The S* Word

The Quarter-Finals are upon us, but where do the remaining 8 teams rank ahead of a huge weekend of games?

Argentina & Egypt just played out an all-time great World Cup Clash in Atlanta, with Master in attendance, but does FIFA favor Messi & Argentina?

The USMNT faced challenges amidst Trump and FIFA controversies. Journalist Zito Madu and legend Brad Friedel discuss their performance. Spain eliminated Ronaldo's Portugal; is Ronaldo or Roberto Martinez to blame? Eric Krakauer gives insight. Enjoy!

England Heroics in the Azteca, was this the most impressive result of the World Cup So Far?!

France scrape past Paraguay, did this prove Mbappé & co are human?

Firstly, thank you Cape Verde, what a joy you were at this World Cup, and what an exit almost taking out Lionel Messi & Argentina!

After needing the controversial snick-o-meter offside to survive a thrilling round of 32 game, how can Portugal beat Spain?

The biggest World Cup is here! talkSPORT brings British football flair to America with Will Gavin and Master Tesfatsion. Enjoy daily debates, analysis, big guests, and hot takes. If Spurs means Tottenham to you, this is your spot. Here, it's always "Football" not "Soccer."

Can anyone beat France? Can anyone beat Mexico in Mexico? Can any stop Erling Haaland?!

Germany Out! The Netherlands Out! What are the reactions like to their early exits back home?

He's called his team Canadian Heroes, but why are people so anti-Jesse Marsch?! We talk about our love for Canada's own Ted Lasso.

The group stage of the 2026 World Cup is done, but not without final day drama. Kane & Bellingham elevate England, can they keep it up?

Can you remember a better World Cup story than Cape Verde making the knockouts, and facing a fairytale tie with holders Argentina?!

How much should the USMNT read into their loss to Türkiye? Should Canada be guaranteed a home knockout game? And how good was Ecuador's win over Germany?! Ariel Helwani joins the show to talk Canada, Nottingham Forest, Elliot Anderson and Conor McGregor. Plus Nate Bukaty on the USMNT and Christine Unkel on Germany's goal NOT being disallowed.

The biggest World Cup is here! talkSPORT brings British football flair to America with Will Gavin and Master Tesfatsion. Enjoy daily debates, analysis, big guests, and hot takes. If Spurs means Tottenham to you, this is your spot. Here, it's always "Football" not "Soccer."

Will & Flex unpack England's poor draw with Ghana and debate if Ronaldo is a flat track bully.

Another Messi Masterclass leaves us wondering, is the GOAT debate settled for good? Master & Will debate it, and they launch an all-sport GOAT draft, All that being said about Lionel... could Kylian Mbappé catch the goal record as soon as this World Cup? We're joined by North-East football royalty, Argentine Julio Arca, and French football savant Erik Bielderman.

Spain dominate, history for Cape Verde AND Egypt, plus 4Q football. Guests include Aly Martin, Michael Lahoud, Felipe Cardenas & Christina Unkel.

We discuss big wins for the Netherlands, Germany and Japan. Master slams Tim Howard's USMNT takes, plus Andy Brassell breaks down the latest on Ronaldo.

The USMNT leads Group D with a 2-0 win over Australia. Nate Bukaty talks about the North American World Cup, and Kellyn Acosta analyzes their performance. Paul Lambert shares insights on Scotland's loss to Morocco and penalty claims.

Can USMNT and Scotland make history? Brad Friedel talks World Cup keepers, Andi Petrillo dissects Canada's massive win, plus Laurie Horesh and Master go head-to-head.

Mbappe, Haaland, and Messi shine on World Cup night. Will & Master debate if Kane or Ronaldo will perform similarly and if Messi deserved a red card. Stefano Fusaro joins to discuss these points, alongside whether it's ever wise to leave games early and the implications of the new 4-quarter football format.

World Cup drama unfolds! The lads react to Cape Verde's shock draw with Spain, debate England vs. USA, and welcome guests Ali Howarth and viral Scottish fan John MacLean.

Reacting to viral fan clips and Trump trophy drama! Plus, Kevin Hatchard and Michael Lahoud join to break down how European and African sides are faring.