KC26 Director of Fan Festival and Events Mallory Cage joins Nate Bukaty and Benny Feilhaber to break down the massive entertainment lineup, fan experiences and celebrations coming to Kansas City during the World Cup.

From FIFA Fan Festival at the National WWI Museum and Memorial to concerts, activations and citywide events, the group explores how Kansas City is preparing to welcome the world and what fans can expect when the tournament finally arrives. Plus, group-stage predictions and a five-a-side draft of the Fan Fest acts they’re most excited to see.

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Nate Bukaty and Benny Feilhaber shine a spotlight on one of Kansas City’s most iconic landmarks – the National WWI Museum and Memorial –– and the major role it will play during the World Cup. Joined by museum president and CEO Dr. Matthew Naylor, the group explores the history, global significance and future of the Liberty Memorial as it prepares to welcome fans from around the world. Plus, World Cup trivia, stories from Kansas City’s growth over the last decade and a five-a-side draft of the city’s best hidden-gem watering holes.

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Nate Bukaty and Benny Feilhaber are joined by design and branding experts Chad Reynolds and Mike Walker to explore the world of soccer jerseys, identity and the rise of football fashion.

From the Sporting KC rebrand to global kit design with Adidas, Puma and beyond, the group goes behind the scenes on how iconic jerseys are created — and why they matter. Plus, a look at the growing intersection of soccer and street-wear, World Cup kit reactions and a five-a-side draft of the best jerseys of all time.

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Nate Bukaty is joined by Roger Espinoza and CBS Sports’ Nico Cantor for a wide-ranging conversation on the biggest storylines heading into the 2026 World Cup.

From global contenders and under-the-radar teams to the evolution of soccer coverage in the U.S., the group breaks down what to watch as the tournament approaches — and where Kansas City fits on the world stage. Plus, rapid-fire takes and a five-a-side draft of the best World Cup matches they’ve ever seen.

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Nate Bukaty and Benny Feilhaber welcome Sporting KC fan favorite Ike Opara for a wide-ranging conversation on his career, his connection to Kansas City and his next chapter in the game. From his time anchoring SKC’s back line to stepping into coaching, Ike reflects on the moments, mindset and culture that defined his career. Plus, we get his take on the USMNT, World Cup contenders and what Kansas City can expect when the world arrives this summer.

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Nate Bukaty and Benny Feilhaber are joined by Kansas City Star columnist Sam McDowell to break down the latest World Cup news and what it all means for Kansas City.

From base camps and stadium questions to city readiness, security and the atmosphere fans can expect this summer, the group takes a wide-angle look at KC’s biggest sports moment yet. Plus, another round of “Goal or No Goal” and a five-a-side draft on the biggest Kansas City sports stories of the last decade.

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Nate Bukaty is joined by Benny Feilhaber and Matt Besler for another round of fan-favorite debates – this time with even more stories, opinions and friendly chaos.

From the Kansas City sports Mount Rushmore to jersey debates, World Cup predictions and more, the crew goes head-to-head in the return of “Goal or No Goal.” Plus, behind-the-scenes stories from their playing days and a Fiva-A-Side draft you won’t want to miss.

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Nate Bukaty sits down with Sporting KC co-owner, KC20206 honorary co-chair and visionary Cliff Illig, one of the key figures behind bringing the world’s biggest soccer event to Kansas City. From building a soccer culture in KC to helping lead the city’s successful bid, Illig shares the vision, innovation and persistence it took to put Kansas City on the global stage. Plus, a look at what makes KC unique — and what he hopes the world will say after experiencing it.

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