The World Cup Of / 3 Apr 2026
The World Cup of 1998
You’re watching the free group stages, Groups A–D. The full tournament is on Patreon and Spotify.
The World Cup of 1998 – Groups A–D The World Cup of 1998 kicks off with Groups A–D , taking us straight back to one of the most iconic years of the late 90s. From the chaos of England vs Argentina and everything that came with it, to peak TV moments with Johnny Vaughan and Denise Van Outen , this episode is packed with the kind of memories that instantly transport you back. We relive the shock of Geri leaving the Spice Girls , the glory of Arsenal winning the double , and the cultural impact of Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels — all while Alright Fans casually drops in one of his own personal milestones from 1998 that probably should’ve stayed private. This is what the World Cup of 1998 is all about — football, music, film, TV and real-life moments all colliding into one ridiculous, nostalgia-heavy tournament. As always, the criteria is loose. Impact, nostalgia, cultural relevance and pure “I remember exactly where I was” factor all come into play as we try to decide what truly defines the year. This episode sets the tone for the tournament — big moments, bigger memories, and…
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