EXPOSED: England's Biggest World Cup Problem

EXPOSED: England's Biggest World Cup Problem

England are into the knockout stages... but are they playing well enough to win the World Cup? Has Thomas Tuchel got his biggest decisions right? Wayne Rooney and Emile Heskey debate England's biggest weakness, Harry Kane's role, Jude Bellingham's influence and why breaking down defensive teams remains such a problem. Plus, Wayne wants Harry Kane at Manchester United. What should England expect from DR Congo? Who are the real World Cup favourites? And who do Wayne and Emile believe will be lifting the trophy?

Why Scotland Played Straight Into Brazil's Hands

Did Scotland get their tactics wrong against Brazil? Should England have done more to beat Ghana? And could Brazil be the team to beat under Carlo Ancelotti? Wayne Rooney is joined by Paul Lambert to analyse Scotland's World Cup defeat, questioning whether they walked right into Brazil’s trap. They also discuss Steve Clarke's record, Scotland's slim chances of progressing and the hard lessons they must learn. Plus, Wayne and Paul share stories about the Brazil teams they faced, and why Messi and Ronaldo are still the best.

Essien & Rooney: ‘We’d have done the Suárez handball’

Could an African nation finally win the World Cup? How close did Ghana come to making history? Wayne Rooney and Michael Essien relive glory, heartbreak and unforgettable battles From Ghana's unforgettable rise at the 2006 World Cup to the heartbreak of Luis Suárez's infamous handball in 2010, Michael Essien reflects on carrying the hopes of a nation, the pressure of football's biggest stage and why Ghana still believe their greatest achievement is still to come. The pair also revisit the brutal battles between Manchester United and Chelsea, discuss José Mourinho's winning mentality, and reveal why facing each other was one of the toughest challenges of their careers.

Tim Cahill On The World Cup That Changed Everything

What’s it like to score your country’s first-ever World Cup goal? What separates World Cup winners from everyone else? And can England finally go all the way? Tim Cahill sits down with Wayne to relive Australia’s plucky 2006 World Cup campaign, what life was like under Guus Hiddink and reveals the mentality that took him from Australia to Millwall, Everton and football’s biggest stage. They also debate England’s chances under Thomas Tuchel, why character can matter more than talent at major tournaments and the moments that define careers. Plus, Everton memories, Wayne’s wish that he’d spent longer playing alongside Cahill and life after football.

UNCOVERED: Clichy on Mbappe, Henderson and France 2010

Gaël Clichy joins Wayne for the latest World Cup debate covering England's hopes, France's expectations and Jordan Henderson's controversial selection. There's also a passionate defence of Kylian Mbappé, with comparisons to an all-time great and a warning that football sometimes does not fully appreciate brilliance until it's gone. This is a fascinating look inside life at a major tournament, with the truth behind France's infamous 2010 World Cup controversy and why modern defenders are struggling. Plus, predictions, dark horses and who could lift the trophy.