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First Touch is Kickback Soccer Media’s home for World Cup 2026 storytelling and modern soccer coverage guiding fans from the road to the FIFA World Cup 2026 and beyond. From premium podcasts and original series to smart analysis and cultural context, First Touch brings new, emerging, and diehard fans inclusive, American-driven perspectives on the stories shaping the global game, from now, through World Cup 2026, and into soccer’s future.
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- Yesterday34 min
World Cup Storylines We Can't Wait to Watch - Ep. 16 First Touch Weekly Presented by Soccer.com
David Gass is joined by Ryan Hunn and Musa Okwonga from Stadio to discuss what has them most excited as the World Cup approaches. The crew shares the players, teams, matches and moments they'll be watching throughout the month, from Mexico's opportunity on home soil and Brazil under Carlo Ancelotti to the stars who could define this tournament and shape the next decade of the game.0:00 Welcome & France-Senegal Showdown3:17 Mexico's Opportunity on Home Soil10:41 World Cup Dreamers and Cinderella Runs14:46 James Rodríguez, Colombia & World Cup Magic17:17 The Stars of the Next Decade22:34 Brazil Under Ancelotti30:00 Why You Have to Watch the Boring Games
- 2 days ago13 min
First Touch Dispatch Presented by Soccer.com | Ep. 5
On this episode of First Touch Dispatch we give the latest updates on injuries forcing players to withdraw from the tournament, a record breaking counterfeit merchandise bust, and a closer look at the new rules being implemented at the World Cup. All that and more on First Touch Dispatch.0:42 Injuries to Key Players2:46 Thomas Partey Ghana Inclusion4:11 Counterfeit Merchandise Bust5:39 Field Conditions8:52 A Closer Look - New Rules12:54 One For the Road - MLS Players at WC '26
- 1 weeks ago28 min
World Cup Expectations, Rosters and Favorites - Ep. 15 First Touch Weekly Presented by Soccer.com
Susannah Fuller and David Gass break down the expanded World Cup format, the pressure facing some of the tournament favorites, and the teams generating the most intrigue heading into the summer. From the USMNT roster reveal and Jesse Marsch’s new Canada deal to France’s loaded squad, Brazil’s expectations under Carlo Ancelotti, Colombia’s top-heavy roster, and the group stage matches they can’t wait to watch, there’s no shortage of storylines as the countdown to the World Cup continues.0:00 Scott McTominay, Jesse Marsch & USMNT Roster News9:41 The Expanded World Cup Effect13:27 France Looks Loaded, Colombia’s Top-Heavy Squad18:02 Biggest World Cup Snubs20:30 Teams Under Pressure & Crash Outs25:15 Must-Watch Group Stage Matches
- 1 weeks ago13 min
First Touch Dispatch Presented by Soccer.com | Ep. 4
On this week's edition of First Touch Dispatch, we dive into the latest news surrounding the World Cup. Iran has officially moved their basecamp to Mexico, Messi has an injury scare, and the USMNT roster is now OFFICIALLY announced.0:36 Iran Base Camp Relocation1:58 Spain Roster Backlash3:23 Messi Injury Scare5:11 AC Milan, Juventus and the Italian National Team6:16 England's Pre-Tournament Players8:06 A Closer Look - USMNT Roster11:56 One For The Road - Kochen + Rick
- 1 weeks ago14 min
First Touch' 26 - Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnia and Herzegovina returns to the World Cup with one of international soccer’s most emotional national team stories. We explore the country’s complex football history, the memories of Bosnia’s first World Cup appearance in 2014, and the dramatic road back to the global stage fueled by one of soccer’s most passionate fanbases, Bosnian icon Edin Džeko, and a new generation featuring Esmir Bajraktarević.
- 2 weeks ago12 min
First Touch ’26 - Sweden
Sweden returns to the World Cup with a history bigger than many realize and a new generation trying to add to it. We break down the Blue and Yellow’s controversial road to 2026, Graham Potter’s influence, Lukas Bergvall’s emergence, and the enduring impact of Zlatan Ibrahimović on Swedish football.
- 2 weeks ago19 min
Left Off the Roster - Ep. 14 First Touch Weekly Presented by Soccer.com
World Cup roster season is here, bringing dream call-ups and heartbreaking omissions for players around the globe. Susannah Fuller discusses some of the notable snubs ahead of 2026 and the most memorable roster announcement videos so far. Then David Gass dives into the difficult reality of missing out on soccer’s biggest stage as former U.S. international and current LA Galaxy head coach Greg Vanney shares his own experience of falling short of a World Cup roster.0:00 World Cup roster drama & biggest snubs3:09 The best World Cup roster reveal videos6:04 The heartbreak of missing out17:38 Roberto Lopez’s Cape Verde send-off
- 2 weeks ago15 min
First Touch ’26 - DR Congo
Susannah Fuller is joined by Stadio’s Musa Okwonga for a conversation about DR Congo’s return to the World Cup after more than 50 years away. Together, they discuss the country’s history and identity through soccer, the emotion surrounding the Leopards and their supporters, and the mix of experienced and emerging players hoping to make an impact in 2026.
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