Monday morning (NZT) marks the FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina following Sunday morning's clash between France and England, solidifying England as third place. Football commentator Seb Stafford-Bloor joined Jason Pine to preview the final match.  But Stafford-Bloor believes the match between the two best teams has already been played, "I think probably we had the two best teams in the semi-final. "I think that Spain and France game is probably where it's at, even though France probably didn't play like the team that we expected them to be in that game," he said.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The All Blacks delivered a win against Ireland at Eden Park on Saturday night, with a score of 40-21.  All Blacks assistant coach Tana Umaga joined Jason Pine to discuss the game, the upcoming South Africa tour, and his new role.  "It's one of those things that you dream of, I thought my time would pass me by for an opportunity like this and I'm forever thankful that I got this opportunity," he said.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Warriors are back in the winner’s circle and full of confidence as they search for back-to-back wins against the St George Illawarra Dragons this weekend in Auckland.  After battling a severe mid-season injury crisis, they have named their strongest possible side as they look to maintain their position inside the NRL’s top four.  This week, they face the Dragons, who are in last place, but will provide an intriguing challenge for the Warriors.  Former player and Sky Sport Commentator Monty Betham joined Piney to preview tonight's clash.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A tough challenge lies ahead for Dave Rennie’s All Blacks.  Their third Nations Championship clash will see them defend the Fortress against Ireland – aiming to maintain their 32 year unbeaten streak.  Plenty of debate has surrounded the team since the season began, so former All Black Mils Muliaina joined Piney to give his expert analysis on the key selections and tactical talking points.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 18th July 2026, Piney is broadcasting live from The Kingslander in Auckland, counting down to tonight’s clash between the All Blacks and Ireland.  He was joined by dual-international Frano Botica, 100 test All Black Mils Muliaina, and Irish rugby journo Murray Kinsella to preview the big test.  He caught up with former Warriors captain, now Sky Sport commentator Monty Betham ahead of tonight’s match against the Dragons.   We headed across the ditch to get the latest from Adam Peacock, and English football commentator Mike Minay reviewed the tough World Cup semi-final loss.  Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plenty of history surrounds tonight’s clash between the All Blacks and Ireland.  Ireland’s last visit to our shores saw them claim victory in two of the three tests in 2022, and the All Blacks’ 32 year unbeaten streak at Eden Park may be on the line.   As what’s sure to be an intense match looms, Piney was joined by Frano Botica, a former All Black with a lot of history himself in the world of rugby.  They discussed his incredible career both in international rugby union, and league, and the current teams.   LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss England beating out Norway in the FIFA World Cup, and the All Blacks keeping their winning streak alive in Wellington against Italy.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Linda Noskova has become Wimbledon's 9th different women's singles champion in the past nine years, overcoming fellow Czech Karolina Muchova in the three-set final. Tennis commentator Craig Gabriel joined Piney to recap the action. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Whites will have rare football internationals against India late this year, with matches scheduled for Auckland and Christchurch. The matches will be at Auckland's Mt Smart Stadium on Thursday, 12 November, and at Christchurch's Te Kaha Stadium on Sunday, 15 November. The games were announced by Sport Minister Mark Mitchell as part of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to New Zealand. New Zealand Football CEO Andrew Pragnell joined Piney to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.