Episode
First Touch Dispatch Presented by Soccer.com | Ep. 5
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- Jun 3, 2026
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- 829
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Summary
On this episode of First Touch Dispatch we give the latest updates on injuries forcing players to withdraw from the tournament, a record breaking counterfeit merchandise bust, and a closer look at the new rules being implemented at the World Cup. All that and more on First Touch Dispatch. 0:42 Injuries to Key Players 2:46 Thomas Partey Ghana Inclusion 4:11 Counterfeit Merchandise Bust 5:39 Field Conditions 8:52 A Closer Look - New Rules 12:54 One For the Road - MLS Players at WC '26