Ask any football fan about their typical matchday and the answer will likely sound very different to what it would have

Lionel Messi starts for Argentina today as their World Cup defence continues with a last-16 tie against Mohamed Salah’s Egypt. Argentina survived an almighty scare last time out, defeating Cape Verde 3-2 after extra time in one of the best games of the tournament.

The 93rd match of the 2026 World Cup sees two of Europe’s heavyweights go at it.

On ESPN FC, Mario Suarez and Alex Kirkland join the show to discuss Spain’s 1-0 win over Portugal in the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup, which saw Cristiano Ronaldo play in his final game at a World Cup.

At 41, Cristiano Ronaldo will get another match in a Portugal uniform, thanks to a penalty he scored, a stoppage time header by Goncalo Ramos, and a VAR ruling the Croatia team still doesn't understand.

The 91st match of the 2026 World Cup pits together Premier League rivals Gabriel and Erling Haaland.

Switzerland outlasted Colombia in their World Cup round of 16 match in penalty kicks. They will face Argentina in the quarterfinals.