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World Cup: Tuchel, Konsa, Guéhi & Stones Ahead Of Argentina Jul 15, 2026

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England manager Thomas Tuchel, along with players Ezri Konsa, Marc Guéhi and John Stones, speak to John Murray ahead of England’s World Cup semi-final against Argentina. They discuss how England can exploit Argentina’s weaknesses while also dealing with the threat posed by Lionel Messi.

John is joined by former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson to assess how England are likely to set up and whether they have what it takes to overcome the reigning world champions.

2’18 - Start of Thomas Tuchel interview 2’38 - Tuchel on player availability & how they’ll get at Argentina 4’30 - Tuchel on Argentina bringing the best out in England 6’03 - How does Tuchel deal with pressure? 8’33 - Ezri Konsa interview 10’28 - Paul Robinson on who will play at right back 12’11 - Marc Guehi interview 13’16 - Guehi on the challenge of Messi & how much Guardiola referenced him 14’50 - John Stones on his journey for England at World Cups 17’40 - Stones on what he can take from winning the last two Euro’s semi-finals 20’08 - Paul Robinson on forward options 21’48 - Will Declan Rice play?

World Cup: Wayne Rooney On England v Argentina Jul 15, 2026

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Wayne Rooney joins Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith ahead of England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina.

He explains why Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane are so important to this England side, why he likes seeing Thomas Tuchel and Bellingham challenge each other, reflects on similar moments from his own career and even shares how musicals help him switch off before the biggest occasions.

Rooney also shares a brilliant story about pranking Sir Alex Ferguson alongside Cristiano Ronaldo.

Plus, Julien Laurens reacts after Spain knocked out France to reach the World Cup final and explains why they now look like the team to beat.

World Cup: Harry Kane on Tuchel's comments, Bellingham & Argentina Jul 14, 2026

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England captain Harry Kane speaks to BBC Sport ahead of England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina. He talks about the comments made by manager Thomas Tuchel after the quarter-final win against Norway, Jude Bellingham's response, his partnership with Bellingham and whether England can rewrite history and beat Argentina to reach the World Cup final.

0’25 - How he feels about being one game away from World Cup Final 0’52 - How does he assess England’s tournament so far? 1’45 - How were Tuchel’s comments post Norway received in the dressing room? 2’57 - Jude Bellingham’s response to Tuchel’s comments 5’00 - His partnership with Jude Bellingham 7’13 - What is Bellingham’s best position? 8’00 - Why he’s scored so many goals this season 10’41 - Can England rewrite history?

World Cup: The Pants Rule & The Semi-Finals Jul 14, 2026

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Ian Dennis was the very first guest on the podcast before the World Cup began, giving Rick and Lloyd some important advice before six weeks together in Los Angeles.

Now he's back to find out how much of it they actually followed. Did they stick to the infamous 'pants rule'? What happened with the bedroom arrangements? And after all those big tournament moments... how is Denno feeling about his upcoming World Cup semi?

Ian also looks ahead to all four semi-finalists, with France v Spain and England v Argentina on the horizon, before heading out to cover the biggest games of the tournament.

Plus, Reverend and the Makers frontman Jon McClure joins the pod to talk about how Silence Is Talking became the unofficial anthem for England fans.

World Cup: England Through & Miami Melts Lloyd Jul 12, 2026

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England are through to the World Cup semi-finals... and now Argentina await.

Rick Edwards is joined by John Murray to reflect on England's quarter-final victory over Norway, the performance that booked their place in the semis and why Rick wanted a showdown with Argentina instead of Switzerland.

Lloyd Griffith also joins from Miami after experiencing the match as a fan, giving his take on England's performance, the incredible atmosphere inside the stadium, the relentless heat and what one USA supporter shouted at him during the game.

Can England take one more step towards the World Cup final?

World Cup: Thomas Tuchel & Harry Kane Ahead of Norway Jul 11, 2026

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England manager Thomas Tuchel and captain Harry Kane speak to John Murray ahead of England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway. Tuchel says England still have "another gear" to find, while Kane explains why the squad's experience could be key to reaching the semi-finals.

John is also joined by former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson to assess England's chances, compare Kane v Haaland, and discuss why England may have the stronger all-round team.

0’43 - Paul Robinson looking ahead to Norway 2’39 - Thomas Tuchel interview 3’16 - How do England make their knockout stage experience count? 3’59 - Tuchel on how England still have another gear and not yet at same level as in qualifying 5’08 - Tuchel on how he can make a difference at this stage of a tournament 6’16 - Paul Robinson on England players with competitive experience at this stage 7’47 - Harry Kane on the high of Mexico win 9’12 - Kane on the experience of being at these tournaments 9’51 - Kane v Haaland 11’48 - Paul Robinson on Harry Kane being a ‘superhero character’

World Cup: Spain To Face France & Messi's Email Jul 11, 2026

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Spain are through to a mouthwatering World Cup semi-final against France.

Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith are joined by Guillem Balague and Stephen Warnock after watching Spain's win over Belgium in LA to discuss why Spain keep finding a way to win, whether Lamine Yamal has reached the heights everyone expected and why France now awaits in one of the ties of the tournament.

The boys also look ahead to England's quarter-final against Norway, with all eyes on the battle between Harry Kane and Erling Haaland.

Plus, Guillem casually reveals he has Lionel Messi's email address... and even gives Rick and Lloyd a glimpse.

World Cup: England's Anthony Barry Ahead Of Norway Jul 10, 2026

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England Assistant Manager Anthony Barry speaks with our senior football reporter Ian Dennis ahead of their quarter-final match against Norway. He shares his thoughts on Jarell Quansah's two-match ban for his red card against Mexico and talks about the dynamic between him with Thomas Tuchel, the team spirit and what lies ahead with Norway.

0’11 – Thoughts on Jarrell Quansah suspension 0’46 – 20 years ago on from helping Accrington Stanley win National League 2’20 – The team spirit shown in Mexico and gaining focus for Norway 3’50 – The brotherhood within the England team & preparing to go all the way 6’18 – The dynamic between him and Thomas Tuchel 8’39 – The challenge of Norway that lies ahead and similarities to England 10’06 – Do they dare to dream at this point?

World Cup: France Look Unstoppable & A Nun's Discount Jul 10, 2026

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France are through to the World Cup semi-finals... but is there anyone left who can stop them?

Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith are joined by Alistair Bruce-Ball after commentating on France's win over Morocco to break down another dominant display, Kylian Mbappé's penalty miss and the fascinating debate around stuttering versus non-stuttering run-ups from the penalty spot.

Plus, Lloyd takes in some of LA's cathedrals where an unexpected encounter with a nun leaves him baffled, the boys discover the local Mexican food might be a little too spicy for them, and yesterday's Norwegian delicacies make an unexpected return.

World Cup: The Commentators' View Special 2.0 Jul 09, 2026

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John Murray, Ian Dennis and Ali Bruce-Ball catch up ahead of the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals. John reflects on another amazing experience at the Azteca where he witnessed England grind out a 3-2 win over Mexico to reach the quarter-finals. Ian tells us what it was like being at the 'match of the tournament' - Argentina v Cape Verde. And has Ali possibly just eaten the best bowl of pasta in his life? They're also joined by special guest engineer Rob as he lifts the curtain on how things work behind the scenes at stadiums on match day. Messages, questions and voicenotes welcome throughout the tournament on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk.

2’09 - The best bowl of pasta Ali has ever eaten? 3’25 - John being recognised far and wide 5’20 - England media day sausage rolls & interviewing Dan Burn 6’26 - John's reflections on England v Mexico 8’30 - Behind the scenes at the Azteca 10’13 - Seeing Jordan Henderson on a stretcher and interviewing Kane 12’31 - Ian witnessing Argentina v Cape Verde 16’19 - The performance of African teams at the World Cup 20’46 - Listener correspondence 23’41 - Engineer Rob talking microphones and behind the scenes 28'47 - Uncle Ian's advice to beer flying 30’58 - Unintended pub names 37’57 - John’s case of mistaken identity 39’37 - John’s tribute to Malcolm Wright 42’08 - How is Ian getting on with Chris Sutton?

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