Opinion
Why England struggle to control big games, unlike Spain
Mark Chapman, Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart and Micah Richards discuss why England cannot control big games, contrasting with World Cup finalists Spain.
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Matches
England's World Cup Dream Ends: Analysis and Reaction
England's World Cup campaign ended in heartbreak after a semi-final defeat to Argentina. Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith react to the loss, questioning Thomas Tuchel's decisions. ESPN's Mark Ogden and CBS' Nico Cantor provide analysis on the match and its implications.
Matches
Argentina capitalised on England's loss of concentration, say pundits
BBC Sport pundits Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart and Micah Richards analysed how Argentina took advantage after England lost focus in the World Cup semi-final in Atlanta.
Matches
Haaland Has Advantage Over Man City Teammates, Says Rooney
Wayne Rooney says Erling Haaland will have an advantage over his Manchester City teammates when England faces Norway. The match is previewed by BBC Sport pundits Micah Richards, Wayne Rooney, and Cesar Azpilicueta.
Players
Vieri: Haaland 'unbeatable in the box' as Norway face England
Christian Vieri praises Erling Haaland as 'unbeatable in the box' ahead of Norway's World Cup clash with England. The former Italy striker also discusses Argentina's enduring hunger and Lionel Messi's brilliance.
Matches
VAR Controversy Overshadows Argentina's Dramatic Comeback Against
Argentina staged a remarkable comeback from 2-0 down with 11 minutes remaining to beat Egypt 3-2, but the match was overshadowed by VAR controversy. BBC's Football Issues Correspondent Dale Johnson joins the podcast to dissect the decisions that denied Egypt a famous victory.
Matches
Kane and Bellingham: England's World Cup Wonderwall
Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham have scored 10 of England's 11 goals at the 2026 World Cup, accounting for 90.9% of the team's attacking output. Their partnership has been crucial in England's run to the quarter-finals, where they face Norway and Erling Haaland.
Opinion
David Villa on Spain's World Cup Chances and Playing with Messi
World Cup winner David Villa joins Football Daily to discuss Spain's 2-0 win over Austria, their World Cup prospects, playing with Lionel Messi, and the importance of Mikel Oyarzabal. The panel also analyzes Portugal's dramatic VAR-disallowed equalizer against Croatia.
News
Kimmich: Germany Deserved Elimination, Struggled Against
Joshua Kimmich said Germany deserved to be eliminated and struggled badly in all three matches against teams that aren't world-class.
Players
FIFA Power Rankings: Doku, Dembele, Rodri among biggest climbers
The FIFA Power Rankings, powered by Aramco, reveal the biggest movers after the World Cup group stage. Ousmane Dembele, Jude Bellingham, and Rodri are among those who climbed significantly in attacking, creativity, and defending categories.
Players
Guardado: Mexico aiming for best-ever World Cup finish
Andres Guardado, Mexico's most-capped World Cup player, says La Tri aim for their best-ever performance in 2026. He praises the electric atmosphere in Mexico, highlights key players like Quinones and Lira, and names France, Argentina, and Morocco as tournament favorites.
Players
Frenkie de Jong: Critics don't understand football
Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong has hit back at critics who claim he never plays forward passes, saying they don't understand football.
Matches
Pochettino's fluid midfield drives USA's World Cup success
Mauricio Pochettino's USA have adopted a fluid midfield approach that defies traditional formations, allowing players to roam freely and create mismatches. This tactic was key in their 4-1 win over Paraguay and will be tested against Australia on Friday.
Players
McCann: Final ball key for Scotland's Gannon-Doak
Former Scotland winger Neil McCann says improving his final ball could be the key for Ben Gannon-Doak to become an 'unbelievable talent'.
Players
Lawrence Shankland: The striker Scotland has been waiting for?
Lawrence Shankland's journey from Scottish fourth tier to World Cup squad highlights his rise as a key striker for Scotland. With a goal every 43 minutes for the national team, he has matured into a confident finisher, forming a potent partnership with Che Adams.
Predictions
Chris Sutton Predicts Opening Scores for 2026 World Cup Group Stage
BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton has released his score predictions for the first round of group games at the 2026 World Cup, offering early insights into potential outcomes.