# WORLD CUP DAY 39: Argentina got what they deserved and "England players must think for themselves."

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Podcast: [The Game](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-game-1066443)
Published: 2026-07-20T14:46:06+00:00
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Well, it is finally over. World Cup 2026 didn't get the final it deserved but it was a fabulous festival of football.  Tom Clarke, Tony Cascarino, Gregor Robertson and Tom Allnutt assess the final - a disgraceful display from Argentina but a footballing triumph for Spain. Then we pick our team of the tournament, reflect on England and hear from Tom Allnutt who suggests England players could learn from Spain by producing players who are better at thinking for themselves in pressure situations.  Plus best moments, worst teams and favourite memory.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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