Soccer Laduma 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
72 – 92

Doc Khumalo - 'Arrests Need To Be Made'

South African football icon Doctor Khumalo discusses the Heritage Day Match between football legends and celebrities on September 24th. The event is aimed at raising awareness around Gender-Based Violence & Xenophobia in South Africa, with the hopes of uniting people through football during these turbulent times.
9 Sep 2019 12 min

Teko Modise - 'We Called Shakes To Come Back, Why Not Pitso?'

Legendary South African midfielder Teko Modise speaks about his disappointment in the Bafana Bafana squad selection and why he would field Bradley Grobler over his own Cape Town City colleague, Kermit Erasmus. Modise also speaks to the violence in the country that saw Zambia pull out of their friendly match…
6 Sep 2019 12 min

Kermit Erasmus On His Great Bafana Disappointment

Cape Town City F.C.'s Kermit Erasmus and Edmilson Dove recently came to the Soccer Laduma offices for a visit and we took the opportunity to chat to the both of them about their experiences in their respective national teams. The duo also spoke about The Citizens' start to the season…
4 Sep 2019 14 min

Leopards At Risk Of Losing Fans Over Musonda?

Lidoda Duvha hasn't had the best start to the 2019/20 season and fans are wondering when they will see Mwape Musonda on the field of play. In this episode of the Big Interview, we speak to Black Leopards' spokesperson, Barry Ramunenyiwa, who gives an update on the club's stance towards…
28 Aug 2019 14 min

'The PSL Cannot Close Their Eyes Forever'

A National League for Women has always been a dream for SAFA Vice-President Ria Ledwaba. In this episode of the Big Interview, the "Godmother" of South African Football tells us what it took to establish the long-awaited SAFA Women's National League. Also on the show, we speak to SAFA's acting…
22 Aug 2019 24 min

Klate's Tough Decisions

In this episode of the Big Interview, we catch up with PSL legend, Daine Klate. After hanging up his boots unexpectedly, the six-time PSL champion shares his passion for the game, his journey and his coaching experience abroad. He also speaks about his career, his CAF Champions League exploits and…
14 Aug 2019 13 min

'There's No Excuses Now'

We caught up Cape Town City owner, John Comitis ahead of the coming season. From Benni McCarthy's coaching experience, his ambition of the club having a stadium to call home, Rantie's issues and being linked with French star, Franck Ribéry's brother, Comitis tells all. Listen in for the full story.
1 Aug 2019 11 min

'I Didn't Want To Go Behind Their Backs' - Phala

In this episode of the Big Interview, former SuperSport United midfielder Thuso Phala opens up about the circumstances that saw him move to Black Leopards FC. He reveals how his desire to do the right thing resulted in missing training. Phala also speaks about why he chose Lidoda Duvha as…
31 Jul 2019 12 min

Stellenbosch Up For It

In today's Big Interview, we caught up with Stellenbosch FC CEO, Rob Bernadi. From stadium upgrades to technical team improvements, no stone has been left unturned. The Stellies top man also shared insight into marquee signing, Morgan Gould and the impact he has had on the squad.
25 Jul 2019 15 min

'I Still Have A Future In The PSL' - Manqele

In this episode of the Big Interview, we spoke to Royal Eagles centre forward, Edward Manqele. The 32-year-old shares his time at former club, Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila F.C., his experience in the NFD and his plan to help the Eagles soar among South Africa's elite.
24 Jul 2019 14 min

No-one Refs For The Money

In this week's edition of the Big Interview, brought to you by OUTsurance, we bring you Part 2 of our interview with Akhona Makalima. Akhona talks about her pre-match preparations, the disciplinary processes involved when a referee makes a mistake and she gives advice to aspiring referees.
17 Jul 2019 17 min

I Work Harder To Prove I Was Done No Favours

In this week's edition of the Big Interview, brought to you by OUTsurance, we talk to the 'She Ref', Akhona Makalima. She tells about the dynamics she faces on the field as a women in a man's world in her energetic interview!
11 Jul 2019 16 min

Even Messi Would Struggle In Bafana

In this episode of The Big Interview, we speak to ex-Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Siyabonga Nkosi. Siyabonga comes to Lebo Mothiba's defence after the striker has come under some criticism at the AFCON 2019.
4 Jul 2019 16 min

PSL Committed To Speedy Disciplinaries In 2019/20 Season

In this episode of The Big Interview, we speak to PSL CEO, Mato Madlala. Madlala talks about the PSL's commitment to speedy disciplinary processes in the new season, the issues with fixture congestion and how the PSLs success has become a double-edged sword.
2 Jul 2019 11 min

Jabu "Shuffle" Mahlangu Pulls No Punches On Bafana Bafana

In this episode of The Big Interview, we speak to former Kaizer Chiefs and Bafana Bafana midfielder, Jabu "Shuffle" Mahlangu. Mahlangu pulls no punches in his analysis of Bafana Bafana's performance against Ivory Coast at the 2019 AFCON. He addresses the tactical deficiencies in the team, the never-ending train of…
27 Jun 2019 20 min

'Onyango Is The Best In Africa'

In this episode of the Big Interview, we speak to Orlando Pirates Coach Micho Sredojevic. Coach Micho speaks about Uganda's progress at AFCON thus far. He also shares his views on former Orlando Pirates target Murushid Juuko's career and why he believes Denis Onyango is the best goalkeeper in Africa.
25 Jun 2019 22 min

'VAR Can Only Improve The Game'

In this week's edition of the Big Interview, brought to you by OUTSURANCE, we talk to one of South Africa's top referees, Victor Gomes. Gomes shares how he got started in refereeing, his thoughts on VAR and how it impacts on the beautiful game, and much more.
19 Jun 2019 26 min

Vusi Ntimane - My Mission At TS Sporting

In this week's episode of the Big Interview, we speak to TS Sporting's newly appointed Football Manager Vusi Ntimane as he shares his "5-year plan" for his new Club. He also makes a plea to the people of Mpumalanga and reveals why he is friends with most footballers!
18 Jun 2019 15 min

Leo Thethani On His Future Prospects

In this Youth Day Big Interview, we talk to Jong Ajax forward Leo Thethani. Thethani shares his story so far, and what he hopes to achieve in the years to come. He also shares with us his thoughts on what is holding youth players back.
16 Jun 2019 10 min
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