# Messi Delivers, The England Plan, Ken Early's America

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Podcast: [The Second Captains Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-second-captains-podcast-2501702)
Published: 2026-06-18T17:00:46+00:00
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Duration seconds: 1237

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Ken is having a great time at this World Cup and has chosen wisely so far, catching Messi's hat trick, The Azteca on opening night and England putting in one of their best ever World Cup performances... at least that's what MOST people thought. Next up its Brazil for Ken, and with loads of surprise results and some of the big stars shining, its shaping up to be a great tournament. To listen to all our World Cup programming throughout the week,  join the Second Captains World Service . There’s no contracts, no hidden fees and shows can be listened to on all good podcast apps, on Spotify or through our website. It’s independent, commercial-free and member-led with feature interviews, breaking news, Ken’s Football Show, The Politics Podcast, and lots of added extras. You’ll also be supporting the development of our longer-form work, such as our international series’   ‘Where Is George Gibney?’  and  Stakeknife. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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