Episodes
In the latest edition of Izinja zeGame, Stanton Lewis speaks to Josta Dladla about getting into the cannabis game, being forced into early retirement, ‘greedy’ agents, playing for Pirates as a youngster, playing with superstars in Amsterdam, falling out with Foppe de Haan, and being tapped up by Bobby Motaung.
Published 11/21/24
George '17' Lebese speaks to former teammate Josta Dladla about being discarded after 30, the real reasons for leaving Kaizer Chiefs, getting ‘done’ by his agent, being ‘tapped up’ by Pitso Mosimane, disappointment at Chloorkop, and not fulfilling his talent.
Published 11/14/24
Legendary Mamelodi Sundowns player Isaac Shai talks to Josta Dladla about coaching the young ones, trialing with 10 000 other kids, working with the legendary Screamer Tshabalala, the brilliance of Chukwu and Feutmba, the origin of 'ShoeShine & Piano', and winning three league titles in a row.
Published 10/24/24
Former Sundowns and Hellenic player-turned-manager Trevor Mosehathebe talks to Josta Dladla about joining a galaxy of stars at Chloorkop, a career-ending injury in Cape Town, working under a young Gavin Hunt, writing for Kick Off magazine, and becoming a player manager.
Published 10/17/24
Former Kaizer Chiefs, Wits University and SuperSport United defender Isaac Mabotsa speaks to Josta Dladla about 'Iceman' the coach, struggling with depression after football, ‘father figure’ Farouk Khan, leaving Chiefs for Wits, being disrespected by Black Aces, and his friendship with Jabu Pule.
Published 10/10/24
Former Wits, Sundowns, Moroka Swallows & Bafana Bafana player Lovers Mohlala talks to Josta Dladla about sleeping at Marks Park, having his dreams shattered by Kaizer Chiefs, choosing Sundowns over Pirates, the legend of 'Bra Stan', faking his own kidnapping, and taking a gun to contract talks.
Published 09/26/24
In the second of a two-part podcast, Tefu Mashamaite talks about breaking through at Wits, being tapped up by ‘Bobsteak’, trying to fit in at Naturena, the REAL reasons for leaving Kaizer Chiefs, being branded a ‘traitor’, and his biggest regret.
Published 09/19/24
In the first of a two-part podcast, Tefu Mashamaite talks to Josta Dladla about the importance of education, being inspired by Kaizer Chiefs as a youngster, the need to sacrifice to succeed, and flourishing under Farouk Khan at Stars of Africa.
Published 09/12/24
Bongani 'Drogba' Ndulula talks to Josta Dladla about a lack of loyalty in football, being kicked out at Bloem Celtic, playing with ‘Grootman’ Benni, falling foul of Muti, making poor decisions at Kaizer Chiefs, and Chippa United being his biggest regret.
Published 09/05/24
Matthew Booth speaks to Josta Dladla about a passion to give back to the game, finding a galaxy of stars at Chloorkop, dealing with coaching frauds, missing out on a West Ham move, and being chased through a park by Russian gangsters.
Published 08/30/24
Fan favourite Mark ‘Professor’ Mayambela opens up about coaching being in his blood, growing up as a Kaizer Chiefs fan, having never wanted to join Orlando Pirates, and never reaching his full potential.
Published 08/23/24
Former AmaZulu, Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates, Wits & Cape Town City striker Lehlohonolo Majoro speaks to Josta Dladla about close friendship with Itu Khune, being overlooked at varsity, being ‘saved’ by Manqoba Mangqithi, meeting the ‘big names’ at Kaizer Chiefs, crossing the great divide, and being the ultimate MTN8 bridesmaid.
Published 08/15/24
Former Bloemfontein Celtic, Sundowns, Maritzburg United & Platinum Stars left-back Elias Ngwepe talks to Josta Dladla about the fanatical Bloemfontein Celtic fans, receiving a personal phone call from Patrice Motsepe, being surrounded by superstars at Sundowns, and losing ‘one of the best’ in Gift Leremi.
Published 08/08/24
Goalscorer supreme Collins 'Ntofontofo' Mbesuma speaks to Josta Dladla about starting his career as a left-back, being shouted at by Muhsin Ertugral, scoring against Kaizer Chiefs, and a lack of leadership among the current crop of AmaKhosi players. With a special guest appearance from Fabian McCarthy!
Published 08/02/24
Thuso Phala opens up about his struggles with alcohol after football, not being ready for the big Kaizer Chiefs move, being saved by Owen da Gama, the brilliance of Stuart Baxter, age-cheating, and becoming a dancing sensation.
Published 07/25/24
Moroka Swallows legend Andries 'Chaka Chaka' Mpondo speaks to Josta Dladla about legends being forgotten in South Africa, the forgotten school soccer scene in Soweto, spotting Doctor Khumalo’s talent early, fearing death against Wits University, and being a one-club man.
Published 07/18/24
Former Bafana Bafana defender Benson Mhlongo speaks to Josta Dladla about enjoying life on and off the field, winning titles with ease at Sundowns, being forced into an Orlando Pirates move, and the ultimate comeback story at Platinum Stars.
Published 07/11/24
Dikgang ‘Terminator’ Mabalane speaks to Josta Dladla about building character at Jomo Cosmos, almost quitting football because of Pitso Mosimane, turning down Sundowns, Bafana Bafana heartbreak, and hitting the big time at Orlando Pirates!
Published 07/04/24
Welcome to the 17th episode of our podcast, Izinja zeGame, proudly powered by MTNFC.
In the final episode of Season 1, host Josta Dladla speaks to former African Wanderers, Manning Rangers, Orlando Pirates and Moroka Swallows left-back Innocent Chikoya.
The ex-Zimbabwean international opens up about the genius of Gordon Igesund, becoming an unlikely champion at Rangers, being given nine by Kaizer Chiefs, and back-to-back titles at Pirates.
Published 05/30/24
Former Bloem Celtic, Jomo Cosmos and Moroka Swallows midfielder Lefa Tsutsulupa speaks to Josta Dladla about finding his footballing feet in the Free State, getting done in by Jomo Sono, incurring Gavin Hunt’s wrath at Swallows, and missing out on the 2010 World Cup.
Published 05/23/24
Former AmaTuks, Orlando Pirates, Black Aces, Cape Town City and Sundowns winger Aubrey Ngoma chats to Josta Dladla about breaking into the pro leagues, surprising Augusto Palacios at Orlando Pirates, being approached by Kaizer Chiefs, and dark times at Sundowns.
Published 05/16/24
Former Free State Stars, Orlando Pirates and Cape Town City midfielder Mpho Makola chats to Josta Dladla about snapping in the MTN8 final, missing out on a Kaizer Chiefs contract, losing his ‘brother’ Senzo Meyiwa, and getting ‘betrayed’ by Polokwane City.
Published 05/09/24
Former Bush Bucks and Sundowns winger Clement Mazibuko talks to Josta Dladla about driving a taxi to his Bush Bucks trials, going three days without food in Umtata, surviving two hi-jackings, and being Patrice Motsepe's first ever signing.
Published 05/02/24
'Double Treble'-winning Orlando Pirates midfielder Oupa Manyisa talks to Josta Dladla about training with Man United, being booed by the Bucs' faithful, madness in Lubumbashi, and being forced to join Mamelodi Sundowns.
Published 04/25/24