SL Podcast The International News Desk

The International News Desk

The International News Desk is a SL Podcast exclusive which sees former Mamelodi Sundowns and Ajax Cape Town goalie Sean Roberts pick the brain fo Soccer Laduma International news correspondent Kurt Buckerfield. The guys talk all things International football from league to country!
Weekly English South Africa Sports · Sports
56 Episodes
32 – 52

What’s Next For Messi and Mbappe?

The UEFA Champions League tends to be a competition that separates the strong from the weak. Giants of Europe face off against one another, with the best team emerging as the Champions of Europe. As the competition heads into the business end, the opponents only get tougher, and winning becomes…
9 Mar 2023 29 min

How ten Hag Reclaimed The Untied Fans’ Trust!

Die-hard supporters, neutral fans, and rival teams are seeing Manchester United edging back to the days of Sir Alex Ferguson. The Red Devils are in red-hot form with the players providing high-quality football for the world to watch. It goes without saying that Eric ten Hag has revolutionised the team…
3 Mar 2023 16 min

How Has ten Hag Has Pivoted United?

After a less-than-poor start to the season, Eric ten Hag and Manchester United are looking as if they have returned to the frightening team they once were during Sir Alex Ferguson's days. Teams are now looking clueless when they have the ball against the Red Devil and United is now…
23 Feb 2023 17 min

Messi's Future Revealed?

Lionel Messi's future is up in the air after his father, Jorge Messi, recently spoke out and said the recent World Cup winner will not be heading back to Barcelona. In an interview, he said that he has not spoken with Barcelona's president, Joan Laporta. Keep in mind that Messi…
17 Feb 2023 18 min

The Financial Battles Of Manchester!

Manchester United has been owned by the Glazers since 2005 when the Red Devils were purchased for £790 million. In these 17 years, the United faithful have been treated to countless trophies, domestic and European, but in recent years. Recently, fans have been visually frustrated with the style of ownership…
10 Feb 2023 14 min

How Chelsea Manipulated The Rules...

The January transfer window is officially closed for all English Clubs with close to £1 Billion being spent. London-based club Chelsea FC, under new American owner Todd Boehly splashed the cash having brought in 8 new players worth around £300 million. These transfers have ruffled some feathers with the football…
2 Feb 2023 15 min

Cooking Books, Kasi Flavour And A Superstar Showdown!

During an expedition fixture between Al Nassr and Paris Saint-Germain, Cristiano Ronaldo took the pitch to face off against Lionel Messi for what could be the last time in History. A team combined of Al Nassr and Al Hilal players saw the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Luis Gustavo, and Anderson…
26 Jan 2023 17 min

Magical Messi, Ronaldo’s Antics, and The Manchester Derby

It is no secret that Cristiano Ronaldo has been a massive talking point in recent weeks, especially since his outrageous interview with British journalist Piers Morgan. CR7's European downfall was due to him not getting game time under United boss Eric ten Hag, as the dutchman stood up to CR7…
13 Jan 2023 19 min

Why Ronaldo Should Take This Offer...

The 2022 FIFA World Cup group stages are coming to a close with the majority of qualified teams already through to the next round. Only 4 spots are left. So far, this world cup has brought an immense level of excitement, with results causing shock and surprise throughout - most…
2 Dec 2022 22 min

How CR7 Shot Himself In The Foot!

As we all know, Cristiano Ronaldo has recently been interviewed by an internet troll, Piers Morgan. The Portuguese superstar, unbeknownst to him, shot himself in the foot by unleashing and revealing his hard, and honest opinions on Manchester United and manager Erik ten-Hag. This act of cowardliness has not been…
17 Nov 2022 23 min

Could Messi Move To The MLS?

Arguably the greatest player of all time, Lionel Messi, has been in the tabloids in recent days after a very respected journalist came out and said that the little genius could be making a surprise move to Inter-Miami in the MLS. Inter Miami, the club co-owned by Former Manchester United…
3 Nov 2022 16 min

Why Is Ronaldo Misbehaving?

Manchester United Striker and footballing legend Cristiano Ronaldo has once again directed the world's attention to him after he stormed out of Old Trafford During the win over Tottenham hotspurs a week ago. The 37-year-old forward admittedly refused to be subbed on by head coach Erik ten-Hag, causing a slight…
27 Oct 2022 13 min

Why Benzema Deserves The Praise!

The 2022 Ballon D'Or ceremony was recently held by the France Football federation and for the first time in the history of the award, the criteria looked slightly different. In the past, the players were judged during the European Seasons, however this time round, the calendar year was the time…
20 Oct 2022 16 min

Messi's Future, Haaland's Dominance, and a UCL Review!

Current PSG Superstar Lionel Messi is having a season to remember; 8 goals and 8 assists including a few spectacular freekicks, It seems as if the little maestro is back at his best. News coming out of France, by a journalist very close to Messi, is that 'Leo' could be…
6 Oct 2022 16 min

UEFA Nations League, HBUFC and a Witch Doctor?

The UEFA Nations League is back and as per normal, bringing yawns and confusion to football fans around the world. UEFA decided it would be a good idea to take International friendlies, and make them into a competition, much to the demise of footballers who have complained bout the busy…
22 Sep 2022 19 min

Does Antony Warrant €100 Million?

Manchester United has never been afraid to splash the cash; Pogba for £94 million, Maguire for £80, and Lukaku for £76 million are 3 of the top 4 expensive transfers in the clubs' history. The connection? These three players have flopped for the Red Devils and the worry with that…
1 Sep 2022 12 min

Are UTD Better Off Without CR7?

For the first time in over 100 years, Manchester United lost their two opening matches of the season, first to Brighton which saw the Seagulls overcome Man Utd 4-1, and then Brentford put another 4 past the red devils. All eyes were fixated on Manchester United vs Liverpool; protests were…
25 Aug 2022 10 min

Man Utd For Sale?

Since 2005, the Glazer family has owned the majority stake in Manchester United Football Club. They have invested millions into making the club world-class, however, in recent years, they have played a major role in the club's destruction. Lack of football knowledge, greed, and selfishness have proved to be the…
18 Aug 2022 13 min

Benni to Man Utd: Is He More Respected Abroad?

The Biggest news coming out of the mother city is Benni McCarthy’s new coaching role. The Cape-Town-born legend has recently joined Manchester United in a forward coach position, under the guidance of Erik ten Hag. The Champions League winner will have a major say and hand in the way the…
4 Aug 2022 25 min

Is Ronaldo Finished?

A fairytale return that ended up in a sticky situation, Cristiano Ronaldo has not changed his stance on his future. The Portuguese legend returned to Manchester in a move that took the world by storm, however that talking point has taken a turn for the worst. CR7 wants out. He…
28 Jul 2022 16 min
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