Podcast by Alex Chisholm
18 November 2025
This week's episode of The Aussie Football Passport delves into the recent nomination of Kyra Cooney-Cross for the FIFA Marta Award, highlighting her spectacular goal against Germany. You can vote for her here. The last Matildas squad of the year has two new faces, Tameka Yallop and Kahli Johnson for their friendlies against New Zealand. Meanwhile, the injury-plagued Socceroos face challenges as several key players, including potential debutant Deni Juric, are ruled out. Sam Kerr's long-awaited return to playing on home soil is eagerly anticipated, especially after her brace against St Polten in the Champions League. Aivi Luik is considering playing on, following her Swedish league victory with BK Hacken. We've also got goal scoring players of the week and a whole lot more!
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11 November 2025
This weeks episode focuses on the Socceroos' new squad, which undergoes major changes ahead of international fixtures against Venezuela and Colombia. James Overy and Deni Juric are among those receiving their first call-ups. In women's football, Steph Catley bags a nomination for the FIFA Women's Eleven, drawing attention to her stellar performances - you can vote for her here. The young Matildas face a competitive group in the 2026 Asian Cup, including powerhouse Japan. There are also updates on player injuries, like Alessandro Circati and Adrian Segecic, who will miss a number of weeks of football. All that and the usual weekly wrap of club careers abroad, including our women's and men's players of the week.
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04 November 2025
This week's Aussie Football Passport podcast dives into both the triumphs and struggles of Australian footballers abroad. Major highlights include Mary Fowler's unprecedented third win of the PFA Young Women's Player award and Steph Catley's consistent excellence with her second consecutive award. The Matildas experienced a difficult international window with a defeat to England. There are also updates on significant injuries affecting both male and female Australian players in clubs globally. Despite setbacks, promising performers like Clare Wheeler are emerging, providing a silver lining as Australian footballers continue to compete on the international stage. There was also a big week for our Men's Player of the Week in the Netherlands!
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28 October 2025
Key highlights in this week's episode include the Socceroos' upcoming friendlies against Venezuela and Colombia in the US as part of their November international window. Meanwhile, the Matildas secured a 2-1 victory against Wales, with Sam Kerr making a notable return after 725 days. The podcast also introduces a new segment to celebrate its 25th episode, focusing on injury updates among Aussie players abroad. Fans can look forward to the Matildas' matches against New Zealand and future analyses of upcoming games, including the game against England. All that and a whole lot more!
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21 October 2025
This week's episode features news on Australian managers with updates on Ange Postecoglou's sacking from Nottingham Forest and Kevin Muscat's decision to stay at Shanghai Port despite advanced talks with Rangers. In women's football, the Junior Matildas dominated their Asian Cup qualifiers with two commanding performances, while the senior Matildas face a squad change due to an injury for their upcoming matches against Wales and England. The Socceroos lost to the USA, ending a strong streak under coach Tony Popovic, highlighting some defensive weaknesses and missed goal opportunities. All that plus the usual updates of how our Aussies playing their club football overseas are performing.
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24:07
14 October 2025
The Matildas' latest squad announcement is headlined by the much-anticipated return of star striker Sam Kerr, following her ACL injury. Joining her are fan favourites Courtnee Vine and Katrina Gorry, but there's no place for Daniela Galic. Meanwhile, Socceroos coach Tony Popovic maintains an impressive undefeated streak, based on a strong defence and promising performances from young players Mo Toure and Nestory Irankunda. This episode also delves into the challenges faced by Aussie coaches abroad, with Postecoglou under scrutiny at Nottingham Forest and Kevin Muscat potentially eyed by Rangers.
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