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Hopes & dreams; society & cultures - what the greatest sporting tournament on earth offers above all is an entry point to people across the world. Join journalist Jon Bonfiglio, football expert Declan Link and a host of special guests on this unique take on all things related to the World Cup. 

  1. 1H AGO

    WORLD CUP ETC - DISCUSSION: Political Statements & Pep Guardiola

    Journalist Jon Bonfiglio and football expert Declan Link discuss the recent statements of Pep Guardiola on Palestine and related topics, and the debate around the crossover between sport and politics.

    12 min

  2. 1D AGO

    WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE: Viability of US Rail for Tournament Travel

    Journalist Paul Schmidt-Troschke speaks to Declan Link about the US railways and their viability for travel during the World Cup.

    6 min

  3. 3D AGO

    WORLD CUP ETC - NEWS: Attacks on Saint-Maximin Spotlight Racism in Mexican Football

    Paul Schmidt-Troschke reports on the racist incidents directed to Frenchman Allan Saint-Maximin, and the issue of racism in Mexican football.

    10 min

  4. 4D AGO

    WORLD CUP ETC - NEWS: "Insane" US Parking Prices Back in the Spotlight

    Journalist Paul Schmidt-Troschke & football expert Declan Link break down the controversy aruond FIFA's parking passes for the summer tournament.

    5 min

  5. 5D AGO

    WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE: Greenland & Football's Role in Resisting

    Jon Bonfiglio looks at football in Greenland and how the sport plays a crucial role in national self-identity.

    5 min

  6. 6D AGO

    WORLD CUP ETC #012 - Changing Face of Football; Focus on Mexico '86; Towels on the Touchline; Host City Special - Guadalajara

    Join journalists Jon Bonfiglio & Paul Schmidt-Troschke, alongside veteran football expert Declan Link - and special guests who attended the Mexico '86 World Cup  Mark Kimberling, Paul Killingback & James Hook - for a look at all things football, including society, culture and history.  To get in touch with the team, email worldcupetcetera@gmail.com

    52 min

  7. JAN 31

    WORLD CUP ETC - INTERVIEW: Soccer Writer Leander Schaerlaeckens

    Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Leander Schaerlaeckens, author of 'The Long Game, U.S. Men's Soccer and Its Savage, Four-Decade Journey to the Top, or Thereabouts'. Recent articles by Leander Schaerlaeckens include: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jan/29/world-cup-boycott https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jan/21/world-cup-fan-fests-training-camps-legacy https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jan/08/usa-world-cup-2026-venezuela

    21 min

  8. JAN 30

    WORLD CUP ETC - FEATURE: Nations Choose Team Bases & Locations

    Football expert Declan Link & journalist Jon Bonfiglio analyze what teams look for in locations and bases, and ask why so many are as yet unconfirmed.

    15 min
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Hopes & dreams; society & cultures - what the greatest sporting tournament on earth offers above all is an entry point to people across the world. Join journalist Jon Bonfiglio, football expert Declan Link and a host of special guests on this unique take on all things related to the World Cup. 

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  • Creator
    World Cup etc
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    59
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 World Cup etc
  • Show Website
    World Cup etc