<![CDATA[Almost Legend]]>Tue, 01 Dec 2020 07:48:28 +0000Captivate.fmalmostlegend@jamit.fm (Jamit)https://artwork.captivate.fm/2aff9f3e-d96a-4940-b3dc-dde5a48ff47d/almost-legend-pod.jpgAlmost LegendJamitalmostlegend@jamit.fmJamitA show that explores soccer's once-celebrated icons that fell short of expectationshttps://jamit.fm/show/almost-legend/noepisodicAnderson Oliveira: It Was All A BlurAnderson Oliveira: It Was All A BlurHe became Brazil's brightest star after coming through at Gremio before entering global consciousness at FC Porto. His fast rise sparked a tussle between Europe's biggest clubs for his signature; a tussle won by Manchester United.&nbsp; Already a full international by the time he showed up at Old Trafford, no one could have believed that Anderson would turn from extraordinary to ordinary very quickly; but that is what happened. He became Brazil's brightest star after coming through at Gremio before entering global consciousness at FC Porto. His fast rise sparked a tussle between Europe's biggest clubs for his signature; a tussle won by Manchester United. 

Already a full international by the time he showed up at Old Trafford, no one could have believed that Anderson would turn from extraordinary to ordinary very quickly; but that is what happened.

]]>a7fa9b87-3797-4832-9c3e-6a1d61327420Sat, 13 Jun 2020 12:00:00 +010014:49nofull112He became Brazil's brightest star after coming through at Gremio before entering global consciousness at FC Porto. His fast rise sparked a tussle between Europe's biggest clubs for his signature; a tussle won by Manchester United. Already a full international by the time he showed up at Old Trafford, no one could have believed that Anderson would turn from extraordinary to ordinary very quickly; but that is what happened.JamitJavier Portillo: Right Club, Wrong TimeJavier Portillo: Right Club, Wrong TimeHis goalscoring record in the Real Madrid youth teams eclipsed that of the great Raul Gonzalez; making Javier Portillo the most celebrated wonderkid in Spain at the start of the millennium.&nbsp; Breaking into the Real Madrid team of the Galactico era proved even more impressive.&nbsp; Sadly, his breakout would prove to be a false dawn. Failing to live up to his early promise, Portillo struggled in every other club he played in; in a career that dwindled very quickly. You can listen to this episode of Almost Legend on Jamit.fm&nbsp; You can also follow us at; http://twitter.com/jamitfm http://instagram.com/jamitfm http://facebook.com/jamitfm http://linkedin.com/jamitfm And follow Unwana at; Facebook: Unwana U-Kruz Akpabio Twitter: @UnwanaSF Instagram: unwanakruz https://jamit.fm/shows/ (https://jamit.fm/shows/) His goalscoring record in the Real Madrid youth teams eclipsed that of the great Raul Gonzalez; making Javier Portillo the most celebrated wonderkid in Spain at the start of the millennium. 

Breaking into the Real Madrid team of the Galactico era proved even more impressive. 

Sadly, his breakout would prove to be a false dawn. Failing to live up to his early promise, Portillo struggled in every other club he played in; in a career that dwindled very quickly.

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]]>05e76d74-e691-4228-960b-8e134e5d6b2aFri, 05 Jun 2020 12:00:00 +010012:33nofull111His goalscoring record in the Real Madrid youth teams eclipsed that of the great Raul Gonzalez; making Javier Portillo the most celebrated wonderkid in Spain at the start of the millennium. Breaking into the Real Madrid team of the Galactico era proved even more impressive. Sadly, his breakout would prove to be a false dawn. Failing to live up to his early promise, Portillo struggled in every other club he played in; in a career that dwindled very quickly. You can listen to this episode of Almost Legend on Jamit.fm You can also follow us at; http://twitter.com/jamitfm http://instagram.com/jamitfm http://facebook.com/jamitfm http://linkedin.com/jamitfm And follow Unwana at; Facebook: Unwana U-Kruz Akpabio Twitter: @UnwanaSF Instagram: unwanakruz https://jamit.fm/shows/JamitHatem Ben Arfa: MisbehavedHatem Ben Arfa: MisbehavedThe mercurial playmaker has failed to make the most of his dazzling potential but his former coach says people have the wrong idea of him. Now 33, Ben Arfa joined Real Valladolid in January as he looks to rediscover the spark which saw him once touted as France's biggest talent of his generation. You can listen to Almost Legend on the Jamit.fm platform. You can also follow us on all social media platform @jamitfm The mercurial playmaker has failed to make the most of his dazzling potential but his former coach says people have the wrong idea of him. Now 33, Ben Arfa joined Real Valladolid in January as he looks to rediscover the spark which saw him once touted as France's biggest talent of his generation.

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]]>0e1f944b-f9f9-45ad-ae65-d4a5ef69e8ccSat, 30 May 2020 09:00:00 +010012:52nofull110The mercurial playmaker has failed to make the most of his dazzling potential but his former coach says people have the wrong idea of him. Now 33, Ben Arfa joined Real Valladolid in January as he looks to rediscover the spark which saw him once touted as France's biggest talent of his generation. You can listen to Almost Legend on the Jamit.fm platform. You can also follow us on all social media platform @jamitfmJamitStuart Holden: Cursed By InjuriesStuart Holden: Cursed By InjuriesAfter breaking out in Major League Soccer with Houston Dynamo, Stuart seemed set to become the USA's next global superstar. Unfortunately, his career became a tragic story of a footballer whose body failed him by breaking down frequently with injuries. Fans will always have that lingering feeling of what might have been if he was fit for long enough. After breaking out in Major League Soccer with Houston Dynamo, Stuart seemed set to become the USA's next global superstar. Unfortunately, his career became a tragic story of a footballer whose body failed him by breaking down frequently with injuries. Fans will always have that lingering feeling of what might have been if he was fit for long enough.

]]>484f4aa7-1287-4c11-b53f-1348ecde71dcSat, 23 May 2020 12:00:00 +010012:58nofull19After breaking out in Major League Soccer with Houston Dynamo, Stuart seemed set to become the USA's next global superstar. Unfortunately, his career became a tragic story of a footballer whose body failed him by breaking down frequently with injuries. Fans will always have that lingering feeling of what might have been if he was fit for long enough.JamitRabiu Ibrahim: What Went Wrong ?Rabiu Ibrahim: What Went Wrong ?Nigeria thought it had found a replacement for the great 'Jay-Jay' Okocha when Rabiu Ibrahim stepped into the scene at Nigeria's successful outing at the FIFA Under-17 World Cup in 2007. After making his way to Portugal to start what was a promising career, Rabiu Ibrahim quickly turned into a tale of wasted time and talent. Nigeria thought it had found a replacement for the great 'Jay-Jay' Okocha when Rabiu Ibrahim stepped into the scene at Nigeria's successful outing at the FIFA Under-17 World Cup in 2007. After making his way to Portugal to start what was a promising career, Rabiu Ibrahim quickly turned into a tale of wasted time and talent.

]]>582c5a01-999a-4569-8d45-a27a64e6985fSat, 16 May 2020 12:00:00 +010009:18nofull18Nigeria thought it had found a replacement for the great 'Jay-Jay' Okocha when Rabiu Ibrahim stepped into the scene at Nigeria's successful outing at the FIFA Under-17 World Cup in 2007. After making his way to Portugal to start what was a promising career, Rabiu Ibrahim quickly turned into a tale of wasted time and talent.JamitFreddy Adu: The "Loan" RangerFreddy Adu: The "Loan" RangerIn 2004, Lionel Messi was not the most popular teenage sensation in the world. That title belonged to Freddy Adu, who broke soccer records by making his professional debut aged 14. His talent promised a glorious career but what followed was a nomadic career characterized by many bus stops. His story is one of extreme disappointment and...no doubt...regret. In 2004, Lionel Messi was not the most popular teenage sensation in the world. That title belonged to Freddy Adu, who broke soccer records by making his professional debut aged 14. His talent promised a glorious career but what followed was a nomadic career characterized by many bus stops. His story is one of extreme disappointment and...no doubt...regret.

]]>309ffe59-e5a9-476c-97cf-dd21eda7ccceSat, 09 May 2020 12:00:00 +010014:08nofull17In 2004, Lionel Messi was not the most popular teenage sensation in the world. That title belonged to Freddy Adu, who broke soccer records by making his professional debut aged 14. His talent promised a glorious career but what followed was a nomadic career characterized by many bus stops. His story is one of extreme disappointment and...no doubt...regret.JamitAdel Taarabt: So Many Missed ShotsAdel Taarabt: So Many Missed ShotsEarly in his career, Taarabt became known for his tricky feet and outrageous skills. His move to Tottenham should have launched his career alongside Gareth Bale, Aaron Lennon and Tom Huddlestone. Sadly, in a career that took in clubs like Fulham, AC Milan and, currently, Benefica, Taarabt best days were found at QPR; a stark contrast to what was achieved by Lennon, Huddlestone and, of course, Bale.&nbsp; Early in his career, Taarabt became known for his tricky feet and outrageous skills. His move to Tottenham should have launched his career alongside Gareth Bale, Aaron Lennon and Tom Huddlestone. Sadly, in a career that took in clubs like Fulham, AC Milan and, currently, Benefica, Taarabt best days were found at QPR; a stark contrast to what was achieved by Lennon, Huddlestone and, of course, Bale. 

]]>4d7186cf-7aa0-4806-959d-290abd81784aSat, 02 May 2020 14:00:00 +010013:44nofull16Early in his career, Taarabt became known for his tricky feet and outrageous skills. His move to Tottenham should have launched his career alongside Gareth Bale, Aaron Lennon and Tom Huddlestone. Sadly, in a career that took in clubs like Fulham, AC Milan and, currently, Benefica, Taarabt best days were found at QPR; a stark contrast to what was achieved by Lennon, Huddlestone and, of course, Bale.JamitAndy Van Der Meyde: Ruined By Personal DemonsAndy Van Der Meyde: Ruined By Personal DemonsA stand-out talent in an Ajax team that featured Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Westley Sneijder, Steven Pienaar, and Rafael Van Der Vaart, Andy Van Der Meyde had the world at his feet early in his career before struggling at Inter Milan and self-destructing at Everton. A classic tale of how personal demons can get in the way of a successful career. A stand-out talent in an Ajax team that featured Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Westley Sneijder, Steven Pienaar, and Rafael Van Der Vaart, Andy Van Der Meyde had the world at his feet early in his career before struggling at Inter Milan and self-destructing at Everton. A classic tale of how personal demons can get in the way of a successful career.

]]>a53cc3d9-10c9-45b9-8e3d-f147781df456Sat, 25 Apr 2020 14:00:00 +010010:19nofull15A stand-out talent in an Ajax team that featured Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Westley Sneijder, Steven Pienaar, and Rafael Van Der Vaart, Andy Van Der Meyde had the world at his feet early in his career before struggling at Inter Milan and self-destructing at Everton. A classic tale of how personal demons can get in the way of a successful career.JamitYoann Gourcuff: Struck down by injuriesYoann Gourcuff: Struck down by injuriesAs a youngster, Yoan Gourcuff was the closest thing France to a creative outlet since Zidane retired. Tasked with leading France to a new era, he failed to cope with the pressure of filling Zidane's boots and watched his career water down to a mere footnote; a far cry from what could have been given the massive opportunity he was given. As a youngster, Yoan Gourcuff was the closest thing France to a creative outlet since Zidane retired. Tasked with leading France to a new era, he failed to cope with the pressure of filling Zidane's boots and watched his career water down to a mere footnote; a far cry from what could have been given the massive opportunity he was given.

]]>77941f03-904e-40e4-8858-9e04491cdd85Sat, 18 Apr 2020 14:00:00 +010009:16nofull14As a youngster, Yoan Gourcuff was the closest thing France to a creative outlet since Zidane retired. Tasked with leading France to a new era, he failed to cope with the pressure of filling Zidane's boots and watched his career water down to a mere footnote; a far cry from what could have been given the massive opportunity he was given.JamitRoyston Drenthe: The Money ProblemRoyston Drenthe: The Money ProblemRoy Drenthe announced himself to the world with a stunning performance at the Under-17 European Championships in 2007. Earmarked as the heir to Roberto Carlos, Drenthe became nothing like the Brazilian great as his pursuit for fulfillment saw play for numerous clubs...and even take up a new career in music...all before he turned 30 years old. Roy Drenthe announced himself to the world with a stunning performance at the Under-17 European Championships in 2007. Earmarked as the heir to Roberto Carlos, Drenthe became nothing like the Brazilian great as his pursuit for fulfillment saw play for numerous clubs...and even take up a new career in music...all before he turned 30 years old.

]]>22872db9-0c21-40a9-acf5-d491bf12e7dfFri, 10 Apr 2020 14:00:00 +010012:02nofull13Roy Drenthe announced himself to the world with a stunning performance at the Under-17 European Championships in 2007. Earmarked as the heir to Roberto Carlos, Drenthe became nothing like the Brazilian great as his pursuit for fulfillment saw play for numerous clubs...and even take up a new career in music...all before he turned 30 years old.JamitAntonio Cassano: Why So Hangry?Antonio Cassano: Why So Hangry?Nicknamed 'Fantonio' early in his career due to his supreme talent as a youngster, Cassano set the Serie A alight with an electric debut as a 17-year old. As a 19 year old, he became the most expensive teenager in the game before becoming a Galactico. What followed was a rollercoaster of a career that leaves a demonstration of how a bad temper can ruin good talent. Nicknamed 'Fantonio' early in his career due to his supreme talent as a youngster, Cassano set the Serie A alight with an electric debut as a 17-year old. As a 19 year old, he became the most expensive teenager in the game before becoming a Galactico. What followed was a rollercoaster of a career that leaves a demonstration of how a bad temper can ruin good talent.

]]>91714c78-a2bf-431b-b0e4-fb3bb175f23aSat, 04 Apr 2020 14:30:00 +010013:44nofull12Nicknamed 'Fantonio' early in his career due to his supreme talent as a youngster, Cassano set the Serie A alight with an electric debut as a 17-year old. As a 19 year old, he became the most expensive teenager in the game before becoming a Galactico. What followed was a rollercoaster of a career that leaves a demonstration of how a bad temper can ruin good talent.JamitRicardo Quaresma: The Undisciplined ChampionRicardo Quaresma: The Undisciplined ChampionBlessed with skill on both feet, Ricardo Quaresma started his career with a bigger reputation that fellow Portuguese wonderkid, Cristiano Ronaldo. While Ronaldo went on to become one of the game's greatest goalscorers, winning multiple Ballon D'ors along the way, Quaresma's career failed to ignite as he crumbled at every chance to prove himself at the highest level, with failed moves to top clubs in Italy, Spain and England. Listen to Almost Legend on https://jamit.fm/almostlegend Blessed with skill on both feet, Ricardo Quaresma started his career with a bigger reputation that fellow Portuguese wonderkid, Cristiano Ronaldo.

While Ronaldo went on to become one of the game's greatest goalscorers, winning multiple Ballon D'ors along the way, Quaresma's career failed to ignite as he crumbled at every chance to prove himself at the highest level, with failed moves to top clubs in Italy, Spain and England.

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]]>4ec6fb12-51e7-4ed6-979a-173cda7f66c1Sat, 28 Mar 2020 13:02:00 +010017:04nofull11Blessed with skill on both feet, Ricardo Quaresma started his career with a bigger reputation that fellow Portuguese wonderkid, Cristiano Ronaldo. While Ronaldo went on to become one of the game's greatest goalscorers, winning multiple Ballon D'ors along the way, Quaresma's career failed to ignite as he crumbled at every chance to prove himself at the highest level, with failed moves to top clubs in Italy, Spain and England. Listen to Almost Legend on https://jamit.fm/almostlegendJamitAlmost Legend: TrailerAlmost Legend: TrailerDiscover talented soccer players that almost reached the legend status but fell short. Discover talented soccer players that almost reached the legend status but fell short.

]]>7f836335-8071-4561-8617-dff6128dd04cSun, 08 Mar 2020 09:00:00 +010001:12notrailer1Discover talented soccer players that almost reached the legend status but fell shortJamit