Rio Ferdinand Presents

Former Manchester United and Real Madrid striker Javier 'Chicharito' Hernández joins Rio Ferdinand to relive one of football's most remarkable careers, opening up on the dressing rooms that shaped him and the biggest names he played alongside.

You’ll see Chicharito like never before as he passionately explains why Cristiano Ronaldo was "never arrogant", revealing what the five-time Ballon d'Or winner was really like behind closed doors at Real Madrid and why the Portuguese icon's relentless mentality is so often misunderstood.

The former United favourite also breaks down the movement that made him one of Europe's deadliest penalty-box strikers, analysing the famous Bolton goal that Rio still calls one of the greatest examples of striker movement he's ever seen. He explains why Erling Haaland can become an even more complete forward, compares Harry Kane to Karim Benzema and names the current striker he'd most like to play alongside.

There's also a fascinating insight into Sir Alex Ferguson's Manchester United, why adapting to the club's culture mattered more than proving yourself immediately, the standards set by Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes and Wayne Rooney, plus why Michael Carrick deserves far more credit for restoring Manchester United's identity.

Chicharito also reflects on life at Real Madrid alongside Ronaldo, Gareth Bale, Luka Modrić and Sergio Ramos, discusses why Gareth Bale remains one of football's most underrated superstars and reveals the five-a-side team he'd pick from the incredible players he shared a dressing room with.

00:00 - Introduction & Cristiano Ronaldo’s Mentality
01:38 - Chicharito on His Playing Style & Movement
02:32 - Adapting to Man Utd alongside Rooney, Giggs & Nani
04:39 - Is Movement Instinctive or Learned?
06:22 - Dissecting the Iconic Goal vs. Bolton (Movement Analysis)
10:23 - Reading Teammate Body Language & Quick Attacks
12:59 - Advice for New Transfers Entering Big Clubs
15:43 - Manchester United Standards & Earning Respect
18:40 - Family Legacy & Tough Love from His Father
20:00 - Dressing Room Culture & Learning from Paul Scholes
24:15 - Winning Player of the Year in His Debut Season
26:08 - The Post-Ferguson Shift & Leaving Old Trafford
30:32 - Manchester United vs. Real Madrid: Cultural Differences
34:58 - What Cristiano Ronaldo Was Really Like Behind the Scenes
40:52 - Gareth Bale, Karim Benzema & The Modern #9
49:54 - Picking His Ultimate Strike Partner & 5-a-Side Team

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World Cup-winning captain Hugo Lloris joins Rio Ferdinand for an exclusive conversation that only a handful of people in football history could ever have. As one of the few men to captain his country to World Cup glory, Hugo takes Rio inside the pressure, leadership and emotion behind lifting the biggest trophy in football.

Lloris explains why Kylian Mbappé looked different from his very first France training session, the work that transformed him into one of the world's deadliest forwards and why he believes greatness is still written in his destiny.

He also relives the unforgettable 2022 World Cup Final, offering a unique perspective from inside one of the greatest matches ever played. Hugo reveals the specific instructions Didier Deschamps gave France to try and stop Lionel Messi, explains why even the best-laid plans weren't enough and reflects on watching Messi and Mbappé produce an all-time classic on football's biggest stage.

The former Tottenham captain also opens up on Harry Kane's incredible development under Mauricio Pochettino and states why he thinks the England captain can win the Ballon d’Or. You’ll also hear why Spurs never quite turned their golden generation into trophy winners and what really changed under José Mourinho and Antonio Conte.

Rio and Hugo also discuss Didier Deschamps' leadership, the lessons France learned from the heartbreak of Euro 2016 before becoming world champions, facing Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Luis Suárez and Sergio Agüero [and Jamie Vardy], why N'Golo Kanté is unlike anyone he's ever played with, Paul Pogba's misunderstood reputation and Hugo's ultimate five-a-side team.

This is Hugo Lloris in the way you’ve never heard him before.

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It’s time for Joel and Ste to head back after a month in LA with Airbnb so the trio settle down in the outdoor pool to review the tournament so far including how resolute and impressive Thomas Tuchel has been considering the questions and doubts about his squad selection.

Joel turns the tables on Rio and gets him to pick his tournament 5 a side team… wait for the caveats!

Ste and Rio discuss the tactical trends that may make their way back to the Premier League after the World Cup and then pick three players to splurge £300m on as if they were in charge of their clubs.

The trio also reminisce about the favourite moments of the trip away from the football including the ability of Ste and Rio to embrace the horse-riding experience in comparison to Joel.

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Continuing his trip around Los Angeles with Airbnb, Rio watches the England v Norway match on Venice Bach with Fox Sports commentator Darren Fletcher.

After scoring another brace, Rio declares that Jude Bellingham is England’s finest tournament player since the Three Lions won the World Cup in 1966.

There’s praise for Elliot Anderson - who Rio thought should have been awarded man of the match and serious love for the way Thomas Tuchel has approached this tournament.

Rio reveals how much confidence the players will take from the ability of their manager to impact and change the course of a match with his substitutions and tactical changes.

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Rio continues his trip round LA thanks to Airbnb and invites Fara Williams to join him, Ste Howson and Joel Beya to round up the latest transfer news from the Premier League and looks ahead to England’s World Cup quarter final with Norway.

After Thomas Tuchel gave his players 36 hours off after a gruelling tie against Mexico, Rio and Fara discuss the trust the manager has in his players and how that becomes so important for those individuals who are at risk of being suspended if they pick up another booking.

There’s a crazy stat about Erling Haaland’s goalscoring record against Jordan Pickford, Rio’s advice for defending against the Norwegian striker before the four look at the latest moves being discussed and confirmed by clubs in the Premier League.

Rio and Ste debate the profile, price and optics of the £50m signing of Chelsea’s Andrey Santos before discussing potential moves to Arsenal for both Bruno Guimaraes and Marcus Rashford.

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