World Cup Fever: Predictions, Players & the Future of Soccer with Carlo Rivas Jr.

The world’s biggest sporting event is coming to North America — and soccer may never be the same.In this special Maverick Makers World Cup Edition, Michelle Daides sits down with Carlo Rivas Jr., former professional soccer player, coach, mentor, and Technical Director of CR Soccer Academy, for an exciting conversation about the World Cup, the future of soccer, and what this historic tournament means for players, families, fans, and the next generation.The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be hosted across Canada, the United States, and Mexico, making it the first World Cup shared by three host countries. It will also be the largest edition yet, expanding to 48 teams and 104 matches across North America.Carlo brings a rare perspective to the conversation. Born in Toronto with deep Chilean soccer roots, he began his career with Cruz Azul in Mexico before playing professionally in Chile with Deportes La Serena, Municipal Iquique, and Universidad de Concepción. He also represented Canada at the U-20 level and earned a senior national team cap.In this episode, Carlo shares his predictions, favourite teams, players to watch, dark horses, and expert insights into what fans should be paying attention to as World Cup fever builds. But this conversation goes beyond the scoreboard. Michelle and Carlo also explore what this moment could mean for soccer culture in Canada, youth development, national pride, and the belief that young players can dream bigger than ever before.Whether you’re a lifelong football fan, a soccer parent, a young athlete, or someone just getting swept up in the excitement, this episode is your insider pass to the beautiful game on the world’s biggest stage.To learn more about Carlo and CR Soccer Academy here!In This EpisodeMichelle and Carlo talk about:Why this World Cup is such a historic moment for North AmericaWhat it means for Canada to host men’s World Cup matches for the first timeCarlo’s predictions for the tournamentTeams that could dominate — and teams that could surprise everyonePlayers and young stars to watchWhat separates the top soccer nations from the restCanada’s missed opportunity on home soilHow the World Cup can inspire the next generation of players

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