About this episode

Frank and Eddie preview the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup while discussing controversial refereeing and player careers.

The last 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup has wrapped up, as the tournament is once again shrouded in controversy. Argentina pulled off a late comeback against Egypt, but Frank and Eddie look into the theory that Messi and co are benefiting from some favorable refereeing decisions. Spain found a late winner against Portugal, but has Ronaldo truly ended his international career, and did his parting comments leave a sour taste in the mouth? Frank and Eddie look ahead to the quarterfinals, as France take on Morocco, England play Norway, Belgium play Spain, and Argentina face Switzerland. Plus, Eddie has started watching ’For all Mankind’ and he’s not sure that it’s actually good.

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