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With the 2026 FIFA World Cup around the corner, and North America playing host, we wanted to dedicate an episode to breaking down everything you need to know before the world's biggest sporting event kicks off.

Whether you're completely new to soccer, a casual fan looking for a refresher, or someone who just wants to understand what everyone will be talking about this summer, this episode is your World Cup crash course.

We cover:
⚽ What the FIFA World Cup is and why it's so important
🌎 Why the 2026 tournament is historic for the United States, Mexico, and Canada
🏆 How the group stage and knockout rounds work
📈 How countries qualify
⭐ The favorites to win the tournament
🐐 Why this could be the final World Cup for Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo
🇺🇸🇲🇽🇨🇦 What to expect from the host nations

By the end of the episode, you’ll be ready to follow the tournament and join the conversation.

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Mario is back from Morocco rocking a Brahim Díaz jersey, SDFC are back to dropping heartbreaking late points, and Barcelona are officially La Liga champs. The guys break down San Diego FC’s frustrating run of draws, the electric atmosphere at Snapdragon, Real Madrid’s latest disasterclass, and what comes next for Barça and Madrid heading into the offseason.

Then it’s time for the return of The Special One. Mario and Amilcar revisit some of José Mourinho’s funniest, most unhinged, and most legendary quotes — including “I am a special one,” “I was rude to an idiot,” and the iconic “I am a coach, not Harry Potter.”

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Mr. Leo is back as a guest host with a jam-packed episode of The Pitch Report! First, we break down San Diego FC's frustrating 2-2 draw against LAFC, SDFC were cruising at 2-0 until the 82nd minute. What happened? Is it time to Free Chucky? And with another potential injury to CJ Dos Santos and a tough matchup against 4th-ranked Seattle Sounders on the horizon!

Then it's Champions League semi-final madness, PSG edges Bayern in an 11-goal thriller (6-5), while Arsenal narrowly takes down Atlético 2-1. Both sides punch their tickets to the final in Amsterdam on May 30th. Who wins it all?

We close out with the drama you came for,  Real Madrid fights (yes, really), and a full Clásico preview ahead of Sunday's showdown. You won't want to miss it.

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Welcome back to The Pitch Report! Join Mario and Amilcar as they break down a chaotic week in world football. From the heartbreak of the Champions League quarterfinals to a reality check on how long it’s actually been since Barcelona last lifted the trophy, we’re covering it all.

In this episode:

• MLS Slump & SDFC Woes: We dive into San Diego City’s recent struggles, defensive errors, and why we’re officially in a slump [02:47].
• Champions League Recap: Analysis of the "cardiac" matches between Real Madrid vs. Bayern and Barca vs. Atletico [12:47].
• A Trip Down Memory Lane: We look at what the world was like in 2015—the last time Barca won the UCL. (Hint: "Uptown Funk" was the anthem and the iPhone 6 was brand new) [16:31].
• The "Bottler" Race: Is Arsenal heading for another second-place finish? We discuss the Premier League title race and Manchester City’s relentless pursuit [31:37].
• Leicester City’s Fall: A moment of silence for the former Premier League champions as they face relegation to League One [37:03].

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Can a non-alcoholic beer actually taste like a Champions League winner? In this special "Pitch Report Madness" edition, the crew is joined by special guests Jesus and Mr. Leo for a high-stakes, blind taste test bracket to crown the #1 NA beer on the market.

[PLEASE NOTE: This podcast episode is best experienced on YouTube to see the full bracket reveal and the crew's reactions!]

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The Blind Taste Test Bracket:
To keep things interesting, every beer was assigned a soccer team identity. From the "Group Stages" to the "Finals," the crew debated flavors and mouthfeel without knowing the brand behind the logo.

Soccer Talk & Hot Takes:
Between sips, the guys dive deep into the world of football.

The NA Beer Lineup (The Reveal):

• Manchester United = Sierra Nevada Brewing
• Hearts FC = Rancho West Beer
• Tigers SC = Athletic Brewing
• Gotham FC = Heineken USA
• Barcelona FC = Guinness US
• Hounslow Harriers = Stone Brewing
• SD Wave = Peroni USA
• FC Porto = Corona
• AFC Richmond = Coors Light
• San Diego FC = Asahi Super Dry
• Chivas = Penn’s Best NA
• Real Madrid = Estrella Galicia

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The Red Cards Continue, as Barca, SDFC, and Man United all play with a man down.

Amilcar and Mario break down whether their teams can pull off a remontada in the Champions League — and compare their takes to our listener poll. Meanwhile, SDFC hits uncharted territory after four games without a win.

We also dive into the ongoing FIFA World Cup ticket chaos and more.

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🍻 Coming next: Pitch Report Madness — our March Madness-style bracket… but with non-alcoholic beers. Don’t miss it!

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USMNT Concerns, Italy Out Again, UCL Quarterfinal Preview, and SDFC’s First Loss of the season.

Mixed results during the international break — including Italy missing the World Cup for a THIRD time in a row.

On this episode of Pitch Report, Mario & Amilcar break down growing concerns around the USMNT after heavy defeats, react to Italy shockingly missing the World Cup AGAIN, and preview a massive week of UEFA Champions League quarterfinal matchups including Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich and Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid.

We also bring it back home to discuss San Diego FC’s first loss of the season, as they play most of the match with 10 players… again.

In this episode:

• USMNT struggles vs Belgium & Portugal

• Italy fail to qualify for the World Cup

• Mexico & Spain takeaways from the international break

• Champions League quarterfinal preview 

• San Diego FC’s first loss

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🎧 Note: A bit of background noise in parts of this one — thanks for bearing with us!

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We’re back with another episode of Pitch Report.

We kick things off with our experience at a Chelsea supporters bar in LA and what it’s like being surrounded by die-hard fans on matchday (plus what not to wear 😅). From there, we dive into San Diego FC’s tough week - getting knocked out of the Concacaf Champions Cup, followed by a draw at home. 

We also break the 2nd leg of the Champions League round of 16, and which teams are looking like real contenders. Plus, we touch on MLS vs Liga MX matchups, transfer rumors (👀 Griezmann to MLS?), and more.

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https://youtu.be/WyOEtGZ0bk8

Shoutout to Joxer Daly’s and the Chelsea supporters group:

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We had a blast with you on Saturday! 💙

🎶 Check out the Coca-Cola World Cup anthem we mentioned:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NWOALJ0C0I8

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We’re back at it! On this episode of Pitch Report, Mario & Amilcar cover a packed week in soccer; from San Diego FC’s huge performance against Toluca to Champions League Round of 16 matchups and the latest World Cup kit drops.

San Diego FC continues to impress early in the season and faced one of their toughest tests yet against Liga MX powerhouse Toluca. Despite the challenge, SDFC delivered a massive result, showing resilience and proving they belong on the big stage.  

We also break down the Champions League Round of 16 second legs, including Real Madrid vs Manchester City, Barcelona’s chances, and other key matchups that could shake up the tournament.

To wrap things up, we react to newly released World Cup kits from the USA, Canada, and Brazil, plus a few quick hits from around the soccer world.

In this episode, we discuss:

• San Diego FC’s strong start to year two

• SDFC vs Toluca recap and second leg expectations

• Champions League Round of 16 preview

• New World Cup kits (USA, Canada, Brazil)

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What are your thoughts on San Diego FC so far? And who’s winning the Champions League?

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Pitch Report Countdown Series: 25 Biggest Soccer Moments of the Last 25 Years.

We wrap up our three-part countdown of the 25 biggest soccer moments of the last 25 years. On this episode of Pitch Report, Mario & Amilcar reveal the Top 5 moments that defined modern soccer.

This is Part 3 of 3, where we finish the list with historic achievements, unforgettable comebacks, and some of the most dominant performances the game has ever seen.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Cristiano Ronaldo’s incredible bicycle kick vs Juventus

• Lionel Messi’s record-breaking 91-goal calendar year (2012)

• Leicester City’s unbelievable Premier League title run (2015–16)

• The Miracle of Istanbul: Liverpool’s Champions League comeback

• Barcelona’s historic sextuple season (2009)

• Arsenal’s Invincibles season (2003–04)

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What moment do you think deserves the #1 spot?

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