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On Tuesday, some of the world football’s most famous faces play their first games: Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland, and Lionel Messi enter the tournament. This is Morning Cupdate, brought to you by The Home Depot. In today’s show, we reflect on Monday’s games - Spain was held to a 0-0 draw by new boys Cape Verde and iconic goalkeeper Vozinha. Belgium vs Egypt, Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay, and Iran vs Ne...

Rog is joined by "The Fault in Our Stars" author and massive football fan John Green to break down Cape Verde's 0 - 0 shock draw with Spain, Belgium and Egypt battling to a 1- 1 draw, Saudi Arabia's earning a point off Uruguay and a game full of bangers between New Zealand and Iran, a game from which Rory Smith calls in for a live report. Catch all Morning Cupdate previews with Betty Glover daily...

On Monday, heavy-hitters and favorites Spain play their tournament opener against new boys Cape Verde. This is Morning Cupdate, brought to you by The Home Depot. In today’s show, we reflect on Sunday’s games - Netherlands 2-2 Japan was the game of the tournament so far, Germany thrashed new boys Curaçao 7-1, Sweden had a big win against Tunisia, and Ivory Coast scored a last minute winner against...

Rog and Rory Smith are joined by comedian and Executive Director of Wrexham AFC Humphrey Ker to break down all of the day's action on the latest episode of Night Cup, including a Netherlands vs Japan thriller that may have been one of the best games of the tournament so far. Is it finally Japan's time to make a deep run? Plus, Germany get off to a hot start with a dominant victory over Curacao. Co...

On Sunday, the tournament’s dark horses enter the chat. This is Morning Cupdate, brought to you by The Home Depot. In today’s show, we reflect on Australia’s shock 2-0 win against Türkiye, and celebrate Scotland’s historic result against Haiti. We also catch you up on Qatar’s last minute equaliser, and an intriguing game between Brazil and Morocco. Then we preview Sunday’s action: historic winners...

Night Cup is back to breakdown all of the day's tournament action, and this time Rog and Rory are joined by superstar comedian Trevor Noah to talk about the wonder of this summer's tournament, South Africa's lackluster start, and why angry honking can be an act of joy. Then, The Athletic's James Horncastle joins to breakdown Brazil vs Morocco and answer if Morocco are sneaky threats to win the tou...

On the latest installment of The Deuce, Presented by Allstate, USMNT legend Clint Dempsey and Rog react to the team’s big win over Paraguay in Los Angeles. They discuss Christian Pulisic’s standout contributions, Folarin Balogun’s two-goal performance, and what this win means for the team’s confidence. Plus, they talk about Gio Reyna’s intricate outside-of-the-foot goal and whether this team can k...

This is Morning Cupdate, brought to you by The Home Depot. In today’s show, we reflect on that seismic win for the USMNT - we celebrate performances across the park, including those of Christian Pulisic and Florian Balogun. We also review Canada’s first ever point at the World Cup. And then we catch you up on everything you need to know ahead of Saturday’s games: Qatar v Switzerland, Brazil v Moro...

Rog and Rory are joined by former US men's midfielder Kyle Beckerman to break down the United States' thumping win over Paraguay and answer the question....are the US Men ever going to lose again? Did Flo Balogun's performance just catch the eyes of some of Europe's elite clubs? And Gio Reyna shows exactly why he made the team. Plus, why this team now looks like Pochettino's Tottenham, and how dee...

As the planet's biggest sporting event gets underway, Rog sits down with New York City mayor and lifelong football obsessive Zohran Mamdani to discuss the magic of the tournament, the moments that shaped their fandom, and football’s power to connect people across cultures. Mamdani reflects on why the summer tournament feels different from any other sporting event and how New York City is preparing...

It’s a historic day in American football as the USMNT kick off their tournament against Paraguay. This is Morning Cupdate, brought to you by The Home Depot. In today’s show, we preview that huge USMNT tie, along with Canada’s opening game against Bosnia and Herzegovina. We hear from some of the biggest names in the USMNT fandom, and get you hyped for their biggest game in years. We also bring you...

The tournament of tournaments has finally arrived, and Rog and Rory Smith are here to break it all down on Night Cup. First, Mexico open with a one-sided victory over South Africa in front of a raucous home crowd. Then, Korea come from behind to snatch three points from Czechia. Are the Koreans now all but assured a round of 32 birth? Plus, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani joins Rog to discuss h...

The wait is finally over - North America’s summer of football kicks off on Thursday. This is Morning Cupdate, brought to you by Home Depot. In our first show, we preview the tournament's opening games: Mexico v South Africa and South Korea vs Czechia. We'll tell you the players to watch, the key battles, and all of the off the pitch fun with the fans. We'll also recap some of the biggest headlines...

Chris Richards joins Rog for the second part of their conversation to talk about what it was like winning the FA Cup with Crystal Palace, playing with Marc Guéhi and Eberechi Eze, and becoming a leader on the national team after winning silverware with his club. Plus, what success looks like heading into the tournament this summer for the U.S. Men’s squad, and what he would tell his younger self a...

In the final Cup of Cups preview episode, presented by Camarena, Rog and Rory dive into Groups K and L, home to some of the tournament's biggest storylines. Can Cristiano Ronaldo still help Portugal chase glory, or is he now holding back one of the most talented squads? Will Thomas Tuchel become the tournament's biggest scapegoat after England's controversial selections? Which of Uzbekistan, Panam...

Chris Richards joins Rog for part one of a two-part conversation, discussing growing up in Birmingham, Alabama, turning down college to pursue a professional career in Europe, and playing for Oliver Glasner at Crystal Palace. Plus, his dream to inspire the next generation of U.S. talent and his closest teammates on the national team. Presented by Bank of America. See Privacy Policy at https://art1...

The fifth Cup of Cups Preview, Presented by Camarena, continues with Rog and Rory Smith discussing Groups I and J. Can Kylian Mbappe’s France and their wealth of talent make another run to the final despite a packed group including Senegal, Norway and Iraq? In Group J, Lionel Messi returns with Argentina and a load of familiar faces, but can lightning strike twice for the South American side? Plus...

The fourth Cup of Cups Preview, Presented by Camarena, continues on as Rog and Rory Smith dive into Groups G and H. Can Spain’s stacked squad and Lamine Yamal’s superhero rise make them the team to beat? Will Marcelo Bielsa’s Uruguay turn elite talent into a real run, or will the tension around his demanding approach prove too much? In Group G, can Belgium squeeze one more campaign out of the remn...

Clint Dempsey joins Rog to analyze the US’s 2-1 loss to Germany in what was both teams’ final friendly match before the tournament kicks off. Dempsey breaks down which players saw their stock rise, the importance of Pulisic having another great outing, and the biggest positive takeaways from the game. Dempsey then dives into what the team’s greatest vulnerabilities are, before revealing his s...

The third Cup of Cups Preview, presented by Camarena, rolls on as Rog and Rory dive into Groups E and F. Can Germany shake off the ghosts of back-to-back group-stage exits and rediscover their tournament pedigree under Julian Nagelsmann? Will Ecuador announce itself on the global stage? In Group F, the Netherlands prepare to bring their famous orange army to America but are the Dutch balanced enou...

Ricardo Pepi joins Rog to discuss the battle to become the US's starting striker, missing the roster in 2022, and how he's found his form this season at PSV. Plus, Pepi reflects on his recent performance against Senegal, his on-field connection with Christian Pulisic, and shares the story of how he found out he made the US roster. Presented by Michelob ULTRA. Check out the Men in Blazers Shop:&nbs...

The second Cup of Cups Preview, Presented by Camarena, continues with Rog and Rory Smith discussing Groups A and B. Can Mexico navigate a tricky Group A that includes South Africa, South Korea, and Czechia, and finally win a knockout game after years of heartbreak? In Group B, Jesse Marsch’s revenge tour continues as Canada look to make a deep run, and can Granit Xhaka’s Switzerland produce enough...

Jesse Marsch joins Rog on the cusp of Canada’s historic home tournament opener to break down the biggest questions facing his squad. Jesse discusses the emotion of naming his 26-man roster, how Canada are managing Alphonso Davies return from injury, and why Jonathan David means more to the team than just goals. Plus, Jesse reflects on Canada’s identity, the pressure of playing at home, and why thi...

The first Cup of Cups Preview, Presented by Camarena, begins as Rog and Rory Smith dive into Groups C and D. Can Christian Pulisic and the U.S. navigate a tricky path through Paraguay, Australia, and Turkey, or will Group D prove more dangerous than it first appeared? In Group C, can Carlo Ancelotti restore Brazil’s aura, or will Morocco prove its last run was no fluke? Plus, Scotland’s long-await...

Prolific actor and lifelong football obsessive Diego Luna joins Roger Bennett for a candid conversation about the highs and heartbreaks of Mexican football, and the emotional power of the beautiful game. Diego reflects on growing up during the legendary 1986 FIFA World Cup and revisits the football and cultural legacy of Diego Maradona. The pair also dive into Luna’s upcoming Netflix film Mexico 8...