Welcome back to 'It's All Kicking Off!' after the final international break of 2024.

In this conversation, Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton delve into England's upcoming prospects, analysing whether Thomas Tuchel and the Three Lions would benefit from dropping captain, Harry Kane, as everyone's attention turns to the 2026 World Cup...

The discussion also highlights Jordan Pickford's impressive goalkeeping and the broader influence of Pep Guardiola on English football tactics, particularly the trend of playing out from the back.

They also touch on the importance of understanding club heritage and Ian quizzes Chris on whether he truly soaked up Celtic's history during his time north of the border...

Presenters: Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton

Producer: Henry Williams

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