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by The Times · English
The thinking fan's football podcast. From previews to reviews, winners to losers, who's in and out on the transfer roundabout, tactics, stats and the dreaded VAR - join the best reporters covering the biggest sport on the planet. Hosted by Tom Clarke and Gregor Robertson, The Game brings you the latest on the Premier League and the EFL, as well as a front-row seat to international tournaments. We know football isn't life and death. It's much more serious than that. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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WORLD CUP DAY 14: Scotland tortuous and why Mainoo needs minutes
Scotland’s World Cup Day 14 match vs Brazil is analyzed as a “torturous” 3-0 defeat that leaves Scotland’s knockout hopes hanging by permutations.
25 Jun 2026 · 33m · 10 chapters
WORLD CUP DAY 13: England thwarted, Ronaldo invigorated
Day 13 of The Game World Cup podcast. Part 1 focuses on England’s 0-0 draw with Ghana: England dominated (about 78.8% possession) but couldn’t break Ghana’s low block; key moments included a shot…
23 Jun 2026 · 46m · 23 chapters
WORLD CUP DAY 12: Greatest Golden Boot race ever?
England Preview Day for the 2026 World Cup: Johnny Northcroft discusses England’s camp mood after a winning opener, the pressure to avoid “second game syndrome,” and how Thomas Tuchel’s tactics are…
23 Jun 2026 · 23m · 11 chapters
WORLD CUP DAY 11: Cape Verde joy and Rashford's renaissance
World Cup Day 11 roundup focused on Cape Verde’s rise after a 2-2 draw with Uruguay, Iran’s 2-2 draw vs Belgium, Spain’s 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia, and England camp updates ahead of Ghana.
22 Jun 2026 · 36m · 11 chapters
WORLD CUP DAY 10: Sweden stunned and stick with Ronaldo
Day 10 of The Game’s 2026 World Cup daily show. Focuses on Netherlands vs Sweden (5-1), Sweden’s tactical/goal-difference problems after a 5-1 loss, Portugal’s Ronaldo-related media noise ahead of…
21 Jun 2026 · 38m · 15 chapters
WORLD CUP DAY 9: Hope for Scotland and big dreams for USA
This episode is a World Cup “Day 9” football briefing plus a separate intro segment about US–UK business partnerships.
20 Jun 2026 · 29m · 13 chapters
WORLD CUP DAY 8: McTominay mania and who is Anthony Barry?
World Cup Day 8 preview and reaction—Scotland vs Morocco, USA vs Australia, and England’s 4-2 win over Croatia; includes match-day roundups (Czech Republic–South Africa 1-1, Switzerland 4-1 Bosnia,…
19 Jun 2026 · 45m · 13 chapters
WORLD CUP DAY 7: England and Kane deliver in style
The episode is a World Cup Day 7 roundup focused on England’s 4-2 win over Croatia and Portugal’s 2nd-half collapse/draw with DR Congo, plus quick mentions of Norway and other early tournament…
18 Jun 2026 · 40m · 20 chapters
WORLD CUP DAY 6: Messi, Haaland and Mbappe shine - over to you, Harry
World Cup match previews and live reaction, focusing on England’s opener vs Croatia, plus standout performances from France–Senegal, Norway–Iraq, and Argentina–Algeria.
17 Jun 2026 · 47m · 18 chapters
WORLD CUP DAY 5: Cape Verde joy and waiting for Messi
World Cup Day 5 roundup plus Scotland and Argentina/Messi previews on The Game (Times/Sunday Times).
16 Jun 2026 · 43m · 18 chapters
WORLD CUP DAY 4: 19 goals and teasing Tuchel
Daily World Cup Day 4 briefing (2026), covering overnight match results, England camp updates, and off-pitch FIFA issues (ticket pricing, VAR, hydration breaks).
15 Jun 2026 · 40m · 12 chapters
WORLD CUP DAY 3: Scotland win, just, and water breaks dictate
World Cup Day 3 recap and tactical discussion, focused on Scotland’s 1-0 win over Haiti and the Brazil vs Morocco 0-0 draw; includes debate about mandatory water breaks and what they do to momentum.
14 Jun 2026 · 26m · 11 chapters
WORLD CUP DAY 2: C'mon Scotland!! USA look good
Daily World Cup briefing (Day 2) plus previews. Main focus is USA’s 4-1 win over Paraguay, Canada vs Bosnia, and the upcoming Scotland vs Haiti match.
13 Jun 2026 · 26m · 10 chapters
WORLD CUP DAY 1: The Azteca, Team USA and a cave
Day 2 of the 2026 World Cup—Mexico vs South Africa at the Azteca, plus a preview of Team USA’s tournament outlook and Group D context.
12 Jun 2026 · 33m · 11 chapters
WORLD CUP 2026 - Are you ready!?
World Cup 2026 kickoff preview and debate—how to balance excitement with off-field concerns (weather delays, referees denied entry, FIFA host-readiness worries), plus England’s 3-0 warm-up win over…
11 Jun 2026 · 45m · 19 chaptersWORLD CUP 2026: SCOTLAND PREVIEW
Scotland’s World Cup 2026 preview—tactics, confidence, squad selection dilemmas, and how far Steve Clarke’s team could go, especially in the opening match vs Haiti.
10 Jun 2026 · 40m · 12 chaptersWORLD CUP 2026 - LIVE PREVIEW SHOW
Live preview of the 2026 World Cup, with a focus on England’s chances, squad selection under manager Thomas Tuchel, Scotland’s group draw, and broader tournament storylines (conditions/heat, tactics,…
9 Jun 2026 · 48m · 19 chaptersHow far will England and Scotland go?
The episode is a World Cup week preview focused on England and Scotland’s chances, plus broader tournament factors.
8 Jun 2026 · 45m · 25 chaptersWORLD CUP 2026: THE CONTENDERS
World Cup 2026 preview covering favourites, dark horses, newcomers, and headline players; includes discussion of group-stage matchups, squad rotation, and “last dance” narratives.
5 Jun 2026 · 58m · 28 chapters
Managers, Transfers and England update
The episode is a two-part football news and World Cup warm-up update.
4 Jun 2026 · 37m · 12 chaptersWORLD CUP 2026: BIG ENGLAND PREVIEW
England’s World Cup 2026 preview—Thomas Tuchel’s squad selection, likely tactics/rotation, and the England camp setup in Kansas City (including heat/altitude preparation).
3 Jun 2026 · 59m · 25 chaptersArsenal's big signing? Iraola to Liverpool?
Arsenal’s Champions League final vs PSG—why they approached it defensively, the penalty shootout debate, and what it means for Arsenal’s summer recruitment.
1 Jun 2026 · 57m · 20 chaptersWORLD CUP 2026: Scotland special - Craig Levein
Scotland’s chances at the 2026 World Cup, focusing on the meaning of qualifying after nearly 30 years, expectations, and match-by-match outlook for Group games vs Haiti, Morocco, and Brazil.
29 May 2026 · 37m · 16 chapters
Arsenal v PSG - the key battles?
Crystal Palace’s Europa Conference League triumph and what it means for Oliver Glasner, Adam Wharton and the club; then a tactical preview of the Champions League final Arsenal vs PSG, plus transfer…
28 May 2026 · 58m · 17 chapters