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The Final WhistleWhat now for Ole and Nuno?After 1-0 and 3-1 losses respectively for Manchester United and Spurs in the Premier League, we discuss if time is up for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and if Nuno Espírito Santo is out of his depth. We then review GW6 and look ahead to some exciting matchups in GW7. With the heavily owned Alexander Arnold set to miss out for Liverpool, who can FPL managers look to for replacement? Listen now to find out.
2021-09-3056 min
The Final WhistleCraig Foster: From taking on Ronaldo to saving refugeesFormer Socceroos midfielder Craig Foster played only one season for Singapore in the Malaysian League in 1991 but the country is still a special place to him. He tells us why and shares his memories from his time in Singapore. Now a human rights advocate, Foster also tells us why footballers should do more off the pitch.
2021-09-241h 00
The Final WhistleThe headache that never went away: VARVAR bears its ugly head again in Arsenal, Manchester United and Brighton's wins this week and the PL WEEKLY duo give their take on the decisions made in the talk of the town. Former Crystal Palace midfielder Craig Foster joins in on the conversation as well and talks with pride about compatriot Jared Gillet who will become the first non-UK citizen to referee a Premier League game. And of course we also dive into the players that stood out in GW5 on the Fantasy Radar. Listen now.
2021-09-2354 min
The Final WhistleTFW with Fabrizio Romano: Here We GoOne of the most trusted voices in the football world, Fabrizio Romano boasts close to six million followers across social media platforms. On this episode, he joins the TFW PL WEEKLY duo to talk more about the transfer of the summer- Cristiano Ronaldo, the Pogba contract situation and he also tells us if Conte could came back to the EPL soon. Listen now!
2021-09-2025 min
The Final WhistleVincent Subramaniam: Local coaches? We have quantity, not quality.Former National Team Head Coach and two time Sleague winner Vincent Subramaniam give us his take on the state of local football, why we're lagging behind in terms of youth development and what needs to be done to breed quality local coaches to help the local game improve.
2021-09-171h 18
The Final WhistleMove aside Pep Roulette. Enter, Predictable PepManchester City's 1-0 win over Leicester in GW4 meant that Pep Guardiola set a new record. What is it and why do we think City's win showed up a flaw in their side ? We discuss that and all the other action from the weekend of EPL action. And of course, we zoom in on the Fantasy Premier League as well.
2021-09-1548 min
The Final WhistleIdraki Adnan: Just play? I want to entertainHougang United winger Idraki Adnan joined us to talk about being shaped by his father's passing, his struggles at Young Lions, and the catalyst for his breakthrough season in 2021. Idraki also gave his honest assessment of various issues at the youth level of Singapore football. Listen now!
2021-09-1059 min
The Final WhistleTop scorers, young kings and flops in 2021/22 - TFW predictionsWith the transfer window shut, we lock in our final predictions of the season which include golden boot winners, flops and players that will impress. We then look ahead to GW4 of the Premier League and run the rule over FPL assets to own.
2021-09-0836 min
The Final WhistleThe Arsenal special with AFTV: Goodbye Arteta?In this TFW PL Weekly special, Don Robbie from AFTV joins us to talk all things Arsenal. Has he had enough with Mikel Arteta ? What does he think of the Gunners' transfer window and who does he feel is a FPL must-have from Arsenal? Stick around to the end because we also address some hate for AFTV.
2021-09-0633 min
The Final WhistlePJ Roberts : The former Eagle who tackled cancer and wonFormer Geylang United midfielder and TV personality/pundit PJ Roberts joined us to talk about how he fought off testicular cancer, one laugh at a time and his S.League career. What does he think of some of his former teammates who went on to be iconic names in Singapore football? You'll want to hear this.
2021-09-031h 03
The Final WhistleHave they done enough? The big boys' transfer reviewWith the transfer window slammed shut, we discuss how the big teams fared in the summer wheeling and dealing. We also review GW3 and discuss the impact of Cristiano Ronaldo's FPL price tag and the players away on international duty.
2021-09-0235 min
The Final WhistleCristiano Ronaldo: One Last DanceAs the prodigal son of Old Trafford returns, we explore how the deal was done, what it means for Manchester United and the rest of the Premier League and of course the impact on FPL. This is a TFW PL weekly special episode.
2021-08-2825 min
The Final WhistleRazaleigh Khalik: Don't call us Warriors, we were SAFFCA three-time S.League winner with Geylang United and SAFFC, retired defender Razaleigh Khalik joined us to talk about his career and told us why SAFFC and Warriors FC were not quite the same, what did his former coach Scott O'Donell do that changed him and why Richard Bok was successful at SAFFC. Listen now.
2021-08-271h 03
The Final WhistleDeadline-day scramble and FPL essential differentialsWith a week to go in the transfer window, we take a look at what signings the top clubs need. And then we review GW2 and look ahead to GW3. And we've got some interesting FPL differentials for you as well to cast your eye on.
2021-08-2646 min
The Final WhistleMirko Grabovac : Why I gave up Singapore citizenshipOne of the most feared marksmen in the Singapore league, Mirko Grabovac tells us how his move to the sunny island came about, how he became a Singapore citizen and the decision behind eventually giving it up.
2021-08-2050 min
The Final WhistleHarry Kane the football saint and GW2 Captain picksEngland and Spurs captain Harry Kane has been branded a zero after asking for a move. The TFW PL Weekly duo weigh in on the debate. Ahead of Gameweek 2, we also look at possible transfers you should make and who you have to slap your armband on.
2021-08-1837 min
The Final WhistleTFW with Poh Yi Feng: What happened at Warriors FCFormer Balestier Khalsa and Warriors midfielder Poh Yi Feng joined us to talk about his career in the league. What made him stay with the Tigers for a long time and why did he decide to call time on his career? And as a senior player of Warriors FC during their financial problems, how did Poh cope ? Find out now.
2021-08-131h 00
The Final WhistleTransfer round-up and FPL must-haves for GW1In the first episode of the season, we take a look at some of the major transfers of the summer so far. We then dive into the key matches ahead in GW1 before making our cases for our FPL picks.
2021-08-1152 min
The Final WhistleRhysh Roshan Rai (Part 1) : Playing in the Asian Champions LeagueWe've got former Home United, SAFFC (Warriors) and Balestier Khalsa midfielder Rhysh Roshan Rai in the studio. In part 1, we talk about his football career in Singapore especially his experience playing in the Asian Champions League with SAFFC.
2021-08-0654 min
The Final WhistleRhysh Roshan Rai (Part 2) : The Singapore football broadcast sceneRhysh Roshan Rai is our guest this week and in part 2 we talk about his career after retirement. Now known as a media personality in Singapore football, how did he get into the scene and how does he deal with criticism? What can be improved in the SG broadcasting scene?
2021-08-0635 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 55: Yasmin Namira: Journey to AmericaBudding women's footballer Yasmin Namira, who earned a football scholarship into Graceland University in Iowa speaks to us on her footballing journey so far, how she got her scholarship in the US and the financial challenges of relocating and living in America.
2021-07-3043 min
The Final WhistleTampines Rovers' 2021 ACL campaign: The aftermathThe Stags have returned from their maiden Asian Champions League campaign with six defeats in as many games. What does it say about Tampines or is this an alarming indication of where our local football scene is? We brought in fans and local football pundits to make sense of the results. Who is to blame? What could have been done differently? What's next? Listen now to find out.
2021-07-231h 05
The Final WhistleEpisode 54: Delwinder Singh: Lessons from my fatherTanjong Pagar defender Delwinder Singh tells us how his father's past and his mother's perseverance has shaped him into the man he is today. We also talked about his career, being vice-captain of an S-League team at the age of 18 and if he still hopes to be part of the National Team.
2021-07-091h 09
The Final WhistleTFW Jobs: Being a vice-chairman of a professional club in SingaporeIn this second episode of the TFW jobs series, we have Balestier Khalsa vice chairman Darwin Jalil in the studio to tell us how he got into football, what his roles are and how he plans to improve Balestier Khalsa's fortunes. Enjoy this insightful sharing from one of local football's most passionate men.
2021-07-021h 02
The Final WhistleEpisode 53: Khidhir Khamis - Why I Left FootballJoin us as we speak to Khidhir about his career as a youth coach, his time at Balestier Khalsa as the youngest head coach in SPL history at the time and of course, his roller coaster stint as Assistant Head Coach at Geylang International from qualifying for the AFC Cup to leaving the club and football on his terms. What actually happened at Geylang? How did Khidhir learn from his mistakes throughout his career?
2021-06-251h 18
The Final WhistleEpisode 52: TFW Lions Post-mortemThe World Cup Qualifiers have come to an end and the Lions finish the campaign in fourth place in the 5-team Group. Did they meet expectations? What went well and what went wrong? This week, we review Tatsuma Yoshida and his charges along with local football fans and personalities Zia-Ul Raushan, Shiam Jerome and Deepanraj Ganesan.
2021-06-181h 14
The Final WhistleTFW Jobs: What does a football agent do?It's a brand new series from The Final Whistle as we explore the jobs in football. And to kick us off, we talk to football agent and Director of 2Touch International, Khairul Asyraf about what the job entails. How does he get to represent players? What does an agent do and how do they get paid? Listen now as we dive into the world of agents.
2021-05-071h 14
The Final WhistleEpisode 51: TFW with Joseph PragasamJoin us as we speak to the 1998 Tiger Cup winner about his career, playing in the MLeague in 1994 while still serving his NS, his Jurong FC stint and of course how it felt winning the 1998 Tiger Cup when the odds were stacked against the team. We also spoke intimately about his relationship with his late father and the reason behind him pursuing a degree at NTU while still playing football professionally.
2021-04-3056 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 50: TFW with Fabian KwokHougang United captain Fabian Kwok joins us on this episode and he was as candid and honest as ever. He shared how he juggles between having a full-time job and playing football professionally and why he thinks that it is important to have both. He also spoke about how current Hougang United head coach Clement Teo has been with him throughout his career and getting called up to a talented Young Lions squad. And what advice does he have for young footballers? Listen now.
2021-04-231h 03
The Final WhistleEpisode 49: TFW with Iqbal HussainOn this episode, Iqbal Hussain joins us to talk about his time in Singapore football and the spell in India that has rejuvenated his football career. What did he think of being dropped for the 2015 SEA Games squad and what does he feel about the "hate" he receives from detractors? Listen to his honest take on this and more now.
2021-04-161h 08
The Final WhistleEpisode 48: TFW with Firdaus KassimWe spoke to Hougang United Assistant Coach Firdaus Kassim about his beginnings as a youth footballer, his obsession with Championship Manager and his coaching experiences abroad that has made him the tactician he is today. Who are his biggest influences when it comes to coaching? What has Firdaus done to set himself apart from other young coaches? Why did he have to pay for his own transfer fee and why communication is very important for a coach. Listen now.
2021-04-091h 10
The Final WhistleEpisode 47: TFW with Joel ChewYoung Lions midfielder and professional FIFA player Joel Chew joins us to talk about his career as a footballer so far, the training stints he's had around the globe at such a young age and his career as a professional FIFA player so far. Does being a professional football player help with his in game skills? Was winning the Singapore Cup and scoring in the final his biggest achievement on the pitch so far? Listen Now.
2021-04-021h 06
The Final WhistleEpisode 46: TFW with Benoit CroissantTwo-time S.League winner and Tampines Rovers defender Benoît Croissant joins us to talk about his time in the famed Clairefontaine academy in France, his relationship with Nicolas Anelka, his globetrotting career and why he never stopped learning throughout his career to prepare for life after football. And when did Tampines lose their identity according to Benoit? Listen now.
2021-03-261h 06
The Final WhistleHow technology is changing footballIn part 4 of our Sports Science series, we've got former Tampines Rovers defender and Commercial Director of Catapult Sports, Benoit Croissant in the studio to talk about the technology that Catapult Sports has to offer and how they can help clubs and players maximize performances and prevent injuries.
2021-03-2428 min
The Final Whistle2021 TFW's Singapore Premier League Preview (Part 2)It's part 2 of The Final Whistle's Singapore Premier League preview for the 2021 season and we've got football agent Khairul Asyraf, journalist Kenneth Tan and Geylang International supporter Jeff Salleh in the studio to share their thoughts on the upcoming season for champions Albirex, Asian Champions League first timers Tampines Rovers and big spenders Lion City Sailors.
2021-03-1258 min
The Final Whistle2021 TFW's Singapore Premier League Preview (Part 1)It's The Final Whistle's Singapore Premier League preview for the 2021 season and we've got football agent Khairul Asyraf, journalist Kenneth Tan and Geylang International supporter Jeff Salleh in the show to share their insight on the upcoming season. In Part 1 of our SPL preview, we discuss Balestier Khalsa, Young Lions, Hougang United, Tanjong Pagar United and Geylang International. We also put our guests on the spot on what position they think these clubs will finish their season.
2021-03-111h 00
The Final WhistleACL Injuries - #1 Career Killer?In part 3 of our Sports Science series, we discuss the dreaded ACL injury, how we can prevent them, the road to recovery and the different grades of severity of ACL injuries. We also had former Tampines Rovers players Huzaifah Abdul Aziz and Shannon Stephen on the show to share with us their experiences dealing with the injury and their roads to recovery. Sports Scientist Mariam Shazana returns as well to share her expertise on the subject.
2021-03-1051 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 45: TFW with Shannon StephenOn this episode, we spoke to former Tampines Rovers defender Shannon Stephen on how he started off as a footballer, how he got into the national setup during his time at Tampines Rovers and the injuries that eventually saw him without a club this season.Is he retired? Did his injuries end his career? Listen now.
2021-03-0544 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 44: R. Aaravin - Is the U-23 rule ending careers?Former youth national team, Home United and Balestier defender R Aaravin speaks at length about the SPL's U23 rule and how it has forced him to calling it quits at just 25. We spoke to him about how he feels about the salary paid to young players his training stint at FC Metz in France and the differences he felt playing in the SPL and the Prime League. Listen now.
2021-02-2649 min
The Final WhistleWho is responsible for a player's injury: the coaches or the player?Joining us on this episode are Sports Trainer from Lion City Sailors, Daniel Feriza and Mariam Shazana, head of sports science at PSB Academy. What is the role of a Sports Trainer? How do ACL injuries happen and what can be done to prevent them? Listen now to find out.
2021-02-2454 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 43: TFW with Rafi AliIt's a midfield masterclass from one of the best to do it in Singapore's national kit as former Lion and The Vibes drummer Rafi Ali rocks up into The Final Whistle studio. Listen as he explains why the radio helped build his vision for football, why he feels frustrated at how soft the current generation is and wait till the end to listen to his rant on the current state of Singapore football. You can't miss this.
2021-02-191h 14
The Final WhistleSports Science in local football - does it exist?The first of a series of episodes brought to you by knowledge partner Edith Cowen University and powered by PSB Academy, we take a look at how clubs in the Singapore Premier League view Sports Science. This week, we brought in Balestier Khalsa FC deputy chairman and their new sports science interns to have a chat on this topic.
2021-02-1743 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 42: TFW with Dhukhilan JeevamaniOne of the key members of the 2010 Youth Olympic Games (YOG) squad,
Dhukilan shared with us how the International Olympic Committee (IOC) selected him as one of 25 Young Leaders for a four-year programme, how Coach Kadir Yahaya shaped him into who he is today, what he really thinks of the NFA/Young Lions set up and why he enjoys working with the underprivileged community.
2021-02-121h 02
The Final WhistleEpisode 41: TFW with Faritz HameedOne of the finest fullbacks the league has seen in recent times - Faritz Hameed is this week's guest and he chats to us about his journey into football from Young Lions, to LionsXII and the national team. How does he really feel about the Under-23 ruling? He also tells us how he was on the verge of retirement only for someone to change his mind. All that and more on this episode.
2021-02-051h 14
The Final WhistleEpisode 40: TFW with Steven TanFormer national striker Steven Tan joined us on this week's episode of The Final Whistle. Dubbed the "super sub" for his goalscoring exploits off the bench as part of the Malaysia Cup-winning side of 1994, Tan tells us more about how he earned the nickname and what he did while on the bench to come on and make the difference and how he started playing football as a kid. We also asked him about his spell in charge of the Stags.
Listen now.
2021-01-2942 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 39: TFW with Ikhsan FandiIkhsan Fandi was back in Singapore for a short break before joining FK Jerv for pre season training and he spoke to us about his first season in Norway went, dealing with the pandemic, the pressure of being a Fandi and more.
It's an in-depth chat with one of the most promising players from Asia. Listen now.
2021-01-2257 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 38: TFW with Noh RahmanFormer national football stalwart and current Lion City Sailors assistant coach Noh Rahman talks to us about how he picked up discipline and dedication from home and his senior players, how it was like being a 16-year-old in a dressing room full of local football legends during his time with Geylang and how he won his mother's support in pursuing a career in football.
2021-01-151h 06
The Final WhistleEpisode 37: TFW with Indra Sahdan (Part 1)The man for the big occasions, Indra Sahdan joined us to talk about his career and took us through the important goals he's scored in his career against the likes of Japan, Uruguay and Manchester United. And what does he regret most about his career? We also asked him questions from the fans. Listen now to find out
2021-01-0837 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 37: TFW with Indra Sahdan (Part 2)The man for the big occasions, Indra Sahdan joined us to talk about his career and took us through the important goals he's scored in his career against the likes of Japan, Uruguay and Manchester United. And what does he regret most about his career? We also asked him questions from the fans. Listen now to find out
2021-01-0839 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 36: TFW with Gabriel QuakIt's the first show of 2021 and the 2020 SPL player of the season Gabriel Quak joins us to talk about how he's finally found his feet in football. It's Gabriel like you've never heard him before as he gave us an insight into what's behind his rise and how he credits Kadir Yahaya and Tennis for the player he is today. Listen now to find out more.
2021-01-011h 04
The Final WhistleThe Extra Time: It's all in the mindDo our local players lack a strong mindset ? On this week's episode of The Extra Time, Rory Winters, Founder of Edge Of The Box Mentoring and a former professional footballer who now works as a mentor and coach to young professional footballers, joined us to discuss how local players can get the extra push to do well in their careers. We also discuss why every successful footballer needs a "nasty streak".
2020-12-3126 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 35: TFW with Chris Yip-AuFormer Singapore women's national team player and current Singapore Women's U-16 head coach Chris Yip-Au joins us to talk about the state of the women's game in Singapore.
What are the problems that still exist in women's football here ? Do women in football here get paid ? Does the FAS do enough ? Listen now.
2020-12-2553 min
The Final WhistleThe Extra Time: Singapore Football Transfer SystemClubs in the Singapore Premier League are hard at work in securing players for the 2021 campaign. Top local football agent Khairul Asyraf joins us for a conversation on all things local football transfers. Are there transfer fees in local football and should the foreign quota be expanded ? Listen now.
2020-12-2342 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 34: TFW with David LeeOne of the most legendary custodians to have been between the sticks for the Lions, David Lee joined us for a journey through his storied career. From multiple Malaysia Cup victories to his 1996 S.League triumph, David shares his favourite moments. And why did he have to keep Fandi Ahmad in check? Find out now in this episode.
2020-12-181h 04
The Final WhistleEpisode 33: TFW with Lionel LewisArguably the best goalkeeper to have donned the Lions kit, Lionel Lewis joined us to talk about his career that yielded multiple titles with the national team and even a nomination as an Asian player of the year. Why did he hang up his gloves at an early age and what is he up to these days? How did his stint with Manchester City go and was he really best mates with Sun Jihai? Find out now.
2020-12-1151 min
The Final WhistleThe Extra Time: 2020 SPL Season and Awards reviewWith the conclusion of the 2020 SPL season, we had to get in a few words about the campaign. But more importantly, the 2020 SPL awards threw up some surprises that did not go down well with too many fans. Local football writer Kenneth Tan, local football coach Razif Ariff and host of the Sgfootballpodcast Jerome join TFW to debate the winners, losers and those who should have been nominated.
2020-12-091h 02
The Final WhistleEpisode 32: TFW with Duncan Elias - The Farewell InterviewThe face and voice of Singapore football, former professional footballer turned presenter Duncan Elias will be leaving Singapore in a week. We decided to get him into the studio and bid him farewell, The Final Whistle style. What can be improved in Singapore football? What did he enjoy and what did he not ? Listen now to find out.
2020-12-0458 min
The Final WhistleTFW Special: How Maradona inspired Fandi and SundramThis is our special tribute to one of the greatest players ever, Diego Maradona. Listen as Singapore football legends V. Sundramoorthy and Fandi Ahmad talk about how Maradona inspired them. Fandi also shares about how it was like playing against Maradona. We also had Argentina football fan and writer John Sivan to give us excellent insights on the legend that is Maradona.
2020-11-2724 min
The Final WhistleThe Extra Time: The year of the Spurs?It's the best time to be a Spurs fan as Tottenham Hotspur sit at the top of the Premier League after 8 games. Their latest result, a 2-0 win against Manchester City has meant that Spurs fans are dreaming of a title triumph. Can they do it ? Will Jose Mourinho drive them to a title and silence the doubters in the proccess? We had a Spurs die hard in the form of Navin Nambiar to make sense of it all.
2020-11-2531 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 31: TFW with Akbar NawasA coaching masterclass. He's won the league in India and was named coach of the year in Philippines, former Stags head coach Akbar Nawas joins us and talks about why it's important to believe in your coaching philosophy and the steps he took to instil them into players at Chennai City. How was it like coaching Jermaine Pennant and why does he disagree that our players are too comfortable? Listen now and find out.
2020-11-201h 02
The Final WhistleThe Extra Time: Back to Malaysia? We discuss.It's been 7 years since a Singaporean side, LionsXII lifted the Malaysian Super League and its fair to say that Singapore football has not seen that kind of clamour since. Is going back to Malaysian football something we should consider or should we not be looking across the causeway at all? What about our Lions? What's the lure for them to play in the MSL? TFW and former journalists from The Football Siao discuss the merits and exchange some Frank opinions.
2020-11-1933 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 30: TFW with Anders AplinThe first Singaporean footballer to sign for a Japanese side when he linked up with J2 side Matsumoto Yamaga, current Hougang United defender Anders Aplin talks us through his journey from being a former Sports School student to graduating from NTU.
We also asked him how he got his big break after playing in the NFL. And we close out the show by addressing a taboo topic amongst the football community : mental health. While 2020 has been tough for most, with the ongoing pandemic, Anders has had to handle some tough setbacks in his personal life. How did he cope and...
2020-11-1353 min
The Final WhistleThe Extra Time: Should we start to question Mikel Arteta?With 8 gameweeks gone in the English Premier League, the numbers speak for themselves. After a 3-0 loss to Aston Villa at home, Arsenal have already suffered four defeats in the current season. The Final Whistle are joined by Arsenal fans Shanjayan and Noah to discuss all things Gunners and especially if manager Mikel Arteta should continue to get a free pass from the media. And stay till the end because TFW take on the Arsenal fans in a brand new segment.
2020-11-1233 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 29: TFW with S. SubramaniOne of the fulcrums of the Lions and Home United's successful eras, S Subramani joins The Final Whistle on this episode to talk about how two individuals convinced him against retiring from the national team in 2004, what went through his mind during the infamous 2004 bottle throwing incident against Myanmar and how long distance running and not football was his first love.
2020-11-061h 09
The Final WhistleThe Extra Time: U23 quota and Singaporeans for Albirex. Who wins?Albirex Niigata(S) and local clubs in the league currently abide by rules that govern who starts for them. Albirex must field two Singaporeans in their XI while local clubs must start three U23 players in their lineup. On this week's episode of The Extra Time, we discuss if there is any benefit to this rule.
2020-11-0423 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 28: TFW with Patrick ValleePatrick Vallee, the man who led the Singapore Premier League's first-ever foreign champions, Etoile FC shares with us why leading the French team to the title was tougher than what most thought, why he’s proud to have kick-started Frederic Mendy's career and why he was elated to have signed Ahmad Latiff when he was head coach at Tanjong Pagar. And of course, we asked him how it was like to manage one of Singapore’s most talented players.
2020-10-3052 min
The Final WhistleThe Extra Time: Out with Brunei DPMM?With the Football Association of Singapore's announcement that SPL defending champions Brunei DPMM will sit out the 2020 season, we take a look at whether Singapore football really does need the Bruneian team. Are we better off without them ? Local football observer Gary Koh joins us to debate about the merits of having DPMM in the league and who has what it takes to replace DPMM as champions.
2020-10-2924 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 27: TFW with Aide IskandarWe last saw him five years ago when he was the head coach of the SEA Games football team and finally former national team captain Aide Iskandar returns to the spotlight.
What does a captain actually do? What kind of a skipper was Aide and did he ever have to step in to be a mediator when players had a go at each other?
We also addressed the 2015 SEA Games campaign? Does Aide have any regrets? Listen now to find out.
2020-10-231h 12
The Final WhistleThe Extra Time: Hariss Harun at Coventry? We explainSingapore national team and Johor Darul Tak'zim captain Hariss Harun caused a stir last week when he announced he was signing for Coventry. It was eventually revealed that Hariss was taking up a role as a PSB Academy Ambassador and student of Coventry University’s Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Business and Marketing. We spoke to him about his decision and with a member of PSB's marketing department about post football options for footballers.
2020-10-2248 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 26: TFW with Shahril JantanOne of Singapore's most decorated goalkeepers Shahril Jantan, winner of six S.League titles and four Singapore Cups joins us to talk about the highs and lows of his career. Shahril shared how the 4-0 loss to Malaysia during the 2002 Tiger Cup affected him and we finally got to the bottom of why a player who had such a successful time at club level was largely ignored at the national team level. You've got to listen to this one.
2020-10-161h 08
The Final WhistleEpisode 25: TFW with Sevki Sha'banFormer Singapore national team, LionsXII, Home united, Gombak United, Sembawang Rangers and Geylang United defender Sevki Sha’ban shared with us the most memorable moments of his career, how he coped with the several injuries and came back stronger each time, what he really thought of the tactics employed by the LionsXII and what led to him being terminated by Home United.
2020-10-0956 min
The Final WhistleThe Extra Time: We'll Never Walk AloneTwo of the biggest clubs in world football suffered heavy losses the past week. Was the Red Devils' defeat a sign of how the season is going to pan out and is it just a freak result for Liverpool? The Final Whistle crew is joined by Manchester United fan Phoon Jia Hui and Liverpool fan Eric Teo to discuss what the results mean and where both teams go on from here.
2020-10-0840 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 24: TFW with Aurelio VidmarHe’s captained and coached the Australian national team and he’s now in Singapore to make a mark. Lion City Sailors' head coach Aurelio Vidmar speaks about the standard of Singaporean footballers and whether they can make it in Australia, how it was like playing against Diego Maradona and the heartbreak of losing to Iran in a crucial 1998 World Cup Qualifying playoff.
2020-10-021h 05
The Final WhistleThe Extra Time: Handball? Game's goneThe third gameweek of the 20/21 English Premier League was it's most controversial yet with Crystal Palace, Brighton and Tottenham Hotspur on the wrong end of VAR calls and handball decisions. We discuss what needs to change to eradicate this controversies.
2020-10-0115 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 23: TFW with Gavin LeeA head coach at just 29, Gavin Lee is breaking the mould whilst doing an outstanding job as Tampines Rovers' chief tactician. What got him into coaching and what's his daily schedule like ? And how is it like being a coach to players older than he is? It's as insightful as it gets in this conversation with one of Asia's top coaching talents.
2020-09-251h 05
The Final WhistleThe Extra Time: Panic stations at Old Trafford?After Manchester United fell to a 3-1 defeat at home to Crystal Palace in their first game of the 20/21 season, is it a sign of things to come for the Red Devils this season ? In this new weekly show, The Final Whistle discuss what's wrong at Old Trafford.
2020-09-2318 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 22: TFW with Jita SinghThe man with the midas touch. The Singapore national team’s youngest ever head coach joined us this week as we got through a host of topics with him. How did he react to being named head coach of the Lions at just 29, his pride at representing the country and why getting back to the Malaysia Cup is not the solution to our current problems- all this and more on this episode.
2020-09-181h 06The Final WhistleEpisode 21: TFW with Al-QaasimyHe led the country out at the 2015 SEA Games on home soil but soon enough, Al-Qaasimy stepped away from the game. The former Young Lions skipper joined us on this episode to tell us why and what he's up to these days. And of course, we had to ask him about putting Patrice Evra on his bum at the Sports Hub.
2020-09-1154 minThe Final WhistleEpisode 20: TFW with Charlie MachellFormer Newcastle United youth player and current Hougang United midfielder Charlie Machell is this week's guest as we tackle the hot news of the proposed takeovers at Newcastle. A life-long Magpie, Charlie gives his perspective of why the fans have had enough with owner Mike Ashley. In part 2, we dive into Charlie's career as we trace the steps he's taken from Newcastle to Hougang.
2020-09-0459 minThe Final WhistleEpisode 19: TFW with Song Ui-youngSouth Korean midfielder Song Ui-young joined us on this episode to discuss his potential future with the Singapore national team. What are the chances of him representing his "second home" ? We also asked him how he dealt with loneliness after moving to the sunny island as a teenager. He was just a call away from quitting. Find out more on this episode.
2020-08-2859 minThe Final WhistleEpisode 18: TFW with Shaiful EsahOne of Singapore's best left-footed players, Shaiful Esah joined us on this episode to look back on a successful career in Singapore football. What prompted him to retire quietly and why does he feel that the FAS can do more? Tune in to find out.
2020-08-211h 22The Final WhistleEpisode 17: TFW with Fandi AhmadThe legendary Fandi Ahmad is in the studio and he takes us on a journey from Kaki Bukit to Amsterdam. We talk about Fandi's memories of trialing at Ajax, his unforgettable goal against Inter Milan for Groningen and his various off field experiences, good and bad.
2020-08-141h 25The Final WhistleEpisode 16: TFW with Jordan Webb (Part 1)Goals, assists and tricks - it's what we know Jordan Webb best for but for the first time, we speak to Jordan on what made him the man he is. The Canadian born attacker tells us how a tough upbringing shaped him and why sports saved his life.
2020-08-0759 minThe Final WhistleEpisode 16:TFW with Jordan Webb (Part 2)Our conversation with Jordan Webb continues as we address the not so savoury moments from his time in Singapore and what's next for the Tampines Rovers attacker.
2020-08-0744 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 15: TFW with Goh Tat ChuanA key member of the 2004 Tiger Cup winning side, Goh was one of the best central midfielders in the country. Amazingly, he was always a part-time footballer. We spoke to the NTU graduate to find out how he balanced both studies (and later, work) and football. We also discuss why the lack of representation amongst Chinese footballers is not problematic.
2020-07-311h 15
The Final WhistleEpisode 14: TFW with Stipe PlazibatIt's our first foreign player on the podcast as Hougang United hitman Stipe Plazibat joins us to talk about his career. Plazibat tells us how competitive football was in Croatia and why Japan is a special place in his heart. And you'd want to hear his passionate response on how Singapore football can move forward.
2020-07-241h 06
The Final WhistleEpisode 13: TFW with Baihakki Khaizan (Part 1)He's been there, he's done it and he's still doing it. One of the icons of our national team for the last decade, Baihakki joined us in the studio to talk about his career. In part 1, we cover his his upbringing, the drive he had to succeed, his viral comments during the 2020 GE and his first days as a professional footballer.
2020-07-1751 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 13: TFW with Baihakki Khaizan (Part 2)Our chat with Baihakki continues in part 2 as we talk about his unforgettable stint in Indonesia, regrets over his time at Johor Darul Takzim and the collapse of a dream move to Saudi Arabia. And meeting Nemanja Vidic ? All that and more on this episode.
2020-07-1758 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 12: TFW with Fazrul NawazWith over 80 caps for the national team and stints with numerous clubs in the Singapore league, Fazrul shares his experience with us in this episode. We also discussed his head injury, his memorable LionsXII stint and the forgettable Sabah saga.
2020-07-131h 10
The Final WhistleEpisode 11: TFW with Jeffrey LightfootThe captain of the much acclaimed 2010 YOG squad, Jeffrey Lightfoot joins us to discuss just why he did not go on to make the mark as a professional footballer. It's also a special Liverpool themed episode as we discuss the Reds' title triumph with the Liverpool fan.
2020-07-0354 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 10: TFW with R SasikumarFormer Lions defender, radio host and successful entrepreneur R Sasikumar joined us this week for what turned out to be an honest and revealing chat about the state of Singapore football. Plenty of pearls of wisdom as well from this episode as we dissect Sasi's career from the pitch to the boardoom and take a look at the Merseyside clubs.
2020-06-261h 19
The Final WhistleEpisode 9: TFW with Ridhuan MuhammadThe former Singapore international who won 2 AFF cups with the Lions joins us as we talk about his career with the Stags and the glory years under Raddy Avramovic. Part of the "NFA Gang of Four", Ridhuan shares some interesting stories of his former teammates and his unforgettable stint in Indonesia.
2020-06-1952 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 8: TFW with Hariss HarunSingapore national team and Johor Darul Ta'zim captain Hariss Harun joins us to talk about Liverpool's need to add to their attack. And then, we dive back to his childhood days and take a trip right up to his current importance to club and country. This is an in-depth sit-down with one of Asia's finest midfielders.
2020-06-121h 12
The Final WhistleEpisode 7: TFW with Aidil SharinBack from our Circuit Breaker enforced hiatus, we had the pleasure of having one of the most talented coaches in Asia this week as we grilled Kedah head coach Aidil Sharin about his career as a player and as a coach. Does he hope to manage the Lions someday? For all that and more, tune in now.
2020-06-051h 02
The Final WhistleEpisode 6: TFW with Noh Alam ShahSingapore and Indonesia football legend Noh Alam Shah joins us in the studio for a very honest lookback on his career. With so many truth bombs dropped by one of the best forwards to have donned the Singapore kit, this is an episode not to be missed.
2020-04-0347 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 5: TFW with Shasi KumarFormer footballer, head coach and commentator Shasi Kumar brings a no holds barred approach to the studio. With Covid19 wreaking havoc on the football season, we talk about what happens to players' fitness levels during lockdown and who has been the standout player in the EPL this season. And then in part 2, we review recent SPL games and address Shasi's controversial comments.
2020-03-2749 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 4: TFW with Aleksandar DuricSingapore football legend Aleksandar Duric joins us to talk about his past in Yugoslavia, his present in Singapore football and his future in helping to shape youth football. This is a episode you don't want to miss.
2020-03-1343 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 3: TFW with Adam SwandiLion City Sailors and Lions midfielder Adam Swandi talks about his time in France with Metz FC and how much he developed while at Albirex Niigata (S). In our special french football themed show, we also discuss Pogba and PSG.
2020-03-0638 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 2: TFW with Duncan EliasSports presenter Duncan Elias joins us on a special 2020 Singapore Premier League preview show. We talk about all 9 clubs in the league and also ask Duncan why he hung up his boots for a career in the media industry. We also discuss Bruno Fernandes' impact at Manchester United.
2020-02-2838 min
The Final WhistleEpisode 1: TFW with Illyas LeeIt's only February but the title race in the English Premier League seems a foregone conclusion. TFW discuss whether Liverpool can really end the season unbeaten while also taking a look at the race for the Champions League places. Former Singapore U23 captain Illyas Lee also offers his take on why he hopes the birth of Lion City Sailors could change the landscape of Singapore football and just what went wrong with the much talked about 2010 YOG squad.
2020-02-2143 min