The Maoam Monster: Bloody hell Japan, Germany crash out, and misshapen balls

Jules, Pete and Andy chat about a truly epic night of football! Not for Japanese policemen, mind.

Japan top the Group of Death™ against all odds while Kai Havertz at least wins the real quiz sponsored by Budweiser. Plus, a Mexican fan stabs his telly and Harry Maguire finally makes an appearance in Ghana’s parliament.

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