This week on the Rowdies Podcast, Jeff Attinella and Seth Kushner break down the U.S. Men's National Team's upcoming FIFA World Cup knockout-round matchup, what Team USA needs to do to advance, and why this could be the biggest match of the tournament so far. The guys also preview the Al Lang Stadium World Cup watch party and explain why it's a must-attend event for soccer fans across the Tampa Bay area.

The conversation then shifts to the Tampa Bay Rowdies, as Jeff and Seth discuss the club's biggest surprises from the first half of the USL Championship season, which players have exceeded expectations, and what the team needs to do to climb the standings during a pivotal stretch of the schedule. Plus, they preview the Rowdies' huge Fourth of July home match and what makes it one of the most important games of the season.

The show also features a special interview with Rowdies legend Perry Van Der Beck, who takes fans on a trip through the rich history of the Tampa Bay Rowdies. Perry shares unforgettable stories from the NASL era, including what it was like having dinner with the legendary Fannies, reflects on how the club and the sport have evolved over the decades, and explains why soccer has never been stronger in Tampa Bay.

Whether you're following the USMNT's World Cup run, cheering on the Tampa Bay Rowdies, or love hearing stories from the club's legendary past, this episode has something for every soccer fan.

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Jeff Attinella and Seth Kushner dive into the biggest storylines from the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the tournament rolls through North America. Why does this World Cup seem to have more global superstars than ever before? Has the sport reached a new golden age of talent, or are fans simply more connected to the world's biggest players than ever? They also tackle one of American soccer's longest-running debates: why does seemingly everyone have an opinion about Alexi Lalas? And with Kylian Mbappé continuing to dominate the global stage, Jeff answers whether soccer's biggest star is the sport's version of Patrick Mahomes.

Plus, Jeff sits down with Dominic Casciato to discuss the Rowdies' season at the halfway point. Casciato reflects on the club's strong first half, the culture being built inside the locker room, the challenges that still lie ahead, and what he believes this team can accomplish down the stretch as they push toward the postseason. Casciato has helped guide Tampa Bay through one of its strongest starts in recent years and has already earned multiple USL Championship Coach of the Month honors in 2026.

From World Cup stars to Rowdies ambitions, it's another can't-miss episode with one of Tampa Bay soccer's most recognizable voices. ⚽🎙️

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This week on the Rowdies Podcast, Jeff Attinella and Seth Kushner break down Tampa Bay's last two matches and debate whether a loss can actually be a good thing for a team in the long run.

The guys also dive into the latest World Cup storylines, including Cape Verde's shocking performance on the world stage and the United States' impressive victory as the tournament begins to heat up.

Plus, Jeff sits down with former Tampa Bay Rowdy and NFL kicker Josh Lambo to discuss his unique journey from professional soccer to the NFL, living out the dream that countless soccer players have imagined. Lambo shares stories from both locker rooms, reflects on his career path, and explains what it was like making the transition from the pitch to the football field.

All that and more on this week's episode of the Rowdies Podcast.

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