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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