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The FC crew break down the USMNT's 2-0 victory over Australia in Seattle today. Former USMNT players as well as former head coach Jurgen Klinsmann examine America's stunning start to the World Cup. Then the group take a look at the performance of the other host nations after they both gained a win yesterday. Finally, the crew looks ahead to some of the other matches taking place this weekend. Lear...

This edition of ESPN FC starts by looking ahead to the USMNT's second World Cup match. This time they take on Australia. How big a challenge will the Socceroos pose? Next, the Tartan Army has taken over Boston ahead of their match today against Morocco. Will the good times keep rolling? Also, Mexico clinched their spot in the knockout round last night vs. South Korea. How far can this team go? The...

ESPN FC is live right after Mexico's big win vs. South Korea. Now that they've clinched their spot, how far will they go? Next, Poch has given an update on Christian Pulisic's status ahead of their match against Australia. Ronaldo was less than convincing vs. DR Congo, but his manager is standing by him. Would Portugal be better off if Ronaldo had less influence? Later, we have Shaka's power ranki...

The FC crew react to Portugal's 1-1 draw vs Congo DR and question why Cristiano Ronaldo played the whole game despite being ineffective for most of it. Plus, the guys break down England's win over Croatia as Kieran Gibbs & Nedum Onuoha analyze Jude Bellingham's decisive goal. Cristina Alexander also joins the show to preview Mexico's match vs South Korea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po...

The FC crew breaks down the World Cup action from Friday, mainly England's impressive 4-2 victory over Croatia. They also discuss Portugal's draw against DR Congo and then touch on wins for Ghana and Colombia in their respective matches. Plus a short preview of the USMNT's match against Australia on Friday and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to Lionel Messi's hat trick vs Algeria and break down all the records the Argentine broke on his way to an opening World Cup victory. Plus, Frank Leboeuf joins the show to react to France's win over Senegal and praise Kylian Mbappe for a brilliant 2nd half performance. The guys also give out their predictions for how they think England and Portugal will kick off later today. Lear...

The FC Crew react to Lionel Messi's remarkable hat trick in Argentina's 3-0 win over Algeria, as Messi ties Miroslav Klose for the most World Cup goals of all time at 16. Then, a breakdown of Kylian Mbappe's 2-goal game as France defeat Senegal 3-1 despite a shaky first half. Also, Erling Haaland leads Norway to a massive win over Iraq and Nedum Onuoha gives us an England-Croatia preview. Learn mo...

The FC crew continue to react to Cape Verde's stunning draw against Spain. Then, they discuss France's opener against Senegal on Tuesday before touching on the rest of the day's action. Plus, they quickly talk about Manchester United being linked with Crysencio Summerville. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC Crew react to the surprise of the World Cup so car as Cape Verde grab a point against Spain in their first ever World Cup match. Then, a recap of the rest of today's matches including Belgium's disappointing performance and the exhilarating Iran vs New Zealand match. Also, a preview of Tuesday's France vs Senegal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss the first few days of World Cup action, mainly Brazil's lackluster performance against Morocco. The guys break down the game and thentouch on some of the biggest stories in world football.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to the 2-2 thriller between the Netherlands and Japan. Was this the best match of the tournament so far? Jurgen Klinsmann stops by to discuss Germany's thrashing of Curaçao. Next, there is a discussion about the Ivory Coast match vs. Ecuador, plus an update about Lamine Yamal's status for Spain's opener vs. Cape Verde. Craig Burley and Stewart Robson also react to the news that R...

The FC crew react to Brazil's 1-1 draw against Morocco and question some of the lineup decisions by manager Carlo Ancelotti. Plus, the guys recap Australia's upset of Turkiye as Jermaine Jones breaks down how win will affect the United States' chances of winning Group D. Steve Nicol and Shaka Hislop also give out their predictions for all of today's World Cup action. Learn more about your ad choic...

The ESPN FC Crew react to the tight match between Brazil and Morocco as Brazil are held to a disappointing draw. Then, a breakdown of Scotland's win over Haiti as they top Group C. Also, a discussion of United States' win over Paraguay and Switzerland's draw with Qatar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew continues the reaction from the USMNT's convincing win vs. Paraguay last night. How big of a win was this in the entire history of the USMNT? Next, they preview the epic matchup between Brazil and Morocco. Then, the panel (Stevie included) looks ahead to Scotland's opener against Haiti. Haiti is an unknown on the global stage. Should the Scots be worried? Finally, there is a quick look...

The FC crew react to the United State's dominant 4-1 victory over Paraguay. Former USMNT personnel Jurgen Klinsmann, Hercules Gomez, and Jermaine Jones all share their thoughts on what went right for the Stars and Stripes. Then, the squad discusses what future matchups in group D could look like for the Americans. Plus the crew look at Canada's World Cup opener and they discuss which host nation h...

The FC crew previews the USMNT's World Cup home opener against Paraguay . Can they secure all three points today? Next, we discuss results from Mexico's World Cup opener win against South Africa and results from South Korea vs Czechia. Then, the crew previews Canada World Cup opener against Bosnia & Herzegovina. Next, the crew sits down to discuss Jose Mourinho and Bernardo Silva's move to Real Ma...

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens are in New York as Mexico beat South Africa in the World Cup curtain-raiser. The guys discuss the game and break down some of the biggest stories in world football.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew reacts to Mexico's convincing and chaotic win in the World Cup opener vs. South Africa. Did this win sway members of the panel? Next, we look ahead to the USMNT's opening match vs Paraguay tomorrow. Then, Jeff Carlisle sits down with members of the Iran National Team to discuss the 'tension' they have felt leading up to the tournament. Mauricio Pedroza stops by to give his take on Mexi...

The FC crew look ahead to the start of the World Cup later today. The group give out their bracket picks and explain why they think France and Spain are rightfully favorites to win the tournament. Plus, Cristina Alexander and John Sutcliffe join the show to preview the opening match between Mexico and South Africa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The ESPN FC crew take a look at a few of the favorites including Argentina, Portugal, & England and discuss how they will fair in the World Cup. Plus, a look at Jadon Sancho & Marcus Rashford, where will they end up next season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew look ahead to the World Cup kicking off on Thursday and break down the teams they think are favorites to win the tournament. Jurgen Klinsmann joins the show to explain why he thinks Brazil will will it all. Plus, Frank Leboeuf argues why France are in pole position. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC Crew breakdown the mood that teams must be feeling as the start of the World Cup nears closer and closer, with former World Cup winner and coach Jürgen Klinsmann offering his perspective and insight. Then, analysis of Kylian Mbappe and France as they hope to achieve nothing short of winning the World Cup. Also, the latest from Spain as Real Madrid send an offer to Atletico Madrid for Julian...

The ESPN FC Crew take a deeper look at the stars of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. They break down the outlook for players like Kylian Mbappe, Lamine Yamal, Vinicius Jr., Lionel Messi and more! The team also give their predictions for who will win the Golden Ball at this year's tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew look ahead to the 2026-27 season, now that Florentino Perez is here to stay, what can Real Madrid do in the market to strengthen the squad? Plus, U.S. Soccer CEO JT Batson joins the show to look ahead to the massive summer for USMNT. And, more international friendly action with France & the Netherlands in action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC Crew do a full recap of United States' loss to Germany in their last friendly before the World Cup kicks off. Then, a preview of their opening match vs Paraguay and breakdowns of who needs to needs to perform in order for the United States meet their expectations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices