When is The Bletchley Circle: San Francisco on TV? Who's in the cast? Is it a spin-off?
The Bletchley Circle is back, but this time as a spin-off. Here's everything you need to know...
The Bletchley Circle: San Francisco follows the story of former World War Two code-breakers Millie (Rachael Stirling) and Jean (Julie Graham) as they set off on a new murder-solving mission which takes them all the way to California. This ITV and BritBox series is a spin-off of the original British miniseries The Bletchley Circle (2012-14), in which we saw how a group of remarkable and talented women fought hard to escape the return to mundanity post-WWII. The spin-off first aired in 2018; after a mid-season break, the second part starts on Friday 26 April at 9pm on ITV. Where are the original stars of The Bletchley Circle now? Meet the cast of The Bletchley Circle: San Francisco Meet the real-life heroes of Bletchley Park Here’s everything you need to know about The Bletchley Circle: San Francisco… When is The Bletchley Circle: San Francisco on TV? CONFIRMED – The Bletchley Circle: San Francisco will now return to ITV on Friday 3rd May 2019 at 9pm. Eight-part drama The Bletchley Circle: San Francisco began on ITV on 25th July 2018 and BritBox in the United States on 26th July 2018. However, we only got to see four episodes - meaning there are four episodes left to air. In Australia, the series began on ABC on Saturday 30 March 2019 at 7:31pm. Who stars in The Bletchley Circle – and have the original cast returned? Julie Graham returns to our screens as Jean McBrian, as does Rachael Stirling playing Millie Harcourt. But Anna Maxwell Martin has not reprised her role as Susan Gray, and Sophie Rundle, Hattie Morahan and Faye Marsay are also absent. Instead, Crystal Balint (Prison Break), Chanelle Peloso (Level Up), Jennifer Spence (Van Helsing) and Ben Cotton (The X-Files) have all joined the series. Meet the full cast here. What is The Bletchley Circle: San Francisco about? The spin-off, set three years after the last Bletchley Circle series, follows Julie and Millie as they go to San Francisco to investigate the death of a close friend. They are joined by US code-breakers Iris (Crystal Balint) and Hailey (Chanelle Peloso), who – like their British counter-parts – feel undervalued, under-appreciated and cast away after the war. The women face adversity, both in the face of the perpetrators of the crimes, and from the patriarchal 1950s society they work in. With no friends other than their fellow code-breakers, and thousands of miles away from home, just how will Julie and Millie solve the murder of their friend? Where are the original stars of The Bletchley Circle now? Anna Maxwell Martin and Sophie Rundle have not returned as Susan and Lucy. Here's what they have been up to instead. The Bletchley Circle: San Francisco is back on our screens on Friday 26 April at 9pm on ITV View oEmbed on the source website
What time is ITV1's Long Lost Family on TV? Everything you need to know about series 8 on ITV
ITV's feel-good Long Lost Family is back for an eighth series. Don't forget the tissues...
Presenters Davina McCall and Nicky Campbell are back to help reunite estranged relatives, many of whom were separated at birth. So, get your tissues out and be ready to cheer on the reunited families in ITV's much loved documentary series. Here’s everything you need to know. What time is Long Lost Family series 8 on TV? View oEmbed on the source website The show airs on Tuesdays at 9.30pm on ITV. What happened next to the reunited relatives of Long Lost Family? Everyone is now even more in love with Olivia Colman after her Who Do You Think You Are? episode Poldark star Phil Davis is the new narrator of Who Do You Think You Are? What is Long Lost Family about? The show which focuses on, you guessed it, reuniting Long Lost Families, is back for an eighth series. Long Lost Family sets itself the near impossible task of returning people to their families and lost loved ones. From parents forced to give up their children for adoption, to siblings spread out across the world, LLF will scour the world to help these families. View oEmbed on the source website The Long Lost Family team do their upmost to reunite the families and often on an inconceivably small amount of information. But be it a name or a photograph, they won’t give up.
What time is Nadiya's Family Favourites on TV?
Get ready for another vibrant culinary adventure with the Bake Off winner's latest cookery show
It was back in 2015 when Nadiya Hussain first made her way onto our screens. The then Bake-Off contestant – and ultimate winner – earned her place in the public's hearts with her incredible show-stoppers and charmingly unassuming persona. The British-Bangladeshi Muslim refers back to her heritage through her cooking, giving us traditional cuisine – like fish-head curry – and the, erm, unorthodox – like fish finger lasagne. Here's everything you need to know about her latest cookery show, Nadiya's Family Favourites. Celebrity chef and TV star Anthony Bourdain dies aged 61 Nadiya Hussain quits The Big Family Cooking Showdown after just one series “I want to be a Marvel superhero” says Bake Off’s Liam Charles View oEmbed on the source website When is Nadiya's Family Favourites on TV? The eight-part cooking show is on Mondays at 8.00pm on BBC2. It runs for eight episodes and finished Monday 10th September. What's the show about? Both the programme and the meals draw on every aspect of Nadiya's own identity: as a person, as a Muslim and as a mother. There’s a fierce practicality around her meals, which adopt an almost ‘waste-not’ approach, leaving us with culinary delights like fish-head curry. It's that practicality that underlines the show. As a working mum, she faces the inevitable pressure of balancing family life with her busy career, so her show strips back the idealism of other popular TV cookery shows and deals in the manageable, not the unobtainable. While she does impress with the cuisine inspired by her Bangladeshi roots, there’s also a very British feel to her meals.
What time is Stan Lee's Lucky Man series 3 on TV?
Stan Lee's Lucky Man is back again for its third series on Sky 1, available to watch on TV and online from 20th July
When Stan Lee was asked what superpower he’d choose to have, his answer was simply ‘luck’. And thus, the seeds of Stan Lee’s Lucky Man were planted. A few years and two series later, the show, Lucky Man starring The Hobbit's James Nesbitt is now Sky 1's most successful original drama. And now the show is back, with series three about to hit our TV screens. Here’s everything you need to know about Stan Lee’s Lucky Man. When is San Diego Comic-Con 2018? Full guide to panels, celebrity guests and more From Doctor Who to Aquaman – the San Diego Comic-con panels not to miss Where is BBC drama Poldark filmed? When is Stan Lee’s Lucky Man on TV? Stan Lee’s Lucky Man airs on Fridays at 9pm on Sky 1, with series three beginning on Friday 20th July. However, each new episode will be available from 2am on Sky's on demand services and via NOW TV for non-Sky subscribers, so you can watch and stream online whenever you want. What’s the show about? Whether or not ‘unlucky’ is the right word to describe London-based detective Harry Clayton (James Nesbitt), it's certain that a few things in his life could’ve gone better. Having driven away his wife and daughter through his gambling habit – and accruing thousands of pounds worth of debt – Harry finally gets lucky (pardon the phrase). View oEmbed on the source website After a one night stand with a mysterious woman called Eve, Harry’s life seems to turn around. And all because of a mystical bracelet that turned up on his wrist after his night of passion. While his luck changes for the good, things still, predictably, go wrong. The bracelet is inevitably a thing of envy, with an increasing amount of people desperate to get their hand on his lucky charm while the people that he loves are put increasingly at risk. Though the bracelet does give good luck when he uses it, there are always consequences – often for those he seeks to protect. Series three sees Spooks and Silk star Rupert Penry-Jones join the series as a new villain. Watch out too for the obligatory Stan Lee cameo. Stan Lee's Lucky Man airs Friday 20th July at 9pm on Sky 1
Our Shirley Valentine Summer on ITV: what's it about, who are the celebrities and when is it on TV?
Sick of reality TV that doesn't reflect real life? Get ready for ITV's new Our Shirley Valentine Summer
Our Shirley Valentine Summer sees a group of women whisked away to a remote foreign villa for sun, fun and romance. Sound familiar? Don't worry: for those tired of Love island's sexy singletons comes a new documentary-cum-reality show with a bit more emotional depth. Eight female celebrities are placed in a Greek island villa in a series that highlights the importance of friendship and fresh starts. The celebs might be single and open to romance, but this show offers a very different approach to romance. Here's everything you need to know... View oEmbed on the source website When is Our Shirley Valentine Summer on TV? The series airs on Thursdays at 9.30pm on ITV, and will also be available to watch online via the ITV Hub. What’s the show about? The show takes inspiration from the late '80s British rom-com Shirley Valentine. The loveable Shirley is fed up of the monotony of her life, but a chance meeting with an old secondary-school adversary Marjorie sees the beloved Shirley invited abroad for a break away from home. Putting herself first for a change, Shirley jets off to a Greek island for a holiday of fun, living and love. View oEmbed on the source website In the same vein as the film, in the new documentary the all-female cast of celebrities up sticks and move to a Greek island for a month. Melinda Messenger, Sian Lloyd, Nancy Dell'Olio, Aggie MacKenzie, Ninia Benjamin, Lizzie Cundy, Annabel Giles and Ingrid Tarrant star, and we follow how they adapt and overcome their own challenges. All of them are seeking to make some sort of change: be it getting over the breakdown of a marriage, pursuing a new hobby or finding love. Many of the ladies open up about some of the issues they're facing, from low self-confidence, a struggle to manage weight to breaking the feeling of monotony. Who’s going to be in the new series of Love Island? Love Island’s Eyal spots Megan wearing his hoodie in the hideaway with Wes Fakery claims and staged scenes: has Love Island become too manipulative? Is there a trailer? Yes, check it out below. View oEmbed on the source website Our Shirley Valentine Summer airs on Thursday 19th July at 9.30pm on ITV1
Everything you need to know about the BBC's breakout Welsh drama starring Eve Myles
Weary of Wimbledon? Worn out by the World Cup? BBC1 have you covered. Gripping Wales-based drama Keeping Faith, starring Eve Myles, is returning to TV after it was first transmitted on BBC Wales earlier this year, followed by a record-breaking iPlayer run. Here’s everything you need to know about where to watch Keeping Faith on TV. BBC extends iPlayer window for crime drama Keeping Faith following huge demand Where is BBC drama Poldark filmed? Stay up to date with the RadioTimes.com newsletter View oEmbed on the source website What time is Keeping Faith on TV? Keeping Faith is returning to the BBC following its success on iPlayer earlier this year. The series airs on Thursdays at 9pm on BBC1, beginning Thursday 12th July. What is Keeping Faith about? Faith Howells (Eve Myles) finds her life completely upended when her husband and business partner Evan (Bradley Freegard) mysteriously disappears on his way to work. She is on maternity leave after giving birth to her third child, but she is soon forced to return to to working at her law practice to cover Evan's absence – while desperately searching for answers about her husband. Is Evan safe? Why has he gone? And what is going on underneath the surface? The drama has already become a bit of a word-of-mouth sensation, with fans outside Wales watching on iPlayer in record numbers – prompting BBC1 to pick it up for a primetime slot this summer. "I think it has been a response to the response," says director and producer Pip Broughton. "Because there has been so much heat around it, from Twitter and iPlayer, I think BBC1 recognised that there was a place for it." Wasn't it also filmed in the Welsh language? View oEmbed on the source website It was! The "bilingual drama" was broadcast on S4C in Welsh (with the title "Un Bore Mercher"), and on BBC Wales in English. Now the English version will air on BBC1. So how did this work? The show was filmed concurrently in both Welsh and English, with "back to back" filming where two versions of each scene were shot (one in each language), meaning star Eve Myles (who has not a Welsh speaker) had to learn her lines in both languages. "In the end we were essentially making two shows," director and producer Pip Broughton tells RadioTimes.com. "We were making a Welsh language show which was in four commercial parts, to run at just over 50 minutes, and we were making a one-hour version for the BBC which was in English without commercial breaks in it. "So they had quite a different rhythm to them In the English version there's more introspective tonal parts, whereas the Welsh version – because it's shorter, it's slightly more driven as a thriller." Will there be a second series of Keeping Faith? Yes! Series two of the BBC Wales drama has already been announced. "When we set the series up, we were very very clear that this was a returning series," Broughton reveals. "It wasn't one where we did one series and then people suggested more, and we had to invent. We conceived a three series arc right from the outset." The series is currently in development, with many more "stories and secrets" to tell. Keeping Faith airs on Thursdays at 9pm on BBC1 Sign up for the free RadioTimes.com newsletter
Everything you need to know about HBO's Sharp Objects
Here’s everything you need to know about HBO drama Sharp Objects
Gone Girl author Gillian Flynn is used to her books transferring seamlessly to the cinema, but now one of her critically acclaimed works is about to hit the small-screen. Read on for everything we know about HBO's new thriller Sharp Objects. Amy Adams stars in eerie first trailer for Gone Girl author’s new TV series Sharp Objects There could be a Gone Girl sequel, reveals Gillian Flynn Amazon to air remake of Channel 4’s Utopia from Gone Girl author Gillian Flynn View oEmbed on the source website What time is Sharp Objects on TV in the UK? Sharp Objects is on Sky Atlantic at 2am on Mondays. Too late for you? Episodes repeat at a slightly more civilised 9pm the same day. What’s the show about? Poised somewhere between crime, thriller and horror, Sharp Objects promises to shock and exhilarate fans in equal measure. Young, disturbed journalist Camille Preaker (played by Amy Adams) is sent by her boss to cover a strange murder in her Missouri home town, Wind Gap. Staying with her wealthy mother and sister, Camille can feel herself losing her grasp on reality. Bit by bit, Camille uncovers truths about the distressing demise of a number of young girls, each of whom were strangled and had teeth removed. But can Camille survive the nightmarish ordeal, in light of her own psychiatric history? What will she do when she eventually discovers the truth? And just how will she react when she finds out the true circumstances of her sister’s death? Tune in to Sky Atlantic to find out. Sharp Objects starts on Sky Atlantic at 2am and 9pm on Monday 9th July
Everything you need to know about the opening night of this year's classical music extravaganza
BBC's signature First Night of the Proms is about to hit our screens, with tributes commemorating the First World War centenary and a new composition from Britain's Anna Meredith. Here's everything you need to know. Are the BBC Proms licence fee money well spent? How to buy tickets for Proms in the Park 2018 Podcast of the Week: The Proms Podcast When is First Night of the Proms on TV? Friday 13th July from 8:30pm to 10:30pm on BBC2. It will also appear on BBC iPlayer shortly after. View oEmbed on the source website What’s going to happen? An ambitious new score to mark the First World War centenary is just one of the highlights of the night, held at London's prestigious Royal Albert Hall. Anna Meredith’s Five Telegrams is an emotional tribute to 1918, gaining inspiration from messages sent home by young British soldiers. There will also be video projections by award-winning 59 Productions, whose previous works include War Horse, the London 2012 Opening Ceremony, and Channel 4's recent VR film Grenfell: Our Home. A rendition of Vaughan Williams’ chillingly beautiful Towards the Unknown Region will feature, while Gustav Holst’s celestial score The Planets will be performed by the BBC’s Symphony Orchestra and Symphony Chorus. They are also joined by the National Youth Choir of Great Britain and the BBC Proms Youth Ensemble. Who is going to perform at First Night of the Proms? British composer Anna Meredith; the BBC Symphony orchestra (conducted by Sakari Oramo); the BBC Symphony Chorus; the National Youth Choir of Great Britain; and the BBC Proms Youth Ensemble. First Night of the Proms will show Friday 13th July from 8:30pm to 10:30pm on BBC2
When is Japandemonium on TV? What channel is it on, and what's it about?
Everything you need to know about ITV's new show Japandemonium, a round-up of the most bizarre moments in Japanese game shows
In Britain, our game shows are very structured. The likes of The Chase, Pointless and Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? are all enjoyable, but there's an undeniable rigidity. In fact, it's perhaps a downright travesty that in all our time of watching gameshows, we've never seen anyone sticking pipe cleaners up their nose, or a female pop star getting electric shocks as she scoffs noodles. Thank goodness then for ITV’s new show, Japandemonium. Hosted by Strictly star Melvin Odoom, Japandemonium gives an insight into the weird and downright bizarre world of Japanese game shows, and promises to entertain, shock and provide some much needed frivolity (and screwball comedy) to our lives. Here's everything you need to know. ITV’s new series Japademonium to celebrate the “best and funniest” Japanese game shows Melvin Odoom is the double of Madonna in this preview for Let’s Sing and Dance for Comic Relief Who’s appearing in the new Crystal Maze Celebrity Special, and what time is it on TV? View oEmbed on the source website What time is Japandemonium on TV in the UK? The eight-part show airs Saturdays at 6.30pm, on ITV1 What is the show about? The series will look through clips of the weird, wonderful and sometimes outrageous world of Japanese game shows, promising to educate us all in absolutely nothing at all. date and no reproduction fee will be charged. Any subsequent usage may incur a fee. This photograph must not be manipulated [excluding basic cropping] in a manner which alters the visual appearance of the person photographed deemed detrimental or inappropriate by ITV plc Picture Desk. This photograph must not be syndicated to any other company, publication or website, or permanently archived, without the express written permission of ITV Plc Picture Desk. Full Terms and conditions are available on the website www.itvpictures.co.uk For further information please contact: james.hilder@itv.com / 0207 157 3052" classes=""] date and no reproduction fee will be charged. Any subsequent usage may incur a fee. This photograph must not be manipulated [excluding basic cropping] in a manner which alters the visual appearance of the person photographed deemed detrimental or inappropriate by ITV plc Picture Desk. This photograph must not be syndicated to any other company, publication or website, or permanently archived, without the express written permission of ITV Plc Picture Desk. Full Terms and conditions are available on the website www.itvpictures.co.uk For further information please contact: james.hilder@itv.com / 0207 157 3052" classes=""] date and no reproduction fee will be charged. Any subsequent usage may incur a fee. This photograph must not be manipulated [excluding basic cropping] in a manner which alters the visual appearance of the person photographed deemed detrimental or inappropriate by ITV plc Picture Desk. This photograph must not be syndicated to any other company, publication or website, or permanently archived, without the express written permission of ITV Plc Picture Desk. Full Terms and conditions are available on the website www.itvpictures.co.uk For further information please contact: james.hilder@itv.com / 0207 157 3052" classes=""] Electric shocks, a lift of eels and finding out just where some of the contestants stick pipe-cleaners will be amongst many of the absurdities that have found their way on Japanese game shows. What's not to like? How many episodes will there be? The series will run for eight episodes, airing weekly. Japandemonium airs Saturdays at 6.30pm, on ITV1
When is Prince Charles appearing on Gardeners' World?
The heir to the throne will be talking all things green in a special edition of Gardeners' World on BBC2
In a special edition of Gardeners' World, His Royal Highness Prince Charles appears on our screens to tell viewers about his desire to tackle the issues that threaten Britain's horticultural future. Here's everything you need to know... The Queen’s Green Planet director describes what it was like working with two “kindred spirits” Chris Packham: stop killing your garden slugs! RadioTimes.com newsletter: get the latest TV and entertainment news direct to your inbox View oEmbed on the source website When is Prince Charles on Gardeners’ World? This special edition airs Wednesday 18th July at 8pm on BBC2. What is the episode about? His Royal Highness is famous for his passion for all things green – something he might have picked up from a certain other royal... In this special edition one-off episode, the heir to the throne allows cameras into the Highgrove garden to discuss his love of nature and what we can do to protect our native plant and tree species. Having helped transform the Highgrove garden from the unkept plot it was 40 years ago, to the verdant, picturesque space it is now, the Prince is something of a green-fingered expert. Charles also warns Brits not to bring plants back from abroad to avoid the spread of foreign disease, reveals his own gardening failures and discusses the Action Oak charity which focuses on protecting our beloved oak tree. He also discusses the measures taken to protect the plant-life within the Duchy of Lancaster estate which covers a rather substantial 53,000 hectares over 23 countries. Other features of the episode also include how to prune, propagate and plant, no matter the weather. Gardeners' World airs Wednesdays at 8pm, on BBC2
Where can I watch the Formula 1 2018 British Grand Prix live on TV?
Here’s everything you need to know about the pinnacle of the British racing calendar, live on Channel 4 and Sky Sports
Ten years ago, a 23-year-old British upstart named Lewis Hamilton raced to victory at the British Grand Prix in one of the single greatest drives ever on the Silverstone track. A decade and five titles later, Hamilton will be hoping to deliver again – and there’s no better time for it. After a disastrous Austrian Grand Prix, the British Grand Prix will be a welcome relief for Hamilton's Mercedes team. Both Hamilton and Bottas failed to finish, with their team losing their lead to Ferrari in the Constructors’ Championship, while Hamilton also lost his lead in the drivers' standings. Fortunately for Mercedes, this is a track where the Brit excels. Sky Sports secure exclusive rights to Formula 1 from 2019, ending full free to air coverage Formula 1 2018 race calendar and TV coverage guide This season, the Formula 1 title lead has been changing between Hamilton and his German rival Sebastian Vettel on an almost race-by-race basis – currently just one point separates them. There’s therefore no better time for the Brit to revisit Silverstone, where he holds the joint most wins (five) and has a four-race winning streak. Hamilton claims that he channels the energy and support of the British crowd, but rival Vettel will be determined to make sure Hamilton's streak stalls. It’s the event for British Formula 1 fans to watch and Hamilton will be desperate to wrestle back control of this enthralling F1 title battle. Read on for how to watch the race live on TV, with full Sky Sports and Channel 4 details below. View oEmbed on the source website Formula 1 2018 TV coverage guide: British Grand Prix, live from Silverstone Qualifying: Saturday 7th July Live coverage is on Sky F1 and Channel 4. Qualifying starts at 2pm. Race day: Sunday 8th July Live coverage is on Sky F1 and Channel 4. The race is due to start at 2.10pm. Where else can I follow the British Grand Prix? BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra has qualifying coverage from 1.55pm on Saturday. Coverage of the race itself is on 5 Live from 2pm on Sunday. Formula 1 2018 race calendar and TV coverage guide
Russia v Croatia World Cup 2018: when is the quarter-final fixture live on TV?
As Russia take on Croatia in a bid to reach the semi-finals, here's everything you need to know about the when, where and who of the match...
After a surprisingly convincing group stage campaign, Russia stunned Spain to reach the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time in history. The host nation will face the much-fancied Croatia following their relatively lacklustre last-16 win over Denmark, which was decided by penalties. And with the fans, and many neutrals, behind them, Russia will fancy their chances. But when is the match on TV? And on what channel? Check the kick-off time, date and more for Croatia and Russia's crucial World Cup match below. World Cup 2018 TV coverage: how to watch all the action live from Russia Incredible 23.6 million viewers tune in as England beat Colombia on penalties Watch Ian Wright, Gary Neville and Lee Dixon LOSE IT in the ITV studio as England beat Colombia When do Russia play Croatia in the World Cup quarter-finals? Russia host Croatia on Saturday 7th July at the Fisht Stadium in Sochi. What time is kick-off? 7pm BST. What channel is the game on? ITV. Who’s in the squads for Russia and Croatia? Russia Goalkeepers: Igor Akinfeev (CSKA Moscow), Vladimir Gabulov (Club Brugge), Andrey Lunev (Zenit St Petersburg). Defenders: Vladimir Granat, Fedor Kudryashov (both Rubin Kazan), Ilya Kutepov (Spartak Moscow), Andrey Semenov (Akhmat Grozny), Sergei Ignashevich, Mario Fernandes (both CSKA Moscow), Igor Smolnikov (Zenit St Petersburg). Midfielders: Yuri Gazinskiy (Krasnodar), Alexsandr Golovin, Alan Dzagoev (both CSKA Moscow), Aleksandr Erokhin, Yuri Zhirkov, Daler Kuzyaev (all Zenit St Petersburg), Roman Zobnin, Alexsandr Samedov (both Spartak Moscow), Anton Miranchuk (Lokomotiv Moscow), Denis Cheryshev (Villarreal). Forwards: Artem Dzyuba (Arsenal Tula), Aleksey Miranchuk (Lokomotiv Moscow), Fedor Smolov (Krasnodar). Croatia Goalkeepers: Danijel Subasic (Monaco), Lovre Kalinic (Gent), Dominik Livakovic (Dinamo). Defenders: Vedran Corluka (Lokomotiv Moscow), Domagoj Vida (Besiktas), Ivan Strinic (Sampdoria), Dejan Lovren (Liverpool), Sime Vrsaljko (Atletico Madrid), Josip Pivaric (Dynamo Kiev), Tin Jedvaj (Bayer Leverkusen), Duje Caleta-Car (Red Bull Salzburg). Midfielders: Luka Modric (Real Madrid), Ivan Rakitic (Barcelona), Mateo Kovacic (Real Madrid), Milan Badelj (Fiorentina), Marcelo Brozovic (Inter), Filip Bradaric (Rijeka). Forwards: Mario Mandzukic (Juventus), Ivan Perisic (Inter), Andrej Kramaric (Hoffenheim), Marko Pjaca (Schalke), Ante Rebic (Eintracht). How did Russia and Croatia get to the quarter-finals? Russia After bulldozing through Saudi Arabia and Egypt, Russia were demolished by Uruguay – though not helped by an early red card. Having just beaten Spain on penalties to advance to the Quarter-Final, Russia – backed by a vociferous nation of football fans – will fancy themselves against anyone. Croatia Croatia have been dubbed ‘the ones to watch’. Their liquid football during the group stage was a lesson in how football should be played. The Croats barely broke a sweat against Nigeria and Iceland, while their 3-0 dismantling of Argentina was so brutal it probably shouldn't have aired before the 9pm watershed. Their form hasn’t transferred to the last-16, however. A tepid performance against Denmark required penalties to get them through and they will be fully aware that a similar showing against the hosts is likely to send them home. Who are the players to look out for? While Dens Cheryshev and Artem Dzyuba top Russia’s goal scoring charts – both with three – it’s Aleksandr Golovin who’s really impressed for the hosts. His one goal and two assists helped Russia through the Group-Stage and the CSKA Moscow man was one of the few players who looked comfortable on the ball against Spain. For Croatia, Luka Modric is a man who was seemingly born with the ball at his feet and an innate knowledge of what to do with it. He is one of the greatest midfielders of his generation and Modric will be desperate to show that. ‘Keeper Subasic has also emerged as a star, handing Croatia a penalty shootout win against Denmark with three splendid saves.
Uruguay v France World Cup 2018: what time is kick-off and what TV channel is it on?
When, where and how to watch what is shaping up to be a tasty last-eight clash...
A Uruguay side led by the strike partnership of Luis Súarez and (hopefully) Edinson Cavani – who is hoping to recover from an injury sustained during the last-16 win over Portugal, in which he scored twice – face a quarter-final with France, who finally sprang into life against Argentina, as 19-year-old Kylian Mbappé emphatically announced himself on the world stage. Here's everything you need to know about how, when and where to watch the match... View oEmbed on the source website When do Uruguay play France in the World Cup quarter-finals? Uruguay will take on France at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium in western Russia on Friday 6th July. What time is kick-off? Play starts at 3pm BST. What channel is the game on? Coverage starts at 2:30pm on ITV. World Cup 2018 TV coverage: how to watch all the action live from Russia World Cup 2018 TV viewing figures: incredible 23.6 million viewers tune in as England beat Colombia on penalties Watch Ian Wright, Gary Neville and Lee Dixon LOSE IT in the ITV studio as England beat Colombia on penalties View oEmbed on the source website Who are in the squads for Uruguay and France? Uruguay Goalkeepers: Martin Campana (Independiente), Fernando Muslera (Galatasaray), Martin Silva (Vasco da Gama). Defenders: Martin Caceres (Lazio), Sebastian Coates (Sporting CP), Jose Maria Gimenez (Atletico Madrid), Diego Godin (Atletico Madrid), Maximiliano Pereira (Porto), Gaston Silva (Independiente), Guillermo Varela (Penarol). Midfielders: Giorgian De Arrascaeta (Cruzeiro), Rodrigo Bentancur (Juventus), Diego Laxalt (Genoa), Nahitan Nandez (Boca Juniors), Cristian Rodriguez (Penarol), Carlos Sanchez (Monterrey), Lucas Torreira (Sampdoria), Matias Vecino (Inter), Jonathan Urretaviscaya (Monterrey). Forwards: Edinson Cavani (Paris St-Germain), Maximiliano Gomez (Celta Vigo), Luis Suarez (Barcelona), Cristhian Stuani (Girona). View oEmbed on the source website France Goalkeepers: Hugo Lloris (Tottenham Hotspur), Steve Mandanda (Marseille), Alphonse Areola (Paris Saint-Germain). Defenders: Lucas Hernandez (Atletico Madrid), Presnel Kimpembe (Paris Saint-Germain), Benjamin Mendy (Manchester City), Benjamin Pavard (Stuttgart), Adil Rami (Marseille), Djibril Sidibe (Monaco), Samuel Umtiti (Barcelona), Raphael Varane (Real Madrid). Midfielders: N’Golo Kante (Chelsea), Blaise Matuidi (Juventus), Steven N’Zonzi (Sevilla), Paul Pogba (Manchester United), Corentin Tolisso (Bayern Munich). Forwards: Ousmane Dembele (Barcelona), Nabil Fekir (Lyon), Olivier Giroud (Chelsea), Antoine Griezmann (Atletico Madrid), Thomas Lemar (Monaco), Kylian Mbappe (Paris Saint-Germain), Florian Thauvin (Marseille). <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2018/05/GettyImages-843074010-c3525a5.jpg" width="4827" height="3222" alt="A supporter of Uruguay waits for the start of the 2018 World Cup football qualifier match between Paraguay and Uruguay in Asuncion, on September 5, 2017. / AFP PHOTO / FAVIO FALCON (Photo credit should read FAVIO FALCON/AFP/Getty Images)" title="Uruguay football fans" /> How did Uruguay and France get to the quarter-finals? Uruguay Having seamlessly navigated a group consisting of Egypt, Saudi Arabia and hosts Russia, Uruguay set out their stall with a professional and resolute 2-1 win over Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal in the last 16. France Considering their pedigree, France were largely dull and insipid in the group stages, scraping wins with Australia and Peru and registering a 0-0 draw with Denmark in their final game. But their last-16 tie with Argentina saw them burst into life with a dynamic and creative performance resulting in a 4-3 scoreline that somewhat flattered their opponents. Who are the players to look out for? Having been born just three weeks apart, grown up on the same street and both graduated from the famous Uruguayan Nacional Academy, you might expect that Luis Súarez and Edinson Cavani have a connection. You’d be right. The Uruguayan duo are their county’s top-scorers and, as they showed against Portugal, an effective strike partnership. While the small South-American nation may be short of quality in other areas, their front two help make up for other deficiencies. France's squad is full of talent. Griezmann, Pogba and the industrious Kanté among them. But it’s Mbappé who really caught the eye in the last 16. The young Frenchman – who turns 20 in December – is the first teen since Pele to score two goals in a World Cup knockout game. His pace, directness and finishing has drawn comparisons to the great Brazilian Ronaldo – and he’s sure to have one eye on the Golden Boot.
Brazil v Belgium World Cup 2018: when is the quarter-final fixture live on TV?
Kick-off time, TV coverage and everything else you need to know about the last-eight clash...
The Brazil and Belgium quarter-final tie has football fans salivating. Both teams are blessed with an array of talent and both have extra incentive to progress – as if it were needed. Belgium haven't made it beyond this point in a World Cup since 1986, while Brazil still feel they must atone for that 7-1 thrashing at the hands of Germany in the 2014 semi-final. So when is the match on TV? And on what channel? Read on for the time, date, location and more... View oEmbed on the source website When do Brazil play Belgium in the World Cup quarter-finals? Brazil tackle Belgium on Friday 6th July, at the 45,000 seater Kazan Arena. What time is kick-off? Play starts at 7pm BST. What channel is it on? The match will be broadcast live on BBC1, with coverage starting at 6:30pm. “It’s still just about still coming home” – David Baddiel and Frank Skinner celebrate England win as fans belt out Three Lions When is the World Cup final 2018 on TV? When are England playing in the World Cup 2018? View oEmbed on the source website Who are in the squads for Brazil and Belgium? Brazil Goalkeepers: Alisson (Roma), Ederson (Manchester City), Cassio (Corinthians). Defenders: Danilo (Manchester City), Fagner (Corinthians), Marcelo (Real Madrid), Filipe Luis (Atletico Madrid), Thiago Silva, Marquinhos (both PSG), Miranda (Inter Milan), Pedro Geromel (Gremio). Midfielders: Casemiro (Real Madrid), Fernandinho (Manchester City), Paulinho (Barcelona), Fred (Shakhtar Donetsk), Renato Augusto (Beijing Guoan), Philippe Coutinho (Barcelona), Willian (Chelsea), Douglas Costa (Juventus). Forward: Neymar (PSG), Taison (Shakhtar Donetsk), Gabriel Jesus (Manchester City), Roberto Firmino (Liverpool). View oEmbed on the source website Belgium Goalkeepers: Koen Casteels (Wolfsburg), Thibaut Courtois (Chelsea), Simon Mignolet (Liverpool). Defenders: Toby Alderweireld (Tottenham Hotspur), Dedryck Boyata (Celtic), Vincent Kompany (Manchester City), Thomas Meunier (Paris St-Germain), Thomas Vermaelen (Barcelona), Jan Vertonghen (Tottenham). Midfielders: Yannick Carrasco (Dalian Yifang), Kevin de Bruyne (Manchester City), Mousa Dembele (Tottenham Hotspur), Leander Dendoncker (Anderlecht), Marouane Fellaini (Manchester United), Eden Hazard (Chelsea), Thorgan Hazard (Borussia Monchengladbach), Adnan Januzaj (Real Sociedad), Youri Tielemans (Monaco), Axel Witsel (Tianjin Quanjian). Strikers: Michy Batshuayi (Chelsea), Nacer Chadli (West Brom), Romelu Lukaku (Manchester United), Dries Mertens (Napoli). View oEmbed on the source website How did the teams reach the quarter-finals? Brazil Brazil have been the antithesis of everything we’ve come to expect from the nation that brought samba to soccer. Their football has been pragmatic rather than gripping, but after comfortably cruising through their group, they’ve shown a bit more panache. Having beaten Mexico without really pushing themselves, it’s frightening to think what might happen if Brazil manage to finally click. Belgium Belgium beat England in a game that seemingly neither wanted to win, topping the group and giving them a tougher run of fixtures. They were expected to cruise past Japan in their last-16 fixture but instead found themselves 2-0 down in the second half – before a spectacular comeback was crowned by a stunning team goal put away by Nacer Chadli to make it 3-2 in the 94th minute. Players to watch Pre-tournament, the answer would’ve comfortably been Neymar. But, having had his season cut short by injury, he still seems to be rusty (except when it comes to his theatrical diving skills). In his absence, it’s Liverpool midfielder Phillipe Coutinho who’s really shone, creating chances galore and even scoring one of his trademark long shots against Switzerland. For Belgium, it’s hard to look beyond Eden Hazard. The skipper's mesmerising dribbling, immaculate first touch and passing have made him one of the players of the tournament so far. Unfortunately for Brazil, Belgium also have the substantial talents of Lukaku and Mertens in support of the Chelsea man. And if that fails? Well, they can stick Fellaini up front and hope something bounces in off his substantial head.
Everything you need to know about the second season of US drama This Is Us
The first season of family drama This Is Us was a hit in the States, and its humour, positivity and emotion have ensured it has a following over here, meaning UK viewers will pleased to know its returning for a second series. Here’s everything you need to know about season two... This Is Us review: cleverly written and easy to watch with occasionally searing depth None of the TCA Awards acting nominees are white men – for the first time ever Kevin Spacey reference removed from This Is Us episode View oEmbed on the source website When is This Is Us season 2 on TV? The show airs on More4 on Wednesdays at 9pm. What is the show about? This Is Us follows three siblings, two related by blood, and one adopted into the family. Kate (Chrissy Mtz) and Kevin (Justin Hartley), two surviving triplets, are joined by Randall (Sterling K Brown) – an abandoned black baby who is adopted into the otherwise white family. The programme flits between the present day and the triplets’ childhood in the 1980s. It delicately tackles issues such as Randall’s troubles with his own identity and the problems people face as they approach middle age. The second season carries on where the first left of, with each sibling beginning to understand and tackle their own personal problems, while flashbacks include the tragic circumstances around the death of their father Jack (Milo Ventimiglia). There's a new arrival in Randall's life, Kevin makes a huge career step and the season culminates in Kate's wedding – but will she go through with it? This Is Us is showing from Wednesday 4th July Sign up for the Free RadioTimes.com newsletter