# USMNT Knockout Preview and Mexico's Dark Horse Chances

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Podcast: [The Athletic FC: Daily Cup](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-athletic-fc-daily-cup-7899757)
Published: 2026-06-30T10:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Welcome to the Daily Cup as we dive deeper into the win-or-go-home World Cup knockout stages! Today, hosts Tamerra Griffin and Hannah Vanbiber are joined by Henry Bushnell for a USMNT vibe check ahead of their massive knockout match against Bosnia and Herzegovina. The Tifo Football Podcast stops by to analyze if Kylian Mbappe is getting too big for the game. Jay Harris and Felipe Cardenas discuss Mexico's perfect group stage and their Round of 32 match against Ecuador. Plus, Hannah uncovers the secrets behind the music played at World Cup venues.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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