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Sport Unlocked

Sports News Insiders
FIFA
Premier League
Racism
Chelsea
Club World Cup
FIFA Congress 2023
Olympics
Manchester City
Saudi Arabia
IOC
Homophobia
Gianni Infantino
Chinese Doping Scandal
WADA
Qatar
UEFA
Vinicius Jr.
Spain
World Cup
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From the pitches to the boardrooms, the stories behind the big decisions by sports leaders affecting every fan. Featuring sports news insiders Rob Harris, Martyn Ziegler, Tariq Panja and more

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Episode 220 of Sport Unlocked, the podcast dissecting the week's sports news issues. On the agenda on November 14, 2025 with Rob Harris, Martyn Ziegler and Tariq Panja:

International Olympic Committee ban on transgender women from women's events; Ma... more

Episode 219 of Sport Unlocked, the podcast dissecting the week's sports news issues. On the agenda on November 7, 2025 with Rob Harris, Martyn Ziegler and Tariq Panja:

FIFA Peace Prize & Gianni Infantino's plea: "We should all support" Donald Trump;... more

Episode 218 of Sport Unlocked, the podcast dissecting the week's sports news issues. On the agenda on October 31, 2025 with Rob Harris, Martyn Ziegler and Tariq Panja:

Real Madrid sue UEFA over Super League; Turkey referees betting scandal; Saudi eO... more

Episode 217 of Sport Unlocked, the podcast dissecting the week's sports news issues. On the agenda on October 25, 2025 with Rob Harris, Tariq Panja and Graham Dunbar (Martyn Ziegler is off):

Player power - LaLiga Miama game scrapped; NBA gambling sc... more

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Nasser Majali
Secretary General of the Islamic Solidarity Sports Association
Episode: FIFA Peace Prize & Infantino plea: "We should all support" Trump; Less Chelsea sale cash to war victims; Police reveal why Israeli fans banned; Islamic Solidarity Games - Saudis readying Olympic bid?
Matty Peet
Head coach of Wigan Warriors in Rugby League
Episode: UEFA banning Israel?; 64-team World Cup talks; All change in PL meetings; Afghanistan women's team; F1 crash legal action; Rugby league interview
Nick De Marco
Sports lawyer representing Lucas Paqueta in the FA case.
Episode: Power in transfer window; FA’s flawed fixing Paqueta case; Fans unite against league games overseas
Pierre Appare
Executive Director of FAIR, the Anti-Discrimination and Human Rights Body for International Football
FAIR
Episode: Footballers & racist abuse - will social media firms be fined?; Taking the knee at Women's Euros; Finances of PL transfer window; Qatar v India for 2036 Olympics & Paralympics
Julie Irwin
President and CEO of Angel City FC
Angel City FC
Episode: Athletics sex testing; Doping contamination; Angel City chief on salary cap scandal & team's growth; Club World Cup prize money
Gianni Infantino
President of FIFA, discussing global football issues
FIFA
Episode: Infantino takes our Qs; FIFA rejects trans ban calls for now; IFAB reforms; Inside football summit; Rugby league in Vegas
Matthias Grafström
Secretary General at FIFA
FIFA
Episode: Infantino takes our Qs; FIFA rejects trans ban calls for now; IFAB reforms; Inside football summit; Rugby league in Vegas
Mark Bullingham
Chief Executive of the FA
Football Association
Episode: Infantino takes our Qs; FIFA rejects trans ban calls for now; IFAB reforms; Inside football summit; Rugby league in Vegas
Javier Tebas
President of La Liga
La Liga
Episode: Infantino takes our Qs; FIFA rejects trans ban calls for now; IFAB reforms; Inside football summit; Rugby league in Vegas

Hosts

Rob Harris
Sports journalist and correspondent from Sky News; host of Sport Unlocked.
Martyn Ziegler
Chief sports reporter for The Times.
Tariq Panja
Sports journalist at The New York Times.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 82 ratings
  • I love it

    My favorite sports podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PendelendePapa
    Belgiuma year ago
  • Excellent podcast, can’t wait for the next

    Excellent podcast, can’t wait for the next

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Harry-10
    Ireland4 years ago
  • Sport Unlocked

    Top-class podcast. Great to hear intelligent debate and fascinating insight into the top sporting stories. Brilliant guests too but it would be even better if there was more NBA.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RobStewartuk
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • If You Miss BBC 5 Live Sportsweek…..

    Sport Unlocked fills the gap created by the sad demise of the BBC 5 Live Sportsweek programme/podcast with Garry Richardson. All the main stories concisely reported in less than an hour. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @johntingey
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Love the pod, love the Panj ❤️

    ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gonzogoon
    Australia4 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the intelligent debate and insightful discussions offered in the episodes.
Many reviews highlight the show's ability to address complex sports governance issues in an engaging way.
Positive remarks often emphasize the knowledgeable hosts, who are well-respected in sports journalism.
Some feedback suggests a desire for expanded coverage on certain sports like basketball.
A recurring theme in the feedback is the satisfaction with the quality of guests and topics discussed.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Banning trans women from women's football; How much should a sports CEO be paid?; FIFA warning on $60k World Cup tickets; Infantino at Pope's funeral; Barca finances; Nottingham Forest ownership
Q: Did they have to do this as a result of the Supreme Court verdict, or is this a choice?
There was a sense of fear in legal challenges that the FA could face if they didn't introduce the blanket ban.
Future of Olympics - Kirsty Coventry elected IOC president. Impact on sport, Trump & Russia; FIFA's Club World Cup disarray; Tennis players challenge authorities; George Foreman remembered
Q: How will you address the challenges regarding transgender athletes competing in the Olympics?
Coventry mentioned the creation of a task force to look at transgender issues and the protection of the female category, promising a collective decision from the IOC will be made clear.
Future of Olympics - Kirsty Coventry elected IOC president. Impact on sport, Trump & Russia; FIFA's Club World Cup disarray; Tennis players challenge authorities; George Foreman remembered
Q: What is your message to the world regarding safety during the Olympic Games?
Coventry emphasized the importance of communication and expressed that the Olympic Games should be significant and successful for everyone, focusing on ensuring every qualified athlete can safely attend.
Infantino takes our Qs; FIFA rejects trans ban calls for now; IFAB reforms; Inside football summit; Rugby league in Vegas
Q: When can we expect to hear something about the FA's transgender policy?
Bullingham states they believe they are broadly in the right place and continue to refine their approach.
Infantino takes our Qs; FIFA rejects trans ban calls for now; IFAB reforms; Inside football summit; Rugby league in Vegas
Q: Why have you decided to go so close to Trump and the Trump family?
Infantino argues that maintaining a close relationship with the President is vital for organizing World Cups successfully.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sport Unlocked

What is Sport Unlocked about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the intricate dynamics of sports governance and the significant decisions made by leaders within the industry, this podcast offers listeners compelling insights from experienced sports news insiders. Episodes typically cover a wide range of topics including the financial aspects of major transfers, controversies surrounding international competitions, and discussions about the impact of socio-political issues on sports events. Unique to this podcast is its combination of high-level commentary alongside in-depth analysis, making it appealing for fans who want to go beyond the game and understand the factors influencing the sports world.

Listeners can expect to hear intelligent debate on pressing issues such as FIFA's governance ... more

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Recent guests on Sport Unlocked include:

1. Nasser Majali
2. Matty Peet
3. Nick De Marco
4. Pierre Appare
5. Julie Irwin
6. Gianni Infantino
7. Matthias Grafström
8. Mark Bullingham

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