Football Weekly's summer mailbag: World Cup 2026 and off-season
Football Weekly mailbag: World Cup 2026 & off-season

The Guardian's Football Weekly podcast hosts answered listener questions in the first part of their summer mailbag. Topics included the 2026 World Cup and the off-season.

World Cup 2026 Discussion

The panel addressed questions about the expanded tournament, with 48 teams set to compete across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. They debated potential challenges and exciting storylines.

Off-Season and Transfers

Listeners also inquired about the current off-season, including transfer rumors and club preparations. The hosts shared their thoughts on key moves and predicted impacts for the upcoming season.

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More Listener Questions

Additional topics covered included memorable moments from past World Cups and predictions for the next major tournaments. The conversation wrapped up with lighthearted fan anecdotes.

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