**Football Daily | Ireland’s Risky Precedent and England's Promotion** Well, that was a close call. Despite all the media fuss over mass player withdrawals and the puzzling absence of a new manager who, as Football Daily confirms, isn’t set to start until the new year, England somehow managed to secure promotion back to the top tier of European football. This league, reminiscent of the old quiz show Turnabout, is known for its convoluted rules—so much so that even its host has admitted to not fully grasping them. Nevertheless, it drew a massive audience simply because it was on. Consequently, Wembley was packed on Sunday for a match deemed “must-win” for England, even if many in attendance were unclear about the stakes. At least it was something to do. Imagine the scene: the once-mighty Rome struggling to regain its former glory, plagued by internal conflicts that see leader after leader toppled, until everyone turns to an old figure on the sidelines named Claudio… sorry, Claudius. Is history really repeating itself? In response to Andy Morrison’s email, which mentioned Glenn Hoddle and the infamous phrase about ‘setting the balls up in the right place,’ I was reminded of the unpleasant memories from the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. Perhaps enduring ITV’s coverage was a punishment for past sins. This is just a glimpse of our daily football email, Football Daily. For the complete version, be sure to check out our subscription page and follow the instructions.

Wales experienced a stroke of luck in a thrilling encounter against Turkey, which ended in a stalemate and boosted their hopes in the Nations League. The match was filled with late drama, particularly in the closing moments. A controversial moment arose when Neco Williams challenged Yunus Akgun and Connor Roberts tackled Kerem Akturkoglu in the Wales penalty area. Although both challenges appeared clean, referee Juan Martínez Munuera awarded a penalty, leaving many puzzled about the decision. Despite the uncertainty surrounding the foul, VAR chose not to intervene. When Akturkoglu took the penalty, his shot narrowly missed the left post of goalkeeper Karl Darlow, a moment that felt just given the circumstances. The match concluded with both teams sharing the points, leaving Wales with renewed optimism in their Nations League campaign.

England's strategic decision pays off with a convincing victory in Greece, as discussed in the latest episode of the Football Weekly Extra podcast. Host Max Rushden is joined by panelists John Brewin, Jonathan Fadugba, and Sam Dalling to analyze the recent Nations League matches. In this episode, the team reviews England's impressive 3-0 win against Greece. The early goal from Ollie Watkins alleviates concerns regarding manager Lee Carsley's choice to rest Harry Kane. Additionally, Curtis Jones marks a milestone by scoring his first goal for the national team, while Jude Bellingham showcases his best performance in recent weeks. The discussion raises the question of whether Bellingham thrives when surrounded by the right teammates. Listeners are encouraged to rate, review, and share the podcast on various platforms, and to engage with the conversation through social media and email.

**Football Daily | Emiliano Martínez’s Ears Are Ringing, But Manchester United’s Are Burning** Aston Villa may have disappointed their fans with high ticket prices, but they excelled in other areas leading up to their impressive victory over Bayern Munich last night. Off the pitch, the club honored their legendary 1982 European Cup-winning team by hosting a special event to celebrate their remarkable achievement. Additionally, they paid tribute to the recently deceased Gary Shaw, featuring a heartfelt remembrance on the front of the matchday program. In a touching gesture, Shaw's name was also included on the team sheet, symbolizing the connection between past and present as the current squad aims to replicate the success of their predecessors. This is just a glimpse of our daily football newsletter, Football Daily. For the complete version, be sure to check out our subscription page for more insights and updates.