World Football ETC
Hopes & dreams; society & cultures - what global football offers above all is an entry point to people across the world. Join journalists Paul Schmidt-Troschke, Jon Bonfiglio, and football expert Declan Link - alongside a host of special guests - on this unique take on all things related to the international footballing landscape.
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Episodes
265 episodes
DISCUSSION: FIFA Emergency Meeting; Chelsea Transfer Strategy
With President Gianni Infantino’s leadership in crisis, the FIFA executive meet for a emergency session in Morocco. Plus Chelsea’s unique close-season transfer strategy.
DISCUSSION: UEFA Threatens FIFA Boycott Over Plans for WC Private Finance; Newcastle Utd. in Disarray; Italy Appoint Mancini
With von Troschke looking for ancient familial lands on the European mainland, only two are left to discuss the world football crisis.
FEATURE SERIES: The Most Absurd & Bizarre Football Matches in History - Barbados vs. Grenada, 1994
In this excerpt of the first part of a mini-series available in full to subscribers on Patreon, the team look at the most absurd and bizarre football matches in history, starting with the 1994 match between Barbados and Grenada, in which both t...
DISCUSSION: Klopp, Guardiola & Farewell to the Iconic Kevin Keegan
DL, JB and Paul von Troschke come together to discuss news of the week, including Jurgen Klopp's first press conference as German coach, Pep Guardiola turning down the Italy role, and the passing of England great, Kevin Keegan.
FEATURE: The Unique 'Leagues Cup' of the MLS & Liga MX
Jon Bonfiglio looks at the annual tournament which pits the MLS and the Liga MX against each other in a unique competition.
DISCUSSION: Return of MLS & Inter Miami vs. Chicago Fire
Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio with a look at the MLS changing its season dates as from 2027, plus Inter Miami vs. Chicago Fire.
FEATURE: The Legendary Velibor "Bora" Milutinović
Paul Schmidt-Troschke takes a look at the incredible, record-breaking figure of Velibor "Bora" Milutinović, who managed at 5 World Cups, with different teams.
DISCUSSION: Best & Worst of the 2026 World Cup
In the final episode on the 2026 World Cup, the guys come together to discuss the best, the worst, the unusual and the unique. For exclusive series on international sports topics, follow the World Sports etc Patreon page - just copy...
DISCUSSION: Victory for Football as Spain Win World Cup
After a final of incredible disparities, Link, Schmidt-Troschke & Bonfiglio return to analyze the match and its implications. For exclusive series on international sports topics, follow the World Sports etc Patreon page - just c...
DISCUSSION: World Cup Final Preview
DL, PST and JB are back to discuss Argentina’s inevitable looming defeat (?) in the World Cup Final. For exclusive series on international sports topics, follow the World Sports etc Patreon page - just copy and paste the link below:...
SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Declan Link on England's World Cup Campaign
Paul Schmidt-Troschke in a special interview with Declan Link, looking at England's World Cup campaign, 24 hours after the defeat to Argentina. For exclusive series on international sports topics, follow the World Sports etc Patreon...
DISCUSSION: England vs. Argentina
In the absence of Declan Link, Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio give a first reaction and analysis of the Argentina vs. England semi-final. For exclusive series on international sports topics, follow the World Sports etc Pa...
LIVE: Reaction from Atlanta After England vs. Argentina + Context on Times Radio
Declan Link with live reaction in Atlanta after the Argentina vs. England match, and Jon Bonfiglio gives analysis of the political context live on Times Radio.For exclusive series on international sports topics, follow the World Sports e...
SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Argentina Football Follower Marcelo Landau
Talking about a wide array of themes, Declan Link interviews the remarkable Marcelo Landau ahead of the Argentina vs. England match.For exclusive series on international sports topics, follow the World Sports etc Patreon page - just copy...
DISCUSSION: Spain vs. France
To discuss the surprising Spain vs. France match, Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio are joined by Declan Link, on the road to the Argentina vs. England semi-final in Atlanta, Georgia. For exclusive series on international sp...
DISCUSSION: World Cup Semi-Finals Preview
Declan Link battles with his device in this World Cup semi-final preview of the blockbuster France vs. Spain and England vs. Argentina ties. For exclusive series on international sports topics, follow the World Sports etc Patreon pa...
DISCUSSION: England vs. Norway; Argentina vs. Switzerland
Declan Link, Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio review the last of the quarter finals. For exclusive series on international sports topics, follow the World Sports etc Patreon page - just copy and paste the link below:...
THE SUNDAY COLUMN: Germany’s World Cup Disaster
Paul Schmidt-Troschke takes an in-depth look at Germany’s 2026 footballing debacle.
NEWS: Aid Worker Who Organized World Cup Screenings in Gaza Killed in Air Strike
Paul Schmidt-Troschke looks at the story of Mohamed al-Wahidi, a Palestinian aid worker who had organised screenings of World Cup matches in Gaza and who was killed by an Israeli missile strike just before the game between Egypt and Argentina.<...
DISCUSSION: Spain vs. Belgium
Declan Link & Paul Schmidt-Troschke engage in a gentle disagreement over their predictions for and the result of the Spain vs. Belgium quarter final.
SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Ex-Professional Footballer Oyvind Klausen, Previewing the Norway vs. England Match
Born and raised in Norway, Oyvind Klausen studied in the United States and played collegiate soccer at Rollins College in Florida during the mid-1980s. He also played for the Orlando Lions in the pre-ASL era before returning to Norway, where he...
DISCUSSION: Kylian Mbappé
Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio look at the rise and rise of the man who was once the boy wonder, and is now a central figure for the French nation, and the central figure for its national side.
DISCUSSION: France vs. Morocco
Declan Link, Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio come together to review the quarter final between tournament favorites France and new global footballing power Morocco.