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Watch or listen to the ultimate guide to the World Cup in L.A., with iconic venues, soccer experts, and next-level viewing experiences across the city
On this episode of the California Now Podcast, host Josh Meyers goes on location to experience the FIFA World Cup in Los Angeles through the players, venues, and innovators shaping the city’s global soccer moment.
The journey begins at Dignity Health Sports Park, home of the LA Galaxy, where Meyers meets soccer legend Cobi Jones. A three-time World Cup player, Jones reflects on the evolution of Major League Soccer, his most memorable moments on the global stage, and why Los Angeles has become a premier soccer city. The two continue their conversation on a walk through the stadium, where Jones shares plans for his upcoming statue and surprises Meyers with a jersey.
Next, Meyers heads to SoFi Stadium to meet Tony Vroman, senior director of facility and campus operations strategy. At one of the world’s most technologically advanced stadiums, Vroman offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to host an event of this scale—from game-day experience to soccer tournament preparation—while the two step out onto the field.
From there, Meyers visits the Bootsy Bellows Suite to catch up with Max Bretos, the voice of the Los Angeles Football Club. Bretos shares what makes attending an LAFC match is so electric, breaks down how the matches work, and highlights the city’s global appeal as a sports and entertainment capital.
The episode concludes at Cosm on the Hollywood Park campus, where Meyers sits with Corey Breton, head of venues. Breton showcases Cosm’s immersive viewing experience and explains why it’s an exciting, accessible way for fans to experience soccer in L.A., complete with cutting-edge visuals, amazing food, and a buzzing atmosphere.
Cobi Jones, LA Galaxy Icon
Tony Vroman, Senior Director of Facility and Campus Operations Strategy at SoFi Stadium
Max Bretos, Announcer for LAFC
Corey Breton, Head of Venues at Cosm
Cobi Jones is an LA Galaxy legend and former U.S. Men’s National Team midfielder, as well as an Official Community Ambassador for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
2026 FIFA World Cup
LA Galaxy
Dignity Health Sports Park
Carson
Los Angeles County
Tony Vroman is senior director of facility and campus operations strategy at SoFi Stadium, overseeing large-scale event operations at one of the world’s most advanced sports venues.
SoFi Stadium
Hollywood Park
Inglewood
Max Bretos is a veteran soccer broadcaster and play-by-play announcer for the Los Angeles Football Club.
Los Angeles Football Club
BMO Stadium
Corey Breton is Head of Venues at Cosm, leading innovative, immersive sports, and entertainment experiences through next-generation technology.
Josh Meyers is a comedian, actor, and host of the California Now Podcast. He also cohosts the podcast Family Trips with the Meyers Brothers.
Host and Executive Producer, Josh Meyers
Editorial Director, Jené Shaw
Producer, Kate Eplboim
Videographer, Alex Gorosh
Video Editor, Dan Hook
Theme music, Staffan Carlén
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