El Clasico

On this episode of The Artful Nutmeg, your hosts take a dive into the history of El Clasico.  It's the classic rivalry between Real Madrid and Barcelona that's steeped in history. We look at some of the most important moments and players that have made an impact on the world's biggest derby.

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SHOW NOTES LINKS/REFERENCES

• Did General Franco halt Barcelona transfer? (BBC Sport)
• Real Madrid Fans Applaud Barcelona’s Andres Iniesta In ‘El Clasico’ (NESN)
• The Record Breakers of El Clasico (La Liga)
• History of El Clasico (Barcelona FC)
• El Clásico: A historic tale (AS)
• Fear and Loathing in La Liga Review (The Guardian)
• THAT Goal by Gareth Bale (Youtube Video)

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NEWS AND INTERESTING BITS

• A brief recap of Wednesday’s El Classic (CNN)
• Graham Potter was ousted from Chelsea Sunday morning. (The Guardian)
  • Why Graham Potter was the wrong choice (ESPN)
  • The Premier League becoming a dead end for managers? (Deadspin)
• Frank Lampard Returns to Chelsea (ESPN)
• Arsenal Women Come Back Against Man City (Goal.com)

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The Artful Nutmeg is the newest project by a couple of friends who share a deep love for soccer. This show explores the deeper world of soccer by examining some of the greatest stories and the lesser-known moments that have shaped the game. This podcast requires no prior knowledge of the game. Instead, this is a chance to build up appreciation for the game, its history, and the people who play for the love of it.

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