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The Hartlepool Flymo Massacre | 2026 FIFA World Cup
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France had a beautiful day as they eased past Morocco to reach the semi-finals of the World Cup. Can anyone stop them? Pete, Luke and David reflect on last night’s football on today’s Ramble.
Elsewhere, Dan Burn has been doing some big, beautiful backflips. Could owning sheep help teams win the World Cup? Plus, Luke and David question whether Pete really owns a chainsaw.
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