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Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss why Spain, France & England are the current bookies favourites to win the World Cup in 2026 and discuss who would make a combined XI of the three sides. The guys also discuss Portugal’s late win over Ireland, Gianni Infantino’s political posturing & whether Jordan Pickford is a better goalkeeper for England than Gordon Banks.  


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The FC crew look back at the European World Cup qualifiers including the Netherlands, Poland, & Denmark. Plus, Julien Laurens joins the guys to talk his top 10 players in Europe this season so far as well the flops. And, the panel discuss the latest on Kylian Mbappe's injury with France. And, more coverage of World Cup qualifiers all over the world.
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The FC crew breaks down Erling Haaland's hat trick for Norway in a 5-0 win against Israel in UEFA World Cup qualifiers. Plus, the crew looks back at Brazil's 5-0 thrashing of South Korea in an international friendly, are Brazil one of the World Cup favorites? And, the panel is joined by the Futbol Americas group to talk USMNT after their 1-1 draw against Ecuador. Also, a look back at other World Cup qualifiers going on in CONCACAF & Europe.
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Alexis Nunes & Herculez Gomez are joined by Kasey Keller & Jeff Carlisle to discuss the 1-1 draw between the USA and Ecuador in an international friendly. The crew also breaks down specific performances from Florian Balogun and others. Plus, a look back at the 3-0 win for the USA over Italy to advance to the U-20 World Cup quarterfinals. And, action from the CONCACAF World Cup qualifers including a shocking upset of Jamaica.
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The FC Crew react to France's 4-0 victory over Luxembourg in UEFA World Cup Qualifiers and break down the favorites for the 2026 World Cup. Then, a Premier League discussion, asking whether Erling Haaland is the greatest striker in the league's history, and if Wirtz still needs more time to adapt. Also, a break down of CAF World Cup qualification.
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