OJ Mabizela FINALLY speaks |

Watch the full EXCLUSIVE interview as OJ Mabizela speaks to Robert Marawa

[@lumkilezinyanga5115]

The Most Talented Defender to ever come out of S.A. The great OJ. Very emotional interview, May God bless Mabizela

[@duduzile7872]

I don't care what nobody say but OJ is a hero to me especially being from pietermaritzburg. #DAIPUNIVERSE

[@masilohuma9654]

Big ups to Robert Marawa for your brilliant interviewing skills. It wasn't an easy interview, OJ wasn't really opening up, but the way you probed and kept the interview going must be applauded 👏👏

[@lwazigaxamba8235]

What I took out of this interview was a hint of Self entitlement and a bit of Victim mentality coming from Mabizela. The mistakes that he did were because of 'circumstances' of others....

[@MightyMike55]

The pain in his voice 😭 what a broken man. May the good Lord bless him and his family

[@tonshbenosh2275]

I feel that too

[@nkosinathisiphogumede9327]

Mmm this is so much painful,please guy any one can assist him to pull him from where his at because its seems like there is somthing went wrong by him,especially you Mr Robs if you can able to pull him to start again him legecy🤔🤔🤔🤔his our hero🤴

[@zolisamatiwana5223]

Bro!

[@Umxhosa]

Eish 😭

[@vusimahlangu6403]

after watching this interview, i can now understand how hard things are for these players. its easier for us to be critical of them at the comfort of our seats but hearing what OJ is saying its really heartbreaking......all the best OJ

[@sabelonxele5299]

What I have gathered from this interview is: 1) He was under immense pressure 2) He was lonely as a youngster in a foreign country at a tender age 3) we the fans and media wanted more out of him and he disappointed the Nation 4) OJ still hasn't forgiven himself as he isn't wearing his shortcomings as a badge of honor 5) Being a Star is hardwork. People who aspire for stardom must know it comes with many sacrifices, you will lose your childhood, you have to be almost be like a robot, focus at performing at the highest level to keep the limelight. Development for me isn't only about Nuturing the talent or even physical aspect, its about psychology. Discipline is lacking in our sportsman, especially those that play football. I mean we could easily look at rugby and cricket, these sad stories aren't prevalent why? That's the big question! Also if you look at society as a whole we have a lot to deal with as blacks. All the best to him, he needs help though but mainly he needs to forgive himself.

[@csrhoman]

Education levels also plays a big part.

[@jessiejames7718]

We must become more friendly to our youngest's and pay attention when see talent in them to understand encourage and displine in nice way

[@dirang-bb3hc]

❤very true my good Sir, lifelong lessons I am hearing here, even outside football, there are lessons to be observed and taken to heart.

[@lawrencemthimunye4896]

I feel very honoured to be working with this legend he is really doing a great job with our Academy boys at Talitha soccer academy I do believe that mzansi has not seen the last of him they will see another Oj from this boys.he does everything with dedication and commitment he is a good coach

[@mbongeninxumalo7825]

Keep it up my brother i absolutely hear and understand him,those who never went through situation like him don't understand,on that age it's when you need parents from in and outside who will be with you even if you its unnecessary to you because you are still immature at that age.thanks keep up the good work bafowethu.

[@successtheko8456]

Please send me your contact details would like to contribute in assisting at furthering his coaching career

[@Prophetoffaith]

Bro Rob please don't stop this podcast I have potential of becoming one of the greatest

[@soothingsounds5807]

one of the greatest this country 👏 has ever seen

[@phutimojela632]

simply the best

[@JohnDoe-iq9bz]

Hadebe is the greatest. This guy is broke.

[@lehlohonolosenyane9043]

​@@JohnDoe-iq9bzso you're happy because he's broke

[@Plays4z]

This felt like a therapy session, there's pain on old John voice

[@nkululekomyeza306]

I like this guy. This is the best defender South 🇿🇦 has ever produced. Mabizele I wonder if you know how much you touched our hearts. You are a living legend.

[@rockazpalace3947]

no lie detected

[@JohnDoe-iq9bz]

Hadebe is the greatest. This guy is broke.

[@SundaySoulSessions-SSS]

I don't hear him taking responsibility for his actions but trying to find a scapegoat,he was distant for greatness but he chose alcohol. Great player he was at that time.

[@simtemqonde5589]

But he does admit his mistakes nje ...or ndim lo ungakwaziyo ukuba what does "taking responsibility " mean

[@kingleproto8918]

True. He doesn't want to take any responsibility. Even though I do not like Junior Khanye but he never blamed anyone but himself

[@kingleproto8918]

He admit his mistakes but yet he still blame media. We all know what media does and he had to be strong and makeup his life

[@lwazigaxamba8235]

I fully agree. The only thing I took out of this interview is that, the occurrences that took place in his life was because of others and his surroundings. Yena he 'worked hard' but others had other motives to bring him down. Victim mentality.

[@dipuoprandentertainmentmos2254]

Very defensive too

[@buyanifakudze3489]

Its a blessing to have watched guys like Mbulelo play.... Just thinking about it now gives me chills. A teenager getting to the pro ranks, then getting to international football, getting to the EPL and having his level of confidence was just something else. I wonder if there really isn't any other talent or talent scouts and the game has changed?

[@lesetjadavidkekana8078]

He was pretty special

[@mfundoh1491]

The all time best defender ever in South Africa 🤞🏿. If he didn’t commit the mistakes he would be a legend or even still be playing till now .

[@Bro-dr3ou]

Lucas Radebe?

[@tetimolefe1094]

Thank you for a great interview with one of the best players SA has ever produced. I wish he can remain in football and help the nation unearth more talented players like him. Good luck to OJ.

[@lifandlovu3491]

This guy was so exciting to watch Rob, slow but sure, he is one of the best defenders I have watched for my beloved pirates, Mbulelo OJ Mabizela, I will always remember that thunderbolt for Tottenham, that was a scootcher👌

[@sibongilesiswana8863]

One of the greatest players sa ever produced, what a marvel to watch, maturity in his style of play and exceptional ability to read the game, woww bra old John we salute you, all the best for you in life and your family, you can't Change the past please just focus on what's ahead and keep on pushing and shinning

[@mrmanq9517]

This man was such a GREAT defender...god bless him.

[@mamokhinachuene2927]

Beautiful and craftily handled interview befitting of a wounded legend. Rob, keep the flag flying. Mabizela's journey is a sport management case study

[@byritebyrite3474]

Rob may God bless you, been wishing to hear that man speak out . Our very great OJ Mabizela. Wish you a second chance in life Nkunzi. 💯❤️

[@jabulanizulu2506]

Him and Benny was supposed to be included in the 2010 world cup squad. For me as country we were supposed to take them for separate training and extra trainings this guy was going to play the big under Carlos Parreira I believe so.🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@lungelobaba9942]

Rob although I understand nguni as a nguni but would love subtitles with your interviews thank you grootman🙏

[@doddyjnr8189]

What a talent we had in SA. Marvelous to watch

[@thobekiletantsi3958]

He will go down in history as the greatest defender of all times, the OJ that we fell in love with fallball because of his art or craft in his defence. This makes me miss the old days watching him in the field.

[@wemultiply5070]

Heal My Idol Heal. I Love You. You Inspire Me A Lot. The Best Defender I Have Ever Watched, Cool Calm And Collected, Insimbi Edle Ezinye . Ngifisa Ngathi I Could Shake Your Hand One Day. From A Young Man In The Townships Of Eswatini🇸🇿 I Pray You Find Peace Only Within Yourself. You Are Strong

[@thedebtcounsellorrsa]

His smile at end is everything. Go tla loka OJ

[@aobakwemoatlhaping2903]

I thank God i managed 2 watch da big OJ , Oh wat a talent 👏

[@julietndaba4517]

Wazwisa ub,hlungu Mbulelo,ngzolunga it's not over until GOD says it's over😭💔

[@allan2827]

what a player he was, a legend

[@mbulelotommy2265]

OJ at the level and the style you've put on our TV screens and those who had the privilege of watching you play Boy you are still 👌 the best... the media's job is to sell paper mfowethu you know your truth that's all that will matter

[@musadlamini3054]

You are still my legend Old John

[@sizwelesleysibisi1456]

For me OJ was one of the best talents I have witnessed...the game changer in terms of defending...thina sasazi ukuthi if your attacked Mele ibhola ulishaye but OJ ubelidlala in dengerous areas ....mina I salute OJ usibonisile great football

[@ngcebos12]

A big up to Mr Marawa for your belief in all people. And all the best to OJ Mazibela. He blessed us with his skill 🙌🏾

[@rasblackchild7679]

He made defending looked very easy, could play anywhere at the back and also slotted easily in midfield as an anchor, effective with both feet, could pass long and short, the only South African defender I saw that didn't kick the ball out when under pressure or going for the so called "Safety First defending rule". His tackles were clean and well timed, I'm glad I watched him playing for my beloved Orlando Pirates. ☠️☠️ Scored a scorched on his Debut for Tottenham, I remember him scoring a brace for Bafana Bafana playing as a midfielder in Bloemfontein, one of his goal was similar to the one he scored for Spurs. A Genius and a Legend 👏 .... Wishing him Peace

[@diskiloverscorner.7688]

How are you my brother? I remember you from when we blogged in Soccer laduma back in 2014, Ras Black Child

[@rasblackchild7679]

@@diskiloverscorner.7688 I'm good Brother, yeah Soccer Laduma used to be the place to be for us fans who are passionate about the game, keep well 🤛

[@thandimasilela8947]

I'm emotional as I'm watching this it reminds me of " I blew it " I really feel for him he needed mentors unfortunately he didn't got one this is really sad 😭 I'm wondering where were the parents just saying 🤷 wish him all the best 🙌 in future

[@sifisomthethwa3775]

The best we ever had in Mzansi, we've never had such ever since. He must be given the opportunity to share and pass on the skill

[@DanielLediga]

All the best for your future endeavors. you were a great player indeed.

[@thulasizweerasmus4292]

My Name is Thulasizwe Mthembu from PMB for me to see my legend OJ its makes me happy i will respect OJ till i die no one will be like him Mabizela uyindoda Bru kwazi nje lokho 💕💕💕 No one is perfect in this world.

[@msholozidlamini6242]

Oj was wonderful to watch, a very good & gold defender

[@athimbutuma9149]

I hope the will be a day where OJ is willing to open up and really tell us what happened in his life, hopefully one day he will be ready to tell and own up to his story. Not this thing of just saying "amamistake enzeka off field" what mistakes, what was he doing really, was it drinking, what how when why with who etc.

[@malungaqambela2413]

Respect the Legend but we have to own up and take responsibility for our actions. I hope the current generation is learning.

[@hlonni_chelsea6711]

Robert can start an interview at Point Z, then you will drive yourself to Point A. He starts by asking you the question that you think he will ask. But in a very strategic manner.

[@meshackshongwe1448]

You are doing a great job Mr Marawa..

[@ditopanchachi4876]

Subtitles next time bro Rob, i though he would accomodate everyone in Queen's lingo since he plied his trade in England previously.

[@Thulani-s6i]

O.J. the best we ever had. Big ups to you. We'll always love you.

[@luckysithole2525]

Ill discipline cost him his career...he is SA' s best defender ever, that's according to me

[@gordenmg4966]

You're not wrong.

[@blanket7126]

How about you never maxed anything on life and now heading down six feet. I know for a fact how public corript people in the frontlines and then throw rocks from behind. If he was as we were to think he is stoll here looking good many dead and gone. Why we not expose all these idiots who smear everybody than pick on those working and sacrificing to keep us recreated.

[@nkanyisocele943]

I fully agree 👍🏾 💯

[@blanket7126]

Buy land they not making it anymore said someone

[@blanket7126]

Nope, Bill Gates dropped out of college, Mandela spent 27 years in jail with his law degree, Tambo was homeless with his law degree, Mohammad Ghandi a systemic bandit, Mark Twain a drop out in University and the list is endless to include Jesus in the grave. Hello, a guy got tired of the neighbour's goat eating his vegetables so he dug a ditch. True the goat fell in the ditch. As the man poured the dirt ontop of the goat to burry it alive, they goat shook off the dirt and stump it's feet. Very soon the goat got out of the grave. No matter what hater say shake it off and stump your feet. Even prison waders made fun of mandele make him crush stones but he came out, became president and invited one of them to his inauguration

[@siyabongamaphanga8212]

He was just a great player but he must not blame the media ubephila impilo yobukhotheni and naye uyazi. Angalinge asole abantu ngobukhotheni bake, he must just humble himself abone amaphutha akhe.

[@ubukaonline9733]

Bra lobhuti benyamalala phesheya azobonakala emzansi engabikanga kubaphathi

[@kelomagic7128]

Waze wayibhorisa I interview lomjita uyatetema....akabuke o jabu pule....sebadlulisa onke lama flop...baqaqekile

[@kelomagic7128]

E maritzburg ubengalali

[@Nzeenzi]

OJ doesn't smile, doesn't laugh, Expresses sadness and lookx down on the psl yet his a new coach in the psl. I see his coaching career ending in tears. Mr. Marawa professional interview once again.

[@stanleyhlophe2157]

Hi Rob nice interview I'd really love to come to your show and talk football. I'm 100% sure you'd be impressed.

[@slindelocyprian7132]

Bringing back a school tournament ngenza mehluko mkhulu kabi.Good idea Mr old John

[@OneManArmy_ZA]

SupaMega said it " I have heard it all before, they build you up and bring you down like the Berlin Wall". Qina njalo mfokaMabizela ekhaya babheke wena. Congrats grootman Robert on the new KZbin 🍾channel it's about time ⚽️⚽️⚽️

[@mondezikwa]

The best defender in South Africa 😍👌 I'mic those days at Orlando Pirates he was so good

[@lifewithndoh1856]

Best defender he should be giving knowledge of how to defend i really rate with the Chiellinies and Bonuccies of this World!!!!

[@olwethubuso1519]

Its pain full this interview and his voice tells you we still love you old john as orlando pirates firmly

[@musondakangwa1757]

Please put up English subtitles need time. Would have loved to watch this

[@Dr_Prof]

I like the way you through the questions to this Guy. I still feel like he ow us, South African football is lacking because of his carelessness. Talented, God Given. Mabizela were something else on the field. The guy was supposed to share his knowledge to our youngsters.😭😭😭

[@thalentefezile8789]

Nice interview boy, and like your visions about our football. May God bless imizamo yakho.

[@joasbafana9124]

Regardless of your mistakes you were a brilliant player. I was even close to you at time you played for Platinum stars. You were driving black car it was exciting to be next to you...

[@GiftTrevor]

We're all humans & imperfect. The media broke this legend without having any repercussion on his own well being. Again when you are black famous, rich, making it in life with the talent that 1 posses. They come for you. Being black is hard.

[@awandemhlongo4887]

he was not ready for this interview, he did not talk at all. sometimes people need you to own the truth so that eminye iminyango izovuleka empilweni yakho but all in all what a talented player

[@mikekhabo]

Media can build you and media can equal destroy you. Thus painful 💔 indeed.

[@mikephindile1074]

Best Captain Best player Best Defender🇿🇦

[@jeffreymkhari7260]

I like passion his so good in times of responding questions..... He need counselling serious so that he can cope

[@Tafgoko]

My very favorite player

[@sihlemasondo2898]

Life is not easy and it dont cum with an instruction book we all make mistakes kodwa the lessons we learn is what matters hes the inspiration fr many careers we see today

[@Kanegol02]

What a player. I wish OJ and Sangweni had played together at OPFC. What a talent

[@sithandiweludziya5398]

Wooow 😍🥰😘 my Legend

[@patientkatambayi656]

Nice show Rob....the legend OJ

[@spironh]

OJ the 🐐

[@Ngenazkayi]

So much was expected of him...and man was he capable!!some just felt let down perhaps...he should probably have been supported more,even psychologically...exceptional people like him do get to need careful handling,i believe...

[@MauMauPoqo]

My brother, former teammate at city. Nuff respect OJ. HOLA Gazi lam

[@Inyosi888]

Mabizela was in the limelight and automatically an expectation was around him. For most black footballers a lack of family support has a lot of neggative impact during their carreer.

[@thulanimsengana7290]

We need to protect and guide our gems from negative energies. Also our players to be introduced to a positive life style.

[@sboodube8531]

Incredible talent 🙌🏿

[@homonaledi640]

I loved this player

[@MkheliMbili]

What a great player for pirates

[@mkhuthazisobekwa8192]

I like the way you doing things. I think is the second entervew this one.

[@thandomvimbi1558]

Sometimes lets not always blame others for our misfortunes

[@phutimojela632]

the best show all round

[@Mashilo72]

South African players should learn to responsibility. This blame game is not taking us anywhere

[@tebohoshakhane2120]

Bro Rob,how do I get that cap that’s on OJ?

[@mncedism1]

Leh bra wami your history will never be replaced or erased

[@brianthabisosame7410]

Robert Tried everything to get the answer. As much as it is a beautiful interview, OJ ddnt say much..

[@dennisdennis7627]

Mabizela was hard worker and so brave

[@dipuoprandentertainmentmos2254]

A lot was expected from him. He made history. No player in SA has left SA to EPL the way he did and scored a scorcher on debut. He let himself down, he must heal. We forgave him but he needs to take responsibility as well. Can’t be bitter as if things said were lies.

[@khayalethukwanganyubuse4360]

The MAN

[@mfundohnqinileyo3738]

Thank you Rob for this interview, But eish lomjita looks broken.

[@nogwajatv5588]

Lets have an episode every week consistent

[@LadyT06]

Man will always be a Spurs aka TheWhiteLily as he was one of the best defenders.OJ the brickwall!

[@mfundomhlaba4015]

He doesn't like to talk too much and loud those are used to be knowledgeable. I can tell u this guy is short tempered by nature, God bless u OJ!

[@unyanakazulufoshfosho8555]

For me when ever I see a player its become a wonderful day. So I get bored when I see a television star is every where for Unnecessarily. Ngimthanda umdlali e clean

[@grinnellsecurity2618]

The best defender ever

[@givenmolefe1975]

when OJ says the media played a role, He means he was never protected and managed properly at that age he needed guidance the national team management failed him, his agent failed him and orlando pirates management failed him. sports people like Kobe have been involved in major scandals and their management teams protected them. its sad that we fail to manage talent who know nothing about the space they workin in besides playing the game.

[@Department_of_benny_the_benzo1]

Yeah we don't protect players we must protect this young players too

[@kgabopeter6202]

@@Department_of_benny_the_benzo1 how do you protect a player who keeps on doing the same mistakes? to conclude that he was not protected is unfair. all his agent spoke out, he was the most difficult player to manage. he just needs to take responsibility and move on. great player though

[@thokozni4721]

The GOAT DEFENDER in SA

[@bongabarnabas876]

NO offense I didn't finish the interview I'm so annoyed brother take the responsibility learn to understand in life mistakes are fact of life . it is the response to the error that counts .

[@mkhuthazisobekwa8192]

Keep it up.

[@mvulanekelo6394]

Oh man he sounds just like my big brother who when I talk to him about his alcohol abuse and he would find excuses and he won't open up at all. He looks like he drinks alcohol instead of water.

[@sisou443]

I stayed with OJ in Tyger waterfall, people were so scared of him 😂😂 eish he was a great led though, helped us kakhulu

[@sthembilenkomo2669]

Another thing killing football in townships is drugs we have lost our youth to drugs and nobody is looking at the impact of that and how much football is suffering because of that.

[@selbyhlaise770]

Drugs,alcohol and women alwyz perish talent

[@mlktha_don6729]

Drugs is the biggest contributer,alcohol & women has always been there,a lot of boys live on the streets n smoke nyaope n crystal meth n our police & government r just watching.

[@villavoco235]

True but there is no other alternative like sport, akukho ngisho ibhola elilodwa ne racket ngeke uyithole.

[@godfreymashabane4372]

What I have learned in this interview is that if you need help you yourself must accept that you need help once you think people have an agenda against you, you've missed a mark once people start talking about you, you must start doing introspection and stop blaming people for your downfall that is why the is this saying that says there's no smoke without fire.

[@viwegodfreymcetywa6539]

wow Robert Marawa Tata intle into ozanayo kwiBall lethu coz our football has dead thanks by showing Legends nd come explain about their football Tata Marawa plz try nawe shine make bright our brothers football comes honestly our football is going anywhere maybe bcz of SAFootball it's like this it's bcz of Government