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Pitch Report

Mario and Amilcar

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Frequency: 1 episode/24d. Total Eps: 56

Two lifelong friends, Mario & Amilcar, bringing you the best (and sometimes most ridiculous) takes on all things soccer! From the rise of San Diego FC in MLS to the drama of the Champions League, we cover the biggest matches, hottest debates, and whatever else comes up—because sometimes, we just like to talk football… or whatever random thing is on our minds.

🚀 Expect:

✅ Unfiltered soccer talk

✅ Champions League, MLS, La Liga, Premier League & more

✅ San Diego FC coverage from day one

✅ Guest appearances from soccer fans, experts & insiders

✅ Random side conversations, hot takes & good vibes

Join us every week for laughs, rants, and plenty of soccer talk—even if we occasionally go off the rails. 🎙️⚽🔥

📲 Follow us on Instagram & Twitter/X (@_pitchreport) and send us your questions, comments, and wild predictions!

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21/06/2026
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Opening Week Recap | Messi Debate, Host Nations & Early Chaos

Thursday, June 18, 2026 • Duration 50:54

The first week of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is complete, and there is already no shortage of drama, surprises, and storylines.

In this episode, Mario and Amilcar recap the opening round of matches, discuss the biggest surprises of the tournament so far, and react to standout performances from Mexico, the USMNT, Argentina, Germany, Spain, and more.

We also dive into the controversy surrounding Lionel Messi's challenge against Algeria, talk about Canada's first-ever World Cup point, and discuss how factors like goal differential, weather, altitude, and home-field advantage could impact the rest of the tournament.

Watch the full video version of this episode on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/XD7Vgq2aIMQ

Enjoying our World Cup coverage? Follow the show and share this episode with a friend who loves soccer—or is getting caught up in World Cup fever.

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Groups J, K & L Preview

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 • Duration 46:54

In this episode of Pitch Report, Mario and Amilcar wrap up their 2026 FIFA World Cup group-stage breakdowns by diving into Groups J, K, and L.

We discuss Argentina’s chances of defending their crown, Portugal’s loaded squad and Cristiano Ronaldo’s pursuit of one final World Cup run, Colombia’s potential as a dark horse, and whether England can finally live up to expectations. We also break down Croatia, Ghana, Panama, Algeria, Austria, Jordan, DR Congo, and Uzbekistan as we make our final group-stage predictions.

To close out the episode, we reveal our picks for:
🏆 World Cup Champion
⚽ Golden Boot Winner
🌟 Best Player of the Tournament
🧤 Best Goalkeeper
📉 Biggest Disappointment

Watch the full video episode on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/s1BJDtqaAWM

🎧 Follow and subscribe to Pitch Report for World Cup match reactions, analysis, predictions, and coverage throughout the tournament.

Think we got a prediction wrong? Let us know—we’ll be revisiting these picks once the World Cup is underway! 🌎⚽🎙️

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Groups G, H & I Preview | Belgium, Spain, France & Norway

Saturday, June 13, 2026 • Duration 40:28

The World Cup is underway, and our group-by-group breakdown series continues!

In this episode, Mario and Amilcar dive into Groups G, H, and I of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

We preview Belgium, Egypt, Iran, and New Zealand in Group G; discuss Spain, Uruguay, Saudi Arabia, and Cape Verde in Group H; and take a closer look at a loaded Group I featuring France, Senegal, Iraq, and Norway.

Along the way, another Panini sticker pack battle sparks a debate about duplicates, rare cards, and whether collecting World Cup stickers as an adult is a perfectly reasonable hobby. We also discuss Belgium's post-golden generation era, Mohamed Salah's chances of leading Egypt to a historic World Cup breakthrough, Spain's status as one of the tournament favorites, and a potential World Cup showdown between Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland.

As always, we share our predictions, identify potential dark horses, and debate which teams could surprise us as the tournament unfolds.

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Groups D, E & F Preview

Thursday, June 11, 2026 • Duration 34:21

The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues as Mario and Amilcar break down Groups D, E, and F!

In this episode, we take a closer look at a competitive Group D featuring the United States, Turkey, Paraguay, and Australia, discuss whether Germany can return to its World Cup best in Group E, and preview a fascinating Group F led by the Netherlands and Japan.

Along the way, we share our predictions for who advances, debate the impact of home-field advantage for the USMNT, discuss Ecuador's impressive qualifying campaign, and explore whether Japan or the Netherlands could make a deep run in the tournament.

We also go on a few World Cup-related tangents, including national team eligibility, dual-national players, and the unique challenges teams are facing as they prepare for the biggest tournament in soccer.

Who do you think will come out on top in Groups D, E, and F?

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Groups A, B & C Preview

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 • Duration 54:42

The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues as we break down Groups A, B, and C!

Mario and Amilcar are joined by returning guests Israel “Izzy” and Mr. Leo to preview Mexico’s group, discuss Canada’s chances as a host nation, and debate whether Brazil or Morocco should be considered the favorite in Group C. We also take a closer look at South Korea, Switzerland, Bosnia, Scotland, Haiti, and the teams that could surprise people once the tournament kicks off.

Along the way, the group shares their predictions for who advances to the knockout rounds—and Mario catches plenty of heat for some of his bold picks and dark-horse selections.

Who do you think will come out on top in Groups A, B, and C?

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World Cup 101: Everything You Need to Know About the FIFA World Cup 2026

Monday, June 8, 2026 • Duration 13:31

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup around the corner, and North America playing host, we wanted to dedicate an episode to breaking down everything you need to know before the world's biggest sporting event kicks off.

Whether you're completely new to soccer, a casual fan looking for a refresher, or someone who just wants to understand what everyone will be talking about this summer, this episode is your World Cup crash course.

We cover:
⚽ What the FIFA World Cup is and why it's so important
🌎 Why the 2026 tournament is historic for the United States, Mexico, and Canada
🏆 How the group stage and knockout rounds work
📈 How countries qualify
⭐ The favorites to win the tournament
🐐 Why this could be the final World Cup for Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo
🇺🇸🇲🇽🇨🇦 What to expect from the host nations

By the end of the episode, you’ll be ready to follow the tournament and join the conversation.

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SDFC Drop Points, Barça Champs & The Return of “The Special One”

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 • Duration 45:37

Mario is back from Morocco rocking a Brahim Díaz jersey, SDFC are back to dropping heartbreaking late points, and Barcelona are officially La Liga champs. The guys break down San Diego FC’s frustrating run of draws, the electric atmosphere at Snapdragon, Real Madrid’s latest disasterclass, and what comes next for Barça and Madrid heading into the offseason.

Then it’s time for the return of The Special One. Mario and Amilcar revisit some of José Mourinho’s funniest, most unhinged, and most legendary quotes — including “I am a special one,” “I was rude to an idiot,” and the iconic “I am a coach, not Harry Potter.”

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Free Chucky?! SDFC's Late Meltdown, PSG-Bayern Madness & Real Madrid's Off-Pitch Fights

Saturday, May 9, 2026 • Duration 47:06

Mr. Leo is back as a guest host with a jam-packed episode of The Pitch Report! First, we break down San Diego FC's frustrating 2-2 draw against LAFC, SDFC were cruising at 2-0 until the 82nd minute. What happened? Is it time to Free Chucky? And with another potential injury to CJ Dos Santos and a tough matchup against 4th-ranked Seattle Sounders on the horizon!

Then it's Champions League semi-final madness, PSG edges Bayern in an 11-goal thriller (6-5), while Arsenal narrowly takes down Atlético 2-1. Both sides punch their tickets to the final in Amsterdam on May 30th. Who wins it all?

We close out with the drama you came for, Real Madrid fights (yes, really), and a full Clásico preview ahead of Sunday's showdown. You won't want to miss it.

🎙️ Subscribe, leave a review, and let us know — who wins El Clásico?

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"Uptown Funk" was #1 last time Barca won the UCL... 💀

Saturday, April 25, 2026 • Duration 42:36

Welcome back to The Pitch Report! Join Mario and Amilcar as they break down a chaotic week in world football. From the heartbreak of the Champions League quarterfinals to a reality check on how long it’s actually been since Barcelona last lifted the trophy, we’re covering it all.

In this episode:

MLS Slump & SDFC Woes: We dive into San Diego City’s recent struggles, defensive errors, and why we’re officially in a slump [02:47].
Champions League Recap: Analysis of the "cardiac" matches between Real Madrid vs. Bayern and Barca vs. Atletico [12:47].
A Trip Down Memory Lane: We look at what the world was like in 2015—the last time Barca won the UCL. (Hint: "Uptown Funk" was the anthem and the iPhone 6 was brand new) [16:31].
The "Bottler" Race: Is Arsenal heading for another second-place finish? We discuss the Premier League title race and Manchester City’s relentless pursuit [31:37].
Leicester City’s Fall: A moment of silence for the former Premier League champions as they face relegation to League One [37:03].

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https://youtu.be/PWFTVlR4rHE

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The Ultimate NA Beer Bracket: Pitch Report Madness (feat. Jesus & Mr. Leo)

Monday, April 20, 2026 • Duration 57:41

Can a non-alcoholic beer actually taste like a Champions League winner? In this special "Pitch Report Madness" edition, the crew is joined by special guests Jesus and Mr. Leo for a high-stakes, blind taste test bracket to crown the #1 NA beer on the market.

[PLEASE NOTE: This podcast episode is best experienced on YouTube to see the full bracket reveal and the crew's reactions!]

Watch the full video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/yYyfbtKMORM

The Blind Taste Test Bracket:
To keep things interesting, every beer was assigned a soccer team identity. From the "Group Stages" to the "Finals," the crew debated flavors and mouthfeel without knowing the brand behind the logo.

Soccer Talk & Hot Takes:
Between sips, the guys dive deep into the world of football.

The NA Beer Lineup (The Reveal):

Manchester United = Sierra Nevada Brewing
Hearts FC = Rancho West Beer
Tigers SC = Athletic Brewing
Gotham FC = Heineken USA
Barcelona FC = Guinness US
Hounslow Harriers = Stone Brewing
SD Wave = Peroni USA
FC Porto = Corona
AFC Richmond = Coors Light
San Diego FC = Asahi Super Dry
Chivas = Penn’s Best NA
Real Madrid = Estrella Galicia

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