SL Podcast The Big Interview

The Big Interview

The SL Podcast brings you interviews with professional football stars, coaches and personalities. Catch our episodes weekly!

Each episode is focused on important issues and stories around the league. From breaking news to discussions with coaches, owners and senior players and even controversial, hard-hitting football news, we've got you covered.
Weekly English South Africa Sports · Sports
241 Episodes
32 – 52

Mogashoa On Swallows FC Academy Plans And More

Swallows FC Chairman David Mogashoa speaks to the SL Podcast about the return of The Dube Birds have returned to the top flight, their plans for making sure Swallows FC is not 'A Retirement Village' and an MEC's love of the game kept the dream alive.
17 Sep 2020 15 min

Stan Matthews Reviews SSU's Season

On the Big Interview, SuperSport United CEO Stan Matthews joins us to review his club's performance over the wild ride that has been the 2019-20 ABSA Premiership. He also discusses his expectations for the future and what we can expect in terms of player movements at SSU. Cadbury FC #TasteTheAction:…
9 Sep 2020 25 min

'Chiefs Are Under The Most Pressure'

Aaron 'Mbazo' Mokoen, Former Bafana Bafana captain discusses the pressures that Amakhosi will be under in their final PSL match of the 2019/20 season, and much more.
2 Sep 2020 16 min

Roger Feutmba Picks His Combined Sundowns & Chiefs XI

In the latest episode of The Big Interview, Mamelodi Sundowns legend Roger Feutmba joins SL Radio to discuss who he would pick for a combined Kaizer Chiefs & Sundowns starting XI - if everyone was fit and available. Downs are chasing their 10th Premier Soccer League (PSL) title and 13th…
27 Aug 2020 14 min

Somizi Spills The Beans… Chiefs or Pirates?

In the latest episode of The Big Interview, brought to you by DStv Compact, acclaimed choreographer & reality television star Somizi discusses who his favourite Premier Soccer League (PSL) team is. The iconic celebrity was born & raised in Soweto, home of Moroka Swallows, Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs. Somizi…
19 Aug 2020 21 min

"Chiefs & Pirates Would Add Value To Women’s Football”

In this episode The Big Interview, brought to you by Total, Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis breaks down how big PSL clubs like Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates could follow in the footsteps of Mamelodi Sundowns by introducing women’s teams to their structure. The two-time CAF women’s coach of the…
14 Aug 2020 17 min

The Rock Has A Warning For PSL Stars

It has become a recurring issue in local football that legends of the game and former PSL stars lose all of their hard-earned money within a few years of retirement. This can happen for many reasons including such as a lack of financial education and unnecessary luxury purchases, but sometimes…
5 Aug 2020 16 min

Former Chiefs Star Starts UEFA Coaching Journey

Highlands Park midfielder & Premier Soccer League (PSL) veteran Reneilwe Letsholonyane is already planning for life after football and is preparing to start his UEFA B Coaching License through the Scottish Football Association. In doing so, the former Amakhosi star, nicknamed ‘Yeye,’ is following in the footsteps of fellow ex-Bafana…
29 Jul 2020 13 min

'I Had To Fight To Get Into Coaching'

Women’s football in South Africa has seen major breakthroughs in recent years, most recently with Banyana Banyana making their World Cup debut in France, but the road to glory has been treacherous. Former Technical Director of Women's Football at the South African Football Association (SAFA) Fran Hilton-Smith has been the…
22 Jul 2020 15 min

'SAFA Has Some Tough Times Ahead' - Neil Tovey

This week South African soccer legend Neil 'Mokoko' Tovey officially left his position as South African Football Association's (SAFA) Technical Director. The National Soccer League (NSL)’s all-time leader in appearances will not be extending his contract, and will be heading home after 5 years in the post. There had been…
8 Jul 2020 15 min

Looking Back At The PSL’s Absa Era

In the latest edition of The Big Issue, the show where we take a deep dive looking at issues affecting local football, we unpack the PSL’s ‘Absa Era’. Absa have opted not to renew their sponsorship of the Premiership at the end of the 2019/20 season, ending a 16-year relationship,…
10 Jun 2020 8 min

“We Have To Reach The Final”- Lorenzo Gordinho

Bidvest Wits defender Lorenzo Gordinho remains focused on the Absa Premiership title race and the Nedbank Cup despite the uncertainty surrounding the conclusion of the season. “The most important thing would be for us to win all of our league games to give us the best chance, despite dropping a…
27 May 2020 10 min

Cole Alexander on Life In Lockdown & Fighting Temptations

Bidvest Wits midfielder Cole Alexander opens up about life in lockdown as the PSL enters its third month of suspension, revealing how the experience has made him appreciative of the opportunities which football has given him. The Clever Boys star also discusses the importance of fighting temptations during quarantine and…
20 May 2020 14 min

The Big Issue: How Can The PSL Find A Solution? (Pt. 2)

In the latest edition of The Big Issue, the show where we take a deep dive looking at issues affecting local football, the PSL’s potential return is investigated. In part 2, we provide updates as to how the Bundesliga hopes to resume their league safely and how French side Amiens…
13 May 2020 11 min

The Big Issue: How Can The PSL Find A Solution? (Pt. 1)

In the latest edition of The Big Issue, the show where we take a deep dive looking at issues affecting local football, the PSL’s potential return is investigated. In part 1, we dissect how Europe’s top leagues have responded to the COVID-19 pandemic, from canceling the season to bringing football…
6 May 2020 13 min

“We Need To Understand What A ‘Youngster’ Is”- Mbazo

Former Bafana Bafana captain Aaron ‘Mbazo’ Mokoena recently joined Swallows FC as their head of scouting and joins SL Radio to discuss his latest venture into youth development. He tells tales from his legendary playing career, which saw him join Bafana Bafana’s most successful side at the age of 17,…
15 Apr 2020 35 min

The Big Issue: The True Value Of The PSL (Part 2: Leagues & Cups)

In the latest edition of The Big Issue, the show where we take a deep dive looking at issues affecting local football, the value of the local football takes centre stage. In part 2, the value of local league & cup competitions is put under the microscope. This will cover…
9 Apr 2020 9 min

The Big Issue: The True Value Of The PSL (Part 1: Players & Clubs)

In the latest edition of The Big Issue, the show where we take a deep dive looking at issues affecting local football, the value of the local football takes centre stage. In part 1, player salaries are put under the microscope with particular attention given to minimum wage and how…
2 Apr 2020 9 min
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