What is Thomas Tuchel’s tactical plan for England at the World Cup?

Club Glory Or World Cup Win? Gordon to start over Rashford?

Ali, George and Dave discuss the calm before England's World Cup storm, the latest whispers from camp, and whether Anthony Gordon is set to edge ahead of Marcus Rashford in Thomas Tuchel's thinking. Plus: would you rather see your club win its biggest trophy or England win the World Cup? There's also reaction to Scotland's win over Haiti, Australia's impressive start, Germany's seven-goal demolition of Curaçao, and the latest edition of the TEP World Cup Power Rankings. All that, plus travel chaos, Kansas City BBQ, and your SpeakPipe questions as England's World Cup opener edges closer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Stones & Konsa to start over Guehi? And a star is born at MetLife Stadium

Ali and George record from MetLife Stadium, in New Jersey reacting to the latest England news as Thomas Tuchel's World Cup preparations take a slightly bizarre turn, with stolen equipment, a stranded team chef and fresh clues about England's likely starting XI for the opener against Croatia. Is Marc Guéhi at risk of missing out? There's also discussion of Morocco 1-1 Brazil, USA's emphatic 4-1 win over Paraguay, Switzerland's draw with Qatar, updated World Cup power rankings and a look ahead to Netherlands vs Japan. Plus: New York karaoke, World Cup road-trip stories, birthday plans in Kansas City and another day on the ground following England across the USA. -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £50 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://wlsmarkets.adsrv.eacdn.com/C.ashx?btag=a_5851b_775c_&affid=27342&siteid=5851&adid=775c=B20G50WORLDCUP&asclurl=https%3A%2F%2Fbetsbk.com%2Fsignup%3Freferral%3Dtrue%26promo%3DACXXRW0A4U T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Which England player is basically Jesus? Plus: South Korea win, Canada draw, Brazil v Morocco preview

Dave, Ali & George record from New York City, discussing: England talking points, plus Canada 1-1 Bosnia, South Korea 2-1 Czechia, a preview of Brazil v Morocco and so much more. -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- England Pod Bet Builder for Brazil v Morocco: https://wlsmarkets.adsrv.eacdn.com/C.ashx?btag=a_5851b_775c_&affid=27342&siteid=5851&adid=775&c=&asclurl=https%3A%2F%2Fbetsbk.com%2F%3Fspl-action%3Dadd-to-betslip%26spl-cid%3D335997291%26spl-cid%3D335997305%26spl-cid%3D335997373%26spl-cid%3D403454166 Sign up to SBK here to get £50 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://wlsmarkets.adsrv.eacdn.com/C.ashx?btag=a_5851b_775c_&affid=27342&siteid=5851&adid=775c=B20G50WORLDCUP&asclurl=https%3A%2F%2Fbetsbk.com%2Fsignup%3Freferral%3Dtrue%26promo%3DACXXRW0A4U T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

England 3-0 Costa Rica & The England Pod lands in the USA for World Cup kick-off

Ali and George record from New Jersey, discussing England's 3-0 win over Costa Rica and the biggest selection questions facing Thomas Tuchel. Plus: Mexico beat South Africa in the opening game of the tournament in the midst of three red cards, and we outline our plans for the next few weeks as we follow England's World Cup journey from the USA. -- England Pod Bet Builder for USA v Paraguay: https://wlsmarkets.adsrv.eacdn.com/C.ashx?btag=a_5851b_775c_&affid=27342&siteid=5851&adid=775&c=&asclurl=https%3A%2F%2Fbetsbk.com%2F%3Fspl-action%3Dadd-to-betslip%26spl-cid%3D402117803%26spl-cid%3D335996216 Sign up to SBK here to get £50 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://wlsmarkets.adsrv.eacdn.com/C.ashx?btag=a_5851b_775c_&affid=27342&siteid=5851&adid=775c=B20G50WORLDCUP&asclurl=https%3A%2F%2Fbetsbk.com%2Fsignup%3Freferral%3Dtrue%26promo%3DACXXRW0A4U T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

England World Cup Preview: Hope, Fear and Belief

We're on our way. Ali Maxwell is joined by James Allcott for one big England-specific preview before the tournament begins. From Thomas Tuchel's impact and the emergence of Elliot Anderson & Nico O'Reilly and the growing sense that this England team might just have something special, the pair discuss all the reasons for optimism heading into the summer. But it wouldn't be England without a healthy dose of anxiety. They also open the Fear Amnesty Box: concerns about the heat, questions over England's defence, breaking down deep blocks, difficult knockout paths, and whether this team can finally overcome the psychological barriers that have tripped up previous generations. Plus: Croatia first up, Portugal or Argentina in the distance, Thomas Tuchel's leadership, Anthony Barry's influence, and why supporting England might be at its best when you're excited, fearful and hopeful all at once. Come on England. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]