The 2026 World Cup Special
Summary
This Blue Moon podcast episode analyzes the 2026 World Cup prospects of Manchester City players across twelve nations. Host David Mooney interviews experts on France’s Ryan Cherki, Norway’s Erling Haaland, Uzbekistan’s Abdukadir Khusanov, Portugal’s Bernardo Silva and Ruben Dias, and Spain’s Rodri. The discussion covers each player’s role, fitness, and impact on their national team’s chances in the tournament.
Topics discussed
Intro: Holiday in Turkey and golf
France squad analysis: Cherky, Mbappe, and World Cup hopes
Uzbekistan's first World Cup and Abdukadir Khusanov
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Portugal squad: Bernardo Silva, Ruben Dias, and Mateus Nunes
Spain squad: Rodri's fitness and role post-injury
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England squad: Stones, Foden, and tournament outlook
Ghana squad: History and Antoine Semenyo's role
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Croatia and Algeria: Kovacic, Ait-Nouri, and group dynamics
Egypt squad: Salah, Marmoush, and tactical concerns
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Belgium squad: Doku, defense, and Rudi Garcia's tactics
Netherlands squad: De Jong, Ake, and World Cup expectations
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