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Phil Egan is back with Tuesday’s World Cup Daily as we build up to the first semi-final: Spain v France in Dallas, with Didier Deschamps chasing a fourth World Cup final and Spain’s 2010 echoes being talked up by Xabi Alonso.
We also look ahead to England v Argentina in Atlanta, where security will be heightened amid the backdrop of historical tensions — plus reaction to the Tuchel/Bellingham storyline and Declan Rice’s fitness boost.
And there’s Irish interest too: Shamrock Rovers try to overturn a 2-0 deficit in Tallaght, while John O’Shea backs Seamus Coleman to find the right next move.
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Ger Gilroy, David Wilson and Matthew Brennan are here to bring you this week's episode of Inside The Odds, looking ahead to the upcoming Semi Final fixtures of Argentina versus England, and Spain versus France.

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Phil Egan is in for Monday’s World Cup Daily, with the big talking points from home and abroad.
Shelbourne confirm John Russell as their new manager, with the former Sligo Rovers boss set for his first game in the FAI Cup this Friday.
Plus, FIFA president Gianni Infantino floats the idea of a 64-team World Cup — and Keith Treacy and Eoin Doyle debate whether more teams means more jeopardy, more stories, and a better chance for Ireland to get back to the big stage.
We also look ahead to France v Spain, England v Argentina, Messi’s “godlike” status in Dallas, and the latest transfer updates involving Aston Villa and Manchester United.
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On this week's edition of the LOI Wrap-Up, a new series highlighting all the action, reaction and storylines of the weekend's League of Ireland Action, Ross Flanagan brings you through last night's packed action as:
Drogheda claim Louth derby bragging rights
Pats survive a barrage from the Blues
Galway, Sligo prepare for Connacht derby
Longford shock the Rebels
A full slate of Women's Premier Division fixtures
LOI teams in Europe hope to continue 2025 form.
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Stephen Doyle was in Dundalk for the Louth derby, between Dundalk FC and Drogheda United, as the Drogs earned a significant result with a 1-2 victory over their hosts. Stephen spoke with Drogs boss Kevin Doherty and Dundalk manager Ciaran Kilduff after the game.
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