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Back to EpisodesUSMNT vs Bosnia Preview, Haaland Makes History & Can France's Attack Be Stopped at the World Cup?
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The USMNT's biggest match of the tournament is here. Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down the Round of 32 showdown against Bosnia & Herzegovina, discussing the tactical keys to victory, how Bosnia is likely to approach the match, and what Mauricio Pochettino's side must do to reach the quarterfinals. The guys also make their final predictions before saying goodbye to Washington Post soccer writer Steven Goff. Then they react to Norway's historic first-ever World Cup knockout victory and debate whether Erling Haaland's five goals in three matches make him the Golden Boot favorite. Can Norway really shock Brazil next?
France continues to look unstoppable. Christian and Alexis react to Kylian Mbappé making World Cup knockout history as France cruises past Sweden and ask whether anyone in the tournament can slow down the reigning powerhouse. They also recap Mexico's victory over Ecuador and discuss just how dangerous El Tri could be as the knockout rounds continue.
To close the show, betting analyst Ben Fawkes joins the podcast to break down his favorite wagers for the Round of 16, including USMNT vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina, Portugal vs. Croatia, Colombia vs. Ghana, and Spain vs. Austria. Then the boys wrap things up by previewing Belgium vs. Senegal, Spain vs. Austria, and Portugal vs. Croatia as another blockbuster day of World Cup action awaits.
Timestamps:
(1:00) — USMNT vs Bosnia preview with Steven Goff
(8:00) - Erling Haaland powers Norway past Ivory Coast
(13:00) - France look unstoppable yet again vs. Sweden
(16:00) - Mexico end 40 year knockout drought against Ecuador
(24:00) - World Cup betting preview with Ben Fawkes
(40:00) - Matchday preview
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