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Paul McGarraghy @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social · Aug 30

Here’s the link for Apple Podcasts

podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/e...

Once Upon a Time in La Liga

Podcast Episode · El Partido · 29/08/2025 · 1h 4m

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Paul McGarraghy @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social · Aug 30

Here’s the link for Spotify

open.spotify.com/episode/2jau...

Once Upon a Time in La Liga

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Paul McGarraghy @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social · Aug 30

Really enjoyed chatting with @futboleslaleche.bsky.social all bout his brilliant new book ‘Once Upon A Time In La Liga’ on the latest episode of El Partido.

You can listen wherever you get your podcasts and watch it back on YouTube I’ll post the links below.

#LaLiga

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Paul McGarraghy @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social · 26d

Thanks John, glad you enjoyed it. A genuine pleasure to talk to Chris. Plenty more things planned for the coming months that I’m sure everyone will enjoy.

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John Ewan @londonhibee.bsky.social · 28d

Hadn't previously heard of El Partido podcast, but based on this episode, I'll definitely be listening to more.
@paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social & Nick interview @cmrlee.bsky.social from @outsidewrite.bsky.social on Fascism, Spanish Civil War & Football. Chris explains nuances & dispels some common myths

Paul McGarraghy @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social · Sep 5

Thoroughly enjoyed recording this with @outsidewrite.bsky.social!

Give it a listen and hear about football’s significance throughout the 20th century in Spain including the age before #LaLiga.

We discuss a wide range of stories, clubs, characters and the wider nuances of football and society. ⤵️

Outside Write (Chris Lee) ⚽️ @outsidewrite.bsky.social · Sep 5

Need some commuter or weekend listening this morning?

Big thanks to @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social and Nick from the El Partido podcast for having me on to discuss football before, during, and after the Spanish Civil War

Have a listen 👇🏼 #LaLiga

open.spotify.com/episode/5s5R...

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Paul McGarraghy @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social · Sep 8

The book is out today! ⤵️

Paul McGarraghy @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social · Aug 30

Really enjoyed chatting with @futboleslaleche.bsky.social all bout his brilliant new book ‘Once Upon A Time In La Liga’ on the latest episode of El Partido.

You can listen wherever you get your podcasts and watch it back on YouTube I’ll post the links below.

#LaLiga

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Paul McGarraghy @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social · Sep 4

Latest piece for @footballespana.bsky.social on #RCDMallorca covering the Dani Rodriguez situation and dressing room issues that Jagoba Arrasate has to contend with this season after a difficult start to the new #LaLiga season

www.football-espana.net/2025/09/04/a...

Can Arrasate weather the storm that could define his Mallorca tenure?

RCD Mallorca have had a tricky start to the season, exacerbated by a challenge to the authority of manager Jagoba Arrasate.

www.football-espana.net

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Paul McGarraghy @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social · Sep 5

Thoroughly enjoyed recording this with @outsidewrite.bsky.social!

Give it a listen and hear about football’s significance throughout the 20th century in Spain including the age before #LaLiga.

We discuss a wide range of stories, clubs, characters and the wider nuances of football and society. ⤵️

Outside Write (Chris Lee) ⚽️ @outsidewrite.bsky.social · Sep 5

Need some commuter or weekend listening this morning?

Big thanks to @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social and Nick from the El Partido podcast for having me on to discuss football before, during, and after the Spanish Civil War

Have a listen 👇🏼 #LaLiga

open.spotify.com/episode/5s5R...

Fútbol y Fascismo

open.spotify.com

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Outside Write (Chris Lee) ⚽️ @outsidewrite.bsky.social · Sep 5

Need some commuter or weekend listening this morning?

Big thanks to @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social and Nick from the El Partido podcast for having me on to discuss football before, during, and after the Spanish Civil War

Have a listen 👇🏼 #LaLiga

open.spotify.com/episode/5s5R...

Fútbol y Fascismo

open.spotify.com

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Paul McGarraghy @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social · Sep 5

Thoroughly enjoyed recording this with @outsidewrite.bsky.social!

Give it a listen and hear about football’s significance throughout the 20th century in Spain including the age before #LaLiga.

We discuss a wide range of stories, clubs, characters and the wider nuances of football and society. ⤵️

Outside Write (Chris Lee) ⚽️ @outsidewrite.bsky.social · Sep 5

Need some commuter or weekend listening this morning?

Big thanks to @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social and Nick from the El Partido podcast for having me on to discuss football before, during, and after the Spanish Civil War

Have a listen 👇🏼 #LaLiga

open.spotify.com/episode/5s5R...

Fútbol y Fascismo

open.spotify.com

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Football España @footballespana.bsky.social · Sep 4

It's been a far from ideal start...

www.football-espana.net/2025/09/04/a...

#RCDMallorca

Can Arrasate weather the storm that could define his Mallorca tenure?

RCD Mallorca have had a tricky start to the season, exacerbated by a challenge to the authority of manager Jagoba Arrasate.

www.football-espana.net

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Football España @footballespana.bsky.social · Sep 4

It's been anything but Love Island this summer at Son Moix😬

Jagoba Arrasate has a storm brewing at #RCDMallorca, with captaincy issues, wantaway players and comunicados oficiales.

✍️ @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social looks at the early rumblings he's dealing with.

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Paul McGarraghy @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social · Sep 4

Latest piece for @footballespana.bsky.social on #RCDMallorca covering the Dani Rodriguez situation and dressing room issues that Jagoba Arrasate has to contend with this season after a difficult start to the new #LaLiga season

www.football-espana.net/2025/09/04/a...

Can Arrasate weather the storm that could define his Mallorca tenure?

RCD Mallorca have had a tricky start to the season, exacerbated by a challenge to the authority of manager Jagoba Arrasate.

www.football-espana.net

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Paul McGarraghy @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social · Aug 30

Girona are 100% getting relegated this season… and I know I’m saying that halfway through Matchday 3. #LaLiga #LALIGAEASPORTS

Paul McGarraghy @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social · Aug 30

Thanks Chris, hope you enjoy listening to it as much as we enjoyed recording it! The book’s fantastic too!

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Paul McGarraghy @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social · Aug 30

Here’s the link for YouTube

youtu.be/q4Ldt8KygVc?...

Once Upon a Time in La Liga

YouTube video by El Partido

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Paul McGarraghy @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social · Aug 30

Here’s the link for Apple Podcasts

podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/e...

Once Upon a Time in La Liga

Podcast Episode · El Partido · 29/08/2025 · 1h 4m

podcasts.apple.com

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Paul McGarraghy @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social · Aug 30

Here’s the link for Spotify

open.spotify.com/episode/2jau...

Once Upon a Time in La Liga

open.spotify.com

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Paul McGarraghy @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social · Aug 30

Really enjoyed chatting with @futboleslaleche.bsky.social all bout his brilliant new book ‘Once Upon A Time In La Liga’ on the latest episode of El Partido.

You can listen wherever you get your podcasts and watch it back on YouTube I’ll post the links below.

#LaLiga

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Paul McGarraghy @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social · Aug 22

Likewise, whatever you think of Goldbridge, it’s not as if you say his current platform of followers (predominantly Manchester United fans) is even a cohort of potential ‘consumers’ that could be swayed to embracing the #Bundesliga.

Maybe I’m wrong. Just seems like an act of self-depreciation.

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Paul McGarraghy @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social · Aug 22

…giving it away free like that to be shown on YouTube (not even the #Bundesliga’s own channel) cheapens the ‘product’s’ value

I’ve been to several Bundesliga games - they’re great to attend in person but the TV audience isn’t there in the UK (currently)

I’m not sure this is the way to grow it

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Paul McGarraghy @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social · Aug 22

The more I read about the #Bundesliga’s deal for UK rights - particularly that they’re giving it to Mark Goldbridge for free - the more I think the league has compromised on its integrity. And it’s quite sad.

You can spin it as it trying to reach new audiences, but let’s be real… 1/3

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Paul McGarraghy @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social · Aug 13

In my latest piece for LaLigaExpert, I take a look at how Julián Calero's newly-promoted side might approach life in the top flight, after winning the Segunda title.

#Levante begin their #LaLiga season away to Deportivo Alavés on Saturday night.

laligaexpert.com/pragmatic-ca...

laligaexpert.com

Paul McGarraghy @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social · Aug 8

Now confirmed by Girona. Centre-back Vitor Reis has joined on a season long loan from Manchester City.

I wrote about this yesterday in a piece published on @footballespana.bsky.social ⤵️
www.football-espana.net/2025/08/07/g...

Girona secure services of Manchester City centre-back Vitor Reis

Girona are on the verge of signing Manchester City defender Vitor Reis on loan, taking advantage of their City Football Group links.

www.football-espana.net

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Paul McGarraghy @paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social · Aug 7

Here’s a piece I’ve written on Vitor Reis’ loan move to #Girona from #ManCity

There’s (obviously) a good relationship between the clubs & Girona made it clear to CFG early this summer they would like 2 of City’s young talents on loan for the upcoming season

www.football-espana.net/2025/08/07/g...

Girona secure services of Manchester City centre-back Vitor Reis

Girona are on the verge of signing Manchester City defender Vitor Reis on loan, taking advantage of their City Football Group links.

www.football-espana.net

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