Gary Lineker to Host Netflix World Cup Show, Ready to Challenge Trump on FIFA Ties
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Summary
Gary Lineker is launching a Netflix show based on his hit podcast "The Rest Is Football" during the 2026 World Cup in North America. The former England striker and current media boss is focused on football discussion but is also prepared to call out US President Donald Trump regarding his relationship with FIFA President Gianni Infantino. The article covers off-pitch issues including Iran's players needing to fly from Mexico for US matches and strict border security for some arrivals.
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· 3 pulledThe 2026 World Cup is underway, bringing the biggest tournament in the planet's most popular sport to North America.
The former England star wants to talk about football on his new Netflix show, but says he's also ready to call out the US president.
Already, there's plenty to discuss off the pitch, from Iran's players needing to fly in from Mexico for their US matches, to strict border security on arrival for some other.
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