The countdown is over—FIFA World Cup 2026 is finally here. For the first time ever, 48 nations will battle across three host countries—Canada, Mexico, and the United States—in the biggest World Cup in history. On this episode, the Lad and Dad will break down the favorites, the dark horses, the breakout stars ready to announce themselves on the global stage, and the storylines that could define the tournament. Can Argentina defend their crown? Will traditional powers like France, Spain, Brazil, or England lift the trophy? Which underdog nation could make a surprise run? From bold predictions and Golden Boot contenders to group-stage drama and knockout-round chaos, we’re previewing everything you need to know before the world’s biggest sporting event kicks off.

The curtain has fallen on another unforgettable Premier League season — a campaign filled with drama, heartbreak, last-minute winners, breakout stars, and historic moments. From the intensity of the title race to the battle for European places and survival, every matchday delivered storylines that kept us glued to the action. Clubs rose, rivals stumbled, and heroes emerged as we witnessed one of the most competitive seasons in recent memory. As the season ends we celebrate the Lad and Dad’s favorite team bringing home their first Premier league title in 22 years. Congratulations to Arsenal. COYG!

We have a special guest star joining the Lad and Dad on this week's edition!

A special thank you to all our listeners over this past year. We really appreciate anybody giving us a listen. The Lad and Dad have had a lot of fun doing this podcast and we hope to be back next season breaking down all the great action. Look for some special bonus content this summer as we look at the World Cup and possibly get in some episodes of Ask Luca.

This week on the PLP we of course dive into one of the biggest moments in modern English football history as Arsenal are crowned Premier League champions for the first time in 22 years. As much as we love to cover the whole Premier League the Dad and Lad are massive Gunners at heart! We break down Mikel Arteta’s incredible rebuild, the key performances from stars like Gabriel, Declan Rice, and David Raya (all who were nominated for Premier League player of the year) and what this title means for Arsenal fans around the world after years of near misses and heartbreak. We’ll also discuss where this squad ranks among the club’s great teams, the emotional scenes in North London Tuesday night and what could come next for the new kings of England.