Footballers Unfiltered
Footballers Unfiltered
Podcast Description
Join Joe Hart for Footballers Unfiltered, a show which explores what life as a professional footballer is really like.
Footballers Unfiltered allows current and former players from the men’s and women’s game to have open conversations about the hidden side of the profession – highlighting player stories and challenges which many people don’t see, and shining a light on how player unions are tackling these issues.
This project has been created by FIFPRO, the global union for professional footballers. 2025 marks their 60th anniversary fighting to protect the well-being of players today.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes such as life after football, personal development, and player challenges, often featuring specific topics like players' transition to post-football careers and the support provided by player unions. For example, the inaugural episode discusses Giorgio Chiellini's experiences and the importance of education alongside his football career.
Join Joe Hart for Footballers Unfiltered, a show which explores what life as a professional footballer is really like.
Footballers Unfiltered allows current and former players from the men’s and women’s game to have open conversations about the hidden side of the profession – highlighting player stories and challenges which many people don’t see, and shining a light on how player unions are tackling these issues.
This project has been created by FIFPRO, the global union for professional footballers. 2025 marks their 60th anniversary fighting to protect the well-being of players today.
In this episode of Footballers Unfiltered with Joe Hart, Marshall Munetsi — Zimbabwe international and Wolves midfielder — charts his journey from Harare to the Premier League, and the purpose that drives him beyond football.
A voice for change on and off the pitch, Marshall helped lift the FIFA ban on Zimbabwe’s national team and funds education through the Marshall Munetsi Foundation. Speaking about the rise of fake agents, he is clear-eyed: “It’s a pandemic in Africa now. It’s more than a crisis.” He explains how awareness, due diligence, and stronger player unions can protect young footballers and their families.
Joe and Marshall share their pride in representing their nations, reflect on balancing club football with long international travel, and discuss how leadership can start with responsibility.
To put Marshall’s story in context, Joe is joined by Kgosana Masaseng, Secretary General of FIFPRO Africa, who explores the realities of African players striving to reach Europe — and how expanding unions are giving them a stronger collective voice.
Together, they discuss:
Protecting players from fake agents and misinformation
How unions in Africa are building standards and support
The human impact of federation bans — and how players fought back
Football as a vehicle for education, opportunity and dignity
The realities of representing your country while playing in Europe
This episode shows how a modern footballer can be a competitor, connector, and catalyst for change — and how Marshall Munetsi is helping shape a safer, fairer game for the next generation.
To discover more about FIFPRO and their 60th anniversary, visit:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fifpro/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FIFPRO/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fifpro/posts/?feedView=all
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/FIFProTV/videos
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fifpro
This is a podcast made by Message Heard for FIFPRO.Host: Joe HartGuests: Marshall Munetsi; Kgosana Masaseng (Secretary General, FIFPRO Africa)Producer: Mark KendrickProduction Coordinator: Kirsty McLeanVideographer & Editor: Ethan JuddSound Editor: Lizzy Andrews
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