The Big Interview With Graham Hunter

Hello Big Interview listeners! Well, you’ve been very patient, so here it is: Part Two of my Big Interview with Terry Gibson.And, I promise, it is well worth the wait. If you remember, at the end of Part One we left Terry after he had cut short an unfulfilling spell at Manchester United and signed for Wimbledon. We’ll pick up the story there, as Terry takes you inside that club and introduces you to the Crazy Gang.The chances are you’ll have heard of them, but Terry takes us beyond the headlines and describes a group of rival factions who shared a dressing room. I found that fascinating but there was a happy ending, with Wimbledon going on to lift the 1988 FA Cup. Terry talks brilliantly about that cup run and the final against Liverpool.I enjoy speaking to Terry and consider him a friend, but that’s not why I wanted him on the show. He also has a shrewd, brilliantly analytical football mind - just listen to how he takes clubs in England to task over their reliance on financial might instead of effective scou

Hola! Well, I’ve had a busy day… all thanks to a certain Brazilian midfielder who has just landed in the city I call home, Barcelona.  This was Coutinho Day at FC Barcelona so please join me for a behind-the-scenes report on how it all went down.You’ll hear snippets from the press conference, insights from colleagues in the Spanish press and get a flavour of the atmosphere around one of the highest-profile signings in the club’s history.  Enjoy! Graham Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit revistadelaliga.substack.com

Hello Big Interview listeners! And a Happy New Year! We’ve picked out a juicy chunk of my Big Interview with Roberto Di Matteo. In this extract, Robbie talks about taking over Chelsea in March 2012 after the sacking of Andre Villas Boas. Robbie describes the mixture of personalities as the most difficult dressing room he ever faced as a player or manager.But it held the key to unbelievable success. Here, he talks through the incredible second leg of their last 16 tie and a nerve-shredding quarter-final win over Benfica.To hear the full 80-minute episode, including Roberto’s take on their epic semi-final win over Barcelona, and then that incredible night in Munich against Bayern in the final, it’s time to become a Socio.    Sign up now and you’ll not only unlock the Robbie interview, but my conversations with Rafa Van der Vaart, Ledley King, Robbie Keane, Kevin Phillips and Jermaine Defoe. Go to  patreon.com/grahamhunter. It’s the best £2.99 you’ll spend this year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo

As we recorded Season Two of The Big Interview, one theme tended to stand out above all others: street football. It seemed as though every one of our guests was able to share a memory of being a kid kicking a ball about on the street outside their house, in a nearby field, or simply against the door of a shed so, clearly, we were left with no choice but to bring those childhood tales together and to create a clip show dedicated to street football. It is perhaps fitting that we begin with a history lesson, as Alex McLeish and Walter Smith recall the carefree days, coming home from school and rushing right back out the door to join in the game they knew was already under way at their local field. Mark Noble also remembers joining every youngster on his street to play a game on a school field behind their houses.Thomas Hitzlsperger explains how he was able to transform the family farm into a football pitch to rival Wembley and Matt Le Tissier describes the game he made up for himself in his back garden and which

Recorded on the final whistle at the Bernabeu, here's my take on where a record-breaking Clasico was won and lost - tactics, discipline, the graduation of Sergi Roberto, the extension of the reign of King Leo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit revistadelaliga.substack.com

Hola!Well, not long now until FC Barcelona arrive at the Bernabeu. Are you excited? I sure am.This is my take on what to expect from what is certain to be a captivating Clasico - from the chances of the FC Barcelona players giving their rivals a guard of honour, to who I expect to start the game.Oh, and I also piece together a composite Clasico XI.Enjoy!Graham Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit revistadelaliga.substack.com

Hello and welcome to another Big Interview! This time it's with Mr Terrence Gibson.Now, I know Terry well given that we have both covered Spanish football during our careers, with Terry having become a respected co-commentator for Sky Sports since his playing days ended. But I was delighted that, during the course of our chat, I was still able to learn from him.For example, in Part One of this Big Interview, Terry tells me about what - or who - scared him most when he was coming through at Tottenham; he describes what it was like to play in the infamous 'Friday kick ups' at Spurs, brutal games which took the place the day before big first-team matches; and he speaks honestly about how it felt to leave the club he has always supported.Terry is very, very funny, but there is still frustration in his voice as he recounts a trying time at Manchester United under Roy Atkinson and then Sir Alex Ferguson, a manager with whom Terry had a massive fall out before moving on to have success at Wimbledon.This was fun to r

The guys who produce The Big Interview (and also publish my books) have a new podcast out, starting today. This is me talking to them about it. If you enjoy my shows, this is definitely worth a listen - they talk to authors and journalists about the making of a great sport story. The first episode, featuring Rory Smith talking about his 10-months-in-the-making profile of the recovery from injury of Ilkay Gundogan, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit revistadelaliga.substack.com

Ahead of the Manchester derby, I spoke to Paolo Condo, author of THE DUELLISTS, a new book about the four Clasicos in 18 crazy days in 2011 that took Barcelona, Real Madrid and Pep Guardiola and Jose Mourinho to the edge. We were both on that unforgettable rollercoaster six years ago. This is us, talking about it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit revistadelaliga.substack.com

Hello Big Interview listeners!In this clip from my exclusive Big Interview with Jermain Defoe, he discusses the reasons for his special relationship with Tottenham supporters, fans who still sing his name ... even when Jermain is playing against their team.He also talks about the five goals he scored while playing for Spurs against Wigan in 2009.If you want to listen to the full, 50-minute interview with Jermain then it is time to become a Socio. Go to https://www.patreon.com/grahamhunter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit revistadelaliga.substack.com

The Big Interview is pulling on the armband for our latest clip show, as we look back at a special group of players who cropped up a lot in Season Two: the manager’s representative on the pitch, the leaders of men, the captains.There was really no escaping the subject when we had Mark Noble on the podcast. The West Ham skipper first took us into the Hammers dressing room to reveal the nefarious method he uses to up the intensity at training, as well as the more subtle ways he gets more out of his team-mates during matches. Mark then pays tribute to a rival Premier League captain: Wayne Rooney.Pablo Zabaleta explains what he said in the Argentina dressing room to help inspire them to victory over arch-rivals Brazil in the Under-20 World Cup, while Benni McCarthy offers his own, unique description of “The Beast” - former Porto captain Jorge Costa.Chris Sutton also talks about what made Tim Sherwood such an effective leader when his Blackburn Rovers side won the Premier League title, and Walter Smith explains th

Hola everyone!We gave Sunday night's top-of-the-table meeting between Valencia and FC Barcelona plenty of build-up ... and it didn't disappoint.I talk about the goal that wasn't given, Valencia's second-half resurgence and, of course, the genius intervention of a certain little Argentinian near the end. There's also my thoughts on ginger wigs ... seriously, you have to tune in.On a weekend when Real Madrid and Atleti both closed ground on leaders Barca, I reflect on their victories over Malaga and Levante respectively.Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit revistadelaliga.substack.com

In this exclusive extract from The Big Interview with Super Kevin Phillips, he talks about his evolution from star striker to coach at Leicester City.Kevin reveals that he thinks he could have played for another season, while also describing what it is like trying to teach the finer points of finishing to a character like Jamie Vardy.But this is only a little piece of the full interview. If you want to listen to that, plus so much more, then it's time to become a Socio at https://www.patreon.com/grahamhunter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit revistadelaliga.substack.com

Hola everyone ... and especially those of you who are Liverpool supporters!Before the 2-2 draw with Sevilla at Anfield in September, I spoke with a Liverpool scout and gave him my opinions about what tactics and technical play to expect from the Spanish side.With the two teams set to meet again, it stands to reason that I should offer my insights to all of you. So, here it is, my Sevilla Dossier.Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit revistadelaliga.substack.com

Hola! Atleti and Diego Simeone do not have their troubles to seek right now. Well, here's another one: city rivals Real visit the Wanda Metropolitano tomorrow evening.In this special preview episode of the Big Inside View, I take a look at the how the two teams are shaping up ahead of this derby; name the players likely to start the match; and, of course, give my prediction.Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit revistadelaliga.substack.com

In Part Two of The Big Interview with actor Martin Compston, he takes us on to the set of the wonderful football film The Damned United, which tells the story of Brian Clough’s ill-fated spell in charge of Leeds. Martin, who plays striker John O’Hare in the film, is often fiercely critical of movies about football, but he explains why he thinks The Damned United gets it so right. He also talks about what it was like to work with director Ken Loach on another great film with football as its backdrop: Tickets.From Loach to Michael Sheen to Miss Marple, Martin tells great stories about some famous names. And how about another - Prince. Yes, he features in this podcast too.What’s more, that unbelievable encounter took place on the eve of the Soccer Aid match, but Martin reveals that he was still able to play so well that his performance at full-back earned him special praise from The Special One.Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to disc

Hola! Detective Sergeant Steve Arnott . . . sorry, that’s Martin Compston, is a television and film star, an actor who is perhaps best known for appearing in the hugely popular crime drama Line Of Duty. But, in Part One of this Big Interview, Martin takes us back to one of his earliest roles, when he starred as a sweeper in the youth teams of Greenock Morton and, later, Aberdeen, where he trained regularly alongside the likes of Joe Miller, Eoin Jess and Dean Windass.I am only a little bit jealous about that.Martin gave up on football to pursue a career in acting, but he remains a devoted supporter of another Scottish team: Celtic. He recalls marvelling at the maestro Paul McStay and being left speechless - literally - by the king, Henrik Larsson. Listen out for cameos from former Manchester United stalwarts Paul Scholes and Darren Fletcher, too.Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access t

Leo Messi laces up his boots as a for the 600th time as a Barcelona player this weekend. I was there the first time, and have watched him set record after record since then. Here's a few of the ways in which he has raised the bar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit revistadelaliga.substack.com

Hello Big Interview listeners! What a pleasure it was to spend time in the company of Kevin Phillips. Or 'Super Kevin Phillips', as you may know him. You're about to listen to Kevin skilfully deconstruct the formidable Sunderland team, with him and Niall Quinn at its apex. Listen out for Nicky Summerbee's crossing, Allan Johnston's trickery, Peter Reid's man management, Monday afternoons in the pub - and how it led to Kevin and Micky Gray getting England call-ups while still playing in the Championship. If all this isn't enough, you can listen to the full 90 minutes of Kevin Phillips straight away by becoming a Big Interview Socio at patreon.com/grahamhunterSign up now and you'll also unlock exclusive interviews with Rafa Van der Vaart, Ledley King and Robbie Keane. Every month, the deal gets better.Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit revistadelaliga.substac

Something is happening in English international youth football, right? This is a preview of tomorrow's - October 28 - England-Spain FIFA Under-17 World Cup final in Kolkata. Let's also mention that England's Under-20s won the World Cup in June and their Under-19s won the European Championship in July. Time to start getting excited? Listen up to find out my take.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit revistadelaliga.substack.com