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
92 – 112

‘Mdantsane Not Going Anywhere!’

Baroka FC escaped relegation in the 2018/19 season by a small margin, but they will remember it as the season they won the Telkom Knockout trophy they by defeating Orlando Pirates. In this week's Big Interview, we talk to the Baroka's Team Manager, Richard Mashabane, about the plans for next…
10 Jun 2019 13 min

‘Coaches Job Done, Result On Us Now’

Tonight Bafana Bafana are in action against Malawi in the COSAFA Cup Plate Final. Earlier today we caught up with Luther Singh who reflected on the team's performance in the competition so far and what the future holds for him.
7 Jun 2019 6 min

'Not Being Recognised In SA Hurts'

Former Bloemfontein Celtic defender James Madidilani is a man on a mission. In his three years coaching Bantu FC, he has won the Lesotho Premier League twice. He holds a CAF B Licence and is awaiting his CAF A Licence which he believes will help him achieve even more. In…
6 Jun 2019 11 min

ICASA vs PSL Continues

The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa, ICASA, is proposing that Sports Broadcast Rights be available as free-to-air for all South Africans. This has seen the Chairman of the PSL, Dr Irvin Khoza, threaten to shut down the league should this proposed regulation be implemented, as 'it would cripple the…
3 Jun 2019 21 min

Notoane And Malepe On COSAFA Preparations

There's a busy weekend of football ahead with the UEFA Champions League Final on Saturday and Bafana Bafana kicking off their COSAFA Cup campaign against Botswana on Sunday. On SL Radio today, we speak to the COSAFA Squad Captain, Tercious Malepe, as well as the Coach, David Notoane, on the…
31 May 2019 17 min

Booth On U20 World Cup And Development

South Africa's Amajita suffered a 5-2 defeat against Argentina at the U20 World Cup after Phillips' saw his yellow card converted to a straight red. Today on SL Radio, we speak to Matthew Booth about how the team can manage their results in the tournament, and what is holding back…
27 May 2019 13 min

'Nedbank Cup Was Never Our Priority'

Coach Dan Malesela became the first person in South Africa to win the Nedbank Cup both as a player and as a Coach when over the weekend his TS Galaxy side beat Soweto giants Kaizer Chiefs 1-0 in the Nedbank Cup Final. In today's episode of The Big Interview, we…
21 May 2019 17 min

The White Sangoma On The Rise of English Football

Last week saw English clubs dominate Europe in cup competitions. With Liverpool and Tottenham in the UEFA Champions League Final, and Chelsea and Arsenal pitched to battle for the UEFA Europa League, we seek the knowledge of the White Sangoma, Neal Collins, to find out what's behind the rise of…
14 May 2019 19 min

Steve Barker Fired Up For Promotion Climax

The race for Absa Premiership promotion in the NFD is as interesting as it is in the top league. Royal Eagles lead by a point, however, Stellenbosch FC will have a chance to reclaim the number one position when the play TS Galaxy on Wednesday. In this episode of The…
23 Apr 2019 11 min

Kekana On Defeating Downs & SSU Title Hopes

SuperSport United prevailed in the Tshwane derby against Mamelodi Sundowns by two goals last night. Matsatsantsa defender Grant Kekana was one of the stand out performers in the game having scored the opening goal. In this episode of The Big Interview, Grant Kekana reveals what his teammates think about their…
18 Apr 2019 10 min

107 - Big Interview - Mabaso Sings Khompela's Praises & Talks Goals.

In a generally low scoring Absa premiership, he has been one of the bright sparks in front of goal. Bloemfontein Celtic striker Tshegofatso Mabaso is tied in second place on the top goal scoring charts. In this episode of The Big Interview, Mabaso reveals the man behind his successful season…
9 Apr 2019 12 min

Doc: There Is A Problem With Strikers

There is an alarming scarcity of prolific strikers in South African football, with most top goal scorers only managing twelve or fourteen goals per season. Why is there a decline on quality strikers? In this episode of the Sit Down With Doctor Khumalo, brought to you by SportPesa, Doc shares…
2 Apr 2019 7 min

Doc: My Coach Of The Season Is...

It is that time of the season once again where we congratulate the best of the best this season. After the conclusion of two cup competitions and the advanced stages of the Nedbank Cup and the league, who are the best coaches of the season? Is there anyone who has…
26 Mar 2019 8 min

Exclusive – Keet, Furman & Tyson Reflect On The FAMOUS VICTORY

Bafana Bafana survived an intimidating atmosphere and prevailed over Libya thanks to two great goals from Percy Tau. Goalkeeper Darren Keet had an inspired performance in goal, while the back four and the midfield were solid. In this episode of The Big Interview, Darren, Dean and Thulani react exclusively to…
25 Mar 2019 21 min

Doc On Baxter's Future With Bafana

Bafana Bafana faces a daunting task as they visit Libya in their final group fixture in the Afcon 2019 qualifiers. Can Stuart Baxter inspire his side to a victory away from home? Will Bafana qualify for Afcon 2019? In this episode of the Sit Down With Doctor Khumalo, brought to…
19 Mar 2019 9 min

Motupa On Wits Title Challenge; It's Not Yet Over

Bidvest Wits held the lead in the Absa for the most part of the first half of the current season. With two losses in back to back matches, Wits appear to be out of the title race – or are they really? In this episode of the Big Interview, Wits…
13 Mar 2019 15 min

Doc On Relegation: It's A 6 Horse Race

The race to avoid relegation is getting more interesting with every passing match day. Will Maritzburg United avoid the drop? Or will it be Chippa United? Are Free State Stars safe? What about clubs like Leopards, Arrows Baroka and Amazulu?In this episode of the Sit Down With Doctor Khumalo, brought…
12 Mar 2019 9 min

Doc - 'They Are Like Patients In ICU'

Eric Tinkler is making a strong effort at resuscitating Maritzburg United back into PSL life as his side continues to dig their way out of the relegation zone.In this episode of the Sit Down With Doctor Khumalo, brought to you by SportPesa, Doc outlines what Tinkler needs to do in…
5 Mar 2019 6 min

Doc - 'Games In Hand Are Not Guaranteed Points'

The race for the Absa Premiership title is getting more interesting as we approach the final stretch of the marathon. Mamelodi Sundowns, with games in hand over their rivals, appear to be on the front-foot. In this episode of the Sit Down With Doctor Khumalo, brought to you by SportPesa,…
2 Mar 2019 8 min
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