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Dec 2022
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World Cup 2022: Episode 14 - Messi Score...

THE TIMES
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Hugh Woozencroft is in Qatar - with Gregor Robertson and Tom Allnutt in London.


Messi impressed as Argentina avoided a late shock to beat Australia - but are the rest of the team offering enough? (00:00)


The Netherlands ended the USA’s tournament - but is the future bright for the Americans? (11:31)


Argentina will play The Netherlands next - are the South Americans good enough or do they rely on Messi too much? (19:42)


England play their Last 16 game against Senegal today - but who should Gareth Southgate name in his starting XI? (30:10)


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