About this episode

The episode discusses the opening game of the 2026 World Cup between Mexico and South Africa, player selections, and insights from Gregor's trip to Croatia.

It is finally here. Tonight Mexico will play South Africa in the opening game.  Will it be a tournament for the ages or a step too far for over heated and over worked players? So, a quick look at England - Bellingham or Rogers, Rashford or Gordon? Your favourite World Cup opening games; teams we'd love to see do well and  Tom Clarke's mad challenge to watch every match - what are his chances? Gregor details his recent trip to Croatia to meet Luka Modric; what to eat if you're staying up all night and is 4-4-2 about to make a massive come back!? Tom is joined by Gregor Robertson and Alyson Rudd. From tomorrow we'll be here every morning with your essential World Cup Daily Briefing - listen every morning and don't miss a thing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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