FUT IN REVIEW

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The worldwide launch of FC 27 is finally here! GPM, Neil, and Graham (Homer) break down everything you need to know as millions of new players flood the pitch. From day-one pack luck and essential camera/passing settings to surviving manual defending and making sense of the brand-new Gallery mode and "Destined for Glory" promo, this episode is packed with launch night strategies to get y...

FC 27 is officially in our hands! John, John Kirkham, and Graeme (Mr. Blue) return for the second episode of Season 9 to deliver their unfiltered first impressions after their first 24 hours with the new game. From the return of manual defending and slower passing dynamics to low-driven shots, early SBCs, and the "New Zealand flight" launch day experience, the panel breaks down what'...

Season 9 is officially underway! John, John Kirkham, and Neil reunite to break down everything you need to know for the FC 27 launch. From early access tricks and Web App day-one strategies to building competitive starter squads without spending a single FIFA point, we've got you covered for kickoff week. ### ⚽ IN THIS EPISODE: * **The Kick-Off (00:00):** Season 9 welcome, Web App launch date...

WE’RE BACK! Season 9 of FUT IN REVIEW is officially LIVE, and this year, we are taking things to a whole new level. First up: we’re doubling down on content. Every single Tuesday, our Patreon supporters get a brand-new, exclusive midweek bonus episode. That means public shows drop every Sunday, but Patrons get early access every Friday AND that bonus show every Tuesday. We’ve also completely revam...

Welcome to FUT in Review #741 —our final FC 26 podcast of Season 8! Today, John is joined by the two most handsome men in Scotland, Neil and Nathan (Hercules), for an in-depth, honest retrospective of the entire game cycle. Moving past the hype, the trio breaks down what actually worked, what broke down, and whether FC 26 lived up to its initial promise. We break down the highlights, nightmares, a...

Welcome back to FUT in Review #740 ! Today, Grandpapa Mac (Chris) and John Kirkham (John K) take over the studio to break down the summer FUTTIES grind, honor the passing of legendary Italian defender AC Milan icon Franco Baresi, and run an extensive, lawyer-reviewed cost-benefit analysis on the newly announced EA Sports FC 27 Pre-Order editions. We break down the financial value and gameplay cont...

Welcome back to FUT in Review #739 ! Today, John and Homer (Graeme) reunite after a well-deserved one-week breather to break down the first official gameplay details released by EA Sports. Moving away from pure real-life football, the duo dissects the deep-dive pitch notes and six-minute trailer to explore what competitive FUT 27 mechanics will actually look like on the pitch. We break down the te...

The dust has officially settled, the confetti has been swept away from the MetLife Stadium, and after a month of unparalleled drama, late-night shocks, and unforgettable system battles, the 2026 World Cup has crowned a new champion. Spain stands on top of the world, records have been entirely shattered, and the ultimate 50-episode daily marathon has reached its grand finish line. Welcome to the go...

Lionel Messi had zero shots in a World Cup final. Zero. The greatest player in history, in what is most certainly his last World Cup appearance for Argentina, was suffocated so badly by Spain that he barely touched the ball. Spain are world champions, and they won it without Messi having a single attempt on goal. Welcome back to World Cup Daily #49 ! Today, the ultimate panel—Shaq, John, Nathan, a...

Welcome back to World Cup Daily #48 ! Today, John and James Toland return to review a legendary, topsy-turvy goal-fest at the Hard Rock Stadium before shifting focus to tonight's generation-defining grand final in New Jersey! We break down the historic metrics and touchline systems unfiltered: The 10-Goal Miami Explosion: England clinches third place at the World Cup after a jaw-dropping 6-4 v...

The match absolutely no one wants to play is officially here. You have just had your World Cup dreams shattered in the semifinals, your squad is completely running on fumes, and yet you are forced to step onto the pitch one last time. Is the bronze medal match a prestigious soccer accolade or a meaningless commercial cash grab? Welcome back to World Cup Daily #47 ! Today, John and James Toland tea...

Welcome back to World Cup Daily #46 ! Today, Grandpapa Mack Chris and John launch an absolute post-mortem debate into the tactical hierarchies of international management. We break down why defensive retreats consistently end in train wrecks, evaluate the psychological demands of hotel bubbles, and look ahead to the ultimate final match-up. 🧠 The Semifinal Managers: Blueprints vs. Lapses The tour...

Spain and Argentina have officially punched their tickets to the World Cup final in New Jersey! While the control masters of La Roja cruise forward, the defending champions survive an absolute late-game tactical war to break English hearts once again. Welcome back to World Cup Daily #42 ! Today, Shaq and James Toland return to dissect a breathtaking semifinal clash in Atlanta, tracking the exact s...

Welcome back to World Cup Daily #41 ! Today, Shaq and James Toland break down a masterclass of containment in Dallas, tracking how Didier Deschamps' rigid selections backfired while turning their focus toward tonight's blockbuster semifinal between England and Argentina! We break down the tactical setups and historical rivalries unfiltered: ⏱️ MID-SHOW HYDRATION BREAK 👑 Join our Patreon:...

The heavyweight World Cup semifinals are finally here! The unstoppable force of France's attack goes head-to-head with the immovable object of Spain's control masters in an absolute blockbuster duel in Dallas! Welcome back to World Cup Daily #43 ! Today, John and James Toland are setting the stage for one of international soccer's fiercest rivalries. With a ticket to the grand final in...

The single-elimination tournament bracket has claimed some of the absolute biggest heavyweights in world football! With no matches on the schedule, we build our own stats-backed, story-driven squad featuring the best-performing stars heading home! Welcome back to World Cup Daily #42 . For the first time in over five weeks of non-stop action, the tournament observed a quiet rest block. Today, Shaq...

The World Cup semifinal lineup is officially locked in! Jude Bellingham single-handedly rescues the Three Lions from the brink of elimination, defending champions Argentina break a fierce Swiss resistance, and major tournament fatigue completely takes over the bracket! Welcome back to World Cup Daily #41 . Day 26 of the World Cup 2026 is officially wrapped. Today, Grandpapa Mac Chris is joined by...

The heavyweight quarterfinals deliver ultimate edge-of-your-seat drama! Spain's super-sub unlocks the Red Devils at the death, dynamic injury crises rewrite the bracket blueprint, and a blockbuster semifinal is locked in! Welcome back to World Cup Daily #40 ! Today, Shaq is joined by the gaffer John to break down a breathtaking quarterfinal clash. We map out the closing margins of the single-e...

Welcome back to World Cup Daily #39 ! Today, John is joined once again by Graham Homer to break down a breathtaking quarterfinal opening act. We map out the closing margins of the single-elimination bracket, deep-dive into elite technical statistics, and celebrate our massive number-one podcast ranking in Vietnam! We break down the final whistle tactical standouts and system analysis unfiltered: T...

We break down the tactical predictions and statistical golden boot races unfiltered: France vs. Morocco (Prediction: 3-1 France): We expect a beautifully open, front-foot attacking spectacle in Boston. While Morocco’s transitional counter-attacks can easily hurt teams out wide, Achraf Hakimi's aggressive overlaps will invite devastating space for Bradley Barcola, Michael Olise, and Kylian Mbap...

Welcome back to World Cup Daily #37 ! Today, John is joined by Graham Homer to break down a breathtaking final pair of Round-of-16 matches. We navigate high-stakes tactical shifts, late-game collapses, and boiling touchline controversies while celebrating the tournament's first official day of rest! We break down the final whistle analysis and elite upcoming previews unfiltered: The 11-Minute...

We break down the final whistle analysis and elite upcoming previews unfiltered: The Final Act of a Legend: Spain books a massive quarterfinal date against Switzerland after a highly strategic, tactical 1-0 triumph over Portugal in Dallas. Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino struck a brilliant 87th-minute winner to seal the game. While Diogo Costa pulled off back-to-back world-class saves to keep Por...

Welcome back to World Cup Daily #35 . Day 25 is in the books after a truly breathtaking Monday of knockout football! Today, Shaq is joined by the gaffer John to break down a chaotic, high-stakes schedule where tournament heavyweights fell, and political controversy completely overshadowed the rule of law. We break down the historic triumphs and off-pitch corruption debates unfiltered: 👑 Join our...