
Revista de la Liga with Graham Hunter
The inside line on Spanish football. News and analysis straight from La Liga and the national team, from the award-winning journalist, author and podcaster, Graham Hunter. www.revistadelaliga.com
Latest episodes

Mar 4, 2024 • 5min
BITESIZE | Chris Waddle: Eric Cantona, rebel with a cause
Today’s story comes from Chrissy Waddle, who played alongside Eric Cantona at Marseille and believes he was popular when he moved to England because British fans love a rebel.Listen to the original full episode:Chris Waddle: The Entertainer - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.revistadelaliga.com/subscribe

Mar 1, 2024 • 8min
BITESIZE | Matt Le Tissier: Bale was destined for greatness
Today’s story comes from Matt Le Tissier, who speaks about seeing a young Gareth Bale come through the ranks at Southampton and knowing that he was destined for the very top.Listen to the original full episodes:Matt Le Tissier: Local Hero - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | AcastMatt Le Tissier: Survival Games - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.revistadelaliga.com/subscribe

Feb 29, 2024 • 6min
BITESIZE | Steve McManaman: When Zizou became the King of Europe
Today’s story comes from Steve McManaman, who speaks about how Zinedine Zidane’s frustrating start at Real Madrid was quickly forgotten after the 2002 Champions League final win over Bayer Leverkusen.Listen to the original episode:Classic Big Interview: Steve McManaman - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.revistadelaliga.com/subscribe

Feb 28, 2024 • 50min
Classic Big Interview: Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink
Here’s another chance to hear my interview with Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink from season two.Few are better placed to discuss the differences in football cultures than Jimmy – and he doesn't hold back. He has strong views on the issues within English football, but it is his home nation of Holland for which he reserves the harshest criticism. Why do the Dutch keep coming up short? Jimmy also talks Chelsea, Middlesbrough, Gudjohnsen and Valeron.Subscribe to The Big Interview YouTube channel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.revistadelaliga.com/subscribe

Feb 26, 2024 • 6min
BITESIZE | Darren Fletcher: Finding my feet alongside Scholes
Today’s story comes from Darren Fletcher, who says that Paul Scholes was technically one of the best players of all time, so much so that the Scotsman had to redefine his own role as a midfielder at Manchester United.Listen to the original full episode:The Big Interview with Darren Fletcher - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.revistadelaliga.com/subscribe

Feb 23, 2024 • 8min
BITESIZE | Quinton Fortune: Cristiano was bound for glory
Today’s story comes from Quinton Fortune, who recalls both the breathtaking talent and the incomparable mentality of the young Cristiano Ronaldo at Manchester United. No player ever worked harder for success than the Portuguese genius. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.revistadelaliga.com/subscribe

Feb 22, 2024 • 36min
Classic Big Interview: Phil Neville Part Two
Here’s another chance to hear my interview with Phil Neville from season two.In part two, we chatted about Phil’s new life in Spain after he took on a coaching role at Valencia, a move instigated largely by a bold decision that his son made. Phil breaks down how he learned the language and soaked in the football culture of the nation. You’ll hear about the complex differences between the football cultures of Spain and Britain. Subscribe to The Big Interview YouTube channel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.revistadelaliga.com/subscribe

Feb 20, 2024 • 35min
Classic Big Interview: Phil Neville Part One
Here’s another chance to hear my interview with Phil Neville from season two.In part one, Phil describes his first love: cricket, and how he nearly made it in that noble sport. His experiences in cricket helped form his football mentality, and even shaped his outlook in life. In an era when the professional game is awash with money, Phil’s insistence on instilling a work ethic and morals in young footballers has never been more relevant. Subscribe to The Big Interview YouTube channel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.revistadelaliga.com/subscribe

Feb 19, 2024 • 11min
BITESIZE | Benni McCarthy: How Jose saved my career
Today’s story comes from Benni McCarthy, whose tough time at Celta Vigo ended when Jose Mourinho brought him to Porto. Benni saw the Portuguese as a father figure, and would have run through a brick wall for him.Listen to the original full episode:Benni McCarthy: Mourinho & Me - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.revistadelaliga.com/subscribe

Feb 16, 2024 • 5min
BITESIZE | Slaven Bilic: What Croatia’s league has given the world
Today’s story comes from Slaven Bilic, who celebrates how Croatia having a national football league helps bring on young talents – but he insists Luka Modric would have made it anyway.Listen to the original full episodes:Slaven Bilic Part One: Boban, Suker And The Boys of '96 - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | AcastSlaven Bilic: Pancev, National Pride And The Road To Paris - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.revistadelaliga.com/subscribe