talkSPORT correspondent Ben Jacobs joins us from the United States to discuss the reception Iran can expect on American soil and the wider mood surrounding the tournament.

We also bring you the latest on England captain Ben Stokes, with England head coach Brendon McCullum providing an update on his welfare and current situation.

England legend Stuart Pearce joins the podcast to share his thoughts on the Thomas Tuchel era, reveal his blueprint for taking England all the way, and give his verdict on the ongoing discussion surrounding Jude Bellingham.

Plus, football writer Constantin Eckner stops by to assess Germany’s chances of tournament success and discuss the latest developments involving Xabi Alonso and Chelsea.

And finally, we sit down with Alan Rothenburg, Chairman and Chief Executive of the 1994 World Cup in the United States, to reflect on the tournament that transformed soccer’s place in American sporting culture forever.

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