World Cup: Cape Verde Stun Spain
6/16/202634 min
Cape Verde produce the shock of the World Cup so far after holding Spain to a goalless draw.
Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith react to a remarkable result and ask what went wrong for one of the tournament favourites. Guillem Balague joins the pod to assess Spain's performance, what needs to change and whether Cape Verde can build on a historic point.
Guillem also discusses Egypt's Abdelkarim following his recent move to Barcelona and explains why he's one of the most exciting young talents at the tournament.
BBC North America correspondent Shaimaa Khalil joins after attending Iran's World Cup match in Los Angeles. She reflects on the atmosphere around a highly anticipated fixture and what it was like to be there.
Plus, Rick and Lloyd take on Santa Monica's bike paths on a tandem bike, but one of LA's rental bikes has some unexpected feedback for Lloyd.
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[upbeat music] The Football Daily Podcast. At the FIFA World Cup 2026. With Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith.
Rick Edwards· Host1:09
So we're into match day five of the World Cup. Me and Lloyd are at our base for the tournament, which is outside of Ye Olde King's Head in Santa Monica. Uh, today, just wanted to mention that we went and had a lovely lunch with producer Jonathan.
Lloyd Griffith· Host1:24
Yes.
Rick Edwards· Host1:24
And then we went for a little mooch around some shops nearby. And then when it was time to come home and watch the Iran-New