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    Argentina edge Cape Verde classic after Mexico-England chaos

    04/07/2026 | 45 mins.
    The world champions survive an almighty scare in an unforgettable matchup in Miami.

    Jimbo, Tom Williams, Felipe Cardenas and Phil Hay are in LA to take in a remarkable Day 23 at the World Cup.

    Messi scored again. Argentina won again. But Cape Verde are the story after coming from behind twice and scoring one of the great goals in tournament history.

    Scenes in Dallas where Australia take off goalkeeping legend Paddy Beach ahead of their penalty shootout with Egypt. It doesn’t go well.

    Colombia see off Ghana to set up a last 16 clash with Switzerland.

    A remarkable day at FIFA with talks of a drastic change in kick-off time between Mexico and England on Sunday before a U-turn.

    Plus we look ahead to the last 16 with France facing Paraguay in extreme heat, while Joshua Kloke tells us what victory for Canada over Morocco would mean to the nation.
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    Portugal’s crazy Croatia victory sets up clash with Spain

    03/07/2026 | 33 mins.
    Ronaldo and Ramos come to the fore for Portugal in a win over Croatia that had almost everything.

    Jimbo, Tom Williams and Felipe Cardenas try to digest events in Toronto and LA on Day 21 of the World Cup.

    Portugal are through to the last 16 after the longest half in World Cup history. A half that had disallowed goals, drama, the snick-o-meter and Cristiano Ronaldo’s first ever goal in the knockout stages.

    Next up for Roberto Martinez’s side, it’s Spain who cruise past Austria with possibly their best performance of the tournament. Tom saw Lamine Yamal in the flesh.

    Friday will see holders Argentina take on Cape Verde, Australia v Egypt, while Colombia take on their former manager Carlos Queiroz.
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    Kane leads England to Mexico as USA keep on rollin'

    02/07/2026 | 44 mins.
    More late drama in the last 32 as England’s captain comes to the rescue against DR Congo.

    Jimbo, Tom Williams and Laurie Whitwell react to another enthralling day of World Cup action Stateside.

    Thomas Tuchel and his team were given an almighty scare but a late brace from Harry Kane sets up a mouthwatering last 16 tie at the Azteca. Daniel Storey tells us how England are shaping up. Jack Lang tells us what to expect from Mexico.

    Pochettino's USA see off Bosnia 2-0 despite a controversial red card for Flo Balogun.

    Senegal were seconds away from a routine 2-0 win but an incredible late comeback from Belgium sets up a meeting with the Americans in the last 16.

    Thursday sees Spain look to win their first knockout tie at the World Cup since 2010. Plus it’s Ronaldo v Modric in Toronto.
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    The best France team ever? Plus England will see DR Congo now

    01/07/2026 | 53 mins.
    Thomas Tuchel’s side look to join the big hitters in the last 16 as we look ahead to Wednesday’s action.

    Jimbo, Tom Williams and Phil Hay have seen some wonderful football in LA on Day 20 of the World Cup.

    Mbappe and Olise continue to sparkle as France dispatch Sweden 3-0. Can anyone stop Didier Deschamps’ devastating frontline?

    Erling Haaland’s late goal gives Norway their first ever knockout win against Ivory Coast. Next up Brazil for the team and superfan Martin Sliepnes!

    And Mexico breeze past Ecuador to set up a last 16 clash at the Azteca…possibly against England.

    The Three Lions face DR Congo in the opening match on Wednesday. Maher Mezahi tells us what to expect from the Leopards.
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    Germany lose on penalties! Plus Brazil’s brilliant comeback

    30/06/2026 | 47 mins.
    Nagelsmann, Neuer and the Netherlands are going home after an enthralling day of World Cup action.

    Jimbo, Tom Williams and Laurie Whitwell are by the pool in LA, taking in all the knockout action.

    Germany lose a World Cup shootout for the first time ever, as Paraguay progress to the last 16. There’s also controversy after Jonathan Tah’s disallowed winner in extra-time. Raphael Honigstein is back.

    Morocco will face Canada in the last 16 after also winning an incredible penalty shootout against the Netherlands.

    Brazil found themselves behind against Japan at half-time but find a way to the next round with Gabriel Martinelli’s last-gasp winner. Natalie Gedra watched it unfold.

    Plus Tuesday’s fixtures and more on Iran’s exit.
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About The Totally Football Show with James Richardson
James Richardson and Team Totally bring their blend of charming analysis and unique insights to Los Angeles this summer, where there'll be releasing episodes after every single World Cup matchday. It's all the football news and chat you need - and plenty that you don’t too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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