Episode 112 - Dutch Total Football? Brazil's Joga Bonito?

Sivan John from The Bola Bola Show joins me as we take a deep dive through World Cup history, going all the way back to the 1930s, to discuss the best national teams in each era that never managed to win the tournament in their respective years. From early footballing pioneers to modern-day powerhouses, we break down iconic squads, unforgettable performances, and heartbreaking near-misses that still spark debate among football fans today. Which teams truly deserved to lift the trophy? Which ones came closest to rewriting history? Let’s revisit the greatness, the drama, and the what-ifs across every World Cup era.