On this week’s learning English through football podcast we look back at the career of the great Johan Cruyff who sadly passed away earlier in the week. We also have a quiz about the great Dutchman to help those who want to improve their listening skills a little more. We also explain a new English for football phrase – this week we look at the expression ‘total football‘ and of course we finish with predictions from some huge games from around the world including World Cup qualifiers from South America, Asia and a high profile friendly between Germany and England.

Learn English through Football Podcast: Johan Cruyff and World Cup Qualifiers

* Listen only to the main report here – the transcript and vocabulary will help you understand key phrases and improve your language skills.

* This week’s predictions feature games from the World Cup qualifiers.

* This week’s English for football phrase is ‘Total Football‘.

* Check out our glossary of footballing phrases here. If you have any suggestions, contact us at [email protected]

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