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After 104 matches in 39 days, the 2026 Men’s World Cup is officially in the books. Up next - less than one year away - the countdown to the 2027 Women’s World Cup in Brazil has now officially begun.
On this episode of Full Time, host Jillian Sakovits is joined by The Athletic’s Meg Linehan and Melanie Anzidei to discuss what lessons are to be learned from the 2026 Men’s World Cup, what impact this summer will have on the women’s game, and how the NWSL can keep the momentum going all the way into Brazil 2027.
PLUS: Jill, Meg and Melanie discuss their picks of the best moments from the NWSL weekend. From Rose Lavelle buzzer beaters to a homecoming in Colorado.
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HOST: Jillian Sakovits
GUESTS: Meg Linehan, Melanie Anzidei
PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes
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Referenced on the show:
The 1994 World Cup influenced a generation of Americans. What will 2026’s impact be?
USWNT star Lindsey Heaps makes Denver Summit debut in hometown return to NWSL
The 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup is less than a year away: Key questions for the USWNT
Which countries have qualified for the 2027 Women’s World Cup?: Countdown to Brazil
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