Podcast by Alex Chisholm
17 March 2026
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10 March 2026
As the Matildas navigate the Women's Asian Cup, their performances exhibit both promise and challenges. A 4-0 victory over Iran and a 3-all draw with South Korea display their resilience, but tactics like time-wasting test their patience. Alanna Kennedy's emergence as a top scorer adds a new dimension to the squad, though injuries loom large with Hayley Raso and Steph Cately sidelined with concussion. Coach Joe Montemurro has stressed the need for more ball control and better match management. The upcoming quarterfinal against North Korea presents both an opportunity and a logistical challenge as travel takes a toll on the team's preparation. Then there is the usual wrap of our Aussie men abroad, including key injury updates and some fringe Socceroos pushing their case for selection in the upcoming March international window.
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03 March 2026
This week's episode begins with coverage of the Women's Asian Cup. The Matildas secured a narrow 1-0 victory against the Philippines despite a goalkeeping crisis. Jada Whyman suffered a knee injury, and first-choice keeper Mackenzie Arnold missed out due to a calf injury, leading to a debut for Chloe Lincoln. There also insights from the post-match press conference, featuring Joe Montemurro and Caitlin Foord (with thanks to Football Australia and the AFC), injury updates on Socceroos players like Mohamed Toure and Nick D'Agostino, and a thorough roundup of Aussies men playing in different leagues across the globe, highlighting both their successes and challenges.
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27 February 2026
Poletti from The Dubcast joined me to preview the Asian Cup, with a focus on the Matildas, in this bonus episode. we talked through:
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24 February 2026
In this week's episode, the Matildas squad is under the spotlight, with key selections and omissions stirring conversation. Coach Joe Montemurro discusses the principles guiding his choices amid a backdrop of injury concerns and minimal minutes - thanks to Football Australia for the audio of this press conference. Lydia Williams is set to receive the Alex Tobin medal for her profound impact on Australian football. The episode also provides details on the Socceroos final friendly before the World Cup, against Mexico. Tony Popovic is spotted at Sassuolo's game last weekend in an attempt to get Cristian Volpato to play for the Socceroos. As usual, the weekly wrap delivers a comprehensive update on Australian footballers' performances across international leagues.
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17 February 2026
This week's episode updates you on the Socceroos' World Cup preparations, including their choice of the Oakland Roots Soul training facility as their base camp with quotes from Tony Popovic. Tony Vidmar leaves his role as coach of the under-23 men's team, Olyroos, with quotes from his final interview. There is injury news on Mary Fowler, Lewis Miller and Craig Goodwin as their National Team selection hangs in the balance. There are goals galore for our Socceroos hopefuls abroad and some timely returns from a forgotten Matilda and a Socceroo on the injury comeback trail.
Credit to Football Australia for the audio clips of Tony Popovic and Tony Vidmar which feature in this week's episode.
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