England STUN Mexico at World Cup! My On-The-Ground Reaction & Norway Up Next

Viva Mexico! We're bringing you all the latest after England's monumental win in the Azteca. Direct from Mexico City, Steve gives us his breakdown as a fan - taking us through his emotions and interactions with the Mexico fans. Harry Kane's voice, Montezuma's revenge, and an apology to Thomas Tuchel are all examined, plus Paul, Bob and Steve look ahead to the mouth watering quarter-final clash with Norway and striker Erling Haaland. In wider World Cup news, we examine the controversy over Folarin Balogun's red card, compare Simeone to Brian Marshall, and look ahead to a 2038 World Cup in England. Kylian Mbappé, Harry Kane, Lionel Messi and Diego Maradona all make appearances in another packed edition... We're releasing special World Cup-themed episodes every Thursday across the tournament - and you can also tune into a BONUS livestream reacting to the quarter-finals via the Games Gone YouTube channel this Sunday 12th July at 2pm. Send your questions and voice notes to [email protected] or via WhatsApp 0800 7831997. 0:00 Coming up 0:55 Steve's Azteca experience 10:37 Can England win against Norway? 14:36 Live podcast: 2pm Sun 12th July 14:52 Balogun's red card overturned 17:40 Royal Oak sweepstake corruption 19:29 David Beckham and Diego Simeone reunion 20:56 World Cup win celebration plans 22:29 England 2038 World Cup bid 24:06 Radio 1 report live from the Azteca 24:59 Is Harry Kane England's greatest ever player? 27:07 Has Steve become a national pin-up? 28:16 Which World Cup would you rewatch? 30:54 Favourite World Cup managers 33:33 Mexican Bob the Bucket Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC Sounds. Background Royal Oak FC was founded in 1997 in the back room of the Royal Oak pub by Steve Bracknall and Paul Sampson. Despite decades of effort, the team still fights for survival in the fifth tier of the Sheffield Sunday Imperial League. When a viral clip catapulted Steve to fame in 2024, the BBC came calling - and Game’s Gone was born. Meet The Hosts Steve Bracknall Assistant manager at Royal Oak FC, Steve Bracknall is to many the lifeblood of the club. Having agreed to front the club in terms of marketing and PR, Steve is the link between the fans and the club. No one cares about the Oak like Steve. Loving husband to Our Nikki and doting father to Our Olivia, come Sunday Steve is transformed into a passionate assistant who would literally die for the cause. He cites man management as his strong point. Paul Sampson First team manager and lifelong friend of Steve Bracknall. Paul originally formed the club with Steve. In recent years his commitment to the club has come under scrutiny especially after buying a timeshare in Tenerife and going on multiple golfing trips mid-season leaving Steve to hold the fort. He still has the final say over any tactical decisions that are made much to the annoyance of Steve. Bob the Bucket Club physio and general caretaker Bob the Bucket has been with the club for over ten years. No one really knows why and when he joined but he did. General job roles include putting up nets, filling water bottles alongside prevention and rehab of all Oak players.