World Cup After Dark

Austin Miller

Austin Miller and Amit Mallik host a podcast covering all things World Cup with their own unique perspective. You may not get smarter, but you'll certainly enjoy the ride.

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130 episodes
Updated July 20

Episodes130

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June 27 · 1 hr 10 min
WCAD 4-29: Iran on the Bubble
It's a Frenetic Friday recap on the latest edition of WCAD. Did Norway get it right by sitting their starters? Should we have expected anything different from Uruguay? Will Iran sneak into the Round of 32 on Saturday? Plus, a look at Cape Verde and Senegal sealing their spots in the knockout round, and we namedrop the Toronto Argonauts
June 26 · 1 hr 1 min
WCAD 4-28: Beccacece's Ecuador Takes the Leap
Austin and Amit get together to break down Ecuador's World Cup-saving 2-1 win over Germany, Paraguay and Australia's un-surprising 0-0 draw, and all the rest of the action from Thursday at the World Cup, including a 3-2 loss for the US against Turkey. Plus, an updated look at the 3rd Place table, and early thoughts on the quickly-developing Quadrant of Death
June 25 · 1 hr 13 min
WCAD 4-27: Easy As (Finishing Groups) A-B-C
It's a jam-packed WCAD that starts in the aftermath of Bafana Bafana's 1-0 win over South Korea. From there, the guys talk about a Brazil side that not only got Neymar back but looked as good as they have in some time, and a peak Haiti performance in their 4-2 loss to Morocco. The show caps with a Group B round-up, as Swtizerland's attack shone in a 2-1 win over Canada and Bosnia advanced in 3rd past Qatar. Finally, the guys take stock of the 3rd Place table and try to find a path through for Scotland. Plus, plenty of managerial fit talk, from Carlo Ancelotti's three-piece in Miami to Julen Lopetegui's sweat-stained polo in Seattle.
June 24 · 57 min
WCAD 4-26: Tommy Tactics Strikes for England
The guys start the show with a deep dive into England's 0-0 draw with Ghana before tackling aging Croatia pulling out a 1-0 win over Panama. Then, it's time to give Cristiano Ronaldo his due as Portugal thrash Uzbekistan 5-0 before closing with a look at Colombia's frenetic 1-0 win over DR Congo. Plus, a Ghanaian witch doctor cursed Harry Kane, and it worked!
June 23 · 58 min
WCAD 4-25: Messi, Haaland & Mbappé Shine Again
Amit and Austin recap a star-studded day of World Cup action, starting with Norway's 3-2 win over Senegal which was keyed by a terrific performance from Erling Haaland. The guys next marvel in another high-level showing from Kylian Mbappé and France, before attempting to find words to describe Lionel Messi's show-stopping day in Argentina's 2-0 win over Austria. Finally, a look at Algeria's 2-1 late night win over Jordan and a quick rundown of what to watch on Tuesday. Plus, does Erling Haaland give off Jaws vibes?
June 22 · 1 hr 5 min
WCAD 4-24: We are all Blue Sharks
Austin and Amit start the show with a detailed breakdown of Cape Verde's wild 2-2 draw with the supernova that is late-era Bielsa Uruguay. From there, it's praise for Spain in a comprehensive 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia, disdain for Belgium in their 0-0 draw with Iran, and appreciation of Egypt's second half effort against New Zealand.
June 21 · 53 min
WCAD 4-23: Eloy Room's Got a Trapdoor
Austin & Amit recap a great Germany-Ivory Coast clash then a wild Curaçao-Ecuador draw that leaves the South American side in an uncomfortable spot. The show then closes with a look at a pair of big wins for Netherlands and Japan. Plus, Hervé Renard's white shirt is the highlight of Tunisia's World Cup.
June 20 · 59 min
WCAD 4-22: Gustavo Alfaro's Never-ending handkerchief
Austin and Amit recap another fantastic performance from the USMNT, then revel in the joy of Paraguay's unexpected win over Türkiye before recapping Morocco's 1-0 win over a very game-theoried Scotland and Brazil's comfortable 3-0 result against Haiti. Plus, Hervé Renard's Prestige audition is set for Saturday night.
June 19 · 44 min
WCAD 4-21: Qat-are who we though they were
Amit and Austin cover all the action from Thursday at the World Cup: Low-event Mexico pounce on another mistake to secure their spot atop Group A, Canada thrash a Qatar side that looked more like the team we've seen in Asian qualifying, Switzerland get it right (eventually) and Czechia & South Africa both let a big opportunity slip.
June 18 · 58 min
WCAD 4-20: Ronaldo Takes Over (Derogatory)
Austin and Amit add their opinions to the growing Cristiano Ronaldo discourse after his lackluster performance in Portugal's 1-1 draw with DR Congo. Then, the guys look at an impressive England win over Croatia, plus a good showing from Colombia against Uzbekistan, and a Carlos Queiroz performance for the ages from Ghana. Plus, could Queiroz and Gustavo Alfaro star in a Prestige re-make?
June 17 · 57 min
WCAD 4-19: On a day of stars, Messi shines brightest
Austin and Amit go over a truly entertaining day of World Cup action, starting with the brilliance of Messi in Argentina's 3-0 win over Algeria. Then, they talk about favorites France showing why they should be considered the team to beat, Erling Haaland's Norway proving to be too much for Iraq, and an After Dark special edition of Energy Drink Soccer between Austria and Jordan. Plus, Amit's up before his alarm goes off!
June 16 · 52 min
WCAD 4-18: Return of the (a)Mit
Amit makes his triumphant return to the show as the guys break down a thrilling day that was headlined by Cabo Verde's historic 0-0 draw with Spain. From there, it's a look at Egypt's impressive performance in a 1-1 draw with Belgium, an after Dark Special between Iran & New Zealand and an underwhelming performance from Uruguay against Saudi Arabia. Plus, Rudi Garcia's last-minute hat solution.
June 15 · 47 min
WCAD 4-17: Oh Hello There Sweden
Austin is joined by WCAD Day-one Parker Johnson to break down day 4 of the World Cup Group Stage, starting with an intriguing draw between the Netherlands and Japan. The guys then discuss Ivory Coast's late winner against Ecuador before pivoting to a pair of blowouts, one more surprising than the other. Plus, Parker has thoughts about the Trionda.
June 15 · 47 min
WCAD 4-17: Oh Hello There Sweden
Austin is joined by WCAD Day-one Parker Johnson to break down day 4 of the World Cup Group Stage, starting with an intriguing draw between the Netherlands and Japan. The guys then discuss Ivory Coast's late winner against Ecuador before pivoting to a pair of blowouts, one more surprising than the other. Plus, Parker has thoughts about the Trionda.
June 14 · 50 min
WCAD 4-16: Day 3 Recap w/ Jack Collins
Jack Collins of Ranks FC joins Austin to recap the third day of World Cup action, headlined by a 1-1 draw between Brazil and Morocco, Australia's late night upset in Vancouver, and World Cup scenes worth remembering for Haiti and Scotland. Also, Switzerland learn a valuable lesson about finishing chances.
June 13 · 40 min
WCAD 4-15: Jon Arnold Joins the Show as the US Meets the Moment
Austin is joined by Jon Arnold from the USA Today to recap a stellar start to the World Cup for the USMNT and a tight 1-1 draw between Canada and Bosnia & Herzegovina. Plus: how much ball does Marco Rubio know?
June 12 · 50 min
WCAD 4-14: An After Dark Start
Isaac Bushnell joins Austin to recap day one of the World Cup: Mexico's big 2-0 win over an overmatched South Africa and an After Dark delight between South Korea & Czechia.
June 9 · 54 min
WCAD 4-13: To The Stables, It's Prediction Time
The guys close their World Cup previews with the traditional predictions show! It starts with a trip to the Dark Horse Stables as Austin and Amit make their picks to surprise. Then they draft fantasy five-a-side teams as a way to preview individual successes. The show closes with a big bracket reveal as Austin and Amit give their tips to lift the trophy.
June 8 · 1 hr 18 min
WCAD 4-12: Group G Preview
Amit & Austin close out their World Cup Group previews with a look at Group G. Belgium lead the way, a second-tier European team with a last vestiges of a golden generation gifted a generous draw. Iran, one of the storylines on and off the pitch, join them, as do Egypt, who have hooked the hosts with their dark horse credentials. New Zealand round out the quartet, a big fish in the Oceanic confederation but a small fish in the World Cup pond.
June 5 · 1 hr 21 min
WCAD 4-11: Group L Preview
Austin and Amit preview Group L, starting with the question on everyone's lips this June: Is it coming home? After tackling an in-depth look at Tommy Tuchel's tactical approach for England, the guys try and decipher if Croatia can somehow surprise again. From there, it's on to Ghana, now managed by Carlos Queiroz in a bit of an oil and water combination, before finishing with an analysis of Panama's long-term Thomas Christiansen-led project.