUP ETC - DISCUSSION: End of the European Super League

21 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke is joined by football expert Declan Link to digest the conclusive (?) end of the European Super League. 

WORLD CUP ETC - DISCUSSION: Jim Ratcliffe, Colonization and How Not to Apologize

20 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Declan Link joins Paul Schmidt-Troschke to discuss Jim Ratcliffe's controversial immigrant comments and their potential effect on Manchester Unit...

WORLD CUP ETC - DISCUSSION: Vinicius Jnr, Racism, Benfica & Prestianni

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio discuss the events & fallout from the Benfica v Real Madrid Champions League match which was stopped for...

WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE: The Ukrainan 'Helmet of Memory' & the IOC

18 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Pau Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio discuss the issues and fallout resulting from the disqualification of Ukrainian athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych...

WORLD CUP ETC - BREAKING NEWS: Return to Mexico for Lost Lionesses of 1971

16 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jon Bonfiglio with breaking news of upcoming special coverage of the return to Mexico of England's Lost Lionesses from 1971. 

WORLD CUP ETC - NEWS: Mexico City Sex Workers Displaced Ahead of World Cup

16 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke with news of pre-tournament displacements in Mexico City, alongside Jon Bonfiglio. 

WORLD CUP ETC - NEWS: Tuchel Contract Extension & England Friendlies

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke details breaking news from the England camp, alongside analysis from football expert Declan Link.

WORLD CUP ETC #013 - James Rodriguez to Minnesota Utd; Focus on Spain '82; Killing of Andres Escobar Remembered; Host City Special - Los Angeles

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The World Cup retrospectives continue! Joining Paul Schmidt-Troschke, Declan Link & Jon Bonfiglio on another full episode this week to discuss Spa...

WORLD CUP ETC - NEWS: Barcelona President Laporta Explains Departure from Super League Project

10 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke with news of Barcelona President Joan Laporta's statement about his club's rejection of the European Super League, wit...

WORLD CUP ETC - DISCUSSION: Leon Goretzka & European Unity

10 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio discuss German midfielder Leon Goretzka's comments on how Donald Trump's expansionist policies has...

WORLD CUP ETC - NEWS: Measles Health Alert in Host City Guadalajara

08 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke is joined by Jon Bonfiglio to discuss the measles outbreak which has hit Guadalajara, a key host city in Mexico for the World Cu...

WORLD CUP ETC - DISCUSSION: Political Statements & Pep Guardiola

08 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Journalist Jon Bonfiglio and football expert Declan Link discuss the recent statements of Pep Guardiola on Palestine and related topics, and the debat...

WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE: Viability of US Rail for Tournament Travel

06 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Journalist Paul Schmidt-Troschke speaks to Declan Link about the US railways and their viability for travel during the World Cup. 

WORLD CUP ETC - NEWS: Attacks on Saint-Maximin Spotlight Racism in Mexican Football

04 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke reports on the racist incidents directed to Frenchman Allan Saint-Maximin, and the issue of racism in Mexican football.

WORLD CUP ETC - NEWS: "Insane" USA Parking Prices Back in the Spotlight

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Journalist Paul Schmidt-Troschke & football expert Declan Link break down the controversy aruond FIFA's parking passes for the summer tournam...

WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE: Greenland & Football's Role in Resisting

02 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jon Bonfiglio looks at football in Greenland and how the sport plays a crucial role in national self-identity.

WORLD CUP ETC #012 - Changing Face of Football; Focus on Mexico '86; Towels on the Touchline; Host City Special - Houston

01 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Join journalists Jon Bonfiglio & Paul Schmidt-Troschke, alongside veteran football expert Declan Link - and special guests who attended the Mexico...

WORLD CUP ETC - INTERVIEW: Soccer Writer Leander Schaerlaeckens

31 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Leander Schaerlaeckens, author of 'The Long Game, U.S. Men's Soccer and Its Savage, Four-Decade Journey to the Top, ...

WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE: Nations Choose Team Bases & Locations

30 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Football expert Declan Link & journalist Jon Bonfiglio analyze what teams look for in locations and bases, and ask why so many are as yet unconfir...

WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE: Michel Platini Interview

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke and Jon Bonfiglio unpick the talking points from Michel Platini's major press interview. 

WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE: How Major Sports Events Accelerate Human Rights Abuses

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio react to the killings in Iran and analyze how major sporting tournaments are often lightning rods for an acc...

WORLD CUP ETC - LIVE ON TALKSPORT: Gunmen Kill 11 at Mexico Football Match

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Paul Ross for Talk Sport about the shooting in Mexico, and its implications for the upcoming World Cup. 

WORLD CUP ETC - NEWS: Sepp Blatter Calls for USA Boycott

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio discuss ex-FIFA president Sepp Blatter's calls for a boycott of World Cup matches in the USA to protest...

WORLD CUP ETC #011 - Delusional FIFA; Focus on Italia '90; Panenkas; Host City Special - Houston

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Join journalists Jon Bonfiglio & Paul Schmidt-Troschke, alongside veteran football expert Declan Link, and special guest with unique World Cup ped...

WORLD CUP ETC - NEWS: European Football Weighs Response to Greenland Threats

24 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Football expert Declan Link and journalist Jon Bonfiglio discuss the meeting of European football chiefs and the pressure on the Greenland Football Fe...

WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE: Palestinian Football Pitch Faces Demolition

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Journalist Paul Schmidt-Troschke looks at how a football pitch serving hundreds of Palestinian children in the Aida refugee camp in the occupied West ...

WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE SERIES: Spanish Football Special - Episode 3: Squaring the Circle of National Footballing Culture

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jon Bonfiglio presents a series on Spanish football history and culture, arguing that has gone before precisely affects what it is that we see now. 

WORLD CUP ETC - REPORT: Africa Cup of Nations

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Football expert Declan Link contemplates the Africa Cup of Nations, alongside journalists Jon Bonfiglio & Paul Schmidt-Troschke. 

WORLD CUP ETC - NEWS: Los Angeles Olympics Promises Affordable Tickets

18 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke and Jon Bonfiglio discuss the news that Los Angeles 2028 Olympics chiefs have promised an "affordable and inclusive", ...

WORLD CUP ETC - NEWS: British MPs Urge FIFA to Remove USA from Own World Cup

17 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke and Jon Bonfiglio discuss the news that a group of 23 MPs from the United Kingdom have signed a motion calling on international ...

WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE SERIES: Spanish Football Special - Episode 2: The Greatest Rivalry

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jon Bonfiglio presents a series on Spanish football history and culture, arguing that has gone before precisely affects what it is that we see now. 

WORLD CUP ETC - NEWS: Uncertainty as Trump's Visa Ban Isolates Global Tournament

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Journalist Paul Schmidt-Troschke with breaking news on how the US ban on visa processing for 75 countries is generating unease and concern ahead of th...

WORLD CUP ETC #010 - Focus on USA 1994; Messi at the WC; Lineker/Link Comparisons; Host City Special - Dallas

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Join journalists Jon Bonfiglio & Paul Schmidt-Troschke, alongside veteran football expert Declan Link, special guests Farrukh Quraishi and Dr. Kei...

WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE SERIES: Spanish Football Special - Episode 1: Alonso and Real Madrid, the Unmanageable Club

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jon Bonfiglio presents a series on Spanish football history and culture, arguing that has gone before precisely affects what it is that we see now. 

WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE: German Fans Share Hopes for the Upcoming Tournament

11 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Journalist Paul Schmidt-Troschke speaks to German fans in Essen, Germany, about their hopes for the upcoming tournament. 

WORLD CUP ETC - SPECIAL: Looking Forward to the Year Ahead

11 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Journalists Jon Bonfiglio & Paul Schmidt-Troschke and football expert Declan Link start the year with a look ahead to their potential highlights f...

WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE: Protests & Football in Iran

02 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jon Bonfiglio looks at the nationwide protests taking place in Iran, four years on from the unrest which swept the country and became a major feature ...

WORLD CUP ETC - SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Dennis Chin, Football Agent & President of Global Soccer Division, Young Money APAA Sports

31 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From a childhood dream in the Caribbean to a decade-long professional football career across continents, Dennis's journey has always been fueled ...

WORLD CUP ETC - HISTORY: The Football War Between Honduras & El Salvador

26 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke dives into history and looks at the so-called football war of 1969 between Honduras and El Salvador. 

WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE: Raúl Jiménez - The Irrefutable Link Between Adversity & Hope

23 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jon Bonfiglio breaks down the relationship between the recurring narratives of Mexico's history and its historic footballing under-achievements, ...

WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE: Tiny Comoros Islands & the Global Football Stage

20 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke looks at the incredible story of the Comoros Islands, and how their identity is tied in with its rise to international football ...

WORLD CUP ETC #009 - Capped Price Tickets; Focus on France 1998; Host City Special - Kansas; Review of Simon Kuper Interview

19 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join journalists Jon Bonfiglio & Paul Schmidt-Troschke, alongside veteran football expert Declan Link, special guests Sean New and Liv Samuels for...

WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE: Scottish Fans & the Big Brazil Match

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The first in a series showcasing fans and their perspectives on their upcoming World Cup fixtures, starting with the Tartan Army and the upcoming Scot...

WORLD CUP ETC - SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Simon Kuper, author of 'World Cup Fever'

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Declan Link and Jon Bonfiglio speak to football authority and journalist for the Financial Times Simon Kuper on a wide array of topics related to foot...

WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE: Preview of 3 Group-Stage Key Clashes

14 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Journalists Jon Bonfiglio, Paul Schmidt-Troshcke and football expert Declan Link each preview a key fixture from the group stage of World Cup 2026. 

WORLD CUP ETC - REPORT: Seattle Pride Match Follow-Up & FairSquare Files Ethics Complaint Over FIFA Neutrality

11 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Journalist Paul Schmidt-Troschke reports on the ongoing issues regarding the Seattle Pride Match and FairSquare's complaint to FIFA’s Ethics Co...

WORLD CUP ETC - LIVE ON TALKSPORT: Football & Logistics - Mexico's Tournament Preparation

10 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Alongside Paul Ross & Kane Reeves, Jon Bonfiglio gives an update on where Mexico currently stands in its preparations for the World Cup, and the c...

WORLD CUP ETC - REPORT: Seattle Pride Match Lands Iran & Egypt

09 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Journalist Paul Schmidt-Troschke reports on how Seattle chose to highlight a World Cup match as inclusive of all, only to draw repressive Iran and Egy...

WORLD CUP ETC - REPORT: Iran & Haiti Face Visa Bans to USA

07 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Journalist Paul Schmidt-Troschke reports on the exclusion of fans from Iran and Haiti from the USA, ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

WORLD CUP ETC - LIVE: Reaction from the World Cup Draw

05 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join journalists Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio, and football expert Declan Link with live reaction to the 2026 World Cup Draw. 

WORLD CUP ETC - ANALYSIS: Groups of Death, with Declan Link

04 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Football expert Declan Link analyzes Groups of Death through previous World Cups, and what they mean. 

WORLD CUP ETC #008 - Special Treatment for Ronaldo; Focus on Japan & South Korea 2002; Host City Special - Toronto; Look Ahead to the World Cup Draw

02 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join journalists Jon Bonfiglio & Paul Schmidt-Troschke, alongside veteran football expert Declan Link, crowd favorite Cookey and this week's ...

WORLD CUP ETC - THE GREATS: Maradona, 5 years on from his death, with Jon Bonfiglio

29 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jon Bonfiglio takes a look at the legacy of Diego Armando Maradona, and how the man is inseparable from Italian club Napoli. 

WORLD CUP ETC - LIVE: Miami Stadium, with Paul Schmidt-Troschke

28 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

WORLD CUP ETC - REACTION: FIFA Announces Pots Ahead of the WC Draw

26 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Journalist Jon Bonfiglio speaks to football expert Declan Link about the team seedings and pots ahead of the World Cup draw. 

WORLD CUP ETC - TEAM CULTURES: England’s Cultural Identity & Evolution

23 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Journalist Jon Bonfiglio speaks to football expert Declan Link about England’s evolution over the last generation. 

WORLD CUP ETC - LIVE: Jon Bonfiglio on talkSport from Haiti, Final Report

21 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

With presenter Paul Ross, correspondent Jon Bonfiglio gives his final live report from Haiti after the country's World Cup qualification. 

WORLD CUP ETC - NEWS: World Cup Playoffs & Reaction

20 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schmidt-Troschke reports on the play-off draw for the 2026 World Cup, with reaction from journalist Jon Bonfiglio. 

WORLD CUP ETC - LIVE: Paul Schmidt-Troschke Reports on CONCACAF Qualifying from Haiti

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Reporting on-the-ground in Haiti, journalist Paul Schmidt-Troschke reports live from Haiti on the exciting final round of CONCACAF qualifiers for the ...

WORLD CUP ETC - LIVE: Jon Bonfiglio on talkSport from Haiti, Qualifying for 1st World Cup in 50 Years

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Live in Cap-Haitian on Haiti's north coast, Jon Bonfiglio reports live on the night Haiti beats Niacaragua 2-0 and advances to its first World Cu...

WORLD CUP ETC - LIVE: Paul Schmidt-Troschke at the Haitian National League on the eve on Haiti’s potential World Cup qualification

17 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Reporting on-the-ground in Haiti, journalist Paul Schmidt-Troschke reports live from a match live in the Haitian National League, and brings context o...

WORLD CUP ETC #007 - Preview of International Window; Historic FIFA Corruption Accusations; Focus on Germany 2006; Host City Special - Monterrey; Parking Rates at WC Venues

14 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join journalists Jon Bonfiglio & Paul Schmidt-Troschke, alongside veteran football experts Declan Link for a look at all things related to the Wor...

WORLD CUP ETC - EXTRAORDINARY STORIES: A Suitcase Full of Tickets

13 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The incredible story of how World Cup regular Garry Mitchell ended up with a suitcase full of tickets in Stuttgart, during Germany 2006, and what he d...

WORLD CUP ETC - SPECIAL INTERVIEW: "Fifa - A Money Factory with Football Stashed in its Annex" - Interview with Jules Boykoff, on How Elections in NYC Present a Generational Opportunity to Hold FIFA to Account

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jules Boykoff is a former professional footballer who represented the US U23 National Team in international matches, and is now a critical academic an...

WORLD CUP ETC #006 - Featured on talkSport; Announcing Live Events in Mexico; Special Guest Jeremy Christie; Focus on South Africa 2010; Host City Special - Boston

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join journalists Jon Bonfiglio & Paul Schmidt-Troschke, alongside veteran football experts Declan Link & special guest and former professional...

WORLD CUP ETC #005 - Upcoming Live Events in Mexico & the USA; Focus on Brazil 2014; Host City Special - Philadelphia; US - Men's Team Potential & Hosting Challenges

29 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join journalists Jon Bonfiglio & Paul Schmidt-Troschke, alongside veteran football experts Declan Link & special guest Tom Cook from ABC affil...

WORLD CUP ETC #004 - Ongoing Debate over Moving Fixtures from Democrat Cities; Focus on Russia 2018; Host City Special - Atlanta; Cape Verde Domestic Football

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join journalists Jon Bonfiglio & Paul Schmidt-Troschke, alongside veteran football experts Declan Link & special guest Gordon Mousinho, for a ...

WORLD CUP ETC #003 - Round-Up of Qualifiers; Argentina Match Moved from Chicago's Soldier Field; Focus on Qatar 2022; Host City Special - Miami

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join journalist Jon Bonfiglio  and veteran football expert Declan Link for a look at all things related to the World Cup - the football, the stories,...

WORLD CUP ETC #002 - Protests, Boycotts & Politics; Transcendent Figures; Host Cities

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join veteran broadcaster Martin Kelner, football expert Declan Link and journalist Jon Bonfiglio for a look at all things related to the World Cup, th...

WORLD CUP ETC #001 - Footballing Cultures; Ryder Cup; Size of Tournament

30 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join veteran broadcaster Martin Kelner, football expert Declan Link and journalist Jon Bonfiglio for a look at all things related to the World Cup, th...