Tactical whizz man Roberto Martinez masterminded an impressive win over Brazil as Belgium show what they’re made of, while France continued to do exactly what they need to do, giving the terrifying impression that they’re hiding the true scale of their power. Also Hugh Lloris got a dragon fly in his mouth. Urgh. 

Elsewhere Gary Neville has some interesting moments, there’s an alternative view of Mark Lawrenson and an update from our beloved Stewart Donaldson. If that still isn’t enough for you then we also look ahead to a couple of games that are taking place this afternoon…

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Further reading

Alan Shearer isn’t happy with Neymar:

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/44748245

Roberto Martinez, tactical genius:

https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/world-cup/brazil-vs-belgium-world-cup-2018-kevin-de-bruyne-goal-highlights-replay-roberto-martinez-tactics-how-a8435616.html

How England should approach Sweden:

https://www.theguardian.com/football/2018/jul/06/three-things-england-get-right-defeat-sweden-world-cup-quarter-final

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