Caf Qualifiers

Jimbo's got Duncan Alexander, Colin Millar and Carl Anka along for some international break fun and games. England have been under Thomas Tuchel's tutelage for a year - and his latest squad inclusions and omissions have certainly raised eyebrows. So where do the Three Lions stand at the moment - and how set is the team heading into next summer's World Cup? Plus - a word on the fortunes of the other home nations as qualifying reaches its climax across Europe. CAF qualifiers have thrown up more than a few eye-catching storylines, no least the remarkable Cape Verde on the brink of a place in the 2026 tournament - and the drama surrounding South Africa's docked points. African football expert Maher Mezahi joins us for a deep dive into some of the key issues across the continent. Plus - we react to the news that Uefa have 'reluctantly' granted permission for La Liga and Serie A to stage a game each abroad this winter, meaning European league games will be played on different continents for the first time. Produced by Charlie Jones and Lucy Oliva. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Important quizzing and a quick overview of the last ever October international window... (00.45) • PART 1b: One year of Thomas Tuchel (11.20) • PART 1c: England v Wales preview (19.55) • PART 1d: Group A jeopardy - can Northern Ireland qualify? (26.00) • PART 1e: What of Scotland's hopes? (28.25) • PART 2: Checking in on CAF qualifying with Maher Mezahi (33.50) • PART 3: Headlines elsewhere - Fabio Cannavaro's World Cup return, Women's Champions League - and controversy surrounding fixtures abroad (50.25) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all of the fallout from last night's horror show for the Republic of Ireland in Yerevan. We hear from James McClean, Glenn Whelan, plus manager Heimir Hallgrimsson and captain Nathan Collins after a damaging defeat to Armenia. Last night was a good one for two Shamrock Rovers players, however, with one set to grace next summer's World Cup finals. And last night's CAF qualifiers have come at a cost to Manchester City ahead of Sunday's derby at the Etihad.