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World Cup etc
Hopes & dreams; society & cultures - what the greatest sporting tournament on earth 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 World Cup.
Episodes
111 episodes
WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE SERIES: Positions & Their Roles - Center Backs
Declan Link & Jon Bonfiglio continue their analysis of the varying identities of the different positions on the football pitch.
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WORLD CUP ETC - DISCUSSION: USA Men's Team in Crisis Ahead of Home World Cup?
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.
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29:29
WORLD CUP ETC - DISCUSSION: Last Nations Confirmed for 2026 Finals
Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio discuss the final playoffs for the 2026 World Cup, and related topics.
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21:50
WORLD CUP ETC - REPORT: England vs. Japan, at Wembley Stadium in London
Declan Link reports from Wembley Stadium on disappointment for England, and an incredible recent record for Japan against European nations.
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7:54
WORLD CUP ETC - PREVIEW: Intercontinental Playoff Finals
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.
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11:56
WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE: Tuchel's Conundrum
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.
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8:07
WORLD CUP ETC - NEWS: The Sunday Column
Paul Schmidt-Troschke launches a new regular series with his Sunday column.
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4:43
WORLD CUP ETC - LIVE: Mexico Returns to the Azteca
Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio talk live on Mexico’s return to the Azteca, during the friendly match against Portugal.
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12:13
WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE SERIES: Positions & Their Roles - Goalkeeper
Declan Link & Jon Bonfiglio discuss the lone ranger, the last man, the shot-stopper - the goalkeeper.
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26:00
WORLD CUP ETC - LIVE: A Night at the Intercontinentals
Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio in Gudalajara, and Declan Link in London, go through the night and the results.
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13:08
WORLD CUP ETC - LIVE: Build-Up to New Caledonia vs. Jamaica, at the Estadio Akron in Guadalajara
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.
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10:58
WORLD CUP ETC - PREVIEW: Intercontinental Playoffs - Bolivia vs. Suriname - Monterrey
Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio look ahead to the Monterrey semi-final in the Intercontinental Playoffs, between Bolivia and Suriname.
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7:47
WORLD CUP ETC - PREVIEW: Intercontinental Playoffs - New Caledonia vs. Jamaica - Guadalajara
Paul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio look ahead to the Guadalajara semi-final in the Intercontinental Playoffs, between New Caledonia and Jamaica.
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8:42
WORLD CUP ETC #015 - Focus on West Germany '74; World Cup Health Check; Host City Special - Seattle
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.
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE: "The Last Guest At The Holloway Motel" - The Incredible Story of Tony Powell
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.
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7:54
WORLD CUP ETC - NEWS: Venezuela Beat USA in World Baseball Classic
Paul Schmidt-Troschke and Jon Bonfiglio on Venezuela's groundbreaking victory in Baseball's showpiece international tournament.
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8:40
WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE SERIES: Positions & Their Roles - The Holding Midfielder
Declan Link & Jon Bonfiglio discuss the most crucial, least heralded role of all: the man in the hole.
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23:28
WORLD CUP ETC - DISCUSSION: Asset or Liability? Neymar Jnr Left Out of Pre-Tournament Brazil Squad
Declan Link & Jon Bonfiglio discuss the enigma that is Neymar Jnr.
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23:23
WORLD CUP ETC - BREAKING NEWS: Morocco Declared Africa Cup of Nations Champions, Senegal Stripped of Title
Morocco have been declared Africa Cup of Nations champions after their appeal over the result of January’s final was upheld, with Senegal stripped of the title. Paul Schmidt-Troschke, Declan Link & Jon Bonfiglio discuss the news and the fal...
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WORLD CUP ETC - SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Cornish Miners & Football in Mexico, with Dr. Sharron Schwartz
Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Dr. Sharron Schwartz about the history and legacy of Cornish Miners across Latin America, in particular how football accompanied them to the region.To read Dr. Schwartz's work, the following books are now availabl...
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25:22
WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE SERIES: Positions & Their Roles - The Winger
Declan Link & Jon Bonfiglio discuss the classic winger, their skills, psychology and box-office draw.
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23:43
WORLD CUP ETC - DISCUSSION: WC Themed Board Games
Paul Schmidt-Troschke, Declan Link & Jon Bonfiglio reunite to discuss the pressing issue of World Cup-themed board games.
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17:06
WORLD CUP ETC - NEWS: Iran Pulls Out of Tournament; Intercontinental Playoffs in Doubt; FIFA Cuts WC Operating Costs
Paul Schmidt-Troschke with the latest news from around the world.
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