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Special Announcement: thewindowfootball.com
We are extremely excited to announce our brand new website, just in time for the November international window! You can find the calendar, projections, updated…
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E96: Septober Review, Part II - Europe and Africa
We wrap up the Septober window with a deep dive into what happened during UEFA Nations League and the first two rounds of 2027 AFCON Qualifying! Plus... a…
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E95: Septober Review, Part I - CONCACAF, Asia, Oceania
What a mega window! Brandon and Joe are back to review all the action, where we start with CONCACAF Nations League. We then discuss what happened in Asia and…
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E94: Septober Preview, Part III: Europe
We've come to an end of our previews for the Septober 2026 window, where we wrap up with UEFA Nations League! Thanks for listening!
The Window: An International Football PodcastE93: 2027 AFCON Qualifying Preview
Welcome! AFCON Qualifying is back and so are we to round it all up! Only this time, we are joined by a special guest - Ben Jackson! Ben is a published author…
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E92: Septober Preview, Part I: Oceania, Asia, America
The new combined window is here and we're ready for it! In Part I, we will talk about an exciting window in Oceania, Asia, and North/Central America/Caribbean!…
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E91: Looking Ahead to Septober, Transfers, and New Coaches
We're back to discuss the upcoming mega window - which we're calling "Septober", plus looking at some of the transfers that have involved various national team…
The Window: An International Football PodcastE90: World Cup Quarterfinals Preview
We're back to review the World Cup knockout stage so far and look briefly ahead to the quarterfinals! We'll have a full review of all teams at the tournament…
The Window: An International Football PodcastE89: 2026 FIFA World Cup Preview, Part II
It's the World Cup. It's our preview. It's Part II. We cover Groups G-L and make our predictions for who will win it all!
The Window: An International Football PodcastE88: 2026 FIFA World Cup Preview, Part I
It has finally arrived... the BIG one. The World Cup is here and so are we to break it all down for you! In Part I, we go through the first six groups - A…
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E87: The Field of 48 is Complete
Brandon and Joe review the March window, discussing the finish to World Cup Qualifying, Asian Cup Qualifying, AFCON 2027 Preliminary Round, and more!
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E86: March 2026 Preview
Crucial World Cup playoffs, chaos in CAF as Senegal is stripped of its AFCON title, Asian Cup Qualifying concludes, FIFA Series looks awesome, and AFCON…
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E85: International Roundup
Brandon and Joe are back to run through some major news items and take a look at a few draws that occurred since we last recorded. Stay informed! Follow us…
The Window: An International Football PodcastE84: 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Preview
We're joined by the oracle of African football himself, Mark Gleeson, live from South Africa to run down all the teams at the upcoming AFCON! Mark is fully…
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E83: November 2025 Review
World Cup Qualifying comes to a close, with just the playoffs left! We discuss the end of qualifying in Europe, the Americas, Africa, and Asia. Plus some chat…
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E82: November 2025 Preview
Back around the world we go to talk about FIFA World Cup Qualifying in North/Central America & the Caribbean, Africa, Asia, and Europe. Plus, we have notes on…
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E81: Party In Praia! (Oct 2025 Review)
Brandon Riff and Joe Gould go around the world to talk about all things international football that took place during the October 2025 window! From Cape Verde…
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E80: October 2025 Preview Part II: Asia and Africa
Asian Cup Qualifying features a double matchday + World Cup Qualifying in Asia as Round 4 gets underway. Plus, Africa concludes qualifying as we go through all…
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E79: October 2025 Preview, Part I: Europe & Central America/Caribbean
We're back to preview the October international window, with at least NINE guaranteed spots to be filled in Africa and Asia combined. Follow us on X/IG…
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E78: September 2025 Review
Brandon and Joe are back to go around the world and talk World Cup Qualifying, CAFA Nations Cup, King's Cup, and more! Follow us! @windowintlpod on X, IG.
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E77: September 2025 Preview
Brandon and Joe discuss all the action for the September window, including what's to come in World Cup Qualifiers around the world! Follow us on X/IG…
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Ahmad Faqa (Syria National Team)
Joe recently ventured to Iceland and, while there, sat down for a quick chat with Ahmad Faqa, who plays for the Syria national team. Big thanks to Ahmad and FH…
The Window: An International Football PodcastE75: 2025 Gold Cup Review
Mexico reigns supreme again, but who else surprised? Who disappointed? Brandon and Joe break it all down.
The Window: An International Football PodcastE74: 2025 Gold Cup Preview
The 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup kicks off on Saturday and we're here to preview all of it. Every group, every team.
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E73: June 2025 Review
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is a year away! Brandon and Joe discuss the debutants and eliminations in World Cup Qualifying around the globe, who moves on to the…
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E72: June 2025 Preview, Part II: South America & Europe
In Part II, Brandon and Joe look at what's on tap in South America and Europe, highlighting key matches and discussing all the groups! Follow us on X and…
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E71: June 2025 Preview, Part I: Asia and the Caribbean
We're back! In Part I, we head to Asia for the final two matches of the third round. Four more teams will punch their ticket to 2026! Plus, we chat Asian Cup…
The Window: An International Football PodcastMohamed Omar (Somalia National Team)
Brandon and Joe are joined for a special episode with guest Mohamed Omar (San Antonio FC), who made his full debut with the Somalia National Team in the March…
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March 2025 Review, Part II: Europe, Asia, South America
In Part II, Brandon and Joe wrap up the March window by talking about UEFA Nations League and the start to World Cup Qualifying in Europe, look at a crazy…
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March 2025 Review Part I: North/Central America/Caribbean, Oceania, Africa
Joe and Brandon review all the happenings from CONCACAF, including Gold Cup qualifiers and Nations League, as well as World Cup Qualification in Oceania and…
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March 2025 Preview Part II: CONMEBOL, UEFA, CAF
In Part II, we hit South America, Europe, and Africa - and it's World Cup Qualifying all around! Follow the show on X/Instagram: @windowintlpod! You can…
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March 2025 Preview Part I: OFC, AFC, CONCACAF
We're back! In Part I, we discuss Oceania, Asia, and North/Central America/Caribbean including World Cup Qualifying, Asian Cup Qualifying, Gold Cup Playoffs…
The Window: An International Football PodcastAFCON 2025 Draw: Initial Reactions
We give you our initial reactions to the AFCON 2025 draw held earlier this week. Follow the show: @windowintlpod on X and Instagram.
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Bonus Preview: 2027 Asian Cup Third Round Draw and UEFA World Cup Qualifying
Both draws are this week, so we decided to preview what could happen for both the 2027 Asian Cup Third Round and UEFA World Cup Qualifying. Follow us on X and…
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A November to Remember
Comoros. San Marino. Sudan. Dominican Republic. Indonesia. It was immense. We break it all down. From Tahiti to Asia to the Caribbean, we discuss the November…
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November 2024 Preview
Brandon and Joe are back to discuss all the action coming your way in the November window! From the conclusion of AFCON Qualifying to Nations League to World…
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October 2024 Review
What a window that was! So much to dissect from the action. Join us as we literally go around the world discussing the October international break - from one…
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October 2024 Preview
Brandon and Joe are back with another preview, and we spend time discussing World Cup Qualifying in Oceania, Asia, and South America. Then Nations League in…
The Window: An International Football PodcastMalta's Yannick Yankam Joins the Show
In this special episode, we are delighted to be joined by Yannick Yankam from the Malta National Team! We discuss his time with the national team, his first…
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September Review, Pt. 2: CONCACAF Nations League + AFCON Qualifying
We didn't think there would be a Part 2, but here we are. Brandon and Joe discuss CONCACAF Nations League and the craziness of AFCON Qualifying.
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September Review, Pt. 1: All World Cup Qualifying + UEFA NL
Brandon and Joe recap what happened in Oceania, South America, and Asia this month - including some interviews with Ben Waine (NZL), Christian Pulisic (USA)…
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September Preview, Part II: World Cup & AFCON Qualifying
In Part II, Brandon and Joe discuss World Cup Qualifying in Asia and South Africa, as well as AFCON Qualifying.
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September Preview, Part I: Nations League Is Back
In Part I, Brandon and Joe discuss the new Nations League campaigns that will kick off in this window in UEFA (Europe) and CONCACAF (North, Central America &…
The Window: An International Football PodcastTonga Begin World Cup Qualifying - with Maikeli Lomu
In this special episode, Joe and Brandon talk with Maikeli Lomu, a new callup to the Tongan National Team who dropped everything and moved from the USA to the…
The Window: An International Football PodcastMalawi Forward Henri Kumwenda Exclusive Interview
Joe and Brandon have a chat with Malawi's recent callup, Henri Kumwenda! Talking national team, World Cup Qualifying, playing career, and more!
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Summer Tournament Recap! EURO, Copa, Nations Cup
We're back from our travels to the cups this summer with stories and recaps from the action!
The Window: An International Football PodcastCopa América Preview w/ Roberto Rojas (ESPN)
Brandon and Joe are joined by Roberto Rojas from ESPN & Guarani Vision (podcast) to preview each team in the 2024 Copa América!
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June 2024 Window Review w/ Lee Wingate (Sweeper Pod)
It's our 50th episode! With Brandon in Germany for Euro 2024, Joe is joined by Lee Wingate from The Sweeper Podcast to recap the June action from around the…
The Window: An International Football PodcastEuro 2024 Preview
We're back to preview Euro 2024, just before Brandon heads to Germany!
The Window: An International Football PodcastJune Window: World Cup Qualifying - Part I
It's another massive window, and we're here to break it all down for you! In Part I, we discuss the launch of World Cup Qualifying in North/Central America &…
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March 2024 Preview: Part I - Europe
In Part I of the March Window Preview, we talk EURO Playoffs and Nations League Play-Out.
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March 2024 Preview: Part II - North/Central America & Caribbean, Africa, Oceania, FIFA Series
In Part II, Brandon and Joe dig into a very packed CONCACAF window including the World Cup draw, World Cup Qualifiers, Copa Libertadores qualification, and…
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March 2024 Preview: Part III - Asia
In our final part of this month's preview, we head back to Asia as they continue World Cup Qualifiers MD3 + MD4. Some exciting squad news to discover as we go…
The Window: An International Football PodcastWhat is the new "FIFA Series" / AFCON Review
Brandon and Joe talk about the new FIFA Series debuting in March, then delve into the best AFCON ever to review it all!
The Window: An International Football PodcastQatar Takes Home A Second: Asian Cup 2023 Review
Brandon and Joe are back to relive all the fun and excitement from the Asian Cup! We go team by team, group by group to rate and review how each nation fared…
The Window: An International Football Podcast2023 Asian Cup Preview
Every group, every team. Brandon and Joe break it all down.
The Window: An International Football Podcast2023 Africa Cup of Nations Preview feat. "Made In Africa" & Maher Mezahi
We welcome a great group of panelists to help us break down every group and every country at AFCON. We're thrilled to be joined by Ed Aarons (Made In…
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November 2023 Review, Part II: S. America, N. America, & Europe
South American World Cup Qualifiers, Copa America draw, North America/Caribbean Nations League, and EURO Qualifiers/Draw... all in this episode! 0-24': South…
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November 2023 Review, Part I: Asia & Africa
World Cup qualifying got off to a bang in November in both Asia (Round 2) and Africa (Round 1)! We dig into each group and pull out the highs and lows. Asia…
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November 2023, Pt. 4: Asia!
In our final installment of November's mega preview, we delve into Asian World Cup Qualification. Who's coming out of each group? What players should you watch…