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Jun 2018
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World Cup 2018 - Day 1: Golovin, Russia ...

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From upstairs at the Old Red Lion Theatre, the Tifo team gathers for the opening day of the Russia World Cup. Chat concerns the opening fixture, Russia v Saudi Arabia, a look over Aleksander Golovin (Russia's standout player) and a little preview of the England team ahead of their first game on Monday. Join us every day for a new podcast throughout the tournament.


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