Messi, Ronaldo & a pig's head: How did El Clasico become the world’s biggest club match? - How It All Played Out

22/10/2025 34 min
Messi, Ronaldo & a pig's head: How did El Clasico become the world’s biggest club match? - How It All Played Out

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Episode Synopsis

From General Franco to Johan Cruyff, and from a pig's head to the Messi v Ronaldo rivalry - Spanish football journalist Guillem Balague joins Mark Pougatch and Paul Hayward to explain how El Clasico became the biggest club match in the world. And it's not all about fascism versus socialism, underdog versus serial winner...You might think you know the story but believe us, there's a lot of myths to be busted. Remember to follow or subscribe, and give us a 5 star review too!We'd love to hear from you! Email us: [email protected] Get in touch on socials: @playedoutpodExecutive Producer: Adonis PratsidesProducer: Sophie PenneyHead of Podcasts: Factual: Al RiddellDirector of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

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