Episode
The story behind the World Cup final
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- The Daily Aus
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- Jul 16, 2026
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- 1096
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Summary
No men's team has won back-to-back World Cups since 1962. On Monday morning, Lionel Messi - 39 years old, in what many expect is his final tournament - tries to become the first. His opponent is the teenager he once held in a bathtub. Today we unpack how the World Cup final has been nearly 20 years in the making, and introduce you to the two star players. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam Koslowski Producer: Orla Maher Video Editor: Rosa Bowden Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA? Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us? We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here . Shot on Fujifilm . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.