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Turkey deny Austria and, oh hello, the Dutch have turned up Jul 03, 2024

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On today's Briefing - Austria vs Turkey was everything we expected it to be, the Dutch were much better than the Romanians hoped they were. The first knock out round ended in style. Plus - Colombia and Brazil entertained in the Copa America.

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Presenter: Iain Macintosh

With: Mike Zimmermann

Producer: Mike Zimmermann

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Ronaldo weeps as Portugal sneak into last eight Jul 02, 2024

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On today's Briefing - Well, that was all a bit dramatic. Portugal go through, but how long can Cristiano Ronaldo remain undroppable? France are through too, but that game was rather less exciting. Plus - the future of US Soccer is in limbo.

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Presenter: Iain Macintosh

With: Mike Zimmermann

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Bellingham saves England Jul 01, 2024

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On today's Briefing - England was on the verge of elimination, but saved by Bellingham and Kane heroics. Plus - the Georgian Cinderella story is over. And - What happened in the Copa?

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Italy exit Euro 2024 Jun 30, 2024

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On today's Briefing - Defending champions Italy were eliminated by Switzerland in the Round of 16. Plus - Germany tops Denmark to advance to the quarter finals. And - What happened in the Copa?

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Brazil bounce back Jun 29, 2024

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On today's Briefing - Brazil and Colombia push for their places in the quarterfinals of the Copa America. Plus - Who has been the best passing team at the Euros? And - Germany gets a big injury boost.

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USA's Copa America hopes in the balance Jun 28, 2024

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On today's Briefing - The USA were in action in the Copa America. Are they on their way to the quarterfinals? Plus, Kevin De Bruyne speaks out about the Belgian fans and support.

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Presenter: Iain Macintosh

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We're all Georgians now Jun 27, 2024

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On today's Briefing - Are Georgia your new second favourite team? Or perhaps your first favourite team, if your nation of birth has been letting you down. They beat Portugal and beat them well, watch out for them in the next round. They'll be joined by Romania, Belgium and Slovakia, though they were far less fun. Plus, what happened in the Copa America last night?

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Presenter: Iain Macintosh

With: Mike Zimmermann and Guy Clarke

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England: Less than fun. Jun 26, 2024

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On today's Briefing - England are through as group winners, but not exactly in style. So too our Austria, and they really have been excellent. Will this get better? By thunder, I hope so. Plus, what happened in the Copa America and where is Mary Earps off too?

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Presenter: Iain Macintosh

With: Mike Zimmermann and Guy Clarke

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Italy's great escape! Jun 25, 2024

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On today's Briefing - How did they get away with that? Italy were seconds from a very nervous week, but a last gasp goal sends them through, quite possibly at the expense of Luka Modric's Croatia. Elsewhere, Spain's B Team eliminate Albania.

Plus, Brazil and Colombia were in action in the Copa America.

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Presenter: Iain Macintosh

With: Mike Zimmermann and Guy Clarke

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Heartbreak for Scotland and a fright for Germany Jun 24, 2024

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On today's Briefing - Germany very nearly slipped up and lost their grip on the top spot. Guy Clarke was watching. Meanwhile Scotland fell short once again, exiting yet another tournament in the first round. VAR...urgh...what is it good for? Absolutely nothing, it seems.

Plus, the USA were in action in the Copa America.

Who's your favourite unheralded player so far? Let us know. Post a comment on the app, send Iain an email (imacintosh@theathletic.com) or write a review on Apple!

Presenter: Iain Macintosh

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