By The AthleticJune 14, 2026 5:00 am EDT Updated The group stage is heating up! Hosts Tamerra Griffin and Carl Anka break down the fallout from the USMNT’s massive opening match win over Paraguay on today’s Daily Cup. We dive deep into the ultimate debate: what did we learn from the United States’ performance, and does the squad need a brand new nickname? Plus, we look ahead to the highly anticipated showdown between Brazil and Morocco. The Athletic’s Jack Lang joins us to unpack the major controversy surrounding Neymar’s roster selection and his current injury status. We also preview Scotland’s historic return to this stage with a special message from Succession star Brian Cox. You can also watch The Athletic FC Daily Recap on Amazon Fire and listen wherever you get your podcasts.Jun 14, 2026Connections: Sports EditionSpot the pattern. Connect the termsFind the hidden link between sports terms