Podcast
World Football ETC
Hosted by World Sports ETC · EN
Hopes & dreams; society & cultures - what global football offers above all is an entry point to people across the world. Join journalists Paul Schmidt-Troschke, Jon Bonfiglio, and football expert Declan Link - alongside a host of special guests - on this unique take on all things related to the international footballing landscape.
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DISCUSSION: FIFA Emergency Meeting; Chelsea Transfer Strategy
5d ago00:38:57Tap to summarizeWith President Gianni Infantino’s leadership in crisis, the FIFA executive meet for a emergency session in Morocco. Plus Chelsea’s unique close-season transfer strategy.
Transcribe →DISCUSSION: UEFA Threatens FIFA Boycott Over Plans for WC Private Finance; Newcastle Utd. in Disarray; Italy Appoint Mancini
2w ago00:17:17Tap to summarizeWith von Troschke looking for ancient familial lands on the European mainland, only two are left to discuss the world football crisis.
Transcribe →FEATURE SERIES: The Most Absurd & Bizarre Football Matches in History - Barbados vs. Grenada, 1994
2w ago00:05:10Tap to summarizeIn this excerpt of the first part of a mini-series available in full to subscribers on Patreon, the team look at the most absurd and bizarre football matches in history, starting with the 1994 match between Barbados and Grenada, in which both teams were desperately trying to score own goals. The full episode is available on the World Cup Football Etc/World Sports Etc Patreon page: https://tinyurl.com/FriendsofWorldSportsetcPatreon
Transcribe →DISCUSSION: Klopp, Guardiola & Farewell to the Iconic Kevin Keegan
2w ago00:39:11Tap to summarizeDL, JB and Paul von Troschke come together to discuss news of the week, including Jurgen Klopp's first press conference as German coach, Pep Guardiola turning down the Italy role, and the passing of England great, Kevin Keegan.
Transcribe →FEATURE: The Unique 'Leagues Cup' of the MLS & Liga MX
2w ago00:07:07Tap to summarizeJon Bonfiglio looks at the annual tournament which pits the MLS and the Liga MX against each other in a unique competition.
Transcribe →DISCUSSION: Return of MLS & Inter Miami vs. Chicago Fire
3w ago00:16:15Tap to summarizePaul Schmidt-Troschke & Jon Bonfiglio with a look at the MLS changing its season dates as from 2027, plus Inter Miami vs. Chicago Fire.
Transcribe →FEATURE: The Legendary Velibor "Bora" Milutinović
3w ago00:07:30Tap to summarizePaul Schmidt-Troschke takes a look at the incredible, record-breaking figure of Velibor "Bora" Milutinović, who managed at 5 World Cups, with different teams.
Transcribe →DISCUSSION: Best & Worst of the 2026 World Cup
3w ago00:44:45Tap to summarizeIn the final episode on the 2026 World Cup, the guys come together to discuss the best, the worst, the unusual and the unique. For exclusive series on international sports topics, follow the World Sports etc Patreon page - just copy and paste the link below:https://tinyurl.com/FriendsofWorldSportsetcPatreon
Transcribe →DISCUSSION: Victory for Football as Spain Win World Cup
3w ago00:52:36Tap to summarizeAfter a final of incredible disparities, Link, Schmidt-Troschke & Bonfiglio return to analyze the match and its implications. For exclusive series on international sports topics, follow the World Sports etc Patreon page - just copy and paste the link below:https://tinyurl.com/FriendsofWorldSportsetcPatreon
Transcribe →DISCUSSION: World Cup Final Preview
3w ago00:26:16Tap to summarizeDL, PST and JB are back to discuss Argentina’s inevitable looming defeat (?) in the World Cup Final. For exclusive series on international sports topics, follow the World Sports etc Patreon page - just copy and paste the link below:https://tinyurl.com/FriendsofWorldSportsetcPatreon
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