Two Up Front: Recent Episodes
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Whether a sporting fanatic or not, in this podcast - coming to you all the way from South Africa - Chuck and Jay come together to unpack all the sporting action from the previous week as well as to shed light on all the headlines from both on and off the field of play.
With Itumeleng Khune being suspended by Kaizer Chiefs we assess whether this recent event among others; tarnish his legacy, does it push him towards retirement? Aston Villa are flying high with a formidable home record to match, are they serious title contenders? Mohamed Sala 200 Liverpool goals & 150 EPL goals, a solid case to be counted among the Liverpool legends, and one of Africa's best to ever play in the English top-flight.
We look back at the Carling Cup Knockout semifinals, go over Manchester City's recent dip in form before scrutinizing Michael Owen's claims that his generation of players were better than the current crop. Lastly whose return to tennis we're more looking forward to: Rafael Nadal or Naomi Osaka.
The Proteas get thrashed by India, Julius Malema calls for the abolition of the Springboks emblem. We also speak about the fallout of Janine Van Wyk not getting onto the pitch for Banyana Banyana, as well as none of the big 4 sides in the PSL making the Carling Knockout semis.
We go over the Springbok's triumph over the All Blacks to become record four-time champions. We also chat about our trust levels in the Proteas' World Cup chances, and our reaction to Messi winning an 8th Ballon D'or.
In this week's episode we revisit the Springboks' last gasp World Cup semi-final triumph against England, and consider their chances at defending their title in the final against the New Zealand All Blacks.
We revisit that pulsating Springboks win in the World Cup to knock out host nation, France. With Sundowns set to participate in the African Football League, we talk about the pile up of games in world football, and Pep Guardiola's suggestion that players need to stand up for change. Janine Van Wyk is called up to Banyana Banyana's Olympic qualifiers for her send off, as she's announced her retirement.
The Proteas get off to a record start at the Cricket World Cup, Orlando Pirates beat Mamelodi Sundowns to retain their MTN8 title and Arsenal end their 12 game losing streak in the league against Manchester City.
The Springboks lose an epic to Ireland, but was that a fair reflection of the contest? Following the North London Derby draw we chat the fates of Spurs and Arsenal, before a wrap up of the MTN8 semifinals, and an early preview of the final.
We look back at the Proteas' come back to win the ODI series vs Australia and look ahead to their chances at the cricket World Cup. We discuss how much Sibongiseni Mthethwa improves Kaizer Chiefs before previewing the groups and picking a favourite for the UEFA Champion's League
The questions that arise this week are the matter of empty stands at Bafana Bafana games, if women's tennis is better off with the varied Grand Slam winners and whether Djokovic is now the greatest athlete of all time following his record tying 24th Slam? We also go over the first week of the Rugby World Cup
A look back at the MTN8 1st leg seminfals where Chiefs and Sundowns played out to a draw and Pirates won away at Stellenbosch. We dive into an analysis of Arsenal's win over Manchester United and the post match revelations of Erik ten Hag regarding Jadon Sancho
In this episode we speak about the Springboks handing the All Blacks their heaviest ever defeat. We also ask the question if Manchester City are a little more vulnerable this season than before and who is best placed to challenge them
In this episode we give our take on our first experience watching a Netball World Cup, Banyana Banyana's performance at the FIFA Women's World Cup before assessing some of the action from the PSL's opening round of fixtures
Terrence Crawford utterly dominates Errol Spence. The Springboks win unconvincingly. Banyana give up another lead, can they make it out the group at the FIFA Women's World Cup? We close off with a preview of the upcoming PSL season
Banyana Banyana suffer a heartbreaking loss at the FIFA Women's World Cup. Australia retain the Ashes. We look at the influx of sponsors in South African Netball and the unconventional manner in which Chippa United have gone about recruiting a left back
Should SA fans be concerned about the Springboks loss to the All Blacks? Bafana Bafana get Nigeria in their World Cup qualifying group, Benjamin Mendy is acquitted and we go over the recently concluded Wimbledon and the champions that were crowned.
Orlando Pirates release a statement addressing their upcoming match vs an Israeli team, David De Gea leaves Manchester United to be replaced by ball playing 'keeper André Onana and we discuss how the Springboks looked in their first match of the season, trouncing Australia
Chatting Banyana Banyana's standoff vs SAFA on the eve of departing for the FIFA Women's World Cup, PSL coaching appointments and the question of what place "the spirit of the game" holds in today's cricket after Ashes row
In this episode we review Mamelodi Sundowns' CAFCL loss to Wydad Casablanca, we look back at Manchester City winning the EPL title and Devin Haney's unanimous victory of Vasiliy Lomachenko.
We take a look at Arsenal falling away in the title race; we react to Chelsea hiring Mauricio Pochettino and chat about the extent of the role fans play in the fabric of a football club following the scenes with AC Milan and Kaizer Chiefs supporters over the weekend.
We look back at Nedbank Cup action, with Orlando Pirates knocking Kaizer Chiefs out and Amakhosi contuing their long wait for a trophy. We talk about Messi's unscheduled trip and subsequent ban from PSG before looking at the race for top4 in the EPL and Roger Federer's take on Rafael Nadal possibly not playing Roland Garros.
In this episode we preview the potentially title deciding clash between Arsenal and Manchester City. We also revisit the blitzkrieg Newcastle United inflicted on Tottenham Hotspur before closing off with Gervonta Davis' stoppage of Ryan Garcia and boxing's landscape following that fight
In this episode we wonder if Arsenal are choking the title away..? Should the fans be worried about the 4 points dropped in recent games, or should they still believe, with Manchester City breathing down their necks. Mamelodi Sundowns defending champions, out of the Nedbank Cup. The Soweto giants progress to the semis, along with Stellenbosch and Sekhukhune, we look back at all the Nedbank Cup action.
In this episode we discuss Arsenal's draw at Liverpool and the landscape of the title race following the result. We go over officiating in the EPL and player behaviour from VAR gaffs, to an assistant ref hitting Andy Robertson and Mitrovich's 8 game suspension. There's also the question of what becomes of Manchester United if Marcus Rashford's injury is severe.
We take a look back at the Bafana Bafana draw and coach Hugo Broos' post match antics. We also discuss the coaching changes at Spurs and Bayern Munich before closing off the episode with the Proteas record run chase and Lionel Messi getting to 800 career goals
Antonio Conte was critical of Spurs' lack of winning culture, is it time to let him go? We take a look back at the Barcelona vs Real Madrid before investigating the merits of purposely losing for possible future benefit
This week we go over Sundowns' resounding win over Al Ahly, pick our top 4 and relegation finishers in the EPL before looking back at the Proteas series win over West Indies and reports suggesting the Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk fight is on
Liverpool put seven goals past Manchester United, TS Galaxy staff and players go unpaid, Jon Jones returns to the UFC and leaves the World (Heavyweight champion. Join us as we discuss all of this and more
Manchester United win the Carabao Cup and we discuss the significance. We chat the Soweto Derby, the Proteas Women's showing in the T20 World Cup as well as the Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury about.
Thembinkosi Lorch is back (again) for Orlando Pirates and some fans have started to think he's just hyped - we discuss. We preview the title clash between Arsenal and Manchester City and mull over UCL favourites for this season
We look back at Orlando Pirates outplaying Mamelodi Sundowns in a loss and we give our take on the uproar surrounding SA Tourism's proposed sponsorship of Tottenham Hotspur.
We then chat the weekend's EPL upsets as well as the charges brought against Manchester City.
This week we discuss Jabu Mahlangu's take on Sundowns and the PSL, what moves we want to see before the transfer deadline, whether Djokovic's 22nd Grand Slam title now makes him the G.O.A.T and the Proteas (surprisingly) winning the series against England.
In this epidose we chat the weekend action which was Sundowns vs Chiefs, Arsenal vs Manchester United before looking at the state of Chelsea and their transfer policy, along with reports suggesting Harry Kane may choose to extend his stay at Spurs.
The 2022 World Cup concluded in one of the most exciting ways imaginable. We look at all the factors that made it an exciting final, and ask ourselves; if this is the best match we've seen? Finally has the debate about the GOAT been put to bed?
We react to Cristiano Ronaldo's latest interview, Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies' loss in the CAFWCL and do an EPL wrap focusing on the vulnerabilities that City may be showing along with the continued woes of Chelsea. We then close off with Israel Adesanya dropping his UFC Middleweight title to Alex Pereira, being stopped by him again.
This week, we look back at Orlando Pirates' MTN8 triumph, the stand out fixtures in the recently drawn UCL round of 16 ties as well as the EPL's fixtures over the past weekend. We also discuss the potential sale of Liverpool and the Proteas failure at yet another intentional tournament.
In this episode, we discuss Kaizer Chiefs' win against Orlando Pirates in the Soweto Derby, the state of Graham Potter's tenure at Chelsea following the drubbing vs Brighton before assessing the Proteas chances at the T20 World Cup and chatting Serena Williams' possible comeback to the tour.
We look back at the MTN 8 semi where Orlando Pirates dealt a 3-0 drubbing to Mamelodi Sundowns and the fallout from there. We dissect Cristiano Ronaldo's situation at Manchester United and ten Hag's role in it before putting forward who we think are the 3 best players in the world right now.
Arsenal prove they mean business this season by dispatching yet another big name, and still sit on top, is it time to believe they can go all the way? We also look at Mbappe's recent comments and his desires to leave, due to unfulfilled promises. We wonder what the legacy of the Qatar World Cup will be amongst all the controversy surrounding it. CR700. A shout out to one of the greatest ever.
We chat about Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns MTN8 first leg action and changes that could happen for the second leg. We look at City's big win in the Manchester Derby and the unstoppable force that is Haaland before closing off the episode talking form vs consistency in international play and Proteas cricket.
This week, we look at Brendan Rodger's future at Leicester after another heavy defeat that keeps them rooted at the bottom, we go over the recently retired career of Roger Federer and look back at Canelo vs GGG before looking ahead at which fight we'd be most excited for between Crawford/Spence and Fury/Joshua.
In this episode we look back at UCL Matchday 2, we weigh up whether Todd Boehly's All-Star game suggestion is something we would want to see in the EPL and end off with discussing Mark Boucher's tenure and recent resignation from the Proteas head coaching job.
In this week's episode we dive into Manchester United's streak ending triumph over Arsenal, our thoughts over what else has transpired around the EPL and look at the Springboks bidding goodbye to their own 9 year losing streak in Australia. We also look back at the glittering career of one, Serena Williams.
In this week's episode we look at where teams are early in the EPL season and what additions still need to be made. We chat around the situation at Chelsea and if Thomas Tuchel deserves a bulk of the blame following their loss on the weekend as well as what Arsenal fans should make of their team's best start in 18 years.
We are joined by special guest Naledi Aphane who takes us through her journey from sport lover to broadcaster and the viral moment that changed everything for her before chopping it up on the whether showboating belongs in SA football, her thoughts on recent coaching appointments in the PSL and the state of Liverpool ahead of the new season
We take a look at the transfer business done by Arsenal and Manchester United in their bid to return to the top four. The conversation then turns to Ronaldo looking to abandon ship just a year into his Man U return before hypothesizing of a world where Nick Kyrgios is Wimbledon champion
Mo Nkosi joins us this week to talk transfers - the big money moves for Nunez and Tchouameni and how they affect the recent UCL finalists as well as the mass player exits at PSL clubs. We chat about Son Heung-min continuing to be overlooked (now by his peers) and, following the loss to Morocco, just when we can expect Bafana Bafana to be on equal footing with such nations.
In this week's episode we discuss Paul Pogba's second departure from Manchester United, whether or not clubs are abusing their contractual power over players and if the football calendar is too taxing and should be cut back. We close off with a look back at the recently (re)crowned Roland Garros champions
In this week's episode we cover the Champion's League final - whether the better team lost and how Real Madrid got back to the very top of European football. We go over Mbappe's decision to stay at PSG and assess the Zwane coaching hire by Kaizer Chiefs
In this week's episode, we look back at the drama of the last day and Manchester City winning a 6th Premier League title, Foden and De Bruyne being awarded player of the year accolades and we compile our PL team of the year
We look back on the FA Cup and Chelsea missing out once more. We chat changes to the UCL from 2024/25 and Orlando Pirates advancing to the CAF Confederation Cup final,
In this week's episode, we dissect Pep Guardiola's comments on "everyone" rooting for Liverpool over his Manchester City team and how adding Erling Haaland affects the football landscape. We also look back at the period of Roman Abromovic's ownership of Chelsea following the sale of the club
In this episode we look back at Bafana Bafana's performances over the international break, we chat about the implications of transgender women in women's sport and we ponder if Manchester United is a desirable destination for players and coaches after Louis van Gaal called them a "commercial club"
Getting booed by fans in their subsequent league game, should Messi and Neymar bear the brunt of PSG's UCL exit, is Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi right to question 'spiteful' Kaizer Chiefs over opening their doors to Al Ahly and should Liverpool pay Mo Salah whatever he asks? We discuss.
On the show this week, we look back at both the derbies of Soweto and Manchester and we ask if 4th place is now Arsenal's to lose now that they've climbed into that last UCL spot. We also remember Shane Warne following his passing
In this week's episode we talk everything Carabao Cup final, we discuss Abramovich's decision to hand over 'stewardship' of Chelsea to the club's charitable amidst his ties to Russian President, Putin and we take a look back at Bielsa's time with Leeds following the end of his tenure as coach
With ESports getting a slot at the Commonwealth games, we ask if it even belongs there and what this means for the future of sports. We pit Son & Kane against other legendary PL duos to find out who are the best ever before delving into the removal of the away goals rule and the state of Real Madrid as a destination Mbappe should choose or reject over PSG
A look back at AFCON '22, what stood out and projecting the fortunes of African teams at the World Cup. We look at the personal conduct scandals dogging football before conversation then turns to whether Halaand and Mbappe have a better chance of Ballon d'Or glory together as teammates or apart as rivals
We wax lyrical about Rafael Nadal's record clinching 21st grandslam title and Ashleigh Barty's triumph in her home grandslam. We also look at Dele Alli's move to Everton, Dembele's refusal to move from Barca and other transfer storylines
Football content creator and massive Manchester United fan, Thulaganyo Molebalwa takes us through his thoughts on the team thus far this season and who he has earmarked as the next Red Devil's coach. We also dive into transfer dealings and pick who we think will win the Champion's League.
We discuss the results from UFC 270 before asking what's a fair price to risking your life in combat sports. We go over the Best FIFA awards and close off with an EPL wrap focusing on Conte's impact at Spurs thus far
We ask if Chelsea are as far back from City as the points gap now reflects. We react to Rolando's comments regarding expectations at United and him questions players' mentality. We then round off with the Proteas series win and the colourful remarks by Kohli and his cohorts
This week we discuss what the Proteas need to do to win their series against India, we look at surprising transfer moves that have taken place and which player(s) we would pick above all others to build a team around
In the first offering of the new year, we look at whether Arsenal showed growth in their loss against City; we then pick apart Lukaku's now infamous interview and question the timing of Quinton De Kock's retirement from test cricket
We delve into the SJN report and the implications on Smith and Boucher before assessing if Arsenal are back and if City are about to pull away at the top. We wrap with an ode to the career of Sergio Agueroooo...!
In this week's episode we tackle the value (or redundancy) of sports psychology, whether or not Kolpak returnees should play for the Proteas and we evaluate what may trip up each of City, Liverpool and Chelsea in their bids to win the EPL
We debate Messi's Ballon d'Or win and whether Lewandowski was robbed. We react to the hiring of Rangnick by Manchester United and wonder aloud if Chelsea might have a problem unlocking defensive teams and how concerning that should be
Ole is finally out, we discuss who should replace him as well as look into claims Ronaldo's addition may have contributed to the team taking a step back. We also make our choice for who we'd "start, bench, sell" between Cancelo, James and Trent
Was the Manchester City loss worse than that against Liverpool for United? How far will West Ham and Arsenal take their top 4 push? We also ask if the Proteas showing at the T20 World Cup qualifies as yet another choke job
In this week's episode we react to Spurs firing Nuno as well as to Josh Cavallo coming out as the first openly gay active pro football player. We also take a look at the Proteas prospects for the remainder of the T20 Cricket World Cup
In this week's episode we discuss the the struggles that lead to United's losing badly at Leicester and how the race for the top 4 may now be shaping up
In this week's episode we cover the Newcastle takeover, scrutinize the 30 man Ballon d'Or shortlist and look back at Tyson Fury's win against Deyontay Wilder
We take a look back at Liverpool vs Manchester City, how the Springboks finally won down under and reminisce on the career of the retiring Manny Pacquiao
In this week's episode we discuss the fortunes of Arsenal and Spurs following the NLD, how Pep finally won against Tuchel's Chelsea and whether Ole's rambles are signs of him unraveling
With neither of us having picked Chelsea to win the EPL, should we, in fact, be viewing them as favourites? And is Messi's show of contempt towards Pochettino a worrying sign for the coach? We discuss.
In this week's episode, we preview the upcoming UCL season and pick our favourites to win it. Following their climb to the top and drubbing on the weekend, we weigh up who Spurs are and we discuss Salah getting to 100 EPL goals
We critique Liverpool's transfer window and squad depth, take a look at FIFA's contemplation for hosting World Cups every two years instead of four and give an ode to CR7 for his world record feat
Cristiano Ronaldo is back at Old Trafford, we delve into why and what we can expect from player and club. We ask why Mbappe would want to leave Neymar and Messi to go to Real Madrid as well as looking into whether it was a step backwards for Percy Tau (and South African football) to join Al Ahly
In this week's episode we debate the merits of Mark Boucher's apology to Paul Adans and whether or not his position as Proteas coach should be under review
In this week's episode we review City's loss to Spurs and how Jack Grealish faired on his league debut. We run diagnostics on what issues plague Arsenal and give our initial takeaways from EPL matchday 1
In this week's episode we break down Messi's departure from Barcelona, rate which transfers are about to be season defining and preview the upcoming EPL season
In this week's episode we venture into the first phase of EURO 2020 knockouts and all the storylines that emerged; from Mbappe's French favourites being knocked out to England moving into the quarters and everything in between
In this week's episode we delve into Ramos' departure from Real Madrid and his version of events that lead to it, we take a look at Barcelona's rebuilding plan and react to Manchester City making a formal bid for Harry Kane
The Euros were rocked by Christian Eriksen's cardiac arrest - we discuss if the match should have continued. We also get into Giroud's airing his grievances and Mbappe being upset that he did so publically before closing off with our thoughts on Novak Djokovic's Roland Garros triumph.
With awards being given out left, right and center - and all to Manchester City - we review the ones which we would have voted differently on. We also discuss the fight (farce?) that was Mayweather vs Paul
Should Manchester United fans be done with Olé following the Europa League final loss and with the recent coaching departures, we ask if they should get more time? We also discuss Naomi Osaka's withdrawal from The French Open
In this episode we cover the fallout from the UCL final won by Chelsea over Manchester City - where it was indeed won and lost as well as profiles and legacies that have been enhanced and/or damaged
With Chelsea beating Manchester City again, are they now in the heads of Pep and his boys? We weigh up the significance of Edinson Cavani signing on for next season at United before debating if Neymar has lived up to his potential or not
In this episode, Julia & Tinyiko from Beer, Beards & Football join us to discuss all the fallout from the UCL semis as well as the landscape of S.African football against the backdrop of the half decade long struggles of The Amakhosi contrasted against the dominance of Sundowns
With fan protests canceling the Manchester United vs Liverpool clash, we ask if United fans have a case against the Glazers and we look at whether or not it is a good choice for Man City to pay ways with Sergio Aguero at the end of this session
Following their Carabao cup loss, we consider what Spurs need to do to end their trophy drought. We also weigh in on the PL Hall Of Fame inductees - Henry and Shearer - and add our selections for the innaugral class
In this episode we give our reaction to the European Super League, what we made of Chelsea as they halted the quadruple chase by Manchester City and the firing of Jose Mourinho by Spurs
In this episode we dissect Ole saying winning cups is a matter of ego and not progress, if Zinedine Zidane is underrated as Real Madrid coach and who ends up taking the last two UCL places in the EPL
In this episode we discuss if it would be a good thing or not for the likes of West Ham to qualify for the UCL at the expense of "big 6" teams. We break down Chelsea's and Arsenal's defeats over the weekend as well as discuss Mourinho throwing his players under the bus
In this episode we put forth our lists and debate who are our top 5 Greatest Athletes of All Time
In this episode we react to Gareth Bales comments about his plans with Spurs and Real Madrid, we weigh up form vs continuity in selecting a national team as well as looking at the legacy of Luiz Suarez following his 500th career goal
In this episode we are joined by friends to discuss the UCL quarterfinal draw, who has the greatest motivation and pressure to win Europe's elite competition and how far United and Arsenal will go in the Europa League
Following Arsenal's North-London Derby win but with Spurs still ahead on the log, which team is in better shape? We also debate whether athletes should be able to choose which countries they represent internationally and wonder if we will ever see Cristiano and Messi triumph in the Champion's League again
With United winning the derby, what does this mean for both United and City, if anything? We look at wether or not football teams should prioritize how they win or winning by itself is enough and we celebrate the appointment of Temba Bavuma as a Proteas captain
In this week's episode we look at why Manchester United's inability to pull off victories vs "Big 6" teams; we comment on Zlatan calling out LeBron and LeBron's response as well look at what may be the demise of the heavily funded Chinese Super League
Is it satisfactory that Arsenal lost by a single goal to City? We dive into Wilfred Zaha saying he will no longer take a knee as well as look at the NextGen stars following impressive performances in the UCL
In this latest episode we contrast and debate which has had the better career between Guardiola and Mourinho. We talk Rooney's call to scrap VAR and who most needs to win the UCL this season
In this week's episode we look at Manchester City's dismantling of Liverpool, what Harry Kane's career prospects are at Spurs and wether or not it's already time for Kaizer Chiefs to bid farewell to Gavin Hunt
In this week's episode we discuss the game between Manchester United and Arsenal as well as debate which of De Bruyne, Vardy or Kane is the bigger loss to their team. We also ask if the Soweto Derby is worth anything more than bragging rights
Following ongoing difficulties, Frank Lampard has been fired. We discuss if it was the right decision. We take a look at how Martin Oddergard improves Arsenal and debate Liverpool's prospects for the remaining season
Manchester United played out a draw vs Liverpool, will they remain their equals all season? We take stock of the story at the halfway point of the EPL season before debating the legacy of Mesut Ozil at Arsenal now that he's (finally) gone
In this week's episode we look back at 2020 and review some awards given out as well as pick our athlete of the year amongst other lists on the year that was.
Another loss, another week Mourinho states they were better - we discuss. We weigh up Bielsa's all or nothing approach, if Liverpool are about to pull away from the field and try to make sense of Arteta's stat rant.
With neither of the "big 6" winning this past weekend, we review the results. We look back at the racial incident and walking off of Istanbul Başakşehir and PSG and review the UCL matchups.
In this week's episode we break down the North London Derby, we then asses Klopp's naming of Chelsea as EPL favourites and we ask if there's any player as/more important to their team than Bruno Fernandes.
In this week's episode we discuss Paula Dapena opting to boycott a minute's silence for Maradona. We weigh up how bad things are or aren't at both United and Arsenal and give our take on Mourinho saying Spurs are not in the title race
In this international break, we look at the mounting injuries in football, with a focus on Liverpool and debate Pogba's comments while with France
Does Arteta get a pass when Arsenal struggle that other managers don't? With all the different teams that have lead the EPL, are the more genuine title contenders beyond Liverpool and Man City, and is Megan Repinoe right to take a shot at Manchester United?
In this episode we review the clash between Arsenal and Manchester United, go over whether Barcelona are better off without Messi and preview the Liverpool/ManCity and the Soweto Derby 2nd leg MTN clash
This episode is all about celebrating the ALL TIME great achievements of Lewis Hamilton and Rafael Nadal. We look at which record equalling feat is (slightly) more impressive and wonder if there's a harder task in sport than beating Rafa in the Roland Garros final. We also take a look at Project Big Picture and the controversy which caused a ripple in English football recently
Liverpool and Manchester United conceded thirteen goals between them but which was the more shocking result? With the transfer window closing, we assess which signings that did and did not happen were most significant before looking at the overall impact Pitso Mosimane's move to AL Ahly will have
We examine Arsenal's credentials against the Liverpool barometer as well as wether we are more excited about Leicester or concerned about Manchester City . We also take a revised look at the handball rule - how bad is it really?
We take a look back at the Chelsea vs Liverpool game before attempting to decrypt why Patrice Evra went on that rant and projecting how the additions from Bidvest Wits will fair with Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates
We look back at the first weekend of EPL games and give our way too early takes on what we can read into the action that was
We review the almighty collapse by Kaizer Chiefs in the PSL before delving into the story of Lorch's arrest for allegedly strangling his girlfriend and how Orlando Pirates should react. We react to the equal pay confirmations that came from Brazil and England as well as preview the upcoming EPL season
In this week's episode we talk Messi and Barcelona and what is turning out to be a bitter divorce. Who's in the right, who's in the wrong and how does it get resolved?
In this week's episode, we cover the fallout from the UCL quarterfinals. Where do Barcelona go from here following that thrashing at the hands of Bayern? Is the Messi era over? And what of Pep and City, how do they come back from yet another European - failure?
In this episode we contrast Arsenal's FA Cup win against Chelsea's UCL qualification - who had the better season? We dissect Arsene Wenger picking PSG and Man City as his favorites for this season's Champion's League and then also weigh up how much sense some transfer links actually make.
With the English Premier League having just concluded, we review the season that was, from the champions (at last) to how great or poor of a showing everyone else put in. We also get into Jordan Henderson's Footballer of the Year award - was he the right choice and if not him, then who?
Football is all the way back and in this episode, we take a look at the return of the EPL and how Arsenal may have taken another step backwards and if Pogba and Bruno are the answer United have been searching for. We also look at the fight to the feat that is the race for La Liga and who's shaping up as favourites from the first few games back Barca and Madrid
In a conclusion to a series we began at the turn of the decade, we debate and formulate our World XI of the previous decade
In this episode, we re-visit the ICC's proposal of shortening test match cricket to 4 days and also propose what other changes we would like to see across different sporting codes
In this episode we discuss what steps the world of football should take in light of the Coronavirus pandemic that has struck the world. Should the season be void or is there a solution to salvage this season and look at deficits for the following season
In this week's episode we preview the upcoming Soweto derby and who needs to the win more? We also look at the effects of Madrid losing Eden Hazard to injury and if it's fair for non regular sevens players, such as Kwagga and Cheslin, to be included in the Olympic team.
In this week's episode we review the recently concluded T20 series between South Africa and England, we pick apart Manchester City's European ban and what that could mean for Pep and the players as well as the Champions League chasing teams before rounding off the episode with the PSL title picture following Kaizer Chiefs' weekend loss to Maritzburg
In this week's episode we dive into Temba Bavuma's comments, noting his frustration with the transformation narrative. We also take a look back at the good and the bad that is Orlando Pirates this season.
In this week's episode, we review the action that took place in the recently concluded Australian Open; we grade the business of the January transfer window as well ask whether or not Liverpool's dominance of the EPL is because they are THAT great or the rest of the league is just...bad!
In this week's episode, we pay homage to the late, great Kobe Bryant. We pick our women's and men's Australian open champion, delve into the issues that plague the Proteas as well as taking a look at how the La Liga race is shaping up
In this week's episode, we debate if Liverpool will lose this season and how to go about taking them down. We also answer a listener's question on why goalkeepers and defenders tend to be soccer captains along with looking at the comments or the Proteas captain pondering his departure from test cricket: Is he quitting or showing leadership?
In this first episode of the new year, we cover what has happened so far and read the tea leaves in the Proteas vs England series. We then answer if the Pirates game is a MUST-win for Sundowns, how great this Liverpool side is and if Valverde got a raw deal from Barcelona
In this last episode of 2019 we cover all the goals, results and ramifications of the Christmas period in the EPL as well as the continuing officiating issues. We close off with reactions from the recently concluded boxing day test between the Proteas and England.
Arsenal have hired Mikel Arteta as the next coach, was that the right decision? Following their loss to Chelsea, we ask what Tottenham's future looks like under Mourinho and whether or not Liverpool's Club World Cup victory confirms that they are the best team in the world?
In this first of a series of holiday specials, Chuck and Jay choose their collective EPL team of the decade.
In this week's episode we take a look at how Arsenal could solve all their problems if reality was stripped away. We also discuss the Uefa Champions League draw and who looks likely to go all the way and we ask the question "how far is too far" regarding fans having a go at players
In this week's episode we review Messi winning his 6th Ballon D'or award and whether or not he was the deserved winner and who should have been high or lower in the final standings. We also dive into all the coaching hires and fires of late and what's next for some of Europe's big clubs and managers.
In this week's episode we ask the question of whether the title challenges in the EPL as well as the PSL are already over following the exploits of Liverpool and Kaizer Chiefs, respectively, this past weekend. Also, is Cristiano Ronaldo's time at the top over?
In this week's episode, we cover the recently concluded Rugby World Cup where the Springboks were crowned World Champions for a third time. Following Bayern's firing of Kovac and Cape Town City's firing of Benni, we ask the question if coaches are being given enough of a chance in the job as well as a preview of the top of the table clash between Liverpool vs Manchester City game
In this episode we go over the Springboks' progress through the World Cup and discuss their chances of winning the final. Chuck is all in but what about Jay? Also, who of Chelsea, Arsenal, Tottenham and United are best placed to join the top two for league contention as early as next season?
In this week's episode, we commemorate the achievements of Eliud Kipchoge, CR7's scoring of 700 career goals, whether Uefa and Fifa should clamp down even further on Racism. We also look forward to this weekend's Springok game vs Japan along with Manchester United vs Liverpool!
In this latest episode we cover the recent Mapimpi and Etzebeth firestorm surrounding the Springbok camp. Was it much-a-do about nothing with the now infamous 'Bombsquad'? Should Etzebeth come home? We also scrutinise what may be ailing Tottenham and Manchester City following their losses over the weekend.
Chuck and Jay discuss the state of Arsenal and Manchester United following last night's game as well as the changes to the Springboks team for the upcoming fixture vs Italy and potential quarterfinal opponents
In this week's episode we cover the Springboks' showing vs The All Blacks, standout results from the opening matches of the Uefa Champions League and, following Man City's 8-0 result, we debate the most dominant team in recent EPL memory.
In this episode we react to the Norwich upset over Man City, Arsenal crumbling away from home once more. With the Uefa Champions League starting this week, we also delve into who we foresee as favourites and we talk up the Springboks' World Cup chances
In this episode we discuss if the EPL is already a two horse race, one of the great test matches in recent history and who's favourite for the Ashes now as well as the news concerning Aphiwe Dyantyi's A-sample that returned a positive result for an illegal substance.
Jay and Chuck discuss the handball rule and VAR's impact on football, the new cricket subs rule as seen in the latest Ashes test and what is going on with Orlando Pirates.
In this first episode we cover the weekend that was the opening round of fixtures in the EPL and give our predictions for the finishing order this season. We also cover who did smart business and who laid an egg in the transfer market. And to close off we talk the PSL and the newly crowned Rugby Championship champs - The Springboks!