Trap & Pass

Africa Podcast Network

Ever wondered why retired South African Soccer players end up the way the do? While some excel post-football, majority remain with an untold story of what actually influenced the decisions they now live with. Join the Trap & Pass hosts as they explore these untold stories of ex-South African Soccer players, their friends, their girlfriends, and everyone else that shaped their life's decisions, and walk an hour in their shoes.

Episodes

  1. MAR 14

    S3 EP10 | Thuso Phala & Jabu Nkosi | "Hard truth on Alcohol, Accidents & Life off the Pitch."

    South African Soccer Podcast bringing Kasi Flavour: 🔥 This Week’s Episode Breakdown: Soccer Players and Car Accidents - with a focus on the late Siyabonga Zulu. 😲 Jabu’s Wake-Up Call: He thought it was all smoke and mirrors — a prank, maybe a misunderstanding — until reality hit hard. 🤔 Thuso’s Tough Choice: With a match on the line, Thuso debated whether to break the news to the squad, knowing it could shake their focus. 🙄 Locker Room Denial: The team brushed it off at first — another locker room gag — but this time, the truth hit different. 🚘 Setting the Record Straight: The real story? The other driver was the one who was drunk — not the players. They clear the air on what really happened. 🚫 No Booze, No Benders: Thuso pulls no punches — athletes can’t afford the party life. No drinking, no clubbing, no excuses. ⭐ Role Models, Not Party Animals: They talk about flipping the script — senior players must guide the youth toward discipline, not distractions. 💳 SuperSport United’s Black Card: Thuso spills on those VIP team nights out — unlimited tabs, unforgettable memories... but at what cost? 💔 Jabu’s Honest Reflection: In a raw moment, Jabu admits: if he hadn’t been a heavy drinker, would his career have skyrocketed instead? 💬 The Big Debate: 👉 Should clubs book an extra night for players to rest after matches to avoid dangerous late-night travel? 👇 Join the Conversation! Sizwe ukuthi wena uthini — we want YOUR thoughts! 🔴 YOUTUBE — Smash that SUBSCRIBE 📲, LIKE 👍, COMMENT 💬, and SHARE 🔥: /@trapandpassofficial 📲 Stay Plugged In: Trap and Pass Official Linktree

    1h 2m
  2. FEB 28

    S3 EP8 | Thulasizwe "Juju" Mbuyane | The weight of pressure from supporters can make or break you

    South African Soccer Podcast bringing Kasi Flavour⚽ 🔥 THIS EPISODE IS STRAIGHT FIRE! 🔥 From prison pitches to the bright lights of professional football, this week’s guest takes us on a wild ride through his unforgettable career. 🏆⚽ 🔑 HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE EPISODE: Started playing football… for a Prison team when he wanted to be a Warder but ended up on the field instead. Scouted by Garankuwa United after they beat his team—then they offered to gave him a VW Golf to keep him from joining Free State Stars! 🚗💨 His late father bought him his first boots—a moment that shaped his entire journey. Talks about the impact of his parents’ divorce and how it shaped him. He was such a big deal that his jersey was hung up in a tavern! 🍻 Opens up about his Orlando Pirates days, including a missed chance that got replayed for the whole squad—pure embarrassment! 😳 The crazy superstitions in football: Why he was warned NEVER to shower barefoot! 😨 The weight of fan pressure during a rough patch in his career. A tough chapter: Being diagnosed with epilepsy and how it changed his life. Admits to a personal mistake—having a child outside his marriage and how it impacted his family. 💔 The harsh reality of retirement—when the contracts stop, so does the money. 💰 💬 BIG QUESTION: If you were a rising star, would a brand-new car convince you to stay at your boyhood club? 🤔 🔥 Don’t miss this one! Join the conversation & tell us what you think! 🎥 WATCH NOW on YouTube! 🎥 📌 SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, COMMENT & SHARE 📲 Stay connected: https://linktr.ee/TrapandPassOfficial #TrapAndPass #FootballJourney #CristianoRonaldo #ManUtd #KaizerChiefs #ChelseaTrials #FootballStories Production@orlandopiratesfc.co.za

    1h 45m
  3. FEB 21

    S3 EP7 | Michael Nkambule | "Football Broke Me, given the opportunity, I'd NEVER go back!"

    🔥 THIS EPISODE IS A MUST-WATCH! 🔥 We sit down with a footballer whose journey is nothing short of a movie! 🎬⚽ From humble beginnings to sharing a room with legends—his story will blow your mind! 🔴 EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS 🔴 👟 His Late Mother’s Gift – The first pair of boots that started it all. 🏆 From SA to Manchester United? – At just 15, he was spotted by Frank Lord for a possible United trial! 👀 In the Room with Ronaldo! – He was right there when Cristiano Ronaldo signed for Man Utd! 🏟 Face-to-Face with Sir Alex Ferguson! – What really went down in the head office? 💙 Chelsea Trials & World-Class Teammates – The level of talent he trained with will shock you! 🇫🇷 Million-Rand Transfer to France – At just 15 years old, he was making $1,000 a month and sealing a R1M deal in Strasbourg! 🔄 Loaned Back to SuperSport – His 6-month stint at 17 and the lessons learned. 🍻 Football & Alcohol – The raw truth about drinking culture in the game. 💔 Kaizer Chiefs Exit Drama – The emotional split, a lawyer’s betrayal, and what really happened! 📰 AWOL at Sivutsa FC – Making headlines for disappearing—what was the real story? 🇹🇭 Final Chapter in Thailand – His last dance in professional football. 📢 QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What’s the youngest legal age for an overseas transfer if a player is a generational talent? Let’s discuss! 👇 🔥 DON’T MISS OUT! 🔥 📺 Subscribe, Like & Comment on YouTube: @TrapAndPassOfficial 📲 Stay connected: https://linktr.ee/TrapandPassOfficial #TrapAndPass #FootballJourney #CristianoRonaldo #ManUtd #KaizerChiefs #ChelseaTrials #FootballStories

    1h 40m
  4. FEB 14

    S3 EP6 | Tebogo Langerman | "I threw Puff Daddy Parties until Pitso got me fired me from Sundowns.

    🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE OF TRAP & PASS! ⚽🔥 We sit down with a player whose career journey is as wild as his game! From humble beginnings to jaw-dropping stories that’ll leave you speechless: 💥 School, Work & Football Hustle – Started out grinding at Ruimsig FC while juggling a job to make ends meet. 💰 Performance Pays! – Discover how his salary skyrocketed with high-level performances & irresistible incentives. ⚔️ SuperSport Struggles – Breaking into the team wasn’t easy with the fierce competition he faced. 🧙🏽‍♂️ Hexed on the Field?! – He opens up about hallucinations during games, convinced a spell was cast on him. 🚗 Car Chase Chronicles – A hilarious story about getting kicked out of the car when his teammates went "lady hunting." 🐍 Snake Revenge! – When the SPCA took his dogs, he clapped back with a pet snake! 🍺 Breathalyzer Blues – Mamelodi Sundowns introduced breathalyzers... because of him! 😳 💔 Salary Secrets & Coaching Clashes – How a leaked paycheck strained his relationship with the coach. 🏡 House Over Cash – The bold move to ask the Sundowns president for a house instead of a contract bump – and it worked! 🎙️ QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Should clubs include houses in player compensation packages? 🏘️⚽ 👇🏽 Join the Conversation! 👇🏽 📺 WATCH, SUBSCRIBE & COMMENT 🎥 YouTube: @TrapandPassOfficial 📲 Follow Us on Socials: 🔥 Stay in the loop – Click Here 📧 Got a Story? Reach Out! production@orlandopiratesfc.co.za #TrapAndPass #FootballStories #CrazyLockerRoomTales #SoccerLife #MzanziFootball #PodcastMagic #BallersUnplugged 🎯⚽🔥

    1h 10m
  5. FEB 7

    S3 EP5 | Kagiso "Kalawa" Senamela | "The late "Shoes" Moshoeu" was my Father on and off the field.

    🔥 A Story of Triumph, Temptation & Turmoil 🔥 In this explosive episode, we sit down with a footballer who’s lived it all—the highs, the regrets, and the raw truths of the game. ⚽ From the Streets to the Spotlight – He takes us on a rollercoaster ride through his football journey, breaking down the moments that shaped his career. 💔 Love Over Locker Room Culture – While many players were caught up in the fast life, he chose to focus on his relationship instead of the usual soccer-player distractions. 🥃 Football’s Hidden Vice – He opens up about the rampant alcohol problem in the football fraternity and how it nearly derailed his career. 🚨 Dodging the Ultimate Trap – Knowing that women have been the downfall of many footballers, he made the tough decision to walk away from that lifestyle before it was too late. 🟡⚫ Chiefs: His Biggest Dream & Deepest Regret – Signing for Kaizer Chiefs was the peak of his career, but missing training because of partying with the wrong crowd left a scar he’ll never forget. 😢 A Heartbreaking Loss & Career Spiral – He gets real about how the tragic passing of the legendary Shoes Moshoeu shook him to the core, triggering a downward spiral in his football career. 🌟 Giving Back to the Game – Now, he’s using his experiences to mentor the next generation, guiding select young players to navigate the treacherous path to becoming pros. 💭 Do Today’s Players Need a Reality Check? Should current footballers be given a crash course on surviving the real world outside the pitch? Join the conversation & have your say! ⬇️⬇️⬇️ 📺 Watch Now & Be Part of the Movement! 👉 SUBSCRIBE, LIKE & COMMENT: @trapandpassofficial 📩 Get in Touch: production@orlandopiratesfc.co.za 🚀 Let’s keep the game clean, sharp, and thriving! #TrapAndPass South African Soccer Podcast bringing Kasi Flavour

    1h 3m
  6. JAN 31

    S3 EP4 | Tokelo Rantie | "The treatment I got in European football, killed my love for the game".

    🔥 In This Episode: A Story of Hustle, Heart, and Hard Choices 🔥 This week, we get real with Tokelo Rantie, whose journey to the top was anything but ordinary! 💪🏾⚽ 💰 Money Moves & Tough Decisions: The emotional moment when he called his single mother after signing with Orlando Pirates ❤️ The real reason he had to choose between Malmö and Orlando Pirates 🤯 How his relentless hunger for success kept him pushing forward—even when he was constantly on loan 😤 🌍 The Harsh Reality of Going Overseas: Why some players leave too early and miss out on proper development 🧐 What playing in the UK is really like & the inside scoop on the Premier League wage structure 💵👀 The shocking truth about how England killed his love for football. 🚨 Game-Changer Alert! 🚨 Tokelo Rantie also breaks down why Trap and Pass is a must for any future soccer star. If you’re serious about football, you need to hear this! 🎤🎯 🔥 Do we need to dig deeper into how local players are treated when they go overseas? Drop your thoughts in the comments! 📢 Join the Conversation – Sizwe ukuthi wena uthini! 🔴 WATCH NOW on YouTube: Subscribe, Like, Comment & Share! 👉 / @trapandpassofficial 🔗 Stay connected: https://linktr.ee/TrapandPassOfficial 📩 Get in touch: production@orlandopiratesfc.co.za Don’t miss this one—it’s pure football gold! 🏆⚽💯

    1h 6m
  7. JAN 17

    S3 EP2 | Mzikhayise Mashaba | I was Arrogant and Confident in football. Coach Pitso Mosimane knows!

    Get ready for a rollercoaster of stories and surprises! 🎢 Our guest dives into his incredible football journey, sharing how he's literally played every position on the pitch during his career. ⚽️ But that’s just the kickoff! 🔑 He spills the tea on pulling strings to get players signed after his Sundowns call-up. 🤔 Confusion reigns as he unpacks the mystery around his "official" starting age in football. 😲 Brace yourself for a wild tale about almost being robbed by someone very close to him—plot twist alert! 🚫 Find out why he got suspended for subbing himself out during half-time with the legendary Pitso Mosimane. 📺 And the ultimate roasting session begins when the crew grills him for not watching local football, especially since he dreams of becoming a coach one day. This episode is packed with drama, laughs, and jaw-dropping moments you don’t want to miss! 🎙🔥 Meet the Team: This week's Guest: Mzikhayise Mashaba 1. Presenter: Sjuku 2. Presenter: Shabba 3. Guest Presenter Male: Thandani "Bibo" Ntshumayelo 4. Guest Presenter Male: Sizwe Nkosi {Questions we ask in this week's Episode} Should the bare minimum requirements for a local coach to be well versed in the culture of the local league and teams? Join the Conversation ⬇️⬇️⬇️ On YOUTUBE SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, COMMENT AND SHARE: / @trapandpassofficial Stay in the know on our social media platforms. https://linktr.ee/TrapandPassOfficial Get in touch with us: Email: production@orlandopiratesfc.co.za

    1h 1m

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    Ever wondered why retired South African Soccer players end up the way the do? While some excel post-football, majority remain with an untold story of what actually influenced the decisions they now live with. Join the Trap & Pass hosts as they explore these untold stories of ex-South African Soccer players, their friends, their girlfriends, and everyone else that shaped their life's decisions, and walk an hour in their shoes.

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