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Sport Unlocked

Sports News Insiders
FIFA
Premier League
Racism
Chelsea
FIFA Congress 2023
Manchester City
Olympics
Saudi Arabia
IOC
Club World Cup
Homophobia
Gianni Infantino
Chinese Doping Scandal
WADA
Qatar
UEFA
Vinicius Jr.
World Cup
Spain
VAR

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 234 of Sport Unlocked, the podcast dissecting the week's sports news issues. On the agenda on March 6, 2026 with Rob Harris, Martyn Ziegler and Tariq Panja:

* Middle East war World Cup & investment impact; Messi embroiled in Trump's war tal... more

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Episode 233 of Sport Unlocked, the podcast dissecting the week's sports news issues. On the agenda on February 28, 2026 with Rob Harris, Martyn Ziegler and Tariq Panja:

* ​Iran war, FIFA & World Cup; Infantino's 10 years - what's the future for the... more

Episode 232 of Sport Unlocked, the podcast dissecting the week's sports news issues. On the agenda on February 20, 2026 with Rob Harris, Tariq Panja and Graham Dunbar at the Winter Olympics in Italy.

* ​Infantino & Trumps - from crypto to Gaza inve... more

Episode 231 of Sport Unlocked, the podcast dissecting the week's sports news issues. On the agenda on February 14, 2026 with Rob Harris, Martyn Ziegler and Graham Dunbar at the Winter Olympics in Italy.

* UEFA congress analysis: Is this the end of ... more

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Recent Guests

Yaw Ofosu
Reporter from sub-Saharan Africa
Episode: African football disrespected?; FIFA sells World Cup to betting sites; Winter Olympics worker death
Patrice Motsepe
CAF President discussing AFCON changes
Confederation of African Football
Episode: Did Europe force major AFCON change; Fans get World Cup prices cut; Will Abramovich accept UK govt demands?; Women's Club WC calendar clash; FIFA Peace Prize White House influence
Keir Starmer
UK politician discussing government demands on Abramovich
Labour Party
Episode: Did Europe force major AFCON change; Fans get World Cup prices cut; Will Abramovich accept UK govt demands?; Women's Club WC calendar clash; FIFA Peace Prize White House influence
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

Hosts

Rob Harris
Sports journalist and host affiliated with Sky News; frequent co-host with senior roles in sports journalism.
Tariq Panja
Sports journalist with The New York Times; regular host/guest contributor on major sports governance topics.
Martyn Ziegler
Sports journalist, long-time correspondent for a major national paper; frequent guest discussing governance and policy in sport.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 86 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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Guests are strong and the analysis is sharp, good for industry professionals.
This show offers informed, insider perspectives on sports governance and business.
Audience appreciates timely, high-profile guest lineups and clear explanations of complex issues.

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Talking Points

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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A sharp, globally minded sports governance and business podcast that dissects the big decisions shaping football and other sports. Episodes frequently feature top journalists and insiders debating leadership moves, sponsorship shifts, regulatory changes, and geopolitical wrinkles affecting events like the World Cup and continental competitions. The show is known for strong guest lineups, informed analysis, and candid takes on how power, policy, and money intersect in sport. Notable strengths include access to high-profile figures, clear explainer on complex issues, and timely coverage of governance controversies and broadcasting deals that impact fans and industry players alike.

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Recent guests on Sport Unlocked include:

1. Yaw Ofosu
2. Patrice Motsepe
3. Keir Starmer
4. Nasser Majali
5. Matty Peet
6. Nick De Marco
7. Pierre Appare
8. Julie Irwin

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