Episode Details

The United States have laid down an early marker at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a stunning 4-1 victory over Paraguay, and Ade Oladipo and Kweku Afari are on the ground to break it all down.

In Episode 2 of FIFA World Cup On The Ground with Sporty TV, the pair react to a brilliant performance from Mauricio Pochettino’s side and discuss whether the USA can become one of the surprise packages of the tournament on home soil.

They also look ahead to one of the biggest matches of the opening round as Brazil face Morocco. Can Carlo Ancelotti begin his World Cup journey with victory, or can Morocco continue their remarkable rise on the international stage? Ade and Kweku give their predictions for a fascinating clash between African champions and South American giants.

Plus, Scotland begin their first World Cup campaign since 1998 as they take on Haiti. Can Steve Clarke’s side make a winning start, or could another shock be waiting around the corner?

The episode also heads into the England camp, where Thomas Tuchel faces some major selection decisions ahead of the Three Lions’ opening match against Croatia. Does Morgan Rogers deserve to start ahead of Jude Bellingham? And what exactly happened with England’s missing training kit?

Topics include:

• USA 4-1 Paraguay reaction • Mauricio Pochettino’s impact on the United States • Brazil vs Morocco preview and predictions • Carlo Ancelotti’s first World Cup match as Brazil manager • Scotland vs Haiti preview • Scotland’s first World Cup appearance since 1998 • England vs Croatia build-up • Morgan Rogers or Jude Bellingham? • Thomas Tuchel’s selection dilemmas • The mystery of England’s missing training kit

FIFA World Cup On The Ground with Sporty TV follows Ade Oladipo and Kweku Afari across North America throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup, bringing you reaction, analysis, predictions and behind-the-scenes stories from football’s biggest tournament.

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