After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe

No Pulisic, no problem as USMNT punches ticket to round of 32 20.06.2026 35min

No Christian Pulisic, no problem for the USMNT as the Guys cruise past Australia to punch their ticket to the round of 32. Mauricio Pochettino’s second World Cup win has Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe drinking the chimichurri-flavored Kool-Aid. They hail the incredible Seattle crowd that caused an earthquake, sing the praises of breakout star Alex Freeman, and wonder: Can the U.S. actually win it all? Then the duo look ahead to a packed weekend, including Brendan’s beloved Netherlands facing Sweden, and Monday’s star-studded slate featuring Messi, Mbappé, and Haaland. Plus, Rebecca reassesses her opinion on the tournament’s many rule changes.After the Whistle is an Apple News Original podcast presented by Verizon.

England’s big win, Portugal’s big problem, and why this is the best World Cup ever 18.06.2026 35min

Is it finally coming home? A joyous Brendan and Rebecca reunite to break down arguably the game of the tournament so far: England’s impressive opening win over old foes Croatia. Was this the Three Lions’ best attacking performance in years? How worried should we be about that defense? And is a foreign coach eligible for knighthood? Then, they debate whether this is the greatest World Cup ever, react to Portugal’s problematic draw with Congo, and preview Friday’s titanic clash between the USMNT and Australia. Plus, Brendan explains his beef with Mbappé’s flute celebration.After the Whistle is an Apple News Original podcast presented by Verizon.

The wildest game of the World Cup so far had no goals scored 15.06.2026 40min

Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe react to the opening weekend of the World Cup, including Spain’s stunning draw with Cape Verde, Japan’s valiant fightback against the Netherlands, and Brazil’s physical contest with Morocco. They also discuss Australia’s 2-0 win over Türkiye and how scared the U.S. should be of the Socceroos, and praise dark horses Sweden after a 5-1 demolition of Tunisia. Then, they look ahead to a jam-packed week of action, including the USMNT’s big match on Friday vs. Australia, England’s opener against Croatia, and much more.After the Whistle is an Apple News Original podcast presented by Verizon.

How the U.S. pulled off its greatest World Cup win ever 13.06.2026 35min

Fresh off of witnessing the USMNT’s dazzling World Cup opener against Paraguay in person, Brendan and Rebecca rush back to the studio to relive it all together. From Folarin Balogun’s brilliant brace, to Gio Reyna’s delicious finish, to the incredible atmosphere at Los Angeles Stadium, they rave about a perfect first game for Mauricio Pochettino’s guys. After the Whistle is an Apple News Original podcast presented by Verizon.

Bold predictions for World Cup champions and crash-outs 10.06.2026 49min

With the World Cup about to kick off, it’s time for Brendan Hunt’s and Rebecca Lowe’s predictions: Who are their dark horses? Which surprising team is going to crash out early? Which young star will break out? And of course: Which team will go all the way? Plus, everything to watch for in all 12 groups, and the rule change that could change how we watch and talk about soccer. After the Whistle is an Apple News Original podcast presented by Verizon.

Will the U.S. surprise everyone at this World Cup? 07.06.2026 47min

Rebecca Lowe and Brendan Hunt reunite after three years away from the mic — this time, recording together in person for the first time, in a studio with real walls (and fake grass). Just ahead of the biggest World Cup in history, they discuss how the USMNT is looking after a 2-1 loss to Germany in their final friendly, and why they might exceed expectations on home soil. Plus, the hosts get into this year’s most controversial rule changes and how the heat could affect players more than ever before.After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe is presented by Verizon.

104 Matches to Go 27.05.2026

Rebecca Lowe (Fox Sports) and Brendan Hunt (‘Ted Lasso’) are back for the 2026 World Cup

Spain’s unlikely road to victory, plus the heartbreak of loving the beautiful game with Men in Blazers’ Roger Bennett 21.08.2023 41min

In the aftermath of Spain’s World Cup win, Brendan and Rebecca marvel at the squad’s total dominance and wonder what went so wrong for England. Then, they get into the controversy between the Spanish players and coach Jorge Vilda, why you still can’t buy Mary Earps’s jersey, and the utter absurdity of the postgame trophy presentation. ‘Men in Blazers’ co-founder Roger Bennett joins the show to help process England’s loss and to give his take on what’s next for the USWNT and women’s soccer culture around the globe. ‘After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe’ is presented by State Farm®

A Q&A on USWNT’s next coach, the power shift in women’s soccer, and the secret to Lindsey Horan’s ponytail 18.08.2023 32min

It’s a listener mailbag! Brendan and Rebecca take questions on who should be the USWNT’s next coach, their picks for goal of the tournament, male coaches in the women’s game, netball basics, the new power centers of women’s soccer, and the secret to Lindsey Horan’s swishy ponytail. Then they look ahead to the World Cup final, and Rebecca offers up her take on whether Lauren James should start for the Lionesses post-suspension. ‘After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe’ is presented by State Farm®

Unfiltered joy and overwhelming emotions as England advances to the World Cup final 16.08.2023 24min

Brendan and Rebecca dive deep into the Lionesses’ cheeky, spectacular semifinal win over Australia and shed a tear for Sam Kerr, who finally got her World Cup moment in front of a boisterous home crowd. Then the pair take a look at England’s ensuing showdown with Spain. ‘After the Whistle With Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe’ is presented by State Farm®

Spain reaches the final amid conflict — as the England-Australia rivalry heats up 15.08.2023 27min

Brendan and Rebecca recap the exhilarating finish that sealed Spain’s trip to the World Cup final — and sing the praises of the team’s breakout star, 19-year-old Salma Paralluelo. Then, Brendan pens a love letter to Australia as he and Rebecca look ahead to the other semifinal matchup. Plus: a reflection on how this World Cup is contributing to a sea change for women’s sports. ‘After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe’ is presented by State Farm®

The longest penalty shootout in World Cup history, plus New Zealand ex-PM Jacinda Ardern! 14.08.2023 34min

Brendan and Rebecca catch up on the Lionesses’s cheeky quarterfinal win, the Matildas’ epic penalty-shootout victory, and the England-Australia matchup that awaits. Then, former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern joins Brendan in person in Auckland to talk about bringing the World Cup Down Under, and to explain the intense Australia-New Zealand sporting rivalry. ‘After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe’ is presented by State Farm®

Mia Hamm on what went wrong for the USWNT — plus, another tournament favorite’s stunning downfall 11.08.2023 32min

Brendan watches his World Cup winner prediction come crashing down in Auckland as Japan falls to Sweden in a stunner. But Sweden’s victory doesn’t make the U.S.’s loss any easier to bear for him or guest Mia Hamm. The legendary soccer player joins to discuss the remarkably entertaining gameplay of this World Cup — and what really went wrong for the USWNT. Plus: Brendan and Rebecca reflect on that record-breaking penalty shot from England’s Chloe Kelly, an unfiltered moment from the Dutch, and whether there’s any appropriate time to do the Wave. ‘After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe’ is presented by State Farm®

Silver linings for the USWNT, England’s red-card controversy, plus special guests JJ and Kealia Watt 08.08.2023 35min

The Round of 16 has concluded, and Rebecca’s cheeky Lionesses have squeaked through to the quarterfinals — but not without major controversy. And after having had a few days to properly process the USWNT’s loss, Brendan and Rebecca muse over Alex Morgan’s performance, the pain and promise of penalty kicks, and why Vlatko Andonovski should be fired immediately. Football-soccer power couple JJ and Kealia Watt join to discuss their new Premier League minority ownership and give their takes on the future of soccer in America. ‘After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe’ is presented by State Farm®

Heartbreak Down Under: watching the USWNT lose by millimeters, with U.S. soccer royalty Michelle Akers 06.08.2023 35min

Immediately after the final whistle of USA-Sweden, Brendan and Rebecca reunite across the international date line to debrief about the devastating defeat. Brendan sets the scene at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium, where a dramatic penalty shoot-out sealed the worst World Cup finish in USWNT history. U.S. soccer royalty Michelle Akers joins the pod to help process the loss — and to possibly settle the team-nickname debate, once and for all. ‘After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe’ is presented by State Farm®

What the U.S. needs to do to beat Sweden — plus, the knockout bracket no one could have predicted 03.08.2023 26min

No bloomin’ Germany?! Brendan and Rebecca recap the major upsets that concluded the group stage, then offer up their new predictions for the knockout rounds. And with the pivotal USA-Sweden showdown just days away, the pair give their takes on what the U.S. will need to change in order to avoid an untimely elimination. Plus: Brendan makes the trip Down Under and gives his first impressions of Australia!

Concern and controversy over the U.S.'s ugly 0-0 draw with Portugal, with Brandi Chastain 01.08.2023 38min

Still reeling from the stunning USWNT result, Brendan and Rebecca wonder how everything went so very wrong — and discuss the team’s controversial celebration at the end of the match. Two-time World Cup winner Brandi Chastain joins to diagnose the U.S.’s numerous issues and to give her unfiltered take on coach Vlatko Andonovski. Plus: Australia’s epic group winner, an update on Rebecca’s cheeky Lionesses, and Brendan’s surprising new pick for tournament champion. ‘After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe’ is presented by State Farm®

Is the U.S. in trouble? Former USWNT coach Jill Ellis weighs in after last night‘s disappointing result. 27.07.2023 38min

In the aftermath of the USWNT’s 1-1 draw with the Netherlands, Brendan and Rebecca lament some confounding lineup decisions and extol the heroics of captain Lindsey Horan. Jill Ellis, who coached the U.S. to its 2015 and 2019 World Cup trophies, joins to give her take on the team’s performance and what she’d change ahead of a pivotal matchup with Portugal. Plus, still in search of a new USWNT nickname, Brendan and Rebecca round up some of the best audience submissions.

Group-stage surprises, stunners, and skew-whiffs with soccer insider Meg Linehan 26.07.2023 33min

This World Cup is well underway, and not everything has gone quite as predicted. Brendan and Rebecca recap the most unexpected moments of the tournament so far, including (of course) England’s 1-0 squeaker over Haiti. Plus, The Athletic’s Meg Linehan joins from New Zealand to give an insider’s take on the USWNT’s performance vs. Vietnam and their chances to three-peat as champions. ‘After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe’ is presented by State Farm®

What to make of the USWNT’s sloppy start, with World Cup legend Julie Foudy 22.07.2023 36min

A win is a win … right? Brendan and Rebecca break down a clunky and frustrating opening performance from the USWNT — as well as some curious roster decisions. World Cup legend Julie Foudy joins to offer perspective on why the match was closer than anyone expected. Plus: the magic of Sophia Smith, Alex Morgan’s crushing missed penalty, and an update on the “dark-horse race” happening in Group B. ‘After the Whistle With Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe’ is presented by State Farm®