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Paul Schmidt-Troschke speaks to Declan Link & Jon Bonfiglio about the ongoing, central issue of the upcoming tournament: profiteering.  For premium content, the World Sports etc Patreon page is now live. Copy and paste the link below for more information: https://patreon.com/WorldCupEtc?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

Paul Schmidt-Troschke looks ahead to how the current backlash against FIFA looks likely to affect both the FIFA Women’s World Cup as well as the Men’s Rugby World Cup in in 2031. 

Paul Schmidt-Troschke reports on the ongoing chaos and fallout from the AFCON final between Morocco and Senegal, as well as the postponement of the women's tournament only weeks before it was due to begin. 

Declan Link, Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio discuss the theft of a penalty cheat-sheet, and other stories, 

Paul Schmidt-Troschke, Declan Link & Jon Bonfiglio discuss football's ongoing ingenuity for following the money. 

Part Two of an exclusive interview, in which Declan Link speaks to the incredible figure of Ned Kelly. Kelly, a former SAS soldier, worked as head of United's security from 1988 until 2002.  Here on World Cup ETC, Kelly shares his story, and thoughts on Manchester United today. 

Declan Link & Jon Bonfiglio continue their analysis of the varying identities of the different positions on the football pitch. 

Part One of an exclusive interview, in which Declan Link speaks to the incredible figure of Ned Kelly. Kelly, a former SAS soldier, worked as head of United's security from 1988 until 2002.  Here on World Cup ETC, Kelly shares his story, and thoughts on Manchester United today. 

Paul Schmidt-Troschke reflects on a tumultuous week in the last international window leading up to the World Cup, not least for Italy. 

Today's special interview is with Dr. Brenda Elsey.  Elsey is a Professor of History who studies the history of gender, popular culture, and politics in twentieth century Latin America, and is recognized as an authority on Latin American football, or soccer. She is author of Citizens and Sportsmen: Fútbol and Politics in Twentieth Century Chile (University of Texas, 2011), Futbolera: A Histor...

Declan Link & Jon Bonfiglio continue their analysis of the varying identities of the different positions on the football pitch. 

Declan Link speaks to Tom Cook from ABC affiliate WFTV Channel 9 News about the recent damning results for the USA men's Team, and their prospects for the summer tournament. 

Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio discuss the final playoffs for the 2026 World Cup, and related topics. 

Declan Link reports from Wembley Stadium on disappointment for England, and an incredible recent record for Japan against European nations. 

Paul Schmidt-Troschke and Jon Bonfiglio look ahead at Bolivia v Iraq and Jamaica v the DR Congo, in the final matches for World Cup qualification. 

Declan Link takes a look at the difficulty in the moment for England coach Thomas Tuchel, as the final international window before the World Cup plays out. 

Paul Schmidt-Troschke launches a new regular series with his Sunday column. 

Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio talk live on Mexico’s return to the Azteca, during the friendly match against Portugal. 

Declan Link & Jon Bonfiglio discuss the lone ranger, the last man, the shot-stopper - the goalkeeper. 

Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio in Gudalajara, and Declan Link in London, go through the night and the results. 

Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio report live from outside the iconic Estadio Akron in Guadalajara, ahead of the Intercontinental Semi-Final between New Caledonia and Jamaica. 

Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio look ahead to the Monterrey semi-final in the Intercontinental Playoffs, between Bolivia and Suriname. 

Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio look ahead to the Guadalajara semi-final in the Intercontinental Playoffs, between New Caledonia and Jamaica. 

Paul Schmidt-Troschke, Declan Link & Jon Bonfiglio are joined by returning guest Keir Radnedge to continue their trek through World Cups past, and discuss other topics of the day. 

Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio discuss the story of Tony Powell, and reflect on the ongoing lack of tolerance for gay men in the sport.