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Abe Gordon and Madison Crews have you covered after United's 4-1 loss to the New England Revolution and now sit at the very bottom of the league. The good news, United has nowhere to go but up from here.

Abe Gordon and Madison Crews do their best to make sense of what happened after Atlanta United stormed back against Charlotte FC in the second half to pull out a draw after trailing two goals at halftime, despite some questionable officiating...again.

On The Morning Shift, Ali Mac, Mike Johnson and Beau Morgan spend some time with Atlanta United Color Analyst, Host of Atlanta Soccer Tonight, and 92.9 The Game’s own soccer insider and analyst Jason Longshore! Ali, Mike, Beau, and Jason discuss if Jason thought the first ever FIFA World Cup Halftime Show interfered with the match at all, if Jason thinks Spain beating Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final match 1-0 in extra time yesterday came down to Spain just being the better team, having the better roster, and taking down a team in Argentina that was just a good team with the best player of all-time on it, Spain not going anywhere between now and the 2030 FIFA World Cup, and where Lionel Messi’s 2026 FIFA World Cup performance ranks among his career.

Spain are World Cup champions for the second time, beating Argentina 1-0 in extra time behind Ferran Torres' late winner. Jason Longshore, Jon Nelson, and Madison Crews break down how España dominated the tournament defensively, why Rodri earned the Golden Ball, and where things stand for Lionel Messi and Argentina after their run finally ended. Plus, a full look at what this summer meant for US Soccer, from Mauricio Pochettino's tenure to the talent pipeline behind the next generation. Live from the Brewhouse Cafe in South Downtown, closing out fifty straight days of World Cup coverage on Atlanta Soccer Tonight.

Ten years after announcing his international retirement in that very building, Lionel Messi returns to MetLife Stadium with a chance to close the loop. Jason Longshore and Madison Crews revisit that full circle story before Oglethorpe head coach Jon Akin joins to break down the tactical battle to watch tomorrow, from Rodri's control of tempo to Argentina's aggressive man marking. Plus, the 3-4-3: three players to watch, four headlines including Kylian Mbappé's new World Cup scoring record, and three things that made Jason smile heading into the final.

One more sleep before Spain and Argentina play for the World Cup at MetLife Stadium. Jason Longshore and Madison Crews break down the stakes of a final between two teams who have met just fourteen times in seventy four years and never once in a World Cup knockout match, dig into the surprising bond between Spain boss Luis de la Fuente and Argentina's Lionel Scaloni, and tackle the physicality debate surrounding Argentina head on, stats included. Plus, thoughts on that wild third place game between England and France.

Abe Gordon and Madison Crews try to make sense of United's 1-0 loss to Nashville SC after dominating for most of the match.

On The Morning Shift, Mike Johnson and Beau Morgan spend some time with 92.9 The Game’s own soccer insider Madison Crews! Beau, Mike, and Madison discuss what Madison’s takeaways were from the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final match between Argentina and England here in Atlanta, Georgia, what she thinks about how England tried to defend Lionel Messi and the Argentina attack, what Madison thinks about the adjustments Argentina made to address the way England was defending them, how Madison feels about the 2026 FIFA World Cup final match between Spain and Argentina, why the final is being played in New York/New Jersey instead of Texas or Atlanta, the England soccer team having a lot of questions to answer over the next four years, how Madison feels about Atlanta United, what Madison thinks United can do in the rest of their season, and The Five Stripes having three matches in the next seven days.

Atlanta Soccer Tonight merges with The Intersection and Noel White joins the show as the World Cup is finally down to the last match! In the first segment, Jason breaks down Argentina’s greatness in their semifinal match against England. The World Cup Final is set: Messi and Lamine Yamal are in, Kane and Mbappé are out! In the second segment, Jason talks with Atlanta United's Cooper Sanchez ahead of their match with Nashville. How has Atlanta United's Cooper Sanchez prepared for the restart of MLS? Plus, what were the three things that made Jason smile? Can I Kick It?: MLS is ready to take over soccer fever!

Jason Longshore recaps another thrilling Argentina win, this time over England in the WC semis. The World Cup Final is set, with Spain set to tangle against Argentina. We preview that matchup, look at how a change in styles doomed England today, and offer last thoughts on the USMNT run this summer.

On The Morning Shift, Mike Johnson and Beau Morgan spend some time with Atlanta United Color Analyst, Host of Atlanta Soccer Tonight, and 92.9 The Game’s own soccer insider and analyst Jason Longshore! Mike, Beau, and Jason discuss Spain advancing to its first FIFA World Cup final, since winning it in 2010, with a 2-0 victory over France yesterday, how Spain was able to really neutralize Kylian Mbappé, how Jason felt about the penalty kick call against France that gave Spain their first goal of the match in the 22nd minute, preview today’s semi-final match here in Atlanta between Argentina and England, talk about what Jason expects to see in the match, talk about the magnitude of having this match in Atlanta, discuss if there is anything England can do to slow down and neutralize Lionel Messi in their match today similar to how Spain slowed down and neutralized Kylian Mbappé yesterday, discuss who Jason thinks will win today’s semi-final match between England and Argentina, and then Jason closes out the interview by predicting who he thinks will end up winning this year’s World Cup.

Spain put together their best performance of the tournament, dominating France 2 to 0 behind Pedro Porro's overlapping runs and Rodri's control in midfield, while Didier Deschamps drew criticism for blaming the referee afterward instead of crediting a better team. Then Jason Longshoe and Madison Crews dig into the biggest match in Atlanta sports history: Argentina and England meet in a World Cup for the first time since 2002, with Lionel Messi facing England for the first time in his career. They trace the rivalry's roots from the 1966 quarterfinal and the Falklands War through Maradona's Hand of God and David Beckham's fall and redemption, then break down the tactical questions facing both sides, including whether Lionel Scaloni benches Rodrigo De Paul and how Argentina plans to handle Anthony Gordon.

The World Cup semifinals arrive this week, and Jason breaks down both. France chases a third straight final against the one team that keeps beating them, Spain, with the mental war, the Rajoy controversy, and the tactical keys to Tuesday's match in Dallas. Then it's the match twenty one years in the making: Lionel Messi finally plays England, right here in Atlanta on Wednesday. Jason covers the full history of one of the sport's fiercest rivalries, Jude Bellingham's Maradona level stat, and the bulletin board material coming out of the English media. Plus, Atlanta United makes it official on center back Júnior Alonso, Atlanta United 2 routs Inter Miami II, MLS launches the biggest campaign in league history, and the USWNT sets a huge October date against Spain. It all closes with the 3-4-3.

On The Morning Shift, Mike Johnson and Beau Morgan spend some time with 92.9 The Game’s own Host, Producer and soccer insider Abe Gordon! Mike, On The Morning Shift, Beau, and Abe discuss how Abe feels about how the quarter-final matches played out in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, how Abe feels about the semi-final matchups, how Abe feels about the four best teams all making it to the semi-finals, if Abe thinks England has won their matches in a similar fashion to Argentina, if Abe thinks there’s a gap between England and the other three teams in the FIFA World Cup semi-finals, if Abe thinks France and Spain are the two best teams in the World Cup right now, if the winner of the France and Spain semi-final match will end up winning the World Cup, preview the semi-final matchup between France and Spain, discuss who Abe thinks has been the best player in this year’s FIFA World Cup, discuss which teams Abe thinks will make it to the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals, and talk about how Abe feels about how the Connor McGregor vs. Max Holloway fight went over the weekend.

Jason Longshore's Atlanta Soccer Tonight goes deep into the history books on the semifinalists of this year's World Cup, talks about what we've learned so far at the competition, and finishes with the 3-4-3.

Jason Longshore takes you through the night at the World Cup as it happens. Argentina survives, England does too, and they'll meet in Atlanta on Wednesday with a spot in the World Cup final on the line.

Spain survives a scare from Belgium's golden generation, 2 to 1, on a late Mikel Merino winner, and the goodbyes start piling up on the losing side. Jason breaks down what's next for Luis de la Fuente's Spain, now unbeaten in 13 straight major tournament matches, as they set up a Bastille Day semifinal with France. Then a full preview of Saturday's quarterfinal doubleheader, Norway vs England in Miami and Argentina vs Switzerland in Kansas City, with both winners headed to Atlanta for next week's semifinal. Plus the 3-4-3 to close it out.

On The Morning Shift, Ali Mac and Mike Johnson spend some time with 92.9 The Game’s own soccer insider Madison Crews! Mike, Ali, and Madison discuss the U.S. Men’s National Team’s 4-1 loss to Belgium in the Round of 16 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Christian Pulisic’s injury and the criticism he’s gotten after the world cup, and what 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final matchup she would like to see here in Atlanta.

Atlanta Soccer Tonight merges with The Intersection and Noel White joins the show as the World Cup excitement is heating up. In the first segment, Jason breaks down Kylian Mbappé’s day as France advances to the Quarterfinal round of the World Cup. Kylian Mbappé's greatness continues with another World Cup goal! In the second segment, Jason breaks down what he saw during Atlanta United's friendly. Atlanta United prepares to return with a friendly against Sporting KC. Plus, what were the three things that made Jason smile? Have you Googled Erling Haaland today?

On The Morning Shift, Ali Mac and Mike Johnson spend some time with former 12-year professional soccer player and now Audacy soccer insider and analyst Jamie Watson! Mike, Ali, and Jamie discuss if yesterday’s Round of 16 match between Argentina and Egypt here in Atlanta, Georgia was Jamie’s favorite match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup so far, if Jamie gives more credit to Argentina for their 3-2 comeback win over Egypt yesterday in their Round of 16 match, or if Jamie thinks Argentina’s comeback was more a result of Egypt not getting any calls go their way. Mike, Ali, and Jamie also talk about what it's like for guys on Egypt who were on the wrong side of that comeback yesterday, if Jamie is a guy that likes to see the team that beats the team he plays for or roots for go on to win the championship or get blown out and lose in the next round of the postseason or tournament, the U.S. Men's National Team’s 4-1 loss to Belgium in their Round of 16 match on Monday night, which team he thinks is the best team left in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Jamie loving the city of Atlanta, and Atlanta being a great host city in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Atlanta Soccer Tonight with Jason Longshore and Jarrett Smith discussing the USMNT at the World Cup this summer. The good, the bad, what's next, and more.

Atlanta Soccer Tonight merges with The Intersection and Noel White joins the show as the World Cup excitement is heating up. In the first segment, Jason breaks down Argentina's incredible comeback to make the quarterfinals. In the second segment, Jason and Noel wonder if Messi is finally winning over America. Are Americans finally understanding Messi's greatness? Plus, what were the three things that made Jason smile? Could Norway upset England?

Brazil is out. Neymar is done with the national team, in tears, after a stoppage time penalty in a 2-1 loss to Norway. Jason breaks down Ancelotti's tactical gamble and the penalty order controversy, then digs into the Folarin Balogun ruling that has Belgium furious and has World Cup history from 1962 back in the conversation. Plus a full look at every remaining Round of 16 matchup, Madison Crews joins live to preview USA vs. Belgium, the greatest Golden Boot race the World Cup has ever seen, and live reaction throughout as Mexico and England play an instant classic at the Estadio Azteca.

Two big favorites survived the World Cup round of 16 on July 4th, but neither made it look easy. Jason breaks down France's 1 to 0 escape against a Paraguay team that came to brawl, the wildly different reactions to it across Europe and South America, and Morocco's 3 to 0 win over Canada behind an Azzedine Ounahi brace. Then it's a full look ahead at Thursday's blockbuster quarterfinal between France and Morocco, plus everything coming this weekend: Mexico vs England at the Azteca, Brazil vs Norway, Portugal vs Spain, USA vs Belgium, and more. Closes out with the 3-4-3.

Argentina needed extra time and a own goal off Diney Borges to survive Cabo Verde 3-2 in one of the great World Cup matches in memory, with Vozinha making 18 saves and Lisandro Martínez turning a personal comeback story into the winning goal. Jason breaks down how Cabo Verde earned every bit of that match, previews Egypt's arrival in Atlanta for Tuesday's Round of 16 clash after their penalty shootout win over Australia, checks in on Colombia's push past Ghana, and sets up a stacked Saturday slate: Morocco vs Canada in Houston and France vs Paraguay in Philadelphia heat. Plus headlines on Germany parting ways with Julian Nagelsmann, Jürgen Klopp's name entering the picture, and Folarin Balogún's suspension ahead of USA vs Belgium. It all closes with the 3-4-3, presented by Ford.

Atlanta Soccer Tonight merges with The Intersection and Noel White joins the show as the World Cup excitement is heating up. In the first segment, Jason answers Noel’s World Cup questions as the knock-out round continues. King Harry Kane gets the win for England in Atlanta! In the second segment, Jason and Noel go over Cristiano Ronaldo’s winning penalty kick goal as well as the USMNT’s Red Card. Cristiano Ronaldo gets the win for Portugal! Plus, Jason and Noel discuss what we could see in the round of 16. What could we see from the Superstars in the next round?

On The Morning Shift, Ali Mac and Beau Morgan spend some time with 92.9 The Game’s own soccer insider Madison Crews! Beau, Ali, and Madison discuss if Madison has seen that viral German tourist Freddy has deactivated and deleted his ‘X’ account, what Madison thinks has been the biggest upset so far in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, what Madison thinks the number one thing is that the U.S. Men’s National team has to do to beat Bosnia-Herzegovina in their Round of 32 match tonight, if Madison expects Christian Pulisic to play heavy minutes for the U.S. Men’s National Team during their match against Bosnia-Herzegovina tonight, what Madison expects from the Brazil vs. Norway match on Sunday, and what Madison thinks DR Congo has to do to beat England in their Round of 32 match today here in Atlanta, Georgia.

The biggest soccer day in Atlanta history is hours away. Jason Longshore and Madison Crews break down the USMNT's Round of 32 matchup against Bosnia and Herzegovina, including Pochettino's mindset, the counter-press matchup, and what the brainwave penalty prep technology means if it goes to shootouts. Then it is England versus DR Congo at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, why the Ghana game is the template, and why Yoane Wissa is the variable that changes everything. The 3-4-3 features Mbappé's all-time record night, Haaland's late winner, and Michael Olise making history. Plus breaking news on Saba Lobjanidze, and live reaction to Mexico advancing past Ecuador in Stoppage Time.

On The Morning Shift, Ali Mac and Beau Morgan spend some time with 92.9 The Game’s own soccer insider Madison Crews! Beau, Ali, and Madison discuss what charms Madison got on her Bank of America charm bracelet, if Madison thinks Japan can take down Brazil today in their round of 32 match, if Madison thinks Congo DR are the darlings of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, how Madison is feeling about the Congo DR vs. England match that’s happening here in Atlanta on Wednesday, the US Men’s National Team having a manageable path to the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, what the USMNT has to do to beat Bosnia-Herzegovina in their round of 32 match on Wednesday, who US Men’s National Team fans should be rooting for to win between Belgium and Senegal, because the winner of that match will face the USMNT if the US Men’s National Team beats Bosnia-Herzegovina on Wednesday, and if Madison thinks Christian Pulisic will play the full 90 minutes against Bosnia-Herzegovina on Wednesday.

Paraguay knocked out Germany on penalties in one of the great upsets in World Cup history, and the day was just getting started. Brazil came from behind in stoppage time to beat Japan in Houston. The Netherlands and Morocco went the distance in Monterrey. And in the middle of it all, Paraguay's president declared a national holiday and Gustavo Alfaro gave one of the great manager press conferences of this generation. Jason Longshore breaks down the historic upset and the human stories behind it, from Orlando Gill's two penalty saves and his rise from selling national team jerseys four years ago, to Gustavo Gómez calling Germany's task "sweating blood," to Alfaro's now famous line about Paraguay finally getting to dance their own music. Carlo Ancelotti gave the quote of the World Cup so far on respecting the opponent after Brazil's comeback win, and Cody Gakpo scored for the Netherlands days after the loss of his unborn son, in a moment that made the game feel secondary. Wednesday brings the World Cup to Atlanta with England and DR Congo in the round of 32, and the United States face Bosnia and Herzegovina in Santa Clara. Plus a look ahead to Argentina vs Cape Verde in Miami on Friday, with Atlanta potentially hosting Messi the following Tuesday. Robert Lewandowski lands in MLS with the Chicago Fire, the FIFA Technical Study Group celebrates a faster World Cup, and the conversation continues on Stoppage Time. Atlanta Soccer Tonight is presented by Ford and Michelob Ultra, the official beer sponsor of FIFA World Cup 26.

The full episode of "Atlanta Soccer Tonight" with Jason Longshore from Monday, 06/29/26.

The World Cup Round of 32 is underway. Jason Longshore and Madison Crews break down Canada's late winner over South Africa, what the USMNT has to do against Bosnia and Herzegovina on Wednesday at Levi's Stadium, and how Atlanta becomes the center of the soccer world this week as England and DR Congo come to Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Plus: who actually leads the favorites picture (France, Argentina, and a slipping Spain), why Africa just had its best group stage in World Cup history with 9 of 10 teams advancing, what Jesse Marsch's "free hit" comment says about Canada's mentality, and the moment Enner Valencia handed the captain's armband to Moisés Caicedo before Ecuador stunned Germany. Two hours. Six segments. Round of 32 begins now.

Jason Longshore comes off a historic night at Atlanta Stadium where DR Congo rallied past Uzbekistan 3-1 for their first ever World Cup win, a result that books a round of 32 meeting with England in Atlanta on Wednesday. Yoane Wissa's brace, Fiston Mayele's go-ahead goal, and 68,000 fans turning Group K's finale into a night Atlanta will remember. Plus, England beat Panama 2-0 in New Jersey behind a Jude Bellingham goal and assist, with Harry Kane passing Gary Lineker as England's all-time leading World Cup scorer. The Shame of Gijón gets a 44-year sequel in Kansas City as Algeria and Austria meet in the most petty, chaotic final minutes of the group stage. The 3-4-3, brought to you by Ford, hits Bellingham, Wissa, and Petar Sučić as standouts, with Luka Modrić rewriting the World Cup record book at 40, Steve Clarke stepping down at Scotland, and Nico Williams out for the round of 32. Then on Stoppage Time, the full round of 32 bracket walk, Atlanta United transfer rumors including Koke, Junior Alonso, and Paulo Díaz, the Thiago Almada money question, and an unraveling of what Michele Kang's takeover of Lyon actually means for Botafogo. All on 92.9 The Game.

The full episode of "Atlanta Soccer Tonight" from Saturday, 06/27/26.

Cabo Verde, a nation of half a million people, draws with Saudi Arabia and walks into the World Cup Round of 32 in their first ever tournament appearance. Uruguay collapses against Spain, Fernando Muslera asks to be subbed at halftime, and Marcelo Bielsa takes the blame on his way out. Jason recaps the first major surprise of the 2026 World Cup, breaks down a historic Ousmane Dembélé hat trick that put France on top of Group I, and previews a Saturday slate that includes DR Congo and Uzbekistan at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, the Disgrace of Kansas City watch in Group J, and a Lionel Messi rest day against Jordan. Plus the 3-4-3, brought to you by Ford.

On The Morning Shift, Mike Johnson, Ali Mac, and Beau Morgan spend some time with former 12-year professional soccer player and now Audacy soccer insider Jamie Watson! Mike, Ali, Beau, and Jamie discuss if Jamie was satisfied with the U.S. Men’s National Team’s performance against Türkiye last night, if Jamie thinks the U.S. Men’s National Team’s loss to Türkiye last night resulted in the U.S. Men’s National Team losing the momentum they had going into that match even though the team had nothing to play for last night, how Jamie felt about the U.S. Men’s National Team Head Coach Mauricio Pochettino playing Christian Pulisic in a meaningless game last night against Türkiye coming off a calf injury, how Jamie is feeling about the U.S. Men’s National Team chances against Bosnia-Herzegovina in the round of 32, and what Jamie expects to see in the Congo DR versus Uzbekistan match that’s happening tomorrow here in Atlanta, Georgia.

The full episode of Atlanta Soccer Tonight with Jason Longshore from Thursday, 06/25/26.

Jason Longshore takes you through the first day of Matchday 3 at the 2026 World Cup. Madison Crews joins to discuss Morocco's win over Haiti in Atlanta. Groups A, B, and C are now complete and the USMNT will close out Group D tomorrow night.

Mike Johnson, Ali Mac, and Beau Morgan spend some time with Atlanta United Color Analyst & Host of Atlanta Soccer Tonight Jason Longshore! Mike Ali, Beau, and Jason discuss if Jason would rather wear the viral Bank of America 2026 FIFA World Cup charm bracelet or the Magic City hoodie from what was supposed to be Magic City Night last season for the Atlanta Hawks, just how much of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Jason has been watching, what’s on the line between Haiti and Morocco this evening in their World Cup match here in Atlanta, what happened with England in their scoreless draw with Ghana yesterday in their Group L World Cup match, and if Jason thinks Lionel Messi is going to run away with the Golden Boot award or if there are other players still in the running for it.

Ali Mac, Mike Johnson, and Beau Morgan spend some time with 92.9 The Game’s own soccer insider Madison Crews Mike, Beau, Ali, and Madison discuss how fun it’s been to see the entire country get behind the sport and get hype for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, how Team USA matches up with Türkiye, what Team USA fans should expect from the match on Thursday with Türkiye, if Madison thinks Christian Pulisic will play in Team USA’s match with Türkiye on Thursday, how Team USA Head Coach Mauricio Pochettino could potentially balance resting guys and keeping the team’s positive momentum high, if Madison thinks Team USA has a chance to win the World Cup this year, what’s been Madison’s favorite part of the 2026 FIFA World Cup so far, and if there’s a World Cup group this year that’s been playing out differently than Madison expected.

Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player in history to score in six different FIFA World Cups, adding two goals as Portugal put Uzbekistan away 5-0. But the other record set tonight was the one nobody wanted: England finished with 78.8 percent possession against Ghana in Foxborough, the highest figure in World Cup history without a goal, and late in the match they may well have gotten away with a penalty that was never called or reviewed. Jason breaks down both records, Croatia's vital win in Toronto where halftime sub Ante Budimir became the oldest scorer in Croatian World Cup history, Luka Modrić's 200th international cap, and Algeria staying alive with the Disgrace of Gijón already casting a shadow over what comes next. Then the full Matchday 3 preview for Groups A, B, and C, including the scoreboard-watching scenario around Scotland, Brazil, and Morocco vs. Haiti right here at Mercedes-Benz Stadium tomorrow at 6pm. In Stoppage Time, Jason and Jared Smith watch Colombia beat DR Congo live, walk through the full bracket, and dig into the Atlanta United roster picture following Mauricio Culebro's first press conference as president of soccer.

The stars showed out on a Monday night at the World Cup, and Jason Longshore has it all covered. Lionel Messi broke the all-time World Cup scoring record with a brace against Austria in Dallas, surpassing both Miroslav Klose on the men's side and Marta on the women's side to stand alone at 18 goals across six tournaments. And Thiago Almada, the guy Atlanta United fans watched grow up in this city, set it up with a perfectly timed dummy at the top of the box. Kylian Mbappé scored twice for France through a two-hour lightning delay in Philadelphia to reach 16 World Cup goals. And Erling Haaland added a brace of his own as Norway topped Senegal to go through to the round of 32. Jason previews all four matches on Tuesday's schedule, including why the Portugal and Ronaldo situation is turning into a telenovela, why England vs Ghana is the match of the day, and why Colombia vs DR Congo could be the wildest game of match day two. The 3-4-3 covers Christian Pulisic returning to full training with the USMNT, Mauricio Culebro speaking publicly for the first time since arriving in Atlanta, the new Italian Football Federation president, and Germany losing Nico Schlotterbeck for the rest of the tournament. Then Stoppage Time kicks off on YouTube with Madison Crews and the returning legend Jarrett Smith joining Jason for a deep dive on the Argentina-France collision course, the full tournament bracket as it currently stands, the Norway pedigree question, the Scotland situation, and plenty of talk about sticker packs.

Jason Longshore breaks down a wild Sunday at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Spain answered every critic with a 4-0 rout of Saudi Arabia in Atlanta, and Mikel Oyarzabal became just the second player on record since 1966 to register three goal involvements in the opening 25 minutes of a World Cup match. In Miami, Cabo Verde refused to fold against Uruguay, drawing 2-2 to stay unbeaten and put a Senegal 2002 history book entry on notice. Plus Japan eliminating Tunisia in the 1,000th match in World Cup history, Belgium's stunning scoring drought, and Iran sitting top of Group G. Looking ahead to Monday's slate with Messi and Argentina, Mbappé's 100th cap and his MLS comments, Norway versus Senegal, and a Jordan-Algeria elimination feel. Plus the trends shaping this tournament, from the USMNT's pressing identity to the substitute goal explosion. Closing with the 3-4-3.

The Netherlands broke a World Cup record that stood since the 1960s. Germany needed a guy off the bench to bail them out again. And then Curaçao's keeper put on one of the gutsiest ninety minutes of the tournament, one save short of the all time World Cup record, in a match that started as background noise and ended up stealing half the show. Jason and Madison also get into the Almirón red card and the new rule behind it, why Gustavo Alfaro's complaint doesn't hold up, and what Luis de la Fuente actually said about Spain heading into a must have match against Saudi Arabia tomorrow at noon in Atlanta. Plus the yellow card math facing the U.S. ahead of Thursday, a full knockout bracket walkthrough, and the 3-4-3 to close it out.

Live from the patio at McCray's Tavern on the Atlanta Beltline, Jason Longshore breaks down a statement 2-0 win for the USA over Australia that locks up a Round of 32 spot with a group match still to play. He walks through how both goals went in, an own goal forced by Folarin Balogun and a header from Alex Freeman confirmed after a lengthy VAR review, plus the underlying numbers behind a performance that didn't miss a beat without an injured Christian Pulisic. Madison Crews joins from her own watch party to give her read on the win, postgame clips from Mauricio Pochettino cover what he's seen from Freeman and Ricardo Pepi, and Jason checks in live on Scotland vs Morocco, where Ismael Saibari put Morocco in front. Plus, previews of tonight's Brazil vs Haiti and a near elimination match between Türkiye and Paraguay that could shape the rest of Group D, the USA's projected path through the knockout rounds, and the 3-4-3 to close out the show.

Jason Longshore and Noel White talk World Cup shenanigans, recaps, previews, culture, and more on tonight's Atlanta Soccer Tonight.

Jason Longshore and Madison Crews talk about the last of Matchday 1 around the World Cup, who has been impressive, who has been disappointed, and who has just whelmed.

On The Morning Shift, Mike Johnson, Ali Mac, and Beau Morgan spend some time with 92.9 The Game’s own Host, Producer and soccer insider Abe Gordon! Mike, Ali, Beau, and Abe discuss what World Cup match Abe is looking forward to the most today, if France showed Abe enough to make him think they’re legit World Cup title contenders in their 3-1 win over Senegal yesterday, what Abe thinks about the decision from the referee to not call a foul even after looking at VAR after it looked like Kylian Mbappé got fouled inside the penalty box yesterday during France’s match with Senegal, how Abe is feeling about the United States’ match against Australia on Friday, if Abe expects Christian Pulisic to play for Team USA on Friday after being kicked in the calf in the Team USA’s first match last Friday, if Abe thinks Lionel Messi is still the best player in the world right now, Messi having a hat trick in Argentina’s World Cup match against Algeria yesterday, what country Abe thinks is flying under the radar right now, what Team USA’s path is to winning Group D, and how Abe thinks Atlanta has been as a host city for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Jason Longshore and Madison Crews break down a stacked World Cup Tuesday. Kylian Mbappé becomes France's all-time leading scorer and climbs into the top tier of World Cup history in a 3-1 win over Senegal, Lionel Messi earns his 200th cap as Argentina opens the defense of their title against Algeria, and the USMNT gear up for Friday's match against Australia off the back of the most-watched FIFA Men's World Cup telecast in U.S. history. Plus, an injury crisis hits England's defense, Cape Verde's goalkeeper has a moment that's gone viral, Colombia walks into the altitude at the Azteca, Cristiano Ronaldo's final World Cup begins in Houston, and it all closes out with the 3-4-3.

On The Morning Shift, Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan and Ali Mac spend some time with 92.9 The Game’s own soccer insider Madison Crews! Mike, Beau, Ali, and Madison discuss what Madison thought about Team USA’s 4-1 win over Paraguay on Friday in their opening 2026 FIFA World Cup match, what has been the biggest surprise of the 2026 FIFA World Cup for Madison so far, how important Tim Ream has been to Team USA as their captain, what Australia’s kind of surprising 2-0 win over Türkiye last night means for Team USA and their group, Group D, which 2026 FIFA World Cup teams are flying under the radar right now that people should start paying attention to, if Germany’s 7-1 win over Curaçao yesterday is more a result of who Germany played or proof of how much of a force Germany will be in this year’s World Cup, and what non Team USA FIFA World Cup match Team USA fans should take time to watch.