WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE: Raúl Jiménez - The Irrefutable Link Between Adversity & Hope
Jon Bonfiglio breaks down the relationship between the recurring narratives of Mexico's history and its historic footballing under-achievements, and argues that if anyone can change these interlinked ...
23 Dec 20254min
WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE: Tiny Comoros Islands & the Global Football Stage
Paul Schmidt-Troschke looks at the incredible story of the Comoros Islands, and how their identity is tied in with its rise to international football recognition.
20 Dec 20253min
WORLD CUP ETC #009 - Capped Price Tickets; Focus on France 1998; Host City Special - Kansas; Review of Simon Kuper Interview
Join journalists Jon Bonfiglio & Paul Schmidt-Troschke, alongside veteran football expert Declan Link, special guests Sean New and Liv Samuels for a look at all things related to the World Cup - the f...
19 Dec 202551min
WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE: Scottish Fans & the Big Brazil Match
The first in a series showcasing fans and their perspectives on their upcoming World Cup fixtures, starting with the Tartan Army and the upcoming Scotland clash with iconic Brazil.
18 Dec 20259min
WORLD CUP ETC - SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Simon Kuper, author of 'World Cup Fever'
Declan Link and Jon Bonfiglio speak to football authority and journalist for the Financial Times Simon Kuper on a wide array of topics related to football and the World Cup.
16 Dec 202530min
WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE: Preview of 3 Group-Stage Key Clashes
Journalists Jon Bonfiglio, Paul Schmidt-Troshcke and football expert Declan Link each preview a key fixture from the group stage of World Cup 2026.
14 Dec 20258min
WORLD CUP ETC - REPORT: Seattle Pride Match Follow-Up & FairSquare Files Ethics Complaint Over FIFA Neutrality
Journalist Paul Schmidt-Troschke reports on the ongoing issues regarding the Seattle Pride Match and FairSquare's complaint to FIFA’s Ethics Committee regarding Gianni Infantino.
11 Dec 20253min
WORLD CUP ETC - LIVE ON TALKSPORT: Football & Logistics - Mexico's Tournament Preparation
Alongside Paul Ross & Kane Reeves, Jon Bonfiglio gives an update on where Mexico currently stands in its preparations for the World Cup, and the chances for the national side.
10 Dec 20259min
