# An Idiot's Guide to the 2026 World Cup

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Podcast: [The Athletic FC Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-athletic-fc-podcast-887075)
Published: 2026-06-11T12:15:08+00:00
Episode link: https://shows.acast.com/the-athletic-fc-podcast/episodes/an-idiots-guide-to-the-2026-world-cup
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## Resource

The 2026 World Cup starts here! Well, in Mexico City as co-hosts Mexico take on South Africa. Join Adam Leventhal, Jay Harris and Cerys Jones as they give you the lowdown on everything you need to know ahead of the tournament getting underway. Jack Lang reflects on Gianni Infantino's press conference on the eve of the tournament, while Felipe Cardenas gives us the lowdown on what to expect from Mexico, before we analyse their bright-young hope, Gilberto Mora as part of The Athletic's Stars of Soccer! Access to all of The Athletic's World Cup coverage is free via our app during the duration of the World Cup! Host: Adam Leventhal With: Jay Harris and Cerys Jones Featuring: Jack Lang and Felipe Cardenas Executive Producer: Guy Clarke Producers: Mike Stavrou and Grayson Moody Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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