World Cup Morning

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  Spain Rule the World as Mbappe Wins Golden Boot — July 20, 2026 20.07.2026 8min

  2026 FIFA World Cup final: Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in extra time through Ferran Torres, sealing their second title, while Kylian Mbappe clinched a historic second Golden Boot with 10 goals. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Spain 1-0 Argentina: Ferran Torres fires La Roja to 2026 World Cup triumph - Sports Mole — Sports Mole https://www.sportsmole.co.uk/football/spain/world-cup-2026/feature/ferran-torres-delivers-world-cup-glory-for-spain_601490.html 2. Why was Nico Williams’ goal ruled out during Spain vs Argentina FIFA World Cup 2026 Final? - Sportstar — Sportstar https://sportstar.thehindu.com/football/fifa-world-cup/why-was-nico-williams-goal-ruled-out-referee-decision-explained-spain-vs-argentina-fifa-world-cup-final/article71242736.ece 3. Mbappe first to win World Cup Golden Boot twice - BBC — BBC Sport https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/cre4z58pzj9o 4. Yamal, Spain, Beat Messi, Argentina, Top Match Stats & Highlights from World Cup 2026 Final Win — Bleacher Report https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25456419-yamal-spain-beat-messi-argentina-top-match-stats-highlights-world-cup-2026-final-win 5. Alan Shearer calls for major rule change during Spain vs Argentina World Cup final - The Mirror — The Mirror https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/world-cup-final-rule-shearer-37451946 Follow and rate World Cup Morning on Apple Podcasts. Feedback? Email world-cup-morning-2026@lanternpodcasts.com
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  Argentina’s final surge leaves England and VAR under the lights — July 17, 2026 17.07.2026 8min

  Argentina’s World Cup final place is now framed by Scaloni’s joy, Messi’s rebuttal to favorable-treatment claims, Tuchel’s England “DNA” reckoning, and VAR arguments heading into the Spain showdown. In this episode: Top stories: 1. We're unique and it's not arrogance; it comes from heart: Scaloni after holders Argentina enter FIFA WC final — IANS News https://ianslive.in/were-unique-and-its-not-arrogance-it-comes-from-heart-scaloni-after-holders-argentina-enter-fifa-wc-final--20260716081459 2. Not in England's DNA to control game, says under-fire Tuchel after Argentina defeat | ITV News — ITV News https://www.itv.com/news/2026-07-16/not-in-englands-dna-to-control-game-says-tuchel-after-argentina-defeat 3. Lionel Messi Fires Back at Argentina Critics: “No One Has Given Us Anything” | beIN SPORTS — beIN SPORTS https://www.beinsports.com/en-us/soccer/fifa-world-cup-2026/articles/lionel-messi-fires-back-at-argentina-critics-no-one-has-given-us-anything-2026-07-16 4. World Cup 2026 VAR Controversies Explained — JudgeMate https://www.judgemate.com/en/guides/world-cup-2026-var-controversies-explained Follow and rate World Cup Morning on Apple Podcasts. Feedback? Email world-cup-morning-2026@lanternpodcasts.com
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  Messi’s Argentina stun England, book Spain final — July 16, 2026 16.07.2026 10min

  2026 FIFA World Cup: Argentina overturned England late to reach a Spain final, with Messi’s assists powering a 2-1 semifinal comeback. England confronts another near miss while FIFA pushes back on France’s officiating complaints. In this episode: Top stories: 1. England 1 - 2 Argentina - Match Report & Highlights — Sky Sports https://www.skysports.com/football/england-vs-argentina/report/549867 2. Was the referee up to scratch? FIFA refereeing chief responds to Didier Deschamps' comments after France's semi-final loss | Goal.com Canada — Goal.com https://www.goal.com/en-ca/lists/fifa-responds-to-didier-deschamps-referee-criticism-france-semi-final-spain/blt93e529b970e86010 3. World Cup 2026: Harry Kane on England future, as Dan Burn and Thomas Tuchel react to Argentina defeat - BBC Sport — BBC Sport https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c1k13mvgyljo 4. Lionel Messi says win over England meant most to our fans - ESPN — ESPN https://www.espn.co.uk/football/story/_/id/49371461/lionel-messi-win-england-meant-most-fans 5. Step Back: Kane says it’s “normal” to hold onto a one-goal lead and Tuchel is defending the tactics — so step back: in a World Cup semifinal, what are coaches actually weighing when they choose to protect a lead instead of keep pressing, and how can we tell whether it’s smart game management or inviting trouble? Follow and rate World Cup Morning on Apple Podcasts. Feedback? Email world-cup-morning-2026@lanternpodcasts.com
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  Spain Hit the Final, VAR Moves On-Site, Messi Eyes Mbappé — July 15, 2026 15.07.2026 8min

  Spain reached the 2026 FIFA World Cup final with a 2-0 win over France, powered by Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro. A penalty debate, FIFA’s VAR tweak, and Messi’s Golden Boot chance now shape the next semifinal. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Highlights | France 0-2 Spain | FIFA World Cup 2026™ Semi-Finals — FIFA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_cV8QcKp3GU 2. De la Fuente says Spain have recaptured 2010 spirit after France masterclass | The Straits Times — The Straits Times https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/football/de-la-fuente-says-spain-have-recaptured-2010-spirit-after-france-masterclass 3. Did Yamal get away with handball? Why Spain's controversial penalty was allowed against France | Football News - The Times of India — The Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/football/fifa-world-cup/did-yamal-get-away-with-handball-why-spains-controversial-penalty-was-allowed-against-france/articleshow/132404107.cms 4. FIFA makes VAR change ahead of World Cup semifinals ... — Yahoo Sports https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/fifa-makes-var-change-ahead-182651240.html 5. Messi and Mbappe lead scorers at 2026 World Cup — Yahoo Sports https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/golden-boot-race-messi-mbappe-100436899.html Follow and rate World Cup Morning on Apple Podcasts. Feedback? Email world-cup-morning-2026@lanternpodcasts.com
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  Semifinals Set: Mbappé-Messi Race Meets VAR Fallout — July 14, 2026 14.07.2026 9min

  2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals arrive with France-Spain first, Argentina-England next, Mbappé holding the Golden Boot tiebreaker over Messi, and FIFA backing England’s contested Norway goal after a spidercam review. In this episode: Top stories: 1. France coach Deschamps says Spain is World Cup favorite - China.org.cn — Xinhua http://www.china.org.cn/2026-07/14/content_118598425.shtml 2. Highlights | Argentina 3-1 Switzerland | FIFA World Cup 2026™ — FIFA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZxxDbLxEi4 3. FIFA proven right on England vs Norway spidercam row as new evidence emerges - The Mirror — The Mirror https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/fifa-england-norway-spidercam-row-37425263 4. World Cup 2026 odds: Mbappe favored over Messi to win Golden Boot ahead of semis - CBS Sports — CBS Sports https://sportsfly.cbsistatic.com/soccer/news/world-cup-2026-golden-boot-odds-kylian-mbappe-has-slight-edge-over-lionel-messi-ahead-of-semifinals/ 5. Is FIFA World Cup 2026 rigged in Argentina’s favour? VAR data reveals crucial insight — Khelnow https://khelnow.com/football/argentina-var-data-fifa-world-cup-2026 Follow and rate World Cup Morning on Apple Podcasts. Feedback? Email world-cup-morning-2026@lanternpodcasts.com
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  Argentina and England survive as VAR steals the quarterfinals — July 13, 2026 13.07.2026 9min

  Argentina and England booked a 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinal after extra-time quarterfinal wins, while fresh VAR and camera-wire disputes kept officiating at the center of the tournament’s biggest arguments. In this episode: Top stories: 1. FIFA World Cup: Argentina 3, Switzerland 1 (AET) – TSN — TSN https://www.tsn.ca/soccer/fifa-world-cup/video/2026/07/12/fifa-world-cup-argentina-3-switzerland-1-aet/ 2. 'Sloppy' England were 'lucky' to reach World Cup semi-finals, says Tuchel — FotMob https://www.fotmob.com/en-GB/news/1viobmplegs4z1go2ql0iypelz-sloppy-england-were-lucky-reach-world-cup-semi-finals-says-tuchel 3. The rule text: Why was the Swiss player sent off? | ProSport — ProSport https://prosport.uz/en/news/2651/the-rule-text-why-was-the-swiss-player-sent-off 4. Bellingham England goal vs Norway shouldn't have stood in VAR error | Football | Sport - CSBN — Complete Sports Breaking News https://completesportsbreakingnews.com/bellingham-england-goal-vs-norway-shouldnt-have-stood-in-var-error-football-sport/ 5. FIFA makes major VAR change for remainder of World Cup 2026 after teams raise furious refereeing complaints | Football News - The Times of India — The Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/football/fifa-world-cup/fifa-makes-major-var-change-for-remainder-of-world-cup-2026-after-teams-raise-furious-refereeing-complaints/articleshow/132301396.cms Follow and rate World Cup Morning on Apple Podcasts. Feedback? Email world-cup-morning-2026@lanternpodcasts.com
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  France hit the semis as World Cup VAR pressure boils over — July 10, 2026 10.07.2026 4min

  France reached the 2026 World Cup semi-finals behind Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele, while Egypt’s Argentina complaint and FIFA’s VAR response keep officiating at the center of the knockout conversation. In this episode: Top stories: 1. France 2-0 Morocco Highlights - World Cup 2026 — BBC Sport https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/videos/crm0ry2nemmo 2. Egypt Accuses FIFA Of Favouring Messi: Did Controversial Decisions Cost Them The World Cup? | Outlook India — Outlook India https://www.outlookindia.com/sports/football/egypt-accuse-fifa-of-favouring-messi-did-controversial-decisions-cost-them-the-world-cup Follow and rate World Cup Morning on Apple Podcasts. Feedback? Email world-cup-morning-2026@lanternpodcasts.com
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  Argentina Survives, VAR Boils, and USMNT Crashes Out — July 09, 2026 09.07.2026 8min

  2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage turned on Argentina’s 3-2 escape from Egypt, a growing VAR fight, and the USMNT’s 4-1 exit to Belgium, setting up quarterfinal pressure for Messi, Switzerland, Belgium and Spain. In this episode: Top stories: 1. FIFA Chief Refereeing Officer Pierluigi Collina defends Egypt vs Argentina match officials - Sportstar — Sportstar https://sportstar.thehindu.com/football/fifa-world-cup/fifa-collina-defends-match-officials-egypt-vs-argentina-world-cup-2026/article71201013.ece 2. 2026 FIFA World Cup: Argentina stuns Egypt with incredible comeback in Round of 16 — CBS Sports https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r45CFrYRVJA 3. Belgium cruise past the USA to reach the World Cup quarter-finals | Bundesliga — Bundesliga https://www.bundesliga.com/en/bundesliga/news/usa-belgium-match-report-highlights-matchday-1-38132 4. Argentina vs. Egypt final score, results: Lionel Messi leads Argentina back from two-goal deficit | Sporting News — Sporting News https://www.sportingnews.com/us/soccer/news/argentina-vs-egypt-world-cup-live-score-result-highlights/958355ac1c3050c6b91ebf93 Follow and rate World Cup Morning on Apple Podcasts. Feedback? Email world-cup-morning-2026@lanternpodcasts.com
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  Swiss Survive, El Tri Reckons, VAR Boils Over — July 08, 2026 08.07.2026 6min

  2026 FIFA World Cup knockout bracket tightened as Switzerland beat Colombia on penalties to book Argentina, while Mexico’s Round of 16 exit turns into a debate over El Tri’s plan and England-match VAR fallout. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Switzerland beats Colombia in shootout at B.C. Place — CP24 https://www.cp24.com/news/canada/2026/07/07/fifa-world-cup-colombia-vs-switzerland-at-bc-place-live-updates-here/ 2. El Tri future bright after World Cup loss, but changes needed — USA TODAY https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/soccer/worldcup/2026/07/06/mexico-national-team-world-cup-future-rafa-marquez-liga-mx/90819205007 3. Mexico's World Cup dream is over – but this El Tri team captivated a nation - Yahoo Sports — Yahoo Sports https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/mexicos-world-cup-dream-over-180602849.html 4. Two decisions referee got right in Mexico vs England - and the one he got wrong — iNews https://inews.co.uk/sport/football/mexico-vs-england-referee-var-world-cup-penalty-4626864 Follow and rate World Cup Morning on Apple Podcasts. Feedback? Email world-cup-morning-2026@lanternpodcasts.com
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  Belgium Ends the U.S. Run as VAR Heat Rolls On — July 07, 2026 07.07.2026 4min

  USMNT’s home World Cup run ended with a 4-1 loss to Belgium in Seattle, leaving all three co-hosts out in the Round of 16 as officiating debates keep simmering around the knockout bracket. In this episode: Top stories: 1. End Of The World Cup: 4 Takeaways From USA's Knockout Loss To Belgium | FOX Sports — FOX Sports https://www.foxsports.com/stories/soccer/usa-world-cup-belgium-takeaways-highlights 2. World Cup VAR review: Quansah's red, Kane's penalty -- did the ref get it right? - ESPN — ESPN https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/49283462/world-cup-2026-var-review-quansahs-red-kanes-penalty-did-ref-get-right Follow and rate World Cup Morning on Apple Podcasts. Feedback? Email world-cup-morning-2026@lanternpodcasts.com
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  England survives Azteca thriller as host dreams crash — July 06, 2026 06.07.2026 6min

  2026 FIFA World Cup: England beat Mexico 3-2 at the Azteca to end El Tri’s home run, while Canada’s historic campaign is over and another Snickometer-style VAR call keeps Portugal alive as the knockout bracket tightens. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Mexico 2-3 England: Bellingham and Kane star in thrilling last-16 tie — FotMob https://www.fotmob.com/news/fvdjjk6ih0wy1rw2dk4909kfs-mexico-2-3-england-bellingham-kane-star-thrilling-last-16-tie 2. Canada knocked out of FIFA World Cup but fans hopeful for future of Canadian soccer | CBC.ca — CBC https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/video/9.7258927 3. Huge VAR call prolongs Ronaldo's last dance but ends Modric's - 234Radio — BBC Sport https://234radio.com/huge-var-call-prolongs-ronaldos-last-dance-but-ends-modrics/ Follow and rate World Cup Morning on Apple Podcasts. Feedback? Email world-cup-morning-2026@lanternpodcasts.com
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  USMNT Breakthrough, Belgium VAR Heat, Balogun Ban — July 03, 2026 03.07.2026 8min

  USMNT 2026 gets a breakthrough knockout win as all three host nations reach the last 16, while Belgium’s VAR penalty and Balogun’s suspension sharpen the next round’s stakes and Messi leads the Golden Boot chase. In this episode: Top stories: 1. World Cup games July 1, scores, highlights and USMNT reaction — USA TODAY https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/soccer/worldcup/2026/07/01/world-cup-scores-live-schedule-today-usmnt-vs-bosnia/90763868007 2. World Cup VAR review: Did Belgium deserve penalty that won match vs. Senegal? — ESPN https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/49027532/world-cup-2026-var-review-red-card-penalty-handball-goal-line-technology 3. Step Back: After a controversial red card like Balogun’s, what actually happens next — is a one-game ban automatic in the World Cup, and does a team have any realistic way to challenge it before the next knockout match? 4. 2026 World Cup Golden Boot tracker: Will Messi, Mbappe ... - ESPN — ESPN https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/49117037/lionel-messi-erling-haaland-kylian-mbappe-harry-kane-folarin-balogun-world-cup-golden-boot-top-scorer Follow and rate World Cup Morning on Apple Podcasts. Feedback? Email world-cup-morning-2026@lanternpodcasts.com
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  Mexico Breaks the Curse as VAR Grabs the Mic — July 02, 2026 02.07.2026 7min

  Mexico’s 2026 FIFA World Cup run finally broke the knockout curse with a 2-0 win over Ecuador, while England’s Harry Kane penalty controversy kept VAR transparency at the center of the knockout-round argument. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Mexico ends a 40-year knockout drought, beats Ecuador 2-0 to reach the round of 16 - WTOP News — WTOP News https://wtop.com/sports/2026/07/mexico-ecuador-world-cup-match-delayed-by-an-storm-in-mexico-city/ 2. Why did the referee not give a penalty to Harry Kane during England vs DR Congo FIFA World Cup 2026 match? - Sportstar — Sportstar https://sportstar.thehindu.com/football/fifa-world-cup/why-was-harry-kane-not-given-a-penalty-referee-decision-during-england-vs-dr-congo-fifa-world-cup-2026/article71171398.ece 3. Step Back: When FIFA says coaches and players were “informed” about a controversial VAR decision, what does that actually mean — who gets told what, when, and why don’t fans in the stadium or watching at home always get the same explanation in real time? Follow and rate World Cup Morning on Apple Podcasts. Feedback? Email world-cup-morning-2026@lanternpodcasts.com
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  Mexico Breaks the Curse as VAR Shakes the Bracket — July 01, 2026 01.07.2026 7min

  Mexico ended a 40-year World Cup knockout drought by beating Ecuador 2-0 at the Azteca, while the USMNT braces for Bosnia and FIFA’s Germany-Paraguay VAR explanation keeps officiating squarely in the knockout spotlight. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Mexico beat Ecuador 2-0 to reach World Cup last 16 and end knockout hoodoo - CNA — Channelnewsasia https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/mexico-ecuador-world-cup-results-6223801 2. USA vs. BOSNIA | World Cup 2026 MATCH PREVIEW — CBS Sports https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=krokhSBkr_U 3. Referee and VAR criticised for not sending off Canada star for foul on Bafana Bafana's Teboho Mokoena - 'It warranted a direct red card according to the law' | Goal.com South Africa — Goal.com https://www.goal.com/en-za/lists/referee-and-var-criticised-for-not-sending-off-canada-star-for-foul-on-bafana-bafana-s-teboho-mokoena-it-warranted-a-direct-red-card-according-to-the-law/blt784ff902b92638db 4. World Cup 2026: Fifa explain decision to rule out Germany's extra-time goal against Paraguay - BBC Sport — BBC https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/c862yvvd2qdo Follow and rate World Cup Morning on Apple Podcasts. Feedback? Email world-cup-morning-2026@lanternpodcasts.com
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  Knockout Bracket Lands as Canada Surges and USMNT Loads Up — June 30, 2026 30.06.2026 8min

  2026 FIFA World Cup knockout bracket is set, with Canada celebrating a historic win over South Africa and the USMNT preparing for Bosnia-Herzegovina, while the draw fuels arguments over Argentina’s path and the tournament’s VAR threshold. In this episode: Top stories: 1. World Cup knockout stage bracket: Matchups, schedule and path to ... — NBC News https://www.nbcnews.com/sports/soccer/world-cup-knockout-stage-bracket-matchups-schedule-path-final-rcna352195 2. Canada prepares for World Cup Round of 16 after historic victory — Global News https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sKf5HfJT8PI 3. Step Back: When a goal survives VAR after something as jarring as a boot to the head, what is the video team actually allowed to review — and how high is the bar to overturn the referee’s call? 4. US riding wave of confidence to World Cup knockout rounds after strong start to home tournament — GREG BEACHAM and The Associated Press https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2026/06/30/us-riding-wave-confidence-world-cup-knockout-rounds-after-strong-start-home-tournament/ Follow and rate World Cup Morning on Apple Podcasts. Feedback? Email world-cup-morning-2026@lanternpodcasts.com
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  World Cup VAR Enters the Lottery Phase — June 29, 2026 29.06.2026 3min

  2026 FIFA World Cup VAR controversy is shifting from one bad call to a bigger consistency problem, with Ghana-England, Brazil-Scotland and Germany-Ecuador all feeding doubts over when video review steps in. In this episode: Top stories: 1. World Cup 2026: Has VAR become a lottery? - BBC Sport — BBC Sport https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/c8e2ynrp7kro Follow and rate World Cup Morning on Apple Podcasts. Feedback? Email world-cup-morning-2026@lanternpodcasts.com
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  Hosts wobble and roar: US tops Group D, Mexico goes perfect — June 26, 2026 26.06.2026 5min

  USMNT lost 3-2 to Türkiye but still advances as Group D winner, while Mexico beat Czechia 3-0 to complete its first perfect World Cup group stage. The hosts are alive, but the knockout pressure just got real. In this episode: Top stories: 1. World Cup 2026: USMNT stunned by Türkiye in stoppage time, losing perfect group stage run - Yahoo Sports — Steven Goff Contributing writer Fri, June 26, 2026 at 5:01 AM UTC https://sports.yahoo.com/soccer/live/world-cup-2026-usmnt-stunned-by-turkiye-in-stoppage-time-losing-perfect-group-stage-run-003000670.html 2. Mexico beats Czech Republic 3-0 to sweep World Cup group-stage matches | EverythingGP — The Canadian Press https://everythinggp.com/2026/06/24/mexico-beats-czech-republic-3-0-to-to-sweep-world-cup-group-stage-matches/ 3. World Cup VAR review: Germany goal came after boot to the head ... — ESPN https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/49027532/world-cup-2026-var-review-red-card-penalty-handball-goal-line-technology Follow and rate World Cup Morning on Apple Podcasts. Feedback? Email world-cup-morning-2026@lanternpodcasts.com
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  Ronaldo Reboots Portugal and Group K Gets Spicy — June 24, 2026 24.06.2026 4min

  Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal routed Uzbekistan 5-0 in Group K, reviving Portugal’s campaign after the Congo DR draw and tightening a group Colombia had started to control. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Portugal vs. Uzbekistan live score, result, highlights as Cristiano Ronaldo scores first World Cup 2026 goals | Sporting News — Sporting News https://www.sportingnews.com/uk/football/news/portugal-uzbekistan-world-cup-live-score-result-highlights/9573397c2be09e2b0cb9d92a 2. Step Back: As these group tables start getting tight, what actually breaks a tie at the World Cup — goal difference, head-to-head, yellow cards, even a drawing of lots — and how far down that list do teams realistically have to worry? — BBC Sport Follow and rate World Cup Morning on Apple Podcasts. Feedback? Email world-cup-morning-2026@lanternpodcasts.com
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  Haaland Hits Four, Messi’s Record Goal Survives VAR — June 23, 2026 23.06.2026 8min

  Erling Haaland powered Norway into the World Cup knockouts with another brace, while Lionel Messi’s record-breaking Argentina goal survived VAR review as the Golden Boot race turns into a superstar sprint. In this episode: Top stories: 1. FIFA World Cup: Norway 3, Senegal 2 – TSN — TSN https://www.tsn.ca/soccer/fifa-world-cup/video/2026/06/23/fifa-world-cup-norway-3-senegal-2/ 2. World Cup VAR review: Should one of Messi's record-breaking goals have been disallowed? - ESPN — ESPN https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/49027532/world-cup-2026-var-review-red-card-penalty-handball-goal-line-technology 3. Step Back: Now that the U.S. is into the new Round of 32, how does this expanded World Cup knockout bracket actually work — is it a fixed path, or can teams be reseeded as the tournament goes on? 4. Mexico at FIFA World Cup 2026: All players, full squad list, key stats and schedule — Olympics https://www.olympics.com/en/news/fifa-world-cup-2026-mexico-all-players-full-squad-list-key-stats-schedule Follow and rate World Cup Morning on Apple Podcasts. Feedback? Email world-cup-morning-2026@lanternpodcasts.com
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  Canada Runs Riot as VAR Finds a New Flashpoint — June 22, 2026 22.06.2026 4min

  Canada’s 6-0 World Cup rout of Qatar gave the co-hosts their first ever tournament win, while Miguel Almiron’s mouth-covering red card keeps the VAR debate burning. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Highlights | Canada 6-0 Qatar | FIFA World Cup 2026™ — FIFA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTR0DIvBYlg 2. World Cup VAR review: Why was Almiron sent off for covering mouth? - ESPN — ESPN https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/49027532/world-cup-2026-var-review-red-card-penalty-handball-goal-line-technology Follow and rate World Cup Morning on Apple Podcasts. Feedback? Email world-cup-morning-2026@lanternpodcasts.com