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Mexico vs South Africa – World Cup 2026: Date and time as blockbuster tournament begins with repeat of 2010 opener

THE 2026 World Cup is edging ever closer with Mexico taking on South Africa in the opening match of the tournament. The co-hosts raise the curtain on the biggest spectacle in sport as the 104-game extravaganza begins in Mexico City. Coincidentally, the reverse of this fixture was the opening game of the 2010 World Cup when South...

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VAMOS with Herc Gomez 09/28/23, Presented by Bud Light

"Inter Miami missed a chance to win another trophy this season, while Liga MX's Tigres demonstrated their dominance in Mexico and CONCACAF" In this episode, Herc had two guests to discuss this week's finals in the United States. First, Franco Panizo shared his insights about the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup Final, where Inter Miami missed an opportunity to win silverware with Lionel Messi injured in the last minute versus Houston Dynamo of Ben Olsen and Hector Herrera. Then, Katia Castorena from ESPN Deportes joined the conversation to talk about the aftermath of the 5th edition of the CONCACAF Campeones Cup between LAFC and Liga MX's Tigres, confirming why The Mexican team is a powerhouse in Mexico and in CONCACAF. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

VAMOS with Herc Gomez 09/21/23, Presented by Bud Light

"Canelo Alvarez Sparks Debate: Boxing vs. Football in Mexico" In this episode, Herc and ESPN Desportes' Eric Gomez debate Canelo Alvarez's claim that boxing deserves more respect than football in Mexico. Also, is this Chicharito's potential "last dance" with "El Tri?" And learn why the rising stars from Mexico are returning to Liga MX earlier than expected. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 103 - Using Positional Play To Better Understand The Game, a conversation with David Garcia, UEFA Coach, Coach Developer and founder of `It's Just A Sport`

Send us Fan Mail Episode 103, Brought to you in association with our friends at Soccer Coach Weekly (@SoccerCoachWeek) Episode 103 - Using Positional Play To Better Understand The Game, a conversation with David Garcia, UEFA Coach, Coach Developer and founder of `It's Just A Sport` In this episode we talk to the awesome David Garcia about how we can use the concept of `positional play` to better understand the game. David talks us through his own coaching journey and how the Spani...

VAMOS with Herc Gomez & Guest Mariano Trujillo, Presented by Bud Light 08/17/23

Herc sat down with Mariano Trujillo, an analyst for Apple TV and Fox Sports in Mexico. Discussing the perception of the Leagues Cup among Mexican fans and pundits, delving into Liga MX, El Tri, and of course, talk about Messi, Messi, Messi. Plus, some thoughts on the Saudi Super League's latest signings versus MLS transfers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mexico's Leagues Cup Gripes, Tyler Turns Blue, Premier League Season Preview (Soccer 8/10/2023)

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Heath Pearce look ahead to Friday's Leagues Cup Elite Eight action and discuss where the competition needs to improve amid Liga MX complaints about the format favoring MLS teams (10:06). Plus, reaction to Chelsea reportedly triggering Tyler Adams release clause (23:28) and analysis of all the Americans competing in the 2023/24 Premier League season (33:57). And when is a player too young to turn pro? The guys discuss Sacramento Republic signing 13-year-old FC Da'vian Kimbrough (49:45). In Soccer We Trust is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the In Soccer We Trust team on Twitter: @ISWTPod, @JimmyConrad, @heathpearce, @CharlieDavies9, @PartidoPooper Watch In Soccer We Trust on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCh4tni-ICN9z0eMIPcf2r2g Subscribe to the In Soccer We Trust podcast: https://link.chtbl.com/InSoccerWeTrust For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, the Brasileiro, Argentine Primera División by subscribing Paramount Plus: https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Get 20% off In Soccer We Trust merch, using the code SOCCER20: https://https://store.cbssports.com/collections/in-soccer-we-trust Sign up to the new Golazo newsletter, your ultimate guide to the Beautiful Game as our experts take you beyond the pitch and around the globe with news that matters. https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/golazo-starting-xi/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

VAMOS with Herc Gomez & Guest Raul Jimenez Presented by Bud Light 08/10/23

Herc sits down with Raul Jimenez, the Mexican International, former Wolverhampton player, and current player for Fulham FC, to discuss his incredible story. Additionally, Herc explores the fairness of the Leagues Cup as various Mexican players, coaches, and pundits express their viewpoints on the tournament. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Off the Crossbar - Episode 134 - RSL vs. LAFC, Leagues Cup

In this week's episode of Off the Crossbar, Matt, Kyle and Trevor are watching RSL's Leagues Cup loss to LAFC. They talk about a wide variety of topics, but it all sort of centers around the game, which was bad. But it's a fun episode. We promise.

VAMOS with Herc Gomez & Guest Sebastian Saucedo, Presented by Bud Light 08/03/23

Herc sits down with Sebastian Saucedo, the skilled winger from Juarez FC in Liga MX to discuss his journey with the U.S. Youth National Team. He shares stories from his early days in the Real Salt Lake Academy and explains the contrasts between MLS and Mexico's First Division. Plus, Lionel Messi delivered another impressive performance and Inter Miami made a notable appearance in the Leagues Cup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

PVSP 84: S4E16 - 2 Leagues, One Cup

We cover the Portland Timbers first two matches in the inaugural Leagues Cup tournament., and the results against San Jose and Tigres. Intro Song written & performed by Greg Donnelly Closing song: Double Crossed by Face to Face - https://facetofacemusic.com Radio Free PVSP (closing song playlist): spoti.fi/3ndcaqN Feedback: Email - [email protected] Leave a voicemail - 503-583-4235 Facebook - https://facebook.com/PortlandVanity/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/PDXvanitysoccer Find us on: Soundcloud, Spotify, Apple, and Google Play Link to this episode: https://bit.ly/47fD0E0

VAMOS with Herc Gomez, Presented by Bud Light 07/27/23

Herc sits down with Mauricio Pedroza from ESPN Deportes. Mauricio shares some interesting stories about his experiences in Germany watching Jurgen Klopp play for Mainz. He also dives into the current state of "El Tri" and discusses the Mexican Media's perspective on the revamped Leagues Cup. Plus, Messi's record-breaking performance in just two matches of the Leagues Cup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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