On The Whistle

All teams have played their opening games at the WAFCON and our team give you their impressions of the runners and riders, as well as what it's like on the ground and some of the issues the team's are facing. Hosts: Alasdair Howorth and Firdose Moonda #wafcon #nigeria #southafrica #morocco Follow us on IG: @otw_podcastFollow us on Twitter: @otw_podcastLike us on Facebook: On The Whistle Podcast Show Notes00:00 - Intro 00:30 - Barbara Banda begins with a bang 02:30 - Senegal come out firing in Group A 04:30 - Nigeria look hungry for success 06:00 - No sleeping on Algeria 07:50 - Impressions on the ground from Firdose Moonda 10:00 - Banyana Banyana open win but not at their best 13:00 - South Africa looking forward to cooler conditions 14:00 - In tournament issues - match fees, accommodation, weather and travel Duration: 17:15

In this show we are joined by "Mamma Rugby" herself Dawn Dunn, who helps review the Springboks first Test match of the season against a spirited Italy. Dawn also shares her thoughts on the spying allegations levelled against Rassie Erasums by his old enemy Warren Gatland, host Zayn Nabbi says he's actually seen the Boks spying before in the 2000s, and finally we tell you why Jake White will find another coaching job, but it's likely to end in a bridge or two being burned yet again. Hosts: Zayn Nabbi and Courtney Freese Guest: Dawn Dunn (South African rugby exert) #springboks #erasmus #gatland #italy #southafrica #spygate Follow us on IG: @otw_podcastFollow us on Twitter: @otw_podcastLike us on Facebook: On The Whistle Podcast Show Notes00:00 - Intro 01:30 - Rassie left "frustrated" after Boks 42-24 win over Italy 07:00 - Bomb squad failed to explode into action 09:00 - Set piece mayhem - what went wrong? 16:30 - We hit the mailbag to hear what you think about Siya Kolisi's future 23:00 - "Spygate" allegations by Warren Gatland 27:30 - Springboks have spied in the past, Zayn provides examples 33:30 - Jake White fallout and split opinions on what next for the World Cup winner 38:00 - Did White's World Cup came with a lucky draw...Dawn's not having it!!! Duration: 46:45

The champions of Africa are back! Banyana Banyana are seeking to defend their crown but all is not well in South African football. Can Desiree Ellis work her magic again?Host: Ali HoworthGuest: Busisiwe Mokwena (South African journalist)#banyanabanyana #bafanabafana #psl #wafcon #woso #africanfootball #africa Follow us on IG: @otw_podcastFollow us on Twitter: @otw_podcastLike us on Facebook: On The Whistle Podcast Show Notes00:00 - Intro 01:35 - Problems in South Africa08:23 - An aging squad needing a refresh13:45 - How will Banyana do at WAFCONDuration: 20:48

Ghana go into the 2025 edition of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) as one of the outsiders at the tournament, but, if the Black Queens can get out of the group then they might have a path to the final if a few results go their way. Host: Alasdair Howorth Guest: Akosua Adjei (Ghanian Sportscaster) #ghana #wafcon Follow us on IG: @otw_podcastFollow us on Twitter: @otw_podcastLike us on Facebook: On The Whistle Podcast Show Notes00:00 - Intro 02:30 - Ghana "in a state of rebuilding" 12:00 - Impressions of new coach Kim Björkegren 16:15 - Black Queens to watch 22:30 - Ghana have a path to the final... Duration: 27:27

Morocco are motivated to go one better at this year's Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after they finished as runners up at the last tournament. The Atlas Lionesses are likely to be semi-finals playing at home, but with the home crowd firmly behind them, the hosts will be eyeing a place in the final.Host: Alasdair Howorth Guest: Kaoutar Alaidi (Moroccan Sports Journalist) #morocco #wafcon Follow us on IG: @otw_podcastFollow us on Twitter: @otw_podcastLike us on Facebook: On The Whistle Podcast Show Notes00:00 - Intro 02:45 - Sense of excitement as tournament kickoff draws near 06:00 - Morocco a team that "can compete with the best"11:30 - No outcry over use of smaller stadiums 18:00 - Expectations high for the tournament hosts 20:20 - Prediction time Duration: 23:45

Nigerian Super Falcon Ashleigh Plumptre returns to the pod to chat all things WAFCON. She tells us why she moved to Saudi Arabia, how painful it was missing the Olympics and most importantly why the Super Falcons want revenge at the WAFCON.Host: Ali HoworthGuest: Ashleigh Plumptre (Nigeria Super Falcons defender)#superfalcons #supereagles #nigeria #wafcon #afcon #worldcup #woso Follow us on IG: @otw_podcastFollow us on Twitter: @otw_podcastLike us on Facebook: On The Whistle Podcast Show Notes00:00 - Intro 01:04 - Moving to Saudi Arabia12:05 - Frustrations with WAFCON delays17:11 - How are the Super Falcons looking?24:41 - What is the situation with payments?29:06 - Want revenge against MoroccoDuration: 32:22

In this episode we take a deep dive on Zambia and tell you why the Cooper Queens firepower up front will be hard to stop at the WAFCON as the team's front line is lead by superstars Barbara Banda and Racheal Kundananji. Host: Alasdair Howorth Guest: Aaron Mubanga (Zambian football journalist) #zambia #wafcon #banda #KundananjiFollow us on IG: @otw_podcastFollow us on Twitter: @otw_podcastLike us on Facebook: On The Whistle Podcast Show Notes00:00 - Intro 02:00 - How has Zambia become such a hub for talent? 09:30 - World Cup win showed what the Copper Queens could do 16:00 - Zambian strike force can outscore anyone 22:00 - Fans expectations Duration: 24:45

The Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) kicks off on July 5, and ahead of tournament we preview Nigeria's chances for success in Morocco. The Super Falcons go in as one of favourites, and will be looking for redemption after falling short in the last edition when they were knocked out in the semis. Host: Alasdair Howorth Guest: Jane Frances Nweze (Nigerian Journalist) #nigeria #superfalcons #wafcon Follow us on IG: @otw_podcastFollow us on Twitter: @otw_podcastLike us on Facebook: On The Whistle Podcast Show Notes00:00 - Intro 01:20 - Super Falcons looking for Moroccan redemption 10:00 - Off-field challenges facing Super Falcons 15:00 - Superstar Asisat Oshoala has a big role in the team despite lack of form19:00 - "No easy team for Nigeria" 25:45 - WAFCON prediction time... Duration: 28:10

The party continues in the United States at the FIFA Club World Cup, but it does so without an African presence. In this pod we lament, celebrate and look back at how the Africans did at the tournament and what next for each team. Hosts: Zayn Nabbi and Alasdair Howorth #sundowns #wydad #alahly #esperance #fifacwc #alhilal Follow us on IG: @otw_podcastFollow us on Twitter: @otw_podcastLike us on Facebook: On The Whistle Podcast Show Notes00:00 - Intro 01:30 - Al Ahly's campaign hinged on a missed penalty 09:30 - Sundowns missed opportunity or pride at brave performances? 19:30 - Esperance had "the best" Club World Cup of all African teams 23:00 - Wydad "the biggest disappointment" 27:00 - Celebrating the African fans in the US 31:30 - "The rest of the world" wants FIFA CWC 36:45 - WAFCON coming up... Duration: 37:50