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Copa Independent | The best World Cup semi-finals… ever?

On the latest episode of Copa Independent, Lawrence Ostlere is joined by Miguel Delaney in Atlanta and Kieran Jackson to preview the World Cup semi-finals: England v Argentina and Spain v France, a last four featuring the top four ranked teams and four previous winners.

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Copa Independent | Can anyone stop France? Plus our bold England vs Norway predictions

Lawrence Ostler is joined by Miguel Delaney, Richard Jolly and Kieran Jackson to react to France’s 2-0 win over Morocco, with Kylian Mbappé central to an imperious performance. After looking ahead to Friday's quarter-final of Spain vs Belgium, they preview England v Norway in the Miami heat and humidity, debating…

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Copa Independent | Where does Harry Kane’s talismanic double rank in all-time England World Cup moments?

It was a great escape from England against DR Congo – and it was their captain fantastic Harry Kane who got them out of jail in Atlanta.

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Copa Independent | England’s tricky DR Congo test – and why World Cup’s new order are stunning European giants

On the latest episode of Copa Independent, Kieran Jackson in Santa Clara and Miguel Delaney in Atlanta preview England’s last-32 clash against DR Congo – a team that should not be underestimated. Which way will Thomas Tuchel go with his wingers and full-backs? What and who do the Three Lions…

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Copa Independent | Why England’s issues are mounting – and who could be the next Scotland manager?

Thomas Tuchel’s England side progressed to the knockout stage as Group L winners after a 2-0 victory over Panama – but are there more questions than answers for the Three Lions ahead of their last-32 clash against DR Congo on Wednesday?

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‘Superb’ Ghana give England a tough run: “It feels like a step back”

After a disappointing second game ended in a nil-nil draw, how much of this outcome was down to England’s failure to push through? Was there anything they could have done against Ghana’s impressive defensive play?

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Can anyone even still entertain the Messi v Ronaldo debate?

“Is there anyone alive who honestly believes not just that Ronaldo’s a better plater, but that there’s any sort of debate at all?”

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We’ve been covering football for almost 40 years – ask us anything about the 2026 World Cup

ASK ME ANYTHING: Miguel Delaney and Lawrence Ostlere, hosts of Copa Independent, are here to answer all of your World Cup questions

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Copa Independent | How to win the World Cup

There’s just under one month to go before the 2026 World Cup kicks off. Even before the competition has begun, there’s been heartbreak; massive controversy over prices; heated discussions over referees; and heartbreak for some But among all the nitty gritty, the biggest question remains: How do you actually win…

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Why this could be a World Cup for the underdogs

As more big players struggle with injury, and World Cup set-pieces are expected to be refereed in a completely different way to the Premier League, a few international managers are already adapting plans.

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The great World Cup rip-off: How record-high football prices expose Fifa’s biggest issue

COPA INDEPENDENT: The 2026 World Cup is stacking up to be the most expensive, ever, and it’s the most dedicated fans who will be feeling the weight of the bill the most. In the fifth episode of Copa Independent, Lawrence Ostlere, Miguel Delaney and Kieran Jackson ask: is there anything…

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Was USA ‘94 one of the greatest World Cups ever staged?

In the fourth episode of our new World Cup podcast, Copa Independent, Lawrence Ostlere, Miguel Delaney and Richard Jolly discuss the highs and lows of USA 94 and the tournament’s lasting legacy

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