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We finally have our first two semifinalists of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. How did Spain and France get here? Brandon flies solo in giving you the match recap of Spain vs Belgium and France vs Morocco.

The final match of the Round of 16 has arrived! The tight game between Switzerland and Colombia had to be separated after 120 minutes. Steven, Jay, and Brandon give their post-match analysis on Switzerland's win. Brandon gives his thoughts on where Colombia goes from here for 2028 Copa America and 2030 World Cup Qualifiers. The FINAL EIGHT! The lads preview each match and predict results and o...

What are the most thrilling World Cup matches came to an explosive finish today as Egypt blows a 20 lead versus Argentina, led by the heroics of Messi and Company. The Deep Cinema 🎙️ breaks down all the chaos!

The trio of Brandon, Steven, and Jay return to the mic with a special Guest, Andrea, a longtime USMNT supporter since the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. The Stars and Stripes fall short to the tournament-experienced Belgium, 1-4. A night following drama with The White House, the U.S. Soccer Federation, and Flo Balogun, the U.S. built the pressure amongst themselves to face revenge after a 2-...

A stoppage time winner from subsitute Mikel Merino was all it took for Spain to win the chess match against their Iberian rivals, Portugal. Brandon flies solo as Host and Producer in this post-match analysis of this Round of 16 blockbuster at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

A new World Cup classic in the record books after England gives Mexico their first loss at the Estadio Azteca in thirteen (13) years. Brandon, Steven, and have the match recap. Jay subs in for a cameo at the end of the episode to give his thoughts on his home nation's result. Meanwhile, Brandon and Steven have a conversation regarding the controversy behind Folarin Balogun's red card that...

Haaland, Haaland, Haaland! The Machine from Manchester City knocks in a brace as he powers Norway into the Quarterfinal. The lads ask what is next for Brazil? Steven and Jay also recap all of the action we missed over the weekend!

SUUUUIIIIII! Ronaldo finally scores in a World Cup knockout as Portugal advances to the Round of 16. Spain also wins and dominates Austria to set up the Iberian Derby.

Heartbreaks for DR Congo and Senegal is joy for England and Belgium. Join us as we recap the trio of Round of 32 matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including the U.S. victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina in a 2-0 win. Jay leads the line in this episode with Brandon, Steven, and the newest special Guest of the Deep Cinema arsenal, Ryan!

Mexico moves on after a 2-0 win over Ecuador! Mexico will play a 'fifth game' for the first time since 1986.

DICTATOR MBAPPE AT IT AGAIN! Your trio of Brandon, Steven, and Jay, are back for a double Round of 32 action between Côte d'Ivoire vs Norway and France vs Sweden. The Ivorian hearts break as they couldn't get past Erling Haaland, Martin Ødegaard, and co. Meanwhile, Sweden were no match for Kylian Mbappe and his goons in a 3-0 smashing. Hear our thoughts on this World Cup in Review special!

Jay, Steven, and Allif break down an exciting opening day of the round of 32. Brazil takes it at the death over Japan. Can Don Carlo's men make a run? Germany once again crashes and burns out of the knockouts. What is next for deutschland? And Morocco shows it is for real with a huge win in penalties over the Netherlands.

Who will play who in the Round of 32?! The second to last Group Stage matches ended tonight! The blockbustrer between Colombia and Portugal ended in a scoreless draw. Meanwhile, DR Congo advance to the knockout phase in their first-ever FIFA World Cup; Uzbekistan eliminated. England prove themselves with a strong second half, Croatia's experience overpowers Ghana. Co-host and Co-Producer Brand...

Group E closes its doors today with two huge results! Ecuador advance in a must-win match against Germany. Simultaneously, the African side, Côte d'Ivoire cruise against the lovable CONCACAF side, Curaçao. Co-Host and co-Producer Brandon flies solo for this brief post-match analysis of the World Cup in Review.

The beginning of the end... Today was the conclusion of Groups A, B, and C at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Celebrations can be heard around the world, while heartbreaks can be felt in other parts. Join Brandon Cortes and Jay Shatara as they go over the final results of these three Groups and as well go over the impact of Mexican football culture and the icon... Guillermo "Memo" Ochoa's legacy.

The final game of the second match day in the Group Stage took place in Guadalajara tonight. Colombia took on the strict African side that is the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Daniel Muñoz shines once again for his Colombia. Our host Brandon goes solo again for this late episode.

He's back! Ronaldo opens up his World Cup 2026 account with a brace as Portugal cruises to victory. England look underwhelming against Ghana, and Croatia stay alive by eliminating Panama.

Messi shows off his GOAT abilities as he continues his tear early in this world cup. France dominates after a lengthy weather delay as Mbappe tries to keep up with Messi in the Golden Boot Race. And speaking of star power, Haaland shows he is here to stay in the tournament as he helps Norway advance to the round of 32.

A huge day in the 2026 FIFA World Cup! Spain return to normal Spain with a 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia. Cape Verde claim their second-ever point World Cup and score their first-ever goal(s) in an intense 2-2 draw vs. Uruguay. Iran fight for their lives vs. Belgium in a heroic performance by Alireza Beiravand. Egypt win their first-ever World Cup game in a 1-3 victory over the sneaky Kiwis of New Zea...

Welcome to another blockubster episode of our World Cup in Review series special of The Deep Cinema Podcast! Brandon and Steven dig into the results of Group E matches and the dramatic Türkiye vs. Paraguay match.

The Deep Cinema Podcast team welcomes Pat Flores for the post-match thoughts on Netherlands 5, Sweden 1. Following a 2-2 draw with Japan, the Dutch were in a must-win match vs the front line of Viktor Gyokeres, Alexander Isak, and Yasin Ayari. Pat Flores adds his thoughts on his own Liverpool FC players; five of which featured in today's blockbuster match.

The USA are off to a flying start as they take down the Socceroos 2-0 in Seattle. Haiti is eliminated after a "Vini" masterclass for Brazil, and Morocco continues its incredible form with a huge win against Scotland.

Brandon, Steven, and Jay get together to review Mexico's group clinching win over South Korea with a 1-0 win in Guadalajara. They also give a quick preview to the USA and Australia match taking place in Matchday 2, along with other day's results!

Minutes after the final whistle is blown, Brandon hits the mic to share his thoughts on the incredible defense and determination of Uzbekistan and the passion of Colombia to secure the three points. The final game of this first match day of the Group Stage, is now complete!

The final day of match day 1 in this first-ever 48-team FIFA World Cup. 2018 World Cup semi-final repeats with England facing Croatia in the Group Stage. Cristiano Ronaldo makes history with his sixth-ever FIFA World Cup experience; twenty years after 2006 edition in Germany. Brandon and Jay share their thoughts in some of the best games of the 2026 FIFA World Cup yet.