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Tonga Begin World Cup Qualifying - with Maikeli Lomu
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In this special episode, Joe and Brandon talk with Maikeli Lomu, a new callup to the Tongan National Team who dropped everything and moved from the USA to the island to play! His fascinating story, which is still unfolding, is one not to miss! Follow Maikeli through qualifying on Instagram: @maikeli_lomu Follow our show on X for the latest roster d…
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Malawi Forward Henri Kumwenda Exclusive Interview
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Joe and Brandon have a chat with Malawi's recent callup, Henri Kumwenda! Talking national team, World Cup Qualifying, playing career, and more!
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Summer Tournament Recap! EURO, Copa, Nations Cup
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We're back from our travels to the cups this summer with stories and recaps from the action!
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Copa América Preview w/ Roberto Rojas (ESPN)
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Brandon and Joe are joined by Roberto Rojas from ESPN & Guarani Vision (podcast) to preview each team in the 2024 Copa América!
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June 2024 Window Review w/ Lee Wingate (Sweeper Pod)
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It's our 50th episode! With Brandon in Germany for Euro 2024, Joe is joined by Lee Wingate from The Sweeper Podcast to recap the June action from around the world.
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We're back to preview Euro 2024, just before Brandon heads to Germany!
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June Window: World Cup Qualifying - Part I
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It's another massive window, and we're here to break it all down for you! In Part I, we discuss the launch of World Cup Qualifying in North/Central America & the Caribbean, chat about the final matchdays of this round in Asia, and look at MD 3 + 4 in Africa! Part II will cover EURO 2024 and Part III will discuss Copa America! Coming soon!…
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In Part I of the March Window Preview, we talk EURO Playoffs and Nations League Play-Out.
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March 2024 Preview: Part II - North/Central America & Caribbean, Africa, Oceania, FIFA Series
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In Part II, Brandon and Joe dig into a very packed CONCACAF window including the World Cup draw, World Cup Qualifiers, Copa Libertadores qualification, and Nations League. Plus, we briefly discuss the AFCON 2025 Prelim Round taking place this month, qualifiers for the OFC Nations Cup in Oceania, and the new FIFA Series!…
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In our final part of this month's preview, we head back to Asia as they continue World Cup Qualifiers MD3 + MD4. Some exciting squad news to discover as we go group by group!
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What is the new "FIFA Series" / AFCON Review
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Brandon and Joe talk about the new FIFA Series debuting in March, then delve into the best AFCON ever to review it all!
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Qatar Takes Home A Second: Asian Cup 2023 Review
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Brandon and Joe are back to relive all the fun and excitement from the Asian Cup! We go team by team, group by group to rate and review how each nation fared. We also hit the knockouts and discuss the eventual champions, Qatar.
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Every group, every team. Brandon and Joe break it all down.
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2023 Africa Cup of Nations Preview feat. "Made In Africa" & Maher Mezahi
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We welcome a great group of panelists to help us break down every group and every country at AFCON. We're thrilled to be joined by Ed Aarons (Made In Africa/The Guardian), Rahman Osman (Made In Africa/LondonWorld), and Maher Mezahi (BBC) as we go in-depth for the tournament!
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November 2023 Review, Part II: S. America, N. America, & Europe
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South American World Cup Qualifiers, Copa America draw, North America/Caribbean Nations League, and EURO Qualifiers/Draw... all in this episode! 0-24': South America WCQ 24' to 1:28:26: Nations League, Copa America playoffs, Copa America draw 1:29:00 to 2:34:22: EURO qualifying, EURO draw Plus, some bonus audio from the Spain-Scotland EURO qualifie…
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November 2023 Review, Part I: Asia & Africa
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World Cup qualifying got off to a bang in November in both Asia (Round 2) and Africa (Round 1)! We dig into each group and pull out the highs and lows. Asia: start to 1:03:44 Africa: 1:03:44 to end Part II will cover Europe, South, and North America - coming after the EURO draw!
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In our final installment of November's mega preview, we delve into Asian World Cup Qualification. Who's coming out of each group? What players should you watch for? We've got it!
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In Part III, we preview the World Cup Qualifying groups in Africa! Who will make it to 2026?
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November 2023, Pt. 2: The America's (North + South)
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In Part II, we preview the end to CONCACAF Nations League for Leagues B + C, as well as the quarterfinals to reach Copa America next summer. Then, we head south to World Cup Qualifying in South America and touch on each team.
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In the first part of our mega preview for the November international window, we break down the final rounds of UEFA EURO 2024 qualifying.
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Get ready for a bumper episode! We delve into EURO qualifying as well as South American and Asian World Cup Qualifying. We also chat the AFCON draw and CONCACAF Nations League action!
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In-depth review of South American World Cup Qualifying, CONCACAF Nations League, African Cup of Nations conclusion to qualifying, and two more matchdays in UEFA EURO qualification. Plus, our Team of the Window (NEW)!
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The End to AFCON Qualifying: September Window Pt. 3
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In our third and final part, we delve into the final round of qualifying for AFCON. Only a few spots remain with key matches coming up. We look at the groups still at play and chat transfers, new call-ups, and more!
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North America (Nations League) + Europe (EURO Qual) Preview: September Window Pt. 2
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In Part II, we leave South America and head north to where the next World Cup will be held to preview a brand new Nations League campaign and discuss some stunning news coming down from Canada. We then hop the pond and dive into UEFA EURO qualifying, highlighting the must-watch games in each group and discussing player moves and squad call-ups.…
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South American World Cup Qualifying Preview: September Window Pt. 1
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In Part I of our mega preview, Brandon and Joe are back as the new cycle starts in earnest with South American World Cup Qualifying. We preview each nation in CONMEBOL, discussing player moves, new call-ups, and more! We also briefly touch upon what's going on in Asia to start the episode.
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Mega Preview: June 2023 International Window
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We went long into the night previewing the June window in this mega edition, where we discuss the CONCACAF Gold Cup playoffs as well as AFCON and EURO qualifying. Follow our show: @windowintlpod Follow Brandon: @We_Global Follow Joe: @twelfthyankBy Brandon Riff / Joe Gould
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In Part II, we head to Europe and review the events of the first rounds of UEFA Euro Qualifying. Follow our show: @windowintlpod Follow Brandon: @We_Global Follow Joe: @twelfthyankBy Brandon Riff / Joe Gould
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March Window Recap I: North America & Africa
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We finally get around to recapping the March international window. In the first of two episodes, the CONCACAF Nations League and Gold Cup draw kick us off, followed by a look at what's happened in African Cup of Nations qualifying. Follow our show: @windowintlpod Follow Brandon: @We_Global Follow Joe: @twelfthyank…
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March Part II: AFCON Qualifying + CONCACAF Nations League
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After a 9 month hiatus, AFCON Qualifying resumes and we'll start to see teams secure their spot. We also discuss CONCACAF Nations League and the recent changes that will impact qualification for the Gold Cup going forward. Follow our show: @windowintlpod Follow Brandon: @We_Global Follow Joe: @twelfthyank…
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March Part I: UEFA Euro Qualifying Gets Underway
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The international break is back with a bang! Key matches in UEFA, CAF, & CONCACAF kick off a new cycle. In Part I of this episode, we specifically discuss the start to UEFA Euro qualifying and make our group predictions. Follow our show: @windowintlpod Follow Brandon: @We_Global Follow Joe: @twelfthyank…
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Coach Carousel, Player Retirements, and Format Changes
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In our midwinter episode, we look at some of the retirements since the World Cup. We also comb through a lot of the coaching changes that have occurred with national teams around the world - who's gone, who's in, and who's stayed put. We wrap it up by looking at the new format changes for Euro/World Cup Qualifying and Copa America qualifying. Follo…
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"Muchachos": Argentina Win the World Cup (Recap)
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In this episode, Brandon and Joe comb through the final, as well as the semifinalists, and try to cover the major talking points since our last episode. We also close the book on this cycle and start prepping for the next, which for some (AFCON) has already begun but kicks off in earnest in March (EURO)! Also, words on the late American soccer jour…
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Brandon is back from his adventures in Qatar, so we catch up with him to see how it was. Plus, we review the last matchday from the groups as well as the Round of 16 and predict the Quarterfinals. Follow our show: @windowintlpod Follow Brandon: @We_Global Follow Joe: @twelfthyankBy Brandon Riff / Joe Gould
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With Brandon in Qatar, Joe is joined by Tom Winch (@Footie_Matters) for a short episode to discuss the action so far through two matches for everyone! Huge thanks to Tom for coming on! Follow our show: @windowintlpod Follow Brandon: @We_Global Follow Joe: @twelfthyankBy Brandon Riff / Joe Gould
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Group G... one sure favorite but three dark horses? Is this the hardest group in this World Cup? We discuss with a great panel of guests! Daniel (CMR): @Daniel_Ajuh Leonardo (BRA): @lbertozzi Craig (SWI): @footballswissen Follow our show: @windowintlpod Follow Brandon: @We_Global Follow Joe: @twelfthyank…
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Group D appears to have two clear favorites in Denmark and France. Is there any hope for Tunisia and Australia? Our guest panel breaks it all down. Jeremy (FRA): @jeremysmith98 Maher (TUN): @mezahimaher Mourad (DEN): @UEFADK_point Sacha (AUS): @sachk0 Many thanks for joining this episode! Follow our show: @windowintlpod Follow Brandon: @We_Global F…
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Many think Group C is Argentina's to lose...but how far will they go? Who will come in second place? Our panel makes the case for each team! Huge thank you to each of our experts - go support their work! Martin (KSA): @martin_lowe_ Jon (MEX): @arnoldcommajon Peter (ARG): @pedro_coates Ryan (POL): @Ryan_Hubbard Follow our show: @windowintlpod Follow…
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Probably one of the trickiest yet most exciting groups yet, we are joined by a full panel of amazing guests representing each nation in Group F. Elliot (BEL): @Grenengln Adam (CAN): @adamkjenkins Benja (MOR): @maghribfoot Lovre (CRO): @croatiafooty Enjoy! Follow our show: @windowintlpod Follow Brandon: @We_Global Follow Joe: @twelfthyank…
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For this episode, Brandon and Joe were joined by: Danny (POR): @MisterDPP / @SelecaoPod David (URU): @UruguayanHeroes Michael (KOR): @taegeuktavern We run through all the teams (including Ghana) and get into the weeds a bit! Thank you to our panel for joining us! Enjoy! Follow our show: @windowintlpod Follow Brandon: @We_Global Follow Joe: @twelfth…
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For this preview, Brandon and Joe are joined by guests from Spain, Japan, and Costa Rica and we also touch on Germany! Panos (ESP): @Panos88K Alex (JPN): @ABishop32 Eddie (CRC): @crcfutbol Follow our show: @windowintlpod Follow Brandon: @We_Global Follow Joe: @twelfthyankBy Brandon Riff / Joe Gould
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Brandon and Joe are joined by a panel of guests to discuss each nation in Group B. Many thanks to the following for joining us! Adam (USA): @scuffedpod Ryan (WAL): @alt_wales Erfan (IRN): @Eri1806 Dom (ENG): @MrDomSmith Enjoy! Follow our show: @windowintlpod Follow Brandon: @We_Global Follow Joe: @twelfthyank…
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Brandon and Joe welcome several special guests to discuss the teams in Group A. Fin: @clockworkoranje Mo: @senegalenglish Ahmed: @QFootLive Huge thank you to our guests! Follow our show: @windowintlpod Follow Brandon: @We_Global Follow Joe: @twelfthyank Follow our show: @windowintlpod Follow Brandon: @We_Global Follow Joe: @twelfthyank…
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Brandon and Joe run through the UEFA Nations League results plus take a look at all the September match results from each of the 32 teams headed to Qatar next month. You can follow us at @windowintlpod, Brandon at @we_global, and Joe at @twelfthyank. Follow our show: @windowintlpod Follow Brandon: @We_Global Follow Joe: @twelfthyank…
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The Last Chance Before the World Cup
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Brandon and Joe delve into the September International Window, discussing Nations League and the games on hand for each of the 32 qualified teams for Qatar. They even go so far as to hand out grades... so who will have the best and worst?? Follow our show: @windowintlpod Follow Brandon: @We_Global Follow Joe: @twelfthyank…
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Special Edition: Interview w/ Matt Orr, Hong Kong National Team
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Brandon and Joe meet with Matthew Orr, forward of the Hong Kong National Team. Hong Kong just qualified for their first Asian Cup appearance since 1968. Matt discusses football in Hong Kong, his role in the national team, his experience qualifying, his career, and lots more! You can follow the show on Twitter at @we_global and @windowintlpod, and B…
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June 2022 International Break Review
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Brandon and Joe delve into what was around 300 international matches over the course of 3 weeks in June, touching on the final teams to make the World Cup, Nations League in both Europe and North America, continental qualifiers on Africa and Asia, and some snippets on South American nations. Follow our show: @windowintlpod Follow Brandon: @We_Globa…
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Brandon and Joe discuss the final few matches of World Cup Qualifying, plus look around at Asian Cup Qualifying, African Cup of Nations Qualifying, CONCACAF Nations League, and UEFA Nations League. Follow our show: @windowintlpod Follow Brandon: @We_Global Follow Joe: @twelfthyankBy Brandon Riff / Joe Gould
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With 29 of 32 teams now known, we review the action from the March international break and start to get you ready for Qatar, the draw, and more! Follow our show: @windowintlpod Follow Brandon: @We_Global Follow Joe: @twelfthyankBy Brandon Riff / Joe Gould
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This is [almost] it! The entire world is in Qualifying mode, and we circle the globe to talk about it. Oceania [OFC]: 0:00 - 07:00 Asia [AFC]: 07:49 - 15:40 South America [CONMEBOL]: 15:41 - 28:00 North/Central America & Caribbean [CONCACAF]: 28:01 - 40:00 Europe [UEFA]: 40:01 - 1:07:00 Africa [CAF]: 1:07:01 - 1:30:00 You can follow us and our fand…
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February 2022 WCQ's + WC Pot Discussions
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We review the February window in Asia, North/Central America & Caribbean, and South America. We also discuss the current pot situation ahead of the World Cup draw. Follow our new Twitter account: @windowintlpod Follow our show: @windowintlpod Follow Brandon: @We_Global Follow Joe: @twelfthyankBy Brandon Riff / Joe Gould
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