Hit The Target Podcast

South African football had an exhilarating week, with two standout achievements. Vela Khumalo led his team to the semi-finals of the Hollywoodbets COSAFA Cup, while Hugo Broos' revamped Bafana Bafana squad secured a convincing 2-0 victory over Mozambique. After a goalless draw against Tanzania, Bafana Bafana sharpened their attacking edge, firing 21 shots and netting twice against the Mambas. Hugo...

The footballing world eagerly anticipates a monumental clash this weekend as European giants Inter Milan and Paris Saint-Germain prepare to face off in the UEFA Champions League final. This highly anticipated encounter at the Allianz Arena on Saturday night marks a historic occasion, as it will be the first-ever competitive meeting between these two formidable clubs across any major competition. T...

The race for UEFA Champions League qualification is going down to the wire in the Premier League, with just one matchday left to decide which clubs will join Europe’s elite next season. As it stands, only two of the four available Champions League spots have been secured. Liverpool were the first to book their place weeks ago, and Arsenal have now officially joined them following a hard-fought 1–0...

It’s the penultimate matchday of the English Premier League season, and the battle for European spots is heating up. With just six points separating second place from seventh, the final fortnight promises a thrilling conclusion. Hit the Target, powered by Hollywoodbets, has you covered with the best bets for the weekend!

All eyes will be on Merseyside when Arsenal face off with Liverpool on a mission to secure a top-five finish and all but book their spot in next season’s Champions League. Over at St James’ Park, a titanic battle unfolds as fourth-placed Newcastle take on fifth-placed Chelsea. Both teams sit level on 63 points with identical goal differences of +21 — Newcastle edging ahead only by virtue of having...

Matchday 34 of the English Premier League delivered decisive moments that will shape the remainder of the season. Liverpool officially clinched the title, celebrating their historic 20th English league championship after a commanding victory over Tottenham. Meanwhile, Ipswich Town's fate was sealed, as they became the third team to suffer relegation, marking a swift return to the Championship alon...

Matchday 22 kicks off Saturday after a dramatic midweek round. Arsenal's 2-1 win over Tottenham has closed the gap on league leaders Liverpool to just four points, setting up a crucial clash against seventh-place Aston Villa this weekend. Liverpool will aim to bounce back against Brentford in West London, while in-form Newcastle looks to extend their six-game winning streak against Bournemouth. Th...

The North London Derby is back! A rivalry as old as time, as fiery as ever, is set to ignite the Emirates Stadium as Arsenal hosts Tottenham Hotspur. Despite defensive solidity on the road this season—conceding a league-low nine away goals—Tottenham has faced goalkeeping challenges. Guglielmo Vicario's ankle injury and Fraser Forster's exposed weaknesses have been compounded by third-choice Brando...

Facing Man United and Liverpool in the same week is a massive test. Do they have the squad depth to cope with the intensity? Can they build on their impressive win over Southampton and secure positive results against two giants of the game? Salah's incredible form at 32 is a major threat, especially considering Spurs' leaky home defense. Can they keep him quiet? Tune in to the latest episode of Hi...

The Manchester Derby on Sunday promises to be a fascinating clash between two clubs experiencing turbulent times. After a promising start under Ruben Amorim, Manchester United have hit a rough patch, losing their last two Premier League matches against Arsenal and Nottingham Forest respectively. The Red Devils currently sit 13th in the table, a stark contrast to their usual lofty ambitions. Manche...

The Premier League has ignited into life this season, with Liverpool, under the astute guidance of Arne Slot, surging to the top of the table. In a surprising turn of events, Manchester City, the perennial title contenders, have encountered a rare dip in form. Completing the top four are Chelsea and Arsenal. The Blues, under the stewardship of Enzo Maresca, seem to be enjoying a new manager bounce...

The sacking of Erik ten Hag seemed to ignite a fire under Manchester United. A defeat to West Ham United was swiftly followed up by a thrashing of Leicester City in the EFL cup. Whilst United are heavily linked with Sporting CP's Ruben Amorim, the Red Devils interim boss Ruud van Nistelrooy will be tasked with navigating a tough test against Chelsea this weekend!

After a two-week hiatus for international football, the Premier League is back this weekend. In this week's Hit The Target episode, we unpacked several key fixtures to keep an eye on during this round of fixtures and beyond. Can Man Utd Keep Brentford Out? How Will Liverpool Fare in Their First Big Test Under Slot? How Convincing Can Arsenal Be? We take a look at those fixtures and more in this we...

Liverpool have assumed pole position in the Premier League race. Following a surprising loss to Nottingham Forest at Anfield, the Reds have rebounded with consecutive topflight victories. With a packed matchday 7 schedule this weekend prior to the international break, Arsenal and Manchester City will aim to keep the title race tight with home wins against Southampton and Fulham. We take a look at...

Manchester City, under the guidance of Pep Guardiola, remains the dominant force in the Premier League, vying for an unprecedented fifth consecutive title. Their last gasp equalizer against Arsenal maintained their undefeated start to the season. We take a look at their clash with Newcastle this weekend and more in this weekend's Premier League preview!

The Premier League's two most formidable sides, Manchester City and Arsenal, are set to collide in a highly anticipated match. While City have been the dominant force in recent years, Arsenal's recent form and defensive solidity suggest that this fixture could be a much closer contest than many anticipate.

The MTN8 semi-finals have delivered drama, upsets, and a taste of what's to come in the 2024-25 season. Stellenbosch stunned Mamelodi Sundowns, while Cape Town City fought back from behind to draw with Orlando Pirates. We unpack the second-leg where it's all to play for!

Get ready for a thrilling week of football as the MTN8 semi-finals take center stage! The defending champions Orlando Pirates face off against Eric Tinkler's Cape Town City. African powerhouse Mamelodi Sundowns will lock horns with the high-flying Stellenbosch FC. Can Sundowns maintain their dominance, or will Stellenbosch pull off a major upset?

In this week's #HitTheTarget episode, we're turning our focus to the once-mighty Kaizer Chiefs. A club steeped in history and tradition, Chiefs have seen better days. We'll be dissecting the factors contributing to their recent struggles and exploring potential paths to redemption.

In this week's #HitTheTarget episode, football analysts Marc Strydom and Siphesihle Soni preview the quarter-finals of EURO 2024, featuring the match between Spain, who have been dominant so far, and the host nation Germany!

In this week's #HitTheTarget episode, European football analyst Nigel Naicker offers his hot take on EURO 2024 touching on a faltering England, silky Spain, and rampant Germany!

In this week's #HitTheTarget episode, our panel discusses formations, tactics and Gareth Southgate's selection as the Three Lions prepare for a massive Euro 2024 campaign!

In this week's #HitTheTarget episode, our panel discusses the rise of Bafana Bafana under the leadership of Belgian tactician Hugo Broos, as the national team gears up for their World Cup qualifiers against Nigeria and Zimbabwe respectively!

In this week's #HitTheTarget episode, our panel discusses the major talking points around the final fixtures of the DStv Premiership including Mamelodi Sundowns' dominance and lackluster performance by Kaizer Chiefs.

In this week's #HitTheTarget Podcast, our analysts Marc and Nigel discuss this weekend's #EPL fixtures including Jurgen Klopp's send-off fixture where Liverpool will battle Wolves as well as Arsenal and Manchester City's league title battle.