Three Lions or Stars & Stripes

Dylan's History of Sports returns with another World Cup preview as England football fan Tom Jacobs joins the show to discuss the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Tom and "The Big D" begin by examining the hopes and expectations of their respective nations, England and the United States, before looking ahead to the tournament as a whole. With the biggest World Cup in history set to take place across North America, the pair break down the contenders, storylines, and what fans can expect from football's biggest stage. The 2026 tournament will be the first World Cup featuring 48 teams and will be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.