Who will actually win the World Cup?

Описание: Today we're continuing our build up to The World Cup. as we assess the favourites to win the tournament - and even make some predictions too.

So who are the contenders, and who could spring a surprise this summer?

Plus, we ask former England goalkeeper Rob Green what it’s actually like to play at a World Cup.

Host: Emma Paton
Guests: Rob Green, Mark Critchley, Liam Twomey
Exec Producer: Guy Clarke
Producer: Mike Stavrou and Grayson Moody

Timecodes:
00:00 - Intro, do we have World Cup fever?
01:36 - Can Thomas Tuchel take England one step further?
04:08 - England's well-balanced squad selection
10:08 - Can France go again after two consecutive WC finals?
16:18 - Spain's momentum coming into the tournament
19:42 - What chance do Brazil have?
23:37 - Who are the dark horses?
27:23 - Quick-fire World Cup predictions
29:32 - Who will make it to the final?
30:51 - Rob Green's World Cup "call-up"
34:59 - Keeping entertained in England camp
36:29 - The 'Capello Index'
38:00 - Lineup secrecy and lacking confidence
41:15 - Dealing with the disappointment of 2010
42:55 - Are England better equipped to deal with pressure?

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