The Big Interview With Graham Hunter

What a player he was, and what stories Peter Beardsley has to tell us. How a game against George Best led to a one-game Manchester United career; why Tino Asprilla was most certainly not the reason Newcastle United blew the title in 1996; how he ended up cooking for Kevin Keegan in a flat above Harrod's.... there's much, much more in this extra-long interview. I loved hearing Peter's stories - let me know what you think. 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

David Provan is the best co-commentator in football. He's been promoted within the Sky team time and again despite having no real name in England from his playing days - it's all been done behind quick, insightful calls and a fierce commitment to this second career in media. Plenty here on life in the Premier League gantry - but also on his first career, as a talented and winning winger for Celtic and Scotland, and the illness that cut it short. All of you will recognise the voice, but only some will have known the player. It's all here. 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

How does an elite middle distance runner become an elite footballer? How does a guy who can't trap a ball become European Midfielder of the Year - twice? How does that player adapt his penalty technique to become - very nearly - perfect? Gaizka Mendieta says this: "My talent was learning. I wanted to learn." It's the bedrock of his story but this also includes The Doors and Lou Reed, maybe the best under-21 tournament ever, maybe the best goal ever, maybe the best cup run ever - and loads more. I hope you like 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

In this one, Alan Pardew was brilliant on some very big moments in his career, the kind that can go either way and result in very different outcomes. Like, what if Steven Gerrard hadn't hit one of the all-time FA Cup final goals against Pardew's West Ham in 2006 (there's also great insight into how that goal happened)? Or how does the Newcastle United story pan out if Hatem Ben Arfa scores for 2-0 against Benfica in the Europa League quarter-final? There's also loads here about his origins in non-league, man-marking Gazza, the future for Crystal Palace and much more. Alan was a generous host at the Palace training ground, and gave us an open and insightful interview. I hope you like 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

During a brilliant afternoon in the company of Michael Carrick, he took us inside some of the high-pressure situations elite footballers experience and the rest of us can only imagine. Like showing up for your first training sessions at Manchester United and taking on the Class of 92 in The Box, the make-or-break exercise where the ruling cabal at Old Trafford would test the mettle of the rest. Or the long yards between the centre circle and the penalty spot before you take a penalty in the Champions League final (I don't think I've ever heard a better description of that particular ordeal). Or the feeling when you've been hit and you're out of ammo and you're screaming for a fellow soldier to help you as the enemy approach and Sir Alex Ferguson is wondering what all the commotion is about. Honestly, it'll all make sense when you get there. 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 epis

Graham met Gaizka Mendieta for a Big Interview the day after Gary Neville was named the new boss at the Mestalla, and it would've been remiss not to ask the Valencia legend what his thoughts on the new appointment were. In this exclusive snippet of an upcoming Big Interview, Gaizka discussed what Gary Neville will face in his new job. 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 Terry tackles the best player you never saw - and why he was only third in a sprint race between England's fastest footballers (what a great idea). There's also lots in here about his move to Rangers - Souness the salesman, full-contact training matches (featuring Souness of England) and another super-talented team-mate, Davie Cooper. 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

From Iron Maiden to Frans Thijssen, there's something for everyone in the first installment of this interview with Terry Butcher, but if you want insight into what made Sir Bobby Robson so special, there may not be a better person to talk to than this icon of Bobby's great Ipswich and England teams. What's your phrase? Altogether now: 'If you're in possession, you can be out of position, but...' 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

Graeme Souness might just be the best British midfielder of all time. Here's his origin story - from frustration at Spurs to his emergence at Middlesbrough - and fantastic insights into the mechanics of the Liverpool winning machine of the 1980s, an easy life in Italy with Sampdoria, and revolution at Rangers. 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 the second part of my chat with Harry Redknapp, we talk about Gareth Bale, Didier Drogba, Elvis Presley, Kanu, Joe Cole, Frank Lampard (both of them), Bobby Moore, George Best and Joe Jordan. 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

My chat with Harry Redknapp went on a bit, so we had to split it. Here's the first half - extraordinary tales from an extraordinary life in football, including the dumbest move West Ham ever made; how not to sign Ian Wright; and what happens when you pull a fast one on Barry Fry. 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

From learning what it took to find a role in a midfield which included Roy Keane and Paul Scholes, to going up against Patrick Vieira as a teenager; from missing a Champions League final due to a refereeing blunder, to a grueling recovery from a career-threatening illness. Darren Fletcher has come through more tests than most, and has emerged as a serial winner and one of the most engaging and intelligent footballers you could meet - and a manager in the making. 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

Find out how you can help keep The Big Interview going for the next year. Hear about new interviews coming soon, and catch up with the seven guests that have made the show such fun so far - with a director's commentary from me. 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

Chris Waddle - England's Zidane, in my opinion - breaks down what made him one of the great entertainers of his generation: his body swerve, his step-over, his decisions as to when to 'go for' an opponent. You hardly EVER hear a top-level athlete get to the bottom of their talent like this. Also starring Eric Cantona, Jean-Pierre Papin, Paul Gascoigne, Franz Beckenbauer, Tommy Hutichison and Glenn Hoddle. 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

Charlie Nicholas was a sensationally impish, creative and uplifting footballer for Celtic, Arsenal, Aberdeen and Scotland. These days he's a Soccer Saturday legend on Sky Sports most Saturdays alongside Jeff Stelling, Paul Merson, Matt Le Tissier and Phil Thompson.What inspired me to choose Charlie for this information is partly the fun he gave me during his playing career [have I mentioned the mighty Dandies before?] partly the fact that back in 1988 he was one of my first ever football interviews .... but also the thought that many, nowadays, know him far more for his TV work than for what a magical football presence he was in the 1980's and 1990's. A balance that needed redressing. It turned out to be one of the most intriguing, honest, enjoyable football conversations I have had for a long time. I think our guest emerges as a true student of football and defies the 'Champagne Charlie' stereotypes. His career is littered with great names - Sir Alex Ferguson, Kenny Dalglish, Graeme Souness, Danny... Hosted

In the second part of our interview, David Moyes arrives at his 11 years at Everton - and the key differences between that time and his short and dramatic spell as manager of Manchester United. 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

Live from San Sebastian, Spain, the manager of Real Sociedad talks about what formed him as a coach - starting at the age of 16 in Iceland - how he first met Sir Alex Ferguson, and his role in the development of David Beckham. Part two coming soon. 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

Kevin Bridges is one of the UK's funniest stand-ups and a serious football fanatic. In this conversation with Graham, he finds the funny in a brief encounter with his Celtic hero, Henrik Larsson; his love of FC Barcelona; a memorable trip to the Super Clasico in Buenos Aires; and the day he compared notes with Jose Mourinho. 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

Ten years on from #Liverpool's epic #ChampionsLeague win over Milan in #Istanbul, Jamie #Carragher talks about how it felt to play thorugh the pain barrier against the best team in Europe. He's great on another historic final - the UEFA Cup win over Alaves, and why Liverpool couldn't celebrate it. If you want to know more about the myth of 'continental' management and what Jamie thinks of recruitment at Liverpool over the last 10 years, then I think you're going to enjoy this. 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

New episode coming on Monday - 10 years on from #Liverpool's #ChampionsLeague win against Milan in Istanbul. There's plenty of that from #JamieCarragher, and much more besides. To get you in the mood, here's Jamie on how much their legendary comeback at the start of the second half cost them in the latter stages of that extraordinary match. 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