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Cristiano Ronaldo has agreed to join Juventus, ending nine years in Madrid that I have been lucky to watch. in this special podcast, recorded as soon as the news broke, I look back at this remarkable era, and analyse what the transfer means for Madrid, Juventus and one of the all-time great footballers.

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I have turned my attention to the semi-finals of the World Cup and in this episode I focus on France's match with Belgium, who have been inspired by a familiar face for Les Bleus: Thierry Henry.

But first I want to talk about Spain and the appointment of Luis Enrique as the new head coach.

Let's get to it.

Graham

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Is it really coming home? England are certainly in the final four of the World Cup finals, following a victory over Sweden. Gareth Southgate's side will now face Croatia - who needed penalties to squeeze past hosts Russia.

Here is my take on both matches.

Enjoy!

Graham

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France get the job done against a Cavani-less Uruguay, before Belgium upset the tournament favourites Brazil in yet another unforgettable football match.

Here's my on-the-whistle take on both games.

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I have turned my attention to the quarter-finals of the World Cup and in this episode I focus on England, Sweden, Croatia and the hosts. It is going to be another remarkable day in Russia.

But first I want to talk about Juventus' interest in signing Cristiano Ronaldo and the reasons why the Portuguese might now be considering his career at Real Madrid.

Dasvidanya!

Graham

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I am starting to turn my attention to the quarter-finals of the World Cup and in this episode I focus on Uruguay, France, Belgium and Brazil. What a pair of matches we have in store!

I talk about the injury fear facing Edison Cavani as well as the remarkable performances of his Uruguay team-mate Diego Godin.

I also discuss the impact on Thierry Henry on this talented Belgium team, as well as the challenges facing France and Brazil.

Dasvidanya!

Graham

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Hola Socios!

We are deep into the World Cup now. How time flies! And to help fill the time between games we are bringing you another very special World Cup compilation show!

You will hear from Terry Butcher, Chris Waddle, Joe Jordan and John Collins as they talk about their experiences and thoughts on the tournaments they played in during their careers.

You'll laugh, you'll learn, you'll love these World Cup stories.

Enjoy!

Graham

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With the Spain players having boarded a flight back to Madrid after being knocked out of the World Cup by hosts Russia, I feel the time is right to dig in to the reasons for their exit and, also, what happens now.

With help from questions from some of you marvellous Socios, I give my opinions on the future of this Spain team and manager Fernando Hierro; potential replacements should he step down; and what to expect next season from embattled goalkeeper David de Gea.

There is so much to talk about so let's get right to it.

Enjoy!

Graham

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Well, that is it for Spain at this World Cup. Out on penalties to hosts Russia.

On the flight back from Moscow to the Spanish base in Krasnodar, I recorded my match review in which I offer my thoughts on what went wrong for La Roja.

I give also give you the thoughts of Sergio Ramos and Fernando Hierro, and describe an emotional farewell from Andres Iniesta as he confirms his decision to end his Spain career.

Dasvidanya!

Graham

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I recorded this episode from Moscow, Russia's capital city and the scene for Spain's last-16 meeting with the hosts.

I update you on the Spanish squad - including an injury scare to Gerard Pique - and the mood among the players, as well as offering my prediction for how La Roja will fare against the Russians.

I also give my views on Argentina's dramatic knockout defeat to France and the architect of that downfall: Kylian Mbappe.

Dasvidanya!

Graham

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