Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros chat with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy as they preview the 2026 World Cup. The boys talk all things New Jersey as the state gets ready to host the 2026 World Cup Final at MetLife Stadium next summer. Governor Murphy also reveals how he fell in love with soccer and what the sport means to him and his family.
Governor Murphy then addresses safety concerns for fans around the world and in this country in the midst of an uncertain political climate ahead of this World Cup. Will fans from other countries feel safe as they visit the USA next summer? Can American fans enjoy games without feeling targeted by ICE or other immigration law enforcement?
Later, Christian and Alexis get to know Governor Murphy better and play their favorite game: Promotion or Relegation?
(1:00) - NJ Gov. Phil Murphy joins the show
(10:30) - Phil Murphy’s soccer origin story
(15:45) - New Jersey the soccer hub of America?
(18:45) - Why should fans choose New Jersey for the World Cup?
(25:00) - Can fans feel safe coming to America?
(32:30) - Gov. Murphy’s thoughts on Zohran Mamdani’s campaign
(42:00) - Gov. Murphy’s NJ World Cup pitch
(46:00) - Talking Gov. Murphy’s viral political moments
(51:15) - Gov. Murphy plays promotion/relegation game
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