WORLD CUP Bonus Episode: The Pregame
Summary
Trevor Noah and Joe Rogan discuss the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, debating the controversial addition of a halftime show and the expansion to 48 teams. They analyze team selections, highlighting emotional Brazilian squad announcements and criticizing England’s omissions of players like Phil Foden and Harry Maguire. The duo argues that English players who left their comfort zones to play abroad ultimately earned their spots, contrasting this with domestic stagnation.
Topics discussed
Intro, Verizon ad, and Priceline ad
World Cup 2026 hype and Super Bowl comparisons
Halftime show drama and fan reactions
Brazil squad announcements and Neymar's emotional call-up
Joao Pedro snub and Whole Foods ad
Team predictions: Argentina, France, and England's history
Critique of English football and Harry Kane debate
England squad snubs and sports betting ethics
English media pressure and EpiPen ad
Spain's Real Madrid snubs and Priceline ad
Neymar, Messi, and Ronaldo's final World Cups
US vs Iran match and tournament winners
Dark horses, American soccer culture, and outro
Credits and Paramount+ ad
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