World Cup After Dark

It's crunch time at the World Cup. Austin and Amit get together to preview the Argentina-Spain final, from tactics to x-factors and everything in between. 

Austin and Amit try to make sense of Argentina's comeback semifinal win over England. 

Amit and Austin recap Spain's impressive 2-0 Semifinal win over France. 

Austin and Amit tackle a delicious set of Semifinals, starting with France-Spain, before moving to what promises to be a legendary clash between Argentina and England.

Austin and Amit recap a banner day of World Cup Quarterfinal action, starting with England's 2-1 win over Norway, keyed by another impressive showing from Jude Bellingham. Then it's on to Argentina-Switzerland, with the defending champions benefiting from another big call. 

It's another Quarterfinal recap on the World Cup After Dark, this time Austin and Amit look at Spain's 2-1 win over Belgium. 

Austin and Amit recap the first Quarterfinal: France's incredibly impressive, seemingly inevitable 2-0 win over Morocco. 

Austin and Amit ask all the big questions ahead of the World Cup Quarterfinals: How do you beat France? Can Belgium get the ball of Spain? Who you got between Haaland and Kane? And finally, Have we seen this game before for Argentina? 

Austin and Amit come together to break down another wild World Cup game from Argentina, this time a 3-2 comeback win over Egypt. The guys then close with a look at Switzerland moving past Colombia on penalties. 

Austin and Amit make sense of the USMNT's World Cup exit and recap what felt like an inevitable win for Spain against Portugal. 

The guys recap a tremendous start to the Round of 16, from England and Mexico's event-filled contest at the Azteca to Erling Haaland sinking Brazil, plus a look at Morocco getting past Canada and an abbreviated post-tournament eulogy for Paraguay after they fell 1-0 to France. Plus, a look at how the controversial overturning of Folarin Balogun's suspension changes tomorrow night's USA-Belgium clash. 

Amit and Austin break out the tactical chessboard and preview a World Cup Round of 16 full of tasty clashes. 

Austin and Amit react to a thrilling Round of 32 clash between Argentina and Cape Verde, marvel at the failure of Australia's penalty strategy against Egypt, and applaud Colombia for a workmanlike 1-0 win over Ghana.

Amit and Austin start with a recap of Portugal's crazy matchup with Croatia which featured stoppage time drama for both sides. The guys then go over Spain and Switzerland's impressive wins over Austria and Algeria respectively. 

Austin and Amit recap yet another banner day at the World Cup, starting with the USMNT's comprehensive, but costly, 2-0 win over Bosnia & Herzegovina. They next cover another Harry Kane special as England rallied for a 2-1 win over DR Congo, then try to make sense of Belgium's death defying 3-2 rally against Senegal.

Austin and Amit recap the tremendous atmosphere at the Azteca in Mexico's well-earned 2-0 win over Ecuador, cover Norway's 2-1 win over the Ivory Coast, including an insightful discussion on substitution management, then close by asking if anyone can beat France, because Sweden surely couldn't. 

Austin and Amit recap a banner day of World Cup Knockout Round action, starting with Gustavo Alfaro's best trick yet: eliminating Germany on penalties. They then dig deep on a high-level matchup between Morocco and the Netherlands that was decided on penalites, and close the show by giving Carlo Ancelotti's his props as Brazil rallied for a 2-1 win over Japan.

After a quick recap of Canada-South Africa, the guys give an in-depth preview of the 15 other Round of 32 matchups. 

Austin and Amit try and make sense of an absolutely insane finish to the Group Stage as Austria and Algeria draw 3-3, leaving Iran on the outside looking in. Plus, the lighting round runs across the rest of the results, including a tepid showing from England salvaged by Jude Bellingham, DR Congo forcing their way into the Round of 32, a high-level affair between Colombia and Portugal and yet another Messi goal. 

It's a Frenetic Friday recap on the latest edition of WCAD. Did Norway get it right by sitting their starters? Should we have expected anything different from Uruguay? Will Iran sneak into the Round of 32 on Saturday? Plus, a look at Cape Verde and Senegal sealing their spots in the knockout round, and we namedrop the Toronto Argonauts

Austin and Amit get together to break down Ecuador's World Cup-saving 2-1 win over Germany, Paraguay and Australia's un-surprising 0-0 draw, and all the rest of the action from Thursday at the World Cup, including a 3-2 loss for the US against Turkey. Plus, an updated look at the 3rd Place table, and early thoughts on the quickly-developing Quadrant of Death

It's a jam-packed WCAD that starts in the aftermath of Bafana Bafana's 1-0 win over South Korea. From there, the guys talk about a Brazil side that not only got Neymar back but looked as good as they have in some time, and a peak Haiti performance in their 4-2 loss to Morocco. The show caps with a Group B round-up, as Swtizerland's attack shone in a 2-1 win over Canada and Bosnia advanced in 3rd past Qatar. Finally, the guys take stock of the 3rd Place table and try to find a path through for Scotland. Plus, plenty of managerial fit talk, from Carlo Ancelotti's three-piece in Miami to Julen Lopetegui's sweat-stained polo in Seattle. 

The guys start the show with a deep dive into England's 0-0 draw with Ghana before tackling aging Croatia pulling out a 1-0 win over Panama. Then, it's time to give Cristiano Ronaldo his due as Portugal thrash Uzbekistan 5-0 before closing with a look at Colombia's frenetic 1-0 win over DR Congo. Plus, a Ghanaian witch doctor cursed Harry Kane, and it worked! 

Amit and Austin recap a star-studded day of World Cup action, starting with Norway's 3-2 win over Senegal which was keyed by a terrific performance from Erling Haaland. The guys next marvel in another high-level showing from Kylian Mbappé and France, before attempting to find words to describe Lionel Messi's show-stopping day in Argentina's 2-0 win over Austria. Finally, a look at Algeria's 2-1 late night win over Jordan and a quick rundown of what to watch on Tuesday. Plus, does Erling Haaland give off Jaws vibes? 

Austin and Amit start the show with a detailed breakdown of Cape Verde's wild 2-2 draw with the supernova that is late-era Bielsa Uruguay. From there, it's praise for Spain in a comprehensive 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia, disdain for Belgium in their 0-0 draw with Iran, and appreciation of Egypt's second half effort against New Zealand. 

Austin & Amit recap a great Germany-Ivory Coast clash then a wild Curaçao-Ecuador draw that leaves the South American side in an uncomfortable spot. The show then closes with a look at a pair of big wins for Netherlands and Japan. Plus, Hervé Renard's white shirt is the highlight of Tunisia's World Cup.

Austin and Amit recap another fantastic performance from the USMNT, then revel in the joy of Paraguay's unexpected win over Türkiye before recapping Morocco's 1-0 win over a very game-theoried Scotland and Brazil's comfortable 3-0 result against Haiti. Plus, Hervé Renard's Prestige audition is set for Saturday night.

Amit and Austin cover all the action from Thursday at the World Cup: Low-event Mexico pounce on another mistake to secure their spot atop Group A, Canada thrash a Qatar side that looked more like the team we've seen in Asian qualifying, Switzerland get it right (eventually) and Czechia & South Africa both let a big opportunity slip. 

Austin and Amit add their opinions to the growing Cristiano Ronaldo discourse after his lackluster performance in Portugal's 1-1 draw with DR Congo. Then, the guys look at an impressive England win over Croatia, plus a good showing from Colombia against Uzbekistan, and a Carlos Queiroz performance for the ages from Ghana. Plus, could Queiroz and Gustavo Alfaro star in a Prestige re-make?

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!  

Amit makes his triumphant return to the show as the guys break down a thrilling day that was headlined by Cabo Verde's historic 0-0 draw with Spain. From there, it's a look at Egypt's impressive performance in a 1-1 draw with Belgium, an after Dark Special between Iran & New Zealand and an underwhelming performance from Uruguay against Saudi Arabia. Plus, Rudi Garcia's last-minute hat solution.

Austin is joined by WCAD Day-one Parker Johnson to break down day 4 of the World Cup Group Stage, starting with an intriguing draw between the Netherlands and Japan. The guys then discuss Ivory Coast's late winner against Ecuador before pivoting to a pair of blowouts, one more surprising than the other. Plus, Parker has thoughts about the Trionda. 

Austin is joined by WCAD Day-one Parker Johnson to break down day 4 of the World Cup Group Stage, starting with an intriguing draw between the Netherlands and Japan. The guys then discuss Ivory Coast's late winner against Ecuador before pivoting to a pair of blowouts, one more surprising than the other. Plus, Parker has thoughts about the Trionda. 

Jack Collins of Ranks FC joins Austin to recap the third day of World Cup action, headlined by a 1-1 draw between Brazil and Morocco, Australia's late night upset in Vancouver, and World Cup scenes worth remembering for Haiti and Scotland. Also, Switzerland learn a valuable lesson about finishing chances. 

Austin is joined by Jon Arnold from the USA Today to recap a stellar start to the World Cup for the USMNT and a tight 1-1 draw between Canada and Bosnia & Herzegovina. Plus: how much ball does Marco Rubio know? 

Isaac Bushnell joins Austin to recap day one of the World Cup: Mexico's big 2-0 win over an overmatched South Africa and an After Dark delight between South Korea & Czechia. 

The guys close their World Cup previews with the traditional predictions show! It starts with a  trip to the Dark Horse Stables as Austin and Amit make their picks to surprise. Then they draft fantasy five-a-side teams as a way to preview individual successes. The show closes with a big bracket reveal as Austin and Amit give their tips to lift the trophy. 

Amit & Austin close out their World Cup Group previews with a look at Group G. Belgium lead the way, a second-tier European team with a last vestiges of a golden generation gifted a generous draw. Iran, one of the storylines on and off the pitch, join them, as do Egypt, who have hooked the hosts with their dark horse credentials. New Zealand round out the quartet, a big fish in the Oceanic confederation but a small fish in the World Cup pond. 

Austin and Amit preview Group L, starting with the question on everyone's lips this June: Is it coming home? After tackling an in-depth look at Tommy Tuchel's tactical approach for England, the guys try and decipher if Croatia can somehow surprise again. From there, it's on to Ghana, now managed by Carlos Queiroz in a bit of an oil and water combination, before finishing with an analysis of Panama's long-term Thomas Christiansen-led project. 

Austin and Amit preview Group J, led by defending champions Argentina, who are looking to become the first repeat World Cup Champions since Brazil in 1962. They're joined by Energy Drink Soccer afficionados Austria, Dark Horses of Tournaments Past Algeria, and a Jordan side dealing with key injuries. 

Jon Arnold returns for another World Cup Group Preview as this time the guys look at Group E. A re-vamped Germany lead the way, followed by a pair of physical dark horse contenders in Ecuador (the second-best team in South American qualifying) and Ivory Coast (full of young talent). Curaçao, one of the most intriguingly assembled teams of the World Cup, round out the group. 

The WCAD Preview Cycle reaches Group B, as the guys break down hosts Canada, a Switzerland team smack-dab in the middle of the European contingent, a Qatar side struggling for form, and Bosnia & Herzegovina, who may have captured the heart of one of the hosts... 

Austin & Amit welcome Henry Bushnell back to the show to preview the USMNT and Group D. The guys discuss whether this US team can meet the moment, and exceed the traditional bell curve result. Then, they tackle the dark arts of Gustavo Alfaro's Paraguay, an Australia side that feel out of place in Asia but right at home at the World Cup, and a Turkey team that make this one of the most wide-open groups of the tournament. 

The guys talk about Group C, a quintessential World Cup Group. Brazil, with Neymar (maybe?) are the headliners, though Morocco, who are looking to graduate past Dark Horse status into genuine contenders, will challenge for the top spot while Scotland and Haiti both have their sights set on finding a path out of the Group. 

Austin & Amit welcome Jack Collins of Sirius XM FC and the Ranks FC Podcast for a full preview of Group K. How will Portugal answer their questions and move past the second tier to become genuine World Cup contenders? Can Colombia set piece their way to a dark horse run? What do debutants Uzbekistan have in store, and will DR Congo stay solid enough to frustrate the favorites? 

Austin & Amit's tour of the groups continues with Group F, headlined by the eternal bridesmaids Netherlands, who are joined by podcast favorites Japan, a grimy group from Tunisia and qualifying antiheros Sweden. 

Amit and Austin are joined by Jon Arnold of the USA Today and Getting CONCACAF'd to preview a wide-open Group A. Hosts Mexico, once again haunted by the goal of a quinto partido, feature alongside a South Korea side looking for form, a South Africa setup prepared to play spoiler, and a Czechia team that have turned things around following a dip in qualifying. 

The group-by-group previews continue with a look at Group H, headlined by tournament favorites Spain, the potential end of El Loco Bielsa's run with Uruguay, and a feisty battle for third between uncertain Saudi Arabia, and debutants Cape Verde.

Austin and Amit break down an intriguing Group I, headlined by favorites France who are joined by potential dark horses Norway and Senegal and Iraq, the team with more matches played in qualifying than anyone else. 

Amit & Austin kick off their World Cup previews with a big picture look at the 2026 tournament, both on and off the field. The guys talk ticket prices, politics, and weather, before shifting to look at what to expect on the pitch: set pieces, the push and pull of low event football, and the constant calculations required with a third place table in play.