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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 they’re 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 TCV@bbc.co.uk

00:30 John prepares for Mexi...

We’ve 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 what’s going on off the pitch. In this...

Kelly Cates, Pat Nevin and Roddy Forsyth take a trip down memory lane to reflect on Scotland’s 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 can’t talk about the finals without mentioning a World Cup song – and ...

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 – 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 Gold...

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...

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 that’s 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 squ...

Mark Chapman is joined by Conor Coady, Chris Sutton and, Adam Crafton as they react to Arsenal’s Champions League final defeat to Paris Saint Germain. PSG won their second consecutive Champions League title after beating Arsenal on penalties. The panel dissect Arsenal’s 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 decidin...

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 we...

No World Cup has left us with more iconic images than Italia ‘90. For England fans, it remains the tournament that truly got away, encapsulated by Paul Gascoigne’s 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 I...

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, chi...

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 ov...

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball look ahead to the UEFA Champions League Final. Also hear John’s 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 TCV@bbc.co.uk

01:00 John in Budapest ahead of UCL Final, 03:20 Ali back from Lei...

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague and Julien Laurens as the panel look ahead to PSG against Arsenal in the Champions League final. There's an in-depth analysis of both managers, Luis Enrique and Mikel Arteta. Plus, a closer look at two Ecuador international team mates who could play against each other in the final. Enrique's former assistant Jesus Casas is a special guest.

00:33 Steve Crossman sets the scene in Budapest 02...

Mark Chapman is with a jubilant Clinton Morrison as Crystal Palace win their third trophy in twelve months. Jean-Philippe Mateta scored the decisive goal as The Eagles beat Rayo Vallecano 1-0 in Leipzig to win the tournament.

Ex-England goalkeeper Paul Robinson and Alistair Bruce-Ball are in the stadium and describe the moment Dean Henderson lifts the trophy. The panel discuss what's next for Palace, will Oliver Glasner decide to st...

Hull City assistant Dean Holden joins Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff & Bromley boss Andy Woodman as they react to the EFL play-off finals. Plus hear from Steven Schumacher, Dave Challinor, Martin Paterson and Karl Robinson. Messages and voicenotes always welcome on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369.

01:15 How’s Bromley prep for League One going? 02:15 Hull City assistant Dean Holden joins the pod, 08:25 How Hull did it even with a transfer em...

Mark Chapman, Andros Townsend, Joe Hart and Rory Smith look at the fallout from West Ham’s relegation in the Premier League, and ask what is behind the club’s struggles. Football finance expert Rob Wilson discusses the potential financial impact on the club. The panel also looks at what comes next for Tottenham after successive 17th-placed finishes in the Premier League.

05:30 – West Ham’s lack of a strategy 13:00 – The atmosphere ...

Was it a case of too little too late for West Ham? Can Tottenham break the cycle of consecutive 17th place finishes next season under Roberto De Zerbi? And are we set for a period of Arsenal dominance at the top of the Premier League?

The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards joins Rick Edwards to discuss all of that and Sunderland’s remarkable return to the topflight, securing Europa League football next season.

Matt Jarvis joins us to talk abo...

Championship play-off final reaction as Hull City beat Middlesbrough with a 95th minute winner at Wembley to be promoted to the Premier League. Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff are joined by former Hull City Manager Phil Brown as they dissect the final and all the drama with Spygate leading up to the match.

Timecodes: 1’17 - Jobi & Phil reaction to Hull winning 2’23 - Did Boro go too early with the substitutes? 7’08 - Impact of Hull ...

Aaron Paul is joined by correspondent John Murray, Paul Robinson, Clinton Morrison and Don Hutchison as Pep Guardiola says goodbye to Manchester City and the Premier League. The team react to Pep's emotional goodbye statement, they reflect on his era-defining decade in English football, and Manchester City fan Emily Brobyn joins to give the fans' perspective on his departure. Spanish Football expert Guillem Balague also joins the p...