About this episode

The FC crew discusses the World Cup kickoff, sharing their bracket picks and favorites, while previewing the opening match between Mexico and South Africa.

The FC crew look ahead to the start of the World Cup later today. The group give out their bracket picks and explain why they think France and Spain are rightfully favorites to win the tournament. Plus, Cristina Alexander and John Sutcliffe join the show to preview the opening match between Mexico and South Africa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: FC crew

Guests: Cristina Alexander, John Sutcliffe

Topics covered

• World Cup
• soccer predictions
• bracket picks
• opening match preview
• France
• Spain

Keywords

• World Cup
• soccer
• bracket picks
• France
• Spain
• Cristina Alexander
• John Sutcliffe
• Mexico
• South Africa

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: ESPN

Places: France, Spain, Mexico, South Africa

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