Make Football Great Again en Reach Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. We're bringing you expert insight, authentic flavour and just the right amount of chaos as we count down to the biggest party in football history. Come and join the journey. Let's Make Football Great Again! https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/c7744b82-faae-11f0-8405-8bd2832e657a/image/fa1d9d1bed3aa967b17560148e03873f.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress Make Football Great Again no episodic Reach plc Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. We're bringing you expert insight, authentic flavour and just the right amount of chaos as we count down to the biggest party in football history. Come and join the journey. Let's Make Football Great Again! Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters.


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]]> Reach plc podcasts@reachplc.com Will the Lions of Teranga ROAR at the 2026 World Cup? Senegal's striker problem and AFCON legacy Babacar Diarra, a French and African football expert/journalist, joins Harry Brent for the latest edition of our 48-Nation Roadmap for the 2026 World Cup. He discusses the chances of Senegal, who won the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on the pitch, but were later stripped of the title. The Lions of Teranga briefly left the field in protest during the contentious final in January, and the Confederation of African Football (Caf) overturned the result of January's final. Senegal have lodged an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport. Diarra tells Harry about Senegal's striker problem, coming against the French, and their new rivalry with Morocco after the controversy around AFCON. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:28:00 -0000 Will the Lions of Teranga ROAR at the 2026 World Cup? Senegal's striker problem and AFCON legacy full Reach plc Babacar Diarra, a French and African football expert/journalist, joins Harry Brent for the latest edition of our 48-Nation Roadmap for the 2026 World Cup. Babacar Diarra, a French and African football expert/journalist, joins Harry Brent for the latest edition of our 48-Nation Roadmap for the 2026 World Cup. He discusses the chances of Senegal, who won the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on the pitch, but were later stripped of the title. The Lions of Teranga briefly left the field in protest during the contentious final in January, and the Confederation of African Football (Caf) overturned the result of January's final. Senegal have lodged an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport. Diarra tells Harry about Senegal's striker problem, coming against the French, and their new rivalry with Morocco after the controversy around AFCON. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Babacar Diarra, a French and African football expert/journalist, joins Harry Brent for the latest edition of our 48-Nation Roadmap for the 2026 World Cup. He discusses the chances of Senegal, who won the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on the pitch, but were later stripped of the title. The Lions of Teranga briefly left the field in protest during the contentious final in January, and the Confederation of African Football (Caf) overturned the result of January's final. Senegal have lodged an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport. Diarra tells Harry about Senegal's striker problem, coming against the French, and their new rivalry with Morocco after the controversy around AFCON.

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]]> 2509 no BOWEN could start ahead of SAKA?! Eze is UNDROPPABLE and how many players will Tuchel have left?! John Cross joins Harry Brent for another edition of our Player Ratings series, asking who will be on the plane to the 2026 World Cup, and who will be on their holidays? John and Harry discuss Thomas Tuchel's dwindling choices for the England squad, and react to the weekend's Premier League and FA Cup games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:26:00 -0000 BOWEN could start ahead of SAKA?! Eze is UNDROPPABLE and how many players will Tuchel have left?! full Reach plc John and Harry discuss Thomas Tuchel's dwindling choices for the England squad, and react to the weekend's Premier League and FA Cup games. John Cross joins Harry Brent for another edition of our Player Ratings series, asking who will be on the plane to the 2026 World Cup, and who will be on their holidays? John and Harry discuss Thomas Tuchel's dwindling choices for the England squad, and react to the weekend's Premier League and FA Cup games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices John Cross joins Harry Brent for another edition of our Player Ratings series, asking who will be on the plane to the 2026 World Cup, and who will be on their holidays?


John and Harry discuss Thomas Tuchel's dwindling choices for the England squad, and react to the weekend's Premier League and FA Cup games.

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]]> 2632 no "It's all about WINNING": can Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil win the 2026 World Cup? Jon Cotterill, South American football expert, commentator and scout, joins Harry Brent to discuss Brazil in our 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup. He discusses the Brazilian greats, the humiliation against Germany in 2014, and how Carlo Ancelotti's side could fare in this summer's tournament. You can order Jon's books here: Anatomy of a football scout: An in-depth look at player recruitment: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Anatomy-football-scout-depth-recruitment/dp/6500322711 Scouts’ Stories: A Life in the Shadows (Anatomy of a Football Scout): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Scouts-Stories-Shadows-Anatomy-Football/dp/B0FL13YG6B Brazil in the World Cup: the story of the Seleção on football’s greatest stage (Anatomy of a Football Scout): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Brazil-World-Cup-footballs-greatest-ebook/dp/B0DKVBDX3Q Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Sun, 26 Apr 2026 13:31:00 -0000 "It's all about WINNING": can Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil win the 2026 World Cup? full Reach plc Jon Cotterill, South American football expert, commentator and scout, joins Harry Brent to discuss Brazil in our 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup. Jon Cotterill, South American football expert, commentator and scout, joins Harry Brent to discuss Brazil in our 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup. He discusses the Brazilian greats, the humiliation against Germany in 2014, and how Carlo Ancelotti's side could fare in this summer's tournament. You can order Jon's books here: Anatomy of a football scout: An in-depth look at player recruitment: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Anatomy-football-scout-depth-recruitment/dp/6500322711 Scouts’ Stories: A Life in the Shadows (Anatomy of a Football Scout): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Scouts-Stories-Shadows-Anatomy-Football/dp/B0FL13YG6B Brazil in the World Cup: the story of the Seleção on football’s greatest stage (Anatomy of a Football Scout): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Brazil-World-Cup-footballs-greatest-ebook/dp/B0DKVBDX3Q Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Jon Cotterill, South American football expert, commentator and scout, joins Harry Brent to discuss Brazil in our 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup. He discusses the Brazilian greats, the humiliation against Germany in 2014, and how Carlo Ancelotti's side could fare in this summer's tournament. You can order Jon's books here: Anatomy of a football scout: An in-depth look at player recruitment: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Anatomy-football-scout-depth-recruitment/dp/6500322711 Scouts’ Stories: A Life in the Shadows (Anatomy of a Football Scout): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Scouts-Stories-Shadows-Anatomy-Football/dp/B0FL13YG6B Brazil in the World Cup: the story of the Seleção on football’s greatest stage (Anatomy of a Football Scout): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Brazil-World-Cup-footballs-greatest-ebook/dp/B0DKVBDX3Q

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]]> 2328 no De Jong, Gravenberch and Reijnders: the BEST midfield at the 2026 World Cup? Harry Brent is joined by Dutch football expert Michael Statham to discuss the Netherlands' chances at the 2026 World Cup. Michael is frank with his assessment of Ronald Koeman, as well as the expectations for the Netherlands this summer. He also shares his thoughts on the embarrassment of riches in the midfield for Oranje. https://x.com/EredivisieMikehttps://www.football-oranje.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:41:00 -0000 De Jong, Gravenberch and Reijnders: the BEST midfield at the 2026 World Cup? full Reach plc Harry Brent is joined by Dutch football expert Michael Statham to discuss the Netherlands' chances at the 2026 World Cup. Harry Brent is joined by Dutch football expert Michael Statham to discuss the Netherlands' chances at the 2026 World Cup. Michael is frank with his assessment of Ronald Koeman, as well as the expectations for the Netherlands this summer. He also shares his thoughts on the embarrassment of riches in the midfield for Oranje. https://x.com/EredivisieMikehttps://www.football-oranje.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Harry Brent is joined by Dutch football expert Michael Statham to discuss the Netherlands' chances at the 2026 World Cup. Michael is frank with his assessment of Ronald Koeman, as well as the expectations for the Netherlands this summer. He also shares his thoughts on the embarrassment of riches in the midfield for Oranje. https://x.com/EredivisieMikehttps://www.football-oranje.com/

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]]> 1952 no PROMISING signs from O'REILLY, Eze on the Plane? and Premier League CHAOS reviewed... Harry and John break down this week's Premier League action, along with John's latest player ratings for those who are on the plane and those who can book their holidays. Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:57:00 -0000 full Reach plc Harry and John break down this week's Premier League action, along with John's latest player ratings for those who are on the plane and those who can book their holidays. Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Harry and John break down this week's Premier League action, along with John's latest player ratings for those who are on the plane and those who can book their holidays. Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters.

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]]> 2433 no South Africa World Cup 2026 Preview 🇿🇦 | Melissa Reddy on Bafana’s Chances, History & Rising Stars 💫 South Africa head to the 2026 World Cup with renewed belief — but can Bafana Bafana make history? In this episode of Make Football Great Again, host Harry Brent is joined by renowned journalist Melissa Reddy to break down everything you need to know about South Africa ahead of the tournament. From the legacy of the 1996 AFCON triumph to the cultural power of football across the country, we explore what makes South African football so unique — and why this World Cup means so much. We also dive into: The team’s tactical identity under Hugo Broos Key players like Lyle Foster The challenges of their World Cup group Whether Bafana can finally reach the knockout stages Plus, a brilliant story about Nelson Mandela’s unexpected “psychological impact” on opponents 😂 You can follow Melissa on X: https://x.com/MelissaReddy_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:23:00 -0000 South Africa World Cup 2026 Preview 🇿🇦 | Melissa Reddy on Bafana’s Chances, History & Rising Stars 💫 full Reach plc South Africa head to the 2026 World Cup with renewed belief — but can Bafana Bafana make history? South Africa head to the 2026 World Cup with renewed belief — but can Bafana Bafana make history? In this episode of Make Football Great Again, host Harry Brent is joined by renowned journalist Melissa Reddy to break down everything you need to know about South Africa ahead of the tournament. From the legacy of the 1996 AFCON triumph to the cultural power of football across the country, we explore what makes South African football so unique — and why this World Cup means so much. We also dive into: The team’s tactical identity under Hugo Broos Key players like Lyle Foster The challenges of their World Cup group Whether Bafana can finally reach the knockout stages Plus, a brilliant story about Nelson Mandela’s unexpected “psychological impact” on opponents 😂 You can follow Melissa on X: https://x.com/MelissaReddy_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices South Africa head to the 2026 World Cup with renewed belief — but can Bafana Bafana make history? In this episode of Make Football Great Again, host Harry Brent is joined by renowned journalist Melissa Reddy to break down everything you need to know about South Africa ahead of the tournament. From the legacy of the 1996 AFCON triumph to the cultural power of football across the country, we explore what makes South African football so unique — and why this World Cup means so much. We also dive into:

  • The team’s tactical identity under Hugo Broos
  • Key players like Lyle Foster
  • The challenges of their World Cup group
  • Whether Bafana can finally reach the knockout stages Plus, a brilliant story about Nelson Mandela’s unexpected “psychological impact” on opponents 😂 You can follow Melissa on X: https://x.com/MelissaReddy_

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]]> 2126 no Is Granit Xhaka Switzerland’s GOAT? 🐐 & The World Cup Goalkeeper Who Hallucinated Mid-Match!🇨🇭 The "Engine Room" of Europe is ready for North America. 🇨🇭 Switzerland has never failed to make it out of the group stage in over a decade, but can they finally break their 88-year knockout drought? In this episode of Make Football Great Again, Harry Brent is joined by Swiss football expert Craig King to profile the "heartbeat" of the Nati: Granit Xhaka. We dive deep into: The Hallucinating Goalie: The wild true story from the 1954 World Cup. The Xhaka vs. Shaqiri Debate: Who is the true Swiss GOAT? Tactical Breakdown: How Murat Yakin turned a "second-tier" reputation into a giant-killing machine. 2026 Predictions The Breakout Star: Why you need to watch Johann Manzambi this summer. TIMESTAMPS: (0:00 - The "Heartbeat" of Switzerland (1:15) - One Truth, One Lie: The Hallucinating Goalie (4:15) - Switzerland’s 2026 Group & Permutations (5:50 )- Who is the Swiss Football GOAT? (10:00) - The Greatest Win: Sinking France at Euro 2020 (15:10) - Scouting Report: Premier League Stars to Watch (24:30) - The 2026 Breakout Player: Johann Manzambi (32:20) - Quickfire Predictions: Who wins the World Cup? JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Who is your favorite Swiss player to ever play in the Premier League? Let us know in the comments! #WorldCup2026 #Switzerland #GranitXhaka #SwissFootball #FootballPreview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:46:00 -0000 full Reach plc The "Engine Room" of Europe is ready for North America. 🇨🇭 Switzerland has never failed to make it out of the group stage in over a decade, but can they finally break their 88-year knockout drought? In this episode of Make Football Great Again, Harry Brent is joined by Swiss football expert Craig King to profile the "heartbeat" of the Nati: Granit Xhaka. We dive deep into: The Hallucinating Goalie: The wild true story from the 1954 World Cup. The Xhaka vs. Shaqiri Debate: Who is the true Swiss GOAT? Tactical Breakdown: How Murat Yakin turned a "second-tier" reputation into a giant-killing machine. 2026 Predictions The Breakout Star: Why you need to watch Johann Manzambi this summer. TIMESTAMPS: (0:00 - The "Heartbeat" of Switzerland (1:15) - One Truth, One Lie: The Hallucinating Goalie (4:15) - Switzerland’s 2026 Group & Permutations (5:50 )- Who is the Swiss Football GOAT? (10:00) - The Greatest Win: Sinking France at Euro 2020 (15:10) - Scouting Report: Premier League Stars to Watch (24:30) - The 2026 Breakout Player: Johann Manzambi (32:20) - Quickfire Predictions: Who wins the World Cup? JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Who is your favorite Swiss player to ever play in the Premier League? Let us know in the comments! #WorldCup2026 #Switzerland #GranitXhaka #SwissFootball #FootballPreview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices The "Engine Room" of Europe is ready for North America. 🇨🇭 Switzerland has never failed to make it out of the group stage in over a decade, but can they finally break their 88-year knockout drought? In this episode of Make Football Great Again, Harry Brent is joined by Swiss football expert Craig King to profile the "heartbeat" of the Nati: Granit Xhaka. We dive deep into: The Hallucinating Goalie: The wild true story from the 1954 World Cup. The Xhaka vs. Shaqiri Debate: Who is the true Swiss GOAT? Tactical Breakdown: How Murat Yakin turned a "second-tier" reputation into a giant-killing machine. 2026 Predictions The Breakout Star: Why you need to watch Johann Manzambi this summer. TIMESTAMPS: (0:00 - The "Heartbeat" of Switzerland (1:15) - One Truth, One Lie: The Hallucinating Goalie (4:15) - Switzerland’s 2026 Group & Permutations (5:50 )- Who is the Swiss Football GOAT? (10:00) - The Greatest Win: Sinking France at Euro 2020 (15:10) - Scouting Report: Premier League Stars to Watch (24:30) - The 2026 Breakout Player: Johann Manzambi (32:20) - Quickfire Predictions: Who wins the World Cup? JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Who is your favorite Swiss player to ever play in the Premier League? Let us know in the comments! #WorldCup2026 #Switzerland #GranitXhaka #SwissFootball #FootballPreview

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]]> 2378 no 'Generational talent' Phil Foden in TROUBLE?! 😬 England Squad Debate Heats Up Before World Cup 2026 After a substitute appearance against Liverpool, is Phil Foden at risk of missing out on England’s World Cup squad? In this episode of Make Football Great Again, we break down the latest England player ratings and the biggest talking points ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. 🔥 Topics covered: 📉 Foden’s dip in form at Manchester City — what does it mean for England? 🧤 James Trafford vs Dean Henderson — who should be England’s No.2? 🧱 Defensive standouts like Marc Guéhi and rising star Nico O'Reilly ✨ 🚨 Liverpool FC’s England drought — no players heading to the squad?! 😳 🎯 Cole Palmer, Eberechi Eze & the No.10 selection dilemma 🤯 🩺 Fatigue concerns around key players like Harry Kane and Declan Rice 😬 With just weeks to go before the World Cup, competition is fierce—and some big names could miss out. 💬 Who makes YOUR England squad? Let us know in the comments! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Sun, 05 Apr 2026 18:00:00 -0000 full Reach plc After a substitute appearance against Liverpool, is Phil Foden at risk of missing out on England’s World Cup squad? In this episode of Make Football Great Again, we break down the latest England player ratings and the biggest talking points ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. 🔥 Topics covered: 📉 Foden’s dip in form at Manchester City — what does it mean for England? 🧤 James Trafford vs Dean Henderson — who should be England’s No.2? 🧱 Defensive standouts like Marc Guéhi and rising star Nico O'Reilly ✨ 🚨 Liverpool FC’s England drought — no players heading to the squad?! 😳 🎯 Cole Palmer, Eberechi Eze & the No.10 selection dilemma 🤯 🩺 Fatigue concerns around key players like Harry Kane and Declan Rice 😬 With just weeks to go before the World Cup, competition is fierce—and some big names could miss out. 💬 Who makes YOUR England squad? Let us know in the comments! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices After a substitute appearance against Liverpool, is Phil Foden at risk of missing out on England’s World Cup squad? In this episode of Make Football Great Again, we break down the latest England player ratings and the biggest talking points ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. 🔥 Topics covered: 📉 Foden’s dip in form at Manchester City — what does it mean for England? 🧤 James Trafford vs Dean Henderson — who should be England’s No.2? 🧱 Defensive standouts like Marc Guéhi and rising star Nico O'Reilly ✨ 🚨 Liverpool FC’s England drought — no players heading to the squad?! 😳 🎯 Cole Palmer, Eberechi Eze & the No.10 selection dilemma 🤯 🩺 Fatigue concerns around key players like Harry Kane and Declan Rice 😬 With just weeks to go before the World Cup, competition is fierce—and some big names could miss out. 💬 Who makes YOUR England squad? Let us know in the comments!

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]]> 1406 no England in Trouble? Tuchel’s Warning Signs, Foden Under Fire & World Cup Squad Predictions England’s latest international break raises serious questions ahead of the 2026 World Cup. A disappointing 1-1 draw with Uruguay and a shock 1-0 defeat to Japan have left Thomas Tuchel with plenty to think about — from player fatigue to big-name underperformance. In this special reaction episode of Make Football Great Again, Harry Brent is joined by chief football writer John Cross to break down: 🚨 Why England might actually be in trouble 😴 The growing fatigue problem affecting key players 📉 Phil Foden’s worrying dip in form 📈 Marcus Rashford and Ben White making their case 🧠 Tuchel’s tactical dilemmas and squad balance issues ✈️ Full “On the Plane / Off the Plane” World Cup squad predictions 🌍 Plus: Italy OUT of the World Cup again — what’s going wrong? With just weeks to go until the tournament, are England contenders… or pretenders? 00:45 – England’s disappointing results recap 01:41 – Uruguay draw & Japan defeat reaction 02:10 – Should England fans be worried? 02:37 – Player fatigue concerns explained 05:02 – Biggest risers: Rashford, Hall, Ben White 06:58 – Biggest fallers: Phil Foden under pressure 08:56 – Foden vs Palmer dilemma 09:50 – Jude Bellingham situation explained 12:12 – Key takeaway: “No Kane, no chance” 13:34 – World Cup qualifiers recap 14:00 – Italy OUT again – problem for football? 15:25 – Squad predictions: Strikers 16:23 – Midfield & attacking picks 17:29 – Defence selections debate 18:57 – Goalkeepers & final squad calls 19:27 – Outro & World Cup series plug 👇 Let us know YOUR squad picks in the comments! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:58:00 -0000 full Reach plc England’s latest international break raises serious questions ahead of the 2026 World Cup. A disappointing 1-1 draw with Uruguay and a shock 1-0 defeat to Japan have left Thomas Tuchel with plenty to think about — from player fatigue to big-name underperformance. In this special reaction episode of Make Football Great Again, Harry Brent is joined by chief football writer John Cross to break down: 🚨 Why England might actually be in trouble 😴 The growing fatigue problem affecting key players 📉 Phil Foden’s worrying dip in form 📈 Marcus Rashford and Ben White making their case 🧠 Tuchel’s tactical dilemmas and squad balance issues ✈️ Full “On the Plane / Off the Plane” World Cup squad predictions 🌍 Plus: Italy OUT of the World Cup again — what’s going wrong? With just weeks to go until the tournament, are England contenders… or pretenders? 00:45 – England’s disappointing results recap 01:41 – Uruguay draw & Japan defeat reaction 02:10 – Should England fans be worried? 02:37 – Player fatigue concerns explained 05:02 – Biggest risers: Rashford, Hall, Ben White 06:58 – Biggest fallers: Phil Foden under pressure 08:56 – Foden vs Palmer dilemma 09:50 – Jude Bellingham situation explained 12:12 – Key takeaway: “No Kane, no chance” 13:34 – World Cup qualifiers recap 14:00 – Italy OUT again – problem for football? 15:25 – Squad predictions: Strikers 16:23 – Midfield & attacking picks 17:29 – Defence selections debate 18:57 – Goalkeepers & final squad calls 19:27 – Outro & World Cup series plug 👇 Let us know YOUR squad picks in the comments! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices England’s latest international break raises serious questions ahead of the 2026 World Cup.


A disappointing 1-1 draw with Uruguay and a shock 1-0 defeat to Japan have left Thomas Tuchel with plenty to think about — from player fatigue to big-name underperformance.


In this special reaction episode of Make Football Great Again, Harry Brent is joined by chief football writer John Cross to break down:


🚨 Why England might actually be in trouble

😴 The growing fatigue problem affecting key players

📉 Phil Foden’s worrying dip in form

📈 Marcus Rashford and Ben White making their case

🧠 Tuchel’s tactical dilemmas and squad balance issues

✈️ Full “On the Plane / Off the Plane” World Cup squad predictions

🌍 Plus: Italy OUT of the World Cup again — what’s going wrong?


With just weeks to go until the tournament, are England contenders… or pretenders?


00:45 – England’s disappointing results recap

01:41 – Uruguay draw & Japan defeat reaction

02:10 – Should England fans be worried?

02:37 – Player fatigue concerns explained

05:02 – Biggest risers: Rashford, Hall, Ben White

06:58 – Biggest fallers: Phil Foden under pressure

08:56 – Foden vs Palmer dilemma

09:50 – Jude Bellingham situation explained

12:12 – Key takeaway: “No Kane, no chance”

13:34 – World Cup qualifiers recap

14:00 – Italy OUT again – problem for football?

15:25 – Squad predictions: Strikers

16:23 – Midfield & attacking picks

17:29 – Defence selections debate

18:57 – Goalkeepers & final squad calls

19:27 – Outro & World Cup series plug


👇 Let us know YOUR squad picks in the comments!

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]]> 1296 no "2022 World Cup a MISSED OPPORTUNITY for England": Harry Kane's tears and Lionel Messi GOAT? Harry Brent is joined by John Cross and Andy Dunn to remember the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. They discuss the missed opportunity for England under Gareth Southgate, Harry Kane's leadership, and Ben White's tension with the coaching staff. In this final episode of our Untold Stories series, John and Andy discuss the incredible final between Argentina and France, and whether Lionel Messi can be described as the greatest of all time. Plus they reflect on the controversial decision to host the World Cup in Qatar – and how they covered it at the time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:51:00 -0000 "2022 World Cup a MISSED OPPORTUNITY for England": Harry Kane's tears and Lionel Messi GOAT? full Reach plc Harry Brent is joined by John Cross and Andy Dunn to remember the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Harry Brent is joined by John Cross and Andy Dunn to remember the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. They discuss the missed opportunity for England under Gareth Southgate, Harry Kane's leadership, and Ben White's tension with the coaching staff. In this final episode of our Untold Stories series, John and Andy discuss the incredible final between Argentina and France, and whether Lionel Messi can be described as the greatest of all time. Plus they reflect on the controversial decision to host the World Cup in Qatar – and how they covered it at the time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Harry Brent is joined by John Cross and Andy Dunn to remember the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. They discuss the missed opportunity for England under Gareth Southgate, Harry Kane's leadership, and Ben White's tension with the coaching staff. In this final episode of our Untold Stories series, John and Andy discuss the incredible final between Argentina and France, and whether Lionel Messi can be described as the greatest of all time. Plus they reflect on the controversial decision to host the World Cup in Qatar – and how they covered it at the time.

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]]> 2671 no Saka’s WORRYING Form… Kane for the Ballon d’Or?! 👀 | Tuchel Masterclass Should Saka's form worry Tuchel? and is Harry Kane the best classic No9 at this World Cup? In this episode of Make Football Great Again, we break down the latest domestic League results from across Europe and analyse the performances of England’s biggest stars playing within them. From standout displays to worrying form, we discuss whether the some players are going to peak or trough at this summers big party! ⚽ Topics covered in this episode: Domestic league cup results England players performing in Europe Premier League players getting a break Tuchel's clever exhibition Trents chances of a call up now Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:01:00 -0000 full Reach plc Should Saka's form worry Tuchel? and is Harry Kane the best classic No9 at this World Cup? In this episode of Make Football Great Again, we break down the latest domestic League results from across Europe and analyse the performances of England’s biggest stars playing within them. From standout displays to worrying form, we discuss whether the some players are going to peak or trough at this summers big party! ⚽ Topics covered in this episode: Domestic league cup results England players performing in Europe Premier League players getting a break Tuchel's clever exhibition Trents chances of a call up now Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Should Saka's form worry Tuchel? and is Harry Kane the best classic No9 at this World Cup? In this episode of Make Football Great Again, we break down the latest domestic League results from across Europe and analyse the performances of England’s biggest stars playing within them.

From standout displays to worrying form, we discuss whether the some players are going to peak or trough at this summers big party! ⚽ Topics covered in this episode:

Domestic league cup results England players performing in Europe Premier League players getting a break Tuchel's clever exhibition Trents chances of a call up now

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]]> 2398 no Alexander Arnold: BIGGEST MISS of a generation, has Tuchel MESSED UP already?! Direct from Wembley, John Cross shares his reaction to Thomas Tuchel's 35-man England squad with Jeremy Cross and Harry Brent. They discuss the snub of Trent Alexander-Arnold, surprise inclusions, and Tuchel's bold calls ahead of the 2026 World Cup. __ Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 20 Mar 2026 16:35:00 -0000 Alexander Arnold: BIGGEST MISS of a generation, has Tuchel MESSED UP already?! full Reach plc Direct from Wembley, John Cross shares his reaction to Thomas Tuchel's 35-man England squad with Jeremy Cross and Harry Brent. Direct from Wembley, John Cross shares his reaction to Thomas Tuchel's 35-man England squad with Jeremy Cross and Harry Brent. They discuss the snub of Trent Alexander-Arnold, surprise inclusions, and Tuchel's bold calls ahead of the 2026 World Cup. __ Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Direct from Wembley, John Cross shares his reaction to Thomas Tuchel's 35-man England squad with Jeremy Cross and Harry Brent. They discuss the snub of Trent Alexander-Arnold, surprise inclusions, and Tuchel's bold calls ahead of the 2026 World Cup. __ Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle

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]]> 1890 no Argentina – the 'nasty' holders who have a 'new role' for Lionel Messi Peter Coates, football writer, podcaster, and scout, joins Harry Brent on his Global Scouting Report to discuss World Cup holders Argentina. Peter, who is the editor of Golazo Argentino, tells Make Football Great Again about Lionel Messi's role in the 2026 World Cup, Argentina's GOATs, and whether Lionel Scaloni's men can retain the title. Peter Coates: https://x.com/Pedro_Coates Golazo Argentino: https://x.com/golazoargentino Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 20 Mar 2026 11:11:00 -0000 Argentina – the 'nasty' holders who have a 'new role' for Lionel Messi full Reach plc Peter Coates, football writer, podcaster, and scout, joins Harry Brent on his Global Scouting Report to discuss World Cup holders Argentina. Peter Coates, football writer, podcaster, and scout, joins Harry Brent on his Global Scouting Report to discuss World Cup holders Argentina. Peter, who is the editor of Golazo Argentino, tells Make Football Great Again about Lionel Messi's role in the 2026 World Cup, Argentina's GOATs, and whether Lionel Scaloni's men can retain the title. Peter Coates: https://x.com/Pedro_Coates Golazo Argentino: https://x.com/golazoargentino Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Peter Coates, football writer, podcaster, and scout, joins Harry Brent on his Global Scouting Report to discuss World Cup holders Argentina.

Peter, who is the editor of Golazo Argentino, tells Make Football Great Again about Lionel Messi's role in the 2026 World Cup, Argentina's GOATs, and whether Lionel Scaloni's men can retain the title.

Peter Coates: https://x.com/Pedro_Coates

Golazo Argentino: https://x.com/golazoargentino

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]]> 2394 no Are Premier League Players OVERWORKED? | England World Cup Problem Are Premier League players being overworked… and could it hurt England at the next World Cup? In this episode of Make Football Great Again, we break down the latest Champions League results and analyse the performances of England’s biggest stars playing across Europe. From standout displays to worrying signs of fatigue, we discuss whether the intense schedule in the Premier League is pushing players too far. ⚽ Topics covered in this episode: Champions League reactions and key performances England players performing in Europe Premier League fixture congestion Are players being overworked? Young stars in the making What it means for England’s World Cup chances 💬 Let us know your thoughts in the comments: Are Premier League players playing too many games, or is it just part of modern football? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:11:00 -0000 Are Premier League Players OVERWORKED? | England World Cup Problem full Reach plc From standout displays to worrying signs of fatigue, we discuss whether the intense schedule in the Premier League is pushing players too far. Are Premier League players being overworked… and could it hurt England at the next World Cup? In this episode of Make Football Great Again, we break down the latest Champions League results and analyse the performances of England’s biggest stars playing across Europe. From standout displays to worrying signs of fatigue, we discuss whether the intense schedule in the Premier League is pushing players too far. ⚽ Topics covered in this episode: Champions League reactions and key performances England players performing in Europe Premier League fixture congestion Are players being overworked? Young stars in the making What it means for England’s World Cup chances 💬 Let us know your thoughts in the comments: Are Premier League players playing too many games, or is it just part of modern football? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Are Premier League players being overworked… and could it hurt England at the next World Cup?


In this episode of Make Football Great Again, we break down the latest Champions League results and analyse the performances of England’s biggest stars playing across Europe.


From standout displays to worrying signs of fatigue, we discuss whether the intense schedule in the Premier League is pushing players too far.


⚽ Topics covered in this episode:

  • Champions League reactions and key performances
  • England players performing in Europe
  • Premier League fixture congestion
  • Are players being overworked?
  • Young stars in the making
  • What it means for England’s World Cup chances

💬 Let us know your thoughts in the comments:


Are Premier League players playing too many games, or is it just part of modern football?

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]]> 2278 no "England were 45 minutes away from a World Cup final": Untold Stories from 2018 World Cup Andy Dunn and John Cross share their memories from the 2018 World Cup in Russia, which saw "feel good" England under Gareth Southgate unexpectedly reach the semi-finals. They tell Harry Brent about the goodwill between the England camp and the media, the surprise stars in Russia, and whether the Three Lions could have defeated France if they had made it to the final. From Slabhead to Darts, penalty shootouts to heartbreak, these are the Untold Stories from the 2018 World Cup. __ Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:51:00 -0000 "England were 45 minutes away from a World Cup final": Untold Stories from 2018 World Cup full Reach plc Andy Dunn and John Cross share their memories from the 2018 World Cup in Russia, which saw "feel good" England under Gareth Southgate unexpectedly reach the semi-finals. Andy Dunn and John Cross share their memories from the 2018 World Cup in Russia, which saw "feel good" England under Gareth Southgate unexpectedly reach the semi-finals. They tell Harry Brent about the goodwill between the England camp and the media, the surprise stars in Russia, and whether the Three Lions could have defeated France if they had made it to the final. From Slabhead to Darts, penalty shootouts to heartbreak, these are the Untold Stories from the 2018 World Cup. __ Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Andy Dunn and John Cross share their memories from the 2018 World Cup in Russia, which saw "feel good" England under Gareth Southgate unexpectedly reach the semi-finals. They tell Harry Brent about the goodwill between the England camp and the media, the surprise stars in Russia, and whether the Three Lions could have defeated France if they had made it to the final. From Slabhead to Darts, penalty shootouts to heartbreak, these are the Untold Stories from the 2018 World Cup. __ Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle

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]]> 2643 no "It all went HORRIBLY WRONG and HORRIBLY QUICKLY": Untold Stories from 2014 World Cup Harry Brent is joined by John Cross and Jeremy Cross (not related) for another edition of our Untold Stories series. This time, we travel back to Brazil in 2014. John and Jeremy remember England going into "meltdown" in the group stages under Roy Hodgson, Germany's extraordinary 7-1 victory against the hosts, and meeting a famous face at half-time in the gents. __ Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:17:00 -0000 "It all went HORRIBLY WRONG and HORRIBLY QUICKLY": Untold Stories from 2014 World Cup full Reach plc John and Jeremy remember England going into "meltdown" in the group stages under Roy Hodgson, Germany's extraordinary 7-1 victory against the hosts, and meeting a famous face at half-time in the gents. Harry Brent is joined by John Cross and Jeremy Cross (not related) for another edition of our Untold Stories series. This time, we travel back to Brazil in 2014. John and Jeremy remember England going into "meltdown" in the group stages under Roy Hodgson, Germany's extraordinary 7-1 victory against the hosts, and meeting a famous face at half-time in the gents. __ Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Harry Brent is joined by John Cross and Jeremy Cross (not related) for another edition of our Untold Stories series. This time, we travel back to Brazil in 2014. John and Jeremy remember England going into "meltdown" in the group stages under Roy Hodgson, Germany's extraordinary 7-1 victory against the hosts, and meeting a famous face at half-time in the gents. __ Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle

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]]> 2321 no "Cole Palmer is really AT RISK of missing out": Thomas Tuchel will need INTENSITY at 2026 World Cup https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ Harry Brent is joined by John Cross to look back at the weekend's games - including 'El Cornerico' between Arsenal and Chelsea - and how they could affect Thomas Tuchel's selection for the 2026 World Cup. Harry and John also discuss what we may be ignoring when it comes to weather and environments that await the England squad this summer. __ Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Tue, 03 Mar 2026 08:31:00 -0000 "Cole Palmer is really AT RISK of missing out": Thomas Tuchel will need INTENSITY at 2026 World Cup full Reach plc Harry Brent is joined by John Cross to look back at the weekend's games - including 'El Cornerico' between Arsenal and Chelsea - and how they could affect Thomas Tuchel's selection for the 2026 World Cup. Harry Brent is joined by John Cross to look back at the weekend's games - including 'El Cornerico' between Arsenal and Chelsea - and how they could affect Thomas Tuchel's selection for the 2026 World Cup. Harry and John also discuss what we may be ignoring when it comes to weather and environments that await the England squad this summer. __ Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Harry Brent is joined by John Cross to look back at the weekend's games - including 'El Cornerico' between Arsenal and Chelsea - and how they could affect Thomas Tuchel's selection for the 2026 World Cup. Harry and John also discuss what we may be ignoring when it comes to weather and environments that await the England squad this summer. __ Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle

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]]> 1838 no John Terry v Fabio Capello: 'It was the beginning of the end' at the 2010 World Cup John Cross shares his Untold Stories from the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, including mutiny in the ranks for England, the "bonkers" decision made by Fabio Capello, and why Gareth Barry epitomised the Three Lions campaign. From ghost goals to keeper confusion, Chelsea comrades to Rooney raging, John looks back at the unhappy camp with Harry Brent, and why it was no surprise that England were unimpressive in South Africa. __ Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:43:00 -0000 John Terry v Fabio Capello: 'It was the beginning of the end' at the 2010 World Cup full Reach plc From ghost goals to keeper confusion, Chelsea comrades to Rooney raging, John looks back at the unhappy camp with Harry Brent, and why it was no surprise that England were unimpressive in South Africa. John Cross shares his Untold Stories from the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, including mutiny in the ranks for England, the "bonkers" decision made by Fabio Capello, and why Gareth Barry epitomised the Three Lions campaign. From ghost goals to keeper confusion, Chelsea comrades to Rooney raging, John looks back at the unhappy camp with Harry Brent, and why it was no surprise that England were unimpressive in South Africa. __ Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices John Cross shares his Untold Stories from the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, including mutiny in the ranks for England, the "bonkers" decision made by Fabio Capello, and why Gareth Barry epitomised the Three Lions campaign. From ghost goals to keeper confusion, Chelsea comrades to Rooney raging, John looks back at the unhappy camp with Harry Brent, and why it was no surprise that England were unimpressive in South Africa. __ Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle

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]]> 2541 no Brutal Tuchel, Palmer v Foden, The Battle of the Left Backs and the Untouchables John Cross and Harry Brent are back to review the England players in action over the weekend, and whether the dials have shifted for Thomas Tuchel's team selection for the 2026 World Cup. The North London derby between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur saw a few Three Lions hopefuls - including Eberechi Eze, Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, and Conor Gallagher - looking to impress. There was also the Battle of the Left Backs at the Etihad between Manchester City's Nico O'Reilly and Newcastle United's Lewis Hall. John shares his thoughts on the selection dilemma between Cole Palmer and Phil Foden, as well as a few wildcards including Liverpool youngsters, Bundesliga hopefuls, and England's Mr Reliable. __ Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Tue, 24 Feb 2026 08:59:00 -0000 Brutal Tuchel, Palmer v Foden, The Battle of the Left Backs and the Untouchables full Reach plc The North London derby between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur saw a few Three Lions hopefuls - including Eberechi Eze, Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, and Conor Gallagher - looking to impress. John Cross and Harry Brent are back to review the England players in action over the weekend, and whether the dials have shifted for Thomas Tuchel's team selection for the 2026 World Cup. The North London derby between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur saw a few Three Lions hopefuls - including Eberechi Eze, Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, and Conor Gallagher - looking to impress. There was also the Battle of the Left Backs at the Etihad between Manchester City's Nico O'Reilly and Newcastle United's Lewis Hall. John shares his thoughts on the selection dilemma between Cole Palmer and Phil Foden, as well as a few wildcards including Liverpool youngsters, Bundesliga hopefuls, and England's Mr Reliable. __ Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices John Cross and Harry Brent are back to review the England players in action over the weekend, and whether the dials have shifted for Thomas Tuchel's team selection for the 2026 World Cup. The North London derby between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur saw a few Three Lions hopefuls - including Eberechi Eze, Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, and Conor Gallagher - looking to impress. There was also the Battle of the Left Backs at the Etihad between Manchester City's Nico O'Reilly and Newcastle United's Lewis Hall. John shares his thoughts on the selection dilemma between Cole Palmer and Phil Foden, as well as a few wildcards including Liverpool youngsters, Bundesliga hopefuls, and England's Mr Reliable. __ Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle

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]]> 2846 no 'REMEMBER his name': The 17-year-old Mexican wonderkid to watch out for at the World Cup Our Global Scouting Report starts in one of the host nations for the 2026 World Cup: Mexico. Harry speaks to Andre Villarreal and Christian Galvan from Futbol Asada to find out about the wonderkids, Mexican GOATs, veteran goalkeepers, and surprise contenders at football's biggest party. Don't forget the tequila! (Do drink responsibly.) Find out which Mexican youngster Andre and Christian believe will explode on the world stage this summer. They also tell the Make Football Great Again podcast about Mexico's tournament hopes, and how it might be make-or-break for stars like Raul Jimenez. How do you think Mexico will perform at the 2026 World Cup? Let us know in the comments below. Futbol Asada: ‪@futbolasada‬ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 20 Feb 2026 10:45:00 -0000 Global Scouting Report: Mexico full Reach plc Harry speaks to Andre Villarreal and Christian Galvan from Futbol Asada to find out about the wonderkids, Mexican GOATs, veteran goalkeepers, and surprise contenders at football's biggest party. Our Global Scouting Report starts in one of the host nations for the 2026 World Cup: Mexico. Harry speaks to Andre Villarreal and Christian Galvan from Futbol Asada to find out about the wonderkids, Mexican GOATs, veteran goalkeepers, and surprise contenders at football's biggest party. Don't forget the tequila! (Do drink responsibly.) Find out which Mexican youngster Andre and Christian believe will explode on the world stage this summer. They also tell the Make Football Great Again podcast about Mexico's tournament hopes, and how it might be make-or-break for stars like Raul Jimenez. How do you think Mexico will perform at the 2026 World Cup? Let us know in the comments below. Futbol Asada: ‪@futbolasada‬ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Our Global Scouting Report starts in one of the host nations for the 2026 World Cup: Mexico. Harry speaks to Andre Villarreal and Christian Galvan from Futbol Asada to find out about the wonderkids, Mexican GOATs, veteran goalkeepers, and surprise contenders at football's biggest party. Don't forget the tequila! (Do drink responsibly.) Find out which Mexican youngster Andre and Christian believe will explode on the world stage this summer. They also tell the Make Football Great Again podcast about Mexico's tournament hopes, and how it might be make-or-break for stars like Raul Jimenez. How do you think Mexico will perform at the 2026 World Cup? Let us know in the comments below. Futbol Asada: ‪@futbolasada‬

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]]> 2298 no "It was OVER THE TOP" - WAGS v journalists: inside Baden-Baden 20 years on from 2006 World Cup In the next edition of our Untold Stories, Andy Dunn looks back on the 2006 World Cup in Germany. The focus was less on the football, and more on the WAGs: the wives and girlfriends of the England stars. Many journalists, including Andy, shared the same hotel with the WAGs and the footballers' families – and he remembers the stories from Baden-Baden 20 years on. Plus he tells Harry Brent about Rooney's red card against Portugal, the reaction to Cristiano Ronaldo's infamous "wink", and the end of the Beckham-Sven era for the Three Lions. __ Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:33:00 -0000 full Reach plc In the next edition of our Untold Stories, Andy Dunn looks back on the 2006 World Cup in Germany. The focus was less on the football, and more on the WAGs: the wives and girlfriends of the England stars. Many journalists, including Andy, shared the same hotel with the WAGs and the footballers' families – and he remembers the stories from Baden-Baden 20 years on. Plus he tells Harry Brent about Rooney's red card against Portugal, the reaction to Cristiano Ronaldo's infamous "wink", and the end of the Beckham-Sven era for the Three Lions. __ Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices In the next edition of our Untold Stories, Andy Dunn looks back on the 2006 World Cup in Germany. The focus was less on the football, and more on the WAGs: the wives and girlfriends of the England stars. Many journalists, including Andy, shared the same hotel with the WAGs and the footballers' families – and he remembers the stories from Baden-Baden 20 years on. Plus he tells Harry Brent about Rooney's red card against Portugal, the reaction to Cristiano Ronaldo's infamous "wink", and the end of the Beckham-Sven era for the Three Lions. __ Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/ Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle

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]]> 2944 no Tuchel gamble, Kobbie Mainoo HAS to be at the World Cup, and is it TOO LATE for Harry Maguire? Harry Brent is joined by the Mirror's chief football writer John Cross to look at the England players who are making the case for their seat on the plane to the 2026 World Cup. John shares his early predictions for the Player of the Season, the comeback kings, and his thoughts on Three Lions boss Thomas Tuchel extending his contract until 2028. With a number of players giving Tuchel plenty to think about, who do you think should be selected for the 2026 World Cup? Let us know in the comments below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Tue, 17 Feb 2026 08:20:00 -0000 Tuchel gamble, Kobbie Mainoo HAS to be at the World Cup, and is it TOO LATE for Harry Maguire? full Reach plc Harry Brent is joined by the Mirror's chief football writer John Cross to look at the England players who are making the case for their seat on the plane to the 2026 World Cup. Harry Brent is joined by the Mirror's chief football writer John Cross to look at the England players who are making the case for their seat on the plane to the 2026 World Cup. John shares his early predictions for the Player of the Season, the comeback kings, and his thoughts on Three Lions boss Thomas Tuchel extending his contract until 2028. With a number of players giving Tuchel plenty to think about, who do you think should be selected for the 2026 World Cup? Let us know in the comments below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Harry Brent is joined by the Mirror's chief football writer John Cross to look at the England players who are making the case for their seat on the plane to the 2026 World Cup.

John shares his early predictions for the Player of the Season, the comeback kings, and his thoughts on Three Lions boss Thomas Tuchel extending his contract until 2028.

With a number of players giving Tuchel plenty to think about, who do you think should be selected for the 2026 World Cup?

Let us know in the comments below!

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]]> 2946 no Seaman's tears and Sven's assistant lost in the woods: Untold Stories from 2002 World Cup The 2002 World Cup was a series of firsts: the first of the new millennium, the first to be held in Asia and the first to be held jointly by two different nations, Japan and South Korea. Andy Dunn, the Mirror's chief sports writer, joins Harry Brent to look back at the tournament. From Sven's zen to redemption for Beckham, as well as tension between David Seaman and the media, Andy tells the Untold Stories from the 2002 World Cup. Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 09 Feb 2026 11:28:00 -0000 Seaman's tears and Sven's assistant lost in the woods: Untold Stories from 2002 World Cup full Reach plc From Sven's zen to redemption for Beckham, as well as tension between David Seaman and the media, Andy Dunn tells the Untold Stories from the 2002 World Cup. The 2002 World Cup was a series of firsts: the first of the new millennium, the first to be held in Asia and the first to be held jointly by two different nations, Japan and South Korea. Andy Dunn, the Mirror's chief sports writer, joins Harry Brent to look back at the tournament. From Sven's zen to redemption for Beckham, as well as tension between David Seaman and the media, Andy tells the Untold Stories from the 2002 World Cup. Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/Subscribe to our new Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices The 2002 World Cup was a series of firsts: the first of the new millennium, the first to be held in Asia and the first to be held jointly by two different nations, Japan and South Korea.

Andy Dunn, the Mirror's chief sports writer, joins Harry Brent to look back at the tournament.

From Sven's zen to redemption for Beckham, as well as tension between David Seaman and the media, Andy tells the Untold Stories from the 2002 World Cup.

Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters.


Read all of the latest football news: https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/Subscribe to our new


Make Football Great Again newsletter for everything World Cup 2026: https://www.mirror.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/?view=Solus&mailingListId=c4fc9b20-3be6-4105-9f07-3ae274c4031b&utm_source=solusarticle

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]]> 2845 no "There will be a big name OMISSION": Who will make England's 2026 World Cup squad? From striker shoo-ins to selection shocks, Foden fears and Eze danger, Make Football Great Again debuts with an in-depth look at the options for the Three Lions. The Mirror's Chief Football Writer John Cross launches our 'On the Plane' power rankings, auditing every contender for Thomas Tuchel's England squad. We look at the stars surging up the rankings and the big names in danger of being left at the gate. Tune in to see who's currently on the plane. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Tue, 03 Feb 2026 13:55:00 -0000 "There will be a big name OMISSION": Who will make England's 2026 World Cup squad? full Reach plc The Mirror's Chief Football Writer John Cross launches our 'On the Plane' power rankings, auditing every contender for Thomas Tuchel's England squad. From striker shoo-ins to selection shocks, Foden fears and Eze danger, Make Football Great Again debuts with an in-depth look at the options for the Three Lions. The Mirror's Chief Football Writer John Cross launches our 'On the Plane' power rankings, auditing every contender for Thomas Tuchel's England squad. We look at the stars surging up the rankings and the big names in danger of being left at the gate. Tune in to see who's currently on the plane. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices From striker shoo-ins to selection shocks, Foden fears and Eze danger, Make Football Great Again debuts with an in-depth look at the options for the Three Lions.

The Mirror's Chief Football Writer John Cross launches our 'On the Plane' power rankings, auditing every contender for Thomas Tuchel's England squad.


We look at the stars surging up the rankings and the big names in danger of being left at the gate. Tune in to see who's currently on the plane.

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]]> 4623 no Make Football Great Again - Trailer Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:03:00 -0000 Make Football Great Again - Trailer trailer Reach plc Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Make Football Great Again is the definitive 48-nation roadmap to the 2026 World Cup, combining deep-dive interviews from across the globe with legendary tournament anecdotes from our veteran reporters.

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