# Sports Guyz Only; Billion Dollar Athlete

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Podcast: [Midwest Flyways Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/midwest-flyways-podcast-256443)
Published: 2026-06-26T20:20:36+00:00
Episode link: https://mwf.podbean.com/e/6-24sports/
Audio file: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/gnnn6scsdkm3psgx/6-24SportsAudio.mp3
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## Resource

This week on Sports Guyz Only, the crew goes all-in on the biggest sporting event on the planet: the FIFA World Cup. Joey jumps into the studio for a soccer-heavy episode as the guys break down the tournament's biggest storylines, the best players in the world, and why this World Cup feels different than any before it. The conversation starts with a debate over what actually qualifies as a sport before quickly shifting into World Cup fever. The guys discuss Lionel Messi's incredible start to the tournament, Cristiano Ronaldo's pursuit of history, Erling Haaland's dominance, and why France still looks like the team to beat. They also dive into Team USA's surprising run, whether the Americans can finally make a deep World Cup push, and why international soccer creates an atmosphere unlike any other sporting event. Along the way, they explain how international eligibility works, debate dual citizenship in world soccer, and compare the different playing styles across Europe and South America. Plus, a spirited argument over the eternal question: Messi or Ronaldo? Joey gives his perspective as a longtime soccer fan, while the rest of the crew weighs pure talent versus longevity, work ethic, and overall impact on the game. The guys also wander into plenty of classic Sports Guyz territory with discussions about Olympic athletes getting paid, the return of the Presidential Fitness Test, whether prestigious colleges actually matter in the real world, terrible fast-food chains, Waffle House adventures, and why Bojangles somehow became the most controversial topic of the night. To close things out, they hit the latest NBA offseason rumors, Timberwolves trade possibilities, the future of Jaden McDaniels, Jaylen Brown speculation, and the staggering amount of money today's global su…

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