Know Ball Podcast EP5 | Semi final analysis & Grand Final Preview

🔥 *The World Cup Final is set... and it's the one we all wanted.* Spain and Argentina booked their places in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final after two fascinating semi-finals, and we're here to break down every tactical battle, controversial decision, and standout performance. In this episode of the **Know Ball Podcast**, we analyse how Spain completely nullified France, discuss Rodri's midfield masterclass, ask whether Lamine Yamal has had an underrated World Cup, and debate whether France were poor or simply outclassed. We then turn our attention to England vs Argentina, where Tuchel's tactical decisions, Harry Kane's performance, Scaloni's gambles, and Messi's leadership all come under the microscope. Finally, we look ahead to a blockbuster World Cup Final: *Spain vs Argentina. Messi vs Yamal. Experience vs Youth. Control vs Chaos.* Can Messi lift one final World Cup, or is this the moment Spanish football begins a new era led by Lamine Yamal? As always, expect plenty of football debate, tactical analysis, hot takes, and a healthy dose of banter. ⚽ *Who wins the World Cup? Argentina or Spain?* Drop your prediction in the comments! 👍 If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to **Like**, **Subscribe**, and turn on notifications for more weekly football content. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ⏱️ Chapters *00:00 – 01:49* Introduction *01:50 – 02:49* Some Bruno Prop and Certain Midfielder Slander *02:50 – 04:09* France vs Spain *04:10 – 05:19* France’s Attack Nullified *05:20 – 07:19* Spain’s Clear Footballing Identity *07:20 – 10:04* Rodri *10:05 – 11:44* Has Yamal Had an Underrated World Cup? *11:45 – 13:59* France’s Poor Game or Spain’s Brilliance? *14:00 – 15:04* Is France’s Game Too Individual-Oriented? *15:05 – 15:59* Spain’s Second Goal: Tactical Breakdown *16:00 – 19:14* Sid’s Konaté Fanboyism *19:15 – 22:04* De la Fuente Appreciation *22:05 – 24:39* Goura’s Pitch for Rodri over Busquets! *24:40 – 27:19* Rodri’s Elite Football IQ *27:20 – 28:49* England vs Argentina *28:50 – 30:09* Siddharth Gets Back at Chiru with the Tuchel Claims *30:10 – 32:39* Tuchel’s Substitutions *32:40 – 38:49* Harry Kane Discussion *38:50 – 39:29* Chiru Gets His Revenge on Siddharth! *39:30 – 40:29* We Loved the Physical First Half *40:30 – 42:39* Scaloni’s Paredes Gamble *42:40 – 43:24* Gordon’s Substitution Backfires on Tuchel *43:25 – 44:59* Bellingham and Messi’s Interaction *45:00 – 50:59* Messi the Leader *51:00 – 56:59* Third-Place Match Preview *57:00 – 01:02:39* The Big Final Preview *01:02:40 – 01:05:29* Did Argentina Peak at the Right Time? *01:05:30 – 01:08:03* Are Lisandro Martínez and Romero Underrated? *01:08:04 – 01:10:44* Is Merino Spain’s Fellaini? *01:10:45 – 01:14:44* Spain Don’t Need Many Chances *01:14:45 – 01:23:59* A Battle Between Two Contrasting Midfields *01:24:00 – 01:33:46* Conclusions #WorldCup2026 #Spain #Argentina #Messi #LamineYamal #Rodri #FootballPodcast #KnowBallPodcast #FootballAnalysis #WorldCupFinal #England #France #HarryKane #Tuchel #Scaloni