On The Whistle Podcast

In this episode we unpack the reasons for Sadio Mane's move to Bayern Munich and why leaving Liverpool could allow Senegalese star a chance to focus on more European success. Host: Zayn Nabbi Guest: Courtney Freese #ServusMané #MiaSanMia #YNWA #lfc #sadiomane Follow us on IG: @otw_podcast Follow us on Twitter: @otw_podcast Like us on Facebook: On The Whistle Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

In one of the biggest shocks on the continent legendary coach Pitso Mosimane has left Egyptian giants Al Ahly. The panel looks at what brought about the end of Jingles' time in Cairo, where he might go next, and what legacy he leaves behind. Host: Zayn Nabbi Guests: Lorenz Köhler (iDiski Times), Courtney Freese (Former Champions League Semi-finalist), Alasdair Howorth (OTW Multimedia journalist),...

It's been a long season full of thrills and intrigue across the continent. The panel takes a look back at their personal highlights while looking ahead to some of the biggest stories of the transfer window Panel: Zayn Nabbi (host), Courtney Freese (former PSL winner), Alasdair Howorth (OTW Multimedia journalist) #TotalEnergiesCAFCL #SadioMane #TotalEnergiesAFCON Follow us on IG: @otw_podcast Follo...

The Champions League final had it all. Controversy, sensational fans, wonder goals, and plenty of drama. The panel look back on what was a historic Champions League final in which Wydad Casablanca came away as 2-0 winners against holders Al Ahly. Panel: Zayn Nabbi (host), Francis Nkwain (Sports Media Executive), Courtney Freese (former CAF Champions League semi-finalist), Alasdair Howorth (OTW Mul...

Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams says South Africa "are not angry at Ghana" and will support the Black Stars at the World Cup despite being knocked out controversially during the qualifiers this year. Williams also spoke about why goalkeepers make the best captains and how he earned praise from French striker Olivier Giroud despite conceding 5 goals against the world champions during a f...

Buckle up the CAF Champions League final is set as North African powerhouses Al Ahly and Wydad Casablanca are set to collide on May 30. In this bitesize edition we wrap up the second legs of the semis, and break down why the Red Devils are petitioning the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) to have the final moved from Morocco, in what has turned into a bitter dispute between Al Ahly and CAF...

In this bitesize pod we look back at Al Ahly's 4-0 thrashing of ES Setif, and Wydad Casablanca's commanding 3-1 win over Petró de Luanda in the first leg of the CAF CL semis as the North African giants are on course for the final. We also look back at Percy Tau's fine display as he pulled the strings in the Red Devils win. Host: Zayn Nabbi Guest: Alasdair Howorth (OTW Multimedia journalist) #Total...

In part two of our conversation with Gambian coach Tom Saintfiet we hear about the challenges of AFCON 2021, both on the pitch and off it. He gives us an insight into his process and how he manages a database of over 150 Gambian players around the world, and lifts the lid on the reports of players and staff not being paid bonuses. Host: Alasdair Howorth Guest: Tom Saintfiet (Gambia national team h...

In this pod we hear from the head coach of The Scorpions of Gambia, Tom Saintfiet. We talk his journey into coaching, becoming the youngest head coach in the Belgian league pyramid, his experience of coaching around the world, and what happened in Cameroon. He gives us insight into what it takes to be successful as a coach in Africa and some of the unique challenges that he has faced while leading...

We bring you a very special edition from Durban, South Africa where we hear how local football club, AmaZulu FC, are looking to make a difference in the province of KwaZulu-Natal where devastating floods have left the country in the midst of a national disaster. During times like these football really is secondary, but it's also a time where clubs can play a leading role in supporting communi...

In this quickfire interview South African legend Fani Madida reminisces about how Turkish fans become the 13th player during matches, talks about the most influential coaches he worked with, and how football taught him how to be a better human being. Host: Courtney Freese Guest: Fani Madida (South African legend) #SwallowsFC #TheBirdsAreBack #BabizeBonke #DStvPrem #Amakhosi4Life Follow us on...

In this pod we hear from South African legend Fani Madida who fondly recalls his playing days at Kaizer Chiefs and Beşiktaş, while also explaining what led him into coaching. The former striker talks honestly and openly about how he had to show resilience and patience to earn his spot with the Soweto giants when he was looking to get his big break with the Amakhosi.  Host: Courtney Freese Gue...

Africa's Big 5 heading to Qatar have been confirmed and in this pod we look back at the World Cup Qualifiers that saw a Sadio Mane penalty for Senegal knock out Mo Salah's Egypt in dramatic fashion. The Teranga Lions weren't the only nation roaring, as Cameroon's Indomitable Lions eliminated Algeria with some extra time brilliance. Meanwhile in the "Jollof derby" Ghana rose to the occasion vanquis...

SuperSport United CEO Stanley Matthews is one of the most successful administrators in African football and in this show we take a deeper dive on what led to Matsatsantsa being a team that always challenges for silverware. He gives us insight into what's allowed the club to punch above their weight in the PSL, tells us what makes the team's former coach Pitso Mosimane the best mento...

In this podcast we catch up with Cape Town City Media and Communications Officer Julian Bailey about how the South African club have been a positive "disruption" in the PSL. We hear about the importance of connecting with fans, doing things differently, and why a new stadium could bring back the glory days to a city that's steeped in footballing history. Host: Courtney Freese Guest: Julian Bailey...

Just a day after entering the second decade of his life, with sirens blaring and explosions in the distance, a panicked Amilcar Djau Codjovi realized he was in the middle of a warzone. The midfielder who played for Vorskla Poltava in central Ukraine would spend the next two days frantically traveling the length and breadth of the country trying to escape. His safe passage to Hungary, eventual...

We meet Yohanes Zewdu, who is the man who takes care of the biggest names in the game. Better known as “Johnny Vegas”, Zwedu handles the travel arrangements for the likes of Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Alexandre Lacazette, Adnan Januzai, and Curtis Jones when they want to travel the world. In this show we hear about Zewdu's inspiring story and how he his humble beginnings in Addis Ababa have lead him...

Fire up the braai, let's get this party started. In this episode we are in the presence of greatness as three-time CAF Champions League winning coach, Pitso "Jingles" Mosimane joins us. The Al Ahly coach talks about renewing his contract, potentially coaching in the MLS, his reservations around the African Super League, and the big Champions League game coming up against his former team Mamelodi S...

Dylan Kerr is back…both in the PSL and on the pod. This time he’s hoping to fly high with Moroka Swallows, particularly after winning his first piece of silverware for the new year during an exhibition tournament recently. In this show hear about his ambition at Swallows, how his 48-player squad is financially draining the club, and the impact South African legend Fani Madida is making as his assi...

On the eve of the biggest game in African football we preview the Africa Cup of Nations final. Will it be the star-studded Senegalese who finally win their first title, or will it be the continent's most dominant force in Egypt who rise to the occasion? How will this result shape Mo Salah and Sadio Mane's legacies, and who are the players who have gone under the radar for both teams? We have every...

⬇️AFCON DAILY DIGEST - Thursday ⬇️ 🇪🇬 "relief is the word" 🤣"I'm tired of trying to predict games at this tournament"   Another brilliant Spaces last night. Listen to the recording, https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1YqKDqVBmgVGV?s=20 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we give you the latest on the Olembe Stadium crush that has seen at least eight people killed and a further 38 injured in Cameroon. The incident happened during the last 16 match between Indomitable Lions and Comoros on Monday night. We also have an interview with Malawi's hitman Richard Mbulu ahead of his teams clash with Morocco tonight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

In this episode our analyst and man on the ground Francis Nkwain gives us insight into what makes Cameroon tick, and how despite not having a marquee player the Indomitable Lions success lies in how "glocal" the squad is. Host: Alasdair Howorth Guest: Francis Nkwain **Editors Note: This interview ran as part of our AFCON 2021 preview.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...

The Comoros have been the fairytale story of AFCON 2021 as they've qualified for the last 16 and will play hosts Cameroon on Monday. In this pod we give you some insight from Comoros football expert Boina Houssamdine about how the island nation with under a million people has managed to run with the continent's big dogs. Host: Alasdair Howorth Guest: Boina Houssamdine **Editors Note: This intervie...

⬇️AFCON DAILY DIGEST - Friday⬇️ ⏱️Your headlines in 2 mins 21 secs  🗣️ Alasdair Howorth #TeamCameroon #TeamNigeria #TeamGhana #TeamAlgeria #TeamGambia #TeamMalawi  #TotalEnergiesAFCON #AFCON2021 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.