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First Touch ’26 World Cup Daily Show: USMNT's Statement Win, Brazil-Morocco Showdown Jun 13, 2026

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Susannah Fuller, David Gass and Michele Giannone break down the USA's 4-1 win over Paraguay in the FIFA World Cup, discuss Canada's first-ever World Cup point in their game against Bosnia & Herzegovina and preview today's matches headlined by Morocco vs. Brazil.

0:00 USMNT's Statement Win Over Paraguay

22:26 Folarin Balogun's Golden Boot Race & USA Standouts

37:40 Canada's Tournament-Opening Draw

47:58 Qatar vs. Switzerland Preview

50:52 Brazil vs. Morocco Showdown

1:05:50 Haiti vs. Scotland Matchup

1:13:15 Australia vs. Turkiye Breakdown

1:19:20 Final Thoughts

USMNT v Paraguay World Cup Postgame Show Presented By Soccer.com Jun 13, 2026

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The United States opened its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign in style, defeating Paraguay 4-1 in one of the most impressive performances in modern USMNT history.

David Gass and Michele Giannone break down Christian Pulisic's starring role, standout performances from Malik Tillman and Folarin Balogun, Mauricio Pochettino's impact, and what the statement victory means for the Americans' chances of making a deep run on home soil.

Plus, was this the best World Cup performance the U.S. has produced in the modern era?

First Touch ’26 World Cup Daily Show: USA & Canada Kick Off Jun 12, 2026

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Susannah Fuller, Matt Doyle and David Gass get you ready for the USA's opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Paraguay with Doyle's latest USMNT tactical session, a Football Manager 2026 simulation, and a full match preview. Plus, the crew recaps the opening day of the World Cup, including Mexico's historic win over South Africa and South Korea's comeback victory against Czechia, before looking ahead to Canada vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina.

0:00 Intro

3:42 Three Big Things

8:30 Mexico vs. South Africa Recap

18:22 South Korea vs. Czechia Recap

23:20 Doyle's USMNT Tactical Session

27:50 Football Manager USA World Cup Simulation

34:37 USA vs. Paraguay Preview

51:06 Canada vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina Preview

1:02:25 Lamine Yamal Is One of Us

First Touch ’26 World Cup Daily Show Opening Day Jun 11, 2026

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The day has finally arrived and Susannah Fuller, Matt Doyle and David Gass give you all their fun soccer picks and predictions heading into the 2026 World Cup. They talk a little US and Canada with a special tactical breakdown from Doyle and a special World Cup simulation before the crew previews the first games of the tournament: Mexico against South Africa and a showdown between South Korea and Czechia.

0:00 Intro

4:53 1 Wish for this World Cup

9:36 The Tourney Favorites

15:40 The Dark Horses

22:00 Vibes SC Picks

26:26 Football Manager World Cup simulation

30:15 Talkin’ USMNT

35:57 Canada’s Prospects

40:07 Doyle’s Tactical Segment

43:52 Mexico vs. South Africa

53:15 South Korea vs. Czechia

59:55 Declan Rice Sunburn

U.S. Soccerwise: USMNT vs. Paraguay Preview presented by Soccer.com Jun 09, 2026

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David Gass and Matt Doyle are joined by Tom Bogert from California to preview the USMNT's opening match against Paraguay. Tom shares the latest from camp, while the group breaks down Paraguay, projects Mauricio Pochettino's lineup and discusses the biggest questions facing the U.S. ahead of its World Cup opener.

0:00 Revisiting the Last USMNT-Paraguay Matchup & Group Outlook

8:07 Tom Bogert's USMNT Camp Report & Musings

22:16 Projecting Pochettino's Starting XI

28:52 Breaking Down the Paraguay Matchup

37:31 Key Lineup Decisions

48:13 Final Expectations Before Kickoff

55:00 Canada and Mexico Talk

2026 World Cup Golden Boot Draft presented by Soccer.com Jun 08, 2026

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David Gass, Matt Doyle, Susannah Fuller and Tom Bogert go live from Soccer House in Chicago for a World Cup Golden Boot Draft, building their teams and predicting which stars will lead the tournament in goals. The group also discusses breakout candidates, tournament favorites, favorite World Cup memories and the fan cultures that make the tournament special.

Please note: This episode was recorded live at Soccer House in Chicago ahead of the World Cup. Audio quality may differ from our standard studio recordings.

USMNT, Canada & MLS's World Cup Outlook Presented by Soccer.com Presented by Soccer.com Jun 04, 2026

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The World Cup is almost here, and David Gass and Matt Doyle break down the biggest questions facing the U.S. and Canada before the tournament begins. From the USMNT's final tune-up against Germany to Canada's injury concerns and roster questions, the guys look at where both teams stand with the World Cup just around the corner. Finally, a look at MLS's growing presence on the global stage as players from across the league prepare to represent their countries at the World Cup.

0:00 World Cup Countdown & USMNT Expectations

9:47 Germany as the Final Test

17:38 Freese, Turner & the Goalkeeper Decision

23:30 Projecting Pochettino's Starting XI

29:02 The Striker Spot and Other Lineup Questions

36:09 World Cup Soccer Fandom Moment

41:19 Canada's World Cup Outlook

52:51 MLS at the World Cup

Who's No. 1? NWSL Power Rankings & Midseason Awards Jun 02, 2026

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The NWSL heads into the World Cup break, and it's the perfect time to take stock of the league. David Gass and Jordan Angeli break down the biggest takeaways from the weekend, including where teams like Washington, Orlando, Utah, Portland and North Carolina stand as the season reaches its midway point. The duo also discusses the latest league news, from the NWSL Championship heading to Washington, D.C., to the USWNT goalkeeper picture. Then it's time for the latest NWSL Power Rankings and a look at the players and coaches making their case for midseason awards.

0:00 Intro & Weekend Overview

4:30 Jordan at Audi Field & Washington's Big Weekend

9:17 Washington vs. Seattle Breakdown

15:31 Orlando Wins, But Banda Concerns Loom

20:26 Utah's Rise Continues

26:19 Portland's Path to Contention

30:16 The 8-Second Rule and NWSL Rule Debates

35:48 North Carolina's Win at Angel City

42:02 USWNT Goalkeepers & NWSL Championship Heads to D.C.

48:18 Who's No. 1? NWSL Power Rankings

1:03:23 Midseason Award Races

USMNT vs. Senegal: What We Learned presented by Soccer.com May 31, 2026

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David Gass, Michele Giannone, and Matt Doyle react to the USMNT's 3-2 win over Senegal and discuss what the performance revealed ahead of the World Cup. They examine Christian Pulisic's standout showing, Ricardo Pepi's impact, Mauricio Pochettino's tactical setup, and the biggest lineup decisions still facing the U.S. ahead of the tournament. Plus, they discuss World Cup expectations for the USMNT and where Canada and Mexico stand entering the World Cup.

MLS Coaching Changes & Summer of Soccer Storylines Presented by Soccer.com May 28, 2026

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David Gass, Tom Bogert, and Matt Doyle break down the Philadelphia Union reset, Portland's next chapter, and the biggest MLS storylines to watch this summer. They discuss the league's coaching landscape, Neymar and Casemiro's MLS links, LAFC's roster decisions, whether Real Salt Lake can keep Diego Luna and Xavier Gozo, and the biggest roster needs facing both New York clubs. Plus, they explain why they're buying stock in San Jose and San Diego and discuss what they need to see from the USMNT before the World Cup.

0:00 Pork Roll, Taylor Ham & Soccer Culture

9:01 Philadelphia Union Reset

25:55 Portland Timbers Next Chapter

41:04 The MLS Coaching Landscape

50:14 Neymar and Casemiro to MLS?

56:50 LAFC’s Next Move

1:01:32 Can RSL Keep Luna and Gozo?

1:04:10 NYCFC's DP Spot & Red Bulls' Defense

1:13:11 Buying Stock in San Jose and San Diego

1:21:03 USMNT’s Final Tune-Up