Kickback '26

First Touch '26 World Cup Daily Show: Morocco, France Advance as Brazil, Mexico & England Take Center Stage 05.07.2026 1h 27min

Morocco and France punched their tickets to the World Cup quarterfinals. David Gass, Eric Krakauer and Matt Doyle break down both Round of 16 matches before looking ahead to Sunday's blockbuster showdowns between Brazil and Norway and Mexico and England. The trio also gives their picks for the Golden Ball, Golden Glove, the Best Young Player and the best defender of the tournament.0:00 Intro2:49 World Cup Award Winner Picks31:04 Morocco Gets Past Canada53:57 France Survives Paraguay1:08:16 Brazil Takes On Norway1:18:55 Mexico Battles England

First Touch '26 World Cup Daily Show: Cape Verde Pushes Messi's Argentina to the Brink, Colombia & Egypt Advance 04.07.2026 1h 22min

The Round of 32 came to a dramatic close as the knockout stage delivered more unforgettable moments. David Gass, Eric Krakauer and Michele Giannone break down Cape Verde's incredible performance that nearly knocked out Messi and Argentina, Egypt surviving a tense penalty shootout against Australia and Colombia cruising past Ghana to book its place in the Round of 16. The crew also previews Canada's showdown with Morocco, France's clash with Paraguay, and shares the Round of 16 matchups they're most excited to watch.0:00 Intro & Mexico-England Kickoff Drama12:20 Buy or Sell: Concacaf, Colombia, France36:27 Cape Verde-Argentina Thriller49:32 Egypt Gets Past Australia in Penalties55:36 Favorite Games in Round of 161:08:00 France Attack Against Paraguay1:13:23 Canada Battles Morocco

First Touch '26 World Cup Daily Show: Ronaldo, Portugal Prevail, Spain Coasts & Colombia, Argentina On Tap 03.07.2026 1h 19min

David Gass, Eric Krakauer, and Matt Doyle break down Portugal's dramatic victory over Croatia, Spain's dominant win over Austria and Switzerland winning a knockout game for the first time in 88 years as the Round of 32 continued at the World Cup. Then they preview Argentina vs. Cape Verde, Australia vs. Egypt and Colombia vs. Ghana with the final three Round of 16 spots up for grabs.0:00 Intro3:29 3 Big Things7:53 Portugal Survives Croatia Thriller41:35 Spain Cruises Past Austria to Reach Round of 1651:41 Switzerland Makes More History Against Algeria1:00:16 Australia and Egypt Battle1:05:13 David vs Goliath: Cape Verde vs. Argentina1:11:16 Colombia Looks To Move On Against Ghana

First Touch '26 World Cup Daily Show: USA Moves On, Kane Delivers for England & Belgium Outlasts Senega 02.07.2026 1h 27min

The USMNT is headed to the Round of 16! David Gass, Michele Giannone and Eric Krakauer break down the USA’s win over Bosnia and Herzegovina, Harry Kane delivering for England and Belgium surviving a wild battle with Senegal. Plus, they look at the updated bracket and preview Thursday's Round of 32 matchups: Spain vs. Austria, Portugal vs. Croatia and Switzerland vs. Algeria.0:00 Intro2:28 3 Big Things12:00 USA Wins & Red Card Controversy33:00 Belgium Escapes in Wild Match with Senegal46:44 Harry Kane Leads England Past DR Congo58:26 Spain Looks To Advance Against Austria1:06:00 Showdown Between Portugal & Croatia1:16:28 Switzerland Takes On Algeria

First Touch '26 World Cup Daily Show: Mbappé Leads France, Mexico Advances & USA's Knockout Test 01.07.2026 1h 20min

Another big day at the World Cup is in the books. David Gass and Matt Doyle break down France, Norway and Mexico advancing to the Round of 16 before previewing the USMNT's win-or-go-home clash with Bosnia and Herzegovina. Plus, Tom Bogert joins from USMNT camp with the latest ahead of kickoff.0:00 Intro2:45: Mexico explodes at the Azteca31:43 Haaland finds a late winner39:33 Mbappe and Olise star for France45:25 Tom Bogert checks in from USA camp1:06:32 USA Expectations for tonight1:15:15 Battle between Belgium & Senegal1:18:18 Will England meet Mexico at the Azteca?

First Touch '26 World Cup Daily Show: Germany Crashes Out, Brazil Survives & Morocco Marches On 30.06.2026 1h 26min

The World Cup delivered its wildest day yet as Brazil survived, Germany crashed out on penalties and Morocco eliminated the Netherlands. David Gass, Matt Doyle and Michele Giannone break down the biggest moments before turning their attention to Tuesday's Round of 32, where France faces Sweden, Mexico hosts Ecuador at the Azteca and Ivory Coast takes on Norway.0:00 Intro1:47 3 Big Things9:25 Brazil Escapes18:15 Japan Comes Up Short32:00 Paraguay Stuns Germany in Pens48:13 Morocco Knocks Out Netherlands59:02 Doyle Breaks Down Bosnia1:02:40 Ivory Coast vs. Norway1:09:10 France vs. Sweden 1:13:57 Mexico Hosts Ecuador at the Azteca

First Touch '26 World Cup Daily Show: Canada Makes History, Brazil Begins Knockout Run & Round of 32 Bracket 29.06.2026 1h 21min

David Gass, Matt Doyle and Eric Krakauer break down the complete Round of 32 bracket and make their picks for the rest of the FIFA World Cup. They also react to Canada's historic first-ever World Cup knockout win before previewing Monday's Round of 32 matches, including Brazil vs. Japan, Germany vs. Paraguay and Netherlands vs. Morocco.0:00 Intro2:54 Round of 32 Bracket Picks28:13 Canada's Historic Knockout Win47:33 Brazil vs. Japan Preview58:02 Germany Against Paraguay Matchup1:02:05 Netherlands vs. Morocco Showdown1:19:08 Final Thoughts

First Touch '26 World Cup Daily Show: Canada Begins Knockouts, Colombia Tops Portugal & Round of 32 Is Here 28.06.2026 1h 4min

The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage is here! Michele Giannone and Eric Krakauer break down the final day of the group stage, including Colombia's statement performance to finish ahead of Portugal, the dramatic finish in Group J, Argentina's perfect group stage, and what the completed Round of 32 bracket tells us. Plus, they debate the tournament favorites, preview Canada vs. South Africa, and make their knockout stage predictions.0:00 Intro1:48 3 Big Things5:56 Group J Drama: Algeria & Austria Advance11:25 Messi Scores Again, Argentina Finish Perfect16:30 Colombia Wins Group K Over Portugal26:00 DR Congo’s Historic World Cup Run31:00 VAR Controversy: Colombia’s Disallowed Goal36:13 Group L Wrap Up, England Advances39:15 Round of 32 Bracket & Buy or Sell46:40 Golden Boot Race49:13 Canada vs. South Africa Preview58:10 Final Thoughts & Predictions

First Touch '26 World Cup Daily Show: Cape Verde Makes History & Portugal vs. Colombia Preview 27.06.2026 1h 14min

The race for the Round of 32 is nearly complete. David Gass, Matt Doyle and Eric Krakauer discuss Cape Verde making history by reaching the knockout stage in its World Cup debut, Senegal keeping its hopes alive, and Norway's outlook heading into the knockout rounds. Then they preview Portugal vs. Colombia and break down the decisive finales in Groups J and L.0:00 Intro2:16 3 Big Things10:19 Belgium & Egypt Advance, Iran Still Alive24:44 Cape Verde Makes History, Uruguay Falls Short42:41 Senegal Survives, Norway Eyes Knockouts50:30 England, Croatia & Ghana: Group L Scenarios56:32 Portugal vs. Colombia: Winner Takes Group K?1:07:46 Algeria & Austria Battle for Group J Position

First Touch '26 World Cup Daily Show: USMNT Wraps Group Play, Ecuador Advances & Round of 32 Takes Shape 26.06.2026 1h 33min

The World Cup group stage is nearing its conclusion as the Round of 32 begins to take shape. David Gass, Michele Giannone and Eric Krakauer break down the USMNT's group stage finale, Ecuador's dramatic push into the knockout rounds, the Netherlands winning Group F and the biggest storylines from Groups D, E and F. Plus, they look ahead to the decisive matches that will complete the knockout bracket.0:00 Intro3:02 3 Big Things10:43 USMNT Wraps Up Group Stage28:01 Netherlands Wins Group F39:27 Ecuador Reaches the Knockout Round58:28 Mbappé vs. Haaland for Group I1:04:43 Can Senegal Reach the Knockout Round?1:07:24 Bielsa & Uruguay Drama1:18:31 Group G Comes Down to the Wire1:24:07 Level Up: Belgium's Fernandez-Pardo1:29:44 Cape Verde's World Cup Magic

First Touch '26 World Cup Daily Show: Vini Jr. Leads Brazil, Canada Makes History & USA Closes Group Play | World Cup Daily Show 25.06.2026 1h 20min

Vini Jr. leads Brazil to the top of Group C, Canada reaches the knockout rounds despite defeat, and South Africa celebrates a historic World Cup moment. Jordan Angeli, David Gass and Matt Doyle break down the biggest results from the day, including Mexico's perfect group stage, before previewing the USMNT's decisive Group D finale against Türkiye. Plus, the crew breaks down the knockout scenarios in Groups E and F as the race for the Round of 32 comes down to the final matchday, and Sky Sports' Sam Obaseki joins the show.0:00 Intro3:57 Three Big Things8:33 South Africa Makes History16:01 Mexico Finishes a Perfect Group Stage21:43 Canada Advances Despite Defeat32:23 Vini Jr. Leads Brazil, Morocco Advances & Scotland Stays Alive47:08 Group E Preview: Ivory Coast, Ecuador & Curaçao Battle for Knockout Berths53:32 Group F Preview: Japan, Netherlands & Sweden Fight for First Place55:57 USMNT Faces Türkiye; Paraguay & Australia Battle for Survival1:02:17 Sky Sports' Sam Obaseki Joins the Show

First Touch '26 World Cup Daily Show: Ronaldo Delivers, England Stumbles & Canada, Brazil, Morocco Chase Knockout Spots 24.06.2026 1h 17min

Cristiano Ronaldo makes more history, England falls flat and Croatia keeps its World Cup hopes alive. David Gass, Jordan Angeli and Michele Giannone break down the biggest stories from Matchday 13 before previewing a decisive day of simultaneous group finales. Canada faces a win-and-in showdown with Switzerland, Brazil and Morocco battle for Group C positioning, and the race for second place behind Mexico goes down to the final matchday.0:00 Intro4:10 How Teams Advance & Knockout Projections18:58 Portugal, Ronaldo Roll Past Uzbekistan23:40 Colombia Defeats DR Congo33:30 England Frustrated by Ghana42:39 Croatia Keeps Hopes Alive vs. Panama46:11 Canada vs. Switzerland: Win and In?58:41 Brazil and Morocco Battle for Group C1:05:00 Mexico Wraps Up Group A Play1:11:16 South Korea vs. South Africa Preview

First Touch '26 World Cup Daily Show: Messi Makes History, Mbappé Leads France and Ronaldo, Portugal Under Pressure 23.06.2026 1h 12min

Lionel Messi made history for Argentina, Algeria kept its World Cup hopes alive and France booked its place in the knockout rounds on Day 12 of the tournament. David Gass, Jordan Angeli and Matt Doyle break down all the action before turning their attention to Day 13, where Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal face mounting pressure, England takes on Ghana, Colombia meets DR Congo and Croatia looks to bounce back against Panama.0:00 Intro1:53 3 Big Things13:18 Messi Makes History Against Austria18:46 Algeria Still Alive24:37 Weather Delays, France Advances31:30 Haaland, Norway Hold Off Senegal40:50 North American Update: Canada's Ismaël Koné46:25 Ronaldo and Portugal Face Uzbekistan52:36 Colombia Showdown with DR Congo1:01:30 England Battles Ghana1:03:24 Croatia Looks to Bounce Back Against Panama

First Touch ’26 World Cup Daily Show: Spain Dazzles, Belgium Disappoints & Cape Verde Does It Again 22.06.2026 1h 16min

Spain finally found their scoring touch against Saudi Arabia, Cape Verde continued their stunning World Cup run, and Belgium stumbled again as the drama ramped up on Day 11 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. David Gass, Jordan Angeli, and Michele Giannone break down all the biggest stories from the day, project the USMNT lineup for its showdown with Türkiye, welcome Volair Shabila to discuss Iraq's tournament, and look ahead to another loaded slate of matches featuring Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé, and Erling Haaland.0:00 Intro3:45 Three Big Things10:34 Spain & Lamine Yamal Shine vs. Saudi Arabia18:05 Cape Verde's Dream Run Continues26:13 Belgium Stumbles Again31:26 Egypt Earns First World Cup Win38:32 Projecting the USMNT XI vs. Türkiye43:00 FM Tactics Board: Balogun45:20 Volair Shabila on Iraq's Rise56:25 Messi Returns as Argentina Face Austria1:02:49 Ranking France's Best Kits1:08:19 Senegal Faces Must-Win Match1:13:06 Nightcap: Jordan vs. Algeria

First Touch ’26 World Cup Daily Show: Netherlands Statement Win, Germany Advances & Spain Under Pressure 21.06.2026 1h 6min

David Gass and Michele Giannone are back talking about all the action from Day 10, including a rout by the Netherlands against Sweden, Germany punching its ticket to the next round against Ivory Coast and a historic scoreless draw between Curaçao and Ecuador. The pair plays another game of Buy or Sell this time looking at the Mexico, Canada and the USA and look ahead to a pressure-filled day as everyone on Day 11 is sitting one point.0:00 Intro2:55 Buy or Sell: North American Edition13:30 Netherlands Rout Sweden20:26 Japan Tops Tunisia With Four Goals25:52 Germany Edges Ivory Coast To Advance38:48 Curaçao and Ecuador Stalemate50:10 Spain Looks to Bounce Back Against Saudi Arabia54:45 Uruguay Battles Cape Verde58:47 Belgium Faces Iran1:02:22 New Zealand vs. Egypt

First Touch '26 World Cup Daily Show: USMNT Advance, Brazil Injury Concern & Paraguay's 10-Man Win 20.06.2026 1h 6min

The United States is through to the knockout rounds of the 2026 FIFA World Cup! David Gass and Michele Giannone are back to discuss Alex Freeman’s breakout performance and look ahead to the USA’s last group game and beyond. Plus, Paraguay earns a dramatic victory despite playing down a man, Türkiye faces mounting frustration, Morocco holds off Scotland, Brazil cruises to another win, and Sweden strengthens its position in Group C. The guys also look ahead to key Matchday 11 matchups, including Germany vs. Ivory Coast and Ecuador's must-win showdown with Curaçao.0:00 Intro2:06 USMNT Clinches Group D12:30 Alex Freeman's Breakout 18:00 Pochettino's Lineup Decisions & Future22:48 Paraguay Wins Despite Red Card29:56 Türkiye's World Cup Frustration36:27 What's Next for Australia and Paraguay?39:24 Morocco Survives Scotland Test43:04 Brazil Wins, But Raphinha Concern Looms48:05 The World Cup's Physical Demands50:12 Sweden vs. Netherlands Breakdown55:11 Tunisia and Japan Wrap Up Matchday 1057:45 Germany vs. Ivory Coast Preview1:01:52 Ecuador's Must-Win Against Curaçao

First Touch '26 World Cup Daily Show: USA vs Australia, Mexico Clinches Knockout Spot & Canada's Historic Win 19.06.2026 1h 17min

It’s all about Concacaf at the 2026 FIFA World Cup today. David Gass, Michele Giannone and Matt Doyle break down Mexico securing a spot in the knockout round with a win over South Korea and Canada's historic 6-0 victory over Qatar behind a Jonathan David hat trick. Then the crew previews a pivotal Group D showdown as the United States takes on Australia in Seattle with major knockout-round implications. Plus, a look at the other games today including Scotland vs. Morocco, Brazil under pressure against Haiti, and Türkiye vs. Paraguay.0:00 Intro4:08 3 Big Things12:41 Mexico Advances Against South Korea25:56 Canada Drops Six on Qatar36:00 Johan Manzambi and the Group B Outlook39:32 Golden Boot Race Update42:40 USMNT vs. Australia in Seattle54:40 Favorite USMNT Kits of All Time1:00:05 Scotland vs. Morocco Showdown1:05:19 Brazil Under Pressure vs. Haiti1:10:25 Türkiye vs. Paraguay Clash

First Touch '26 World Cup Daily Show: England Impress, Portugal Stumble & Mexico Looks Ahead 18.06.2026 1h 12min

Matchday 1 is complete, and Michele Giannone and Matt Doyle play a round of Buy or Sell on the biggest teams, players and storylines from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. They break down England's statement win behind Harry Kane, Portugal's frustrating draw with DR Congo, Panama's disappointing start and Colombia's victory over Uzbekistan. The duo also checks in on Christian Pulisic and the latest from USMNT camp before looking ahead to pivotal second matches for Canada and Mexico, with Edson Álvarez, Gilberto Mora and El Tri aiming to take another step toward the knockout rounds.0:00 Intro + Buy or Sell: England, France & Ronaldo12:50 DR Congo Earn Historic Point, Portugal Frustrate20:14 Harry Kane Leads England's Statement Win29:23 Panama's Disappointing Start34:44 Colombia Gets the Job Done45:22 Christian Pulisic and the USMNT Update52:04 Czechia-South Africa & Switzerland-Bosnia Preview55:13 Canada Hosts Qatar at BC Place59:19 Mexico, Edson Álvarez & Gilberto Mora1:06:40 The Tournament's Biggest Tactical Trends

First Touch 26' World Cup Daily Show: Haaland, Mbappe, Messi Goals Galore, England and Croatia Face Off | World Cup Daily Show 17.06.2026 1h 15min

Day 6 dazzled at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the stars took center stage. Susannah Fuller, David Gass and Matt Doyle break down Kylian Mbappé's record-breaking performance for France, Erling Haaland's standout World Cup debut for Norway and another milestone moment from Lionel Messi as Argentina opened its campaign. Then the crew looks ahead to another huge day of action, including England and Harry Kane's showdown with Croatia, Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal's tournament debut, Colombia's clash with Uzbekistan and what Cyle Larin's role could mean for Canada moving forward.0:00 Three Big Things8:47 Mbappé Breaks Another Record19:01 Haaland's World Cup Arrival27:24 Messi Hits Another Milestone37:00 Jordan Pushes Austria to the Limit43:05 Golden Boot Race Update46:33 What Is Cyle Larin's Role for Canada?50:14 Portugal and Ronaldo Against DR Congo56:54 England vs. Croatia Preview1:05:07 Ghana and Panama Meet in Toronto1:07:56 Colombia Faces Uzbekistan1:13:25 Closing Thoughts

First Touch '26 World Cup Daily Show: Iranian World Cup Opener, Messi & Mbappe Begin & More 16.06.2026 1h 10min

Cape Verde delivers the shock of the 2026 World Cup by taking points off Spain, while Belgium and Egypt share the spoils and Saudi Arabia frustrates Uruguay and New Zealand and Iran with a wild match to cap off the night. Susannah Fuller, Matt Doyle and David Gass break it all down from a day of draws at the World Cup.Attention turns to France and Argentina as two of the tournament favorites begin their World Cup campaigns. Will France vs. Senegal deliver? Can Erling Haaland lead Norway on the game's biggest stage? And after one of the most remarkable qualifying journeys in recent memory, Iraq finally gets its World Cup moment.Plus, a stop in Lawrence, Kansas, Doyle's tactical breakdown on Lionel Messi and a discussion about who replaces César Montes at center back for Mexico.0:00 Intro2:15 Three Big Things5:53 Tunisia Hires Hervé Renard & England Injury News13:23 Cape Verde Stuns Spain19:40 Saudi Arabia Frustrates Uruguay25:55 Lukaku Rescues Belgium Against Egypt32:10 Iran vs. New Zealand Delivers MLS After Dark Vibes39:00 Algeria Finds a Home in Kansas47:05 Who Replaces César Montes for Mexico?49:50 South Korea's Hot Mic Controversy52:05 France vs. Senegal Preview56:29 Erling Haaland's World Cup Debut1:00:12 Doyle’s Tactics Session: Argentina’s Messi System1:02:30 Argentina Opens Against Algeria1:05:18 Austria vs. Jordan Nightcap1:07:17 Cape Verde’s GOAT Celebration