Beyond The Game
138 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★ - 1 ratingBeyond the Game has the stories behind the action. We'll be at the biggest events, talking to the biggest names. If sport is your passion, this is your show.
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NBA Season Review with Murat Murathanoglu and Kaan Kural
June 17, 2019 18:14 - 17 minutes VideoThey've been champions for less than a week, but already the Toronto Raptors have a target on their back for next season. The Golden State Warriors want revenge, LeBron James is priming himself to get back to the Finals and Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard may not even stay in Canada next year. Talha Duman takes us through what's next for the NBA. And Turkish basketball commentators Murat Murathanoglu and Kaan Kural joined our show to talk about the Raptors dethroning the Warriors, how Kevin Durant’...
The India-Pakistan Cricket Rivalry | Beyond The Game Special
June 14, 2019 20:42 - 25 minutes VideoIndia and Pakistan. Two nations with a history of war, hatred, and political differences. Nations who share a common history, shared pain, suffering, and ancient cultures. But overall, the love of one thing - Cricket. This weekend, they go head to head at the Cricket World Cup in Manchester, England. And on this edition of Beyond The Game, we take a look into the biggest rivalry in sport, as more than a billion people across the world prepare for Sunday's showdown. Beyond The Game is a five ...
Former Pakistan Captin Zaheer Abbas: Exclusive Interview
June 14, 2019 20:34 - 10 minutes VideoAhead of the Cricket World Cup’s biggest matchup, Beyond The Game spoke to former ICC President and Pakistan captain Mr. Zaheer Abbas. In 78 test matches he scored more than 5,000 test runs, at an average of just over 44. Top scoring with 274 against England in just his second test. In One Day cricket he was part of World Series Cricket - a revolution in the game. He was the first Asian batsman to score one hundred first-class centuries, and the first batsman to score three consecutive centu...
India and Pakistan’s Cricket Rivalry Explained
June 14, 2019 20:34 - 7 minutes VideoOn Sunday more than an eighth of the world's population will have their eyes on Old Trafford cricket ground. With both India and Pakistan looking to get one over their rivals. But at the end of the day, it's not just about cricket. Paul Scott takes you through the intricacies of what the matchup means for the sub-continent. Beyond The Game is a five times a week show that tells you everything you need to know about your favourite sports. We’ll be at the biggest events bringing you exclusive...
Chef Vivek Singh’s take on the India-Pakistan Cricket Rivalry
June 14, 2019 20:33 - 6 minutes VideoIt will no doubt be a fiery affair when the two go head-to-head on Sunday. They'll have plenty of supporters - especially as millions of Indians and Pakistanis have made the UK their home. The rivalry extends to daily life too - and nowhere more so than the kitchen. So with that in mind - we sent Lance Santos down to taste the competition with one of the UK's famous chefs - Vivek Singh Beyond The Game is a five times a week show that tells you everything you need to know about your favourite...
BEYOND THE GAME AT THE CRICKET WORLD CUP
June 10, 2019 08:02 - 26 minutes VideoAfter a week of upsets and action the Cricketing World is gripped by the drama of England and Wales 2019. Beyond The Game’s Lance Santos is joined by journalist and commentator Adam Collins to wrap up week one at the Cricket World Cup.
TITLE: BEYOND THE GAME AT THE CRICKET WORLD CUP
June 07, 2019 17:57 - 26 minutes VideoAfter a week of upsets and action the Cricketing World is gripped by the drama of England and Wales 2019. Beyond The Game’s Lance Santos is joined by journalist and commentator Adam Collins to wrap up week one at the Cricket World Cup.
BEYOND THE GAME AT THE FIFA WOMEN’S WORLD CUP
June 07, 2019 17:46 - 26 minutes VideoThis June, the best of the best in women's football will contest the World Cup in France. The women's game is quickly gaining popularity for its skill, but it also lacks the cynicism of the men's game. Many people believe that together, the combination makes the Women's World Cup an even better version of the Beautiful Game. Samantha Johnson previews the tournament from Paris.
Victor Moses Exclusive Interview
May 27, 2019 18:09 - 4 minutes VideoFenerbahce haven't had the smoothest of seasons. But a new addition to the side in the January transfer window, gave hope to the Turkish Giants. Beyond The Game’s Samantha Johnson caught up Victor Moses, who joined the club on an 18-month loan deal from Chelsea - to see how he's adapted to life and football in Istanbul #Fenerbahce #Chelsea #InterMilan #TurkishSuperLig #VictorMoses #BeyondTheGame
Victor Moses Exclusive Interview
May 27, 2019 11:01 - 1 minute VideoWill he stay or will he go? Victor Moses sat down with @trtworld’s Samantha Johnson to talk about how he feels at Fenerbahce, his time under Antonio Conte at Chelsea… and whether he’d go Inter Milan. #VictorMoses #MosesVictor #Fenerbahce
Basaksehir: The Turkish Super Lig’s new powerhouse
May 20, 2019 11:13 - 4 minutes VideoThe Turkish Super Lig title is set to go right to the wire. Defending champions Galatasaray and Istanbul Basaksehir are both vying for the title. Gala are part of the Turkish footballing establishment, whereas the new kids on the block Basaksehir are trying to etch their name in Super Lig history. Samantha Johnson takes a look at the club's recent rapid rise. #Basaksehir #TurkishSuperLig #Turkey
MANCHESTER CITY COULD FACE UEFA BAN
May 14, 2019 18:31 - 5 minutes VideoNewly crowned Premier League champions Manchester City could be facing a season long ban from the Champions League for breaking UEFA's financial rules. The club deny any wrong-doing, saying their published accounts are full and complete. Tariq Panja from the New York Times is the journalist who broke this story and he joined Beyond The Game. #ChampionsLeague #Manchestercity #UEFA
England Football Legend Wayne Rooney: Exclusive Interview
May 09, 2019 05:28 - 8 minutes VideoWayne Rooney has done it all. He was captain of club and country. Record goal-scorer for Manchester United and England. And he's still playing, for DC United in the MLS. Rooney's Career began at his boyhood club Everton. Making his debut at 16 - he was hot property from day one. His move to Manchester United two years later set him on the path to super stardom. By the time Rooney left the English game in 2018 he had: 5 Premier League titles 4 League Cups 1 Champions League 1 Europa Leag...
Caster Semenya loses court appeal on testosterone rules – Beyond The Game
May 02, 2019 14:24 - 26 minutes VideoIt's a landmark decision that could have ramifications across the world. Caster Semenya has lost her appeal at the Court of Arbitration for Sport. It means that she will effectively have to dope to lower her testosterone levels to create a level playing field for other athletes. It opens a debate about gender politics, human rights and what right an athletics association has to control a woman's body. #CasterSemenya #Court of Arbitration for Sport #IAAF #Gender Equality #Hyperandrogenism
'The Capital of Islamic Youth 2019' activities launched in Doha
May 01, 2019 05:53 - 3 minutes VideoThe Organisation of Islamic Cooperation has chosen its capital for youth of 2019. This year it's Doha. The goal is to promote culture and unity through activities that include sport. Talha Duman has more. Beyond The Game is a five times a week show that tells you everything you need to know about your favourite sports. We’ll be at the biggest events bringing you exclusive features and the best interviews. It is your one stop shop for sport, Monday to Friday at 1630 GMT. Beyond The Game: ht...
Discrimination in Football - Beyond The Game Special
April 25, 2019 16:57 - 25 minutes VideoDiscrimination in football has reached a boiling point. From throwing bananas from the stands, to throwing the 'N word' around on social media. Players such as Raheem Sterling, Moise Keane and Ashley Young, are the latest to be abused. But what's behind it all? Is it a football problem? Is it societal? So many questions. Beyond The Game is a five times a week show that tells you everything you need to know about your favourite sports. We’ll be at the biggest events bringing you exclusive fe...
Discrimination in Football Explained
April 25, 2019 06:27 - 7 minutes VideoRacism in football has reached a boiling point. From throwing bananas from the stands, to throwing the 'N word' around on social media. Players such as Raheem Sterling, Moise Keane and Ashley Young, are the latest to be abused. But what's behind it all? Is it a football problem? Is it societal? So many questions. Samantha Johnson goes in search of the answers. Beyond The Game is a five times a week show that tells you everything you need to know about your favourite sports. We’ll be at the b...
Gael Clichy: The Player’s Perspective
April 24, 2019 17:02 - 2 minutes VideoWith all of this one has to wonder what it is actually like, as a professional footballer, to be racially abused and discriminated against. Here's former Arsenal and Manchester City defender Gael Clichy. He now plays for Istanbul Basaksehir, on his experiences with racism and his thoughts on how to combat it. Beyond The Game is a five times a week show that tells you everything you need to know about your favourite sports. We’ll be at the biggest events bringing you exclusive features and th...
Tottenham Assistant Manager Jesus Perez: Exclusive Interview
April 19, 2019 20:13 - 8 minutes VideoBeyond The Game Correspondent Lance Santos sat down with Spurs' Assistant Manager Jesus Perez this week and talked about Wednesday's remarkable victory over Manchester City, their next Champions League match against Ajax and how influential Mauricio Pochettino is for Spurs. Beyond The Game is a five times a week show that tells you everything you need to know about your favourite sports. We’ll be at the biggest events bringing you exclusive features and the best interviews. It is your one s...
The Folau Fallout explained
April 17, 2019 19:20 - 12 minutes VideoIsrael Folau will contest his sacking from the Australian national rugby union team, following his controversial comments on social media. Rugby Australia sacked the star last week for what they call a 'high level' breach of their code of conduct. But it's now been confirmed Folau will contest that decision and has requested a Code of Conduct hearing. Authorities say that will be heard as soon as possible. Lance Santos reports. While former Wallaby star Peter FitzSimons says Folau's rugby ca...
Heavyweight Boxing in 2019 looks underwhelming
April 03, 2019 21:58 - 10 minutes VideoBoxing's heavyweight division is punching below its weight. The sport's golden egg is throwing up fights that nobody is chomping at the bit to watch. This year Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder will all step into the ring. The Problem is, they're not fighting each other. Lance Santos explains... We also spoke to two of the foremost authorities on boxing matters. Journalist Ade Oladipo joined the show from Johannesburg. And commentator Ronald McIntosh was in London. Beyond The G...
Beyond The Game Women’s Football Special
March 27, 2019 11:28 - 26 minutes VideoWomen's football in sharp focus in this special edition of Beyond the Game. There's growing interest and excitement in the women's game with the World Cup just two and a half months away. We've got stars from Liverpool, Besiktas and Juventus on the show. #WomensFootball #WomenFootball #WomenSoccer
Turkey Women's Football: Women's team breaking down cultural barriers
March 27, 2019 10:37 - 5 minutes VideoTwice in the space of seven days we've seen record attendances for a woman's league match in Europe. A crowd of 61 thousand turned out for the Atletico Madrid and Barcelona game. And history was also made in Italy where more than 39 thousand spectators watched Juventus women against Fiorentina. It is a different story altogether here in Turkey, where the country's football passion isn't quite reflected in the women's game. But there's one team in the south. Samantha Johnson travelled to Hakka...
Women's Football: Turkish women's first league has 10 teams
March 27, 2019 10:30 - 4 minutes VideoJessica O'Rourke is a Besiktas player, but also the face of women's football in Turkey.Joined Beyond The Game to talk why is there not much of an appetite for women's football in Turkey, and what needs to be done to rectify that? #WomensFootball #Turkey #WomenFootball
Former Chelsea star Didier Drogba: Exclusive Interview
March 22, 2019 12:25 - 4 minutes VideoBeyond The Game caught up with former Chelsea and Galatasaray star Didier Drogba, the ambassador for the Peace and Sport Foundation. Beyond The Game is a five times a week show that tells you everything you need to know about your favourite sports. We’ll be at the biggest events bringing you exclusive features and the best interviews. It is your one stop shop for sport, Monday to Friday at 1630 GMT. Beyond The Game: http://trt.world/beyondthegame #DidierDrogba #PeaceAndSport #CyprusFootball
Bridging the divide on the island of Cyprus
March 22, 2019 12:24 - 2 minutes VideoA unique football match has taken place on the island of Cyprus. Players from both sides of the country's divide have joined forces to promote peace and unity. Paul Scott explains. Beyond The Game is a five times a week show that tells you everything you need to know about your favourite sports. We’ll be at the biggest events bringing you exclusive features and the best interviews. It is your one stop shop for sport, Monday to Friday at 1630 GMT. Beyond The Game: http://trt.world/beyondthe...
Croatia Head Coach Zlatko Dalic: Exclusive Interview
March 21, 2019 10:10 - 10 minutes VideoCroatia's fighting spirit in the Russia 2018 earned them a first ever World Cup final appearance. And even though they lost to France, for the nation of 4 million people, they were considered winners. Head coach Zlatko Dalic spoke to BEYOND THE GAME's Samantha Johnson, about the euphoria of the World Cup, and the current state of Croatian football... #Croatia #ZlatkoDalic #interview
Rugby Dis-Union | Beyond The Game Special
March 06, 2019 19:34 - 26 minutes VideoLater this year the Rugby World Cup is to take place in Japan - the first time the tournament will be held in Asia. It's seen as a huge step forward in developing the sport throughout the world. And on this special edition of Beyond the Game we look at proposals that could change World Rugby as we know it and hinder the game's global development. Plans for an annual 12 team international competition have been roundly criticised, but are World Rugby listening? We talked to rugby journalist Ro...
New Sports in the Olympics
March 01, 2019 09:04 - 26 minutes VideoIn the 21st century, sport has been forced to change. It's had to become more engaging, and more watchable for younger audiences. And the Olympics are no exception. In a move to reel in the next generation of fans, the IOC is set to put 'breakdancing' in the Games. We talked to breakdancing specialist DJ Renegade, skateboarding legend Tony Hawk, World Surfing League CEO Sophie Goldschmidt and professional squash player Joey Barrington on their thoughts on the new direction the Olympics are h...
Laureus Awards 2019: Sporting stars honoured at Laureus Awards
February 20, 2019 13:42 - 2 minutes VideoAt a star-filled event in Monaco - the Laureus foundation honoured some of the latest and greatest talents in sport. Novak Djokovic, Simone Biles and Arsene Wenger were some of those who walked away with awards.And we sent two stars of our own - Paul Scott and Robin Adams to cover the proceedings. #LaureusAwards #Monaco #Sports
FIFA eWorld Cup: Football competition growing annually
February 14, 2019 17:36 - 3 minutes VideoeSports continues to grow at a rapid pace. It's become such big business that football's world governing body FIFA is investing tens of millions of dollars to promote the virtual side of the beautiful game. While competitors are getting younger; the winner's cheques are getting bigger. Robin Adams was at the latest stop on the gaming calendar, the Fifa eClub World Cup in London. #FIFA #eWorldCup
Champions League: Rashford Man United's main tool to win
February 13, 2019 13:49 - 3 minutes VideoMarcus Rashford, grew up just 11 kilometers from Old Trafford in Didsbury. A product of Manchester United's youth academy, he is now playing a pivotal role in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side. Beyond The Game’s Robin Adams has been to the grassroots club where Rashford's story begins. #Rashford #ManUtd #Solskjaer
The 2019 FIFA eWorld Cup: From the eyes of Futbolist
February 07, 2019 09:06 - 6 minutes VideoIt's 2019 and eSports isn't an unknown entity anymore. Just three years ago the world final of League of Legends had 43 million viewers. That's more than Game 7 of the NBA Finals with 31 million. Hundreds of thousands of dollars in prize money are at stake, and eSports' popularity is rising. Talha Duman caught up with a team in Istanbul trying to be the first Turkish side to win FIFA 19's biggest honours. Beyond The Game is a five times a week show that tells you everything you need to kno...
A crisis in African Football - Beyond The Game Special
January 30, 2019 18:15 - 25 minutes VideoEvery year football gets bigger. In the lifetime of us, the fans, we've seen so much money trade hands on virtually everything. Players are now valued in the hundreds of millions. Tinder sponsors Manchester City. To the cynic it seems like everything is for sale. With the case of jailed footballer Hakeem Al-Araibi stuck in a Thai jail, football is currently trying to rediscover the value of the life of each and every footballer, regardless of their fame, or value... that each one is as impo...
Craig Foster’s updates on the Al-Araibi Case
January 30, 2019 16:23 - 2 minutes VideoIt is day 65 of Hakeem Al-Araibi's detention in a Thai prison. And the campaign to get the refugee footballer released continues. Fifa, the IOC, the Asian Football Confederation are all lobbying the Thai authorities to release the player who has asylum in Australia. The refugee footballer was locked up while on honeymoon in Thailand in November. His wife has written to the that country's Prime Minister pleading for his release. Bahrain wants him extradited. Former Australia football captain ...
The Russia Doping Scandal: Richard McLaren’s take
January 23, 2019 17:34 - 8 minutes VideoRussia seems likely to soon return to major international athletics competitions, after the World Anti-Doping Agency decided not to re-suspend its accreditation for missing dealines to hand over data. But as Dan Ashby reports from Moscow, many fans and competitors feel that the country still hasn't done enough. And the man whose report exposed the extent of the Russian Doping Scandal, Richard McLaren gave his take on RUSADA’s suspension being lifted. Beyond The Game is a five times a week s...
Where is the ‘Russia Doping Scandal’ going?
January 14, 2019 19:13 - 20 minutes VideoThe World Anti-Doping Agency is meeting this week to decide if Russia should once again be allowed to test its own athletes. The Russian Anti-Doping Agency has been serving a suspension after running a state-sponsored doping operation and recently missed a deadline to hand over lab data to WADA. Meanwhile WADA is facing increasing criticism over its handling of the Russia doping affair. Many believe the goalposts have been moved specifically to welcome the Russia Anti Doping agency back into...
Manchester United sacks Jose Mourinho
December 18, 2018 13:50 - 4 minutes VideoThe search for a new manager is on at Manchester United. After the club gave Jose Mourinho the boot a little earlier. It follows a heavy defeat at Liverpool over the weekend, and brings to an end a two and a half year stay at Old Trafford for the self-annointed Special One. Paul Scott reports. #MourinhoSacked #ManUtd #MourinhoManUtd
West Ham and England international Claire Rafferty on the Ballon d’Or controversy
December 04, 2018 17:46 - 1 minute VideoIt was a special night for Lyon and Norway striker Ada Hegerberg, awarded the inaugural Women's Ballon d'Or... But an unexpected question wiped the smile off her face. Could she twerk? West Ham and England international Claire Rafferty spoke to BEYOND THE GAME and said that this controversy just highlights what female footballers have to deal with on a regular basis. #WestHam #ClaireRafferty
Springboks looking to entertain as Barbarians
November 28, 2018 16:56 - 11 minutes VideoThere’s just one more game left of the international window for Rugby Union. It’s a match where players are encouraged to run the ball and come up with trick plays, kicking for posts is not on the agenda and the play book goes out the window. Lance Santos is in London. Beyond The Game is a five times a week show that tells you everything you need to know about your favourite sports. We’ll be at the biggest events bringing you exclusive features and the best interviews. It is your one stop s...
Beyond The Game: Eni Aluko's career after her claims of racism by former women's coach Mark Sampson
November 21, 2018 17:43 - 8 minutes VideoWith 102 international caps for England, Eni Aluko is a prominant figure in Women's football. But two years ago, she faced a defining moment in her career and her life. The English FA was under the spotlight after they failed to conduct a thorough investigation into her claims of racism and bullying by the former women's coach Mark Sampson. In the end she was vindicated, and since the ordeal she's relaunched her career in a new country and at a new club - Serie A champions Juventus. Samantha ...
Does Turin have faith in Cristiano Ronaldo?
November 12, 2018 17:54 - 4 minutes VideoJuventus have a six point lead at the top of Serie A. But, despite their domestic dominance the club is desperate to end its 22 year wait for the Champions League. Beyond the Game travelled to Turin to see how they've spent big in the hunt for European glory. Beyond The Game is a five times a week show that tells you everything you need to know about your favourite sports. We’ll be at the biggest events bringing you exclusive features and the best interviews. It is your one stop shop for s...
Beyond The Game: Euro Super League talks held by top clubs
November 08, 2018 17:32 - 4 minutes VideoAfter the latest round of Champions League matches the row over a possible breakaway super league by elite clubs rumbles on. FIFA President Gianni Infantino has warned that any players who took part in a breakaway league could face being banned from the World Cup. But according to British based financial analysts Vysyble, pure economics indicate that Europe's top clubs will inevitably one day form an elite league Chris Skudder reports. #RealMadrid #Fifa
The Latest Football Leaks Controversy
November 05, 2018 17:29 - 6 minutes VideoThe German magazine Der Spiegel has led a group of Investigative journalists in releasing a huge amount of data, all stemming from another round of Football Leaks. And Christoph Winterbach of the German magazine explained how sure we should be of the authenticity of the leaked documents, how all of it is expected to rock the global game and what he thinks about the plans of a breakaway ‘Super League’ in Europe. Beyond The Game is a five times a week show that tells you everything you need t...
Beyond The Game: Rugby's Autumn Internationals in the Northern Hemisphere get underway this weekend
November 02, 2018 17:00 - 8 minutes VideoRugby's Autumn Internationals in the Northern Hemisphere get underway this weekend with an absolute bumper clash between England and South Africa at Twickenham. Beyond the Game correspondent Lance Santos has been keeping an eye on the preparations in London. #Rugby #England #SouthAfrica
Beyond The Game: Turkish Airlines Golf Open special
November 02, 2018 11:34 - 26 minutes VideoGolf’s European Tour has arrived in Turkey, so the Beyond The Game team went down to Antalya to check out the Turkish Airlines Open. #GolfOpen #TurkishAirlinesGolfOpen #Antalya
Beyond The Game: Leicester Crash
October 29, 2018 18:09 - 4 minutes VideoLeicester City have confirmed the news that their supporters were dreading. The club's chairman Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha was killed, along with 4 others, in a helicopter crash just outside the teams stadium on Saturday night. Sports journalist and regular contributor to Beyond the Game Andy May is outside the King Power stadium in Leicester and filed this report on the club that he grew up supporting. #VichaiSrivaddhanaprabha #LeicesterCity
A New Spin on Cricket: Journalists pick up unwanted cricket rights
October 23, 2018 18:20 - 6 minutes VideoThe recent test series between Australia and Pakistan in the UAE ended in a 1-nil win to Pakistan. Strangely, the radio broadcast rights in Australia had not been taken up, and a couple of canny journalists got in on the act. Peter Franks has more. And the man behind the plan to snap up radio broadcasting rights for that series, cricket commentator Adam Collins joined us on the show. Beyond The Game is a five times a week show that tells you everything you need to know about your favourite ...
The World Arm Wrestling Championships in Turkey
October 18, 2018 18:36 - 2 minutes VideoIt's the biggest event you've never heard of, featuring the largest names in the game. Quite Literally. The World Arm Wrestling Championships are underway in Turkey and we sent our correspondent Lance Santos to have more than just a look. Beyond The Game is a five times a week show that tells you everything you need to know about your favourite sports. We’ll be at the biggest events bringing you exclusive features and the best interviews. It is your one stop shop for sport, Monday to Frida...
Bosnia and Herzegovina captain Edin Dzeko: Exclusive Interview
October 18, 2018 17:23 - 8 minutes VideoOne man who knows what it takes win in the Premier League is Edin Dzeko. Dzeko played an instrumental part in Manchester City winning their first Premier League title in 44 years. And luckily for us, we had the chance to catch up with the Bosnia and Herzegovina captain about THAT moment, his new life playing in Serie A, and football's future in the Balkans. Beyond The Game is a five times a week show that tells you everything you need to know about your favourite sports. We’ll be at the bigg...