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Naija On The Ball Podcast
Naija On The Ball PodcastRotimi Daramola - Developing a voice in sports: PodcastingDeji is joined by content creator, Football Writer & host of The ‘First X Minutes Podcast’, Rotimi Daramola. He discusses how to find your own voice in sports media through podcasting as well as addressing the following: -Deciding which topic to podcast about (How Rotimi made his choice) -‘First X Minutes Podcast’ -Steps to become a podcaster (Which steps Rotimi took towards his role) -How to build a following for your podcast (Rotimi actions) -Evolving the show and keeping it fresh -Advice for those looking to enter th...
2020-10-2600 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 122: A Really Super Cup, Ozil Still Out in the Cold and UEFA's Best PlayerI can't be the only one who is surprised that Kevin de Bruyne made final shortlist of the UEFA Men's Player of the Year award. In this podcast, I predicted how the final three would be ranked and had enough time to still talk about Bayern Munich vs. Sevilla and the question every Arsenal fan is asking. Follow me on Twitter @Papi_theGreat.
2020-09-2312 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 121: Alex Iwobi's Headache and the 40-Man Squads in the Copa LibertadoresIt's all fun and joy in Everton with the new signings stamping their authority in games. But what does that mean for a player like Alex Iwobi? Is this the year AC Milan returns to Europe? With "111 more points" to go, how many can Man. City win? Join the conversation by leaving me a comment on Twitter @Papi_theGreat
2020-09-2213 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 120: Are There Any Positives From Chelsea's and Manchester United's Weekend Loss?A first loss of the season for both Chelsea and Manchester United had fans concerned in different ways. From goalkeeping issues to reinforcement headaches, fans obviously want more. While no one wants to lose, are there any positives from these games? Were they one-off losses or a glimpse of what's to come? Take a listen. And when you're done, send me a message on Twitter @Papi_theGreat? P.S: Watch out for the announcement of my #OneMinutefor100Days challenge.
2020-09-2115 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 119: Bale, the X-Factor, United's False Start and a Problem Common to the Premier League's New BoysWith all the cash splashing, is it now a must for Frank Lampard to win a trophy? There's a growing trend with the newly-promoted boys in the Premier League. Have you spotted it? In this Saturday Night Football Show, I spoke to Ayodele Kehinde, aka Billy (@sirkenayo_hrm on Twitter) about these and more. And yes, we had enough time to preview the goals galore that Saturday had to offer. Say hey on Twitter @Papi_theGreat
2020-09-2029 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 118: The Premier League's Twin Game-changers and Why It Is Not Better Than Europe's BestAs the stars make their way from other leagues to the Premier League, the noise about the league being the best has been gaining volume. While it's easy to see that the reverse is the case, fans seem stuck on their belief. Baffling, right? In this episode, I try to make a case for other leagues and also argue against fans unworthy enough to crown the Premier League as Europe's best. Follow me on Twitter @Papi_theGreat
2020-09-1719 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 117: Premier League After Round 1: "It's Too Early to..."We're all guilty of jumping into one conclusion or the other after the resumption of Premier League football. Blame it on the excitement. In this podcast however, I've highlighted some things to water down, with a gentle reminder that we're in for a marathon, not a spring. Follow me on Twitter @Papi_theGreat
2020-09-1613 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 116: 9 Red Cards in 10 Games: Ligue 1's Imperfect Marketing CampaignFrom boasting the best midfielders in the world, to having Neymar, a lot of niceties have been used to market the French Ligue 1. But nothing prepared me for the baptism of red cards that the league has introduced a new fan like me to, in just three weeks. Overwhelming? Yes. Reckless? Seems so. A trend to continue throughout the season? Share your thoughts with me on Twitter @Papi_theGreat
2020-09-1413 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 115: 3 Reasons Why You Should Bother About La Liga This SeasonAnother La Liga sesson is upon us but the fanfare is not the same. Fans, as expected, may be willing be give the bulk of their attention to other leagues, rather than Spain's premier club football league. But it's not all doom and gloom in a league that has youngsters ripe set to bloom. Follow me on Twitter @Papi_theGreat
2020-09-1111 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 114: Overrated Henderson, Quiet Firmino and the Mane of an African LionThe football writers claimed he was the best player of the season. But the jury is still out on whether Jordan Henderson was even Liverpool's best player of the season. In this podcast episode, Peter joins me to discuss what to expect from Liverpool, positions that need reinforcement in the team and yes, Lionel Messi's power play. Say hello on Twitter @Papi_theGreat P.S: Spoiler Alert: We couldn't settle for Liverpool's best player. But three players made the shortlist. Click the link and let me know which one of them you feel...
2020-09-1056 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 113: 100 International Goals: Another Reason Why Football Has No G.O.A.T.When Ronaldo scored his 100th international goal, the fans shook off the dust and picked off the GOAT debate from where they left it. But in truth, all that noise-making has become increasingly unnecessary, considering how football's various eras means football really has no G.O.A.T.
2020-09-1010 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 112: Which Team Should Win the Premier League TitleA new winner or one of the usual suspects: Who should win the 2020/2021 Premier League season? Which team is more likely to win the PL title?
2020-09-0812 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 111: Equal Pay for Brazil's and England's Women: Will the Clubs and Brands Follow Suit Now?The mracle news that broke out this week, about Brazil's equal pay in football, has raised hopes and even more questions. What next from here? Why is the gap so glaring? Will global brands start offering equal pay too? Is all this an argument dead on arrival? I'd love to hear from you. Send me your thoughts on Twitter @Papi_theGreat
2020-09-0415 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 110: A Club Too Big for Barkley, How to Deal With Kepa and What Frankie's New Season Targets Should BeYou'd think picking the best Chelsea player of the season would be easy. But for these two Chelsea fans, Latifat and Juliet, it was two different players. We also talked about Frank Lampard so much, including his managerial tactics and what his new season targets should be. Say hey on Twitter @Papi_theGreat Time Stamp 00:00 - 03:20 - Introduction 03:20 - 07:25 - Rating Chelsea's 2019/2020 Football Season and Frank Lampard's First Full Season 07:25 - 11:45 - Chelsea's Best Player of the Season 11:45 - 14:35 - Another Introduction and Willian Accolades 14:35 - 20:05 - Chelsea's Most Underwheming Players 20:05 - 33:20...
2020-09-0257 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 109: International Football Season: Isolation Questions and a World Cup Final ReplayThe new month ushers football fans into a season of football. Premier League, German Bundesliga and La Liga are set to resume this September. But before fans can enjoy these leagues, the first international break of the year is here. While it features mouth-watering games, there are also key questions to consider, amidst the pandemic. Don't forget to leave a review when you're done listening and tell your friends about the podcast.😊
2020-09-0114 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 108: A Messi Situation Fans Are Getting Tired OfIt's enough news that Lionel Messi wants to leave Barcelona. But in truth, the reporters are not making things any easier for the fans. The rumors, mixed with the head-on collision of the titans involved makes this one a football transfer for the ages. Say hey on Twitter @Papi_theGreat
2020-08-3111 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 107: How Do You Solve a Dilemma Like Gareth Bale?A season without winning the UEFA Champions League at Madrid is almost always termed a failure. But Zinedine Zidane won the La Liga this season. So, how do fans rate their 2019/2020 football season? In this episode of the podcast, I speak to Deji Faremi about Hazard, Madrid's best and worst of the season and the Bale Dilemma Time Stamp 00:00 - 03:45 - Introduction 03:45 - 06:10 - How Would You Rate Real Madrid's 19/20 Football Season? 06:10 - 13:00 - Hazard's First Season at Real Madrid: Did he Perform Below Expectations? 13:00 - 17:35 - Madrid's Ageing Midfield Trio 17:35 - 27:30 - How...
2020-08-2852 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 106: Ligue 1 101: Romantic Football, The Right Pronunciations and How to Keep Up With the French JonesesThe so-called "Farmers' League" managed to produced two Champions League semi-finalist. A league that has been berated for so many things, including "low-quality football," and a "one-way-traffic league," the spotlight is shining bright. With more people wanting to know more about the brand, I spoke to the biggest fans of the league I know, @PowerfulFJ and @Cerebrone about everything French Football. Want to know what we spoke about? Listen to this episode of the podcast. And when you're done, leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Say hey on Twitter, @Papi_theGreat.
2020-08-1754 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 105: 3 Questions: Why is Ozil Still Out in the Cold? + How Do You Pronounce Saka? Arteta Accolades?Arsenal finished the 2019/2020 Premier League season with a trophy - the FA Cup. In this episode of the podcast, two lovely Arsenal fans (@iamfaithfulness and @_idarahh) join me to answer some questions still hovering over this side. We also take time to discuss potentials, new arrivals and the ones who need to exit the team for its improvement. Say hey on Twitter @Papi_theGreat Time Stamp 00:00 - 05:00 - Introduction 05:00 - 08:10 - Who Is Your Arsenal Player of the Season? 08:10 - 12:00 - And the Worst Arsenal Player of the 19/20 Premier League Season 12:00 - 16:30...
2020-08-0938 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 104: Africa's Mixed Response to Digital Media, Social Media Optimization and A Jersey Signed by the Juventus SquadWhat lessons are there to learn from a man who works with over 50 football clubs, helping them with their digital media strategy? In this episode of the podcast, I'm joined by Mario Leo, Founder and General Manager of RESULT Sport and Digital Sports Africa. We talked about the importance of football clubs being active on social media, and the beauty of data in football. Mario also shared his experience working with brands like AS Roma, Manchester City, Juventus and Borussia Dortmund. Follow me and say hello on Twitter @Papi_theGreat Time...
2020-07-281h 0390 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 103: "I will be in trouble if I speak," A Strange Champions League Looming and Two Strange Handball Calls by VAROn this episode of the podcast, @Olaeben joins me to analyze the UEFA Champions League draw. We also touch on Cristiano Ronaldo's goals that rattled Juventus' history books. In the second half of the podcast, we discuss the strange handball calls by VAR and IFAB's new laws that should help fans understand the game better. Say hey on Twitter @Papi_theGreat
2020-07-1534 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 102: The Hot Team Still Stuck in Fifth, A Lack of Blue Defenders and UCL PredictionsWhere did the "Chelsea fans are Agberos" narrative come from? Why is there so much noise about Bruno Fernandes? Is this Bayern Munich's year in the Champions League? In this episode of the podcast, @SirKenayo_hrm and @Oli_Ekun join me to talk about Zouma, PSG, a Burnley equalizer and much more. It's the most unserious edition of the podcast till date. Say hey on Twitter @Papi_theGreat Time Stamp 00:00 - 03:15: Introduction 03:15 - 06:15: Football Clubs and Their Various Fanbases 06:15 - 10:55: The Hot Team That's Still Stuck in Fifth and The Top Four...
2020-07-1442 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 101: The Chaos of Youth Football, Guardiola's Replacement and the Football Book Every Fan Should ReadIn this episode of the podcast, Adegun Shola (@Adegun_JO) shares his experience with the "chaotic" aspect of football. He also has a thing or two to share as regards football business in this world of pandemic and the one football book you should read. Follow me on Twitter @Papi_theGreat. Time Stamp 00:00 - 02:45 - Introduction 02:45 - 06:15 - The Chaotic Game of Youth Football 06:15 - 13:45 - The Primary Job a Young Player's Coach 13:45 - 18:45 - The Fluency of a Football Manager: An Added Advantage or Critically Important? 18:45 - 24:50 - The Wicked Problem of Football...
2020-07-1049 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 100: Manchester United Are Now Competing for 3 Trophies. The Question is: Which One(s) Will They Win?Unbeaten Run United. Invincible in the Premier League United. Manchester United Reloaded, others have called them. Ole's men are banging in the goals... And are now gunning for three trophies. I discuss those three trophies and ask which one(s) they're more likely to win. Take a listen and holla at me on Twitter @Papi_theGreat when you're done.
2020-07-0515 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 99: Analyzing the Race for Europe: Leicester's Weakness is Manchester United's StrengthTake a quick glance at the Premier League table. Can you see how far Man. Utd have come? Can you compare their consistency to Leicester's inconsistency? That's one reason why I think the Red Devils will be replacing the Foxes after MatchDay 38. Listen to this episode of the podcast to hear my point of view. Follow me on Twitter @Papi_theGreat
2020-07-0213 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 98: English Championship Football Returns: 3 Races and 3 Stand-Out Players to Look Out forIn this episode of the podcast, Chris Bland (@blandc_1996) takes us through how squad depth will make the difference in the La Liga difference. He also gives a comprehensive analysis of the drama in the English Championship, including a break down of the title race, the play-off race and the race to avoid relegation. Take a listen. And when you're done, I'd love to hear from you. Say hey on Twitter @Papi_theGreat Time Stamp 00:00 - 04:40: Chris Bland, the Sunderland Fan 04:40 - 08:10: Analyzing the Goals in the La Liga 08:10 - 14:25: Comparing the Front-Runners for...
2020-06-1747 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 97: 5 Key Lessons From a Journey to the BBC, an Unfair G.O.A.T Debate and the One Thing You Must Do As a JournalistIn this episode of the podcast, Debola Adebanjo (@debolaadebanjo_) shares the story of her journey to the B.B.C and also touches on the G.O.A.T debate in football. She also had one key advise for all journalists. Take a listen. And when you're done, I'd love to hear from you. Say hey on Twitter @Papi_theGreat Time Stamp 00:00 - 08:30: Debola Adebanjo, the Arsenal Fan 08:30 - 16:35: What Makes a Great Football Player? 16:35 - 20:20: The Unforgettable Game 20:20 - 30:45: The Unfair G.O.A.T Debate 30:45 - 48:30: The Backstory and its Lessons (feat...
2020-06-151h 1290 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 96: What to Do With the Powerful Return of Club Football's 3 MusketeersIn the Spanish La Liga, a game will be played everyday, for two weeks straight. The Premier League and the Serie A will also see non-stop action. What does this mean for you? A lot of work, if we're to consider the 3 musketeers who are making a return alongside club football. Follow me on Twitter @Papi_theGreat
2020-06-1113 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 95: The Flipside of Club Football's Full Return: Can Fans Avoid Information Overload?When the Premier League, Spanish La Liga and the Italian Serie A resume this month, there'll be more than enough to enjoy on T.V., and also deal with on social media. From the stats, to.the tweets, the news and the images/videos, it may be too much for some. What can we do about it? Listen to this episode to hear my opinion and suggestion. I'm open to a counter-opinion. Feel free to tweet them at me on Twitter @Papi_theGreat.
2020-06-0711 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 94: The 3 Perspectives for Understanding Football, Rohr-NFF Tiki-Taka, Malfunctioning Ex-Players and San Siro's IconsIt's a back-and-forth ride in this episode of the podcast as Kolawole Babatunde (@iamkoolkola) and Oluwajoba Ogunwale (@Olumcjobson) join me to discuss the past and present of football. Follow me on Twitter @Papi_theGreat Time Stamp 00:00 - 06:00 - Introduction 06:00 - 17:00 - The Difference Between a Local-Based Manager and a Foreign-Based Manager 17:00 - 25:15 - The Impossible Dream in France 25:15 - 36:00 - The Football Comments Section, featuring Ashley Cole and Bacary Sagna 36:00 - 42:00 - The Mystery of Football Documentaries and False Accusations 42:00 - 49:30 - Is There Really A G.O.A.T in...
2020-05-301h 0190 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 93: The Joys and Sorrows of Grassroots Football + 3 Essential Management Skills You Need to SurviveIn this episode of the podcast, Paschal (@TurfSeason) joins me to discuss the beauty of grassroots football, its challenges and the three essential management skills needed to survive. Say hey on Twitter @Papi_theGreat Time Stamp 00:00 - 03:00: Introduction 03:00 - 08:55: Why is Grassroots Football Not so Appealing? 08:55 - 14:00: How Grassroots Talent is Identified? 14:00 - 20:15: How Are Players Profiled? 20:15 - 22:45: Age Scandal in Nigeria 22:45 - 26:15: The Process of Choosing an Agent as a Football Player 26:15 - 32:00: Life Beyond Grassroots Football 32:00 - 36:45...
2020-05-2740 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 92: 3 Benefits of a Four-Year AFCON Tournament, Bundesliga's Social Media Geniuses and the Legendary Five-A-Side SquadsHow can AFCON attract greater numbers in terms of audience and revenue? Have you noticed the awesomeness of the social media teams of Bundesliga teams? In this episode, Bisola (@hawt_red) and Kemi (@TheKemi_Y) join me to discuss all of that while also having their say on the Gerrard - Totti - Lampard comparison. Surprised? Click the 'Listen' button to enjoy our conversation. Follow me on Twitter @papi_thegreat. Time Stamp 00:00 - 07:20 - Introduction 07:20 - 15:30 - Reasons Why AFCON Should Become a Four-Year Tournament 15:30 - 27:30...
2020-05-2057 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 91: Celebrating 30 Years of Nigerian Club Football and Clarifying the 'Local Player' Argument@RayToluAyo and @faksis join me in this episode of the podcast to discuss club football in Nigeria while putting to bed some arguments about AFCON, and the definition of local. Follow me on Twitter @papi_thegreat. Time Stamp 00:00 - 04:45 - Introduction 04:45 - 12:25 - Celebrating 30 Years of Nigerian Club Football 12:25 - 18:05 - Foreign-based Stars Versus Home-based Stars 18:05 - 23:35 - Inferiority Complex and Clarifying the 'Local Player' Argument 23:35 - 31:15 - AFCON: Two-Year Tourney or Four-Year Competition? 31:15 - 38:15 - German Bundesliga Talk 38:15 - 43:00...
2020-05-1848 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 90: How to Show Respect in Football, Another G.O.A.T Debate + the Merits and Demerits of Increased Player SubstitutionDribbling in football is closely related to disrespect in football. However, is there a line between both? With football games set to witness an increase in substitutions, who's win is it? And how difficult is it to rank five of the greatest footballers ever? Find out in this episode of the podcast in which I featured @Olaeben and @Euphoria_Sticks. Don't forget to leave a review wherever you're listening to this podcast.
2020-05-1258 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 89: Football's Journey From the 90's and Settling the Argument of Equal Pay in FootballThere's usually a lot of talk about football between 2010 to 2019. And because of this, a lot of the history between 1990 and 2009 gets missing. In this episode of the podcast, @TheGamePundit and @Alukstea join me on the trip down memory lane. Of course, it's not all nostalgia on this episode of the podcast as we also touch on Liverpool, the Manchester derby that featured seven goals and the 'Equal Pay' debate in football. I'd appreciate it if you said hey  to me on Twitter @Papi_theGreat
2020-05-111h 1090 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 88: 5 Things You Missed From the First K League Game of the SeasonIt was a beauty to behold. Seeing live football for the first time in a long time was refreshing, just like the rain that fell towards the end of the game between Jeonbuk and Suwon Bluewings. It was the perfect league opener - although the scoreline wasn't as exciting as some expected. Did you miss it? Here are five things you may have missed from that game. Follow me on Twitter @papi_thegreat. 🙂
2020-05-0810 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 87: German Bundesliga Returns: Dear Angela Merkel, Where Would You Like Your Statue?The good news of the German Bundesliga resuming this week broke this week. And everyone is excited about it, even those who rarely watched it and also Internet Service Providers. With Germany serving as a model, is football about to win, again? Follow me on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-05-0710 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 86: Discussing Finidi George as a Nigerian National Team CoachTimi Okuselu (@timiokuselu) joins me on this episode of the podcast to discuss the stark difference between being a football player and a football coach. We also find time to reminisce about mind-blowing UEFA Champions League goals. Follow me on Twitter @papi_thegreat. Time Stamp 00:00 - 04:30: Introduction 04:30 - 10:00: The Political Brouhaha Surrounding Newcastle 10:00 - 15:45: The Future of Buying and Selling in Football 16:15 - 21:40: The Difference Between Playing Football and Managing Football Players 22:10 - 30:30: Practicalble Steps for NPFL Brands to Create Engaging Content 30:30 - End : UCL...
2020-05-0336 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 85: The Mystery of Extra Time in Football and Newcastle's Fight for the Top FourWith a transformation of the Toon Army, are the Gunners the most likely to fall further down the pecking order? Why do some teams thrive after 90 minutes and others fall apart? Gabi (@Gabi_Pass) joins me on this episode of the podcast to discuss all of these and more. Follow me on Twitter @Papi_theGreat Time Stamp 00:00 - 03:00: Intro 03:00 - 09:20: The Mystery of Extra-Time in Football 09:20 - 11:50: Factors That Influenced Zidane's Phenomenal UCL Three-peat 11:50 - 18:20: Newcastle and the Fight for the PL's Top Four 18:20 - 23:40: The Two Types of Buy-outs in Football 25:50 - 29:00: Why...
2020-04-3032 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 84: The Premier League's Royal Rumble, UEFA's 'Sporting Merit' Explained and the Arguments About NPFL ContentWhat are the factors that determine the preference of a player for individual awards? With a new world order in the works, what does the future hold for football fans? And, what in God's name does a 'Sporting Merit' mean? Olumuyiwa (@footiematics), Tosin (@powerfulFJ) and Victor (@victormcepha) join me on this podcast episode to answer all those questions and more. Say hey to me on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-04-281h 0690 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 83: Football's Background Heroes and The Question That Was Left UnansweredIn this episode, Gbemisola (@itsmisola) and Maryam (@maryamlasisi) join me on the podcast to compare their football heroes, Didier Drogba and Thierry Henry. Say hey on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-04-2427 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 82: How COVID19 Will Promote More Youth Footballers and the Prophecy of the DecadeWhen the world is done with the COVID19 virus, it is largely expected that a new world order will be ushered in. And football is not exempted. In this podcast, Opeyemi (@TheHilariousOpe) shares his thoughts on what the virus will do to the future of football. He also emphasizes a key question that most Nigerian football fans must have asked and how NPFL clubs are losing their power of influence daily. Follow me on Twitter @papi_thegreat :)
2020-04-2240 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 81: A Story of Getafe's Thugs, Valencia's Bitter Rivals and the Cheque-book Manager DebateYou know about the El Clasico and the Catalan derby, right? But have you heard of La Liga's three-way rivalry? In this episode of the podcast @Cerebrone shares tales about one of La Liga's little-known rivalries. The podcast episode also features Harry Kane, the two types of football fans and a bit about the history of football.  Follow me on Twitter @papi_thegreat Timeline 00:00 - 02:40: The Intro and the Denial 02:40 - 35:00: The Rivalry Explained 35:00 - 41:30: The Cheque-book Manager Debate 41:30 - 1:00:00: Harry Kane and the Lazy Managers
2020-04-201h 0790 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 80: Ranking the Top 3 Managers of the 2000-2010 Era + the Decline of Defensive FootballThere's only space for three as the best managers of the first decade of the 21st century. Ayodele Sagoe (@ayodelesagoe) joins me to discuss the disappearance of defending as an art in the game. He also picks the best three managers of the '00 - '10 era.  Follow me on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-04-1827 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 79: German Football's Unfair Advantage, Studying Julian Nagelsmann And All the Things Wrong With Nigerian FootballIn this podcast episode, Peter Akinnusi (@ngbede) joins me to analyze the enigma that is German football. We also discuss Julian Nagelsmann, the manager who has troubled the waters in the German Bundesliga - and by extension, the UEFA Champions League. With Nigerian football spending more time in the spotlight lately, we also touch on all the things wrong with football in Africa's most populous country. Follow me on Twitter (@papi_thegreat) Podcast timeline 00:00 - 03:40: Introduction 03:40 - 12:50: German Football's Unfair Advantage 12:50 - 25:00: Studying Julian Nagelsmann 25:00 - End...
2020-04-1643 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 78: The Gradual Death of NPFL Clubs on Social Media and UEFA's 5 Levels of Coaching ExplainedIs the inactivity of NPFL clubs on social media one of the reasons why the followership of the league hasn't grown so much? Why exactly does Barcelona want Neymar this badly? Deji Oseni (@DejiOseni1) shares his view on these topics in this podcast. As an FA Level 2 football coach, he also shares insider knowledge on the different stages of being a UEFA Licensed coach. Please leave a rating for the podcast and also say hey on Twitter (@Papi_theGreat) so I can follow you.
2020-04-1034 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 77: Being a Football Fan: How Technology, Peace of Mind and Betting is Changing the GameDo you remember Nigeria's exploits at Holland 2005? Remember that final game against Argentina? Gbemisola (@itsmisola) joins me on this episode to reminisce about that unforgettable tournament. We also discuss the factors that are giving a new meaning to being a football fan. Follow me on Twitter (@papi_thegreat)
2020-04-0827 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 76: Tales of a Struggling System and the Only Good Thing About the Absence of Live GamesWhat else do you do when the boredom tries to creep in? You feature a sport journalist and learn a thing or two from them! In this episode, Mary (@mzmary_cathryn) joins me to discuss what every football fan should be doing during this unfortunate football break. We also find a way to discuss Nigeria's struggling system and how it can be fixed. Follow me on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-04-0627 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 75: The Enemy Called Liverpool and Why Troost-Ekong is Becoming Too Big to Ignore!Which manager is the only one better than Jose Mourinho? Would you rather have Karim Benzema or Oliver Giroud in your team? The Stretford Pundit (@dezreport) and Olajire (@olajiire_) both join me to answer these questions. We also talk about why the world should be paying more attention to Nigeria's super defender, William Troost-Ekong.  Follow me on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-03-3031 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 74: Pogba Should Stay at United + the Plagues of Female Football in NigeriaIn this episode, Mosimiloluwa joins me to talk about her love for football, her journey as a goalkeeper and the essence of grassroot football. Follow her on Twitter @oluwagbotemiiii.
2020-03-2925 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 73: The Greatest African to Play in Russia + Tips on How to Interview the UEFA PresidentIn this episode, Alexey Yaroshevsky shares a Journalism Masterclass on how to interview the UEFA President. He also goes on to discuss who he thinks is the greatest African to play football in the Russian Premier League. Keep up with his content on Twitter @yarolfc. Say hey to my co-host and I on Twitter @powerfulfj and @papi_thegreat
2020-03-261h 0390 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 72: COVID19: March Madness Has Turned to March Silence + the Prophets of English FootballIt's not the best of times to be alive as a sport fan. Precautionary measures to stop the spread of the COVID19 virus has brought a short break to events in the world of sports. Fans have settled for other activities like arguments, watching replays of old games and then there's the #GoalChain making the rounds. The midst of all this, I'm asking whether the reseumption date set by football authorities is a visible one. Tweet at me @papi_thegreat
2020-03-1810 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 71: Gremio vs. Internacional: The Copa Libertadores Game That Saw Eight Players Sent Off!The first Porto Algre derby between Gremio and Internacional (both Brazilian sides) ended with more red cards than goals. The Copa Libertadores, once again, lived up to expectations. Say hello to me on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-03-1310 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 70: If You Were Jose Mourinho, You'd be in (a Much Bigger) Trouble Too!A long injury list is every football manager's nightmare. For Jose Mourinho, it's the latest bend in his journey as a football manager. With the RB Leipzig loss his sixth in a row, everyone is talking about how much of a fraud he is. If you're on this bandwagon, how about a rethink? Say hey to me on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-03-1111 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 69: Africa's Plastic Club, Nigerians in the North & Other African Football ConversationsNorth Africa easily boasts the best club sides on the continent. This, for the umpteenth time, has been made evident in the CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup. In this episode, @LoftiWada and @powerfulfj discuss Esperance, Zamalek, Pyramids and the gulf in class between the North and the rest of Africa, not forgetting Horoya and Enyimba. Send me your reactions on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-03-101h 2190 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 68: Manchester Derby vs. Derby d'Italia: 4 Similarities, and the Only DifferenceSuper Sunday featured two heavyweight clashes, one in the Premier League and the other in the Serie A. In this podcast, I share what these two games had in common and the only difference between both games between eternal rivals. Say hey on Twitter @papi_thegreat.
2020-03-0910 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 67: "I'll Rate Solksjaer a 6 Out of 10." (feat. @ay_miles)Recorded just a few minutes before the Manchester derby, @ay_miles joins the podcast to bare his mind on his favorite club and which team he thinks will go all the way in the FA Cup. Take 10 seconds to say "Hey Papi!" on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-03-0917 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 66: Asides Messi & Ter Stegen, How Many Barca Players Can Make the Starting XI of Bayern Munich, Liverpool and Man. City?The El Clasico loss was not entirely damaging for Barcelona. They're just one point off the summit of the La Liga table and can easily usurp an unstable Real Madrid side. However, the second 45 of their encounter at the Santiago Bernabeu left a whole lot to be desired, in addition to the many questions it raised. Is this the point where Barcelona makes the transition from on era into another? Send me your reactions on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-03-0512 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 65: Mourinho's First Priority, the NPFL Curse and Why Haaland Must Wait. (feat. @molatsportgist)In this episode, Monsurah joins me to talk about what Tottenham must do to qualify for the UCL quarter-final. She also shares her opinion on what's wrong with the Nigerian Professional Football League and gives her verdict on Haaland. Tweet at me and say hey on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-02-2920 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 64: "Arsenal Can Qualify for the Europa League Final Again." (feat. @Quadibaba)As the Europa League gets busier, my guest and I take a look at a new-look Arsenal side, what lies ahead for Mikel Arteta and also touch on the weekend's El Clasico game. Follow me on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-02-2714 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 63: Regardless of Their Arsenal Loss, Everton Are Doing Really WellEverton face a baptism of fire in March. In the third month of the year, they will face Chelsea, Liverpol and Manchester United. The days ahead look gloom. However, having lost only two of their last 10 Premier League games, Everton can use their recent history to boost their morale going into March. Send me your reactions on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-02-2412 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 62: Everybody is Talking About the Least Surprising Champions League ResultFrom @bbcsport to @goal_my, @heraldNGNews and si_soccer, Atalanta took over the Twitter timeline of a majority of people and organizations after their Master-class performance against Valencia in the Champions League. In this episode, I discussed some of these tweets. Send me your reactions on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-02-2012 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 61: "Man. City Ban Will Reveal Whether Guardiola is a Fraud or a Genius." (feat. Ademola Kadiri)This podcast episode features Ademola Kariri, a Chelsea fan who absolutely hates Liverpool. Together, we discuss Chelsea's weird transfer market business, the league title races in the Serie A and the La Liga and of course, the Manchester City ban, not forgetting Chelsea's crunch UCL tie against Bayern Munich. Follow him on Twitter @ademolakadiri. Tweet me with your comments and reactions @papi_thegreat
2020-02-1723 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 60: "No Light at the End of The Tunnel for This Current Man. United Side." (feat. @DantePasusu)Man. United's decision to bring Odion Ighalo in must have been celebrated by most Nigerians. However, some United are not carried away by the jamboree surrounding a player who no one knows when last he kicked a football. In this podcast, I speak to a Man. Utd fan who thinks Ed Woodward is egoistic and is driving Manchester United to doom. Share your thoughts with me on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-02-1320 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 59: A Spectacular Milan Derby: The Perfect Advertorial for Italian FootballNo one saw it coming: That AC Milan would put up quite a first-half show and Inter Milan would resurrect from the dead in the second. Inter Milan's quest to conquer Italian football is forcing them to outdo themselves, and by extension, sell Italian football like has never been done before. Send me your reactions on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-02-1113 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 58: Women's Football: "Equal Pay Will Only Come After Better Treatment." (feat. Afrolucy)In this podcast episode, AfroLucy joins me to talk about the 32-team expansion in the Women's World Cup, equal pay and the 'real' G.O.A.T, Martha. Follow her on Twitter @ Afrolucy. Share your thoughts with me on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-02-0724 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 57: Guardiola is a Lot of Things. Being a Fraud is Not One of Them.After losing his last two high profile games, the critics have turned on Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, describing him with all kinds of words. However, Guardiola is just another manager suffering from his past successes. Hit me up on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-02-0414 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 56: "Barcelona Collapse is Inevitable When Lionel Messi Leaves." (feat. Ayoola Kelechi)From Barcelona's new manager to the Copa del Rey quarter-final draws, the Madrid and a player comparison, football fan, Ayoola Kelechi, joins me on this episode of the podcast to talk every thing Spanish club football. His heart thinks Barcelona will win this year's Spanish La Liga title and we both agreed the Madrid derby will end up being a boring game. You can follow us and send us your reactions on Twitter @papi_thegreat and @ayoola_kelechi
2020-02-0118 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 55: 4 Things Are Still Fundamentally Wrong With Manchester CityThr Citizens are a lomg way from being the Centurions they used to be. What used to be cracks in the aide back then have become glaring holes that need to be plugged, if they can ever be plugged. Send me a message on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-01-3013 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 54: Will Andre Gomes Ever Return to Playing at His Best?Good news is, Andre Gomes is back from his injury lay-off. Bad news is, there are many complications that come with recovery from such a horrific injury. And the same dilemma lies before Everton, Carlo Ancelotti and the player himself, Andre Gomes. Send me your reactions on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-01-2910 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 53: Is Harry Maguire Captaincy Bad Luck for Manchester United?The Red Devils can't seem to keep a low profile these days, for all the odd reasons, of course. Manchester United fans are worried while the management backs a manager who chose a newbie (Harry Maguire) to be captain of the side. Trying times birth difficult questions, one of which is the topic of this podcast episode.  Will you like to feature on this podcast to talk football? Send me a message on Twitter @papi_thegreat and let's talk!
2020-01-2411 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 52: "Getting a New Striker Should be No. 1 Priority for Chelsea" (feat. Nnamdi)Chelsea's 2-2 draw in the London derby represented a lot of things for the Blues. In this podcast episode, Nnamdi Juugo shares his view about his beloved club, what Chelsea must do to finish in the top four and how the Kepa situation can be solved. Send me your reactions on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-01-2332 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 51: " Frank Lampard Should Take Responsibility!" (featuring Babajide James)Despite bossing the game, Chelsea still managed to drop points in the London derby, a result which has enraged fans. In this podcast episode, @babajidejames discusses Lampard, the derby and the way forward. Send ne your reactions on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-01-2227 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 50: Antonio Conte: A Great Manager, A Master SalesmanJust days after adding Ashley Young to his squad, Antonio Conte is now after Victor Moses. It's a romance story featuring a manager who loves rejects and players who most have written off. This podcast episode is about a manager who must also be a fantastic salesman. Send me your reactions on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-01-2111 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 49: "Manchester United is Promising but Clueless." (feat. Eddy Okaro)Featuring a Manchester United fan, this podcast episode features Eddy Okaro who discusses his beloved Red Devils, describes the current state of Man. Utd and also talks about The Clueless One, Ole Gunnar Solksjaer. Send us a message on Twitter @papi_thegreat and @kingarinze
2020-01-2019 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp: 48: 3 Things We Now Know Better About Hattrick Hero, Erling HaalandErling Haaland who spent most of 2019 scoring hattricks has resumed duty this year. His 20-minute hattrick for Borussia Dortmund is a testament to either the Norwegian's adaptive skills or his talent, or both. Is there anything new to know about him? Send me your reaction on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-01-1910 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 47: Which Player Is (Was) Better: Will There Ever be Factual Answers?Some say Harry Kane is better than Sergio Aguero. Others have risked the wrath of Arsenal faithfuls by saying Kevin de Bruyne is a better midfield maestro than Cesc Fabregas was. Let's not even mention the Eden Hazard v. Neymar debate. Player comparisons have become the order of the day. However, will there ever be factual, everyone-agrees answers to these debates? Tweet at me @papi_great
2020-01-1612 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 46: Ernesto Valverde's Sacking Will Not Change Anything!With Ernesto Valverde now gone, all eyes will turn to Barcelona as the new manager, Quique Setién takes over. However, this move is one of the most useless ever this season, for obvious reasons. Inheriting the same team, fans shouldn't expect anything new. I'd love to hear from you. Send me your comments on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2020-01-1414 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 45: Dear Santa, Here's One of My (Many) Christmas WishesIt's the season to be jolly. It's also a season of checking lists twice and making special requests to the white-bearded legend. Send me your reaction on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2019-12-1508 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 44: 5 UCL R16 Games Fans Would Love to SeeOne more business before the first half of the 19/20 Champions League season is done with: the Round of 16 draws. In this episode, I discuss potential clashes, especially the ones that will leave fans talking for days after. Which pairings are you hoping for? Send me your comments (also follow me) on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2019-12-1411 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 43: This Liverpool Side is What Manchester City Used to BeLiverpool are unbeaten in 15 Premier League games, with a massive statement win against Everton in the Merseyside derby. They now look destined to win their first Premier League title. And all these is down to doing what Manchester City did just a few months ago. Send me your comments on Twitter @papi_thegreat.
2019-12-0511 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 42: The Ballon d'Or Noise featuring Why Mahrez Ranks Above SterlingAnother Ballon d'Or award and more noise about who should have won it and more noise about why who won it shouldn't have won it. These individual awards are increasingly confusing. And this is because no one knows how the end product (the list) is created. Do you? Follow me on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2019-12-0312 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 41: Has Battle for the Premier League Title Become a Four-Horse Race?Sandwiched in between Liverpool and Manchester City on the table are Leicester City and Chelsea. Can these two teams pull off a surprise this season? Send me your comments on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2019-11-1310 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 40: Chelsea 4 - Ajax 4: Chelsea Win or Ajax Loss?Another round of Champions League games leaves us with more-than-enough talking points as we look ahead to the massive clash between Liverpool and Manchester City. Share your comments with me on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2019-11-0712 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 39: Dear UEFA, Why Not a €750,000 Ban? + Barcelona's Major TroubleGerard Pique has revealed just what Barcelona players were willing to do to have Neymar back in the squad. However, does this reveal an underlying problem the Catalan giants are battling with? Share your thoughts with me on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2019-10-3111 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 38: 100 Premier League Games After VAR: Success or Failure? feat. @powerfulfj and @lazy_prWith the introduction of Virtual Assistant Referees to the Premier League, VAR has spent even more time in the spotlight. There's been so much complaints about it, how it works and how much confusion it is causing. After being used in 100 PL games, I ask Tosin Adesina (@powerfulfj) and Tosin Adeyemi (@lazy_pr) to rate the VAR so far. Send me your reactions on Twitter @papi_thegreat 😊
2019-10-2912 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 37: What Exactly Does Unai Emery Want?Arsenal fans are enduring Unai Emery's reign, instead of enjoying it. From several complaints to Arsenal's lacklustre performances and then Mesut Ozil, it's been one hell of a ride. No one seems to know what Emery wants. So I thought to discuss Emery with my friend who is also an Arsenal fan, Babatunde Kolawole (@iamkoolkola). Share your thoughts with me on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2019-10-2611 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 36: Who Needs an Expanded Format of the FIFA Club World Cup? + UCL Group Stage ReviewChina will play host to the new format of the FIFA Club World Cup. However, why the expansion from seven to 24 teams? Now that we're done with the first half of the UCL group stages, who are the winners and losers so far? Send me a message on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2019-10-2416 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 35: Oct. 27 or Nov. 3: When Exactly Will the NPFL Kick Off?With no official date released yet, opening fixtures for the 2019/2020 NPFL season has been released. Different sources (some official) sharing different kick-off dates has left fans all the more confused. Send me a message on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2019-10-1514 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 34: Has Tammy Abraham Made the Right Decision? + You Can Only Pick One PlayerTammy Abraham has finally featured for the England national team. That's bye-bye to Nigerian football and the debate. Now that the back-and-forth is over, it's time to analyze Tammy's decision: With Harry Kane and Marcus Rashford to contend with for a starting place, has he made the right move? Send me a message on Twitter @papi_thegreat and join the conversation
2019-10-1211 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 33: 5 Maybe's in the Football World Today That You Should KnowIn this episode, I discuss at length Solksjaer, Antoine Griezmann and the decline (or so it seems) taking place in the ranks of Pep's army. Follow me on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2019-10-0810 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 32: Happy Independence Day, Nigeria + Champions League RantNigeria clocked 59 years on October 1st. Fabs of club football in the country however, are still waiting on the kick-off date for the new Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) season. Then there's the UCL noise and the players who impressed. Reach out me on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2019-10-0316 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 31: What Could Make a Player Dedicate an Award to Himself?While Gianluigi Buffon was breaking yet another record in Italy, one was setting the record straight in South Africa. I also discussed the Madrid derby, the two-horse race in Italy and the Harry Kane dilemma. Share your thoughts with me by sending me a message on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2019-09-2912 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 30: Internazionale Favorites, the Madrid Derby + A Bit of Chicken ChiesaIt's been an exciting mid-week with football action from all over Europe. Fiorentina finally got their first win of the season, Barça can't keep Messi fit and I take a look at the upcoming Madrid derby, with an eye on the Monday Night Drama set to unfold in England. Share your thoughts with me by sending me a message on Twitter: @papi_thegreat
2019-09-2610 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 29: The FIFPro World XI Scam + The Strange Ballon d'Or for GoaliesAnd for the umpteenth time, Lionel Messi (undeservedly) wins The Best FIFA Awards. Sergio Ramos is still making appearances in the FIFPro World XI and the Yacine trophy will be won for the first time in December. Send me your comments on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2019-09-2410 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp 28: Five Things You May Have Missed from the Milan DerbyThe 224th edition of the Milan derby was a pretty exciting one. Two goals were scored and cancelled. Lukaku is back to scoring form and AC Milan needs serious help. Send me your comments on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2019-09-2210 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 27: Which Is More Effective: Playing Long or Playing Short?It's going to be an amazing weekend! Four heavyweight clashes to look forward to and a trend that has taken over European club football. Send me your reactions/comments/suggestions on Twitter @papi_thegreat
2019-09-2010 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 26: The Race for the Big Italian Pizza Is On!Juventus has a Gameweek 3 to forget in the Serie A. They were only better than Fiorentina in terms of possession and fouls committed. On the other hand, Inter and Sampdoria are leading the way with 100% records. Then there's the Sassuolo case too! Hit me up on Twitter @papi_thegreat and let's talk football.
2019-09-1710 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 25: An Unusual Saturday of Football in Europe!Manchester City lost. Atletico Madrid lost. Juventus dropped points. Bayern did too! PSG needed extra time to get three points. What a Saturday! What a time to be alive! Football, bloody hell!
2019-09-1509 min90 Minutes Plus
90 Minutes PlusEp. 24: No Laporte, No Premier League Title?Aymeric Laporte has been ruled out for the rest of the year. Manchester City now have to cope without their best defender. Will this loss affect Pep Guardiola's chase for a third title in a row? Send me a message on Twitter @papi_thegreat and join the conversation.
2019-09-1220 min