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Mark Chapman is joined by former Scotland captain Rachel Corsie, former England captain Steph Houghton and Chris Sutton out in Mexico City to preview the start of the 2026 World Cup.
Correspondent John Murray joins the show to discuss FIFA president Gianni Infantino's press conference addressing some of the off-field issues affecting the buildup to the tournament.
Scotland assistant coach Steven Naismith talks about how their squad has settled in the USA and former Aston Villa manager Dean Smith explains how he deals with the conditions now he's in charge at Charlotte FC in the MLS.
Cesar Azpilicueta gives his opinion on Spain's hopes of backing up their Euro 2024 victory - and talks about working with Thomas Tuchel at Chelsea.
And of course the panel get their crystal ball out - including Chris' much anticipated Austria v Jordan prediction!
You can hear coverage of every game during the World Cup on 5 Live and BBC Sounds.
Join Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith on Football Daily every morning from the USA, getting you closer to the biggest talking points at the World Cup 2026 â plus thereâs extra insight, big-name guests and interviews from inside the England and Scotland camps. Just search âFootballâ on BBC Sounds.
TIMECODES - 01:07 - John Murray breaks down FIFA president Gianni Infantino's press conference15:34 - The panel talk Scotland22:26 - Scotland assistant coach Steven Naismith28:27 - Charlotte FC manager Dean Smith42:41 - Cesar Azpilicueta on Spain's chances and Thomas Tuchel56:20 - Prediction time
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Mark Chapman is joined by Conor Coady, Chris Sutton and Adam Crafton as they discuss the changes to the rules at the FIFA World Cup 2026 with the BBCâs Football Issues Correspondent, Dale Johnson.
They delve into how players will be stopped from going to the technical area to talk to coaches when goalkeepers are injured and how VAR is being implemented at the tournament.
Timecodes: 0â20 - Why are changes made so close to the start of World Cup?1â40 - Substitutes and 60 seconds off the field for an injury 3â58 - FIFA banning goalkeeper tactical timeout and hydration breaks6â16 - 8 second countdown for a goal kick 8â20 - Are FIFA doing it because theyâre worried games will overrun? 9â10 - VAR changes and corners 13â50 - Players being treated whilst play continues
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Mark Chapman is joined by the Guardian's Jonathan Wilson to look back and reminisce on the magic of Mexico '86. The pair reflect on everything from the size of the goals, to Denmark's iconic kit and how Alex Ferguson led a Scotland side marred by tragedy. Scotland striker Graeme Sharp speaks both about the death of their manager Jock Stein, and how Scotland were drawn into the tournament's first 'Group of Death'. Jono Vernon-Powell, an England fan who witnessed Maradona's iconic 'Hand of God' in person, joins the pod to discuss that unforgettable match. Mark speaks to commentator Barry Davies about his commentary of Maradona's iconic 'Goal of the Century' too. And finally, Argentinian football writer Marcela Mora y Araujo joins the pod to discuss the Argentinian perspective of Maradona and their tournament win.
Timecodes:01:35 Mark & Jonathan reflect on goal sizes & shouting "Josimar!" on the school playground08:14 Scotland's Group of Death & the loss of Jock Stein22:02 Jono Vernon-Powell speaks about following England in Mexico30:04 Barry Davies on Maradona & his iconic goals39:30 Marcela Mora y Araujo on the Argentinian perspective of Mexico '86
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Mark Chapman is joined by ESPN's Julien Laurens, Conor Coady and Chris Sutton on this week's Monday Night Club. The team ask what the point is in pre-tournament friendlies; are they a waste of time, or are they valuable preparation for the World Cup? Senior Reporter Ian Dennis joins to discuss what Thomas Tuchel will have learned from England's 1-0 win over New Zealand, what role Jude Bellingham could play and whether Morgan Rogers could start ahead of him? Will there be such a thing as a '10' for England, and will it be Marcus Rashford or Anthony Gordon on the left?
Scotland reporter Jane Lewis joins the pod as we hear from John McGinn, speaking less than a week out from Scotland's opener against Haiti. The team discuss Scotland's positive preparations in their warm-up friendlies, as well as what their approach should be in the opening game. Should they go on the aggressive to score as many goals as possible before facing Brazil and Morocco?
And finally, Spanish football expert Guillem Balague joins MNC to discuss Florentino Perez being re-elected as Real Madrid President, as well as the fitness of Lamine Yamal ahead of Spain's opening match against Cape Verde.
Timecodes:01:35 How important are pre-tournament friendlies?10:48 Tuchel's 15 "starters" & will Bellingham be one of the eleven?26:00 Are England 'over-reliant' on Harry Kane?32:13 England's leadership group36:19 McGinn on Scotland's positive World Cup preparations42:38 Do Scotland have to "go for it" against Haiti?51:52 Guillem Balague on Perez' presidential victory & Yamal's fitness
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The last time the World Cup was on North American soil in 1994, many football fans were sceptical. But it planted the seed of Americaâs soccer culture today, and it has lived long in the memory of two nations in particular.
Rick Edwards is joined by Brazil fan Edson and two Ireland fans - Rodney and Phelim - who all travelled to the United States. They describe a sometimes underwhelming atmosphere gripped by the stifling heat, but punctuated with unforgettable moments for their teams.
02:20 - Expectations of the US 1994 World Cup05:00 - The lack of a âsoccer cultureâ8:10 - Edson growing up watching Brazil 10:07 - Ireland coming up against Roberto Baggioâs Italy16:35 - The excruciating heat18:40 - John Aldridgeâs famous outburst20:40 - Why things ended in disappointment for the Irish22:50 - An unconventional Brazil team25:20 - Brazil vs Netherlands27:10 - Phelim and Rodney causing chaos in Fort Lauderdale29:15 - Brazil and Ireland welcomed home32:30 - The significance of the 1994 World Cup for both nations
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England and Scotland acclimatise to conditions in the US ahead of the World Cup.Gordon Smart is joined by Ian Dennis and Stephen Warnock in Tampa and Kenny Crawford and Kris Boyd, who watched Scotland beat Bolivia. TIME CODES: 0:24 England win, but it was more like a training session3:20 How long will it take to adapt to the heat?6:51 Scotland's 4 goal first half8:27 Former Scotland striker Kris Boyd praises the individual performances for Scotland11:19 Harry Kane reacts after his 79th England goal15:44 Thomas Tuchel tells us what he liked about England's win20:49 Che Adams speaks after scoring twice for Scotland21:59 Lawrence Shankland talks about his performance for Scotland23:22 Has Steve Clarke found his striker partnership for the World Cup?26:40 Have we learned much about England?
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Russia 2018 was the World Cup that changed everything for England. In one summer alone, the mood changed, the pressure lifted, and arguably for the first time since Euro 1996, the fans fell in love with the England menâs national team once more. To look back on that time, Rick Edwards is joined by Ceylon, Seb and Dan, who were swept along by it â so much so, that two of them ended up in Moscow for that fateful semi-final. They share their stories and emotions from a truly special summer.
01:46 - Pre-tournament expectations for the 2018 World Cup06:30 - A new relationship with the England team12:08 - England hitting Panama for six15:20 - The Colombia game and Englandâs first shootout victory at a World Cup17:55 - What Gareth Southgate got so right in those early years22:36 - Seb and Danâs journey to the semi-final27:30 - How the semi-final vs Croatia unfolded30:40 - The feeling after Englandâs defeat33:53 - A new relationship with Englishness39:40 - The legacy of this World Cup
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Katie Smith is joined by former England midfielder Fran Kirby and, Vicki Sparks as they react to Englandâs Lionesses' 4-0 World Cup Qualifying defeat to Spain in Mallorca. Sarina Wiegmanâs side did have the chance to qualify for next summerâs World Cup in Brazil this evening, but a poor performance means they have a mountain to climb against Ukraine on Tuesday.
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00:00 Intro00:25 How England can now qualify.02:00 A dismal performance06:00 Spain shine08:30 What next for England?10:00 Sarina Wiegman12:45 Keira Walsh
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John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball answer listener questions ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026. From preparing for foreign player pronunciations, to the matches theyâre most looking forward to. And from logistical travel arrangements to their favourite national anthems. Messages, questions and voicenotes welcome throughout the tournament on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369 & emails to [email protected].uk
00:30 John prepares for Mexico,03:00 International commentary styles,07:25 Preparing for player pronunciations,16:40 First World Cup memories,21:30 Is World Cup prep different?30:45 Which matches are they most excited for?34:00 Which cities are they most excited to visit?36:55 Favourite national anthems & fanbases,40:50 Thoughts on sharing commentaries,42:40 Will the commentators be working in teams?48:00 What does a rare summer off look like?50:20 Will there be a World Cup TCV?
5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries:Fri 2000 Spain v England in Womenâs World Cup qualifying,Sat 2100 England v New Zealand in friendly,Tue 2000 England v Ukraine in Womenâs World Cup qualifying,Thu 2000 Mexico v South Africa,Fri 0300 South Korea v Czech Republic,Fri 2000 Canada v Bosnia & Herzegovina.
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Weâve got together with Americast and Newscast for three special episodes on what could be the most political World Cup ever. How much will Donald Trump make it about him? Will the US-Iran war affect the tournament? And why are tickets so expensive? Our own John Murray, Newscast's Adam Fleming, and Americast's Marianna Spring and Anthony Zurcher tell you everything you need to know about whatâs going on off the pitch. In this episode we look at why the US, Canada, and Mexico were picked as hosts, and whoâs benefiting from the Trump-Infantino bromance. Parts 2 and 3 are in the Newscast and Americast feeds on BBC Sounds. Listen to Newscast here: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/series/p05299nl Listen to Americast here: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p07h19zz
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Kelly Cates, Pat Nevin and Roddy Forsyth take a trip down memory lane to reflect on Scotlandâs World Cup tournaments of the past and look at what it means to be a Scottish football fan, and the cultural significance of the tournament.
Former players Willie Miller, Alan Rough and Kevin Gallacher join the pod to chat about their experiences at a World Cup, and we canât talk about the finals without mentioning a World Cup song â and Scotland have had a fair few bangers over the years! So, Belle and Sebastian lead singer Stuart Murdoch pops by to tell the guys about writing this yearâs World Cup song, and the inspiration behind that too â and Del Amitri frontman Justin Currie comes on to tell us about writing the song for Scotlandâs 1998 tournament.
Timecodes:06:30 â Willie Miller.21:52 â Alan Rough.32:18 â Kevin Gallacher.51:00 - Stuart Murdoch.53:30 â Justin Currie.
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When England flew to Germany for the 2006 World Cup, expectations were at fever pitch for a star-studded team led by David Beckham. The so-called Golden Generation was ready to deliver. But it never happened â instead came a series of heartbreaks and disappointments that left the fanbase in despair.
Rick Edwards is joined by Sharon, Billy and Gary, three fans who probably suffered through more games than anyone else during the Golden Generation. They reflect on their incredible experiences at different tournaments, but also the growing sense of a team that felt further away from the fans than ever before.
02:24 - How optimistic were England fans going into the 2006 World Cup?04:31 - Sharon, Billy and Garyâs experiences on the ground in Germany11:10 - England meet Portugal in the quarter-finals again13:12 - Owen Hargreaves & underappreciated members of the Golden Generation17:30 - England at South Africa World Cup 201019:15 - Wayne Rooney hitting back at the fans & disconnection with the team25:03 - The end of the Golden Generation27:30 - Disaster at Brazil World Cup 201429:52 - Reflecting on this era32:55 - The beauty of following England on the road
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Ian Dennis is joined by former England defender Stephen Warnock, as well as BBC Sport Senior Football Correspondent Sami Mokbel, as England land in Florida ahead of the World Cup.
The team discuss the hot Florida conditions within England's camp at West Palm Beach, and how the heat might affect the squad. Then, we hear from players Ollie Watkins, Jordan Henderson and Kobbie Mainoo on everything from motivation, manifestation and how it feels to finally be in America ahead of the World Cup.
Timecodes:00:50 - Discussion about the hot Florida conditions & acclimatising to the weather09:16 - Jordan Henderson on his England career & what he brings to the squad19:42 - Ollie Watkins on missing out in March, getting called up & manifestation26:32 - Kobbie Mainoo on his qualities & what he's learned through the season
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In June 1998, Scotland kicked off the World Cup in Paris against the defending champions, Brazil. For the fans that were there, it was a day that they would never forget - and one thatâs become Scottish football folklore after years of heartbreak. Rick Edwards is joined by Gordon, Paul and Iain to hear about that halcyon summer following their team across France and what marked the end of an era.
02:18 - Remembering the Scotland squad that qualified for the 1998 World Cup05:10 - Being in the Tartan Army throughout the 70s, 80s & 90s10:00 - Tartan Armies in other countries13:37 - Scotland face Brazil in the opening game17:30 - Iain âborrowingâ the flag at Bannockburn20:00 - Kick-off in the Stade de France22:20 - That Tom Boyd own goal25:08 - Taking on Norway in Bordeaux27:45 - Disaster in the final game against Morocco30:05 - The end of an era for Scotland34:03 - Fond memories of France in 199837:04 - Looking ahead to World Cup 2026 for Scotland
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Mark Chapman is joined by Conor Coady, Chris Sutton and, Adam Crafton as they react to Arsenalâs Champions League final defeat to Paris Saint Germain. PSG won their second consecutive Champions League title after beating Arsenal on penalties. The panel dissect Arsenalâs setup throughout the game and, whether Arsenal need to change their approach. Why do people get so frustrated watching Arsenal? How will Gabriel missing the deciding penalty impact him? Does Luis Enriqueâs PSG need to be in the conversation with the great teams such as Pep Guardiolaâs Barcelona.
Is Andoni Iraola the right replacement for Arne Slot at Liverpool? Liverpool have opened talks with the former Bournemouth manager. The panel discuss how hard the step up to manage a âBig 6â club is. Slot spent two seasons at Anfield winning a Premier League title in his first season, so where did it all go wrong for the Dutchman?
And a number of rule changes have come in ahead of this summerâs World Cup. Our Football Issues Correspondent Dale Johnson joins the Monday Night Club to discuss them all.
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00:00 Intro00:30 Chris Sutton and Columbo02:34 The Champions League final10:00 Could Arsenal have approached the game better?12:30 Do Arsenal need more quality?14:40 Should Arteta change his style of play?17:30 Gabriel taking the deciding penalty19:30 PSG retain the Champions League23:40 Liverpool sack Arne Slot28:00 Did Mo Salah have an impact on Slotâs departure?30:00 Where it all went wrong for Slot31:10 Will Andoni Iraola be the right replacement39:40 The impact of character and personality at Liverpool43:00 World Cup rule changes52:00 New VAR checks
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Meet your Football Daily World Cup team. Rick Edwards and comedian Lloyd Griffith will be with you every day throughout the tournament from their base in Los Angeles, taking you along for the journey and bringing you closer to the biggest stories from this year's World Cup.
Before they head off, the pair are joined by commentator Ian Dennis to find out what tournament life is really like. How do you live and work together for six weeks? How do you cope with the heat, time zones and changing routines? And what do they need to know about each other before they board the plane?
With advice from a man who's covered major tournaments around the world, plus some revealing voice notes from their partners, Rick and Lloyd get ready for six weeks in the US together.
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No World Cup has left us with more iconic images than Italia â90. For England fans, it remains the tournament that truly got away, encapsulated by Paul Gascoigneâs tears in the semi-final against West Germany.
Rick Edwards is joined by Mark and Andy - two England fans who went to 1990 and never looked back, attending hundreds of England games ever since - and Neal, a Welshman who was swept up with the Tartan Army after arriving in Italy with no money and no plan. Together, they look back on the myths and the realities of the 1990 World Cup.
TIMECODES01:50 - The mythical quality of Italia â9004:00 - Anticipation around England08:50 - Why this was a unique World Cup on the ground for fans15:22 - Englandâs terrible group stage19:20 - England fans on Sardinia21:40 - Taking on Belgium and Cameroon27:10 - Englandâs famous night in Turin vs West Germany31:10 - Andyâs journey to the World Cup final34:02 - The enduring legacy of Italia 9040:50 - What changed from USA â94
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Reaction from Budapest as Premier League champions Arsenal are beaten by French title winners PSG, who become the first side to go back-to-back in the UEFA Champions League since Real Madrid.How remarkable is the job done by PSG boss Luis Enrique? Did Mikel Arteta get the gameplan right? What can Arsenal learn from this defeat?Analysis and discussion with former Arsenal defender Matt Upson, Premier League winner Chris Sutton, chief football correspondent John Murray, French football journalist Julien Laurens and Steve Crossman.
Timecodes:00:40 Marquinhosâ touching gesture to Gabriel after the missed penalty03:30 Arsenal dealing with a cruel defeat04:30 Did Arsenal give enough in this final?09:30 Are PSG now one of footballâs greatest club sides?14:40 Reaction from Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta â what has he told his players, how can Arsenal take the next step?16:17 What can Arsenal do to get closer to victory?
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Matt Upson, Chris Sutton, John Murray and Julien Laurens join Steve Crossman to react to Arne Slot being sacked by Liverpool. The panel discusses whether the decision is harsh after Slot won the club's 20th Premier League title in his first season, before performances on the pitch declined the next season, before discussing how the passing of Diogo Jota impacted the season, and whether current PSG manager Luis Enrique could take over.
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John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball look ahead to the UEFA Champions League Final. Also hear Johnâs sit-down interview with Gareth Southgate actor, Joseph Fiennes, from new BBC drama Dear England. And who will win the Clash of the Commentators title decider? Messages, questions and voicenotes welcome on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369 & emails to [email protected].uk
01:00 John in Budapest ahead of UCL Final,03:20 Ali back from Leipzig after Palace win Conference League,10:30 Ian prepares to cross the AtlanticâŠ12:20 PSG v Arsenal preview,20:45 Premier League final day reflections,22:40 Nuno stays at West Ham,24:50 Aliâs special treatment at Bournemouth,28:20 Interview with Gareth Southgate actor Joseph Fiennes,47:35 Cheesy pub name & more dogs into the TCV XI,52:50 Clash of the Commentators title decider!
5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries:Sat 1300 Scotland v Curaçao in Friendly,Sat 1700 PSG v Arsenal in UCL Final,Sun 1500 Brighton & Hove v Man City in Womenâs FA Cup Final.
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