Today we're continuing our build up to The World Cup. as we assess the favourites to win the tournament - and even make some predictions too.
So who are the contenders, and who could spring a surprise this summer?
Plus, we ask former England goalkeeper Rob Green what it’s actually like to play at a World Cup.
Host: Emma Paton Guests: Rob Green, Mark Critchley, Liam Twomey Exec Producer: Guy Clarke Producer: Mike Stavrou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
David Ornstein's World Cup transfer watchlist
08/06/2026 | 37 mins.
As the World Cup gets underway on Thursday, we're here to look ahead to which deals could happen this summer.
David Ornstein joins The Athletic FC's new signing Emma Paton as well as Jay Harris and Mark Critchley to discuss a number of the big deals that could be completed.
There's the latest on Man City's pursuit of Elliot Anderson as well as Liverpool's interest in RB Leipzig's Yan Diomande.
Plus, who are the players to watch out for at the World Cup this summer - and which are the best World Cup signings of years gone by?
Host: Emma Paton With: Jay Harris, Mark Critchley and David Ornstein Executive Producer: Guy Clarke Producers: Jay Beale and Liam Warburton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Emma Paton joins The Athletic FC Podcast for The World Cup
07/06/2026 | 0 mins.
We're delighted to welcome Emma Paton to The Athletic FC Podcast team for the World Cup.
Emma is a renowned presenter and broadcaster in the UK having worked as a presenter at Sky Sports since 2019 and will join the rest of the team, including Adam Leventhal, David Ornstein, Adam Crafton, Matt Slater, James Horncastle and many more from the biggest sports newsroom ever assembled.
Join us from Monday June 8th! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The World Cup's most tactically interesting teams
06/06/2026 | 35 mins.
With the World Cup right around the corner, The Athletic FC Tactics podcast discuss the most tactically interesting teams at this summer’s tournament.
Plus, how the favourites are looking — and… how to build a successful World Cup squad.
Host: Michael Bailey Guests: Michael Cox, Conor O’Neill & Liam Tharme Producer: Mike Stavrou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The 10 greatest World Cup moments
05/06/2026 | 1h 23 mins.
As excitement builds for the 23rd edition of the World Cup, it’s time to look back on the defining moments in the competition's recent history.
From ghost goals, to headbutts and… the Hand of God - we’ll attempt to rank the top 10 iconic performances and incidents from the last 10 tournaments.
Host: Duncan Alexander Guests: Jack Lang, Oli Kay, Will Jeanes, Felipe Cardenas Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producer: Mike Stavrou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Athletic's flagship football podcast - hosted by Adam Leventhal and Emma Paton - will be with you six days a week during the World Cup, bringing unrivalled analysis and colour from every single host city. Featuring the likes of David Ornstein, Adam Crafton, Matt Slater and James Horncastle, the show will takes audience inside the biggest stories in football told by the best reporters in the business. We cut through the noise to tell you what’s really happening - and why it matters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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