VAR drama, England at altitude and Salah & Messi back in action

VAR drama, England at altitude and Salah & Messi back in action

Author: Sky Sports July 3, 2026 Duration: 14:02

Jamie Weir is joined by Dave Reed to bring you up to date with everything you need to know from the 2026 World Cup.

There was late VAR drama in the Portugal vs Croatia game in what could turn out to be the last World Cup appearance for a football superstar. We wrap up the other two results from overnight as well.

Plus, we look ahead to England's last-16 tie against Mexico at the Azteca Stadium and explain why they'll have to make history if they're to reach the quarter-finals.

And we preview today's matches which see the round of 32 come to a close with Mo Salah and Lionel Messi both back in action.

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