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

200 – 220

Hunter's Edge Big Interview: Claasen On Wits Move, Europe & More

In this week's episode of the Big Interview, brought to you by Hunter's Edge, we talk to Bidvest Wits new boy Daylon Claasen. He discusses Wit's chances of defending their league crown, the difficulties that come with playing in Europe as well as the famous face in the stands that…

22 Aug 2017 20 min

Hunter's Edge Big Interview: Mashamaite On Beating Chiefs & SSU's Title Chances

In this week's episode of the Big Interview, brought to you by Hunter's Edge, we talk to SuperSport United defender Tefu Mashamaite. He discusses their win over his former club, Kaizer Chiefs, his thoughts on their chances of challenging for the league title this season and a whole lot more.

15 Aug 2017 21 min

Hunter's Edge Big Interview: Molekwa On Polokwane Ambitions & Facing CT City

In this week's edition of the Big Interview, brought to you by Hunter's Edge, we talk to the newly appointed Polokwane City coach Bernard Molekwa about their ambitions this season after finishing in the top eight last year. We also focus on their clash with Cape Town City and why…

8 Aug 2017 19 min

038 - Soweto Derby Special Featuring Fabian McCarthy & Dumisa Ngobe

In this week's episode of the Big Interview, we catch up with Orlando Pirates legend Dumisa Ngobe, as well as Kaizer Chiefs legend Fabian McCarthy to discuss the upcoming Soweto Derby, as well as how they think their teams will do in the PSL next season.

27 Jul 2017 14 min

037 - Phil Masinga On His Famous Bafana Goal, Incredible FA Cup Hat-Trick & More

In this week's episode of the Big Interview we talk to a legend of South African football, Phil Masinga. He talks about the famous goal that helped Bafana qualify for a World Cup, his incredible 9 minute hat-trick in the FA Cup, dealing with racism in football abroad and a…

22 Jul 2017 26 min

036 - Mark Fish On Pirates' Problems, Money In Football & A Special Surprise

In this week's episode of the Big Interview, we talk to South African football legend Mark Fish. He discusses what's gone wrong for Orlando Pirates as they look to get back to the glory days. He also talks money in football compared to his playing days, and the topic of…

12 Jul 2017 19 min

035 - Lebogang Phiri On Ligue 1 Move, What It Takes To Make It Abroad & Bafana

In this week's episode of the Big Interview, we talk to South African midfielder Lebogang Phiri who recently completed a move to Guingamp in France's Ligue 1. He talks about his journey in football so far, what it takes to compete overseas and his recent involvement with the Bafana Bafana…

6 Jul 2017 25 min

034 - Phil Masinga & Janusz Michallik Pay Tribute To Doctor Khumalo On His 50th!

In this special episode of the Big Interview, we celebrate Doctor Khumalo's 50th birthday by talking to former teammates Phil Masinga and Janusz Michallik. Bafana legend, Masinga, shared some of SA's most memorable football moments with the Kaizer Chiefs icon, while Michallik talks about their days as teammates in the…

28 Jun 2017 11 min

033 - Kwadwo Asamoah On Playing In Italy, Ghana's World Cup Chances & More

In this week's episode, we feature a guest interview done by Soccer Laduma's Rossella Marrai-Ricco who spoke to Juventus midfielder Kwadwo Asamoah. She chatted to the African star about the difference between working with Massimiliano Allegri and Antonio Conte, playing in Italy and Ghana's chances of qualifying for the World…

23 Jun 2017 12 min

032 - Duncan Crowie On Beating Man Utd & Real Madrid, SA Development & More

In this week's episode, we talk to former Bafana striker Duncan Crowie who led Ajax Cape Town's youth sides to wins over Manchester United and Real Madrid recently. He also talks about youth development in South African football, as well as whether or not we had the best players in…

14 Jun 2017 17 min

031 - Mark Mayambela On Ajax's Tough Season, Mihlali's Progress Abroad & Tinkler

In this week's episode, we caught up with Ajax Cape Town star Mark Mayambela. He discussed the tough campaign for the Urban Warriors, while he also updated us on the progress of his brother Mihlali, who is in Sweden, and he shared his thoughts on the Eric Tinkler saga at…

8 Jun 2017 14 min

030 - Serame Letsoaka On Their Great Escape, Coaching Changes & Jantjie's Future

In this week's episode we speak to Free State Stars coach Serame Letsoaka following their great escape from the relegation battle. We also discussed the technical changes and coaching rumours during the season, as well as the futures of some of their stars such as Sinethemba Jantjie.

31 May 2017 23 min

029 - Tyson On Winning The PSL, Wits' Secret To Success & Clarifies Bucs Comment

In this week's edition of the Big Interview, we talk to league-winning captain Thulani Hlatshwayo. The Bidvest Wits defender discusses their PSL triumph, as well as what their secret to success was this season. He also clarifies his recent comments regarding his love for Orlando Pirates.

23 May 2017 23 min

028 - Manyama On Player Of The Season, Losing The Title Race & Bafana Changes

In this week's episode we talk to Cape Town City star Lebogang Manyama. The City captain provides his thoughts on the potential of being Player of the Season, while he also talks about City's title race as well as the changes at Bafana Bafana.

17 May 2017 28 min

027 - Gavin Hunt On PSL Title Fight, The U20 WC Dilemma & The Bafana Job

In this week’s episode we speak to Bidvest Wits coach Gavin Hunt about his battle with Pitso Mosimane for the title, releasing players for the U20 World Cup and his feelings on missing out on the Bafana job.

9 May 2017 33 min

026 - Yeye On Chiefs Reunion At SSU, Their Title Chances & The Nedbank Cup

In this week's episode we talk to SuperSport United midfielder Reneilwe Letsholonyane about their title chances, the Chiefs old boys at SSU and the prospect of another final against Orlando Pirates.

3 May 2017 36 min

025 - Dino Ndlovu On Winning The Title, His Bafana Difficulties & His Critics

In this week’s episode we talk to South African striker Dino Ndlovu who recently won the league title with Qarabag in Azerbaijan. We discuss his European success as he remains on course for a double, as well as his future, the Europa League and his Bafana difficulties.

25 Apr 2017 26 min

024 - Ndumiso Mabena On His Form, Dikwena's Season & His Future

In this week’s episode we speak to Platinum Stars striker Ndumiso Mabena about his personal form and Dikwena’s mixed fortunes this season, as well as his future as his contract with the club is winding down.

19 Apr 2017 20 min

023 - Bongani Zungu On Cup Final, Downs' Form & Percy Tau's Potential

In this week’s episode we talk to Bongani Zungu about life in Portugal and reaching the Portuguese cup final. He also gives us his thoughts on what the future holds for rising Sundowns star Percy Tau, as well as whether or not he believes that the Brazilians can defend their…

11 Apr 2017 24 min

Old Mutual Big Interview - Thobejane Talks Relegation, Coaching Shuffle & More

In this week’s episode of the Old Mutual Big Interview we talk to Baroka FC coach Kgoloko Thobejane about the relegation battle, the coaching changes at the club and if he thinks Bakgaga will survive.

4 Apr 2017 19 min