The Away End with Daniel Alarcón and John Green

Two novelists, friends since they were teenagers, tackle questions big and small around the World Cup and international football more generally.

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Episode 2: The Power of Hope, AFCON Aftermath, and the Story of Jimmy Glass Wednesday, January 28, 2026

John and Daniel are back with the second episode of The Away End. They dive into the aftermath of the AFCON Final and its repercussions for the World Cup and talk about the importance of hope, both in life and football. John also regales us with the extraordinary story of Jimmy Glass and Carlisle United.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Episode 1: The 2026 World Cup Draw Wednesday, January 21, 2026

On the premiere episode of The Away End, Daniel and John reminisce on over 30 years of friendship, discuss some of their favorite World Cup memories, and dissect the 2026 World Cup Draw. Will the USMNT get out of the Group Stage? Which of the World Cup debutantes will do the best? Which team is poised to break through in a surprising way? Start your tournament journey here, as Daniel and John set the stage for the 2026 World Cup!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Introducing: The Away End with Daniel Alarcón and John Green Wednesday, January 14, 2026

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