The England Pod

On a Brooklyn rooftop, Ali, George and Dave take a break from England's World Cup campaign to have a natter about various aspects of England history and being an England fan.

What is England's greatest World Cup goal? Joe Cole against Sweden? Michael Owen against Argentina? Platt? Hurst? The lads make their cases.

They discuss the retro-shirt dilemma, the England moments they'd change forever and memories that have shaped their relationship with England over the years. Plus: stories from the USA, plans for the knockout stages, and a look ahead to England's next game against Ghana.

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England's World Cup campaign could hardly have started better: four goals, a statement win over Croatia and a wave of optimism around Thomas Tuchel's team. But with the emotions settling, Ali and George put the performance under the microscope.

How worried should England fans be about the two goals conceded? Did the defensive unit show genuine vulnerabilities? Is Jordan Pickford's performance a concern?

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Ali, George and Dave reconvene for a calmer, deeper look at England's 4-2 win against Croatia in the World Cup opener.

They discuss Thomas Tuchel's influence on and off the pitch, the second-half transformation, Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham's leadership, the impact of Elliott Anderson, and why England's attacking structure looks very different to recent tournament teams.

Plus: Post Match Speakpipes, Wonderwall, rooftop celebrations, the defensive concerns that still need addressing, and whether England may have discovered a new tournament identity.

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Ali and George react from Dallas after England's 4-2 win over Croatia: Harry Kane's brace, Jude Bellingham's performance, Elliott Anderson's outstanding display, and why England's pressing and attacking intent were as exciting as anything we've seen in years.

It wasn't all good. Croatia scored twice and England looked wobbly defensively at times. But we're happy, and hope you are too.

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Ali and George are in Dallas on the eve of England's opener against Croatia, reflecting on the excitement, nerves and optimism that come with the start of a World Cup. They discuss Thomas Tuchel's decision to call up Trevoh Chalobah, why England fans should keep their expectations in check for the opening game, and what Croatia's experienced side might bring to the contest.

Plus: lessons from the tournament so far, why no team has looked unbeatable yet, France's statement win, the latest TEP World Cup Power Rankings, life on the road in America, and why Kansas City has unexpectedly stolen our hearts.

See you on the other side.

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