In a close game, England proved again they belong at the top table of international football. But my enjoyment of this quarter final, which featured signature performances by thrilling footballers, was impaired by the performance of a referee that got several huge calls wrong. Here's where I think the game was decided, and what it means for Gareth Southgate's team.    Final four confirmed. Croatia. Argentina. Morocco. France. What’s next?  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Big Interview at the World Cup: England’s Young Core Should Go On To Win A Tournament – The Referee Should Never Get To Another One

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Here’s another chance to hear my interview with Mark Noble from season two. Mark starred in the midfield at his beloved West Ham United for most of his senior career. In part one, you’ll hear about his ice-cool prowess as a penalty-taker – he once scored two in an epic shootout against the Netherlands in the semi-finals of the European Under-21 Championships. Also: how to captain your boyhood heroes. Subscribe to The Big Interview YouTube channel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Classic Big Interview: Mark Noble Part One

Today’s story comes from Gordon Strachan, who declares that the team that wins together does not necessarily have to drink together.  Listen to the original full episode:  Classic Big Interview: Gordon Strachan - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BITESIZE | Gordon Strachan: Boozers are Losers

Today’s story comes from Peter Beardsley, who tells the incredible tale of how he ended up - briefly - at Manchester United, courtesy of George Best. Listen to the classic versions of the original episodes: Classic Big Interview: Peter Beardsley Part One - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Classic Big Interview: Peter Beardsley Part Two - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BITESIZE | Peter Beardsley: My brief stay at Man U

Today’s story comes from Darren Fletcher, who explains what it was like to miss the 2009 Champions League final in which Manchester United took on Barcelona’s greatest side. Listen to the original full episode: The Big Interview with Darren Fletcher - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BITESIZE | Darren Fletcher: I could have made a difference against Barca

Here’s another chance to hear my interview with Neil Lennon from season two. This second part is the audience Q&A; section of the live fundraising event for Ardgowan Hospice organised by actor and friend of the Big Interview Martin Compston. There are great responses from Neil about player development and the most talented managers in football today, and a wonderful tribute to the late Tommy Burns. Subscribe to The Big Interview YouTube channel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Big Interview at the World Cup: England’s Young Core Should Go On To Win A Tournament – The Referee Should Never Get To Another One

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