Rhulani Mokwena speaks about life in Algiers, coaching principles, CAF CL and Sundowns
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi sits with MC Algiers coach, Rhulani Mokwena, to discuss his new life in Algiers and his coaching pastTimestamps: (00:00:17) First impression of Algeria(00:01:21) How much tourism do you do?(00:03:02) Best thing about being in Algeria so far?(00:06:03) Is MC Algiers underrated on the continent?(00:08:54) Can you tell how much this club means to people?(00:10:13) Is it heavy running a club that means so much?(00:12:21) How much North African supporters influence decision-making(00:15:35) What kind of football does MC Algiers want you to play?(00:18:55) Baptism of fire despite hot start in the league(00:24:26) Paradox of technical football vs lack of goals in Algeria(00:33:58) Playing so many young players so early(00:39:40) Repositioning Larbi Tabti(00:43:35) Playing Reda Halaimia as an inverted fullback(00:47:37) What are "principles" and what yours?(00:54:37) Keeping players stimulated in training(00:57:41) Challenging coach on his career management(01:04:35) Challenging coach on not being "obsessed" with winning CAF CL(01:09:32) Challenging coach on player vs coach responsibility(01:17:01) Motivation for beating Sundowns in CAF CL(01:19:05) How do you feel about Mamelodi Sundowns as a club?(01:22:07) Coaching with emotion vs coaching emotionally(01:24:43) Who will win the Afcon?(01:25:44) A South African youngster that will play in Europe(01:27:25) Continuing his family's legacyShot by Mindak Agency: https://www.instagram.com/mindak.agencyEdited by: Mohamed Benhassir-----------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
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Sundowns, Pyramids, Berkane dominate Matchday 1 of 2025/2026 CAF Champions League
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi recaps Matchday 1 of the 2025/2026 CAF Champions League group stage. -----------------------This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
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DR Congo advance; Nigeria eliminated from 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying play-offs!
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi recaps the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying (CAF zone) confederation play-off between Nigeria and DR Congo.This podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
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NIGERIA OR DR CONGO? Which African team will make FIFA international World Cup qualifying playoff?
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi previews final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying (CAF zone) confederation play-off between Nigeria and DR Congo.READ: After Paul Biyahttps://africasacountry.com/2025/10/after-paul-biyaThis podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
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Nigeria and DR Congo advance to final of African 2026 World Cup qualifying playoffs
In this episode of the African Five-a-side podcast, Maher Mezahi recaps the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying (CAF zone) confederation play-off between Nigeria, Cameroon, Gabon and DR Congo.READ: After Paul Biyahttps://africasacountry.com/2025/10/after-paul-biyaThis podcast is brought to you by: www.africasacountry.comFollow us on social media:https://twitter.com/AfricanFiveSidehttps://www.tiktok.com/@african.fiveaside
Learning about the African continent through the prism of its favorite pastime: football. Hosted by Maher Mezahi and backed by Africa Is a Country with funding from the Open Society Foundation.
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