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First Touch ’26 - USA
Episode 43
2026 could be the biggest year in the history of American soccer. As co-hosts of the largest World Cup ever, the U.S. men’s national team enters the …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
First Touch ’26 - Uruguay
Episode 42
There are plenty of countries with rich soccer history, but you don’t get more “original power” than Uruguay. In this World Cup Capsule, David Gass d…
3 months ago
First Touch ’26 - Mexico
Episode 41
Mexico has been the backdrop for some of the World Cup’s most iconic moments—and in 2026, El Tri host the tournament for a record third time, hoping …
3 months ago
First Touch ’26 - South Africa, Featuring: Kiyan Singh & Pitchinvaders
Episode 40
There is so much to love about South Africa’s national team—Bafana Bafana—from the energy on the pitch to the color and spirit in the stands. In this…
3 months ago
First Touch ’26 - Switzerland
Episode 39
In the land of cheese, chocolate, and army knives, soccer is king—and Switzerland has deeper roots in the sport than most people realize. In this Wor…
3 months, 3 weeks ago
First Touch ’26 - Norway
Episode 38
The land of the Vikings is back on the World Cup stage for the first time since 1998—and Norway arrive as one of the tournament’s must-watch darlings…
3 months, 3 weeks ago
First Touch ’26 - Portugal Featuring Eric Kraukaer
Episode 37
A country of just 10 million people, Portugal has produced three Ballon d’Or winners—and in 2026 they might be the best bet to become the next new na…
3 months, 3 weeks ago
First Touch ’26 - Brazil
Episode 36
Brazil. Five World Cups. One bright yellow jersey that means everything.
In this World Cup Capsules episode, David Gass dives into The Seleção—the mo…
3 months, 3 weeks ago
First Touch ’26 - Colombia
Episode 35
No country rides the emotional roller coaster of the World Cup quite like Colombia. In this World Cup Capsule, David Gass tells the story of Los Cafe…
3 months, 3 weeks ago
First Touch ’26 - Morocco
Episode 34
There is no national team program hotter than Morocco right now. In this World Cup Capsule, David Gass dives into how the Atlas Lions went from peren…
4 months ago