June 13, 2026

WC26: GOALS & Points for the Hosts!

WC26: GOALS & Points for the Hosts!

The 2026 World Cup is underway, and we're kicking off our World Cup bonus coverage with the USA's 4–1 win over Paraguay and Mexico's 2–0 victory over South Africa. We also look ahead to upcoming World Cup matches in the Bay Area and what local fans can ex

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Welcome to the first State of the Republic World Cup Bonus Episode! Throughout the FIFA World Cup 2026, we'll be releasing special episodes covering the biggest stories, matches, and moments from the tournament, with a special focus on the United States and Mexico.

In this episode, we break down the USA's impressive 4–1 victory over Paraguay, discussing the standout performances and what the result could mean as the USA begin their World Cup journey. We also talk about Mexico's 2–0 win over South Africa in the tournament opener and share our thoughts on El Tri's start to the competition.

Plus, with World Cup action arriving in Northern California, we discuss some of the upcoming matches taking place at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium and what local fans can look forward to as the tournament continues.


Intro/Outro Music: "The Descent" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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