The wildest game of the World Cup so far had no goals scored
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
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
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?
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.
Rebecca Lowe (Fox Sports) and Brendan Hunt (‘Ted Lasso’) are teaming up again to take on the 2026 World Cup! They’ll ride an emotional roller coaster together as 48 teams play 104 action-packed matches across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. They’ll bring you all the joy and the drama, the hope and the heartbreak — and help you understand the matchups and personalities that will make this the biggest sporting and cultural event of our lifetimes‘After the Whistle With Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe’ is an Apple News Original podcast presented by Verizon.
