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The WAFCON semis are fast approaching and we tell you what to look out for ahead of the big games coming up this week. The Super Falcons are soaring, Morocco roaring, while Ghana and South Africa just did enough to make the final four.

Host: Ali Howorth

#morocco #southafrica #nigeria #ghana

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Show Notes

00:00 - Intro

01:00 - Super Falcons put down a marker against Zambia

08:00 - "Nigeria are favourites" to win tournament

09:00 - Morocco look dominant once again

12:00 - Ghana grind their way into the semis

18:00 - Odds stacked against Banyana Banyana

Duration: 25:38

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The Springboks have won all their home games ahead of the Rugby Championship, and in this pod we run our rule on their performances and where they are now in terms of their preparations for the tournament. We also look at their rivals and explain why the All Blacks are being "poorly coached" despite a series win over the French.

Hosts: Zayn Nabbi and Courtney Freese

Guest: Caleb Mutombwa (Rugby Journalist)

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Show Notes

00:00 - Intro

02:00 - Springboks report card after Autumn Internationals

06:15 - Concerns at flyhalf for the Boks

10:45 - Springboks biggest blindspot right now

16:00 - Siya Kolisi will get to 100 caps, but then what...

21:30 - A quick look at SA's rivals

25:00 - All Blacks are "poorly coached" by Scott Robertson

30:00 - Zimbabwe's back at the RWC

37:00 - We hit the mailbag

Duration: 38:45

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The Women's Africa Cup of Nations KO rounds take place this Friday and Saturday, and our team of experts wrap up the ground stages, and tell you what to expect in the knockout rounds.

Host: Ali Howorth

Guest: Firdose Moonda

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Show Notes

00:00 - Intro

00:45 - Who emerged from the Group of Death, aka Group A

07:45 - Nigeria are the "Defensive Queens"

11:15 - Algeria are the tournament's surprise package

14:30 - Banyana Banyana share the goals as they progress to the KOs

17:30 - Political tensions between Algeria and Tunisia

Duration: 21:21

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Fire up the braai, let's get the party started, it's time to eat your favourite pasta and get our takeaways on the Springboks series win over the Italians. The Azzuri were well and truly beaten in the second Test, but our panel believe the Italians provided a good test for the Springboks who are primed to peak over their two games in New Zealand during the Rugby Championships. We also talk about Rassie Erasmus's new innovations (open play lineout mauls), give you our perspective on André Esterhuizen's new hybrid role, and pay tribute to the man, the legend that is Willie le Roux on his 100th Test. 

Hosts: Zayn Nabbi and Courtney Freese

Guest: Peter Stemmet (Al Jazeera Sports Presenter and Front Row Rugby)

#springboks2024 #erasmus #italy #southafrica

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Show Notes

00:00 - Introduction

02:15 - We hit the mailbag

04:00 - Springboks dominate with 14-men in improved performance

10:00 - Did the Boks innovation disrespect Italy?

18:00 - Set pieces still require improvement

22:30 - Project André Esterhuizen looking very good 

27:00 - 100 Not Out for Willie le Roux - coaching should be his next move 34:45 - Georgia next on the Bok menu

Duration: 37:45

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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

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Show Notes

00:00 - 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

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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)

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Show Notes

00:00 - 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

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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 Howorth

Guest: Busisiwe Mokwena (South African journalist)

#banyanabanyana #bafanabafana #psl #wafcon #woso #africanfootball #africa

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Show Notes

00:00 - Intro

01:35 - Problems in South Africa

08:23 - An aging squad needing a refresh

13:45 - How will Banyana do at WAFCON

Duration: 20:48

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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)

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Show Notes

00:00 - 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

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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)

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Show Notes

00:00 - 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

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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 Howorth

Guest: Ashleigh Plumptre (Nigeria Super Falcons defender)

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Show Notes

00:00 - Intro

01:04 - Moving to Saudi Arabia

12:05 - Frustrations with WAFCON delays

17:11 - How are the Super Falcons looking?

24:41 - What is the situation with payments?

29:06 - Want revenge against Morocco

Duration: 32:22

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