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The best analysis on the big talking points from the FIFA World Cup, updated every day.

The best analysis on the big talking points from the FIFA World Cup, updated every day.

Hosted byAdrian Sherling

Curated byHark Editors

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'Argentina's Final Display Was a Disgrace to Soccer'

Julien Laurens pulls no punches, calling Argentina's ultra-defensive World Cup final performance "an embarrassment."

'Argentina's Final Display Was a Disgrace to Soccer'

The Gab & Juls Show

5 MINS

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Why the World Is Rooting Against Messi's Argentina

Argentina's run to the World Cup final has been cinematic, so why does it seem the world has turned on them? Is it fatigue, controversy, or just Messi overload?

Why the World Is Rooting Against Messi's Argentina

VAMOS Network

5 MINS

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Yamal Fits Spain's System, Messi IS Argentina's System

Ahead of a tantalizing World Cup final, experts reveal why Argentina's total dependence on one 39-year-old is both their fatal flaw and secret weapon.

Yamal Fits Spain's System, Messi IS Argentina's System

Copa Independent

4 MINS

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Haaland's Stuffed Raccoon Is the Perfect World Cup Ending

John Oliver explains why Erling Haaland carrying a stuffed raccoon off the plane is "absolutely sticking the landing," and pays tribute to Norway's Larry David.

Haaland's Stuffed Raccoon Is the Perfect World Cup Ending

Men In Blazers

4 MINS

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England's Tactical Disasterclass: 'The Subs Made Zero Sense'

Six defenders on the pitch, no outlet, and Messi given free rein on the right. Thomas Tuchel's substitutions 'astonishing' and 'unfathomable' against the GOAT.

England's Tactical Disasterclass: 'The Subs Made Zero Sense'

The Rest Is Football

4 MINS

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France's Collapse Explained With Mayonnaise

A French football expert uses a brilliant culinary analogy to explain how France's tactical shape curdled against Spain on Bastille Day.

France's Collapse Explained With Mayonnaise

Football Weekly

4 MINS

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Does Anyone Actually Think Argentina Are Good?

Argentina keep winning ugly, fouling brilliantly and relying on Messi. So are they a great team or just a great escape act?

Does Anyone Actually Think Argentina Are Good?

The Game

5 MINS

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France vs. Spain: Is This the Real World Cup Final?

Many are calling France vs. Spain the real World Cup final... so who's going to make it to the actual final in New Jersey?

France vs. Spain: Is This the Real World Cup Final?

VAMOS Network

4 MINS

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Is There Any Way to Beat France?

Mark McGee breaks down France's one small Achilles heel, and names the player opponents should target to cause an upset.

Is There Any Way to Beat France?

talkSPORT Daily

2 MINS

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Brendan Hunt's Hilarious Take on Pulisic's Wells Fargo Ad

Brendan Hunt, aka Coach Beard from Ted Lasso, has a hilarious breakdown of the Wells Fargo commercial that suggests the bank is implying something very unexpected...

Brendan Hunt's Hilarious Take on Pulisic's Wells Fargo Ad

After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe

2 MINS

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Was Egypt Robbed to Protect Argentina?

Alan Shearer erupts over a VAR call that disallowed Egypt's goal for a foul 110 yards away. Was it incompetence or corruption?

Was Egypt Robbed to Protect Argentina?

The Rest Is Football

5 MINS

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USMNT Wasn't Ready: "The Moment Was Too Big for Them"

Belgium dropped their best players, clogged the midfield and the U.S. couldn't adapt. A brutal breakdown of why this team failed when it mattered.

USMNT Wasn't Ready: "The Moment Was Too Big for Them"

The Cooligans

3 MINS

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Balogun Cleared: "Any U.S. Victory Will Now Have an Asterisk"

"FIFA done a FIFA" is one way to describe the decision to lift Flo Balogun's suspension after Donald Trump lobbied the governing body.

Balogun Cleared: "Any U.S. Victory Will Now Have an Asterisk"

Men In Blazers

2 MINS

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Cape Verde Almost Pulled Off the World Cup's Greatest Upset

In their first-ever World Cup, Cape Verde faced Spain, Uruguay & Argentina... and weren't beaten in 90 mins by any of them. A stunning underdog story.

Cape Verde Almost Pulled Off the World Cup's Greatest Upset

ESPN FC

4 MINS

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Were Croatia Robbed? The VAR Controveries That Sparked Debate

Did the ball brush a strand of Croatian hair? The panel unpicks the technology and controversial calls that sent Modric's men home from the World Cup.

Were Croatia Robbed? The VAR Controveries That Sparked Debate

Football Weekly

3 MINS

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Can the U.S. Beat Belgium Without Balogun?

Losing your best striker before huge knock-out game against Belgium... how worried should United States fans be?

Can the U.S. Beat Belgium Without Balogun?

VAMOS Network

4 MINS

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The World Cup Upset Nobody Saw Coming

Germany lost their first-ever World Cup penalty shootout to Paraguay, whose keeper sold his gear to afford food just years ago. Extraordinary scenes.

The World Cup Upset Nobody Saw Coming

Football Weekly

4 MINS

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The Best Fan Moment of the World Cup So Far

The Norway fans rowing up the escalator were amazing, as were the Scots at Fenway Park. But this story about the Argentina fans is just incredible!

The Best Fan Moment of the World Cup So Far

Men In Blazers

1 MIN

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The USMNT's Bracket Is a Gift

Experts breaks down the United States' favorable path to the quarters, facing Bosnia, then Egypt or South Korea... but warns no team at this stage rolls over.

The USMNT's Bracket Is a Gift

Call It What You Want: A CBS Sports Golazo Network Podcast

3 MINS

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'Scotland Shot Themselves in Both Feet, Then Both Kneecaps'

Brazil barely tried and Scotland still imploded. Gregor Robertson's brutally vivid breakdown of a tortuous night captures the heartbreak perfectly.

'Scotland Shot Themselves in Both Feet, Then Both Kneecaps'

The Game

4 MINS

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Why Ronaldo's 'I'm Back' Camera Moment Was Pure Genius

Scoring a brace, then staring down the camera to say 'I hear you'. Alexi Lalas says this is what makes Ronaldo such an iconic soccer superstar.

Why Ronaldo's 'I'm Back' Camera Moment Was Pure Genius

Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

2 MINS

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Why Messi Is Thriving, While Ronaldo Is Crumbling

Lionel Messi has five goals already for Argentina in this World Cup and looks as good as ever. Cristiano Ronaldo meanwhile looks a shadow of his former self for Portugal.

Why Messi Is Thriving, While Ronaldo Is Crumbling

Football Weekly

4 MINS

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Is Lamine Yamal Soccer's Next Generational Talent?

After Spain's Lamine Yamal terrorized Saudi Arabia's defenders, three leading pundits agree: he's destined to be the next great soccer superstar.

Is Lamine Yamal Soccer's Next Generational Talent?

The Rest Is Football

2 MINS

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'Quarterfinals or Bust for USMNT'

After beating Australia, Taylor Twellman sets the bar high for the United States: it has to be quarterfinals at a minimum at a home World Cup.

'Quarterfinals or Bust for USMNT'

The Cooligans

3 MINS

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'Ronaldo Is Like 92-Year-Old Frankie Valli: Just There'

A brutal, hilarious breakdown of CR7's invisible performance: 25 touches, can't move, and Portugal's coach too scared to drop him.

'Ronaldo Is Like 92-Year-Old Frankie Valli: Just There'

Caught Offside

3 MINS

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Messi's World Cup Hat-Trick Renews Sense of Awe

The ball leaves Messi's foot and you just KNOW. Analysts savor what may be his final World Cup, calling it 'borrowed time' with the GOAT.

Messi's World Cup Hat-Trick Renews Sense of Awe

Total Soccer Show: USMNT, Champions League, EPL, and more ...

3 MINS

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The Moment Mbappé's France Clicked... and It's Terrifying

Michael Olise moving centrally was the turning point against Senegal. The hosts explain why France's attacking depth is 'outrageous.'

The Moment Mbappé's France Clicked... and It's Terrifying

Football Ramble

5 MINS

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Cape Verde's Draw With Spain: 'Greatest World Cup Upset Ever'

A pundit admits he cried three times before 2pm—including at Cape Verde's heroic draw with Spain, calling it arguably the greatest World Cup upset of all time.

Cape Verde's Draw With Spain: 'Greatest World Cup Upset Ever'

Football Weekly

3 MINS

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'Like Watching a Biblical Miracle'—USMNT's 4-1 Stunner

Clint Dempsey calls the US performance against Paraguay the closest thing to a miracle—breaking down the telepathy, joy, and swaggy streetball that made it happen.

'Like Watching a Biblical Miracle'—USMNT's 4-1 Stunner

Men In Blazers

4 MINS

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Could Disappointing Brazil Get Knocked Out of the Group?

Vinicius Jr. saved Brazil from embarrassment vs. Morocco, but the hosts say this squad is an 'abject failure'... and Neymar won't fix it.

Could Disappointing Brazil Get Knocked Out of the Group?

The Cooligans

3 MINS

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"I Was DEAD WRONG About Australia"

A football analyst confesses he had Australia all wrong—then watches them beat his dark horse pick Turkey 2-0 in a historic World Cup result.

"I Was DEAD WRONG About Australia"

VAMOS Network

3 MINS

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Curaçao Fan's Pure Joy After World Cup Goal: 'Great, Great, Great'

A reporter watched Germany's 7-1 win with locals in a Curaçao fishing village—and one elderly fan's reaction to their historic first World Cup goal was unforgettable.

Curaçao Fan's Pure Joy After World Cup Goal: 'Great, Great, Great'

The Game

3 MINS

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The 1-0 Masterplan: Why Mexico's Ugly Win Was Genius

Forget "sexy football"... VAMOS breaks down how Javier Aguirre deliberately set Mexico up to grind out a 1-0, neutralizing South Korea's attack with pure physicality.

The 1-0 Masterplan: Why Mexico's Ugly Win Was Genius

VAMOS Network

3 MINS

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