War in the Middle East has cast a new shadow over the World Cup this summer. This is a human tragedy first and foremost but questions are being asked about the impact on the world’s most watched sporting event.

Could we see Iran pull out of the tournament? And is Gianni Infantino regretting his bromance with President Trump?

Plus, Gabby and Mark chat about Leeds manager Daniel Farke's red card and whether he runs like a butterfly, and why West Ham's Adama Traore has been banned from lifting weights.

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