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Park the Bus brings you bold, unfiltered conversation about the Road to 2026 as Canada gears up for its biggest moment on the global stage, cohosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Former Bosnia and Herzegovina star Asmir Begovic joins the show to give an inside perspective on Canada’s opening game opponents at the World Cup! And shares how close he came to playing his international soccer for Canada instead. Plus former NFL star, and Italian soccer fan,  Luke Willson sits down with Caldwell, Kilbane and Wileman to dive into another disaster for Italy, and Canada Soccer’s viral jersey swap event.
After Bosnia and Herzegovina upset Italy in the UEFA World Cup playoffs, Kevin Kilbane, Steven Caldwell, Matthew Scianitti and Kristian Jack debate how it effects Canada’s hopes for the tournament. Plus a look at how all the key battle’s played out in this international window for Canada.
As a crucial March international window kicks off, Steven Caldwell, Kevin Kilbane and Luke Wileman debate all the biggest storylines for the Canadian Men’s national team. Plus, the trio dive into the World Cup playoffs, and Caldwell shows off his prized jersey collection.  
Canadian striker Cyle Larin joins the show to chat his start to life in Southampton, overcoming early season struggles, and the upcoming international window for Canada! Plus Steven Caldwell, Kevin Kilbane and Luke Wileman rate Canada’s new World Cup Jersey, and discuss England’s latest teenage phenom, Max Dowman.
German soccer expert Raphael Honigstein joins the show to discuss Germany’s World Cup chances, it’s new generation of stars, and Alphonso Davies upcoming return to Bayern Munich & Canada.  Plus Steven Caldwell, Kevin Kilbane & Luke Wileman discuss whether Alistair Johnston’s place could be in jeopardy at Celtic, Richie Laryea’s strong start to the MLS season, and Cyle Larin’s re-emergence as a candidate to start for Canada.
French soccer expert Julien Laurens joins the show for an in-depth look at the state of the  French national team just 100 days ahead of the World Cup & previews a stacked Group I. Plus, Caldwell,  Kilbane and Wileman continue the debate on Canada’s goalkeeping battle, and discuss FIFA’s proposed rule changes being trialed in the Canadian Premier League.  
How will injuries to Alphonso Davies and Promise David effect Canada’s World Cup hopes? Opening weekend in MLS  re-ignites Canada’s goalkeeper battle, Toronto FC splashes the cash once again, & does Ralph Priso have a shot at making the World Cup roster? Kevin Kilbane, Steven Caldwell and Luke Wileman discuss all that and more in the latest episode of Park the Bus.
Rick Westhead joins the show to talk Canada Soccer’s new deal, behind the scenes details of his high-profile soccer reporting, and the social media backlash that followed. Plus, Steven Caldwell, Luke Wileman and Kevin Kilbane discuss Thomas Tuchel’s new deal, the Kilbane derby (Ireland vs Canada) and our 2026 MLS season predictions!
Was Cyle Larin’s dream debut a sign of things to come? Why didn’t a Canadian MLS team sign Stephen Eustaquio? And is it time to worry about Canada’s lingering injury issues on the back-line? Steven Caldwell, and Luke Wileman debate that and much more in the latest episode of Park the Bus.
Is Cyle Larin’s latest transfer his last chance to make the 26 for 26? Would a move to MLS be good for Stephen Eustaquio? And is Ismael Kone finally on pace to reach his full potential? Steven Caldwell, Kevin Kilbane and Luke Wileman debate all the biggest questions in Canadian Soccer.
How are the Canadians getting on in Spain & what is La Liga life doing for their development with the national team?  Is the sky the limit for Lamine Yamal or is the spotlight becoming a distraction?  And can anyone stop La Roja this summer? Spanish football expert Graham Hunter joins the show to discuss all things Spain with Steven Caldwell & Kevin Kilbane.
Was Brahim Diaz’s penalty miss intentional? Steven Caldwell returns from Morocco to share his view from a wild AFCON final. Plus, will Kevin Kilbane standby his Promise David comparison to Erling Haaland? And is it time for Jesse Marsch to issue an ultimatum to Marcelo Flores? All that and more in a fiery episode of Park the Bus.
How will Ali Ahmed fit in the English Championship? Could Canada’s January camp be the key to Marcelo Flores World Cup hopes? And is $18 million too much for American international Josh Sargent? Luke Wileman, Kevin Kilbane and Steven Caldwell discuss all the biggest soccer stories from an action-packed January.
What will the biggest storylines for Canada be in 2026? How far will Canada go in the World Cup? What should Jesse Marsch’s New Years resolution be? Luke Wileman, Steven Caldwell and Kevin Kilbane kick off 2026 with a look ahead to a historic year for Canadian Soccer.
BEST OF PARK THE BUS

BEST OF PARK THE BUS

2026-01-0625:42

Steven Caldwell, Luke Wileman & Kevin Kilbane celebrate the holidays by looking back at the best interviews, conversations and hot-takes from the first 6 months of Park the Bus!
2025 Wrap up!

2025 Wrap up!

2025-12-2201:24:46

Who would have been Park the Bus’ Canadian men’s player of the year? Could Jonathan David’s struggle to adapt in Italy be the cause of his struggles at Juventus? And will a move to Miami lock Dayne St. Clair into a starting role for Canada? Kevin Kilbane, Steven Caldwell and Luke Wileman debate all that and more in the final episode of 2025!
Could Ismael Kone start for Italy? Cristiano Ronaldo isn’t a top 20 player of all-time? Is Granit Xhaka the best player in Canada’s World Cup group? Steven Caldwell, Kevin Kilbane and Luke Wileman are back with more controversial takes! Plus, the guys debate all the latest Canadian soccer stories, including Davies return, Cyle Larin’s status, and where Dayne St. Clair should play next! | Park The Bus Ep. 28
Can Canada win it’s World Cup group? What would a combined Canada-Italy best XI look like? And was Ali Ahmed’s exit, Vancouver’s downfall in MLS Cup? Steven Caldwell, Kevin Kilbane and Luke Wileman discuss a historic weekend in Canadian Soccer, as well as the increasing drama around Liverpool and Egypt star Mohamed Salah. | Park The Bus Ep. 27
It’s an all-Whitecaps special! Luke Wileman, Steven Caldwell, and Kevin Kilbane give an in-depth preview of the MLS Cup final between Vancouver and Miami, including who should start, they keys to winning, and their own predictions.#parkthebus
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw nearing, Steven Caldwell, Luke Wileman, and Kevin Kilbane do a test run to see what groups we could see, including a near best-case scenario for Canada! | Park The Bus Ep. 26
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