Revista de la Liga with Graham Hunter

I caught up with Liam Henderson in beautiful Florence, where the elegant midfielder plies his trade with Empoli.The former Celtic man has spent four years in Italy, initially playing under Fabio Grosso at Bari and Verona, who Liam had watched winning the 2006 World Cup on television and felt he was fated to work under. Liam loves Italy – especially the cuisine, and feels his talents are more appreciated there than in his native Scotland.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

Manuel Pellegrini's Real Betis are on the rise, and they play their La Liga co-leaders Real Madrid at the Bernabeu on Saturday. From my latest column for EPSNFC, here's why I can't wait for the weekend's match. EnjoyG 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

In part two of my enlightening chat with Bruno Lage, the Wolves manager goes deep into how the power of the image can overcome the distractions of modern life when seeding his football philosophy into the minds of young players.There’s great content about why a boss should be the coolest guy on the pitch. And I ask: how on earth do coaches of top clubs cope with a World Cup slap bang in the middle of the season?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

The La Liga weekend just past was proof that fans of the Spanish national team should be getting excited ahead of their opening match in Qatar in a little over 90 days. The form of Alvaro Morata, Ansu Fati and Gerard Moreno are an indication of a growing maturity. Enjoy the audio version of my latest column for ESPNFC 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

Wolves manager Bruno Lage has imported the wisdom and techniques he garnered coaching at Benfica into the Black Country.The Portuguese has also learned a lot from life in England: about the incredible football passion and, paradoxically, how not to dwell too much on a setback.Also in part one, amazing insight into Benfica’s talent conveyor belt.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

The simmering transfer of Casemiro from Madrid to Manchester United would be the most disappointing in my many years reporting on this game.For Madrid, it's sabotage: their midfield can't be the same without one of its keystones and the domino affect could mean the end of an era.For a footballer who turns 31 this season, it's bad timing: he is dropped into a team with no Champions League football this season and likely none next season. He does not speak the language. But he will make a lot of money.  For United, it's a challenge: they are moving for one of my favourite players to watch and analyse - a risk-taker, an improviser, a jazz player. Does that sound like the perfect pivot for an Erik ten Hag team to you?Here's my take on an extraordinary and incomprehensible transfer saga. Feel free to throw it back in my face at the end of the season if it all works out great.  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

It means football is for the smart guys - Dani Alves told me that a few years ago now, but last weekend the evidence was as clear as ever.Inspired by the quick thinking of, among others, Casemiro, Davide Ancelotti and CS Osasuna, this is from my writing for ESPNFC. 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

Here’s another chance to hear my interview with Virgil van Dijk from season five.The world’s greatest defender’s big break was his move to Celtic, which grounded him in British football. Next up Southampton, where coach Ronald Koeman picked on Virgil – only to bring out the best in him.You’ll hear about risk taking, passing and pressing at Anfield, and why Lionel Messi was Virgil’s most challenging opponent.And I ask, just how the heck did Liverpool turn around the 3-0 defeat away to Barcelona in the semi-final of the Champions League in 2019?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

Hola!In part two of this month's Q&A, me and Pete Jenson go big on Atleti. Is Simeone in his comfort zone? Can they challenge this season? There's our take on Riqui Puig's move to LA Galaxy, Girona's chances of survival, what impact the World Cup break will have on teams... and we even squeeze in some chat on the mighty Aberdeen!Enjoy!G 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

HolaWe're back for the first Q and A of the season (with special guest Pete Jenson)... and we've been inundated with questions on Barca's financial situation, player registration and Frenkie de Jong. You'll also get an update on Real Madrid, as they prepare for another momentous season.EnjoyG 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