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England Fixtures

06Jul
🇲🇽 Mexico - 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
Mexico City Stadium, Calzada de Tlalpan 3665, Coyoacán, Ciudad de México, MEX
From 02:00 AM to 04:00 AM
26Sep
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England - 🇪🇸 Spain
Wembley
From 08:45 PM to 10:45 PM
29Sep
🇨🇿 Czechia - 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
Fortuna Arena
From 08:45 PM to 10:45 PM
03Oct
🇭🇷 Croatia - 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
Stadion Maksimir
From 06:00 PM to 08:00 PM
06Oct
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England - 🇨🇿 Czechia
Wembley
From 08:45 PM to 10:45 PM

NUFC TV

Posted on Wednesday, 01 July 2026
Kluivert 🤝 Woltemade - Two memorable flicks, 21 years apart 🪄 #newcastle #football
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Posted on Wednesday, 24 June 2026
Howay the Gameshow - delivered by InPost
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Posted on Wednesday, 24 June 2026
HOWAY THE GAMESHOW | Newcastle Players vs Legends!
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Posted on Tuesday, 23 June 2026
Knox Hydrate becomes Newcastle United’s Front-of-Shirt Partner for the next three years.
Newcastle United
Posted on Friday, 19 June 2026
Can Bruno name the Top 5 Brazilian World Cup Goalscorers since 2002? 🤔🇧🇷
Newcastle United
Posted on Wednesday, 17 June 2026
A local lad on the biggest of stages 🥹 This is his story. This is Origins 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 #worldcup
Newcastle United
Posted on Tuesday, 16 June 2026
Yoane Wissa talks about playing for DR Congo at the World Cup. 🇨🇩 #fifaworldcup #football
Newcastle United
Posted on Monday, 15 June 2026
Favourite World Cup goals 🌎🏆 #newcastle #fifaworldcup #football #worldcup
Newcastle United
Posted on Sunday, 14 June 2026
Elanga chats all things #FIFAWorldCup. 🙌 This is his story. This is Origins. 🇸🇪 #fifaworldcup
Newcastle United
Posted on Sunday, 14 June 2026
Woltemade dreamed it as a kid. Now, he’s living it. This is his story. This is Origins. 🇩🇪
Newcastle United
Posted on Saturday, 13 June 2026
Bruno sits down to discuss #FIFAWorldCup 🇧🇷 #newcastle #football #brazil
Newcastle United
Posted on Friday, 12 June 2026
First World Cup memories with the lads 🌎🏆 #newcastle #football #FIFAWorldCup #WorldCup
Newcastle United

Latest News

Insider lifts lid on Arsenal’s “dithering and stubbornness” as they miss out on star who “badly wanted” to sign
Friday, 03 July 2026
One of the most reliable Arsenal news accounts Hand of Arsenal has been heavily critical of the club for how they missed out on Jeremy Monga. The 16-year-old Leicester City wonderkid is now widely expected to join Manchester City instead of the Gunners, with HoA slamming the north Londoners for t
Newcastle United
Friday, 03 July 2026
Marco Gabbiadini reflects on Newcastle agreeing a deal to sell Sandro Tonali to Spurs.
Everton facing competition after long pursuit – Aston Villa and Newcastle now in picture
Friday, 03 July 2026
Newcastle United, Aston Villa, Everton and Fulham are all in the picture to sign Atalanta’s El Bilal Touré this summer. The Merseyside club’s interest in the striker isn’t new. In fact, there’s been claims of the Toffees as an option for the past four years. In August 2024, La Dea considered offe
Newcastle United reach complete agreement for record breaking transfer – Magpies medical this week
Friday, 03 July 2026
Bazoumana Touré is set to join Newcastle United after they reached an agreement with Hoffenheim for a record breaking deal this week. BILD Frankfurt report that the 20-year-old is scheduled for a medical this week before his big move to St James Park is finalised. Newcastle pay €50m According to
Newcastle United want to know if fullback wants to join them – And how much he wants
Friday, 03 July 2026
Earlier this week, Sport Witness covered claims from Italy that Newcastle United are in the picture to sign Sevilla’s Joaquín Martínez Gauna, also known as Oso. The Spanish media have joined to back up Newcastle United’s interest when covering the latest on the left-back. His future remains unce
Newcastle United have Tonali replacement lined up – Club getting ready for sale
Friday, 03 July 2026
Newcastle United are set to lose Sandro Tonali soon and they might have already identified a replacement in Nicolo Fagioli. In the last few weeks, Sport Witness have covered Tottenham’s interest in the Fiorentina star. They were considering a formal offer for the midfielder, who joined La Viola o
Bruno Guimaraes, Alex Scott – 5 alternatives for Arsenal after missing out on Mateus Fernandes & Sandro Tonali
Thursday, 02 July 2026
Arsenal were at various points linked with both Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali, but they’re both off to Tottenham, so who else is there? The Premier League champions can already boast a midfield containing some top players such as Declan Rice, Martin Zubimendi, and Myles Lewis-Skelly, but Mik
(Photo) Star on way to Tottenham medical, already drops major hint about next transfer
Thursday, 02 July 2026
Sandro Tonali hasn’t even been officially confirmed as a new Tottenham player yet and he’s already thinking about a possible return to AC Milan in the future. The Italy international previously played for Milan before his spell at Newcastle United, and he’s now closing in on a big-money move to S
“Pay close attention” – Newcastle could repeat Tonali move as midfielder flies to Tottenham medical
Thursday, 02 July 2026
Newcastle United could shop in the Italian market once again as they seek a replacement for Sandro Tonali. That’s the opinion of journalist Niccolò Ceccarini, who has reported on possible targets for the Magpies today as Tonali heads to Tottenham Hotspur. Tottenham medical According to his inform
“De Zerbi deserves the credit” – Sandro Tonali shares multiple reasons for transfer from Newcastle to Tottenham
Thursday, 02 July 2026
Sandro Tonali is set to join Tottenham from Newcastle United in a record-breaking deal for the London club. The Italian has now provided his perspective about the transfer. For months, the Italian press were convinced he would leave the Magpies this summer. Initially, Juventus was pushed as a des

Geordie Boot Boys

NEW! Download the TalkingPoints App, create your own newsfeed and join the conversation
Thursday, 18 June 2026
The TalkingPoints app is now live!With more than 60,000 users signed up across the network and rapidly rising, there is now a live TalkingPoints app – perfect for Newcastle United fans.The app allows you to curate your own news feed for different sports and teams of your choice.There is a mix of wri
Ewen Jaouen reveals immediate thoughts on Newcastle United’s training ground after signing
Wednesday, 10 June 2026
Ewen Jaouen is raring to go at Newcastle United after officially becoming their first signing of the summer. The goalkeeper has completed a move from Reims as Newcastle United look to right the wrongs of last season by moving quickly in the transfer market. Jaouen is a highly-rated young goalkeeper
Kieran Maguire’s verdict on PIF selling Newcastle United after LIV Golf U-turn
Tuesday, 09 June 2026
After plunging hundreds of billions of dollars into sport, Newcastle United owners PIF are scaling back their overseas investments.The Public Investment Fund governor and Newcastle chairman Yasir Al-Ramayyan has been ordered by Saudi Crown Prince Mohamed bin Salman to concentrate more on matters at
Fabrizio Romano confirms Ewen Jaouen transfer fee as Newcastle United close in
Monday, 08 June 2026
Newcastle United’s first signing of the summer is almost here, with goalkeeper Ewen Jaouen set to complete his move to the club. The Reims goalkeeper might be one of the future, but it is promising to see Newcastle United scour different markets after last summer’s mess. Indeed, Jaouen is a highly-r
Opinion: Progress at last as Newcastle United completely revamp their transfer stance
Monday, 08 June 2026
A promising quote from a source close to Newcastle United proves the club really have learned from the Alexander Isak saga. While fans might roll their eyes at the constant discourse about Isak, there’s little doubt his messy move to Liverpool proved to be a defining moment in Newcastle United’s sea
Every Newcastle United star playing at FIFA World Cup 2026 this summer
Sunday, 07 June 2026
Newcastle United will be well-represented at the 2026 World Cup. While it was a disappointing campaign for Newcastle United, their squad is still packed to the rafters with international talent. Indeed, there are good players to work with on Tyneside, which should raise hope for next season – althou
National media issue verdict on Newcastle star Dan Burn’s performance after England beat New Zealand
Sunday, 07 June 2026
Newcastle United star Dan Burn was among the many to feature during England’s friendly win over New Zealand in Tampa ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The Newcastle United defender is not expected to start when the tournament rolls around but, while not to be condescending, the mere fact he’s involved i
Jordan Pickford reveals why he’s pleased Anthony Gordon left Newcastle for Barcelona
Sunday, 07 June 2026
Newcastle United selling Anthony Gordon to Barcelona has gone down very well with a certain Jordan Pickford, it seems. Pickford, of course, is something of a pantomime villain among Newcastle United fans given his strong connection to rivals Sunderland. Newcastle United supporters love little more t
Report: Why Newcastle United are concerned that Victor Munoz won't sign for them
Friday, 05 June 2026
Newcastle United are ramping up their attempts to strengthen their squad in the transfer market – but there is a concern over Osasuna forward Victor Munoz. Following the sale of Anthony Gordon, Newcastle United are looking to add to their squad. Munoz is said to be a leading transfer target. The 22-
Newcastle United insider reacts amid Lewis Hall to Manchester United transfer rumours
Thursday, 04 June 2026
It seems the idea that Lewis Hall could actually leave Newcastle United this summer is remote despite frequent links with Manchester United. Frankly, it’s now hard to see how this doesn’t result in a new contract for Hall at Newcastle United – although the club have certainly been here before. Indee

The Mag

England last 16 match against Mexico set to be moved by six hours
Friday, 03 July 2026
The England v Mexico match is set to be moved by six hours.Currently scheduled to be played at 1am (UK time) on Monday morning, BBC Sport have reported that it is going to be moved to 7pm (UK time) on Sunday.This would mean a move for England from 6pm to 12 noon local time on Sunday in Mexico.The ma
Hope, fear and a new beginning
Friday, 03 July 2026
Being a Newcastle United fan has never been easy. We are dreamers by nature, optimists by necessity, and experts in emotional rollercoasters. This summer feels like all three rolled into one.Twelve months ago, we watched Alexander Isak leave for Liverpool.It was a gut punch. He wasn’t just our best
Arsenal fans commenting on Bruno Guimaraes moving to the Emirates
Friday, 03 July 2026
Arsenal fans have been reacting after claims that Bruno Guimaraes could be moving to the Emirates.This purely coming from media claims that the Newcastle United captain allegedly is set to join the Gunners.Bruno Guimaraes of course is still out at the World Cup finals and starring for Brazil, who wi
Premier League club gets rid of fourth manager in ten months
Friday, 03 July 2026
Nottingham Forest are at it again, with manager Vitor Pereira now jettisoned.Evangelos Marinakis moving out yet another one.That makes it four managers the Nottingham Forest owner has got rid of in less than 10 months.The Forest supremo triggering a ‘mutual’ termination clause in Pereira’s contract.
2026 World Cup golden boot top scorers and most assists with only 19 games to go
Friday, 03 July 2026
The 2026 World Cup is now approaching the last 16 stage.We watched on as 72 group games produced 215 goals.Then another 34 goals in the 13 of the 16 matches played so far in the round of 32.So that is 249 goals scored so far in 85 matches.There are now only 19 games remaining, the 19th of those is t
Newcastle United duo set to have Jurgen Klopp as their new boss
Friday, 03 July 2026
Jurgen Klopp is set to be the new manager of Germany.Jurgen Nagelsmann having offered his resignation on Thursday.This followed a really poor 2026 World Cup campaign for Germany.They hammered Curacao 7-1 in their opening group match but looked poor in the following three games.Germany never looked c
Day 23 of the 2026 World Cup finals as 13 now confirmed in last 16 and three to be decided
Friday, 03 July 2026
Welcome to day 23 of the 2026 World Cup finals.We are aiming to bring you a daily round up of the matches to come and recent results.There are 48 countries at these 2026 World Cup finals, the most there has ever been. The matches to take place across Mexico, Canada and the USA.We were left with 32 c
Arsenal claims on Bruno Guimaraes are hilarious
Friday, 03 July 2026
This Arsenal behaviour around Bruno Guimaraes is laughable.Arsenal friendly journalists (and those in general who care little/nothing about the truth) desperate to claim the Newcastle United captain is moving to the Emirates in the very near future.Many Arsenal fans the same, seeing it as a done dea
I just hope Newcastle United have Johan Manzambi signing tied up after watching this
Friday, 03 July 2026
It was last weekend when it was first revealed that Newcastle United were trying to sign Johan Manzambi.Sky Sports reporting that United were in talks to capture the exciting 20-year-old midfielder.After an excellent season with Freiburg (aged only 19 when the 2025/26 Bundesliga season kicked off) J
Day 22 of the 2026 World Cup finals as 10 through and now six of last 16 spots still to fill
Thursday, 02 July 2026
Welcome to day 22 of the 2026 World Cup finals.We are aiming to bring you a daily round up of the matches to come and recent results.There are 48 countries at these 2026 World Cup finals, the most there has ever been. The matches to take place across Mexico, Canada and the USA.We were left with 32 c

Latest News

Newcastle United seek Sandro Tonali replacement as World Cup midfielder 'keen' on move - NewcastleWorld
Friday, 03 July 2026
Newcastle United seek Sandro Tonali replacement as World Cup midfielder 'keen' on moveNewcastleWorldAS Monaco player wants to join Newcastle United this summerRead NewcastleLamine Camara left broken and inconsolable as Newcastle United transfer decision madeChronicle Live
‘Advanced talks’ – Newcastle United close in on another signing after Bazoumana Toure - Read Newcastle
Thursday, 02 July 2026
‘Advanced talks’ – Newcastle United close in on another signing after Bazoumana ToureRead Newcastle
Newcastle United transfer imminent as forward spotted at St James' Park in leaked footage - NewcastleWorld
Friday, 03 July 2026
Newcastle United transfer imminent as forward spotted at St James' Park in leaked footageNewcastleWorld
Newcastle United transfer news LIVE: Bazoumana Toure on Tyneside as Magpies close in on major deal - Chronicle Live
Friday, 03 July 2026
Newcastle United transfer news LIVE: Bazoumana Toure on Tyneside as Magpies close in on major dealChronicle Live
One last time, Richard Hughes: Hurt Newcastle and get €42m star to join Liverpool - Anfield Watch
Friday, 03 July 2026
One last time, Richard Hughes: Hurt Newcastle and get €42m star to join LiverpoolAnfield Watch
Fabrizio Romano reveals what Newcastle have directly ‘told Bruno Guimaraes’ about joining Arsenal - TEAMtalk
Friday, 03 July 2026
Fabrizio Romano reveals what Newcastle have directly ‘told Bruno Guimaraes’ about joining ArsenalTEAMtalk
One clause in Bruno Guimaraes’ contract makes Newcastle United exit difficult - Read Newcastle
Friday, 03 July 2026
One clause in Bruno Guimaraes’ contract makes Newcastle United exit difficultRead Newcastle
Should Arsenal pay £80million for Bruno Guimaraes? - Just Arsenal News
Friday, 03 July 2026
Should Arsenal pay £80million for Bruno Guimaraes?Just Arsenal News
Newcastle set to sign Eli Hall ahead of Premier League approval - NUFC Blog
Friday, 03 July 2026
Newcastle set to sign Eli Hall ahead of Premier League approvalNUFC Blog
Fan Advisory Board: June meeting summary - Newcastle United
Friday, 03 July 2026
Fan Advisory Board: June meeting summaryNewcastle United
Gemma Evans: Wales defender joins Newcastle United after Liverpool exit - BBC
Friday, 03 July 2026
Gemma Evans: Wales defender joins Newcastle United after Liverpool exitBBC
Newcastle United sign former Liverpool defender Evans - WSL Full-Time
Friday, 03 July 2026
Newcastle United sign former Liverpool defender EvansWSL Full-Time
Women. Newcastle United Women sign Gemma Evans - Newcastle United
Friday, 03 July 2026
Women. Newcastle United Women sign Gemma EvansNewcastle United
Newcastle United face Johan Manzambi transfer fear as rivals wait to hijack £42m deal - Chronicle Live
Friday, 03 July 2026
Newcastle United face Johan Manzambi transfer fear as rivals wait to hijack £42m dealChronicle Live
I just hope Newcastle United have Johan Manzambi signing tied up after watching this - The Mag
Friday, 03 July 2026
I just hope Newcastle United have Johan Manzambi signing tied up after watching thisThe Mag
Newcastle United in talks to sign player who looks elite at the World Cup - Read Newcastle
Friday, 03 July 2026
Newcastle United in talks to sign player who looks elite at the World CupRead Newcastle
Newcastle United Namechecked For Serbia Talent As Race Widens - Inside Futbol
Friday, 03 July 2026
Newcastle United Namechecked For Serbia Talent As Race WidensInside Futbol
'Crying': Newcastle United striker issues emotional statement - this is powerful - Shields Gazette
Friday, 03 July 2026
'Crying': Newcastle United striker issues emotional statement - this is powerfulShields Gazette
Partners. Newcastle United to host 'VisitMalta Weekender 2026' at St. James' Park - Newcastle United
Friday, 03 July 2026
Partners. Newcastle United to host 'VisitMalta Weekender 2026' at St. James' ParkNewcastle United
Does this prove the Newcastle United owners have given up? - The Mag
Wednesday, 01 July 2026
Does this prove the Newcastle United owners have given up?The Mag
Newcastle United have held talks over signing Moroccan World Cup standout - Read Newcastle
Saturday, 04 July 2026
Newcastle United have held talks over signing Moroccan World Cup standoutRead Newcastle
Newcastle’ Rebuild Plan Emerges After £100 Million Sandro Tonali Transfer - SB Nation
Friday, 03 July 2026
Newcastle’ Rebuild Plan Emerges After £100 Million Sandro Tonali TransferSB Nation
After World Cup goals are last year's signings finally set to deliver for Newcastle? - BBC
Friday, 03 July 2026
After World Cup goals are last year's signings finally set to deliver for Newcastle?BBC
Newcastle tickets on priority sale - Bristol City FC
Tuesday, 30 June 2026
Newcastle tickets on priority saleBristol City FC

Premier League News

Everton among Premier League clubs tracking Atalanta's Touré - Read Everton
Friday, 03 July 2026
Everton among Premier League clubs tracking Atalanta's TouréRead Everton
Newcastle set to sign Eli Hall ahead of Premier League approval - NUFC Blog
Friday, 03 July 2026
Newcastle set to sign Eli Hall ahead of Premier League approvalNUFC Blog
Liverpool open to Van Dijk offers - Saturday's gossip - BBC
Friday, 03 July 2026
Liverpool open to Van Dijk offers - Saturday's gossipBBC
Burnley 26-27 Home Kit Released - Footy Headlines
Friday, 03 July 2026
Burnley 26-27 Home Kit ReleasedFooty Headlines
Xhaka set to stay at Sunderland despite Chelsea interest - BBC
Friday, 03 July 2026
Xhaka set to stay at Sunderland despite Chelsea interestBBC
The real reason Granit Xhaka snubbed Chelsea transfer to stay at Sunderland - Metro.co.uk
Friday, 03 July 2026
The real reason Granit Xhaka snubbed Chelsea transfer to stay at SunderlandMetro.co.uk
Chelsea face battle with “irritated” Premier League rivals over transfer says insider - Talk Chelsea
Friday, 03 July 2026
Chelsea face battle with “irritated” Premier League rivals over transfer says insiderTalk Chelsea
Spurs submit proposal to make important change to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium - Football London
Friday, 03 July 2026
Spurs submit proposal to make important change to Tottenham Hotspur StadiumFootball London
Why Spurs' statement spending appears set to continue - BBC
Thursday, 02 July 2026
Why Spurs' statement spending appears set to continueBBC
Mateus Fernandes: The reasons why Tottenham have paid £85m for midfielder relegated in back-to-back seasons - Sky Sports
Thursday, 02 July 2026
Mateus Fernandes: The reasons why Tottenham have paid £85m for midfielder relegated in back-to-back seasonsSky Sports
Nathan Ake ‘reaches agreement’ for shock transfer away from the Premier League - talkSPORT
Friday, 03 July 2026
Nathan Ake ‘reaches agreement’ for shock transfer away from the Premier LeaguetalkSPORT
Nathan Ake: Manchester City and Fenerbache in talks over £7m deal for Netherlands defender - BBC
Friday, 03 July 2026
Nathan Ake: Manchester City and Fenerbache in talks over £7m deal for Netherlands defenderBBC
Four-time Premier League winner set for Man City exit - hayters.com
Friday, 03 July 2026
Four-time Premier League winner set for Man City exithayters.com
Fulham make move for Crysencio Summerville while Granit Xhaka stays at Sunderland - The Guardian
Friday, 03 July 2026
Fulham make move for Crysencio Summerville while Granit Xhaka stays at SunderlandThe Guardian
Fulham join Chelsea and Man Utd in race for West Ham winger Crysencio Summerville - Paper Talk - Sky Sports
Saturday, 04 July 2026
Fulham join Chelsea and Man Utd in race for West Ham winger Crysencio Summerville - Paper TalkSky Sports
Manchester United begin talks to sign £50m World Cup star ahead of Arsenal - Metro.co.uk
Friday, 03 July 2026
Manchester United begin talks to sign £50m World Cup star ahead of ArsenalMetro.co.uk
Transfer news LIVE: Rogers to Arsenal latest; Man Utd want Tchouameni - London Evening Standard
Friday, 03 July 2026
Transfer news LIVE: Rogers to Arsenal latest; Man Utd want TchouameniLondon Evening Standard
Declan Rice injury concerns grow as Arsenal face Premier League absence worry - Football London
Friday, 03 July 2026
Declan Rice injury concerns grow as Arsenal face Premier League absence worryFootball London
Arsenal withdraw from talks to sign midfielder as Man City hijack £10m transfer - Metro.co.uk
Thursday, 02 July 2026
Arsenal withdraw from talks to sign midfielder as Man City hijack £10m transferMetro.co.uk
Who are Cape Verde's players? From Premier League flop to Instagram sensation - London Evening Standard
Friday, 03 July 2026
Who are Cape Verde's players? From Premier League flop to Instagram sensationLondon Evening Standard
New Ipswich Town 2026/27 Premier League kits are revealed - East Anglian Daily Times
Friday, 03 July 2026
New Ipswich Town 2026/27 Premier League kits are revealedEast Anglian Daily Times
Northern Ireland goalkeeper on verge of securing return to eight-time Premier League champions - Belfast Telegraph
Friday, 03 July 2026
Northern Ireland goalkeeper on verge of securing return to eight-time Premier League championsBelfast Telegraph
Ronaldo, Neymar, Rice: Why do male footballers pull up their shorts during matches? - The Athletic - The New York Times
Saturday, 04 July 2026
Ronaldo, Neymar, Rice: Why do male footballers pull up their shorts during matches? - The AthleticThe New York Times
QUIZ: Can you identify EVERY 2026/27 Premier League stadium? - Premier League
Thursday, 02 July 2026
QUIZ: Can you identify EVERY 2026/27 Premier League stadium?Premier League

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Get a grip on Mora and take aerial route: what England can do to contain Mexico
03/07/2026
Thomas Tuchel’s team can tame the co-hosts by slowing things down and isolating Raúl Jiménez One of the question marks over Mexico’s team before this World Cup centred on a shortage of obvious star quality. That accusation does not hold any more. Gilberto Mora does not turn 18 until October bu
England’s game against Mexico could be moved to noon local time, 7pm UK time Sunday
03/07/2026
Game originally set to kick off at 6pm local time Could be rescheduled due to risk of thunderstorms England’s World Cup game against Mexico on Sunday could be moved to noon local time (7pm BST), according to local media reports. The round of 16 game at the ‌Estadio Azteca
My Mexico 1986 memories of Maradona, the Azteca and a commentary faux pas | David Pleat
03/07/2026
Working at the 1986 World Cup match was unforgettable thanks to the most controversial goal in history and then the best I have seen live When I took my first television work with ITV at the 1986 World Cup in Mexico, I never imagined I would attend a game that would be an iconic “I was there”