Soccer Laduma Podcast Fan Reaction Show

Fan Reaction Show

The Fan Reaction show features your voice! The SL Podcast's fans comment on games, signings and all the happenings in Mzansi Football.

This is the show where we give a voice to the fans and allow them the platform to express their opinions on big games and breaking news. Fans send their thoughts to us through voice notes and Facebook comments, and always bring the banter!
Weekly English South Africa Sports · Sports
214 Episodes
92 – 112

Chiefs Fans: Baxter Is Stuck In His Ways

After almost a season of ups and downs, Kaizer Chiefs find themselves in 3rd place on the PSL log and knocked out of all other competitions. Chiefs came out victorious in the Soweto Derby 3 weeks ago, but slipped up against Golden Arrows, losing that game 1-0. Chiefs have also…
23 Mar 2022 11 min

Don’t Rule Out Pitso - Mzansi

With the CAF Champions League heading towards the business end of the competition, Mamelodi Sundowns are hot favourites for this year's title after coming out victorious twice against the reigning champions in Al Ahly. Both games in Group A were won by the Brazilians 1-0 with nothing for Pitso to…
15 Mar 2022 8 min

Chiefs Fans: We Deserved To Win!

After yet another fantastic weekend of PSL Football, thrills and upsets was the trend of the matchday with all eyes focused on the Soweto Derby. Orlando Pirates hosted the glamour boys in the 175th edition of the derby (52nd in the PSL era). Both the Buccaneers and Amakhosi were searching…
7 Mar 2022 7 min

Will The Youngsters Make The Difference?

Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs will take the battlefield once again on Saturday 5th March in the 52nd Soweto Derby in the PSL era. Many fans of the beautiful game believe that the youngsters are going to “make” this fixture after both Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs won their recent…
4 Mar 2022 8 min

The Derby Without Fans Is Boring - Mzansi

Over the last 18 months or so, Covid has destroyed so many different parts of life that it is almost impossible to remember what it was like before the initial outbreak. Having been in strict lockdowns for the majority of these months, the biggest tragedy to the sport we all…
23 Feb 2022 10 min

Chiefs Fans: We Demand Change

With the first round of the Nedbank Cup completed, the most noticeable result was a 1-0 victory for TS Galaxy over Kaizer Chiefs. This match (and result) is a direct reflection of the 2019 final, which saw the rockets win via a 90+2 minute penalty. Kaizer Chiefs were looking the…
14 Feb 2022 13 min

We Will Get Revenge! - Amakhosi Nation

With the return of the Nedbank Cup, a few PSL teams have already solidified their position in the round of 16, with most noticeably Mamelodi Sundowns who continued to show their dominance after a 4-0 victory over Richards Bay. Other teams such as Orlando Pirates, and Moroka Swallows also progressed…
11 Feb 2022 8 min

Do Other PSL Clubs Not Respect Chiefs?

With the DStv Premiership transfer window closed for business, many mouth-watering signings have taken place, with Teboho Mokoena transferring to Mamelodi Sundowns being the most notable. On the contrary, something else that has notably been unsuccessful is Kaizer Chiefs’ transfer window.. The glamour boys failed to sign any players, although…
2 Feb 2022 10 min

Sundowns Supporters Speak Sirino…

During his first 2 and a half seasons at Mamelodi Sundowns, Uruguayan midfielder Gaston Sirino made a serious impact, having played 102 matches, scoring 26 goals, and providing 35 assists. Downs’s number 10 has achieved numerous memorable moments at Mamelodi Sundowns, most notably scoring a winner for the club in…
26 Jan 2022 11 min

Have The PSL Gone Too Far With Chiefs?

Towards the end of 2021, Kaizer Chiefs started to experience a Covid-19 outbreak with cases rising daily. The Sowetan giants became crippled, with no less than 52 players, staff, and coaches testing positive for COVID. This caused the club to write proposal letters to the PSL and SAFA, requesting 4…
19 Jan 2022 10 min

Chiefs Fans: We Need A Striker!

With the transfer window well underway, some surprise signings could be on the cards, with Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams, being on the radars of Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates. Thabo Nodada could be leaving Cape Town City for Orlando Pirates and Shane Roberts has signed a loan deal. However,…
12 Jan 2022 8 min

Is The League Already Won? The Fans Answer!

With the PSL set to return in February, many are wondering if the season can be dubbed as “over” with Mamelodi Sundowns opening a lead at the top of the table that gets more challenging to compete with each week. Sundowns are 14 points clear at the top of the…
6 Jan 2022 6 min

Can Sundowns Be Caught? The Fans Have Their Say!

As the first half of the PSL season comes to a close, Mamelodi Sundowns top the table with 44 points (14 points above second-placed Orlando Pirates), and at this stage of the 2021/2022 season, Sundowns are looking like they will retain their PSL crown. Peter Shalulile seems to be in…
29 Dec 2021 10 min

Will They Be Stopped?

With 10 league games concluded in the 2021/2022 DStv Premiership season, only Mamelodi Sundowns can say that they have kept a clean sheet in all matches played. This triumph is somewhat of a huge success, but in recent weeks, the Sundowns’ defence has seemed to be a bit shaky at…
23 Nov 2021 10 min

A Dubious Decision Destroys The Nation...

Bafana Bafana’s World Cup dream has come to an end after a controversial decision by Senegalese referee Ndiaye Maguette which saw Ghana be awarded a penalty after an extremely soft foul in the box. The foul initially came from a corner kick, which evidently saw the ball come off a…
16 Nov 2021 13 min

Khosi Nation Rates Derby Performance

The first Soweto Derby of the 2021/2022 DStv Premiership season has come and gone with Kaizer Chiefs claiming the bragging rights, and gaining maximum points. Although some are saying the Amakhosi’s performance was mediocre, 3 points is 3 points and the Glamour Boys now sit in 6th place, one spot…
9 Nov 2021 8 min

Whose Name Will Be On The Trophy? The Fans Debate!

This upcoming weekend sees the 14th edition of the MTN8 take place between Mamelodi Sundowns and Cape Town City at the Moses Mabhida stadium. The last time the Citizens had their hands on the trophy was during the 2018/19 season whereas Sundowns haven’t won an official MTN8 trophy. Sundowns last…
25 Oct 2021 6 min

Have Chiefs Caught A Break? The Fans Debate

After a shaky start to the 2021/2022 DStv Premiership season, Kaizer Chiefs seemed to be struggling a fair amount. Dropping points seemed to be a trend, mixed with the team not finding their feet, evidently something needed to change. Chief’s fixture against Chippa United was always going to be an…
19 Oct 2021 7 min

Can Sundowns Be Stopped? The Fans Answer!

Mamelodi Sundowns are proving to everyone that they are the team to beat, having not conceded a single goal in 6 matches. The Brazilians have scored a total of 11 goals and have accumulated a total of 16 points from a possible 18, clearly they mean business! However, many of…
7 Oct 2021 9 min

Dominance, Struggles and Shock: The Fans Have Their Say

Mamelodi Sundowns faced off against Orlando Pirates in a derby that was sure the bring excitement. Looking at the post-match stats, one could say that Sundowns weren’t messing about, controlling the ball possession, total shots, and the number of passes. This proved correct as Masandawana eased past Pirates thanks to…
29 Sep 2021 10 min
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