Rotimi Daramola

90 Minutes Plus

Sports EN ↓ 242 episodes

Starting conversations around the hottest (or often ignored) topics in football. If you're looking for robust discussions around football ecosystems, the history of the sport, football marketing as well as in-depth tactical analysis, then you've come to the right place. Follow the exciting conversations as Rotimi Daramola talks to fans, journalists, policy shapers and decision makers in the beautiful game of football. Follow and subscribe to this feed so you don't miss an episode.

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Rotimi Daramola

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Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

Ep. 71: Gremio vs. Internacional: The Copa Libertadores Game That Saw Eight Players Sent Off! 13.03.2020

The first Porto Algre derby between Gremio and Internacional (both Brazilian sides) ended with more red cards than goals. The Copa Libertadores, once again, lived up to expectations. Say hello to me on Twitter @papi_thegreat

Ep. 70: If You Were Jose Mourinho, You'd be in (a Much Bigger) Trouble Too! 11.03.2020

A long injury list is every football manager's nightmare. For Jose Mourinho, it's the latest bend in his journey as a football manager. With the RB Leipzig loss his sixth in a row, everyone is talking about how much of a fraud he is. If you're on this bandwagon, how about a rethink? Say hey to me on Twitter @papi_thegreat

Ep. 69: Africa's Plastic Club, Nigerians in the North & Other African Football Conversations 10.03.2020

North Africa easily boasts the best club sides on the continent. This, for the umpteenth time, has been made evident in the CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup. In this episode, @LoftiWada and @powerfulfj discuss Esperance, Zamalek, Pyramids and the gulf in class between the North and the rest of Africa, not forgetting Horoya and Enyimba. Send me your reactions on Twitter @papi_thegreat

Ep. 66: Asides Messi & Ter Stegen, How Many Barca Players Can Make the Starting XI of Bayern Munich, Liverpool and Man. City? 04.03.2020

The El Clasico loss was not entirely damaging for Barcelona. They're just one point off the summit of the La Liga table and can easily usurp an unstable Real Madrid side. However, the second 45 of their encounter at the Santiago Bernabeu left a whole lot to be desired, in addition to the many questions it raised. Is this the point where Barcelona makes the transition from on era into another? Send...

Ep. 65: Mourinho's First Priority, the NPFL Curse and Why Haaland Must Wait. (feat. @molatsportgist) 29.02.2020

In this episode, Monsurah joins me to talk about what Tottenham must do to qualify for the UCL quarter-final. She also shares her opinion on what's wrong with the Nigerian Professional Football League and gives her verdict on Haaland. Tweet at me and say hey on Twitter @papi_thegreat

Ep. 64: "Arsenal Can Qualify for the Europa League Final Again." (feat. @Quadibaba) 27.02.2020

As the Europa League gets busier, my guest and I take a look at a new-look Arsenal side, what lies ahead for Mikel Arteta and also touch on the weekend's El Clasico game. Follow me on Twitter @papi_thegreat

Ep. 63: Regardless of Their Arsenal Loss, Everton Are Doing Really Well 24.02.2020

Everton face a baptism of fire in March. In the third month of the year, they will face Chelsea, Liverpol and Manchester United. The days ahead look gloom. However, having lost only two of their last 10 Premier League games, Everton can use their recent history to boost their morale going into March. Send me your reactions on Twitter @papi_thegreat

Ep. 62: Everybody is Talking About the Least Surprising Champions League Result 19.02.2020

From @bbcsport to @goal_my, @heraldNGNews and si_soccer, Atalanta took over the Twitter timeline of a majority of people and organizations after their Master-class performance against Valencia in the Champions League. In this episode, I discussed some of these tweets. Send me your reactions on Twitter @papi_thegreat

Ep. 61: "Man. City Ban Will Reveal Whether Guardiola is a Fraud or a Genius." (feat. Ademola Kadiri) 17.02.2020

This podcast episode features Ademola Kariri, a Chelsea fan who absolutely hates Liverpool. Together, we discuss Chelsea's weird transfer market business, the league title races in the Serie A and the La Liga and of course, the Manchester City ban, not forgetting Chelsea's crunch UCL tie against Bayern Munich. Follow him on Twitter @ademolakadiri. Tweet me with your comments and reactions @papi_th...

Ep. 60: "No Light at the End of The Tunnel for This Current Man. United Side." (feat. @DantePasusu) 13.02.2020

Man. United's decision to bring Odion Ighalo in must have been celebrated by most Nigerians. However, some United are not carried away by the jamboree surrounding a player who no one knows when last he kicked a football. In this podcast, I speak to a Man. Utd fan who thinks Ed Woodward is egoistic and is driving Manchester United to doom. Share your thoughts with me on Twitter @papi_thegreat

Ep. 59: A Spectacular Milan Derby: The Perfect Advertorial for Italian Football 11.02.2020

No one saw it coming: That AC Milan would put up quite a first-half show and Inter Milan would resurrect from the dead in the second. Inter Milan's quest to conquer Italian football is forcing them to outdo themselves, and by extension, sell Italian football like has never been done before. Send me your reactions on Twitter @papi_thegreat

Ep. 58: Women's Football: "Equal Pay Will Only Come After Better Treatment." (feat. Afrolucy) 07.02.2020

In this podcast episode, AfroLucy joins me to talk about the 32-team expansion in the Women's World Cup, equal pay and the 'real' G.O.A.T, Martha. Follow her on Twitter @ Afrolucy. Share your thoughts with me on Twitter @papi_thegreat

Ep. 57: Guardiola is a Lot of Things. Being a Fraud is Not One of Them. 04.02.2020

After losing his last two high profile games, the critics have turned on Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, describing him with all kinds of words. However, Guardiola is just another manager suffering from his past successes. Hit me up on Twitter @papi_thegreat

Ep. 56: "Barcelona Collapse is Inevitable When Lionel Messi Leaves." (feat. Ayoola Kelechi) 01.02.2020

From Barcelona's new manager to the Copa del Rey quarter-final draws, the Madrid and a player comparison, football fan, Ayoola Kelechi, joins me on this episode of the podcast to talk every thing Spanish club football. His heart thinks Barcelona will win this year's Spanish La Liga title and we both agreed the Madrid derby will end up being a boring game. You can follow us and send us your reactio...

Ep. 55: 4 Things Are Still Fundamentally Wrong With Manchester City 30.01.2020

Thr Citizens are a lomg way from being the Centurions they used to be. What used to be cracks in the aide back then have become glaring holes that need to be plugged, if they can ever be plugged. Send me a message on Twitter @papi_thegreat

Ep. 54: Will Andre Gomes Ever Return to Playing at His Best? 29.01.2020

Good news is, Andre Gomes is back from his injury lay-off. Bad news is, there are many complications that come with recovery from such a horrific injury. And the same dilemma lies before Everton, Carlo Ancelotti and the player himself, Andre Gomes. Send me your reactions on Twitter @papi_thegreat

Ep. 53: Is Harry Maguire Captaincy Bad Luck for Manchester United? 24.01.2020

The Red Devils can't seem to keep a low profile these days, for all the odd reasons, of course. Manchester United fans are worried while the management backs a manager who chose a newbie (Harry Maguire) to be captain of the side. Trying times birth difficult questions, one of which is the topic of this podcast episode.  Will you like to feature on this podcast to talk football? Send me a mess...

Ep. 52: "Getting a New Striker Should be No. 1 Priority for Chelsea" (feat. Nnamdi) 23.01.2020

Chelsea's 2-2 draw in the London derby represented a lot of things for the Blues. In this podcast episode, Nnamdi Juugo shares his view about his beloved club, what Chelsea must do to finish in the top four and how the Kepa situation can be solved. Send me your reactions on Twitter @papi_thegreat

Ep. 51: " Frank Lampard Should Take Responsibility!" (featuring Babajide James) 22.01.2020

Despite bossing the game, Chelsea still managed to drop points in the London derby, a result which has enraged fans. In this podcast episode, @babajidejames discusses Lampard, the derby and the way forward. Send ne your reactions on Twitter @papi_thegreat

Ep. 50: Antonio Conte: A Great Manager, A Master Salesman 21.01.2020

Just days after adding Ashley Young to his squad, Antonio Conte is now after Victor Moses. It's a romance story featuring a manager who loves rejects and players who most have written off. This podcast episode is about a manager who must also be a fantastic salesman. Send me your reactions on Twitter @papi_thegreat

Ep. 49: "Manchester United is Promising but Clueless." (feat. Eddy Okaro) 20.01.2020

Featuring a Manchester United fan, this podcast episode features Eddy Okaro who discusses his beloved Red Devils, describes the current state of Man. Utd and also talks about The Clueless One, Ole Gunnar Solksjaer. Send us a message on Twitter @papi_thegreat and @kingarinze

Ep: 48: 3 Things We Now Know Better About Hattrick Hero, Erling Haaland 19.01.2020

Erling Haaland who spent most of 2019 scoring hattricks has resumed duty this year. His 20-minute hattrick for Borussia Dortmund is a testament to either the Norwegian's adaptive skills or his talent, or both. Is there anything new to know about him? Send me your reaction on Twitter @papi_thegreat

Ep. 46: Ernesto Valverde's Sacking Will Not Change Anything! 14.01.2020

With Ernesto Valverde now gone, all eyes will turn to Barcelona as the new manager, Quique Setién takes over. However, this move is one of the most useless ever this season, for obvious reasons. Inheriting the same team, fans shouldn't expect anything new. I'd love to hear from you. Send me your comments on Twitter @papi_thegreat

Ep. 45: Dear Santa, Here's One of My (Many) Christmas Wishes 15.12.2019

It's the season to be jolly. It's also a season of checking lists twice and making special requests to the white-bearded legend. Send me your reaction on Twitter @papi_thegreat

Ep. 44: 5 UCL R16 Games Fans Would Love to See 14.12.2019

One more business before the first half of the 19/20 Champions League season is done with: the Round of 16 draws. In this episode, I discuss potential clashes, especially the ones that will leave fans talking for days after. Which pairings are you hoping for? Send me your comments (also follow me) on Twitter @papi_thegreat

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