Hugh Woozencroft is in Qatar - with Tom Clarke and Gregor Robertson in London.
Saudi Arabia provided one of the most shocking moments in World Cup history as they beat Argentina 2-1 in their opening game. Was it a tactical masterclass from Hervé Renard? (00:00)
Robert Lewandowski is still looking for his first World Cup goal after having a penalty saved against Mexico - but was it actually the right decision? (15:02)
France came from behind to beat Australia 4-1 and Olivier Giroud achieved a huge personal milestone in the game - but are they the real deal? (23:18)
Christian Eriksen had an emotional day as he played in a major tournament for the first time since the events of Euro 2020. There were also some pretty big political statements surrounding the match (31:40)
Hugh was at Wales’ game against the USA and as he was missing from last night’s podcast, he gave us his thoughts on what Wales need to do to make it through (38:30)
Away from the World Cup - two huge stories at Manchester United as the club part ways with Cristiano Ronaldo and the owners could be open to selling up (42:56)
Get more of The Times and The Sunday Times for less than £1 a day. Start your free trial: thetimes.co.uk/thegame
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Managerial merry-go-round and how to beat City…
Is it ever ok not to support your team?
The best alternative team of the season ever!
Ancelotti masterless; Ten Hag car crash.
What's the future for Ange-ball and are Chelsea good?
Can Sancho and Dier make Euro squad?
Title down to two and will Salah leave?
Klopp crushed
A Wembley rollercoaster and does it matter who the officials support?
What’s the future for Haaland and City?
Is the title race over?
Will it be a City v Arsenal semi final?
Squad strength and who is the most adaptable player in the Premier League..?
Advantage Liverpool, will they hold on..?
Who starts for England at the Euros?
How to make England better..?
Is Mainoo the answer to England's midfield issues?
The best game of the season...?
The Dark Arts…
The best title race in years – so who wins?
Create your
podcast in
minutes
It is Free
Football Weekly
FPL Pod
The Totally Football Show with James Richardson
The Athletic FC Podcast
Freakonomics Radio