Bitesize Edition 

In this bitesize pod we look back at Al Ahly's 4-0 thrashing of ES Setif, and Wydad Casablanca's commanding 3-1 win over Petró de Luanda in the first leg of the CAF CL semis as the North African giants are on course for the final. We also look back at Percy Tau's fine display as he pulled the strings in the Red Devils win. Host: Zayn NabbiGuest: Alasdair Howorth (OTW Multimedia journalist) #TotalEnergiesCAFCL #AfricaYaAhly #DimaWydad Follow us on IG: @otw_podcastFollow us on Twitter: @otw_podcastLike us on Facebook: On The Whistle Podcast&nbsp;&nbsp; Show Notes&nbsp; 00:00 - Intro01:15 - North African giants reign supreme&nbsp;&nbsp;02:25 - Tau on fire&nbsp;after slow start at Red Devils Duration: 6:10

Al Ahly and Wydad Edge Closer To CAF CL Final 

The 2022 Women's Africa Cup on Nations in upon us and On The Whistle will be there to cover it all. We will bring you the best content, analysis and interviews from the tournament starting off with an interview with Tottenham Hotspur and Morocco forward Rosella Ayane. Host: Alasdair HoworthGuests: Rosella Ayane (Spurs and Morocco) #TotalEnergiesWAFCON2022 #TeamMorocco #COYS Follow us on IG: @otw_podcastFollow us on Twitter: @otw_podcastLike us on Facebook: On The Whistle Podcast&nbsp;&nbsp; Show Notes&nbsp; 03:42 - Dream debut&nbsp;05:54 - Integrating with the squad09:30 - Support from fans14:21 - Mood going into AFCON19:23 - Pressure to qualify for a World Cup Duration: 22:49

Upcoming Women's AFCON Could "Kickstart Change"

In this episode we unpack the reasons for Sadio Mane's move to Bayern Munich and why leaving Liverpool could allow Senegalese star a chance to focus on more European success. Host: Zayn Nabbi Guest: Courtney Freese #ServusMané #MiaSanMia #YNWA #lfc #sadiomane Follow us on IG: @otw_podcastFollow us on Twitter: @otw_podcastLike us on Facebook: On The Whistle Podcast

Sadio Mane Heads To Bayern

In one of the biggest shocks on the continent legendary coach Pitso Mosimane has left Egyptian giants Al Ahly. The panel looks at what brought about the end of Jingles' time in Cairo, where he might go next, and what legacy he leaves behind. Host: Zayn NabbiGuests: Lorenz Köhler (iDiski Times), Courtney Freese (Former Champions League Semi-finalist), Alasdair Howorth (OTW Multimedia journalist), Francis Nkwain (Sports Media Executive) #PitsoMosimane #AlAhly #TransferTalk Follow us on IG: @otw_podcastFollow us on Twitter: @otw_podcastLike us on Facebook: On The Whistle Podcast Show Notes 08:00 - South Africa's superstar12:10 - Why did it end with Al Ahly?22:43 - Why not Europe?32:15 - Why are African coaches not at the top table?40:38 - Pitso's legacy in Africa Duration: 51:45

What next for Pitso Mosimane? 

It's been a long season full of thrills and intrigue across the continent. The panel takes a look back at their personal highlights while looking ahead to some of the biggest stories of the transfer window Panel: Zayn Nabbi (host), Courtney Freese (former PSL winner), Alasdair Howorth (OTW Multimedia journalist) #TotalEnergiesCAFCL #SadioMane #TotalEnergiesAFCON Follow us on IG: @otw_podcastFollow us on Twitter: @otw_podcastLike us on Facebook: On The Whistle Podcast&nbsp;&nbsp; Show Notes02:21 - Moroccan dominance of club football04:14 - An AFCON to remember for the sabre-toothed minnows13:08 - What next for Sadio Mane?18:30 - Will Ronwen Williams displace legendary Denis Onyango at Sundowns?Duration: 27:35

A Season To Savour 

The Champions League final had it all. Controversy, sensational fans, wonder goals, and plenty of drama. The panel look back on what was a historic Champions League final in which Wydad Casablanca came away as 2-0 winners against holders Al Ahly. Panel: Zayn Nabbi (host), Francis Nkwain (Sports Media Executive), Courtney Freese (former CAF Champions League semi-finalist), Alasdair Howorth (OTW Multimedia journalist) #TotalEnergiesCAFCL #AfricaYaAhly #DimaWydad Follow us on IG: @otw_podcastFollow us on Twitter: @otw_podcastLike us on Facebook: On The Whistle Podcast&nbsp;&nbsp; Show Notes&nbsp;3:40 - Organisational shambles from CAF&nbsp;7:01 - Sensational football and wonderful atmosphere13:06 - Players of the match12:15 - Our African brothers playing in Europe Duration: 29:00

Moroccan Giants Wydad Casablanca Are Kings of Africa

Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams says South Africa "are not angry at Ghana" and will support the Black Stars at the World Cup despite&nbsp;being knocked out controversially during the qualifiers this year. Williams also spoke about why goalkeepers make the best captains and how he earned praise from French striker Olivier Giroud despite conceding 5 goals against the world champions during a friendly.&nbsp; Host: Courtney FreeseGuest: Ronwen Williams (South Africa captain and goalkeeper) #SouthAfrica #BafanaBafana Follow us on IG: @otw_podcastFollow us on Twitter: @otw_podcastLike us on Facebook: On The Whistle Podcast&nbsp;&nbsp; Show Notes&nbsp; 00:00 - Intro&nbsp;02:45&nbsp;- "Enjoyed every minute" of leadership despite being in the spotlight&nbsp;06:30&nbsp;- "Best captains are the goalkeepers...because we see the game better than anyone else"13:30&nbsp;- Kaitano Tembo "has always&nbsp;believed in me"&nbsp;18:30 - Where is Kylian Mbappe's shirt hung and getting praise from Olivier Giroud&nbsp;22:15&nbsp;- "We are not angry at Ghana they are African bothers...and we are going to support them"&nbsp;24:00&nbsp;- Future goals for Bafana and SuperSport&nbsp; Duration: 27:00

"We Are Not Angry At Ghana They Are African Brothers" Says Bafana Captain Ronwen Williams 

Buckle up the CAF Champions League final is set as North African powerhouses Al Ahly and Wydad Casablanca are set to collide on May 30. In this bitesize edition we wrap up the second legs of the semis, and break down why the Red Devils are petitioning the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) to have the final moved from Morocco, in what has turned into a bitter dispute between&nbsp;Al Ahly and CAF.&nbsp; Host: Zayn NabbiGuest: Alasdair Howorth (OTW Multimedia journalist) #TotalEnergiesCAFCL #AfricaYaAhly #DimaWydad Follow us on IG: @otw_podcastFollow us on Twitter: @otw_podcastLike us on Facebook: On The Whistle Podcast&nbsp;&nbsp; Show Notes&nbsp;2:00 - Wrapping up the semis&nbsp;5:15 - Why are Al Ahly petitioning to have the final&nbsp;moved?9:30 - Favourites for the final... Duration: 13:30

Court Case Could Overshadow CAF CL Final 

Part 2

In part two of our conversation with Gambian coach Tom Saintfiet we hear about the challenges of AFCON 2021, both on the pitch and off it. He gives us an insight into his process and how he manages a database of over 150 Gambian players around the world, and lifts the lid on the reports of players and staff not being paid bonuses. Host: Alasdair HoworthGuest: Tom Saintfiet (Gambia national team head coach) #TheGambia #TotalEnergiesAFCON2021 #coaching Follow us on IG: @otw_podcastFollow us on Twitter: @otw_podcastLike us on Facebook: On The Whistle Podcast&nbsp;&nbsp; Show Notes&nbsp;&nbsp; 1:00 - Intro&nbsp;&nbsp;3:30 - Heading into AFCON with zero full training sessions&nbsp;&nbsp;10:00- Joy and struggles of AFCON22:00 - No payments from the GFF for bonuses, but no problem29:00 - Playing AFCON 2023 qualifiers with no fans Duration: 34:55

Tom Saintfiet - AFCON 2021 Best Tournament of My Career

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