The FIFA Podcast

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The FIFA Podcast is heading to North America for the 2026 FIFA World Cup! Italian legend Christian Vieri, and FIFA World Cup runner-up with France, Mikael Silvestre, take you to the heart of the tournament across the three vibrant host nations.

In each episode they’re joined by FIFA legends to analyse the action, react to the stories and share their own unique FIFA World Cup memories.

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20 episodes
Updated July 20

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July 20 · 24 min
Spain are FIFA World Cup 2026™ Winners!
Spain are champions of the world for a second time in their history after substitute Ferran Torres hit an extra-time winner to see past a battling Argentina. Olivia Buzaglo and Christian Vieri look back on the game and provide their final reflections on the biggest World Cup in history, with special guest appearances from Luís Figo, Marco Materazzi and Míchel Salgado. Plus, we hear from match-winner Torres and Spain’s Head Coach Luis de la Fuente. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 18 · 34 min
Spain v Argentina | Yamal v Messi | FIFA World Cup 2026 Final™ preview with Míchel Salgado, Santiago Solari & Christian Vieri
The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final is here. Spain face Argentina in New York, New Jersey with the biggest prize in football at stake. Lionel Messi is looking to create even more history, while Spain's new generation led by Lamine Yamal aim to bring the trophy back to Spain for the first time since 2010. Olivia Buzaglo is joined by Míchel Salgado, Santiago Solari and Christian Vieri to preview the final, analyse the biggest tactical battles and make their predictions for the Final. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 17 · 17 min
Kaka’s favourite FIFA World Cup 2026™ moments and Vieri’s dream team
With just two matches of the World Cup remaining, Olivia Buzaglo is joined by the legends that are Kaká and Christian Vieri to look back on some of their highlights of the tournament including their favourite fans and host cities. Kaká also shares memories of the build-up to the 2002 Final with Brazil and re-lives lifting the trophy as a FIFA World Cup winner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 16 · 16 min
The legacy of FIFA World Cup 2026™ with MLS Commissioner Don Garber and Concacaf President Victor Montagliani
In this special episode of The FIFA Podcast, Olivia Buzaglo and Mikaël Silvestre are joined by two guests who have shaped FIFA World Cup 2026™ and football in North America, FIFA Vice President and President of Concacaf Victor Montagliani and MLS Commissioner Don Garber. They share their assessment of how the tournament has already changed football in North America, and what the future holds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 16 · 28 min
Spain and Argentina are FIFA World Cup 2026™ finalists!
Spain and Argentina are a step away from football greatness, both booking their place in Sunday’s showpiece with victories over France and England respectively. Olivia Buzaglo is joined by former France defender Mikael Silvestre and Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill to review both fascinating semi-finals at FIFA World Cup 2026™. Plus, there’s reaction from Lautaro Martinez, Harry Kane, Pedro Porro and Didier Deschamps. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 12 · 29 min
Semi-Finals set at FIFA World Cup 2026™
We now know the final four teams after a compelling Quarter-Final stage of FIFA World Cup 2026™️. Olivia Buzaglo’s panel of legends take a look back at the matches, and preview France v Spain and England v Argentina. Joining the show once again is former Italy striker Christian Vieri, Brazilian World Cup winner Gilberto Silva and former England captain John Terry. Plus we hear from Jude Bellingham, Julián Alvarez, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 8 · 37 min
The Quarter-Finals await at FIFA World Cup 2026™
Argentina completed a remarkable comeback, Norway shocked Brazil, England held on in the game of the tournament so far and the World Cup dream is over for Cristiano Ronaldo. Olivia Buzaglo is joined by a star-studded line-up, featuring former Italy striker Christian Vieri and German World Cup winner Jurgen Klinsmann to reflect on the Round of 16 and look ahead to the Quarter-Finals at FIFA World Cup 2026™. Plus, we hear from Harry Kane, Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 5 · 24 min
Argentina end Cabo Verde dream, as the Round of 16 begins
The Round of 32 was full of shocks and superstar performances. While Cabo Verde very nearly pulled off the World Cup’s biggest ever result, but Argentina held their nerve in extra time. Argentinian NBA legend Manu Ginóbili joins Italian goalscoring legend Christian Vieri to react to that match, discuss the standout performances in the knockout stage so far at FIFA World Cup 2026™, and look ahead to the Round of 16. Plus, we hear from Lionel Messi, Harry Kane, Erling Haaland, Mo Salah and Bernardo Silva. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 29 · 37 min
The Group Stage concludes, the Knockouts begin at FIFA World Cup 2026™
After 72 games, 32 teams have advanced to the Knockout Stage of FIFA World Cup 2026™. Mikaël Silvestre is joined by Bulgarian legend Hristo Stoichkov, and Uruguayan Golden Ball winner Diego Forlan to reflect on all of the action so far, and look ahead to the Round of 32. Plus, Mikaël gets the lowdown from the Technical Study Group, speaking with former Swiss goalkeeper Pascal Zuberbühler and Lead of Football Performance Insights at FIFA, Tom Gardner. 2018 World Cup winner Blaise Matuidi assesses France’s hopes and the form of Kylian Mbappe. And we hear from some of the current stars including Christian Pulisic, Jude Bellingham and Ousmane Dembélé. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 26 · 29 min
One year to go until the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brasil 2027™!
In this special episode, host Mikaël Silvestre is joined by a packed guest list of legends of the women’s game. Brazilian legend Aline Pellegrino, Canadian goalkeeping legend Karina LeBlanc, French legend Laura Georges and double World Cup winner and FIFA’s Chief Football Officer Jill Ellis look ahead to the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brasil 2027™. With less than a year to go, how big a step is it for the game as the FIFA Women’s World Cup heads to South America for the very first time? Plus, how will hosts Brazil perform? Who can win the FIFA Women’s World Cup? And who will the dark horses be? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 24 · 31 min
Messi, Mbappe, Haaland? Who’ll win the FIFA World Cup Golden Boot?
Host Mikaël Silvestre is joined by FIFA World Cup winner Gilberto Silva and NBA icon Joakim Noah to break down the star-studded action from the second round of Group Stage matches. The legends share what it’s like competing at the highest level of sport. Noah shares his deep-rooted connection to football and how the sport shaped his values, whilst Gilberto reflects on playing alongside legendary attackers like Ronaldo and Ronaldinho. The discussion then shifts to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, focusing on the exciting race for the Golden Boot, which teams have surprised and exceeded expectations, and how the new rules have improved the flow of the game. Lastly, the panel explores tournament strategy as the knockout stage approaches, standout players, and predictions for who will lift the trophy on 19th July! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 20 · 24 min
Karembeu, Abidal & Silvestre celebrate 1000 matches at the FIFA World Cup!
Mikael Silvestre is joined by FIFA World Cup winner Christian Karembeu & FIFA World Cup runner-up Eric Abidal to debate the biggest topics from the first 1000 matches of the tournament! From the best match to the most exciting fans, the biggest upset to the most controversial moment, the panel try to settle the most talked about questions from nearly 100 years of FIFA World Cup history. Ahead of the showpiece 1000th game, which sees Tunisia take on Japan in Monterrey, they also ask which is the best goal to have been scored on world football’s biggest stage, and who should be crowned the best player to have ever taken part in the FIFA World Cup. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast, so you don't miss an episode! And if you’d like us to answer your questions please send a video or voice note to podcast@fifa.org Follow FIFA World Cup 2026™ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fifa TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fifaworldcup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fifaworldcup/ X: https://x.com/FIFAWorldCup Tickets and hospitality: https://www.fifa.com/tickets Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 18 · 30 min
FIFA World Cup: Matchday 1 Drama and Legends' Memories with Weah, Van der Sar, Winter & Al‑Jaber
Host Mikael Silvestre is joined by fellow FIFA Legends to reflect on their World Cup memories and analyse the action from Matchday 1! First up, 1998 semi-finalists Aron Winter and Edwin van der Sar relive their experiences from the last time the FIFA World Cup visited the United States in 1994 and what they feel the Netherlands must do this summer to go the distance, building on their opening game draw with Japan. Ballon d’Or winner George Weah is also on the show and shares his pride in watching his son Timothy play in this year’s FIFA World Cup. He also explains the vital work the FIFA Players’ Voice Panel is doing to work against racism in football. Finally, Mikael catches up with four-time FIFA World Cup player for Saudi Arabia, Sami Al-Jaber. They discuss early World Cup dreams, Saudi Arabia’s 2026 performance and prospects, before an emotional look forward to his country hosting the tournament in 2034. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast, so you don't miss an episode! And if you’d like us to answer your questions please send a video or voice note to podcast@fifa.org Follow FIFA World Cup 2026™ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fifa TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fifaworldcup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fifaworldcup/ X: https://x.com/FIFAWorldCup Tickets and hospitality: https://www.fifa.com/tickets Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 11 · 34 min
The FIFA World Cup Kicks Off! Christian Vieri is joined by FIFA President Gianni Infantino and South Africa legend Siphiwe Tshabalala ahead of the opening match in Mexico
The biggest FIFA World Cup ever kicks off with a brand new podcast hosted by Christian ‘Bobo’ Vieri. The Italian legend is joined by South Africa’s Siphiwe Tshabalala in Mexico City to discuss his experience of scoring the opening goal of the 2010 FIFA World Cup in his home country before sharing his thoughts about what to expect from the 2026 edition. In New York New Jersey Stadium, FIFA President Gianni Infantino joins Bobo to reflect on the memories that built his passion for the game and what he’s looking forward to most ahead of the world’s greatest sporting spectacle. And finally, we hear from Norway’s Erling Haaland on the honour of being part of this tournament and playing in the city that never sleeps! Make sure you subscribe to the podcast, so you don't miss an episode! And if you’d like us to answer your questions please send a video or voice note to podcast@fifa.org Follow FIFA World Cup 2026™ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fifa TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fifaworldcup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fifaworldcup/ X: https://x.com/FIFAWorldCup Tickets and hospitality: https://www.fifa.com/tickets Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
February 6 · 54 min
Tobin Heath and Jill Ellis swap stories at inaugural FIFA Women's Champions Cup, plus Silvestre's FIFA World Cup memories'
Semra Hunter returns with The FIFA Podcast, direct from the Arsenal Stadium on the final day of the inaugural FIFA Women’s Champions Cup. She’s joined by not one, but two 2-time FIFA Women’s World Cup winners, in the form of Tobin Heath and former coach, now FIFA’s Chief Football Officer, Jill Ellis. They discuss USWNT success, the growth of the women’s club game, and the impact of this brand new global competition. Semra also welcomes former France, Manchester United & Arsenal defender Mikaël Silvestre to the podcast, as he recalls his earliest FIFA World Cup memory, the experience of playing at the 2002 FIFA World Cup™ and which city he’d most like to be in when the action kicks-off at FIFA World Cup 2026. Semra also catches up with Gotham FC star Khyah Harper after her VISA Player of the Match performance in the third-place play-off at the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup. Finally, Tobin is back in the studio to review an extraordinary final that saw Arsenal ultimately lift the brand new trophy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 6, 2025 · 35 min
Mbappe v Haaland and dream draws for the debutants - FIFA World Cup 2026™️ Final Draw review
The Final Draw for the FIFA World Cup 2026™️ has been made, and the locations and kick-off times of all 104 matches confirmed! Semra Hunter reacts to the draw at the John F Kennedy Center for Performing Arts in Washington DC with some of the coaches minutes after they found out their side’s group stage opponents. We hear from Brazil’s Carlo Ancelotti, Mauricio Pochettino from the USA, Uzbekistan’s Fabio Cannavaro, Ghana’s Otto Addo and many more. Former USMNT midfielder Mo Edu also joins us to share his thoughts on the draw. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast, so you don't miss an episode! Follow FIFA World Cup 2026™️ X: https://x.com/FIFAWorldCup & https://x.com/FIFAcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fifaworldcup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fifaworldcup/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fifa TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fifaworldcup https://www.fifa.com/en/tournaments/mens/worldcup/canadamexicousa2026 For tickets and hospitality: https://www.fifa.com/tickets To volunteer: https://www.fifa.com/volunteers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 4, 2025 · 43 min
FIFA World Cup Final Draw excitement builds in Washington DC!
Mo Edu and Semra Hunter are together in Washington DC to preview the unprecedented 48-team Final Draw for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ They hear from US Men’s National Team Head Coach Mauricio Pochettino on the legacy the competition will have in the USA, as well as Curacao player Cuco Martina on what it means for the country to qualify for the tournament the first time. FIFA Legend and former England captain Rio Ferdinand also reflects on his pride at being asked to conduct the draw at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast, so you don't miss an episode! Follow FIFA World Cup 2026™ X: https://x.com/FIFAWorldCup & https://x.com/FIFAcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fifaworldcup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fifaworldcup/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fifa TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fifaworldcup https://www.fifa.com/en/tournaments/mens/worldcup/canadamexicousa2026 For tickets and hospitality: https://www.fifa.com/tickets To volunteer: https://www.fifa.com/volunteers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 3, 2025 · 1 min
The FIFA World Cup 2026 Show... Coming soon!
The FIFA World Cup Show will take you to the heart of the world's premier international football competition ahead of the historic FIFA World Cup 2026™, where a record 48 teams will participate for the first time as it is co-hosted across Canada, Mexico and the USA. The FIFA World Cup Show will feature some of the biggest stars and hear insights from across the globe ahead of the biggest and most inclusive staging of the event ever. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 15, 2025 · 55 min
Chelsea are FIFA Club World Cup Champions! | Tournament Review with Julien Laurens
Semra Hunter and Mo Edu are back one final time to discuss Chelsea’s remarkable victory in the final of the FIFA Club World Cup. They’re joined by football writer and podcaster Julien Laurens to dissect Enzo Maresca’s tactical masterstroke & Cole Palmer’s ice cool performance. The trio share some of their favourite FIFA Club World Cup 2025 memories and share their reflections on a month to remember in the United States in the final episode of The FIFA Club World Cup Show. Follow FIFA Club World Cup X: https://x.com/FIFACWC & https://x.com/FIFAcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fifaclubworldcup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fifaclubworldcup/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fifa TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fifaclubworldcup https://www.fifa.com/en/tournaments/mens/club-world-cup/usa-2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 11, 2025 · 59 min
Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain ready for FIFA Club World Cup Final
From 32 clubs, just 2 remain in this groundbreaking FIFA Club World Cup. Semra Hunter and Mo Edu are joined by former England winger and DAZN pundit Andros Townsend to look ahead to Sunday’s final at the MetLife Stadium in New York New Jersey. They discuss Chelsea’s stacked squad, Paris’ thrilling style and lock in their predictions. Plus, Semra catches up with FIFA reporters Joe Terry & Ian Holyman for their inside view on the final. Follow FIFA Club World Cup X: https://x.com/FIFACWC & https://x.com/FIFAcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fifaclubworldcup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fifaclubworldcup/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fifa TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fifaclubworldcup https://www.fifa.com/en/tournaments/mens/club-world-cup/usa-2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.