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The opening round of the World Cup group stage is complete, and Gary Neville, Roy Keane and Ian Wright are here to break down all the biggest talking points from the tournament so far.

England got their campaign off to the perfect start, with Jude Bellingham delivering a standout performance and silencing any doubts about his place in the side. Roy, Gary and Ian give their player ratings and assess who impressed most in England’s opening match.

Thomas Tuchel’s tactical approach and in-game management proved decisive, but how will he set England up for their next fixture? Will Marcus Rashford and Djed Spence come into the starting XI, or will Tuchel stick with the same side that got the job done in the opening game?

The spotlight was on Lionel Messi, who once again reminded the world of his brilliance with a stunning hat-trick to launch Argentina’s World Cup campaign in style.

Later in the show, boxer Ben Whittaker joins the panel ahead of his upcoming fight. He opens up about whether boxing press conferences are really as heated as they appear, the hardest punch he’s ever taken, and the reality of chasing the sport’s biggest money fights.

ITV7 returns to test the team's knowledge, before we finish with some of your community questions.

If you had to describe the World Cup so far in one word, what would it be? Let us know in the comments and don't forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode!

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00:00 Intro
04:11 Movies Marvel And Messi
06:54 Cats Dogs And Breakfast
10:50 Brandon Thomas Asante Story
12:36 Room 101 Jerseys Rant
14:23 Picantes Bills And Peloton
17:39 England Croatia First Half
22:57 Halftime Talk And Tuchel
31:22 Rashford Impact Sub
33:36 Squad Rotation Strategy
34:22 Bench Harmony Mindset
37:17 Jude Leadership Interviews
41:51 Player Ratings Begin
56:50 Rashford Selection Debate
58:48 Rating Tuchel Performance
01:03:24 ITV7 Golden Boot Quizl
01:16:24 PG Rated Insults
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Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet.

Gary Neville, Roy Keane and Ian Wright have arrived in New York for the World Cup, and there has already been plenty of action both on and off the pitch!

We begin by looking back on their first few days in the USA, from sightseeing around New York to watching the New York Knicks finally win the NBA Championship. What have been the team’s favourite moments and funniest stories so far?

Gary then sparks a debate as the team create a combined XI featuring England’s current World Cup squad and the side that reached the semi-finals in 1990. Are you picking Harry Kane or Gary Lineker? Jordan Pickford or Peter Shilton?

Attention then turns back to the football as we review the opening matches of the tournament. Has Brazil’s slow start against Morocco changed opinions, and are Germany now among the favourites after an emphatic win over Curaçao?

With England’s opening game against Croatia just around the corner, the team preview a crucial clash for Thomas Tuchel’s side. How important is finishing top of the group, and could defensive inexperience prove costly?

ITV7 returns to test the team's knowledge, before we finish with some of your community questions.

If you had to describe the World Cup so far in one word, what would it be? Let us know in the comments and don't forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode!

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This episode is sponsored by ITV7 Football.

ITV7 Football is completely free to play! Simply download the ITV7 app and answer seven questions, for your chance to win huge jackpots this tournament!

18+. T&Cs apply.

Mondelez/Nabisco
Nabisco are the official snacking partners of Stick to Football.

Hosting friends and family for the big game? Get match-winning recipe ideas at https://www.snackworks.com

00:00 Intro
02:49 Zidane Chat
05:16 Figo Doc And Galacticos
11:04 New York Homesick Talk
12:10 Brooklyn Love And Walks
14:05 Wine Tours And Whiskey
25:58 Jill Charity Ride Tribute
28:18 Shopping And Vintage Drama
32:34 1990 Vs Current England
34:51 Picking The Back Line
43:43 Knicks Title Talk
46:48 Milkshake Ordering Chaos
53:03 Portugal And Ronaldo Dynamic
54:56 Brazil Mystique Fading
01:03:27 Hydration Break Controversy
01:09:47 Scotland Group Hopes
01:12:10 England Croatia Pressure
01:18:00 ITV7
01:38:14 Shopping In New York
01:40:19 Best City And Kits
01:51:10 Wrap Up And Credits
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Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet.

The World Cup is almost here, and in this special preview episode, Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Roy Keane and Ian Wright look ahead to football’s biggest tournament.

Can England finally go all the way under Thomas Tuchel? The team discuss England’s chances, their biggest strengths and weaknesses, and whether this squad has what it takes to lift the trophy.

We also predict the tournament from start to finish, debating the favourites, the dark horses and who will be crowned world champions next summer.

Elsewhere, Roy reveals what was said during his recent phone call with Bruno Fernandes, while the team discuss the challenges facing players and fans heading into the tournament, including travel, scheduling and ticket prices.

Who do you think will win the World Cup, and how far can England go? Let us know in the comments and don't forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode!

This episode is sponsored by ITV7 Football.

ITV7 Football is completely free to play! Simply download the ITV7 app and answer seven questions, for your chance to win huge jackpots this tournament!

18+. T&Cs apply.

00:00 - Intro
14:37 - World Cup Rule changes
25:18 - England Squad Doubts
51:22 - ITV 7
56:46 - Rogers Or Bellingham Debate
01:06:59 - Heat Travel World Cup Worries
01:10:38 - Scotland Group Outlook
01:13:01 - Bruno Fernandes Phone Call
01:20:10 - John McGinn
01:20:51 - Scotland Group Hopes
01:22:51 - World Cup Trivia Break
01:24:27 - Knockout stages Predictions
01:49:52 - Being Dropped From England
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Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE.

In this episode Jurgen Klinsmann joins Gary Neville, Jill Scott, Roy Keane and Ian Wright to discuss his incredible career, from signing for Tottenham on Alan Sugar’s yacht to facing Diego Maradona and winning the World Cup with Germany.

Klinsmann opens up on his famous rivalry with Lothar Matthaus, explains why Germany always seemed to find a way to beat England in major tournaments, and reveals the lesson that changed his life while playing in Italy.

The former Spurs striker also shares the story behind his iconic dive celebration, reflects on working under Arsène Wenger and Franz Beckenbauer, and gives his verdict on England’s chances at the 2026 World Cup.

Plus, Klinsmann discusses Maradona’s genius, Harry Kane’s move away from Spurs, and the one thing England still need to become world champions.

Who has the better chance heading into this World Cup, England or Germany? Let us know in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe to never miss an episode!

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00:00 - Intro
03:45 - Jonathan Klinsmann’s recovery
16:00 - Growing up in a bakery
28:30 - Learning life lessons in Italy
39:00 - Why Germany beat England
51:00 - The reality of playing against Maradona
55:00 - Arsène Wenger the educator
01:04:00 - Signing for Spurs on Alan Sugar’s yacht
01:09:00 - The iconic dive celebration
01:14:00 - Teddy Sheringham partnership
01:34:00 - Rebuilding Germany
01:41:00 - World Cup favourites
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Welcome to our first Overlap Champions Special, brought to you by Sky Bet.

In this episode, Gary Neville and Ian Wright visit the Sobha Realty Training Centre, home of the newly crowned Premier League champions, Arsenal.

Mikel Arteta joins the show alongside the Premier League trophy to reflect on his rebuild of Arsenal, taking the club from the infamous “banter era” to the top of English football. With a Champions League final still to come, can Arsenal complete a truly historic season?

Co-Chair Josh Kroenke and CEO Richard Garlick also sit down with Gary and Wrighty to discuss the club’s rise, reveal the importance of signing Declan Rice and even surprise the pair with a gift of their own.

Mikel Merino and Myles Lewis-Skelly then join the show to reflect on the highs and lows of the campaign, as well as sharing a few secrets from Arsenal’s title celebrations.
Can Arsenal complete the double by winning the Champions League?

00:00- Intro
01:37- Arteta Reflects on Winning
07:27- Declan Rice Statement Signing
10:19- Raya Ramsdale Decision Explained
11:52-Josh Kroenke
21:09-Richard Garlick
31:05- Mikel Merino
36:58- Champions League Final
39:47- Myles Lewis-Skelly
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