The Final Whistle: Recent Episodes
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If you're as obsessed with the beautiful game as we are, you'll know that your attention doesn't stop at the full-time whistle. In our weekly podcast show, football journalist Deepanraj Ganesan is joined by special guests as they discuss the important issues from the footballing world and dive into matters involving Asian football especially our very own Singapore Premier League. This is- The Final Whistle.
We have our 2023 Singapore Premier League winners! Albirex Niigata are now 6-time champions so it’s only right it’s a White Swans domination on this episode! The one and only Hassan Sunny talks all about his triumph and not forgetting, a special message from King Kazu himself! All that and more on this episode of the SPL Podcast!
What’s a derby without the drama?! The Eastern Derby lived up to all its billing with the Eagles snatching all 3 points against their rivals at the death!
And On this episode of the SPL Podcast, we’re joined by Geylang International Head Coach Noor Ali as he gives us all the lowdown on that huge win and much more!
It’s advantage Albirex! The title race is now in their hands after they’ve snagged three HUGE points in their comeback win over the Sailors…but we can’t discount the Mighty Stags who are hot on their heels! We hear from both camps as we head into this final stretch of the Singapore Premier League.
Peter De Roo’s Balestier have more than impressed lately, so what’s the secret behind their recent success? The Tigers’ vice-president Darwin Jalil joins us to analyse their campaign so far. Meanwhile, more positives for the Lion City Sailors as we await the unveiling of their new signings…particularly in Bailey Wright. So join us as we review and preview all things Singapore Premier league on this episode with the final stretch in sight!
A new man at the helm for the Lion City Sailors, we hear from Aleksandar Rankovic ahead of his debut in the dugout! And it’s getting tight at the top, as the Stags keep the Swans at bay. Could we have a 3-way tussle for the title? Tune in as Deepanraj Ganesan is in the hotseat on The SPL Podcast!
The Sailors have dropped a bombshell after parting ways with Head Coach Risto Vidakovic — so who’s next in line? We’ll not only look ahead to what Matchweek 17 is set to bring us as we also discuss what went down with the Lions during the recent International Break with our guest Khairul Asyraf. All that and more on this episode of the SPL Podcast!
Hougang United with a complete turnaround as they go on a 4 game winning streak! & things are ever tight at the top, so the question is who will slip up? The Singapore Premier League in all its goodness, we’ll review and preview it all with our special guest, Akbar Nawas, on the SPL Podcast!
Back in the SPL after an enforced absence due to the pandemic, 2-time champions Brunei DPMM have flattered to deceive in 2023 - struggling for form and points. So how much of a struggle has their return been? And how do they arrest the slump to recapture past glories? Head Coach Adrian Pennock is in the hot seat, outlining the blueprint for the Bruneian outfit - including some exclusive transfer news. Tune in now!
The Cheetahs are back on the prowl as they snap their 8-game winless streak and it’s getting feisty at the top — The Stags return to winning ways while the Sailors falter at the weekend. But the BIG one on matchweek 12 will see leaders Albirex go head-to-head against the Lion City Sailors…and with Philippe Aw’s time off, what’s next for the Young Lions?
Surprise, surprise! The Sailors’ Belgian superstar to the rescue once again, but will he be on our shores beyond 2023? Elsewhere, the Stags suffered their first defeat of the campaign…so what went wrong for Gavin and co? We’ll review last weekend’s action as well as look ahead to what Matchweek 11 has to offer. It’s all coming up on this episode of the SPL Podcast!
It’s back! And so are we! After a 2-week break, the action returns in the Singapore Premier League! We welcome Round 2 but not before we look back on the biggest talking points thus far. Who has impressed and who hasn’t? Tune in now to find out!
The Singapore Premier League is back after the International break and the games are coming thick and fast! We’ll look ahead to a jam-packed SPL calendar — with a top of the table clash between the Stags and the Sailors headlining Matchweek 6. And that’s not all, we’ll also look back on what the international window delivered. It’s all coming up on this episode of the SPL podcast!
It’s the first international break of the season — we’ll look ahead at what’s to come with the Merlion Cup making its return after a three-year hiatus. But first, we’ll discuss the double gameweek where the hapless Cheetahs continue their struggles in 2023, while the super Stags sit pretty at the top. Join Raushan and Farrah, along with Khidhir Khamis as they look back on another eventful week on this episode of the SPL podcast!
Can the Eagles maintain their charge at the top? And are goalkeepers unfairly criticised? Riki Kimura is in the hot seat on The SPL Podcast as Raushan & Farrah look back on MD2 that saw a fair share of thrills & spills! Plus, with the Sailors and the Swans set to do battle, who will emerge on top? Listen in as we set the scene for round 3!
Brand new season, same old goodness! The SPL Podcast returns to review all the major talking points from GW1 - including VAR, memorable debuts and everything in between. We also look ahead to GW2 that includes a return to action for DPMM and much more. Join Farrah & Raushan, in conversation with Deepanraj Ganesan - as we set the scene for another pulsating weekend in Singapore.
The 2023 Singapore Premier League preview by The Final Whistle. This episode is for the fans and we got them involved as well. Hear from our resident expert, former SPL coach Khidhir Khamis and former S.League player Sudhershen Hariram, who makes his debut on the show. Who are our favorites for the league ? Who do we look out for ? Will the Sailors gain revenge ? So many questions and we’ve tried to answer as many as we can. Tune in now!
We’re down to the final four in the Singapore Cup, and surprise surprise, the sunken Sailors are OUT! So where do they go from here? Plus the best of the best in 2022 have been honoured at Awards Night, with Champions Albirex winning big! It’s the SPL Podcast with Farrah Nair & Zia-ul Raushan together with Khidir Khamis.
Done & Dusted! The SPL Season may have drawn to a close, but the focus now turns to the Singapore cup! Who looks poised to pounce? And who looks set to surprise? Deepanraj Ganesan joins Farrah Nair and Zia-ul Raushan, as we review the season gone by, and set the scene for the cup right here on The SPL Podcast!
We have our 2022 Singapore Premier League Champions! The White Swans are back on their throne! And the Stags have sealed third place but it isn’t over just yet!
Plenty of football still on offer, so tune in as Khairul Asyraf takes the hot seat on this episode of the SPL pod
The Sailors fall to a THIRD consecutive defeat but is it all Luka’s fault? And It’s advantage Albirex - will the White Swans seal the title on Friday? Tune in as Khidhir Khamis joins the SPL Podcast to gear you up for a pivotal weekend in the Premier League!
We’ve come to the business end of the 2022 SPL season. 4 match weeks to go and ALL to play for! If that’s not enough, well, we’ve got the small matter of the Singapore cup & international break to discuss! Listen in as Deepanraj chimes in with Farrah Nair & Zia-ul Raushan.
A Noor Ali masterclass leaves the Sailors reeling, blowing the title race wide open…And the Toa Payoh exposé takes centre stage - is Darwin to blame for Akbar’s exit? We’re keeping it REAL on this one, tune in as Khairul Asyraf takes the hot seat on The SPL Podcast!
Has Luka Lalic managed his way into contention for the Sailor’s head coach vacancy? Speaking of hot seats, we check in with Peter De Roo as he prepares to make his Balestier bow this weekend!
The Sailors are on a rampage while misery continues to pile on the Jaguars & the Young Lions. Plus, can the Eagles stay on track for their continental charge? Deepanraj Ganesan returns to the show, alongside Zia-ul Raushan & Farrah Nair as we not only look ahead to the FINAL round of fixtures, but also keep you entertained with our predictions & captain’s pick. You don’t want to miss this!
In light of Akbar Nawas calling it quits with Balestier at the end of the month, join Ziaul Raushan, Farrah Nair & Khairul Asyfaf as they discuss his tenure with the Tigers as well as look back on last weekend’s action and look ahead to gameweek 21 on this episode of the SPL postcast!
It’s the end of the road for Kim Do-Hoon and the Lion City Sailors - as they part company with 9 games remaining in the season! What does this mean for the Sailors title defence? Tune in now, as we discuss the shock news and delve beyond the headlines on The SPL Podcast!
On this episode of the SPL Podcast…It’s all in the hands of the White Swans after downing the Sailors — but can they make it count and reclaim their place at the top? And it’s not just the race for the title that’s heating up…with AFC spots all to play for! Khairul Asyraf joins Zia-ul Raushan and Farrah Nair as they look back on Matchweek 18 as well as look ahead on another big weekend ahead. So what are you waiting for?
Last weekend’s showpiece between the Sailors and the Stags stole all the headlines and it’s only right we discuss the good and the ugly of what went down. Not forgetting the Eagles’ and their impressive unbeaten streak, with the likes of Tampines Rovers and Hougang United looking to get back on track. Join the duo of Zia-ul Raushan & Farrah Nair, along with their guest Nitin Nambiar as they talk all things Singapore Football on this episode of the SPL Podcast!
With the FIFA22 season coming to an end, we caught up with FTRD x Balestier Khalsa eSports team to find out more about the gaming scene in Singapore. Founder Yasz gave us an insight to the eSports organization and how the partnership with Balestier Khalsa came to be.
PLUS, Kun & Operation-Eses talked about the pressure of Singapore being the world's #1 ranked team ahead of the FIFAe Nations Cup.
The defending Champions Sailors slip up yet again, while the White Swans capitalized as they nip the gap at the top. But surprise, surprise! Matchweek 16 was all about Ilhan Fandi. After netting his first career hat trick, what more can we expect from the 19-year-old?
Join Zia-ul Raushan, Farrah Nair & Deepanraj Genesan as the review, preview & predict on this episode of the SPL Podcast!
The Swans may have been stung, but the Sailors stumbled as well on Matchday 15. Meanwhile, the Cheetahs and Tigers are on the prowl as they continue their mid-season revival! Drama, dropped points and plenty of determination - tune in now to The SPL Podcast with Farrah Nair & Zia-ul Raushan!
As we reach the midway mark of the 2022 Singapore Premier League season, it's time to look back on the campaign so far.
Journalist Deepanraj and football consultant Khairul Asyraf join Zia-ul Raushan and Farrah Nair to give their take on what's impressed them and who has failed to deliver on expectations. We also rate each club's season so far.
We are in for a treat! The Sailors will be looking to pull away from the White Swans at the top when they take on Tanjong Pagar United, while both the Eagles and the Tigers aim to build on their winning momentum from the last time out. Khidhir Khamis joins Zia-ul Raushan and Farrah Nair as they review last weekend’s action and look ahead to gameweek 14. It’s all coming your way on this episode on the SPL Podcast!
All attention turns to the Jalan Besar Stadium this Friday for the MASSIVE top of the table clash between the Sailors & the White Swans! With both sides on scintillating form, who will come out tops in this one? Join Farrah, Raushan & their guest Khairul Asyraf as they preview the rest of what’s to come on Gameweek 13, as well as look back on last weekend’s action. It’s all coming up on this episode of the SPL Podcast!
Game week 12 dishes out a scintillating Eastern Derby with plenty at stake! Both The Stags and the Eagles could do with a win this restart but who will claim bragging rights at Our Tampines Hub?
And can the Sailors extend their dominance at the top further?
We'll preview all 4 matches coming up and more so don't miss out on this episode of the SPL podcast!
The path has been laid out. 3 games to make history! Can the Lions come out on top against the likes of Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Myanmar?
Join Firdaus Khan and footballl fan Nitin Nambiar as they preview 🇸Singapore’s chances of qualifying for the 2023 AFC Asian Cup!
A night to remember for Ilhan and Albirex Niigata, as they heaped more misery on a rudderless Geylang International. While Tanjong Pagar continue to surprise, overcoming the Stags! Plus, with the Transfer Window open we discuss the potential ins and outs in the latest episode of the SPL Podcast
The Sailors showed no mercy at the weekend as they move 9-points clear at the top with the help of their star signing Maxime Lestienne. But how much of their dominance this season been down to the Belgian?
We look back at an enthralling gameweek 10 as well as preview what’s coming up this weekend, before we head into the long international break. We have you covered right here on the SPL Podcast, so you don’t want to miss this!
We’ve reached the final matchday in English Premier League, and the title race is going right down to the wire! Will a City slip up hand Liverpool a domestic treble? Plus, with Arsenal doing Tottenham things and bottling their hopes of Champions league qualification - we wonder if the Gunners will leave it late to pip their North London neighbours! And which club will lose it's top flight status and drop down to the championship? All this and more on the Premier Weekly
The Sailors remain in front, and in charge - but could an in-form Tampines close the gap on the league leaders? And Hougang showed signs of improvements against Tanjong Pagar, so will the Cheetahs pounce on the hapless Eagles? Reviews, Previews, Team News and Predictions - tune in now to the SPL Podcast!
The gold continues to elude Singapore as the men’s and women’s teams were eliminated at the group stage. Similar results but different responses?
Firdaus Khan and Zia-ul Raushan welcomed Khidhir Khamis and Deloitte South-east Asia sports business group leader James Walton to grade Singapore’s performance at the SEA Games.
Plus, some exciting news to look forward to with the imminent start of the Deloitte Women’s Premier League.
The end is in sight for England’s top flight with plenty still up for grabs - the hunt to be crowned Premier League Champions is going right down to the wire, while a host of clubs continue their fight to beat the drop! Plus, the FA Cup takes centre stage as Jurgen Klopp’s relentless reds do battle Thomas Tuchel’s Blues. Who will prevail? Liverpool fan Kamal Raj & Chelsea supporter Kalvinder Gill join Zia-ul Raushan on the latest episode of the PL Weekly. Tune in now!
The SPL returned for Round 2, and reminded us just what we’ve been missing with the Top 3 all securing wins, could a 3-way race for the SPL Crown be taking shape? And what's gone wrong for Geylang this season? After the highs of defeating LCS on opening day, Noor Ali's team have struggled for results without a win in 6. Lifelong Geylang Fan Naz join Raushan and Farrah on the latest episode to discuss the Eagles woes and more. Don't miss it!
One of the best goalkeepers in the league during his playing days, Fadhil Salim was such a fan favourite that he inspired a famous chant heard from the stands at Hougang Stadium. There's only one Fadhil Salim, one Fadhil Salim! Today he is part of the coaching staff with Albirex Niigata and he joins us to look back on his career highlights.
After a short hiatus, the Singapore Premier League is back and we’re getting stuck straight into the second round of fixtures. Khidhir Khamis joins us this week to preview the 3 clashes in Gameweek 8 as well as look back on the Sailors’ maiden journey on the continental stage. All that and more on the SPL Podcast!
The Young Lions’ SEA Games campaign kicks off this weekend when the team goes into battle at Hanoi against Laos. We sat down with the team’s head coach Nazri Nasir to talk about his career as a player, what his ambitions are as a coach and why he feels the Young Lions can clinch a medal for the first time since 2013. The former Singapore national team skipper who led us to the 1998 tiger cup glory also gets emotional when asked about suffering a stroke in 2020. What did it teach him?
Listen now to the episode and wish him and the team well on our social media pages.
Liverpool and Manchester City face Newcastle and Leeds respectively this weekend. Could they come unstuck against two improving sides? Who blinks first?
Elsewhere, Manchester United are woeful once again but manage a draw against Chelsea while Crystal Palace are on a four game winless run. Are Palace as good as what we’ve been led to believe ?
All this and more on The Final Whistle’s Premier League weekly presented by LiveNow.
An appointment that has left the football fraternity reeling. After a 'rigorous search' that lasted 4 months, Takayuki Nishigaya was confirmed as the new head coach of the Singapore National Team. An unheralded choice, that has left most feeling underwhelmed and uninspired. But who exactly is Nishigaya, how has he secured the hot seat and what will he bring to the Lions? Former Singapore international R. Sasikumar and football consultant Khairul Asyraf join Zia-ul Raushan on this special podcast as we run the rule on the latest chapter in Singapore Football. Beware! The gloves are off for this one!
Different week, same garbage from Manchester United. After the latest embarrassing defeat by Liverpool, we ask what's needed for a reset. Where does the reset start from? Elsewhere, Arsenal register an all important win and Newcastle continue to fly. What should the target be for the Magpies next season? And as always we build up to the weekend of PL action. Listen now !
Even if it was just for one night, Southeast Asian football reigned supreme in the Asian Champions League group stage on MD2. ESPN FC's Gabe Tan and Astro Arena's Keesh Sundaresan aka Keeshmatstats join Deepanraj Ganesan to talk about what the results mean in the grand scheme of things. Can JDT, LCS and BG Pathum progress from the group stages and what do these results have to do with Wonder Woman and Black Panther? Well, you've got to tune in and find out.
It's a new dawn for women’s football in Singapore in 2022 as the Lioness will head to the SEA Games for the first time since 2003. And the women’s team achieved a new milestone recently when they played in front of a paying public for the first time during the recent FAS tri nations series.
Lioness forward Danelle Tan, who scored 2 goals in the 6-2 win over Seychelles joins us on this episode to talk about her journey, her ambitions and what the recent spotlight on women's football means.
Round 1 of the Singapore Premier League done and dusted! The Sailors finally click into gear and what a time to do so as they venture on their maiden AFC Champions League Campaign.
Join Zia-ul Raushan & Farrah Nair along with Khairul Asyraf as they look back on Gameweek 7 and pick out their standout player of the season so far on this episode of the SPL podcast.
Entertainment of the highest quality! Sailors go top, the Jaguars stay unbeaten and the Cheetahs on a worrisome form. Join Zia-ul Raushan and Farrah Nair, along with Khidhir Khamis as they get to dissecting the double gameweek in this episode of the SPL Podcast.
That’s not all - we’ll look ahead at what’s to come this weekend, with all eyes on that top of the table clash! Reviews, previews, rants…you won’t want to miss this!
The most important tie in the race for the 2021/22 English Premier League title? As Manchester City host Liverpool this weekend, we run the rule on who will come up trumps. We also review the past gameweek and take a look at who has caught our eye from a #FPL perspective. Listen now and chime in with your predictions on our social media pages @tfinalwhistle
Currently unbeaten in the 2022 Singapore Premier League season, Tanjong Pagar United have defied the odds to be top of the table after four matches. And to explain their start to the campaign, head coach Hasrin Jailani joins us on The Final Whistle. Hasrin, also known to the older fans as a tenacious midfielder shares with us memories from his playing career which included the 2001 league triumph with Geylang and that unforgettable 2004 Tiger Cup win with the Lions.
After the highs of the Tri-Nations, the SPL returns this weekend! Will Tanjong Pagar continue their fairytale start to the season or can the Sailors and Albirex close the gap at the top? Deepan joins Farrah and Raushan on this latest episode - packed with team news, previews and predictions.
The international break is over and we are now ready for the final sprint to the end of the premier league season. The title race, the fight for fourth and the relegation battle are all in the balance ahead of gameweek 31 and we’ll preview the key games in this episode.
A main fixture of the national team and the Lion City Sailors, you'd be accustomed to seeing Faris Ramli weave his way past defenders from the flanks. But for the first time, tune in as we dig deep into what's made Faris who he is today.
And we know you curious fans are here for the tea so yes, we did ask Faris about THAT moment during the Suzuki Cup.
From starting the season as outside contenders for the crown, to having won just 1 of 4 games, conceding a whopping 14 in the process - what's gone wrong for Hougang United? Khidhir Khamis joins Farrah and Raushan on the latest episode of The SPL Podcast to dissect the Cheetah's woes, and all the rest of the action from Matchday 4! We'll also cast our eye on the upcoming Tri-Nations tournament as Singapore prepare to do battle with Malaysia & the Philippines. And who will lead the Lions on a full-time basis? We might just have an answer to this, so tune in now!
Singapore national team and Lion City Sailors captain Hariss Harun is a PSB Academy ambassador and student. Later this year, he will clinch his latest goal yet- a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Business and Marketing with Coventry University. What is next for the Lions captain and how has he juggled full time football and his studies? (This episode is sponsored by PSB ACADEMY)
Controversy controversy! Questionable officiating made the headlines once again and the FA have addressed it head on…but is it good enough? Decisions by the men in black aside, we saw a worldie and a whole lot of goals as 19 were scored over the weekend. So sit back and join Farrah Nair & Zia-ul Raushan on this latest episode of the SPL podcast, along with their special guest Deepanraj as they look back on an eventful matchweek 3 & look forward to what promises to be an intriguing round of fixtures ahead! You don’t want to miss this!
Cristiano Ronaldo gets all the love this week as a hat trick from the Portuguese peacock sees United get all three points against Spurs. So…is he really the problem? We discuss that while weighing in on whether Everton should stick with Frank Lampard as Watford and Leeds gain crucial wins in the relegation battle. We also look at City’s latest slip up and what that means for the title race. Listen now.
The journey to becoming a professional football player is not always linear. And it certainly wasn't for former national youth football and singer/actor Syed Azmir. Now an assistant coach at Balestier Khalsa, he tells his story of how he walked away from football to pursue another passion and why he has no regrets. Azmir also shared details about his Anugerah days, his path into coaching and what his future ambitions are.
Did the Sailors rotation stem from over-confidence? Is the pressure mounting over at Hougang, with just 1 point after 2 games? And have Balestier hit rock bottomn? Join Farrah Nair and Zia-ul Raushan on latest episode of The SPL Podcast as we discuss all this and much more.
And we’ll get you up to speed for GW3, with all 8 teams set to be in action for the first time this season.
After yet another damaging loss and performance, the PL Weekly duo find themselves asking the same question about Manchester United - what now? With the season now looking done and dusted domestically, is it time to plan ahead for the Red Devils?
Elsewhere, we chime in on how Newcastle United and Everton are going in the opposite directions under their new managers. We also get you prepared for the #DGW29.
From Australia to Uruguay to Brunei and then Singapore, Blake Ricciuto has had an interesting career. The Tanjong Pagar midfielder talks about his missed opportunities in football and why he feels blessed to be in the sunny Island. And what do Singapore football clubs need to do to garner more fans? Blake has an idea.
Upsets, comebacks, debuts and dubious decisions. The opening weekend of the 2022 SPL season had it all! Join the duo of Farrah Nair and Zia-ul Raushan on latest instalment of The SPL Podcast as we dissect and discuss all the thrills and spills together with the ex-head coach of Balestier Khalsa, Khidhir Khamis.
Plus, we’ve got all the latest team news ahead of GW2 and predictions to boot, as the local football fiesta continues to gather momentum.
After the latest loss for Leeds, Marcelo Bielsa was given the boot. We discuss if that's a decision that will keep them up. Meanwhile, is the Carabao Cup first of many for Liverpool this season? And who are we giving the armband for DGW28? Listen now to find out!
From Crystal Palace, Bolton Wanderers and the Turkish top flight to Hougang United? It's all God's Plan according to Moritz. Listen to his tale of how he's ended up in Singapore and why he thinks Hougang can surprise the Singapore Premier League this season. Moritz also shared some incredible stories from his time at Palace, his beginnings in Brazil and why Turkey has a special place in his heart. There is no other pod out there that has mentions of Marcelo, Wilfried Zaha, Thiago Silva, Championship Playoffs win and Shahfiq Ghani all rolled into one.
And just like that, we have a title race again. Spurs toppled City while Liverpool made the most out of it and closed the gap. What happens now? We also take a look at the ever-changing scenario surrounding the fourth spot and run the rule over Romelu Lukaku's Blues. Is it time for Tuchel to drop the Belgian for good?
A brand new podcast, for a brand new season and we’re all booted up for the 2022 Singapore Premier League! The Community Shield was a great teaser of what's to come and it definitely gave us plenty to talk about so join Raushan and Farrah, along with their special guest for this week Deepan, as they look back on the Sailors’ first silverware of the year and discuss everything off and on the field ahead of match day 1.
The Final Whistle's countdown to the start of the 2022 SPL season continues as the panel answers fan submitted questions and give their predictions on various categories from top goalscorer to which local player will have a breakout season.
Local football is back and The Final Whistle assembled a panel to prepare you for the season ahead. Join us as we preview the season club by club before we lay out our predictions for the campaign in part 2!
In this episode we review GW25 of the EPL and examine if anybody really wants fourth spot. Who are the front runners now? And with a damaging loss to Everton, are Leeds in major trouble? We also preview GW26 and asses if it's time to use that Triple Captain chip.
Talented Tampines Rovers midfielder Iman Hakim sits down for an honest chat about the difficult season he had last year with the Stags. Just 19, Iman is already a SPL winner after the 2020 triumph but endured a tough campaign in 2021. What has he learnt and why is he determined to put things right in 2022?
The EPL is back after a winter break and we start the show by looking back on the January transfer window. Who did good business and who lost out by doing zilch?
We also weigh in from a FPL perspective on which new faces to keep our eyes on. We round out the episode by previewing #GW24 and #GW25.
Tanjong Pagar United goalkeeper Zharfan Rohaizad joins us on this episode to talk about his journey in professional football thus far. How are the Jaguars looking before the season gets underway and why does he feel blessed to be playing football? We also chat about his goal to take over from Izwan Mahbud and Hassan Sunny in the near future.
Former Tanjong Pagar United goalkeeper is this week's guest and he speaks fondly of his time in the Sunny Island where he won the FA Cup and Singapore Cup. An Asian Champions League winning coach, Dragan also tells us why he wants the Singapore national team job and what he would bring to the role.
With Norwich's 3-0 win, Burnley's point against Arsenal and Newcastle's victory against Leeds, the relegation battle is well and truly alive. Could Brentford and Everton get dragged in as well? We review all the matches from Gameweek 23 and the storylines before the season takes a winter break.
Former Woodlands Wellington and Tampines Rovers manager R. Vengadasalam joins us on this episode to talk about his colorful past in the S.League, how he built a community to follow the Rams and why he worked harder than the rest of the league in finding foreigners. Venga is also at his honest best when talking about the modern day SPL.
We examine if the Blues are underachievers or if they have reasons for their decline. Have their signings flopped? We also look at the problems at Everton and whether it was the right decision to sack Rafa Benitez. And we also review the double GW and look ahead to the next with Aston Villa's Coutinho high on our FPL wishlist.
The 2020 Singapore Premier League Young Player of the year joins us to talk about his life with the Sailors. Smooth sailing thus far, does Saifullah expect it to get rough at sea in the coming year with the arrival of new faces ? What does he plan to do about it? Saifullah also talks to us about what he learned with the Stags, why Jermaine Pennant deserved more respect and how it felt to be called up to the national team.
Saifullah also spoke about unsuccessful moves to Spain and Australia and why those stints have strengthened his resolve to play outside Singapore. Where is he willing to go to?
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The January transfer is in full swing and the Premier League has already welcomed Coutinho, Mykolenko, Trippier and Paterson amongst others. What do we think of these new faces and are they FPL must haves? We also preview the double Gameweek 22 and run the rule over which players we are looking at bringing in to our teams.
Former Young Lions, Geylang and Gombak United defender Fabian Tan joins us on this episode to take a look back at his career. Fabian juggled his education in NUS whilst playing in the local league and tells us why he was so driven to do it despite the obstacles at hand. Fabian also weighs in on how the league can involve more players from JCs and Universities.
After Liverpool and Chelsea played out a 2-2 draw, extending City's lead to 10 points, is the title race over? On this episode, we chat with two City fans on the future of their club and whether they feel if the title is sewn up. We also review the controversial City-Arsenal clash and run the rule on whether the Gunners were robbed.
Former Home United coach Steve Darby joined us to talk about his time with the Protectors in the early 2000s. Why was it important to form a team of not just good players but good men ? And Darby also dives into the world of matchfixing to tell us why it's prevalent in Asia and other parts of the world. This is an episode you have to listen to!
Halfway through the season, it's time to take a look again at the title race, who we think will make the top four and who goes down from the PL. We also review GW21 and pick out some FPL picks to consider.
They fought hard and came mighty close to the Suzuki Cup final but ultimately, the Lions fell just short. The Final Whistle and some special guests discuss the campaign, the crazy semi final and what the Lions or Singapore football need to do next.
The Final Whistle speak to Craig Hannan from the award winning Liverpool content hub The Anfield Wrap as we review the 2-2 draw with Spurs and chat about all things Liverpool including Salah and Mane 's AFCON trip. This is an episode specially created for our Liverpool fans.
The PL Weekly duo - Deepan and Raushan- are back together this week and they dive into giving out some mid season awards as the EPL comes to the halfway mark of the current campaign. Who has been the player of the season so far and which team has surprised them? We also review the four matches that took place in GW18 and cast our eyes on GW19 (if the games go ahead)! Listen now and share with us your views on Twitter or Instagram!
The Final Whistle's preview of the semi-final between Singapore and Indonesia is here. First, we look back on the result between the Lions and Thailand and analyse what the performance and loss meant. And then Indonesian football journalist/analyst Tio Utomo and Singapore's Gabe Tan along with Raushan and Deepan talk at length about the semi-finals and even weigh in with their predictions. Look ahead to the two-legged semi finals with the crew now!
3 wins in 3 booked The Lions' a semi final spot. But the performance left fans wanting. The Final Whistle, together with Hougang United assistant coach Firdaus Kassim and former Balestier Khalsa Head Coach Khidhir Khamis break down the game against Timor Leste and looked forward to the mouth-watering clash against Thailand. Do they think Singapore has what it takes to beat Thailand?
We've tracked down one of the best players to have played in the local league - Peres de Oliveira. Based in Brazil, the former Home United forward tells us about his time in Singapore, why the Protectors were so strong and why his stint with the Stags didn't quite go to plan. Listen now to Peres' tales!
Chelsea Fan & Young Lions player Jared Gallagher and Liverpool Fan & SPL Presenter Farrah Nair join the pod this week to talk about their respective teams - including reactions to the UCL Round of 16 Draws, their recent forms and hopes for the frentic festive season of football! We also review and preview Gameweeks 17 & 18, with FPL tips to boot!
It's MD2 for the Lions and they were winners again - this time against the Philippines. But did the Lions make it harder for themselves with the change in set up and lineup or were they the secrets to the victory? Gabe Tan and Rhysh Roshan Rai joined us in this special episode recorded on site at the National Stadium. Listen now and share with us your thoughts as well.
The PL Weekly duo are back looking back on Ralf Rangnick's debut as Manchester United manager. Did the Red Devils show any improvement? And after another loss for Leicester and Arteta, are they under pressure ? And of course we've got some interesting names on our #FPL radar! Listen now and find out who they are.
The 2020 AFF Suzuki Cup kicked off with Singapore registering a convincing 3-0 win over Myanmar. TFW is joined by special guests as we look back on the game and analyse what went well and otherwise. We also touch on Thailand's opening win over Timor Leste. We round up the episode with a look ahead to Singapore vs Philippines.
SingaBrigade - a group known to drum up fervent support for the Singapore national team- will not be at the Suzuki Cup this year. Why? And what is their message ? Members of the SingaBrigade explain their stance on this episode.
Arsenal fan and Albirex goalkeeper Hyrulnizam Jumaat and Chelsea fan Khairul Anwar join us on this episode to talk about their respective clubs' custodians and what the future holds in the title race. We also review the past weekend's action and look ahead to a bumper week that features 20 matches.
Young, Hougang United defender Lionel Tan joins us on this episode to talk about how he found the resolve to keep going despite being told he wasn't good enough for the Young Lions when he was 18. Lionel also tells us how he feels about not making the national squad and why he'll keep working hard to achieve his dreams.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's time (finally) ran out at Manchester United after a 4-1 defeat in the Premier League to struggling Watford. The PL Weekly duo discuss what's next and what problems the new man may face. We also look at Liverpool's destruction of Arsenal and the other results in the Premier League. Elsewhere, we have discussions about the FPL and predict a couple of "crazy" scorelines for the upcoming gameweek.
We speak to Tampines Rovers captain Yasir Hanapi about how he got into football, his mentality going into games, his time in LionsXII and of course Tampines Rovers' roller coaster season. What happened at the Asian Champions League? What does Yasir think he could've done to prevent the dip in form and team morale? And how does Yasir feel about not being called up to the National Team for the Suzuki Cup? Listen now to find out!
The English Premier League returns this weekend and the PL WEEKLY duo get you up to speed on the fixtures ahead. With Steven Gerrard, Eddie Howe and Dean Smith all set for their bows at their new clubs, we discuss which #FPL assets to prioritize in your shopping list. And is it last chance saloon for Ole and United? Listen now and get a head start on preparation for GW12.
Former Football Association of Malaysia technical director Peter De Roo joins us to talk about the job of a TD, his stint in Malaysia and how Singapore football can progress. And we had to ask- does he want the newly vacant TD job in Singapore? Listen now to find out!
After Dean Smith and Daniel Farke were shown the door after Gameweek 11 in the English Premier League, the PL WEEKLY Duo discuss if Norwich and Villa made the right moves and who they'd like to see take on those jobs. We also look back on some exciting matches in the league and do a fantasy premier league stock take after 11 weeks.
In this episode, we speak to former Geylang International midfielder Barry Maguire. We spoke about his beginnings as a footballer in Holland, playing in the Europa League at Anfield against Liverpool and what he makes of his time in Singapore. What happened at Geylang International in the 2021 campaign? Who is to blame- the players or the coach? And why is he leaving Geylang? Listen now to find out.
Arsenal's renewed form and Antonio Conte rocking up at Tottenham Hotspur means that we had to look at the two teams from North London and what their prospects are for the rest of the season. A Gunner, Noah Tan and a Spurs fan, Edwin Yeo join in on the fun as well with their views. We also review GW10 and look ahead to GW11 that includes a tasty Manchester derby.
Harry Birtwistle became the first Singapore-born footballer to sign for an English Premier League (EPL) club on Wednesday (27 October), when he penned his first professional contract with Wolverhampton Wanderers. He joins the TFW PL Weekly duo to talk about the move, the sacrifices his made, how Tampines head coach Gavin Lee played a role in his development and....who he wants to represent on the world stage.
And Harry even has a favourite Singaporean footballer.
Listen now to what he has to say!
Singapore football icon Abbas Saad describes his journey from a war torn Lebanon to Australia and eventually to the sunny island where he became an icon. Abbas tells us about how losing his brother in a civil war shaped him into the person he is today and he also tells us about his friendship with Fandi and Malek.
The conversation continues with Abbas as he talks about that 1994 dream team and the darkest period of his career - the match fixing scandal. And currently in Singapore to complete his Pro-License, Abbas tells us what his future plans are.
What else do we talk about than Manchester United's abysmal defeat. Is it the point of no return for Ole now? Our hosts launch into the Norwegian manager and the team. We also review the rest of the Gameweek and look ahead to the weekend's action. In our #FPL fantasy radar, we also discuss who has caught our eye recently.
This week on The Final Whistle's Premier League weekly, we caught up....or at least tried to with former Manchester United and current Leeds United winger Daniel James. How has life been at Elland Road and are training sessions under Marcelo Bielsa as intense as they sound? Tune in now to find out.
It's a new dawn. A new beginning. Balestier Khalsa vice chairman Darwin Jalil and newly signed head coach Akbar Nawas joined us on the show to tell us the reason behind the appointment, the philosophy and the future of Balestier Khalsa on and off the pitch. There's also an exclusive announcement of the Tigers' first signing of the Akbar era in this episode.
After a hapless 4-2 defeat at the hands of Leicester City, we discuss if enough is enough for Ole's tenure at United. We also review action from GW 8 and look ahead to some mouth watering clashes in Gameweek 9. And which players impressed us from a FPL perspective? Listen now to find out.
As the dust settles on one of the most exciting Singapore Premier League seasons in recent memory, The Final Whistle's panel comprising of football journalist (Deepanraj Ganesan), football consultant/agent (Khairul Asyraf), commentator (Zia-ul Raushan) and former player/analyst (Rhysh Roshan Rai) dissect the campaign.
On this episode, you'll find a club by club review of the 2021 season, what impressed, what didn't quite please the panel and what they hope to see in 2022.
Be warned : Truth bombs dropped here may not sit well with everybody.
The PL Weekly crew discuss what the news of Newcastle United means for the Magpies and the rest of the Premier League. Should Newcastle fans be happy? And we also look ahead to matches in Gameweek 8 of the Premier League. Who are we putting the armband ? Listen now to find out.
This week, we spoke to Young Lions coach Phillipe Aw on his career in football. From deliberately failing his exams to prolong his playing career in club football before joining National Service to leaving his job as a police officer to be a full time coach, Phillipe is not afraid to make sacrifices for The Beautiful Game.
After being blown away by the 2-2 draw between Manchester City and Liverpool and the attacking masterclass on show, the TFW PL Weekly duo talk about whether philosophies and tactical identities are important or just overrated buzzwords. They are joined by Deloitte South-east Asia sports business group leader James Walton who brings his top insights to the episode. The trio review Gameweek 7 and discuss some FPL standouts as well.
Albirex Niigata goalkeeper Hyrulnizam Juma'at joined us to talk about his 15 years in professional football and how it all started, only at 16. "Ah Lau" also shared with us about the injury he suffered that put him under the knife 5 times in a space of a month. And with the title race down to the last day in the SPL, what message does he have for the Sailors? Listen now and find out.
After 1-0 and 3-1 losses respectively for Manchester United and Spurs in the Premier League, we discuss if time is up for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and if Nuno Espírito Santo is out of his depth. We then review GW6 and look ahead to some exciting matchups in GW7. With the heavily owned Alexander Arnold set to miss out for Liverpool, who can FPL managers look to for replacement? Listen now to find out.
Former Socceroos midfielder Craig Foster played only one season for Singapore in the Malaysian League in 1991 but the country is still a special place to him. He tells us why and shares his memories from his time in Singapore. Now a human rights advocate, Foster also tells us why footballers should do more off the pitch.
VAR bears its ugly head again in Arsenal, Manchester United and Brighton's wins this week and the PL WEEKLY duo give their take on the decisions made in the talk of the town. Former Crystal Palace midfielder Craig Foster joins in on the conversation as well and talks with pride about compatriot Jared Gillet who will become the first non-UK citizen to referee a Premier League game. And of course we also dive into the players that stood out in GW5 on the Fantasy Radar. Listen now.
One of the most trusted voices in the football world, Fabrizio Romano boasts close to six million followers across social media platforms. On this episode, he joins the TFW PL WEEKLY duo to talk more about the transfer of the summer- Cristiano Ronaldo, the Pogba contract situation and he also tells us if Conte could came back to the EPL soon. Listen now!
Former National Team Head Coach and two time Sleague winner Vincent Subramaniam give us his take on the state of local football, why we're lagging behind in terms of youth development and what needs to be done to breed quality local coaches to help the local game improve.
Manchester City's 1-0 win over Leicester in GW4 meant that Pep Guardiola set a new record. What is it and why do we think City's win showed up a flaw in their side ? We discuss that and all the other action from the weekend of EPL action. And of course, we zoom in on the Fantasy Premier League as well.
Hougang United winger Idraki Adnan joined us to talk about being shaped by his father's passing, his struggles at Young Lions, and the catalyst for his breakthrough season in 2021. Idraki also gave his honest assessment of various issues at the youth level of Singapore football. Listen now!
With the transfer window shut, we lock in our final predictions of the season which include golden boot winners, flops and players that will impress. We then look ahead to GW4 of the Premier League and run the rule over FPL assets to own.
In this TFW PL Weekly special, Don Robbie from AFTV joins us to talk all things Arsenal. Has he had enough with Mikel Arteta ? What does he think of the Gunners' transfer window and who does he feel is a FPL must-have from Arsenal? Stick around to the end because we also address some hate for AFTV.
Former Geylang United midfielder and TV personality/pundit PJ Roberts joined us to talk about how he fought off testicular cancer, one laugh at a time and his S.League career. What does he think of some of his former teammates who went on to be iconic names in Singapore football? You'll want to hear this.
With the transfer window slammed shut, we discuss how the big teams fared in the summer wheeling and dealing. We also review GW3 and discuss the impact of Cristiano Ronaldo's FPL price tag and the players away on international duty.
As the prodigal son of Old Trafford returns, we explore how the deal was done, what it means for Manchester United and the rest of the Premier League and of course the impact on FPL. This is a TFW PL weekly special episode.
A three-time S.League winner with Geylang United and SAFFC, retired defender Razaleigh Khalik joined us to talk about his career and told us why SAFFC and Warriors FC were not quite the same, what did his former coach Scott O'Donell do that changed him and why Richard Bok was successful at SAFFC. Listen now.
With a week to go in the transfer window, we take a look at what signings the top clubs need. And then we review GW2 and look ahead to GW3. And we've got some interesting FPL differentials for you as well to cast your eye on.
One of the most feared marksmen in the Singapore league, Mirko Grabovac tells us how his move to the sunny island came about, how he became a Singapore citizen and the decision behind eventually giving it up.
England and Spurs captain Harry Kane has been branded a zero after asking for a move. The TFW PL Weekly duo weigh in on the debate. Ahead of Gameweek 2, we also look at possible transfers you should make and who you have to slap your armband on.
Former Balestier Khalsa and Warriors midfielder Poh Yi Feng joined us to talk about his career in the league. What made him stay with the Tigers for a long time and why did he decide to call time on his career? And as a senior player of Warriors FC during their financial problems, how did Poh cope ? Find out now.
In the first episode of the season, we take a look at some of the major transfers of the summer so far. We then dive into the key matches ahead in GW1 before making our cases for our FPL picks.
We've got former Home United, SAFFC (Warriors) and Balestier Khalsa midfielder Rhysh Roshan Rai in the studio. In part 1, we talk about his football career in Singapore especially his experience playing in the Asian Champions League with SAFFC.
Rhysh Roshan Rai is our guest this week and in part 2 we talk about his career after retirement. Now known as a media personality in Singapore football, how did he get into the scene and how does he deal with criticism? What can be improved in the SG broadcasting scene?
Budding women's footballer Yasmin Namira, who earned a football scholarship into Graceland University in Iowa speaks to us on her footballing journey so far, how she got her scholarship in the US and the financial challenges of relocating and living in America.
The Stags have returned from their maiden Asian Champions League campaign with six defeats in as many games. What does it say about Tampines or is this an alarming indication of where our local football scene is? We brought in fans and local football pundits to make sense of the results. Who is to blame? What could have been done differently? What's next? Listen now to find out.
Tanjong Pagar defender Delwinder Singh tells us how his father's past and his mother's perseverance has shaped him into the man he is today. We also talked about his career, being vice-captain of an S-League team at the age of 18 and if he still hopes to be part of the National Team.
In this second episode of the TFW jobs series, we have Balestier Khalsa vice chairman Darwin Jalil in the studio to tell us how he got into football, what his roles are and how he plans to improve Balestier Khalsa's fortunes. Enjoy this insightful sharing from one of local football's most passionate men.
Join us as we speak to Khidhir about his career as a youth coach, his time at Balestier Khalsa as the youngest head coach in SPL history at the time and of course, his roller coaster stint as Assistant Head Coach at Geylang International from qualifying for the AFC Cup to leaving the club and football on his terms. What actually happened at Geylang? How did Khidhir learn from his mistakes throughout his career?
The World Cup Qualifiers have come to an end and the Lions finish the campaign in fourth place in the 5-team Group. Did they meet expectations? What went well and what went wrong? This week, we review Tatsuma Yoshida and his charges along with local football fans and personalities Zia-Ul Raushan, Shiam Jerome and Deepanraj Ganesan.
It's a brand new series from The Final Whistle as we explore the jobs in football. And to kick us off, we talk to football agent and Director of 2Touch International, Khairul Asyraf about what the job entails. How does he get to represent players? What does an agent do and how do they get paid? Listen now as we dive into the world of agents.
Join us as we speak to the 1998 Tiger Cup winner about his career, playing in the MLeague in 1994 while still serving his NS, his Jurong FC stint and of course how it felt winning the 1998 Tiger Cup when the odds were stacked against the team. We also spoke intimately about his relationship with his late father and the reason behind him pursuing a degree at NTU while still playing football professionally.
Hougang United captain Fabian Kwok joins us on this episode and he was as candid and honest as ever. He shared how he juggles between having a full-time job and playing football professionally and why he thinks that it is important to have both. He also spoke about how current Hougang United head coach Clement Teo has been with him throughout his career and getting called up to a talented Young Lions squad. And what advice does he have for young footballers? Listen now.
On this episode, Iqbal Hussain joins us to talk about his time in Singapore football and the spell in India that has rejuvenated his football career. What did he think of being dropped for the 2015 SEA Games squad and what does he feel about the "hate" he receives from detractors? Listen to his honest take on this and more now.
We spoke to Hougang United Assistant Coach Firdaus Kassim about his beginnings as a youth footballer, his obsession with Championship Manager and his coaching experiences abroad that has made him the tactician he is today. Who are his biggest influences when it comes to coaching? What has Firdaus done to set himself apart from other young coaches? Why did he have to pay for his own transfer fee and why communication is very important for a coach. Listen now.
Young Lions midfielder and professional FIFA player Joel Chew joins us to talk about his career as a footballer so far, the training stints he's had around the globe at such a young age and his career as a professional FIFA player so far. Does being a professional football player help with his in game skills? Was winning the Singapore Cup and scoring in the final his biggest achievement on the pitch so far? Listen Now.
Two-time S.League winner and Tampines Rovers defender Benoît Croissant joins us to talk about his time in the famed Clairefontaine academy in France, his relationship with Nicolas Anelka, his globetrotting career and why he never stopped learning throughout his career to prepare for life after football. And when did Tampines lose their identity according to Benoit? Listen now.
In part 4 of our Sports Science series, we've got former Tampines Rovers defender and Commercial Director of Catapult Sports, Benoit Croissant in the studio to talk about the technology that Catapult Sports has to offer and how they can help clubs and players maximize performances and prevent injuries.
It's part 2 of The Final Whistle's Singapore Premier League preview for the 2021 season and we've got football agent Khairul Asyraf, journalist Kenneth Tan and Geylang International supporter Jeff Salleh in the studio to share their thoughts on the upcoming season for champions Albirex, Asian Champions League first timers Tampines Rovers and big spenders Lion City Sailors.
It's The Final Whistle's Singapore Premier League preview for the 2021 season and we've got football agent Khairul Asyraf, journalist Kenneth Tan and Geylang International supporter Jeff Salleh in the show to share their insight on the upcoming season. In Part 1 of our SPL preview, we discuss Balestier Khalsa, Young Lions, Hougang United, Tanjong Pagar United and Geylang International. We also put our guests on the spot on what position they think these clubs will finish their season.
In part 3 of our Sports Science series, we discuss the dreaded ACL injury, how we can prevent them, the road to recovery and the different grades of severity of ACL injuries. We also had former Tampines Rovers players Huzaifah Abdul Aziz and Shannon Stephen on the show to share with us their experiences dealing with the injury and their roads to recovery. Sports Scientist Mariam Shazana returns as well to share her expertise on the subject.
On this episode, we spoke to former Tampines Rovers defender Shannon Stephen on how he started off as a footballer, how he got into the national setup during his time at Tampines Rovers and the injuries that eventually saw him without a club this season.Is he retired? Did his injuries end his career? Listen now.
Former youth national team, Home United and Balestier defender R Aaravin speaks at length about the SPL's U23 rule and how it has forced him to calling it quits at just 25. We spoke to him about how he feels about the salary paid to young players his training stint at FC Metz in France and the differences he felt playing in the SPL and the Prime League. Listen now.
Joining us on this episode are Sports Trainer from Lion City Sailors, Daniel Feriza and Mariam Shazana, head of sports science at PSB Academy. What is the role of a Sports Trainer? How do ACL injuries happen and what can be done to prevent them? Listen now to find out.
It's a midfield masterclass from one of the best to do it in Singapore's national kit as former Lion and The Vibes drummer Rafi Ali rocks up into The Final Whistle studio. Listen as he explains why the radio helped build his vision for football, why he feels frustrated at how soft the current generation is and wait till the end to listen to his rant on the current state of Singapore football. You can't miss this.
The first of a series of episodes brought to you by knowledge partner Edith Cowen University and powered by PSB Academy, we take a look at how clubs in the Singapore Premier League view Sports Science. This week, we brought in Balestier Khalsa FC deputy chairman and their new sports science interns to have a chat on this topic.
One of the key members of the 2010 Youth Olympic Games (YOG) squad,
Dhukilan shared with us how the International Olympic Committee (IOC) selected him as one of 25 Young Leaders for a four-year programme, how Coach Kadir Yahaya shaped him into who he is today, what he really thinks of the NFA/Young Lions set up and why he enjoys working with the underprivileged community.
One of the finest fullbacks the league has seen in recent times - Faritz Hameed is this week's guest and he chats to us about his journey into football from Young Lions, to LionsXII and the national team. How does he really feel about the Under-23 ruling? He also tells us how he was on the verge of retirement only for someone to change his mind. All that and more on this episode.
Former national striker Steven Tan joined us on this week's episode of The Final Whistle. Dubbed the "super sub" for his goalscoring exploits off the bench as part of the Malaysia Cup-winning side of 1994, Tan tells us more about how he earned the nickname and what he did while on the bench to come on and make the difference and how he started playing football as a kid. We also asked him about his spell in charge of the Stags.
Listen now.
Ikhsan Fandi was back in Singapore for a short break before joining FK Jerv for pre season training and he spoke to us about his first season in Norway went, dealing with the pandemic, the pressure of being a Fandi and more. It's an in-depth chat with one of the most promising players from Asia. Listen now.
Former national football stalwart and current Lion City Sailors assistant coach Noh Rahman talks to us about how he picked up discipline and dedication from home and his senior players, how it was like being a 16-year-old in a dressing room full of local football legends during his time with Geylang and how he won his mother's support in pursuing a career in football.
The man for the big occasions, Indra Sahdan joined us to talk about his career and took us through the important goals he's scored in his career against the likes of Japan, Uruguay and Manchester United. And what does he regret most about his career? We also asked him questions from the fans. Listen now to find out
The man for the big occasions, Indra Sahdan joined us to talk about his career and took us through the important goals he's scored in his career against the likes of Japan, Uruguay and Manchester United. And what does he regret most about his career? We also asked him questions from the fans. Listen now to find out
It's the first show of 2021 and the 2020 SPL player of the season Gabriel Quak joins us to talk about how he's finally found his feet in football. It's Gabriel like you've never heard him before as he gave us an insight into what's behind his rise and how he credits Kadir Yahaya and Tennis for the player he is today. Listen now to find out more.
Do our local players lack a strong mindset ? On this week's episode of The Extra Time, Rory Winters, Founder of Edge Of The Box Mentoring and a former professional footballer who now works as a mentor and coach to young professional footballers, joined us to discuss how local players can get the extra push to do well in their careers. We also discuss why every successful footballer needs a "nasty streak".
Former Singapore women's national team player and current Singapore Women's U-16 head coach Chris Yip-Au joins us to talk about the state of the women's game in Singapore. What are the problems that still exist in women's football here ? Do women in football here get paid ? Does the FAS do enough ? Listen now.
Clubs in the Singapore Premier League are hard at work in securing players for the 2021 campaign. Top local football agent Khairul Asyraf joins us for a conversation on all things local football transfers. Are there transfer fees in local football and should the foreign quota be expanded ? Listen now.
One of the most legendary custodians to have been between the sticks for the Lions, David Lee joined us for a journey through his storied career. From multiple Malaysia Cup victories to his 1996 S.League triumph, David shares his favourite moments. And why did he have to keep Fandi Ahmad in check? Find out now in this episode.
Arguably the best goalkeeper to have donned the Lions kit, Lionel Lewis joined us to talk about his career that yielded multiple titles with the national team and even a nomination as an Asian player of the year. Why did he hang up his gloves at an early age and what is he up to these days? How did his stint with Manchester City go and was he really best mates with Sun Jihai? Find out now.
With the conclusion of the 2020 SPL season, we had to get in a few words about the campaign. But more importantly, the 2020 SPL awards threw up some surprises that did not go down well with too many fans. Local football writer Kenneth Tan, local football coach Razif Ariff and host of the Sgfootballpodcast Jerome join TFW to debate the winners, losers and those who should have been nominated.
The face and voice of Singapore football, former professional footballer turned presenter Duncan Elias will be leaving Singapore in a week. We decided to get him into the studio and bid him farewell, The Final Whistle style. What can be improved in Singapore football? What did he enjoy and what did he not ? Listen now to find out.
This is our special tribute to one of the greatest players ever, Diego Maradona. Listen as Singapore football legends V. Sundramoorthy and Fandi Ahmad talk about how Maradona inspired them. Fandi also shares about how it was like playing against Maradona. We also had Argentina football fan and writer John Sivan to give us excellent insights on the legend that is Maradona.
It's the best time to be a Spurs fan as Tottenham Hotspur sit at the top of the Premier League after 8 games. Their latest result, a 2-0 win against Manchester City has meant that Spurs fans are dreaming of a title triumph. Can they do it ? Will Jose Mourinho drive them to a title and silence the doubters in the proccess? We had a Spurs die hard in the form of Navin Nambiar to make sense of it all.
A coaching masterclass. He's won the league in India and was named coach of the year in Philippines, former Stags head coach Akbar Nawas joins us and talks about why it's important to believe in your coaching philosophy and the steps he took to instil them into players at Chennai City. How was it like coaching Jermaine Pennant and why does he disagree that our players are too comfortable? Listen now and find out.
It's been 7 years since a Singaporean side, LionsXII lifted the Malaysian Super League and its fair to say that Singapore football has not seen that kind of clamour since. Is going back to Malaysian football something we should consider or should we not be looking across the causeway at all? What about our Lions? What's the lure for them to play in the MSL? TFW and former journalists from The Football Siao discuss the merits and exchange some Frank opinions.
The first Singaporean footballer to sign for a Japanese side when he linked up with J2 side Matsumoto Yamaga, current Hougang United defender Anders Aplin talks us through his journey from being a former Sports School student to graduating from NTU. We also asked him how he got his big break after playing in the NFL. And we close out the show by addressing a taboo topic amongst the football community : mental health. While 2020 has been tough for most, with the ongoing pandemic, Anders has had to handle some tough setbacks in his personal life. How did he cope and why did he open up to his head coach about his problem? Listen to our conversation now.
With 8 gameweeks gone in the English Premier League, the numbers speak for themselves. After a 3-0 loss to Aston Villa at home, Arsenal have already suffered four defeats in the current season. The Final Whistle are joined by Arsenal fans Shanjayan and Noah to discuss all things Gunners and especially if manager Mikel Arteta should continue to get a free pass from the media. And stay till the end because TFW take on the Arsenal fans in a brand new segment.
One of the fulcrums of the Lions and Home United's successful eras, S Subramani joins The Final Whistle on this episode to talk about how two individuals convinced him against retiring from the national team in 2004, what went through his mind during the infamous 2004 bottle throwing incident against Myanmar and how long distance running and not football was his first love.
Albirex Niigata(S) and local clubs in the league currently abide by rules that govern who starts for them. Albirex must field two Singaporeans in their XI while local clubs must start three U23 players in their lineup. On this week's episode of The Extra Time, we discuss if there is any benefit to this rule.
Patrick Vallee, the man who led the Singapore Premier League's first-ever foreign champions, Etoile FC shares with us why leading the French team to the title was tougher than what most thought, why he’s proud to have kick-started Frederic Mendy's career and why he was elated to have signed Ahmad Latiff when he was head coach at Tanjong Pagar. And of course, we asked him how it was like to manage one of Singapore’s most talented players.
With the Football Association of Singapore's announcement that SPL defending champions Brunei DPMM will sit out the 2020 season, we take a look at whether Singapore football really does need the Bruneian team. Are we better off without them ? Local football observer Gary Koh joins us to debate about the merits of having DPMM in the league and who has what it takes to replace DPMM as champions.
We last saw him five years ago when he was the head coach of the SEA Games football team and finally former national team captain Aide Iskandar returns to the spotlight.
What does a captain actually do? What kind of a skipper was Aide and did he ever have to step in to be a mediator when players had a go at each other?
We also addressed the 2015 SEA Games campaign? Does Aide have any regrets? Listen now to find out.
Singapore national team and Johor Darul Tak'zim captain Hariss Harun caused a stir last week when he announced he was signing for Coventry. It was eventually revealed that Hariss was taking up a role as a PSB Academy Ambassador and student of Coventry University’s Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Business and Marketing. We spoke to him about his decision and with a member of PSB's marketing department about post football options for footballers.
One of Singapore's most decorated goalkeepers Shahril Jantan, winner of six S.League titles and four Singapore Cups joins us to talk about the highs and lows of his career. Shahril shared how the 4-0 loss to Malaysia during the 2002 Tiger Cup affected him and we finally got to the bottom of why a player who had such a successful time at club level was largely ignored at the national team level. You've got to listen to this one.
Former Singapore national team, LionsXII, Home united, Gombak United, Sembawang Rangers and Geylang United defender Sevki Sha’ban shared with us the most memorable moments of his career, how he coped with the several injuries and came back stronger each time, what he really thought of the tactics employed by the LionsXII and what led to him being terminated by Home United.
Two of the biggest clubs in world football suffered heavy losses the past week. Was the Red Devils' defeat a sign of how the season is going to pan out and is it just a freak result for Liverpool? The Final Whistle crew is joined by Manchester United fan Phoon Jia Hui and Liverpool fan Eric Teo to discuss what the results mean and where both teams go on from here.
He’s captained and coached the Australian national team and he’s now in Singapore to make a mark. Lion City Sailors' head coach Aurelio Vidmar speaks about the standard of Singaporean footballers and whether they can make it in Australia, how it was like playing against Diego Maradona and the heartbreak of losing to Iran in a crucial 1998 World Cup Qualifying playoff.
The third gameweek of the 20/21 English Premier League was it's most controversial yet with Crystal Palace, Brighton and Tottenham Hotspur on the wrong end of VAR calls and handball decisions. We discuss what needs to change to eradicate this controversies.
A head coach at just 29, Gavin Lee is breaking the mould whilst doing an outstanding job as Tampines Rovers' chief tactician. What got him into coaching and what's his daily schedule like ? And how is it like being a coach to players older than he is? It's as insightful as it gets in this conversation with one of Asia's top coaching talents.
After Manchester United fell to a 3-1 defeat at home to Crystal Palace in their first game of the 20/21 season, is it a sign of things to come for the Red Devils this season ? In this new weekly show, The Final Whistle discuss what's wrong at Old Trafford.
The man with the midas touch. The Singapore national team’s youngest ever head coach joined us this week as we got through a host of topics with him. How did he react to being named head coach of the Lions at just 29, his pride at representing the country and why getting back to the Malaysia Cup is not the solution to our current problems- all this and more on this episode.
He led the country out at the 2015 SEA Games on home soil but soon enough, Al-Qaasimy stepped away from the game. The former Young Lions skipper joined us on this episode to tell us why and what he's up to these days. And of course, we had to ask him about putting Patrice Evra on his bum at the Sports Hub.
Former Newcastle United youth player and current Hougang United midfielder Charlie Machell is this week's guest as we tackle the hot news of the proposed takeovers at Newcastle. A life-long Magpie, Charlie gives his perspective of why the fans have had enough with owner Mike Ashley. In part 2, we dive into Charlie's career as we trace the steps he's taken from Newcastle to Hougang.
South Korean midfielder Song Ui-young joined us on this episode to discuss his potential future with the Singapore national team. What are the chances of him representing his "second home" ? We also asked him how he dealt with loneliness after moving to the sunny island as a teenager. He was just a call away from quitting. Find out more on this episode.
One of Singapore's best left-footed players, Shaiful Esah joined us on this episode to look back on a successful career in Singapore football. What prompted him to retire quietly and why does he feel that the FAS can do more? Tune in to find out.
The legendary Fandi Ahmad is in the studio and he takes us on a journey from Kaki Bukit to Amsterdam. We talk about Fandi's memories of trialing at Ajax, his unforgettable goal against Inter Milan for Groningen and his various off field experiences, good and bad.
Goals, assists and tricks - it's what we know Jordan Webb best for but for the first time, we speak to Jordan on what made him the man he is. The Canadian born attacker tells us how a tough upbringing shaped him and why sports saved his life.
Our conversation with Jordan Webb continues as we address the not so savoury moments from his time in Singapore and what's next for the Tampines Rovers attacker.
A key member of the 2004 Tiger Cup winning side, Goh was one of the best central midfielders in the country. Amazingly, he was always a part-time footballer. We spoke to the NTU graduate to find out how he balanced both studies (and later, work) and football. We also discuss why the lack of representation amongst Chinese footballers is not problematic.
It's our first foreign player on the podcast as Hougang United hitman Stipe Plazibat joins us to talk about his career. Plazibat tells us how competitive football was in Croatia and why Japan is a special place in his heart. And you'd want to hear his passionate response on how Singapore football can move forward.
He's been there, he's done it and he's still doing it. One of the icons of our national team for the last decade, Baihakki joined us in the studio to talk about his career. In part 1, we cover his his upbringing, the drive he had to succeed, his viral comments during the 2020 GE and his first days as a professional footballer.
Our chat with Baihakki continues in part 2 as we talk about his unforgettable stint in Indonesia, regrets over his time at Johor Darul Takzim and the collapse of a dream move to Saudi Arabia. And meeting Nemanja Vidic ? All that and more on this episode.
With over 80 caps for the national team and stints with numerous clubs in the Singapore league, Fazrul shares his experience with us in this episode. We also discussed his head injury, his memorable LionsXII stint and the forgettable Sabah saga.
The captain of the much acclaimed 2010 YOG squad, Jeffrey Lightfoot joins us to discuss just why he did not go on to make the mark as a professional footballer. It's also a special Liverpool themed episode as we discuss the Reds' title triumph with the Liverpool fan.
Former Lions defender, radio host and successful entrepreneur R Sasikumar joined us this week for what turned out to be an honest and revealing chat about the state of Singapore football. Plenty of pearls of wisdom as well from this episode as we dissect Sasi's career from the pitch to the boardoom and take a look at the Merseyside clubs.
The former Singapore international who won 2 AFF cups with the Lions joins us as we talk about his career with the Stags and the glory years under Raddy Avramovic. Part of the "NFA Gang of Four", Ridhuan shares some interesting stories of his former teammates and his unforgettable stint in Indonesia.
Singapore national team and Johor Darul Ta'zim captain Hariss Harun joins us to talk about Liverpool's need to add to their attack. And then, we dive back to his childhood days and take a trip right up to his current importance to club and country. This is an in-depth sit-down with one of Asia's finest midfielders.
Back from our Circuit Breaker enforced hiatus, we had the pleasure of having one of the most talented coaches in Asia this week as we grilled Kedah head coach Aidil Sharin about his career as a player and as a coach. Does he hope to manage the Lions someday? For all that and more, tune in now.
Singapore and Indonesia football legend Noh Alam Shah joins us in the studio for a very honest lookback on his career. With so many truth bombs dropped by one of the best forwards to have donned the Singapore kit, this is an episode not to be missed.
Former footballer, head coach and commentator Shasi Kumar brings a no holds barred approach to the studio. With Covid19 wreaking havoc on the football season, we talk about what happens to players' fitness levels during lockdown and who has been the standout player in the EPL this season. And then in part 2, we review recent SPL games and address Shasi's controversial comments.
Singapore football legend Aleksandar Duric joins us to talk about his past in Yugoslavia, his present in Singapore football and his future in helping to shape youth football. This is a episode you don't want to miss.
Lion City Sailors and Lions midfielder Adam Swandi talks about his time in France with Metz FC and how much he developed while at Albirex Niigata (S). In our special french football themed show, we also discuss Pogba and PSG.
Sports presenter Duncan Elias joins us on a special 2020 Singapore Premier League preview show. We talk about all 9 clubs in the league and also ask Duncan why he hung up his boots for a career in the media industry. We also discuss Bruno Fernandes' impact at Manchester United.
It's only February but the title race in the English Premier League seems a foregone conclusion. TFW discuss whether Liverpool can really end the season unbeaten while also taking a look at the race for the Champions League places. Former Singapore U23 captain Illyas Lee also offers his take on why he hopes the birth of Lion City Sailors could change the landscape of Singapore football and just what went wrong with the much talked about 2010 YOG squad.