The Podball Sportscast: Recent Episodes
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They read you the news on-air, but you've never heard them like this! Faisal Merican, Karami Kamel and Nicholas John, the Astro Radio News Sports Team, take an irreverent look at what’s happening in the wide world of sports.
Manchester United beat Premier League leaders Arsenal at the weekend to claim their 4th consecutive victory.The Podball gang discuss United’s resurgence, as well as other results. They also talk about the US tennis Open, and who might win it.
Man United defeated Leicester 1-0 to claim a 3rd consecutive win, and will try to end Arsenal’s winning run this weekend. Will the Red Devils pull it off?Listen in for their prediction, and the usual rubbish from the Podball gang!
Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik made history after becoming the first Malaysians to win at the Badminton World Championships.The Podball gang talk about this huge achievement, as well as EPL results including Liverpool’s “minor” 9-0 win over Bournemouth.
Manchester United defeated Liverpool 2-1 in the Premier League to claim their first win of the season. The Podball gang discuss this result, and the EPL’s other weekend matches.
This weekend, an injury-hit Liverpool will take on a Manchester United team that’s still pointless in the Premier League this season (in more ways than one, hehehe). The Podball gang discuss this match, and have another discussion about Cristiano Ronaldo.
What do Man United and Liverpool have in common? Both are still winless this season. The Podball gang talk about EPL results as well their picks for this year’s Ballon d’Or
Different day, different manager, same Man United. The Red Devils lost their EPL season opener and the Podball Gang talk about it and some of the other big matches.They also talk about the Commonwealth Games and this teen runner called Azeem.
The Podball Sportscast returns for its second season, with its usual mix of insight and banter. Karami, Faisal and Nick talk about The Community Shield and the Commonwealth Games.
The Podball Sportscast wraps up its first season with a review of the Champions League final, and we hand out our Alternative EPL Awards, including the stupidest club owner.
The EPL season is over and Man City pipped Liverpool to the title. The Podball gang talk about this and more with our special guest star Abang Botak from Astro Arena.
The EPL heads into its final weekend with Man City and Liverpool still vying for the title. Also, will Tottenham or Arsenal seal Champions League qualification? Does anyone still care about Man United? Let’s talk about it!
Liverpool are half-way through to completing a historic quadruple after beating Chelsea in the FA Cup final. Meanwhile, Tottenham almost sealed Champions League qualification, while the EPL title race continues to heat up.
Tottenham beat Arsenal 3-0 to keep their top-four hopes alive. The Podball gang also talk about mid-week EPL results, this weekend's FA Cup final, and how Malaysia did at the Thomas Cup and the SEA Games
Man City have moved ahead of Liverpool in the EPL title race with 3 matches to go. Are they the champions? The Podball gang also talk about the upcoming Champions League final and the SEA Games.
Everton are officially in the relegation zone after trying (and failing) to park the bus against Liverpool. The Podball gang also takes looks at some of the big teams who were relegated in the past. Will Everton join them?
Man United have confirmed the appointment of new manager Erik ten Hag and the Podball gang debate on whether he’s another Fergie or the next Ole.
Chelsea and Liverpool booked their places in the FA Cup final . The gang discuss both their matches, as well as the battle for the EPL’s top-four.
Man City beat Atletico Madrid in a violent Champions League quarter finals clash. The gang also talked about this weekend’s FA Cup semis, while Faisal was given a sad reminder about his age.
Leaders Manchester City drew 2-2 with Liverpool to maintain a one-point lead in the Premier League standings. Will they go all the way? The Podball gang also discuss other EPL results, including the latest episode in Manchester United’s decline.
Chelsea are close to being eliminated from the Champions League after losing 3-1 to Real Madrid in the first leg. The Podball gang also gear up for this weekend’s blockbuster EPL showdown between Manchester City and Liverpool. We can’t wait!
The Podball gang talk about Arsenal's 3-0 defeat to Crystal Palace and how it affects their top-four ambitions, and what's up with Chelsea's 4-1 loss to Brentford. They also discuss the World Cup draw and of which are the Groups of Death.
Portugal reached the World Cup, for what could be Cristiano Ronaldo's final outing in the tournament. The Podball gang also discuss the incoming Las Vegas GP, and whether it's financially viable to bring F1 back to Sepang.
Italy are out of the World Cup before it even begins. We talk about their failure to qualify, and what it means for boss, Roberto Mancini. The gang also talk about Datuk Azizulhasni Awang's retirement announcement, and the return of the Malaysian MotoGP. Which bomoh do we need to hire to get F1 back to Sepang?
Manchester City and Liverpool won their respective FA Cup matches and will face each other in the semis. The Podball gang also talk about the El Clásico, F1's season debut, MotoGP's mystical Indonesian Grand Prix and more!
Liverpool are now just one point behind EPL leaders Manchester City. Are they the new title favourites? The Podball gang also talk about football fans having to temper expectations, and Snoop Dogg's new interest in Malaysian football.
The Podball gang talk about Manchester City's 0-0 draw against Crystal Palace and what it means for their EPL title race against Liverpool. They also discuss Cristiano Ronaldo's hat-trick for Manchester United, the German Badminton Open, and gymnast Farah Ann Abdul Hadi's retirement.
The UK government slapped sanctions on Chelsea's Russian owner, Roman Abramovich, and the Podball gang discuss how this will impact the club. They also talk about PSG's latest Champions League exit and what it means for boss Mauricio Pochettino.
Another day, another Podball episode discussing Manchester United's deficiencies. This time, the gang talks about their 4-1 loss to Manchester City. They also discuss Nikita Mazepin's exit from the Haas F1 team. Who are fans going to hate now?
The Podball gang discuss Roman Abramovich selling Chelsea, his legacy and what's next for the Blues. They also talk about FA Cup 5th round results, this weekend's Manchester Derby, as well as Russia's sporting sanctions.
Liverpool defeated Chelsea in a dramatic penalty shootout to win the EFL Cup for a record ninth time. The Podball gang talk about this, as well as the weekend's Premier League matches.
The Podball guys talk about Tottenham's 1-nil Premier League defeat to Burnley, and boss Antonio Conte's state of mind. They also discuss Liverpool's 6-0 thrashing of Leeds and this weekend's Liverpool vs Chelsea EFL Cup final.
The Podball gang discusses the Malaysian men's team's victory at the Badminton Asia Team Championships. They also talk about Manchester City's shock defeat to Tottenham, and Manchester United's six-goal thriller against Leeds.
Manchester City demolished Sporting Lisbon 5-nil in the first leg of the Champions League last-16, and the Podball team wonders if this is the year they'll finally win it. They also talk about Malaysia's run in the Badminton Asia Team Championships so far.
West Ham defender Kurt Zouma found himself in a purr-fect storm of trouble over his viral cat abuse video, which caused immeasurable outrage. Of course, the Podball team discusses this, and the consequences to him and his club. Oh yeah, there were also a few EPL matches in mid-week (Matchday 24).
Manchester United crashed out of the FA Cup at the weekend, and the Podball gang talk about their performance as well as other results. They also talk about the Africa Cup of Nations final.
Ed Woodward has officially stepped down as Manchester United executive vice-chairman, and the Podball team looks back at his legacy. They also talk about Frank Lampard's appointment as Everton manager, as well as some January transfers.
Faisal, Nick and Karami discuss the latest on the ban handed to badminton stars Lee Zii Jia and Goh Jin Wei. They also talked about the sacking of Watford's Claudio Ranieri before Faisal suffered a massive burn.
Faisal, Nick and Karami talk about Lee Zii Jia's decision to quit the Badminton Association of Malaysia; what caused it and what's next for the men's singles ace.
The Novak Djokovic Aussie Open controversy is over for once and for all, and Nick and Faisal are relieved beyond words. They also talk about Everton's sacking of Rafael Benitez and the weekend's EPL results (Matchday 22).
Faisal and Nick continue to talk about the relative silence from tennis authorities over the Novak Djokovic vaccine controversy. They also pay tribute to the late, great Shebby Singh.
Faisal and Nick discuss the outcome of Novak Djokovic's appeal against his deportation from Australia. Plus, the results from the third round of the FA Cup.
Tennis world no.1 Novak Djokovic got himself in a bit of bother with Australian Immigration officials over his COVID-19 vaccine status. Faisal and Nick discuss the whole debacle and how this will affect his legacy.
The guys discuss the departure of the Malaysian football team's head coach, Tan Cheng Hoe. Karami, Nick and Faisal also discuss the EPL's weekend matches (Matchday 21) and whether Liverpool and Chelsea are already out of the title race.
Faisal, Nick and Karami talk about the latest round of EPL matches, including Manchester United’s lucky escape at Newcastle. They also discuss the age-old debate about the need for the Premier League to have a winter break.
Faisal and Karami talk about the weekend’s EPL matches (the ones that actually went ahead), and also ask if Harry Kane deserved a red card against Liverpool. Plus, Malaysia’s AFF Cup exit and our performance at the Badminton World Championships in Spain.
Several Premier League matches had to be postponed due to COVID-19 outbreaks. Faisal, Karami and Nick discuss whether the season should be suspended. Plus, the Champions League last-16 draw and Sergio Aguero’s retirement.
Max Verstappen won his first Formula 1 world title. Faisal, Nick and Karami also discuss the weekend's EPL results (Matchday 16) and the latest on the AFF Cup.
Barcelona's decline continues after they exited the Champions League. Faisal, Nick and Karami discuss this, as well as other Champions League results and Malaysia at the AFF Cup, and also preview Steven Gerrard's EPL match against Liverpool and the F1 season finale.
The gang discuss Manchester United’s first Premier League match under interim boss Ralf Rangnick, as well as Everton’s much needed win over Arsenal. They also say goodbye to a veteran badminton pairing. Plus, all the drama at the Saudi Arabian F1 Grand Prix.
Faisal, Karami and Nick discuss whether Lionel Messi was worthy of his seventh Ballon d'Or win. They also talk about the Merseyside Derby, Manchester United's win, and the possibility of the world's richest club getting relegated.
Who would have thought that a draw would be considered a "good United result"? Faisal and Nick discuss the weekend’s EPL results and the likelihood of either Italy or Portugal failing to qualify for the World Cup. They also pay tribute to F1 legend Sir Frank Williams.
Faisal, Karami and Nick talk about German coach Ralf Rangnick, who is widely expected to become Manchester United’s interim boss. They also discuss Champions League results and look at some of this weekend’s EPL matches.
It's finally happened. Manchester United have sacked Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Faisal, Nick and Karami talk about it, as well as other Premier League results and what happened at the Indonesian badminton Masters
Faisal and Karami take a look at the recent World Cup qualifiers, and the possibility of Italy or Portugal missing out on a Qatar 2022 spot. We also have a chat with someone who's been supporting Manchester United for over 40 years.
England thrashed San Marino 10-0 in their final World Cup qualifier. Faisal, Nick and Karami also look at what happened in Formula 1 and pay tribute to MotoGP’s Valentino Rossi.
Faisal has a chat with a local Everton supporter (yes, they do have a following here). The gang also discuss Steven Gerrard's appointment as Aston Villa manager.
West Ham are flying high under David Moyes and could qualify for next season's Champions League. Faisal, Nick and Karami discuss this, as well as other EPL results, Formula 1 and Lee Zii Jia's injury.
Faisal and Nick talk about Antonio Conte’s first match as Tottenham manager. They also discuss Champions League results and the upcoming Manchester EPL derby.
Nick and Faisal discuss the sacking of Tottenham boss Nuno Espirito Santo and his possible replacement. They also talk about Xavi’s rumoured return to Barcelona and the trend of clubs hiring their legends as managers.
Manchester United drove Karami to the verge of a nervous breakdown in their 5-0 loss to Liverpool in the Premier League. Chelsea put 7 past Norwich, and Real Madrid won this season's first El Clasico.
Faisal and Nicholas discuss Liverpool's vital Champions League win over Atletico Madrid, and Mohamed Salah's chances of winning the Ballon d'Or. They also preview the Manchester United vs Liverpool EPL derby and more!
Newcastle boss Steve Bruce could be heading closer to the sack. Liverpool had a big win, while Manchester United lost to Leicester. The gang also take a look at the recently-ended Thomas Cup.
Malaysia wrap up their group stage campaigns at the Thomas and Uber Cups. Cristiano Ronaldo set another record. Also, the gang talk about Leicester vs Manchester United and more of this weekend's EPL matches.
The gang discuss what happened in international football, as well as the Thomas and Uber Cups. They also talk about the Turkish F1 GP and Indian Wells Tennis Open.
The guys talk about the international break, Newcastle United’s takeover, and the appointment of Mr Dilly Ding Dilly Dong (Claudio Ranieri) at Watford.
Liverpool drew 2-2 with Manchester City at Anfield. The gang also discuss the weekend's results for Manchester United, Barcelona and Real Madrid. Plus, the Malaysian badminton team's performance at the Sudirman Cup.
Barcelona's Champions League struggle continues, Real Madrid also had a shock defeat, while Manchester United had a lucky win. Also, the gang look at how Malaysia did in the Sudirman Cup group stage.
Chelsea surrender their unbeaten status, the gang lose patience with Ole, and talk about what could have been at the Russian F1 GP.
In this episode, Faisal and Nicholas focus on EFL Cup 3rd round results and take a look at F1 rookies Mick Schumacher and Nikita Mazepin. They also pay tribute to former Malaysia and Selangor football coach, Ken Worden.
The Premier League saw wins for Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United and Arsenal, while Manchester City were firing blanks. The gang also discuss Lionel Messi's barren spell at PSG so far.
The gang talk about this week's Champions League results. They also have another discussion about the biennial World Cup, and pay tribute to retiring shuttler, Goh Jin Wei.
Cristiano Ronaldo made a winning debut for Manchester United and Arsenal posted their first win. Also, the gang look at the US Tennis Open, Italian F1 GP and this week's Champions League matches.
The gang discuss the pros and cons of holding the FIFA World Cup every two years, turmoil during the international break, a major F1 shakeup and a recap of what happened at the tail-end of the Tokyo Paralympics.
The guys discuss Ziyad Zolkefli's Paralympic disqualification and the medals Malaysia won in Tokyo. Plus, Cristiano Ronaldo's return to the English Premier League and Manchester United, while they also pay tribute to retiring F1 legend Kimi Raikkonnen, because they're sentimental old fogeys.
Football is back!!! And the guys react to some of the biggest stories in the first two weeks.
Faisal, Nicholas and Karami discuss Malaysia's second medal of Tokyo 2020 and the future of Datuk Azizulhasni Awang. Also, they're excited for the start of the Paralympics and the new EPL season!
After the second week of Tokyo 2020 (30/7 - 5/8/2021), Faisal Merican, Nicholas John and Karami Kamel discuss Malaysia's first medal of the Games, courtesy of shuttlers Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik, as well as our performances in diving, athletics and cycling.
Our hosts discuss what happened with our Malaysian athletes during the first week of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics (23/7 - 29/7/2021), the amount of backlash our athletes received on social media, as well as some discontinued Olympic events.
Ahead of Tokyo 2020, Faisal Merican takes a look at the weirder side of the Olympics, from insane cheats to just plain stupidity.
Our hosts discuss the Euro 2020 final between Italy and England, and take a quick look at Argentina's Copa America final win.
Our hosts take a look at what’s happened at the Euros so far, and what to expect in the final.