Paul McGarraghy
@paulmcgarraghy.bsky.social
✍️A veces escribo. Spent 6 years covering #LaLiga as a Senior Writer for an English language site. Still writing and enjoying fútbol with a beer. Now working on a book.
Views are my own. Manchester City ‘Legacy fan’ | RCD Mallorca sufferer
Views are my own. Manchester City ‘Legacy fan’ | RCD Mallorca sufferer
Pinned
The #LaLiga starter pack has been updated as more clubs and individuals from the world of Spanish football join Bluesky.
I’ve tried to get all of the essential accounts in one place, but let me know if I’ve missed anyone and I’ll get them added.
¡Vamos! 🇪🇸⚽️
go.bsky.app/AMuR6hf
I’ve tried to get all of the essential accounts in one place, but let me know if I’ve missed anyone and I’ll get them added.
¡Vamos! 🇪🇸⚽️
go.bsky.app/AMuR6hf
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Manchester City vs Liverpool
09-11-2025, Premier League
Score: 3:0
Expected Goals: 1.92:0.83
Possession: 53:47
#ManCity #RedTogether
⚽🤖
09-11-2025, Premier League
Score: 3:0
Expected Goals: 1.92:0.83
Possession: 53:47
#ManCity #RedTogether
⚽🤖
November 9, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Manchester City vs Liverpool
09-11-2025, Premier League
Score: 3:0
Expected Goals: 1.92:0.83
Possession: 53:47
#ManCity #RedTogether
⚽🤖
09-11-2025, Premier League
Score: 3:0
Expected Goals: 1.92:0.83
Possession: 53:47
#ManCity #RedTogether
⚽🤖
Wrote a piece on Racing Santander’s UEFA Cup campaign for the latest issue of Revista El Partido. It includes the club’s win over Manchester City in 2008 as well as their games against PSG and FC Twente.
You can read it for free here:
www.patreon.com/posts/142797...
You can read it for free here:
www.patreon.com/posts/142797...
November 5, 2025 at 10:58 AM
Wrote a piece on Racing Santander’s UEFA Cup campaign for the latest issue of Revista El Partido. It includes the club’s win over Manchester City in 2008 as well as their games against PSG and FC Twente.
You can read it for free here:
www.patreon.com/posts/142797...
You can read it for free here:
www.patreon.com/posts/142797...
Drama at Montilivi
58th min: Girona 0-2 Real Oviedo
90th min: Girona 3-2 Real Oviedo
Full time: Girona 3-3 Real Oviedo
When a game can finish like that, I guess to an extent, both teams feel like they’ve dropped points.
Partidazo. #GironaRealOviedo #LALIGAEASPORTS
58th min: Girona 0-2 Real Oviedo
90th min: Girona 3-2 Real Oviedo
Full time: Girona 3-3 Real Oviedo
When a game can finish like that, I guess to an extent, both teams feel like they’ve dropped points.
Partidazo. #GironaRealOviedo #LALIGAEASPORTS
October 25, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Drama at Montilivi
58th min: Girona 0-2 Real Oviedo
90th min: Girona 3-2 Real Oviedo
Full time: Girona 3-3 Real Oviedo
When a game can finish like that, I guess to an extent, both teams feel like they’ve dropped points.
Partidazo. #GironaRealOviedo #LALIGAEASPORTS
58th min: Girona 0-2 Real Oviedo
90th min: Girona 3-2 Real Oviedo
Full time: Girona 3-3 Real Oviedo
When a game can finish like that, I guess to an extent, both teams feel like they’ve dropped points.
Partidazo. #GironaRealOviedo #LALIGAEASPORTS
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Once Upon a Time in La Liga
Podcast Episode · El Partido · 29/08/2025 · 1h 4m
podcasts.apple.com
August 30, 2025 at 8:41 AM
Reposted by Paul McGarraghy
Reposted by Paul McGarraghy
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
You can listen wherever you get your podcasts and watch it back on YouTube I’ll post the links below.
#LaLiga
August 30, 2025 at 8:41 AM
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
You can listen wherever you get your podcasts and watch it back on YouTube I’ll post the links below.
#LaLiga
Reposted by Paul McGarraghy
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
@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
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. ⤵️
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. ⤵️
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...
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...
September 10, 2025 at 8:53 PM
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
@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
The book is out today! ⤵️
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
You can listen wherever you get your podcasts and watch it back on YouTube I’ll post the links below.
#LaLiga
September 8, 2025 at 11:13 AM
The book is out today! ⤵️
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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...
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
September 4, 2025 at 4:24 PM
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...
www.football-espana.net/2025/09/04/a...
Reposted by Paul McGarraghy
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. ⤵️
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. ⤵️
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...
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
September 5, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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. ⤵️
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. ⤵️
Reposted by Paul McGarraghy
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...
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
September 5, 2025 at 7:31 AM
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...
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...
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. ⤵️
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. ⤵️
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...
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
September 5, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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. ⤵️
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. ⤵️
Reposted by Paul McGarraghy
Reposted by Paul McGarraghy
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.
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.
September 4, 2025 at 5:25 PM
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.
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.
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...
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
September 4, 2025 at 4:24 PM
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...
www.football-espana.net/2025/09/04/a...
Girona are 100% getting relegated this season… and I know I’m saying that halfway through Matchday 3. #LaLiga #LALIGAEASPORTS
August 30, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Girona are 100% getting relegated this season… and I know I’m saying that halfway through Matchday 3. #LaLiga #LALIGAEASPORTS
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
You can listen wherever you get your podcasts and watch it back on YouTube I’ll post the links below.
#LaLiga
August 30, 2025 at 8:41 AM
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
You can listen wherever you get your podcasts and watch it back on YouTube I’ll post the links below.
#LaLiga
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
You can spin it as it trying to reach new audiences, but let’s be real… 1/3
August 22, 2025 at 8:24 AM
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
You can spin it as it trying to reach new audiences, but let’s be real… 1/3
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...
#Levante begin their #LaLiga season away to Deportivo Alavés on Saturday night.
laligaexpert.com/pragmatic-ca...
laligaexpert.com
August 13, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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...
#Levante begin their #LaLiga season away to Deportivo Alavés on Saturday night.
laligaexpert.com/pragmatic-ca...
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...
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
August 8, 2025 at 11:45 AM
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...
I wrote about this yesterday in a piece published on @footballespana.bsky.social ⤵️
www.football-espana.net/2025/08/07/g...
Reposted by Paul McGarraghy
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...
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
August 7, 2025 at 7:09 PM
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...
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...
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...
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
August 7, 2025 at 7:09 PM
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...
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...
Today marks the end of an Era, OverTheBar is no more. L
Following an agreement reached in June, ownership has changed.
From today the OTB brand has ceased and takes on a new name The Bundesliga Show.
I’m no longer involved, but I wish Mark & Rory all the best with what they do next.
Following an agreement reached in June, ownership has changed.
From today the OTB brand has ceased and takes on a new name The Bundesliga Show.
I’m no longer involved, but I wish Mark & Rory all the best with what they do next.
🚨 ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨
After a series of successful negotiations we are excited to announce Over The Bar will now be rebranded to The Bundesliga Show.
We (Mark & Rory) are very excited for the 2025/26 season & about what is to come on the channel!
After a series of successful negotiations we are excited to announce Over The Bar will now be rebranded to The Bundesliga Show.
We (Mark & Rory) are very excited for the 2025/26 season & about what is to come on the channel!
August 1, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Today marks the end of an Era, OverTheBar is no more. L
Following an agreement reached in June, ownership has changed.
From today the OTB brand has ceased and takes on a new name The Bundesliga Show.
I’m no longer involved, but I wish Mark & Rory all the best with what they do next.
Following an agreement reached in June, ownership has changed.
From today the OTB brand has ceased and takes on a new name The Bundesliga Show.
I’m no longer involved, but I wish Mark & Rory all the best with what they do next.
Reposted by Paul McGarraghy
One of Laurie Cunningham's old teams come to #wba tomorrow...
Pre match preview @goldbergradio.bsky.social
open.substack.com/pub/theliqui...
Pre match preview @goldbergradio.bsky.social
open.substack.com/pub/theliqui...
Baggies v Rayo Vallecano preview
Conference League qualifiers come to The Hawthorns.
open.substack.com
August 1, 2025 at 4:53 PM
One of Laurie Cunningham's old teams come to #wba tomorrow...
Pre match preview @goldbergradio.bsky.social
open.substack.com/pub/theliqui...
Pre match preview @goldbergradio.bsky.social
open.substack.com/pub/theliqui...