SL Podcast Fan Reaction Show

Fan Reaction Show

The Fan Reaction show features your voice! The SL Podcast's fans comment on games, signings and all the happenings in Mzansi Football.

This is the show where we give a voice to the fans and allow them the platform to express their opinions on big games and breaking news. Fans send their thoughts to us through voice notes and Facebook comments, and always bring the banter!
Weekly English South Africa Sports · Sports
214 Episodes
32 – 52

Will Sundowns Dominate This Season?

In recent days, breaking news hit the airwaves with Thabo Cele ‘agreeing personal terms’ with Kaizer Chiefs. The 26-year-old has spent close to a decade plying his trade in Europe where he is currently playing for Polish outfit Radomiak Radom. Chiefs are currently still in negotiations with the Bafana Bafana…
4 Aug 2023 13 min

‘Kaizer Chiefs Can’t Manage Youngsters’

Kaizer Chiefs have signed some young stars in recent years, however, the lack of game time for these players is quite a concern. Many players arrived at Chiefs with the idea of them being the next big stars, however, the lack of game time, nurturing and confidence has seen them…
27 Jul 2023 13 min

Does SAFA and The PSL Care For Fans?

The 2023/24 Dstv Premiership Season edges ever closer, and the fans are worried about the net costs involved in watching a match live. Transport, merchandise, ad-hoc and ticket prices accumulate to figures that seem far too unreasonable. Mzansi has been pleading with the PSL and with SAFA for changes to…
21 Jul 2023 11 min

‘Billiat’s Heart Is No Longer With Chiefs’

Kaizer Chiefs recently provided an update surrounding the news which suggests Khama Billat is unreachable. The glamours are hoping to make contact with the Zimbabwean to table a new deal. As it stands, Vina Maphosa, the communications manager of Kaizer Chiefs, provided some much needed clarity on Billiat’s situation and…
14 Jul 2023 9 min

Is Komphela The Right Man For Swallows?

Moroka Swallows have recently appointed Steve Komphela as head coach, after a lengthy spell with Mamelodi Sundowns. Steve explained that he felt somewhat ‘forced to the sidelines’ after Rhulani Mokwena announced that he was wanting to work with new a technical team. Komphela spent 3 years with the reigning Dstv…
6 Jul 2023 6 min

‘Ntseki Doesn’t Belong At Chiefs’

The transfer window is well and truly open with Orlando Pirates making the most headway thus far. The Buccaneers have acquired the signature of Sephelo Baloni from Cape Town All Stars, Katlego Otladisa from Marumo Gallants, Melusi Buthelezi from TS Galaxy, and Patrick Maswanganyi from SuperSport United. The Sea Robbers…
30 Jun 2023 9 min

“Ngezana Must Not Return To The PSL”

Siyabonga Ngezana has joined an elite set of players who have made the move out of the PSL, and into Europe. The Former Kaizer Chiefs defender has put pen to paper and signed for Romanian Ligue 1 club, Fotbol Club FCSB. The versatile defender spent seven seasons with the Glamour…
19 Jun 2023 9 min

Why The Carling Knockout Cup Brings Dstv Premiership Fans Hope!

In July 2022, the PSL announced that the Carling Cup, historically played between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates, will be scrapped as a whole, with the Carling Knockout Cup taking its place. This tournament will see all 16 PSL teams taking part, with the fans of Mzansi having the final…
8 Jun 2023 12 min

How Riveiro Proved Everyone Wrong!

Orlando Pirates assigned Jose Riveiro as head coach just under a year ago and many Buccaneer fans were skeptical of this appointment. Some even went as far as calling the Spaniard a 'plumber.' Riveiro can rest easy knowing that he proved Mzansi wrong this season. He helped Pirates to 2…
31 May 2023 14 min

Have Sundowns Been Successful This Season?

Mamelodi Sundowns have born knocked out of the CAF Champions League, losing by goal difference to Moroccan giants Wydad AC. Masandawana failed to score away from home and then let 2 goals slip on home soil. One of the goals which Ronwen Williams conceded came from one of his teammates,…
24 May 2023 11 min

Zwane and Hooligans: How Fans Let Chiefs Down…

Kaizer Chiefs have lost yet another game, making them winless in 4 matches. Their most recent loss, came at the hands of former Kaizer Chiefs Coach Gavin Hunt; as he and his SuperSport United downed Chiefs 1-0 when they met on Saturday 13 May at the Royal Bafokeng Sports Palace…
17 May 2023 19 min

"Zwane Looks Lost At Chiefs"

Kazier Chiefs are to once again finish a season without tasting silverware. For 8 consecutive seasons, Kaizer Chiefs have struggled to write their name on a trophy and the fans are understandably upset. Having a multitude of coaches and opportunities during this time, they still can't seem to claim a…
10 May 2023 12 min

Will Pirates Join Sundowns In The CAFCL?

The 2022/23 Dstv Premiership title race is well and truly over, but we have an exciting race for second place on our hands. Orlando Pirates, SuperSport United, and Kaizer Chiefs are battling it out to become the second team to represent South Africa in the CAF Champions League. 6 points…
5 May 2023 20 min

Will Chiefs Crumble in Qualifying for CAF?

Historically speaking, Kaizer Chiefs have cemented themselves to be one of the biggest clubs in the country, perhaps even the continent. Their ever-growing fan base and support clubs flock to the stadiums to watch their team perform. But in recent years, including the 2022/23 DStv Premiership season, the glamour boys…
26 Apr 2023 10 min

Have Sundowns Become Complacent? The Fans Answer!

Mamelodi Sundowns shockingly exited the 2023 Nedbank Cup thanks to Stellenbosch FC's Iqraam Rayners. The 27-year-old netted a well-deserved brace in 9 minutes against Masandawana. This match ended in the students' favour, 2-1. Downs have now 'dropped' points in their last 4 games and questions of complacency have been asked…
20 Apr 2023 14 min

“Chiefs Are Their Own Worst Enemy”

Kaizer Chiefs in recent years have not lived up to the standards that Mzansi knows. The glamour boys last tasted silverware during the 2014/15 season when they won the DStv Premiership title. Chiefs, historically, are one of the biggest clubs on the continent, but there have been many challenges that…
11 Apr 2023 11 min

The PSL Is Boring - Mzansi 

Mamelodi Sundowns had a league bye this weekend, but that didn't stop them from winning yet another DStv Premiership League title. Sundowns were playing in the CAF Champions League, but were relying on Chippa United to prevent SuperSport United from beating them. The Chilli Boys are 'owed one' by Sundowns,…
3 Apr 2023 12 min

Good, Better, Broos!

The Fan Reaction show features your voice! The SL Podcast's fans comment on games, signings and all the happenings in Mzansi Football. This is the show where we give a voice to the fans and allow them the platform to express their opinions on big games and breaking news. Fans…
29 Mar 2023 15 min

Who Will Join Sundowns?

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has announced his 23-man squad who will face off against Liberia in back-to-back AFCOn qualifier matches. Broos has to include some household names but has also extended wonderful opportunities to some new faces. Broos and his squad have it all to play for as failure…
24 Mar 2023 17 min

“Sundowns Should Replace Bafana”

The CAF Champions League continues this weekend which sees Mamelodi Sundowns take on Al Hilal on Saturday 18 March. Sundowns will be going into this fixture with loads of confidence after they recently walked over Al Ahly 5-2. Masandawana proved their brilliance during this fixture after netting 3 goals within…
16 Mar 2023 16 min
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