# First Touch: UEFA’s Road to the 2030 World Cup

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Podcast: [First Touch | World Soccer](https://stenobird.com/podcast/kickback-26-7606085)
Published: 2026-07-29T19:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Spain and France have set the standard in Europe, but who can challenge them next? David Gass and Matt Doyle break down Europe's top contenders, the shifting balance of power and what’s next on the road to the 2030 FIFA World Cup. This episode continues First Touch's Road to the 2030 World Cup series, previewing every confederation, the biggest storylines and the teams to watch on the road to 2030. 0:00 Leading the Way: Spain & France 1:48 The Next Tier: England & Portugal 6:04 The Netherlands, Italy & Germany 12:22 Euro 2028 & the Road to 2030 #WorldCup #UEFA #FirstTouch Related Episodes 🎙️ Africa's Road to the 2030 World Cup 🎙️ CONCACAF's Road to the 2030 World Cup

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