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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Sep 5, 2023 · 7 min
WCAD Season 3: Introducing the Patreon Era
Austin and Amit are thrilled to introduce a new era of WCAD. The guys explain Patreon and the benefits for subscribers, including exclusive episodes and access to the duo's Qualifying spreadsheet.
Dec 22, 2022 · 32 min
WCAD #27: Fin.
Austin and Amit put a bow on the 2022 World Cup with a trio of XI's and final thoughts.
Dec 19, 2022 · 1 hr 18 min
WCAD #26: Coronados de gloria vivamos
Austin and Amit react to a World Cup Final for the ages, plus try to put into perspective Messi and Argentina's win.
Dec 17, 2022 · 59 min
WCAD #25: The Final Preview
Austin and Amit preview the World Cup Final between Argentina and France in classic WCAD style.
Dec 14, 2022 · 36 min
WCAD #24: France Spoil the Party
Austin and Amit glumly recap France's Semifinal win over Morocco before recapping the historic tournament for the African nation. Plus, Amit confuses his Amrabat's and Austin rues Hamdallah's lack of a left foot.
Dec 14, 2022 · 32 min
WCAD #23: It Happened!
Austin and Amit rejoice as Argentina finally play a clean knockout round game. The guys heap plenty of praise on Messi, Scaloni and Julián Álvarez, plus Austin tries to put into words what the streets of Buenos Aires are like when Argentina play and the intangibles possessed by the squad.
Dec 13, 2022 · 40 min
WCAD #22: They can't keep doing this... Right?
Amit and Austin preview the World Cup Semifinals, covering which of the teams are almost assuredly unable to continue to play like they have...
Dec 10, 2022 · 49 min
WCAD #21: He Missed!
Austin and Amit are back to break down the heavyweight quarterfinal between France and England plus Morocco's win over Portugal. Also, Amit doesn't remember the 2020 Super Bowl and Austin explains why Jordan Pickford is the worst.
Dec 10, 2022 · 44 min
WCAD #20: As Good As It Gets.
Austin and Amit go deep to break down another insane match for Roller Coaster Argentina as they top Netherlands and then answer the age-old question: "So.... Neymar."
Dec 6, 2022 · 55 min
WCAD #19: 1,001 penalties
Austin and Amit react to an incredible upset for Morocco against Spain and give their takes on the topic dominating the footballing world: Cristiano Ronaldo. Plus, the guys preview all four intriguing Quarterfinals.
Dec 5, 2022 · 47 min
WCAD #18: Heavyweight Fight Time
Amit and Austin recap an interesting quartet of Round of 16 matches, including impressive performances from a trio of favorites. Plus the guys put their faith in Morocco as a final source of chaos.
Dec 4, 2022 · 57 min
WCAD #17: More Messi Magic
Austin and Amit join forces to recap another incredible Messi performance and hold the (lengthy) post-mortem on the USMNT following their 3-1 loss to the Netherlands. Plus the guys quickly preview the upcoming Round of 16 matches.
Dec 2, 2022 · 55 min
WCAD #16: Best World Cup Group Stage Ever?
Austin and Amit can't believe that they just witnessed another insane World Cup day, one that featured A late South Korea rally to please their manager in the stands and Vincent Aboubakar going full after dark. Plus the guys look at the big picture state of this World Cup and preview tomorrow's USA-Netherlands and Argentina-Australia matches.
Dec 1, 2022 · 54 min
WCAD #15: Long Live Group Stage Soccer
Amit and Austin have their minds blown by another incredible day at the World Cup. The guys react to Lukaku's No Good Very Bad day, and pour one out for the three minutes where Costa Rica and Japan were going through.
Nov 30, 2022 · 48 min
WCAD #14: After Dark Soccer
Austin and Amit come together to revel in the insanity of the final matchday in Groups C & D. Plus, Amit asks the most loaded question in WCAD history and Austin gets familiar with the beaches of Belgium.
Nov 29, 2022 · 49 min
WCAD #13: Exhale...
Amit breathes a massive sigh of relief as the US gets through against Iran, plus the guys react to Ecuador's disapointing exit against Senegal. Also, Amit rants about Gareth Southgate (again), and Austin bigs up Harry Soutar (again).
Nov 28, 2022 · 50 min
WCAD #12: That's why you set alarms!
Austin and Amit react to a bonkers early slate of World Cup action and preview Tuesday's USA-Iran sweatfest. Plus, Amit tries to slide his resumé over to US Soccer and Austin is mad at Uruguay's reluctance to play football.
Nov 28, 2022 · 45 min
WCAD #11: Wild Sunday
Amit and Austin recat to a set of wild results, and even wilder quotes from Sunday at the World Cup. Plus, Amit rants about strikers and Austin confuses Germany and Belgium.
Nov 26, 2022 · 53 min
WCAD #10: Messi.
Austin and Amit try to sum up Lionel Messi's brilliance, grade Lionel Scaloni's performance, and cover all the rest of Saturday's action before looking forward to a brilliant Spain-Germnay game on Sunday.
Nov 25, 2022 · 45 min
WCAD #9: It's Sweaty Szn
Amit and Austin react to the 0-0 draw between USA and England as well as Friday's other action, then preview a sweaty Saturdy headlined by Argentina-Mexico.