The Ninety First Minute

Season Review “ Manchester United”

Sat, 30 Jul 2022 22:00:00 -0400

Welcome back to the 91st minute!

I brought Harrun to break down the Season at City .

Topics of conversation:

Player of the Season/ Manager of the Season
Defensive Player of the Season
Midfield of the Season
Forward / Striker of the Season
Game of the Season
Worst Game of the Season
Most improved player
Worst player of the Season
Quick 🔥

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Season Review “ Manchester City”

Sun, 17 Jul 2022 14:00:00 -0400

Welcome back to the 91st minute!

I brought Hamza to break down the Season at City .

Topics of conversation:

Player of the Season/ Manager of the Season
Defensive Player of the Season
Midfield of the Season
Forward / Striker of the Season
Game of the Season
Worst Game of the Season
Most improved player
Worst player of the Season
Quick 🔥

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Season Review “Tottenham”

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 19:00:00 -0400

Welcome back to the 91st minute!

The title is pretty much self explanatory.
I brought Segun to break down the Season at Spurs .

Topics of conversation:

Player of the Season/ Manager of the Season
Defensive Player of the Season
Midfield of the Season
Forward / Striker of the Season
Game of the Season
Worst Game of the Season
Most improved player
Worst player of the Season
Quick 🔥

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Perspectives on Chelsea & Manchester United part (2)

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0400

Welcome back to the 91st Minute

This part 2 “Round Table”.

I brought Franklin & Harrun to the Platform!
Franklin represents Chelsea as always.
Harrun bleeds United.

In part two we discussed :

Manchester United’s

Problems at the club
Players
Manager (Who should come in & etc)
Champions League Campaign (Atletico’s pending return leg)

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Perspectives on Chelsea & Manchester United

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 03:00:00 -0400

Welcome back to the 91st Minute

This is a 2 part “Round Table”.
(Part 2 will be out at the end of this week)

I brought Franklin & Harrun to the Platform!
Franklin represents Chelsea as always.
Harrun bleeds United.

In part one we discussed :

Chelsea’s

Transfers
Tuchel
Lukaku
Champions League Campaign

This is the 91st Minute

The Round Table “Tottenham” part (2)

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Welcome back to the 91st Minute guys !

In this episode we discuss Tottenham! My fellow guests “Segun & Ash” we’re brought to discuss strong points about their club.
They didn’t hold back and kept things 💯 percent.

We touched on : Antonio Conte, the Ambition at Spurs and the prospect of a top 4 finish.
We ended with a scorching hot Quick Fire as well!

This is PART 2

Barcelona are making PROGRESS!

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Season 🌊 🌊🌊

Barcelona is unrecognizable ! They were
were 9th in La Liga when Xavi took over.

Barcelona are currently 3rd and are looking to kick on. I brought our own Barcelona member “Othman” to break down many aspects of this revolution.

In this episode we talk about the following :

Transfers
Xavi
The Board
The 4 - 0 win at the Bernabéau
Finances
Quick Fire

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Chelsea’s forced break up with Roman Abramovich

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Welcome everyone to the 91st Minute !

I know everyone is aware of Chelsea’s crisis.
Abramovich is set to sell the club due to a multitude of reasons. He’s been very successful with Chelsea football club over the years.
What does this forced sale mean for Chelsea going forward?

My guests Franklin and Bolaji are here to break down the situation.

Hope you enjoy this one.

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The Round Table “Tottenham Hotspur”

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 20:00:00 -0500

ARSENAL ! NO Aubameyang; NO Problem ?!

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 16:00:00 -0500

Welcome back to the 91st Minute !

Lots has been said about the North London (ARSENAL) club of late!

I couldn’t drop this episode without someone who knows her club inside out.
Our new guest “Sundus” brought knowledge and passion on this episode.

We discussed : Arsenal possibly finishing in the top 4 , Arteta, Transfers that came in and out of the club and the controversial Aubameyang situation.

Sundus is the first woman to have graced the 91st minute from the UK.
Make sure to listen to her Quick Fire 🔥.

Hope you guys enjoy this one!

🌊 🌊🌊 This is the 91st Minute

Changes at Tottenham; From Nuno to Antonio Conte

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Season 🌊🌊🌊

Spurs went from Jose , to Nuno.
Now from Nuno to Conte.
A Sporting Director/negotiator with a Illustrious past (Fabio Paratici).
We also discuss Harry Kane and what his presence means.
To make sense of the many changes, I’ve summoned “Ash” from the UK. Not many know more about Tottenham.

Xavi is BACK at Barcelona!

Sat, 22 Jan 2022 20:00:00 -0500

Welcome guys !

Pardon the long wait. I moved to Europe. Settling took a while.

We’re back though!
This is Season 3 🌊 🌊🌊

This episode addresses Barcelona. Koeman left the club. The club has been dealing with many problems on and off the pitch. Xavi got the job. The rebuild job tbh. Othman (our FC Barcelona correspondent) and I break down what Xavi brings to the table , what the coaching appointment process was (or better yet the candidates), what the overal mood at the club is and what we should expect from the former captain/ club legend!

A fantastic episode to get our feet back in the water !

Season 🌊🌊🌊

Expectations at Manchester United

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 01:00:00 -0400

Manchester United is back ! At least that’s what the faithful think.
This episode was recorded before Ronaldo’s return. I brought out a guest that knows his club inside out; a guest that has worked for United and Leicester City.
“AK” is a name we will hear lots about in the near future.

In this Episode AK and I discussed the start to the campaign, the expectations of the club, the main protagonists (Pogba, Bruno etc) and their rivals.

Make sure to listen to Ak’s quick fire.

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Blue is the color !

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 14:00:00 -0400

Welcome back to the 91st!

Today, we brought our guest “Franklin” to the stage .
It’s always a pleasure to hear from Chelsea fans.
This episode gives us a look of how the last season came to pass. We also discussed transfers and the clubs expectations this season.

Chelsea , Chelsea Chelseaaaaa !
Yes , indeed … Blue is the color !

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Ohh when the SPURS go marching in !!!!

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 09:00:00 -0400

Tottenham have always been on the hot seat these past couple of years.
Everyone seems to know the narrative; they get close but ultimately don't win anything.

I brought a big brother with me who breaks down last seasons calamities and high points.
"Segun" is a big Spurs fan. He's brilliant to be frank.
We also touch upon transfers and expectations for this season.

To Dare is to do. Dare to check out our brilliant Spurs correspondent !

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Manchester United Reloaded!

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 01:00:00 -0400

Welcome back to the 91st Minute !

Manchester United is the motive in this episode. I called upon "Harrun" to help me understand what went right and wrong last season. We touched upon possible transfers and the overall expectations of the club. 2021-2022 should bring silverware; after all, that's what Manchester United is about.

Strap on your seatbelts !

NEW SEASON. NEW ARSENAL?

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 04:00:00 -0400

New Seasons means New Personalities.

Meet Michael. A devoted Arsenal fan. We will hear from him throughout this season.
The good man explains what is needed at the club, what did and didn't work last season, what he expects from his club this season and so much more.

* Disclaimer: The Internet Connection wasn't the best in this episode guys. Please bare with us.

Cameroonian Legend "Emile Mbouh" Part 2

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 11:00:00 -0400

It's important to highlight the past and the present!
The game of Football didn't start in 2010 or 2000. There was a time when Africa was only allowed to send 2 African Nations to the World Cup. The performance of Cameroon in the 1990 World Cup changed this.
Every great team is made out of tremendous players. This is the tale of Mbouh Emile; one of the key members of that remarkable World Cup team. He was also part of the 1988 Afcon winning team in Morocco.

A true Cameroonian Legend.
Strap on your seatbelts and enjoy!

Part (2/2)

Cameroonian Legend "Emile Mbouh" Part 1

Sun, 15 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -0400

Heartbreak! Messi leaves Barcelona!?

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 15:00:00 -0400

A dark dark day for the Barcelona faithfuls.
Laporta told the public that his renewal was imminent with the club.
The feeling was that of hope. Tebas didn't budge at the end and forced Barcelona to let go of Leo.

This episode is recorded with Barcelona Socio "Othman Chebli". We go through intricacies of La Liga, Barcelona's future and the overall situation at hand.
We have a history of overcoming dark days.
Let's face the music with optimism.

Visca Barca

Euro 2020 knockout recap & BundesLiga (1&2)

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 04:00:00 -0400

We are back!

Pardon the wait guys !
In this Episode we have our German "BundesLiga" Correspondent Gregor back on the mic. We go through the knockout stages of the past Euro. We talk about Germany's exit to England and the final of the tournament.
Gregor and I also talk about the 1st and 2nd Bundesliga. What do we expect? Who are the top teams?

Episodes will be coming thick and fast over the next weeks.
Pardon the extensive delay.

Football is the motive.

Die Mannschaft: How far will the Germans go?

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 03:00:00 -0400

The DFB is one of the best run footballing federations on earth.

As we have our very own German Correspondent “Gregor Gaza”

We will continue the conversation on the German National Team

In this episode
* The Hungary game

* Round of 16 quick analysis

* Knockout games and advancing teams

* Prelude to England vs Germany

Fasten your seatbelt! This is The Ninety First Minute!

The German National Team at Euro 2021

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 18:00:00 -0400

The DFB is one of the best run footballing federations on earth.

It’s only right to have our very own German Correspondent.

In this episode, we’re introducing “Gregor Gaza” to talk about the German National team.

* Introduction to Gregor Gaza (who is he? What will he do on the 91st minute going forward)

* Germany vs France & Portugal

* The state of the National Team in general.

* Prelude to Hungary.

PSA : please excuse the sound on my side of this episode. We will try to fix it going forward.

Euro 2020 is here!

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 13:00:00 -0400

The 91st minute is back with a preview of the iconic tournament that started last week.

The guests are Othman and Jamel.

We discuss teams that are favorites. Dark Horses are also mentioned.

A nice podcast to ease you into the tournament.

Goalkeeping from the 6: Devon Kerr

Tue, 18 May 2021 08:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the 91st minute. Today, we have a very special guest. It’s the first professional woman’s footballer on the platform.

Devon Kerr is originally from Canada and plays for the Washington Spirit in Washington DC.
On this episode we touch on her trade , her upbringing, the highs , the lows , her experience at the U-17 woman’s World Cup and so much more.

This was special for me because I’m a big believer in woman’s football. Devon was professional and full of life.
Now strap on your seatbelts!

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The Epitome of a Real MLS Professional: Jalil Anibaba

Tue, 04 May 2021 13:00:00 -0400

Welcome back to the ninety- first minute! Today I’m delighted to introduce a new guest to our platform; Jalil Anibaba. He’s a true veteran of the MLS. His career started in 2010 for the Carolina Dynamo and is still going strong to date. 10 years in professional football.

Don’t miss out on his story. A great competitor, a fantastic professional and an even greater human being.

This is the 91st minute!

Man City & Chelsea at the Roundtable (Part 2)

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 14:00:00 -0400

The Round table is back! With us are Andrew and Zaga. Both explain how the season is going and what they expect from their respective clubs. This episode is filled with great perspectives and humor.

This is the Second part of this episode. Make sure you catch the first part !

Both guests were put on the hot seat (Quick Fire) .

Football is always the motive.

🌊🌊please strap on your seatbelts, The Ninety First Minute starts now!

Man City & Chelsea at the Roundtable (Part 1)

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 17:00:00 -0400

The Round table is back!

With us are Andrew and Zaga. Both explain how the season is going and what they expect from their respective clubs. This episode is filled with great perspectives and humor.

There are two parts to this episode.

Both guests were put on the hot seat (Quick Fire) .

Football is always the motive.

Part two drops soon!

🌊🌊please strap on your seatbelts, the ninety first minute starts now!

New England Revolution's "Dejuan Jones"

Fri, 26 Mar 2021 03:00:00 -0400

It's a pleasure to introduce to you a young gentlemen who lives for Football.
Dejuan Jones sits down with with us and talks about what led him to the pro life.
From Lansing Michigan, to Michigan State and the New England Revolutions; Dejuan talks about the ins and outs of his journey thus far.
Don't miss the 2019th 11th overall MLS Draft pick on the 91st minute.

This is Season 2

Tottenham! From Pochettino to Mourinho

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 22:00:00 -0400

In this episode , I sat down with our guest “Shifty” . He talks about his love for Tottenham and where he sees the club. We talk about the Pochettino era and the the current Mourinho era. Where is the club headed ? What’s is needed to continue the exponential growth?

The episode of course ended by a quick fire.

Tune in and have a listen.

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Joan Laporta returns ; Estimem el BARÇA

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 14:00:00 -0500

Joan Laporta is back as the new President for Football Club Barcelona!

As we know, Laporta took over as the 38th President from 2003 till 2010.
Laporta returned to the hot seat as president on the 7th of March 2021.
This time around, the club is in bigger turmoil.

In this Episode, our Barcelona correspondent “Othman” conveys Laporta’s history , his Financial/sporting outlook and overall goals of this prestigious club.
Can Laporta resurrect Barcelona’s self esteem?

This is the 91st minute !

Judah Cooks, Walt Whitman’s finest

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 20:00:00 -0500

The U-17 Fifa World Cup is a daunting test for any top teenager. One of the pioneers at that level from the DMV area was Judah Cooks. He not only speaks about the 1993 tournament but also gives us walk through his life. From grassroots, to the Olympic development program, to his affinity with DC United (as a player and a coach) and much more.

A terrific person and without a doubt a pillar of Football within the DMV area.

Made in Liverpool - Richie Burke

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 18:00:00 -0500

Season 2 of the Ninety - First Minute presents "Richie Burke".

Richie Burke, coach of the Washington Spirit speaks about his life. We talk about growing up in England (in the 60's/70's) and his path as a player for Liverpool and Everton (as a youth player). Coach Burke talks about Football in the United States, coaching in Scotland's top flight and his influence in the 2000's (in the DC area).
A fantastic person that brought nothing but football passion.

Perspectives on EPL's big Clubs

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 02:00:00 -0500

This is the last Episode of Season 1

Edgard, Aaron and myself gave our opinion on the leagues top teams.
(Spurs,Arsenal,City,United,Chelsea and etc)
This was two games ago from today.

EPL’s Team of the Season so far

Thu, 31 Dec 2020 04:00:00 -0500

Discussion at the Round Table. We are 15 matches into the EPL and Guests Edgard and Aaron give us their team of the season so far.

Tune in... you might be surprised about who made the cut.

Fussball! From New York to Deutschland

Sat, 19 Dec 2020 07:00:00 -0500

In this Episode, we talk to Brendan.
Brendan talks about his Footballing "parcours". We talk about the American Dream of playing abroad. It's easier said then done ladies & gentlemen.

This Episode conveys hardship, failure, success, hope and the strength of perseverance.
Make sure to check out Brendan's podcast "inthe11pod" !
Available on all podcasting platforms.

Arsenal vs Tottenham: A Tale of Two North London Football clubs

Fri, 27 Nov 2020 07:00:00 -0500

The Ninety First Minute introduces "The Round Table".
Vick the host, welcomes "Edgard and Aaron" to the panel.
Discussion points included Arsenal, Arteta, players, formations, performances, etc. As well as their arch-rivals Tottenham, Mourinho's reign, players, performances, etc.
To describe this new segment : Opinions, Insight and a lot of passion.

Arsenal FC's rebirth under Arteta - Discussion at The Round Table

Sun, 22 Nov 2020 20:00:00 -0500

The Ninety First Minute introduces a new segment. "The Round Table".
Vick the host, welcomes "Edgard and Aaron" to the panel.
Discussion points included Arsenal, Arteta, players, formations, performances, etc.
To describe this new segment : Opinions, Insight and a lot of passion.

Manchester United, Chelsea and PSG - Discussion at The Round Table (part 2)

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500

The Ninety First Minute introduces a new segment. "The Round Table".
Vick the host, welcomes "Burak, François and Charles" to the panel.
Discussion points included Chelsea, Manchester United and PSG.
To describe this new segment : Opinions, Insight and a lot of passion.

Manchester United, Chelsea and PSG - Discussion at The Round Table (part 1)

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 10:00:00 -0500

The Ninety First Minute introduces a new segment. "The Round Table" .
Vick the host, welcomes "Burak, François and Charles" to the panel.
Discussion points included Chelsea, Manchester United and PSG.
To describe this new segment : Opinions, Insight and a lot of passion.

Former Barcelona President Bartomeu resigns!

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 14:00:00 -0400

Barcelona has suffered multiple setbacks on and off the pitch with former club President Bartomeu.
Our Guest "Othman" (our Barca specialist) breaks down club debt, current squad performances, new presidential candidates and the damage caused by former club President Bartomeu (and his board).
A brilliant Episode for all of my Cules !

VISCA BARCA !!!

Game Reaction to El Classico

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 07:00:00 -0400

Break down of El Classico [10/24/2020]

Fair play to Madrid? VAR? How did the game materialize?

Find out with Vick Bell in this brief post game reaction.

Le Paris Saint-Germain

Sun, 25 Oct 2020 06:00:00 -0400

Paris is famous for its cafe culture, the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Notre Dame, the Moulin Rouge, pastries and fashion. It's the city of romance/love.
The city however is also known for it's Football.
If the letters PSG ring a bell you should tune into todays Episode.
Our guest "Charles" helps us touch upon the passion of his beloved blue and red.
From canal+, George Weah (in the 90's) and to the club's obsession of the Champions League.
Episode 7 offers a small piece of Paris.

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) Fan Charles on "Quick Fire"

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 07:00:00 -0400

The Ninety First Minute introduces Charles to the segment "Quick Fire"

This segment contains questions about Paris Saint-Germain that will leave scratching your head.

The super club, Manchester City!

Sun, 11 Oct 2020 05:00:00 -0400

Manchester City has been a thriving club since it's purchase by "Sheik Mansour" in 2008.
It's been a difficult task trying to out shine Manchester United.
Our Guest "Zaga" is a devoted Manchester City fan.
He conveys why he's a fan, explains the successes of the club and much more.
"Manchester is blue" in this segment!
Join us for Episode 6

Manchester City Fan Zaga on "Quick Fire"

Sat, 10 Oct 2020 07:00:00 -0400

The Ninety First Minute introduces Saga to the segment "Quick Fire"

This segment contains questions about Manchester City that will leave you scratching your head.

Transfer talk with "Kay"

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 14:00:00 -0400

It's 24 hours before the transfer deadline day.
The Ninety First Minute talks Transfers of the top clubs in the English Premier League.
Our Guest "Kay" highlights signings, departures and reveals his top 4 and Europa League positions.

90's Serie A, the Bianconeri and the legend of "le sette Sorelle"

Sun, 04 Oct 2020 07:00:00 -0400

Episode 5 is an Italian explosion of Calcio.

Our guest, Nino Marcantonio breaks down Serie A in the Nineties, the seven magical clubs, and much more ...

Juventus Fan Nino on "Quick Fire"

Sat, 03 Oct 2020 07:00:00 -0400

The Ninety First Minute introduces Nino to the segment "Quick Fire"

This segment contains questions about Juventus FC that will leave you scratching your head.

Manchester United reloaded?

Sun, 27 Sep 2020 18:00:00 -0400

Manchester United is a club we all know well.
Players came and went but the club remained. Episode 4 discusses Man United's last few years under Sir Alex and their quest to the top after Ferguson's departure.
Our guest "Kristian" conveys the glory days and pin points the struggles his club has been facing.

Chelsea FC! From rags to riches!

Sun, 20 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Episode 3 briefly highlights the noticeable games of the started season.
Our third Guest "Carlos" talks to us about why he chose to be a "blue". We talk past glories, cups, managers and the current transition of young footballers at the club.

Chelsea Fan Carlos on "Quick Fire"

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 10:00:00 -0400

The Ninety First Minute introduces Carlos to the new segment "Quick Fire"
This segment contains questions about Chelsea FC that will leave you scratching your
head.

Arsenal, a sleeping Giant.

Sun, 13 Sep 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Arsenal Football Club has had it's share of suffering in the last decade and a half.
Episode 2 touches upon the newly found optimism within the club.
From Emery to Arteta; our second Guest "Aaron" (a devoted Arsenal supporter) helps us better understand the recent resurgence from within the club.

Arsenal Fan Aaron on "Quick Fire"

Sat, 12 Sep 2020 09:00:00 -0400

Interlude to Episode 2

"The Ninety First Minute" introduces a new segment called "Quick Fire".
Get to know Aaron who'll be the guest on Episode 2.

Barcelona! Lionel Messi! The end of a marriage made in heaven?!

Sun, 06 Sep 2020 17:00:00 -0400

Brief thoughts about the last four Champions League contenders.

It feels like the wheels finally came off the car at Barcelona; It feels like the building isn't just on fire but was ultimately burned to the ground.
Othman (a huge Blaugrana fan) is our guest and we pick his brain pertaining the mismanagement of the club, poor results, the possible seperation between Messi and Football Barcelona.