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On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the fallout from last night's Republic of Ireland 1-0 win over Armenia in the World Cup Qualifiers in Dublin. Heimir Hallgrimsson happy with the three points, and glosses over the performance. Richie Towell questions who can step up in the absence of Jayson Molumby and Ryan Manning. Stuey Byrne on a shaky night for the Boys in Green. England book their World Cup spot. The Bafana Bafana are back. And Trump warns US cities ahead of next summer's tournament. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join Football Daily with thanks to #Toyota #BigBrotherBigSister

The United States Men’s National Team edged Australia 2–1 in a gritty international friendly, with Haji Wright delivering both goals to seal the win. Despite an early setback and a Christian Pulisic injury scare, Mauricio Pochettino’s men showed resilience and attacking intent. Is Matt Freese your in-pen-starter next summer in goal? Alexi Lalas & David Mosse also give updates on World Cup Qualifying around the globe: Cape Verde, South Africa and others punched their tickets, while England cruised behind Harry Kane and Ronaldo broke a qualifying record. Intro: (0:00)Matt Freese is your starter (3:55)Christian Pulisic injured (4:50)Cristian Roldan on 2026 World Cup roster (9:40)USYNT knocked out of U20 World Cup (23:26)2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifying Recap (26:14) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark Chapman and Rory Smith continue the countdown to the 2026 World Cup. Nico Cantor from CBS Sports and Mexican sports journalist Marion Reimers look at Mexico, who will host nine of the tournament’s 104 matches. How will they fare as one of the tournament’s hosts? Can they finally shake off the tag of ‘dark horses’? Former South Africa captain Dean Furman and former Nigeria international Efan Ekoku discuss some of the African teams who may qualify – how are South Africa and Nigeria faring? Plus hear from Cape Verde and Shamrock Rovers defender Roberto Lopes with his country on the edge of qualification for their first ever World Cup. 02.40 – Mexico 24.20 – Bigger picture for African teams 43.45 – Cape Verde

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