The World Cup is up and running, and we’re already asking the big questions. Why is diving still not punished? When did attending a match become so expensive? And are hydration breaks helping players - or helping advertisers?

We reflect on the opening games before tackling the biggest debate of all: has Cristiano Ronaldo finally reached the end of the road?

Strong opinions, questionable solutions, and football’s biggest talking points - this is Fixing… Cristiano Ronaldo, alright?!

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The World Cup is finally upon us! Yet the usual fever that spreads throughout the world feels a little more subdued this year. Could there be an issue with the host nations? Maybe pre-tournament fatigue from the expected number of games, as well as late kick-off times? Or perhaps problems around FIFA themselves and their money-driven methods to make the game more commercially lucrative. The boys tackle the final boss of FIFA in a FIF,A?! vs FIFA match, and sort out the biggest tournament in human history... alright?!

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With the announcement of England's World Cup squad, the boys tackle the topic about Tuchel's choices. Are his decisions deluded, or is he being bold? Is he petrified from the pressure, or is he unfazed by the fans? Coming from a country that's won four World Cups, will this new outlook be what England finally needs to get over the line? We've seen bigger bottlers in the past go on and win the premierleague, so maybe we do have a chance afterall... alright?!

#worldcup #england #fifa #englandfootball

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Keeper crowding has become a staple in every corner kick this season. It's become so common that referees are becoming seemingly numb to the many rugby tackles, shirt pulling and shoving that happen every single time. While chaos may be a ladder to some, it is time for the boys to tackle this topic and get rid of madness in the box, once and for all... alright?!

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I'm sure we're all a bit sick of the age old argument of "too many games", but we've decided to reopen the debate! Since the last few months, James changed his views on players playing too many games, and this definitely definitely has nothing to do with Arsenal being involved in multiple tournaments and having to play more games now! Can he change Ces's mind? Probably not, but he can try... alright?!

#premierleague #ucl #cl #arsenal #psg #mancity #manchesterunited

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Isn't it strange how football seems insistent on rewarding individuals, rather than focusing on the collective team? Considering it's a team sport, why are there so many individual accolades? And don't get us started on the people you all believe should win Player of the Year! The boys this week use stats, achievements and football science to give the true answer of who should win. You may have been wrong before, but now you've been corrected... alright?!

#premierleague #Arsenal #manchesterunited #mancity #everton

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Who do you support? Do you support them through thick and thin, during the good times and the bad? Are you open about being a glory hunter? Is your local club important to you? These are the many questions that are literally asked to us by no one, but we're deluded enough to answer them anyway for you all... alright?!

#premierleague #arsenal #manchesterunited #liverpool #chelsea #realmadrid #supporter

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In this week’s Easter special, the boys tackle one of football’s most overlooked issues… Christians.

Have you noticed how players called Christian seem to suffer from some of football’s biggest issues?

From experiencing inconsistent performances to having to live up to impossible expectations, Dan and James ask whether it’s coincidence… or something deeper…

Redemption is a big ask, but miracles can happen, alright?!

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How did they get away with it?? Chelsea were fined a measly £10.75m for financial doping during an incredibly successful period for them, and made a lot of money in that time, but does the punishment fit the crime? The boys take a punt at fixing the whole punishment system, and find ways to deter other clubs from doing this in future. It's unlikely to fix Man City in time, but we can still try... alright?!

#premierleague #chelsea #arsenal #manchesterunited #guilty #cheat #mancity #everton #nottinghamforest

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A dire North London club that have made a name for themselves not making it across the line and failing season after season... but enough about Arsenal; this week is about Tottenham! They've got themselves in a pickle near the bottom of the table, and James has to put his ego to one side and help his rival to beat relegation. It may sound impossible, but he can do it... alright?!

#premierleague #tottenham #spurs #spursy #arsenal #manchesterunited

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