FIFA Insight Live: A Training Centre Podcast
Throughout the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, the FIFA Training Centre is taking you inside the game like never before. This fly-on-the-wall audio experience puts listeners inside the car with a team of experts from the FIFA Technical Study Group (TSG) as they travel to all 64 matches at the FIFA World Cup. Members of the TSG will break down the match they've just watched and provide unrivalled technical insight that isn't available anywhere else. Episodes are available soon after every match. These conversations happen frequently behind closed doors in football, but are rarely heard by the public. Throughout the FIFA...
Sun, December 18, 2022
Final: Argentina 3-3 France (AET, Argentina win 4-2 on penalties)
Argentina and Lionel Messi are world champions! In a breathtaking encounter, Messi and his opposite number Kylian Mbappe turned on the style to give us a FIFA World Cup Final for the ages. Messi scored twice, while Mbappe became the first man since Sir Geoff Hurst to score a hat-trick in a FIFA World Cup Final. It was a special occasion and to break it all down are Chris Loxston and Harry Lowe from FIFA. Joining them are Cha Du-Ri, Alberto Zaccheroni, Jürgen Klinsmann and Pascal Zuberbühler. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Sat, December 17, 2022
Third Place Play-Off: Croatia 2-1 Morocco
After losing out in the FIFA World Cup semi-final to Argentina and France repsectively, Croatia and Morcco went head-to-head to claim a third-place finish in Qatar. Croatia came out eventual winners to equal their second-best FIFA World Cup finals finish third, but Morocco make history as the only African team to get so far in the competition. Chris Loxston and Elliott Stonell from FIFA are on hand to discuss the game with Jürgen Klinsmann, Alberto Zaccheroni and Faryd Mondragon. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Wed, December 14, 2022
SF: France 2-0 Morocco
France are on the brink of becoming the first team since Brazil in 1962 to retain the FIFA World Cup after defeating Morocco 2-0 in the semi-final. Didier Deschamps' side now faces Argentina in the final on Sunday, setting up what promises to be a tantalising spectacle. On one side will be the mercurial talents of Kylian Mbappe and on the other, the inspired genius of Lionel Messi. Breaking down the French win over Morocco are Chris Loxston and Elliott Stonell from FIFA. They're joined by Sunday Oliseh, Alberto Zaccheroni and Pascal Zuberbühler. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Wed, December 14, 2022
SF: Argentina 3-0 Croatia
Lionel Messi inspired Argentina to a comprehensive 3-0 victory over Croatia. It means Messi and his teammates will face either France or Morocco in the FIFA World Cup final on Sunday with history staring them in the face. Breaking this down are Chris Loxston and Harry Lowe from FIFA. They're joined by Jürgen Klinsmann, Cha Du-Ri and Frayd Mondragon. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Sat, December 10, 2022
QF: England 1-2 France
Reigning FIFA World Cup holders France took one step closer to retaining their world champions crown as they edged out England in a thrilling quarter-final clash. After enjoying the best of the first-half, the French side had to weather the storm as England dominated after the interval, but eventually did enough to win the game through Olivier Giroud's header. Harry Kane, who had earlier scored a penalty to draw England level and also equal Wayne Rooney's record goal tally for the Three Lions, also blazed another spot-kick over the bar as France eventually won the game to progress to the semi-final. Chris Loxston and Elliott Stonell from FIFA are joined by Jürgen Klinsmann, Cha Du-Ri and Pascal Zuberbühler to talk this one through. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Sat, December 10, 2022
QF: Morocco 1-0 Portugal
Morocco became the first ever African nation to reach a FIFA World Cup semi-final as they defeated Portugal 1-0 in a tense, dramatic affair. From being tournament underdogs at the start of the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, the Morocco team are now just one game away from creating even more history. Their victory means it looks like the end of the road for Cristiano Ronaldo at FIFA World Cups with the Portuguese star, at 37, probably playing his last game for his country. Lisa Fallon discusses this game with Alberto Zaccheroni and Sunday Oliseh. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Sat, December 10, 2022
QF: Netherlands 2-2 Argentina (AET, Argentina win 4-3 on penalties)
Lionel Messi and Argentina kept their FIFA World Cup dream alive as they advanced to the semi-finals at the expense of the Netherlands. In a dramatic game, Argentina had been ahead 2-0 with just seven minutes remaining. But after pulling one back, Netherlands equalised after 10 minutes of added time. That sent the game into extra-time and eventually penalties where Emi Martinez saved twice to help Argentina on their way to a 4-3 shoot-out win. In the car to break this down are Lisa Fallon and Elliott Stonell from FIFA. Sunday Oliseh, Alberto Zaccheroni and Faryd Mondragon join them. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Fri, December 09, 2022
QF: Croatia 1-1 Brazil (AET, Croatia wion 4-2 on penalties)
Croatia reached their second consecutive semi-final at the FIFA World Cup as they defeated Brazil on penalties after a thrilling encounter. The game had been goalless until extra-time, when Neymar thought he had won it for the Samba Boys. But Croatia continued to probe and got their reward when Bruno Petkovic levelled on 117 minutes, sending the game to penalties. Brazil saw two of their spot kicks saved before Marquinhos struck the post to send Croatia to the semi-final. Breaking this game down are Arne Barez, Harry Lowe and Chris Loxston from FIFA. They're joined by Jürgen Klinsman, Cha Du-Ri and Pascal Zuberbühler. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Tue, December 06, 2022
R16: Portugal 6-1 Switzerland
Gonçalo Ramos announced himself on the international syage with a thrilling hat-trick to send Portugal cruising into the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals at the expense of Switzerland. All the talk had been about Cristiano Ronaldo being benched, but come the referee's final whsitle, it was Ramos who had stolen the headlines. What next for Portugal and their talented 21-year-old? Joining Lisa Fallon, Elliott Stonell and Chris Loxston from FIFA are Cha Du-Ri, Jürgen Klinsmann and former Switzerland international Pascal Zuberbühler. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Tue, December 06, 2022
R16: Morocco 0-0 Spain (AET, Morocco win 3-0 on penalties)
Morocco pulled off another shock at the FIFA World Cup, this time defeating Spain on penalties to advance to their first ever quarter-final. It means they will face Portugal in a historic occasion for the country and are the only remaining team from Africa at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Discussing this game are Arne Barez and Harry Lowe from FIFA. They're joined by Sunday Oliseh, Alberto Zaccheroni and Faryd Mondragon. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Tue, December 06, 2022
R16: Brazil 4-1 Korea Republic
Brazil took a huge stride forward in their journey to be crowned world champions with an emphatic and thrilling victory over Korea Republic. The game was over as a competition within 30 minutes as Brazil raced in a 3-0 lead before adding a fourth before half-time. Korea Republic eventually secured a consolation goal, but it's the Samba Boys who steam ahead in the quarter-final of the FIFA World Cup, where they will face Croatia. Arne Barez and Elliott Stonell from FIFA are joined by Jürgen Klinsmann, Faryd Mondragon and Cha Du-Ri. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Mon, December 05, 2022
R16: Japan 1-1 Croatia (AET, Croatia win 3-1 on penalties)
We saw our first penalty shoot-out of the 2022 FIFA World Cup as Croatia and Japan proved inseparable and were tied at 1-1 after 120 minutes of football. It was the Croatian team that held their nerve to win 3-1 in the shoot-out, meaning they are now 3/3 when it comes to FIFA World Cup shoot-outs after previous success in Russia in 2018. Breaking this down are Lisa Fallon and Chris Loxston from FIFA. They are joined by Sunday Oliseh and Alberto Zaccheroni. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Mon, December 05, 2022
R16: England 3-0 Senegal
Gareth Southgate's England continue to impress at the FIFA World Cup, brushing Senegal aside with a comfortable 3-0 victory thanks to goals from Jordan Henderson, Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka. It sets up a mouthwatering quarter-final with France, who had earlier defeated Poland 3-1. Breaking this game down are Lisa Fallon, Harry Lowe and Chris Loxston of FIFA. They're joined by Cha Du-Ri, Jürgen Klinsmann and Pascal Zuberbühler. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Sun, December 04, 2022
R16: France 3-1 Poland
France cruised to victory over Poland in their last 16 clash, inspired by the brillaince of Kylian Mbappe. But it wasn't just Mbappe making headlines as OIivier Giroud opened the scoring to become France's all-time goalscorer in the process, usurping Thierry Henry's previous record. France now move on to the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals to face an in-form England. Breaking this all down are Arne Barez and Elliott Stonell from FIFA. Sunday Oliseh, Alberto Zaccheroni and Faryd Mondragon. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Sun, December 04, 2022
R16: Argentina 2-1 Australia
On Lionel Messi's 1,000th career game, Lionel Messi did Lionel Messi things. The diminutive superstar gave Argentina the springboard they needed to defeat Australia, opening the scoring after 35 minites when it seemed the Socceroos' game plan was working to perfection. There was only going to be one winner from that point and so it proved as Argentina marched into a FIFA World Cup quarter-final clash with the Netherlands. Lisa Fallon from FIFA is joined by Alberto Zaccheroni, Faryd Mondragon and Sunday Oliseh to break this game down. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Sat, December 03, 2022
R16: Netherlands 3-1 USA
Louis van Gaal's Netherlands team has become the first to qualify for the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals after defeating the USA. Memphis Depay, Daley Blind and Denzel Dumfries were all on the scoresheet for the Dutch as they proved the more clinical team to put the USA to the sword. Netherlands had less possession and shots compared to their opponents, but as we've seen throughout this FIFA World Cup, control of the game isn't always reflected in those statistics. Joining Arne Barez, Chris Loxston and Elliott Stonell from FIFA to break it all down are Cha Du-Ri, Jürgen Klinsmann and Pascal Zuberbühler. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Sat, December 03, 2022
Group G: Cameroon 1-0 Brazil
First it was France earlier in the week and now Brazil have been shocked at the FIFA World Cup having qualified already, but losing their winning record on Matchday 3. Like the French, Brazil fielded a much-changed side for this clash, but that shouldn't take away from a passionate and determined performance from Cameroon. They matched Brazil and in stoppage time at the end of the game, got their reward thanks to Vincent Aboubakar. Unfortunately for Cameroon, results elsewhere mean they don't progress, but leave Qatar with a historic win. Breaking this one down are Mark Roberts, Harry Lowe and Chris Loxston from FIFA. They're joined by Alberto Zaccheroni, Sunday Oliseh and Faryd Mondragon. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Fri, December 02, 2022
Group G: Serbia 2-3 Switzerland
It was another high octane match to close out the group stages as Serbia and Switzerland went toe-to-toe in the effort to take second place behind Brazil. And after leading before being pegged back, then trailing only to lead again after two goals either side of the interval, Switzerland did enough to take the points and progress to the knockout rounds. Breaking this one down are Lisa Fallon and Elliott Stonell from FIFA. They're joined by Cha Du-Ri, Jürgen Klinsmann and Pascal Zuberbühler. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Fri, December 02, 2022
Group H: Ghana 0-2 Uruguay
Uruguay knew they needed to score one more than Korea Republic if the day ended with them winning their matches. Leading 2-0 with just minutes remaining, Uruguay were advancing into the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup as Korea Republic were locked in a 1-1 draw with Portugal. But when Korea struck late on to claim a 2-1 victory, it was for Uruguay to get another goal, but it eluded them and they crashed out. This was a game with plenty of spice after Uruguay had knocked Ghana out on penalties in 2010. And just as penalties proved a talking point then, so they did here as Andre Ayew missed a spot kick with the scores level at 0-0. Uruguay took control from that point, but their victory still wasn't enough to advance from Group H. Joing Mark Roberts, Chris Loxston and Harry Lowe from FIFA are Alberto Zaccheroni, Sunday Oliseh and Faryd Mondragon. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Fri, December 02, 2022
Group H: Korea Republic 2-1 Portugal
We witnessed more incredible FIFA World Cup drama as Korea Republic took things right down to the final minutes of Group H. They trailed Portugal early on, but came back to level 1-1 before a stoppage time winner from Hwang Hee-Chan to send them in the knockout stages in Qatar. Cue the amazing scenes as Uruguay were winning 2-0 in their game against Ghana which meant they were headed through until the late Korean strike saw them finish second on goial difference. Joining Lisa Fallon and Elliott Stonell from FIFA are Jürgen Klinsmann, Pascal Zuberbühler and Cha Du-Ri. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Fri, December 02, 2022
Group E: Costa Rica 2-4 Germany
Germany may have finished their group stage on four points, joint with Spain, but it was Luis Enrique's side who progressed on account of their superior goal difference. This game ebbed and flowed and at one stage, being 2-1 ahead, it was Costa Rica who were progressing into the Last 16 ahead of Spain. But Germnay rallied and evenutally won the game 4-2, but it didn't prove enough and they leave Qatar ealy, repeating their FIFA World Cup woes from 2018. Arne Barez and Elliott Stonell from FIFA are on hand to discuss this game with Cha Du-Ri, Faryd Mondragon and Jürgen Klinsmann. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Fri, December 02, 2022
Group E: Japan 2-1 Spain
In one of the shocks of the FIFA World Cup, Japan came from behidn to not only defeat Spain, but run out as Group E winners. Defeating the Spanish means Japan have now taken two major scalps in Qatar after their Matchday 1 victory over Germany. In an incredible game, the Japanese repeated that German success, coming back from 1-0 down at half-time to strike two quick goals and leave Spain in second place. Breaking this down is Mark Roberts, Harry Lowe and Chris Loxston from FIFA. They're joined by Alberto Zaccheroni, Sunday Oliseh and Pascal Zuberbühler. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Thu, December 01, 2022
Group F: Croatia 0-0 Belgium
Belgium are now out of the 2022 FIFA World Cup following their goalless draw with Croatia, finishing third in Group F. Morocco have taken the top spot with defeated 2018 FIFA World Cup finalists Croatia going through as runners-up. It makes for a huge upset as the Belgians were expected to go deep into the competition again, but after reaching the semi-final in 2018, they are now on the plane home. Joining Mark Roberts, Harry Lowe and Chris Loxston from FIFA are Alberto Zaccheroni, Sunday Oliseh and Pascal Zuberbühler. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Thu, December 01, 2022
Group F: Canada 1-2 Morocco
Well, who would have predicted this at the start of the FIFA World Cup? In a group that included Croatia and world number two Belgium, Morocco have qualified for the Last 16 by finishing top. It's an incredible achievement and one rounded off with a dominant display against Canada. To break it all down in the car are Arne Barez and Elliott Stonell from FIFA. They're joined by Jürgen Klinsmann, Cha Du-Ri and Faryd Mondragon. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Thu, December 01, 2022
Group C: Poland 0-2 Argentina
After their Matchday 1 shock defeat to Saudi Arabia, Argentina have now won back-to-back matches at the FIFA World Cup, meaning they qualify for the Last 16 as winners of Group C. Poland had been top heading into this game, but were no match for Lionel Messi and his teammates. Fortunately for the Polish team, their superior goal difference meant they were able to edge out Mexico to take second spot in the group and advance. To break it all down are Arne Barez, Chris Loxston and Harry Lowe of FIFA. They're joined by Cha Du-Ri, Faryd Mondragon and Jürgen Klinsmann. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Thu, December 01, 2022
Group C: Saudi Arabia 1-2 Mexico
What a game we witnessed between Saudi Arabia and Mexico as both teams knew a victory could have taken them through to the Last 16 provided Argentina overcame Poland. Well, Argentina did hold up thier end of the bargain, but unfortunately for Mexico, the winners of this match, they still went out of the FIFA World Cup on goal difference, meaning Poland advance. It was still an incredible moment for Mexico, who played with intensity and passion. Breaking it down are Mark Roberts and Elliott Stonell from FIFA. They're joined by Sunday Oliseh, Alberto Zaccheroni and Pascal Zuberbühler. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Thu, December 01, 2022
Group D: Tunisia 1-0 France
Reigning world champions France suffered their first defeat at the 2022 FIFA World Cup after Dider Deschamps fielded a weakened team in the final Group D against Tunisia. But despite a victory, the Tunisians were unable to qualify for the next round as Australia pipped them to the post. Still, it proved a historic moment for the Tunisians as they went out on a high. Arne Barez, Harry Lowe and Chris Loxston from FIFA are joined by Cha Du-Ri, Faryd Mondragon and Jürgen Klinsmann to break this one down. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Wed, November 30, 2022
Group D: Australia 1-0 Denmark
Heading into the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Denmark had been earmarked as many pundits' dark horse to pull off a surprise in Qatar. Well, you've done that now, but it's by being eliminated from the group stages at the expense of Australia. The Socceroos progress into the Last 16 for the first time since 2006 after a full-blooded and passionate display that got them over the line thanks to Mathew Leckie. Breaking the game down with Mark Roberts and Elliott Stonell are Sunday Oliseh, Alberto Zaccheroni and Pascal Zuberbühler. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Wed, November 30, 2022
Group B: Wales 0-3 England
Gareth Southgate's England made light work of their local rivals Wales, running out 3-0 winners thanks to a Marcus Rashford brace and Phil Foden strike. After a goalless first half, the Three Lions came out firing after the interval with two quick goals before Rashford rounde dit off with the game's third. England now go through as groupo winners and will face Senegal in the Last 16. Discussing the game are Chris Loxston and Harry Lowe from FIFA. Jürgen Klinsmann, Pascal Zuberbühler and Cha Du-Ri join them from the FIFA Technical Study Group. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Wed, November 30, 2022
Group B: Iran 0-1 USA
It was heartbreak for Iran as Christian Pulisic scored the only goal to win all three points for the USA as they progressed to the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup. Breaking it all down us Mark Roberts and Elliott Stonell from FIFA. They are joined by Sunday Oliseh, Alberto Zaccheroni and Faryd Mondragon. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Tue, November 29, 2022
Group A: Ecuador 1-2 Senegal
A thrilling end to Group A saw Senegal defeat Ecuador to progress to the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup. The African champions took a first-half lead before being pegged back only to respond immediately, securing the win that secured second place behind the Netherlands. Breaking this down are Mark Roberts and Elliott Stonell from FIFA. They’re joined by Alberto Zaccheroni, Faryd Mondragon and Sunday Oliseh.
Tue, November 29, 2022
Group A: Netherlands 2-0 Qatar
Louis van Gaal’s Netherlands side defeated hosts Qatar 2-0 to seal top spot in Group A. It means they will progress to the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup, facing the runners-up in Group B. Meanwhile, Qatar drop out having lost all three group matches. In the car to break this one down are Chris Loxston and Harry Lowe from FIFA. They’re joined by Jürgen Klinsmann, Pascal Zuberbühler Cha Du-Ri. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Mon, November 28, 2022
Group H: Portugal 2-0 Uruguay
Portugal have joined Brazil and France in reaching the Last 16 of the FIFA World Cup after a solid win and performance against Uruguay. It was an evenly matched game, one that changed on the brillaince of Bruno Fernandes who grabbed both goals, although Cristiano Ronaldo is claiming the game's opener. Urugay face Ghana in their last group match, needing victory for any chance to progress. But if Portugal lose to Korea Republic, even victory for Uruguay may not be enough. Arne Barez, Harry Lowe and Chris Loxston from FIFA are joined by Cha Du-Ri, Faryd Mondragon and Jürgen Klinsmann to break this one down. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Mon, November 28, 2022
Group G: Brazil 1-0 Switzerland
There is no stopping Brazil in Group G, with or without their talisman Neymar. The Paris Saint-Germain ace was missing through injury against Switzerland, but it mattered for little as the Samba Boys ran out 1-0 winners to seal progress to the Last 16. Joining Mark Roberts is Sunday Oliseh, Alberto Zaccheroni and Pascal Zuberbühler. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Mon, November 28, 2022
Group H: Korea Republic 2-3 Ghana
After the Group G fireworks earlier in the day between Cameroon and Serbia, Korea Republic and Ghana refused to be upstaged, so they entertained us with another cracking match. It had it all - pain, passion, comebacks and heartbreak for Korea as they eventually succumbed 3-2 after drawing level having been 2-0 down at half-time. It's what football at the FIFA World Cup is all about. To discuss it all is Arne Barex, Harry Lowe and Christ Loxston from FIFA. They're joined by Cha Du-Ri, Jürgen Klinsmann and Fayd Mondragon from the Technical Study Group. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Mon, November 28, 2022
Group G: Cameroon 3-3 Serbia
It was a six-goal thriller between Cameroon and Serbia as they slugged it out to eventually earn a point apiece. It means the FIFA World Cup hopes are still alive for both teams heading into the last game of Group G, but they will both need victories for a chance to qualify for the knockout rounds. With Brazil up next for Cameroon, their task is looking tougher than Serbia's, who will face Switzerland. Breaking this game down in the car are Mark Roberts and Elliott Stonell from FIFA. They are joined by Sunday Oliseh, Alberto Zaccheroni and Pascal Zuberbühler. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Mon, November 28, 2022
Group E: Spain 1-1 Germany
After a shock Matchday 1 defeat to Japan, Germany have kept their FIFA World Cup ambitions alive following a 1-1 draw with Spain. The result leaves Louis Enrique's side atop of Group E with four points, with Japan and Costa Rica on three, separated by goal difference. So while Germany remain bottom of the table with a solitary point, they know a victory over Costa Rica will see them into the knockout stages if Spain defeat Japan. Breaking this game down are Arne Barez, Harry Lowe and Chris Loxston from FIFA. Pascal Zuberbühler, Jürgen Klinsmann and Sunday Oliseh are on hand with the expert analysis. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Sun, November 27, 2022
Group F: Croatia 4-1 Canada
Canada became the second team to be knocked out of the 2022 FIFA World Cup following a heavy defeat to Croatia. Alphonso Davies had scored Canada's first-ever FIFA World Cup goal after just 67 seconds, but Croatia came back into the game to run out convincing winners. It means the 2018 finalists top the group, with Morocco behind them on goal difference. In the car are Mark Roberts and Elliott Stonell from FIFA, with Faryd Mondragon, Alberto Zaccheroni and Cha Du-Ri giving the expert analysis. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Sun, November 27, 2022
Group F: Belgium 0-2 Morocco
We witnessed another major upset at the FIFA World Cup as Morocco downed Belgium to throw Group F wide open. Roberto Martinez's side are ranked No.2 in the world, but it counted for little as Morocco frustrated and contained before taking control of the game to run out 2-0 winners. It means it's all to play for on Matchday 3 as Morocco face off with Canada and Belgium have to get a win against Croatia to guarantee progress into the knockout rounds. Arne Barez, Chris Loxston and Harry Loew from FIFA are joined by Jürgen Klinsmann and Pascal Zuberbühler to break this game down. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Sun, November 27, 2022
Group E: Japan 0-1 Costa Rica
After the lows of Spain to the highs of Japan, what a difference one game can make in a country's fortunes. Costa Rica recorded their first ever victory at a FIFA World Cup, scoring late on with their only shot on target to defeat Japan 1-0. It gives them a fighting chance to progress to the knockout stages, something that wasn't believed possible after a 7-0 opening game defeat to Spain. In the car to break this down are Mark Roberts and Elliott Stonell from FIFA, while Alberto Zaccheroni, Faryd Mondragon and Cha Du-Ri give the expert insight. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Sun, November 27, 2022
Group C: Argentina 2-0 Mexico
Cometh the hour, cometh Lionel Messi! Just when his country needed him, their diminutive talisman arrived to set Lionel Scaloni's men on their way to a priceless 2-0 victory over Mexico. Argentina's 2022 FIFA World Cup campaign got off to the worst start possible when they crashed to a 2-1 opening-match defeat to Saudi Arabia. It meant they had to defeat Mexico to give themselves the best chance of progressing from their group. And they did just that, with Messi's wonderful opener calming nerves before Enzo Fernandez sealed victory with a second. Arne Barez, Harry Lowe and Chris Loxston from FIFA are in the car to break the game down with Alberto Zaccheroni and Sunday Oliseh. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Sat, November 26, 2022
Group C: Poland 2-0 Saudi Arabia
Following their goalless draw with Mexico on Matchday 1, Poland have now taken control of Group C with a vital 2-0 win over Saudi Arabia. It was a big result, especially after the Saudis had shocked Argentina with a 2-1 victory. Now Poland sit top of Group C, knowing they have a strong chance of progressing to the knockout rounds. As for Saudi Arabia, they need Poland to secure a good victory against Argentina and also better the result with a draw or victory of their own if they are to progress. Breaking down this game are FIFA's Arne Barez, Chris Loxston and Harry Lowe. Alberto Zaccheroni, Sunday Oliseh and Faryd Mondragon provide analysis from the TSG. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Sat, November 26, 2022
Group D: France 2-1 Denmark
Reigning FIFA World Cup champions France have become the first team to qualify for the knockout stages afyer Kylian Mbappe inspired them to a 2-1 victory over Denmark. France's joy leaves Denmark in a difficult position heading into Matchday 3, however. They must defeat Australia and hope France do not lose to Tunisia, otherwise they will be out. Joining Mark Roberts in the car is Jürgen Klinsmann, Pascal Zuberbühler and Cha Du-Ri. Elliott Stonell is on hand with the key data insights. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Sat, November 26, 2022
Group D: Tunisia 0-1 Australia
Australia gave their chances of progressing from Group D in the FIFA Worldf Cup a huge boost with a significant 1-0 over Tunisia in the day's early kick-off. It means the Socceroos have their destiny ion their own hands heading into their final match against Denmark. And should Denmark not win against France later, Australia know they need just a draw to reach the Last 16. Breaking this game down is Mark Roberts, who is joined in the car by Pascal Zuberbühle, Cha Du-Ri and Jürgen Klinsmann. Elliott Stonell provides the data analysis. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Fri, November 25, 2022
Group B: England 0-0 USA
The USA are yet to record a win at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. They first drew 1-1 with Wales on Matchday 1, a result they followed up with a goalless draw with England. It means the US now need victory against Iran in their final game in order to progress to the knockout stages. Meanwhile, England remain top of the group and in control heading into their last game with local rivals Wales. Joining Arne Barez in the car to break down this intriguing game is Sunday Oliseh, Alberto Zaccheroni and Pascal Zuberbühler. Chris Loxston and Harry Lowe also provide the technical and data insights. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Fri, November 25, 2022
Group A: Netherlands 1-1 Ecuador
Enner Valencia has laid down a marker to be crowned the Golden Boot winner at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, scoring his third goal of the competition. His strike drew Ecuador level in this Group A clash with the Netherlands, meaning both teams are joint top with four points as we head into the last round of group matches. Valencia had bagged a brace against Qatar on Matchday 1. Cody Gakpo was the Netherlands' goalscorer with a fierce strike early in the first half. Breaking down the game is Mark Roberts, who is joined by Jürgen Klinsmann, Faryd Mondragon and Cha Du-Ri. Elliott Stonell provides the data insights. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Fri, November 25, 2022
Group A: Qatar 1-3 Senegal
Defeat for FIFA World Cup hosts Qatar means they are now out of the competition. But for African champions Senegal, their 3-1 victory means they are now effectively in a Last-16 play-off with Ecuador on Matchday 3. The winner of that game will progress from Group A after Ecuador drew 1-1 with the Netherlands. In the car to break down this game is Arne Barez, Sunday Oliseh, Alberto Zaccheroni and Chris Loxston. Harry Lowe provides the data analysis and insights. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Fri, November 25, 2022
Group B: Wales 0-2 Iran
After their shocking 6-2 loss to England in the opening game of Group B, Iran showed incredible resilience to bounce back with a late victory against Wales. The win puts Iran second in their group. If England overcome the USA in their game later in the day, it means Iran will need just one point from their face-off with the Americans to progress into the knockout rounds of the FIFA World Cup. Joining Mark Roberts in the car is Jürgen Klinsmann, Faryd Mondragon and Cha Du-Ri from the FIFA Techinical Study Group. Elliott Stonell provides the data insights. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Fri, November 25, 2022
Group H: Portugal 3-2 Ghana
Cristiano Ronaldo made history as his Portugal team defetaed Ghana 3-2 in theor opening match at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The 37-year-old struck from the penalty spot to open the scoring, making him the first man to ver score at five FIFA World Cups. Breaking down the big moments from this game are Arne Barez, Pascal Zuberbühler, Sunday Oliseh and Alberto Zaccheroni. Harry Lowe provides the data insights. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Fri, November 25, 2022
Group G: Switzerland 1-0 Cameroon
Breel Embolo's goal proved enough to separate the teams as Switzerland got their FIFA World Cup campaign off to a winning start against Cameroon. Breaking it all down is Arne Barez who is joined by Sunday Oliseh, Alberto Zaccheroni and Pascal Zuberbühler. Elliott Stonell proviodes the data insights. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Thu, November 24, 2022
Group G: Brazil 2-0 Serbia
The 2022 FIFA World Cup is well and truly up and running now that Brazil have finally got their campaign started as they closed out the first round of group games. The Samba Boys were in dominant form as Richarlison struck twice to give them a 2-0 win over Serbia to take control of Group G with Switzerland, who also won earlier in the day. To break it all down in the car is Mark Roberts, who is joined by Chris Loxston, Jürgen Klinsmann, Faryd Mondragon and Cha Du-Ri. Harry Lowe is on hand with some key data insights, too. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Thu, November 24, 2022
Group H: Uruguay 0-0 Korea Republic
Mark Roberts returns to join the team as they break down a well fought draw between Uruguay and Korea Republic to get Group H started at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. In the car is Chris Loxston, Jürgen Klinsmann, Cha Du-Ri and Faryd Mondragon, while Harry Lowe provides the data insights. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Wed, November 23, 2022
Group F: Belgium 1-0 Canada
Canada have never scored a goal in the World Cup and the wait continues for Les Rouges after Alphonso Davies saw his first half penalty saved by Thibaut Courtois. Despite dominating in the stats, Canada succumbed to a breakaway Belgium goal courtesy of Michy Batshuayi on the stroke of half-time, which proved enough to give Roberto Martinez's men their first win at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Arne Barez is joined by Jürgen Klinsmann, Cha Du-Ri and Pascal Zuberbühler to break things down, while Harry Lowe gives some statistical insight. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Wed, November 23, 2022
Group E: Spain 7-0 Costa Rica
They won the FIFA World Cup in 2010 and Spain have put down a marker for their 2022 ambitions in Qatar after an emphatic victory against Costa Rica. As you will hear in this episode with data insights from Elliott Stonell, the scoreline isn't the only statistic that shows Spain's dominance with over 1,000 passes completed in the 90 minutes. Mark Roberts moderates this episode with Chris Loxston, Sunday Oliseh, Alberto Zaccheroni and Faryd Mondragon all on hand to provide expert analysis. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Wed, November 23, 2022
Group E: Germany 1-2 Japan
Another day, another upset at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar! This time it was Germany who suffered a surprise defeat to Japan after yesterday had seen Argentina downed 2-1 by Saudi Arabia. It proved to be the cliched "Game of Two Halves" in Group E and breaking it all down on the podcast with Arne Barez is former Die Mannschaft coach Jürgen Klinsmann, Cha Du-Ri and Pascal Zuberbühler. Football Performance Analyst Harry Lowe is on hand to provide the key data insights. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Wed, November 23, 2022
Group F: Morocco 0-0 Croatia
Runners-up at the 2018 FIFA World Cup, Croatia got their 2022 campaign up and running against Morocco. Luka Modric couldn't inspire he and his teammates to a victory, however, with the game finishing goalless. Joining Chris Loxston to break it all down are Sunday Oliseh, Alberto Zaccheroni and Faryd Mondragon of the FIFA Technical Study Group. Football Performance Analyst Elliott Stonell provides the key data insights. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Wed, November 23, 2022
Group C: Mexico 0-0 Poland
After a tight contest between Mexico and Poland in Group C at the FIFA World Cup, Chris Loxston is joined by Sunday Oliseh, Alberto Zaccheroni and Faryd Mondragon to break down all the action. Robert Lewandowski missed the games best chance to score when he saw a second-half penalty saved. Football Performance Analyst Elliott Stonell is also on hand with the key data insights that outline why this game ended all square. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Tue, November 22, 2022
Group D: France 4-1 Australia
The reigning world champions France are up and running at the FIFA World Cup in Qatar. After Australia took an early lead through Craig Goodwin, the French side came into their own with goals from Adrien Rabiot, Olivier Giroud (2) and Kylian Mbappe to round off a 4-1 victory. Breaking down this convincing win for Didier Deschamps' side are Jürgen Klinsmann, Pascal Zuberbühler and Cha Du-Ri from FIFA's Technical Study Group. Arne Barez is also joined by Football Performance Analyst Harry Lowe. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Tue, November 22, 2022
Group D: Denmark 0-0 Tunisia
It may have finished goalless between Denmark and Tunisia in Group D at the FIFA World Cup, but the game proved to be one of high octone performances and quality from both teams. Pascal Zuberbühler, Cha Du-Ri and Jürgen Klinsmann from the Technical Study Group are on hand to discuss proceedings with Arne Barez. Football Performance Analyst Harry Lowe is also on hand with the key data to help explain what we saw and provide insight. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Tue, November 22, 2022
Group C: Argentina 1-2 Saudi Arabia
The 2022 FIFA World Cup has well and truly kicked off after we witnessed our first major upset of the tournament. Despite a team packed full of stars including Lionel Messi, Argentina were defeated 2-1 by an inspired Saudi Arabia in Group C. Joining Chris Loxston to break it all down in the car is Sunday Oliseh, Aberto Zaccheroni and Faryd Mondragon. Football Performance Analyst Elliott Stonell provides some of the key data from the game. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Mon, November 21, 2022
Group B: USA 1-1 Wales
We have our first draw at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar after USA and Wales finished all square at 1-1 thanks to goals from Timothy Weah and Gareth Bale. Joining Chris Loxston in the car are former USMNT coach Jürgen Klinsmann, Cha Du-Ri and Pascal Zuberbühler. They break down the technical aspects of the game while Football Performance Analyst Harry Lowe also provides the key data. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Mon, November 21, 2022
Group A: Senegal 0-2 Netherlands
Joining Arne Barez in the car after the Netherlands 2-0 victory over Senegal is Alberto Zaccheroni, Sunday Oliseh and Faryd Mondragon. Football Performance Analyst Elliott Stonell is also on hand with some key data that provides insight to how both teams played and the game that we saw. After a goalless first half, Netherlands were able to overcome their Group A opponents thanks to late goals from Cody Gakpo and Davy Klaassen. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Mon, November 21, 2022
Group B: England 6-2 Iran
England put in a dominant performance against Iran to get their FIFA World Cup campaign off to a flying start. Goals came from Jude Bellingham, Bakayo Saka (2), Raheem Sterling, Marcus Rashford and Jack Grealish as the Three Lions took all three points. Mehdi Taremi scored both of Iran's goals. In the car with Chris Loxston to break everything down is Jürgen Klinsmann, Cha Du-Ri and Pascal Zuberbühler of the Technical Study Group. Harry Lowe is FIFA's Football Performance Analyst. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Sun, November 20, 2022
Group A: Qatar 0-2 Ecuador
We have kick-off in the FIFA World Cup as Ecuador came away with a 2-0 win over hosts Qatar in the tournament's opening game. To break things down, Chris Loxston is joined by members of the Technical Study Group, Sunday Oliseh, Alberto Zaccheroni and Pascal Zuberbühler. Football Performance Analyst Elliott Stonell is also hand with the key stats from the match in which Enner Valencia bagged a brace to secure all three points for Ecuador. For more tactical and technical insight throughout the FIFA World Cup, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
Trailer · Wed, November 16, 2022
Arsene Wenger... 2022 FIFA World Cup Special
On the eve of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, we sit down for an extended conversation with Arsene Wenger for this first episode of the FIFA Insight Live podcast. The former Arsenal FC head coach is now Chief of Global Football Development at FIFA, spearheading the Training Centre team. Alongside Chris Loxston (FIFA Group Leader of Football Performance and Analysis) Arsene talks about what he hopes to see at the World Cup with so many talents such as Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo potentially playing in their last major international tournament. Added to that, he and Chris give insight to what the Training Centre does and how this very podcast will work throughout the World Cup. Episodes of FIFA Insight Live will drop shortly after the final whistle of every match at the World Cup. So subscribe now to ensure you keep up to date with the latest analysis and trends in Qatar from our experienced team of experts. For more information on the FIFA Training Centre, visit www.fifatrainingcentre.com
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