As the old saying goes, never mix sport with politics, but when it comes to the FIFA World Cup the exact reverse sentiment seems to be the order of the day. Despite all the controversial build up and people vowing to boycott the whole thing, the 2026 World Cup captivated audiences the minute that booming voice began the rocket launch-style countdown to kick-off. As a devout England fan my World Cup dreams came crashing down on a balmy Wednesday night. I was already writing the headlines: Messi Feels The Burn, German Wins World Cup For England, and all that. Unlike the Qatar World Cup Final which is one of the best I have ever witnessed, Spain v Argentina was rather dull in comparison.