About this episode

The FC crew discusses Mexico's win in the World Cup opener and looks ahead to the USMNT's match against Paraguay.

The FC crew reacts to Mexico's convincing and chaotic win in the World Cup opener vs. South Africa. Did this win sway members of the panel? Next, we look ahead to the USMNT's opening match vs Paraguay tomorrow. Then, Jeff Carlisle sits down with members of the Iran National Team to discuss the 'tension' they have felt leading up to the tournament. Mauricio Pedroza stops by to give his take on Mexico's win before a quick Germany discussion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Guests: Jeff Carlisle, Mauricio Pedroza

Topics covered

• World Cup
• Mexico
• USMNT
• Iran National Team
• soccer
• sports

Keywords

• World Cup
• Mexico
• South Africa
• USMNT
• Paraguay
• Iran National Team
• soccer
• sports

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Iran National Team

Places: Mexico, South Africa, USMNT, Paraguay, Germany

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