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.

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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