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World Cup: César Azpilicueta on Yamal, Deschamps & Tuchel Jun 29, 2026

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Former Chelsea and Spain captain César Azpilicueta talks to Steve Crossman about playing with a young Lamine Yamal, his time at Chelsea with Reece James and Thomas Tuchel, and his early years at Marseille working under Didier Deschamps.

TIMECODES: 05:21 – Working with Didier Deschamps at Marseille 12:45 – Lamine Yamal 21:08 – Reece James 23:57 – Thomas Tuchel

World Cup: Steve Clarke Goes & England Get The Job Done Jun 28, 2026

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Steve Clarke has resigned as Scotland manager following their World Cup exit, with Eilidh Barbour joining Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith to react to the news and assess what went wrong for Scotland.

England are through to the last 32 after a 2-0 win over Panama. Paul Robinson joins from the stadium to break down another slightly underwhelming performance, with Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham again central to the result to get the job done.

The Athletic's Adam Crafton looks ahead to England’s knockout tie with DR Congo and runs through the standout fixtures from an exciting last 32 line-up.

Plus, Rick and Lloyd discuss the Nigerian goalkeeper who’s taken over everyone’s algorithms despite not being at the World Cup, and Lloyd shares a story from his time working in DR Congo on an old job.

World Cup: Tony Khan On The USA's World Cup Jun 27, 2026

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What could hosting the World Cup mean for football in the United States?

Rick Edwards is back from his backgammon adventures to join Lloyd Griffith as Fulham's owner, Tony Khan, shares his perspective on the tournament, discusses the legacy it could leave in the USA and gives an update on Fulham following Marco Silva's departure.

Guillem Balague joins to react to one of the biggest shocks of the World Cup as Cape Verde reach the knockout stages and Uruguay crash out.

Plus, France impress again, Ousmane Dembélé fires himself into the Golden Boot race with a hat-trick, and Rick and Lloyd relive their morning kickabout where Lloyd finally got on the scoresheet thanks to an assist from Rick.

World Cup: Ecuador Through & Rick's Playing Backgammon Jun 26, 2026

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Ecuador are through to the World Cup knockout stages for the first time in 20 years after a 2-1 win over Germany.

With Rick Edwards away at a backgammon competition, Betty Glover steps into to co-host alongside Lloyd Griffith to wrap up another dramatic day at the World Cup where calculators are out as Scotland's knockout hopes go down to the wire.

Mario Melchiot joins to reflect on Ecuador's historic victory, explain what makes the Azteca Stadium such a special place to play and looks ahead to the Netherlands' tasty last-32 tie with Morocco.

Plus, Betty shares her first impressions of World Cup life in Los Angeles.

NYC Mayor Mamdani on hosting the World Cup, USMNT & Andy Burnham Jun 25, 2026

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Mark Chapman is joined by the Mayor of New York City Zohran Mamdani. They discuss the USA team's start to the World Cup, the experience for fans and the potential challenges of President Trump attending the World Cup final. They also speak about the impact New York Knicks' Championship win has had on the City.

He shares his thoughts on the newly elected Makerfield MP Andy Burnham and whether the skills of being a city mayor are transferrable into leading the country. And who knew the Mayor of New York City would have such a love for English cricket... and chess?

0’30 - His thoughts on how the USA national side have started the World Cup 1’50 - How the Knicks Championship win has changed New York City & how he priorities sport as a politician 6’48 - The honesty in the Knicks speech he gave 8’54 - Is he happy with how the World Cup is going from a fans perspective? 10’06 - His thoughts on transport prices 11’10 - Will New York benefit from having a World Cup? 12’54 - The potential challenges of President Trump attending the World Cup final 13’30 - Well wishes for Andy Burnham & whether the skills of being a city mayor can be transferred nationally 14’43 - His love for chess & English cricket

World Cup: The Commentators' View Special Jun 25, 2026

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John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball get together to chat for the first time at the FIFA World Cup. They reflect on their experiences covering matches at the tournament so far, from John's sausage bun in Boston to Ian going viral for his review of MetLife Stadium. Ali also discusses commentating on Lionel Messi’s record-breaking goal, which saw him become the highest goalscorer in World Cup history. Messages, questions and voicenotes welcome throughout the tournament on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk

1’52 - marks out of ten for the World Cup so far 2’20 - Ian being in New Jersey for the Knicks winning the Championship 4’04 - John’s experience at the Azteca 9’00 - Difficulty picking out the players in the big stadiums 10’03 - When Denno missed a substitution in the Atlanta stadium & going viral in America 13’00 - the atmosphere in the stadiums 15’24 - John’s sausage bun in Boston 19’20 - Commentating in stormy conditions 23’07 - Thoughts on England so far at the World Cup 26’38 - Who will start against Panama? 29’40 - Ian’s hack on getting to the Metlife stadium & Americanisms 34’25 - The best teams they’ve seen so far & keeping up to date 37’24 - Ali commentating on Messi’s record breaking World Cup goal 40’57 - Listeners correspondence 45’30 - Unintended pub names

World Cup: Kasper Schmeichel On Scotland's Chances Jun 25, 2026

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Scotland's World Cup hopes are looking more unlikely after defeat to Brazil, but is there still a way through?

Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith are joined by Kasper Schmeichel to assess Scotland's position and discuss the mindset needed when a tournament doesn't go according to plan.

The former Denmark goalkeeper explains how players recover from mistakes on the biggest stage, why the World Cup ball has become such a talking point among goalkeepers and what makes every goalkeeper different.

Lloyd also reveals to Kasper that he collects goalkeeper gloves, including several worn by Kasper's father, Peter Schmeichel.

Plus, Rick and Lloyd answer your questions on everything from Lloyd's singing and their gym sessions to their favourite game of the World Cup so far.

World Cup: England, Ronaldo & Humble Pie Jun 24, 2026

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England were held to a frustrating goalless draw by Ghana, but is there any reason to panic?

Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith are joined by Stephen Warnock to react to England's latest World Cup outing. Why did Thomas Tuchel's side struggle to break Ghana down, and what can they learn from facing a stubborn low block? The team also discuss a difficult night for Harry Kane and what the result means for England's hopes of topping the group.

Scotland have a huge clash coming up with Brazil and Eilidh Barbour joined to give the latest from Scotland camp and asks... can Scotland make history?

Plus, Rick and Lloyd are forced to eat their humble pie after Cristiano Ronaldo finally found his World Cup scoring touch with two goals for Portugal. And an innocent trip to the toilets takes an awkward turn when Lloyd's attempt at a prank goes badly wrong.

World Cup: Messi, Mbappe, Haaland & Jamie Foxx Jun 23, 2026

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Messi, Mbappé and Haaland all scored twice on a day dominated by the World Cup’s biggest stars.

Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith react to another record-breaking night for Lionel Messi, who became the tournament’s all-time leading goalscorer, and discuss what it means for his place in football history.

Julien Laurens joins to assess a huge day for the superstars, reflect on France’s dramatic win over Iraq and a 130-minute weather delay.

Kelly Somers brings the latest from England camp ahead of their meeting with Ghana in Boston.

Plus, Rick and Lloyd take on table tennis and Lloyd does a questionable Jamie Foxx impression.

World Cup: Lamine Yamal Lights Up Spain Jun 22, 2026

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Spain produced one of the performances of the World Cup so far as they swept aside Saudi Arabia 4-0, while Cape Verde continued their remarkable tournament with a shock draw against Uruguay.

Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith react to another big day at the World Cup and are joined by Elizabeth Conway from Atlanta, where she watched Spain's impressive victory and a standout display from Lamine Yamal. Will this be his tournament?

The team also discuss Cape Verde's latest giant-killing result and what it means for one of the World Cup's surprise packages.

Plus, Rick and Lloyd went to Belgium's match against Iran in Los Angeles alongside Dion Dublin and Conor McNamara, before comparing notes on how they spent their day off.

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