Natalie Sawyer is in Atlanta after an all-time World Cup classic, as Argentina come from two goals down to beat Egypt 3-2 and keep their title defence alive. We discuss Messi’s missed penalty and emotional equaliser, Enzo Fernandez’s stunning added-time winner and the VAR controversy that left Egypt furious. Plus, Switzerland knock out Colombia on penalties to reach their first World Cup quarter-final since 1954, we preview the last-eight ties all live on talkSPORT.

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Natalie Sawyer is joined by former Scotland assistant manager Mark McGhee and commentator Joe Shennan following a monumental night of World Cup football as Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal crashed out and Belgium hammered the hosts, the USA.

The team debate whether we have officially seen the last of Cristiano Ronaldo on a World Cup pitch after Portugal's heartbreaking exit to Spain and whether never winning a World Cup has damaged Ronaldo's legacy.

They also delve into the drama surrounding Belgium’s 4-1 win over the USA, asking if justice was finally served after the Folarin Balogun red card saga as Donald Trump even weighed in - we'll hear from him in the episode.

PLUS they also give their reflections on England’s historic victory over Mexico at the Azteca, dissecting how Thomas Tuchel’s side dug deep to overcome the elements and the hosts in their own backyard.

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Adrian Durham is joined by Stuart Pearce and Jim Proudfoot at the Azteca Stadium as England secure a historic, breathtaking victory in Mexico City to seal their place in the quarter-finals.

They break down a truly legendary night for English football, dissecting how Thomas Tuchel’s side tore up the history books to conquer one of the game's ultimate fortresses. Jim delivers the stunning stats from an unforgettable performance, while Stuart reflects on how the Three Lions defied the suffocating heat and altitude to beat Mexico on their home patch at one of football’s most intimidating fortresses.

Plus, you’ll hear exclusive reaction from Thomas Tuchel, Jordan Pickford and a hoarse Harry Kane.

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Join Adrian Durham, Stuart Pearce and Jim Proudfoot in Mexico City to look ahead to the iconic clash between England and Mexico at the Azteca Stadium!

The team discusses Tuchel's selection headache, the hotly contested right-back situation, altitude pressures, and Jim explains exactly why England shouldn't be intimidated by the ferocious Azteca atmosphere.

Plus, French favourites are through but frustrations remain around the questionable refereeing, and co-hosts Canada are out after falling victim to a masterclass from Morocco!

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Join Natalie Sawyer, Mark McGhee and Joe Shennan from their hotel in Philadelphia as they escape the scorching heat to bring you all the latest from what is shaping up to be the greatest World Cup in history!

In today's episode the team reflects on 'the game of the tournament' so far as Argentina battled it out in a five-goal thriller and Egypt make history!

Then, we pivot to the high-stakes Last 16: Can anyone stop tournament favourites France? And does Canada have what it takes to pull off the unthinkable against Morocco?

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Adrian Durham is poolside in Miami with Stuart Pearce and Jim Proudfoot for another packed World Cup Daily. Portugal march on, Ronaldo lives to fight another day, and European Football Expert Andy Brassell takes an insightful look at the era-defining Ronaldo v Messi debate - why it still matters and how both icons pushed each other to greatness. We look ahead to Argentina v Cape Verde - can Cape Verde pull off the unthinkable, or is Messi ready to steal the show again? There’s also a fiery VAR debate about whether football really needs a Snickometer.

Plus: more England reflections after the DR Congo drama and how smart is their plan to tackle the altitude of Mexico?

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Adrian Durham is joined by Stuart Pearce and Jim Proudfoot in Atlanta as Harry Kane’s two goals send England past DR Congo and into the last 16, where Mexico await.

They break down the key talking points and Tuchel’s tactics, Jim brings the key Kane stats and Stuart reflects on climbing Mount Kilimanjaro to show just how difficult England’s trip to Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium could be in the heat and thin air.

Plus, you’ll hear from Thomas Tuchel, Declan Rice and Elliot Anderson.

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Adrian Durham is joined in Atlanta by Stuart Pearce and Jim Proudfoot ahead of England’s round-of-32 clash with DR Congo. The team react to Thomas Tuchel’s updates on John Stones, Reece James, Jarell Quansah and Djed Spence, and discuss how England can break down a stubborn low block.

There’s also debate over England’s defensive concerns, Gareth Southgate’s penalty protocol and Jordan Pickford on staying focused, playing indoors and even singing Vindaloo.

Plus, a closer look at DR Congo’s Premier League contingent, why so many penalties are being missed, Erling Haaland’s extraordinary international numbers and France laying down a serious World Cup marker.

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