We take a closer look at Malawi football and provide insight into how The Flames are lighting up the continent. We speak to Malawi’s Competitions and Communications Director of Football, Gome Zakazaka, as well as striker Richard Mbulu, who both give us insight into their secrets for success, which include their "lava-like" home turf, which makes it incredibly difficult for visiting teams.  Co-hosts: Zayn Nabbi and Courtney FreeseGuests: Gome Zakazaka (Malawi’s Competitions and Communications Director of Football), Richard Mbulu (Malawi striker) WhatsAapp Get in touch on WhatsApp - +447908 790 474YouTubeWatch us here - On The Whistle Podcast: https://bit.ly/35gKucxSocial MediaFacebook: On The Whistle PodcastInstagram: @otw_podcast / @sportsguyzaynTwitter: @otw_podcast / @sportsguyzayn Episode Notes 00:00Intro 03:30Building a fortress at home ensures success 08:00Richard Mbulu becomes a national hero after delivering on the big stage  13:15What The Flames need to do to progress past the AFCON group stages 17:50Mbulu: “It’s not the dog in the fight, it’s the fight in the dog”  19:30Why opposition teams “feel the heat” on The Flames home field? 31:20An unforgettable goal for the ages Duration: 34:16 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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The Malawi Flames Light Up African Football

This week the pod is dropping earlier than usual as we review Al Ahly’s 3-0 drubbing of Kaizer Chiefs in the CAF Champions League final. We ask what next for Chiefs, and also talk about Pitso Mosimane’s legacy in the competition, and discuss where his coaching future may lie.  Panel: Zayn Nabbi (host), Courtney Freese (Former PSL winner), Francis Nkwain (African football expert), Lorenz Köhler (Kick Off Magazine) WhatsAapp Get in touch on WhatsApp - +447908 790 474YouTubeWatch us here - On The Whistle Podcast: https://bit.ly/35gKucxSocialMediaFacebook: On The Whistle PodcastInstagram: @otw_podcast / @sportsguyzaynTwitter: @otw_podcast / @sportsguyzayn00:00Final takeaways  06:00What next for Chiefs after crushing final defeat?  08:35Pitso repays Bibo’s faith after second successive crown 15:00Al Ahly already eyeing Club World Cup and a potential meeting with Chelsea   Duration:18:55 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Pitso Leads Al Ahly To 10th CAF CL Title

We have a bonus episode for you coming out today, with Al Ahly’s two-time CAF Champions League winning coach Pitso Mosimane, who gives us the low down on his team’s prep for their showdown with Kaizer Chiefs in Casablanca. Hear how Pitso is plotting the “conservative” Soweto-giants downfall, just why he thought the Amakhosi wouldn’t make the final, and how his former boss Patrice Motsepe is his lucky charm. And with all the civil unrest currently in South Africa, Pitso shares his perspective from afar. Co-hosts: Zayn Nabbi and Courtney FreeseGuest: Pitso Mosimane (Al Ahly coach) WhatsAapp Get in touch on WhatsApp - +447908 790 474YouTubeWatch us here - On The Whistle Podcast: https://bit.ly/35gKucxSocialMediaFacebook: On The Whistle PodcastInstagram: @otw_podcast / @sportsguyzaynTwitter: @otw_podcast / @sportsguyzayn 00:00Intro 02:00Perspective on the recent rioting and looting in SA 07:00Emotions before the final 10:00Growing up a Chiefs fan 11:00Knowing the enemy from within and rating Chiefs chances 14:00What will give Al Ahly the edge? 19:45How different will it be playing in a one-off final? 23:00What’s more challenging, FIFA Club World Cup or CAF CL? 25:00Is Patrice, Pitso’s lucky charm? Duration: 27:15 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Pitso Plots Back-To-Back CAF CL Crowns

In this bitesize edition we speak to South Africa’s legendary former captain Neil Tovey about his career highlights, love of football, and hear what is was like playing against icons like Jomo Sono, Ronaldo and Thierry Henry. This taster is just to whet your appetite before the full pod drops in the coming weeks.Host: Courtney Freese, @otw_pod Guest: Neil Tovey (South African legend), @TheNeilTovey WhatsAapp Get in touch on WhatsApp - +447908 790 474YouTubeWatch us here - On The Whistle Podcast: https://bit.ly/35gKucxSocial MediaFacebook: On The Whistle PodcastInstagram: @otw_podcast / @sportsguyzaynTwitter: @otw_podcast / @sportsguyzaynEpisode Notes 00:00Intro2:30Hardest players to markDuration: 5:15 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

AFCON Winner Neil Tovey’s Favourite Football Memories

As we build up to Tokyo 2020 we speak with South African under 23 coach David Notoane about the chances of the Amaglug-glug against the hosts, Mexico and World Cup champions France. Due to the pandemic the team has had limited preparation and Notoane gives us insight into the team's goals at the tournament, and how FIFA rules have allowed Brighton not to release his star player Percy Tau, which is a major setback for the team.  Host: Courtney Freese (@otw_pod)Guest: David Notoane (South Africa under 23 coach) WhatsAapp Get in touch on WhatsApp - +447908 790 474YouTubeWatch us here - On The Whistle Podcast: https://bit.ly/35gKucxSocial MediaFacebook: On The Whistle PodcastInstagram: @otw_podcast / @sportsguyzaynTwitter: @otw_podcast / @sportsguyzaynEpisode Notes  00:00FIFA rules allow European clubs not to release players for the Olympics 04:30Preparing for Tokyo 2020 during the pandemic 11:00 Mental preparation for Japan, Mexico and France Duration: 15:37 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

South African Star Percy Tau to miss Olympics

In part 2 of our interview with Nedbank Cup winning coach Dylan Kerr we hear about his thoughts on AmaZulu’s resurgence under Benni McCarthy, Pitso Mosimane being Bafana’s ideal coach and we get his thoughts on social media abuse. Co-hosts: Zayn Nabbi (@sportsguyzayn) and Courtney Freese (@otw_pod)Guest: Dylan Kerr (TTM coach, former Leeds United player) WhatsAapp Get in touch on WhatsApp - +447908 790 474YouTubeWatch us here - On The Whistle Podcast: https://bit.ly/35gKucxSocialMediaFacebook Group: On The Whistle PodcastInstagram: @otw_podcast / @sportsguyzaynTwitter: @otw_podcast / @sportsguyzaynEpisode Notes  00:00Benni McCarthy’s return breathes life into sleeping giant 04:00How do you motivate a team that hasn’t got its bonus money? 07:30Pitso Mosimane would have been the ideal Bafana coach 12:30Does the continent need an African Super League? 16:15Pitso being abused on return to Sundowns, and social media abuse 24:30Taking the trophy to the people, and goals to win the South African league title Duration: 29:30 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

TTM Coach Kerr Aims to win PSL

In this episode we speak one of the biggest characters involved in South African football, Dylan Kerr, who is currently the head coach of Nedbank Cup winners Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila F.C. (TTM). Kerr pulls no punches in the first instalment of our two-part interview as he recalls his highlights about playing at Leeds United with Howard Wilkinson and Eric Cantona, his secrets to success, and explains why some teams give their players breathalyser tests in the PSL.Co-hosts: Zayn Nabbi and Courtney FreeseGuest: Dylan Kerr (TTM coach, former Leeds United player)WhatsAapp Get in touch on WhatsApp - +447908 790 474YouTubeWatch us here - On The Whistle Podcast: https://bit.ly/35gKucxSocial MediaFacebook Group: On The Whistle PodcastInstagram: @otw_podcast / @sportsguyzaynTwitter: @otw_podcast / @sportsguyzaynEpisode Notes00:00Intro4:00Architecting TTM's Nedbank Cup success, with limited finances 13:30Why weren’t there enough medals for the team after the Cup final?17:00Life lessons from Howard Wilkinson20:50Insight into the enigma that is Eric Cantona25:20Learning to trust his players, while also dealing with issues around behaviour and drinkingDuration: 29:20 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dylan Kerr Opens Up on Secrets of Success

In this bitesize edition we have a quick-fire interview with former Bafana Bafana defender Matthew Booth, who talks about his love of the game, his closest football friends, and what he would love his legacy to be one day. Co-hosts: Zayn Nabbi and Courtney FreeseGuest: Matthew Booth (Former South African defender) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Quick-Fire with Matthew Booth

In the second part of our interview with South African football icon Marks Maponyane, the former Bafana marksman talks about his move into commentating, how the women's national team have become the country's pride, and just why former Manchester United player Eddie Lewis meant so much to him as a coach. Host: Courtney Freese, former PSL winner (otw_podcast)Guest: Marks Maponyane, former South African striker (@MarksMaponyane) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Marks Maponyane Goals On and Off the Pitch

In this episode Courtney Freese speaks with a true icon of South African football, Marks Maponyane. The former Bafana striker talks about his experiences of playing for both Soweto giants, captaining Orlando Pirates to the CAF Champions League title, and he explains why Kaizer Chiefs need to become a force in Africa. Enjoy the first instalment of our sit down with Marks. Host: Courtney Freese, former PSL winner (otw_podcast)Guest: Marks Maponyane, former South African striker (@MarksMaponyane)00:00 Plying his trade for both Soweto giants 13:00Courtney used to earn more money than Marks, or did he?18:30 Leading Orlando Pirates to glory in the CAF Champions League 22:00 Kaizer Chiefs need to take African club competitions more seriously Duration: 27:10 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Marks Maponyane Talks Soweto Giants

It was an emotionally charged atmosphere in Atteridgeville where Al Ahly secured a 1-1 draw with Sundowns, to ensure they progress to the CAF CL semis 3-1 on aggregate. In this episode we look back at all the drama around the game that saw a faction of Sundowns fans hurl insults and abuse at their former coach Pitso Mosimane, as the Red Devils team bus was accosted en route to the game in scenes that embarrassed the South African giants.  Host: Zayn Nabbi, host (@sportsguyzayn)Guest: Mazola Molefe, Soccer Laduma Senior Journalist (@superjourno) WhatsAapp Get in touch on WhatsApp - +447908 790 474YouTubeWatch us here - On The Whistle Podcast: https://bit.ly/35gKucxSocial MediaFacebook Group: On The Whistle PodcastInstagram: @otw_podcast / @sportsguyzaynTwitter: @otw_podcast / @sportsguyzaynEpisode Notes00:00 – Why all the Pitso hate?03:30 – Sundowns statement fails PR 10105:30 – On-going enmity lingers with Sundowns officials10:30 –  What can Al Ahly expect against Espérance?Duration: 14:05 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Abusive Sundowns Fans Shame Club on Pitso’s Return

It’s CAF Champions League quarterfinal time, and you won’t get a bigger tie right now than Al Ahly versus Sundowns. The Cairo club triumphed in the first leg, but not after filing an official complaint against the ref over his performance. Pitso Mosimane returns to his old stomping ground this weekend, and we look forward to what should be a classic in Atteridgeville.Host: Zayn Nabbi, host (@sportsguyzayn)Guest: Lorenz Köhler, Kick Off (@Lorenz_KO)WhatsAapp Get in touch on WhatsApp - +447908 790 474YouTubeWatch us here - On The Whistle Podcast: https://bit.ly/35gKucxSocial MediaFacebook Group: On The Whistle PodcastInstagram: @otw_podcast / @sportsguyzaynTwitter: @otw_podcast / @sportsguyzaynEpisode Notes00:00 – Intro03:55 – Al Ahly’s congested fixture list06:15 – Cairo Club file complaint against ref11:00 – What to expect in the second leg?Duration: 13:45 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Pitso Mosimane Returns to Atteridgeville

In this episode we speak with New Zealand star Jeremy Brockie about his experiences playing in South Africa's Premier League, hear about his memories of being part of the All Whites team that remained unbeaten at the 2010 World Cup, and find out what he's doing now after returning to the Antipodes. Host: Hal Fish, @halfish95Guest: Jeremy Brockie (New Zealand Forward), @JRBrockie WhatsAapp Get in touch on WhatsApp - +447908 790 474YouTubeWatch us here - On The Whistle Podcast: https://bit.ly/35gKucxSocial MediaFacebook Group: On The Whistle PodcastInstagram: @otw_podcast / @sportsguyzaynTwitter: @otw_podcast / @sportsguyzayn Episode Notes00:00 - Intro00:45 - When the lights go off...go to the park!!!01:55 - Overcoming adversity to play in Africa's first World Cup 04:30 - New horizons in the PSL 07:45 - Experiencing "muti" in South Africa 12:15 - First major trophy with SuperSport United 14:30 - Returning home due to the pandemic Duration: 17:45 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kiwi Star Reflects on PSL Adventure

In this bitesize edition former Bafana striker Shaun Bartlett talks about why Newcastle has the best atmosphere in the Premier League, how a legend of Dutch football inspired him, and he recalls a funny football initiation at Charlton.  Host: Courtney Freese (otw_podcast)Guest: Shaun Bartlett (@shaunbart9) WhatsAapp Get in touch on WhatsApp - +447908 790 474YouTubeWatch us here - On The Whistle Podcast: https://bit.ly/35gKucxSocial MediaFacebook Group: On The Whistle PodcastInstagram: @otw_podcast / @sportsguyzaynTwitter: @otw_podcast / @sportsguyzayn Episode Notes00:15 – Away days to St James Park01:45 – Not letting your circumstances determine your success03:00 – Taking inspiration from a Dutch legend  Duration: 4:00 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Shaun Bartlett On Living His Dreams

The Witness Sports Editor Carl Peters is one of the most respected football writers in South Africa, and on the eve of the 1996 Africa Cup of Nations he was invited to the Bafana hotel, where he would meet Nelson Mandela. He shares that special anecdote, as well as his experience in Casablanca covering the CAF Champions League.  Host: Courtney Freese (Former PSL winner)Guest: Carl Peters (The Witness Sports Editor) WhatsAapp Get in touch on WhatsApp - +447908 790 474YouTubeWatch us here - On The Whistle Podcast: https://bit.ly/35gKucxSocial MediaFacebook Group: On The Whistle PodcastInstagram: @otw_podcast / @sportsguyzaynTwitter: @otw_podcast / @sportsguyzayn Episode Notes0:00 – Meeting Nelson Mandela 2:00 – Carl comes face-to-face with the Raja Casablanca captainDuration: 5:30 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Braai Time: Meeting The Man Who United A Nation

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