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Starting conversations around the hottest (or often ignored) topics in football. If you're looking for robust discussions around football ecosystems, the history of the sport, football marketing as well as in-depth tactical analysis, then you've come to the right place. Follow the exciting conversations as Rotimi Daramola talks to fans, journalists, policy shapers and decision makers in the beautiful game of football. Follow and subscribe to this feed so you don't miss an episode.

  1. FEB 15

    Lookman, Myanmar not Miami, and the Luck of Geography in Football (Ep. 238)

    According to the Bible, "...time and chance happeneth to them all." This is especially true about talent recognition in football. It's one of the major reasons why many aspiring players either fall victim to scam offers or fail to make it to the big stage. In this episode of the podcast, Rilwan Balogun joins us to discuss footballer education, and how the luck of time and geography influences talent recognition. We also review Ademola Lookman's move to Spain, Arsenal's title chances and coaches taking responsibility. Time Stamp 00:00 - 04:30 - Introduction04:30 - 06:50 - The Mystery of Some 'Pro' Players06:50 - 12:20 - How the 'Luck' of Time and Geography Influences Talent Recognition12:20 - 30:00 - Myanmar Instead of Miami: Africa's Hydra-headed Football Problem30:00 - 40:40 - Analyzing CAF's Latest Decisions40:40 - 53:30 - Discussing Arsenal's Premier League Title Race53:30 - 1:02:00 - Ademola Lookman at Atletico Madrid: January's Most-impactful Signing in Europe?1:02:00 - End - Hansi Flick's High Line and Arrogant Arne Follow us on social media @the90minsplus

    1h 12m

  2. FEB 2

    A Unique Budget, AFCON 2060 and Football's Struggles in Nigeria (Ep. 237)

    Why does football seem to struggle in Nigeria? What's stopping Nigeria from hosting the 2060 AFCON tournament? What makes Chelsea such a difficult side to predict in cup competitions? We try to answer these questions and touch on other topics in the latest episode of the podcast. Episode Timestamp 00:00 - 05:10 - Introduction, Uefa Champions League and the Super Bowl05:10 - 13:15 - Papa-isere Lekan Salami Stadium and the Incoming "Traffic"13:15 - 29:00 - Why is Football in Nigeria not Making as Much Money as it Should29:00 - 31:00 - Football and its Supporting Ecosystems31:00 - 39:00 - Politicking and Incredible Budgets: Can Nigeria Celebrate 100 Years of Independence with an AFCON Tournament?39:00 - 52:00 - UEFA Champions League Play-offs52:00 - 56:30 - National Sports Commission's Unique Budget and CAF Sanctions56:30 - 1:00:00 - Analyzing The Interview1:00:00 - End - Is CAF Due a Nigerian President?For more podcast content, follow us on social media @the90minsplus

    1h 9m

  3. JAN 23

    Top Tier AFCON Tainted by Distasteful Officiating and Commentary (Ep. 236)

    In the second episode of the year, we review the just-concluded Africa Cup of Nations tournament in Morocco. We touch on the dramatic final in Rabat, discuss conspiracy theories and highlight disappointing officiating and distasteful color commentaries. We also had time to compare Nigeria with Senegal and Morocco, for both on and off the pitch performances and progress after the tournament. Not forgetting, we had time to ask: Dear NFF, where has all the prize 'monies' gone? Episode Timestamp 00:00 - 01:30 - Introduction and Tosin's 'Aggressive' Start01:30 - 02:45 - Podcast Line-up and @the90minsplus on Social Media 02:45 - 06:00 - 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Review06:00 - 15:30 - Rabat's Dramatic Final and AFCON 2025's Digraceful Officiating15:30 - 19:15 - Debunking (or Confirming?) the Conspiracies Around A Rigged Tournament19:15 - 26:50 - Africa's Refeereing Dilemma and the Politics Behind It26:50 - 37:30 - NFF's Opaque Tournament Prize Money Expenditure37:30 - 51:25 - Nigerian's Golden Bronze: Comparing Processes, Investments and Positioning51:25 - 1:00:10 - Tactical Analysis of Super Eagles' AFCON Performance1:00:10 - 1:05:00 - Ex-Internationals Disappoint in Color Commentary Role1:05:00 - End - Greater Paris, AFCON's Biggest Talent Pool and the Deloittee Money Football League Want more podcast content? Looking to further discuss some of the topics on this show? Tweet at us @the90minsplus For further reads: Greater Paris: AFCON's Biggest Talent Pool Deloitte Football Money League 2026

    1h 12m

  4. JAN 8

    AFCON '25: Africa's Top 8 and the Effect of 'Optimal Playing Conditions' (Ep. 235)

    The 2025 edition of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is down to its final eight teams. With heavyweight clashes looming ahead, we preview the tactical battles to look out for while predicting potential finalists. We also take time to discuss how the playing conditions in Morocco have produced top tier football and how the North African side is setting the standard for African football. Follow us on social media @the90minsplus

    1h 1m

  5. 06/25/2024

    Ancelotti's Structured Freedom, Kroos Kontrol and Mr. Champions League (Ep. 234)

    In this episode, Gabi and Adebukola join me to preview Real Madrid's 2023/2024 season. A phenomenal season by all standards, the fans talk me through Madrid losing just once through out the season and Carlo's "quiet leadership." We also talk about the evolution of Vini Jr., Madrid without Kroos, Bellingham's growth and the future of Mbappe at the Santiago Bernabeu. Check out the time stamp below: 00:00 - 07:02 - Introduction 07:02 - 15:30 - Real Madrid's 2023/2024 Season: The Highs and Lows 15:30 - 30:35 - The Evolution of Vini Jr. 30:35 - 45:55 - Discussing Carlo Ancelotti's 'Structured Freedom' and 'Quiet Leadership' 45:55 - 1:00:45 - Remembering Toni Kroos 1:00:45 - 1:09:40 - All the Questions about Kylian Mbappe as a Real Madrid Player 1:09:40 - 1:16:40 - Jude Bellingham: The Rave of the Moment 1:16:40 - End - The Classic Five-a-Side Battle Don't forget to leave a rating where you get this podcast. Also follow us on X @The90MinsPlus.

    1h 26m

  6. 03/31/2024

    FIFA Master 101: A Deep Dive into the Highest Ranked Sports Management Course in Europe (Ep. 233)

    "Revelatory. Expository. Insightful." In this episode, Debola Adebanjo joins us (again) to discuss life after leaving the BBC. As a 2022 graduate, she also shares detailed insight into how the FIFA Master programme works, work ethics that influence and Arsenal. Check out the time-stamp below: 00:00 - Meet Debola Adebanjo (again) 03:40 - Leaving the Beeb: What it felt like and why 13:25 - Takeaways from working at the BBC 26:00 - FIFA Master 101: Getting in 40:00 - A Breakdown of the FIFA Master's Approach to Sport 53:35 - FIFA Master: Diversity and Life after the programme 1:11:00 - Analyzing the FIFA Master Modules 1:15:50 - The (hardly-spoken-about) Hard Part of being an International Student 1:26:00 - Discussing Arteta and Arsenal 1:36:00 - Round-up Follow us on X ⁠@The90MinsPlus

    1h 39m

  7. 03/14/2024

    Unveiling the Mystery of Women's Football in Nigeria (Ep. 232)

    In this episode, Dorcas takes us through the world of women's football in Nigeria. She highlights the women's league, points out its challenges and reveals its money channels. Find the timeline below 00:00 - 03:22 - Introduction 03:22 - 04:15 - Celebrating Women's Day 04:15 - 08:00 - Why Women's Football? 08:45 - 09:45 - Follow Dorcas on Twitter 09:45 - 13:06 - Understanding the Difference between NWFL and NWPL? 13:06 - 21:02 - Covering the NWPL: The Good, the Bad and all in Between 21:02 - 26:00 - Why is the League Currently on Hold? 26:00 - 33:07 - Money Channels in the League? 33:07 - 37:30 - The Falcons, Voodoo and the Lionesses 37:30 - 42:50 - Replicating the World Cup Form in Paris 42:50 - 46:45 - Most Memorable NWPL Games 46:45 - 49:12 - Understanding the Abridged League Format 49:12 - End - Closing Remarks, Finding Dorcas, Team to Look out for Follow us on X @The90MinsPlus

    1 hr

  8. 03/06/2024

    How Far Away is Arteta from a Premier League Title This Season? (Ep. 231)

    At this stage last season, the Gunners were Premier League title contenders. That year, they had only Manchester City to contend with - and they came short. This season, Arteta's men are in a three-horse race for league title, with Liverpool also in the race. With a better team at his disposal, what's stopping Arsenal from a first title win in two decades? Follow us on Twitter @The90MinsPlus

    11 min
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Starting conversations around the hottest (or often ignored) topics in football. If you're looking for robust discussions around football ecosystems, the history of the sport, football marketing as well as in-depth tactical analysis, then you've come to the right place. Follow the exciting conversations as Rotimi Daramola talks to fans, journalists, policy shapers and decision makers in the beautiful game of football. Follow and subscribe to this feed so you don't miss an episode.

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  • Creator
    Rotimi Daramola
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    234
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Rotimi Daramola
  • Show Website
    90 Minutes Plus