# WCAD 4-19: On a day of stars, Messi shines brightest

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Podcast: [World Cup After Dark](https://stenobird.com/podcast/world-cup-after-dark-5789822)
Published: 2026-06-17T14:01:27+00:00
Episode link: https://zencastr.com/z/BDSt4lUJ
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Duration seconds: 3430

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Austin and Amit go over a truly entertaining day of World Cup action, starting with the brilliance of Messi in Argentina's 3-0 win over Algeria. Then, they talk about favorites France showing why they should be considered the team to beat, Erling Haaland's Norway proving to be too much for Iraq, and an After Dark special edition of Energy Drink Soccer between Austria and Jordan. Plus, Amit's up before his alarm goes off!

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