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Alex Crook and Troy Deeney are live from New York City with a massive preview of the World Cup semi-finals as the final four prepare for battle.The boys take a deep dive into the blockbuster clash between France and Spain. Can Kylian Mbappé fire Les Bleus to another final, or will Spain's midfield maestros dominate? Troy breaks down how to stop the French machine and we also hear from the new Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso who explained his views on the match.PLUS attention turns to the heavyweight showdown between England and Argentina. After the Three Lions' dramatic quarter-final escape, the guys debate how England can stop Lionel Messi and company. Troy also discusses Noni Madueke and whether we'll see him play a part in this match as well as revealing who he would start at number 10, Lionel Messi or Jude Bellingham... It's the final four of the 2026 World Cup and this is your comprehensive preview on the talkSPORT World Cup Daily.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORT & @talkSPORT2Instagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTPhoto Credit: Getty Images

With the World Cup nearing its conclusion, Natalie Sawyer, former Scotland assistant manager Mark McGhee and Joe Shennan bring you an ultimate big-match preview as England prepare for a monumental World Cup semi-final showdown against Argentina.The team looks ahead to a historic clash of the titans, debating how Thomas Tuchel's side can handle the immense pressure, shut down the reigning World champions, and secure a spot in the final.PLUS as we're well into the business end of the competition, the guys take a look back at an incredible month of football, sharing their personal favorite, most chaotic, and unforgettable moments of the World Cup so far.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORT & @talkSPORT2Instagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTPhoto Credit: Getty Images

Join Adrian Durham, Stuart Pearce, and Jim Proudfoot for the ultimate post-match breakdown of a nail-biting World Cup quarter-final. For only the fourth time in history, England are World Cup semi-finalists!The team dissects a tense, tactical battle, brings you all the vital post-match interviews with Captain Harry Kane, Elliot Anderson and boss Thomas Tuchel, and we look ahead to what comes next.Plus, we react to the day's other blockbuster fixture, where World champions Argentina survived a dramatic showdown against a fiercely disciplined, 10-man Switzerland to punch their own ticket to the final four.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORT & @talkSPORT2Instagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTPhoto Credit: Getty Images

Join Adrian Durham, Stuart Pearce and Jim Proudfoot in Miami, Florida to look ahead to the quarter-final clash between England and Norway.The team discusses how England should lineup in defence due to absences, how to stop Erling Haaland and the importance winning the midfield battle. Plus, Spain are through to the semi-finals where they will face France after beating Belgium thanks to another Mikel Merino winner. YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORT & @talkSPORT2Instagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTPhoto Credit: Getty ImagesProducer: Robby Williams

Natalie Sawyer is live from Boston alongside Mark McGhee and Joe Shennan as France become the first team through to the World Cup semi-finals with a 2-0 win over Morocco.The team also discuss Mbappé’s record-breaking World Cup form, the debate over stuttered penalty run-ups and ask: how do you beat this France side?Plus, attention turns to England’s huge clash with Norway. How do you stop Erling Haaland? Dan Burn has his say, while Natalie, Mark and Joe look at England’s injury and illness concerns, Jarrell Quansah’s two-match ban and the controversy around FIFA’s disciplinary decisions.There’s also a preview of Spain v Belgium as both sides aim to book their place in the World Cup semi-finals.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORT & @talkSPORT2Instagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTPhoto Credit: Getty Images

Alex Crook and Troy Deeney are in New York City for a gloriously chaotic World Cup Daily, as “Cowboy Crooky” takes on the Big Apple - complete with Crooky’s hat, karaoke, hot wings & hot dogs.On the football side, the tournament has reached the business end. The lads take stock of the World Cup so far, debate whether the extended format has won them over, pick their favourite game. Troy also gives a harsh take on Roberto Martínez, England’s defensive concerns, why they need to keep the ball better,and the huge quarter-final showdown with Norway - Kane v Haaland, Golden Boot pressure and whether Harry Kane is England’s greatest ever striker.Plus, is Jude Bellingham proving the doubters wrong? France v Morocco, Egypt’s complaints and Troy’s biggest challenge yet: can he handle the mustard?YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORT & @talkSPORT2Instagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTPhoto Credit: Getty Images

Natalie Sawyer is in Atlanta after an all-time World Cup classic, as Argentina come from two goals down to beat Egypt 3-2 and keep their title defence alive. We discuss Messi’s missed penalty and emotional equaliser, Enzo Fernandez’s stunning added-time winner and the VAR controversy that left Egypt furious. Plus, Switzerland knock out Colombia on penalties to reach their first World Cup quarter-final since 1954, we preview the last-eight ties all live on talkSPORT.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORT & @talkSPORT2Instagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTPhoto Credit: Getty Images

Natalie Sawyer is joined by former Scotland assistant manager Mark McGhee and commentator Joe Shennan following a monumental night of World Cup football as Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal crashed out and Belgium hammered the hosts, the USA.The team debate whether we have officially seen the last of Cristiano Ronaldo on a World Cup pitch after Portugal's heartbreaking exit to Spain and whether never winning a World Cup has damaged Ronaldo's legacy.They also delve into the drama surrounding Belgium’s 4-1 win over the USA, asking if justice was finally served after the Folarin Balogun red card saga as Donald Trump even weighed in - we'll hear from him in the episode.PLUS they also give their reflections on England’s historic victory over Mexico at the Azteca, dissecting how Thomas Tuchel’s side dug deep to overcome the elements and the hosts in their own backyard.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORT & @talkSPORT2Instagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTPhoto Credit: Getty Images

Adrian Durham is joined by Stuart Pearce and Jim Proudfoot at the Azteca Stadium as England secure a historic, breathtaking victory in Mexico City to seal their place in the quarter-finals.They break down a truly legendary night for English football, dissecting how Thomas Tuchel’s side tore up the history books to conquer one of the game's ultimate fortresses. Jim delivers the stunning stats from an unforgettable performance, while Stuart reflects on how the Three Lions defied the suffocating heat and altitude to beat Mexico on their home patch at one of football’s most intimidating fortresses.Plus, you’ll hear exclusive reaction from Thomas Tuchel, Jordan Pickford and a hoarse Harry Kane.YouTube: @talkSPORTX: @talkSPORT & @talkSPORT2Instagram: @talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORTPhoto Credit: Getty Images