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David Baddiel and Nick Robinson discuss the emotional aspects of being an England Men's Football fan ahead of the 2026 World Cup match with Mexico.

Ahead of England's 2026 World Cup match with Mexico, David Baddiel and Nick Robinson reflect on what it means to be an England Men's Football fan. They discuss National Anthems and football songs, power vs the underdog, the emotionality of Football, Tuchel’s choice of players, the climate in the Azteca and how taking a penalty is like theatre, plus take questions from the audience.

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