The Aussie Football Passport

Alex Chisholm
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A weekly podcast covering Australian men and women footballers who are playing overseas. This is a podcast for Australian football fans who want to keep up to date with their favourite men and women players.

  1. 17 MAR

    The Matildas Book Their Spot in the Semifinal and World Cup

    On this week's episode: The Matildas progress to the semifinals of the Asian Cup after a hard-fought victory against North Korea - this also secure World Cup qualification for next year's tournament. Newcastle Jets striker Lachlan Rose is off to Dundee United, according to British sources.Adrian Segecic changes allegiance to Croatia.Injury updates on a couple of Socceroos hopefuls.A couple of worldies from our Aussie men playing in England. All that and more in this week's episode. If you'd like to get in touch, the website is here, and you can also get in touch on Facebook and Instagram.

    26 min

  2. 10 MAR

    Quarterfinals Await: Matildas Set to Face North Korea, Plus Aussie Men Wrap

    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. You ca get in touch via The Aussie Football Passport website, and our Facebook and Instagram accounts.

    26 min

  3. 3 MAR

    Matildas Triumph Despite Goalkeeping Woes and Mixed News for our Men Abroad

    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. The Aussie Football website is here, and we are on Facebook, Instagram and X/Twitter.

    21 min

  4. 27 FEB

    Matildas Asian Cup Preview with Poletti from The Dubcast

    Poletti from The Dubcast joined me to preview the Asian Cup, with a focus on the Matildas, in this bonus episode. we talked through: Squad selections and some new fitness concerns;What to expect from the A-League Women's players in the squad;Opposition analysis including who are the main threats to the Matildas;Competition permutations - who could play who and World Cup qualification is on the line;Predictions and what success looks like for the Matildas. You can check out The Dubcast on YouTube and Apple Podcasts. The Aussie Football Passport website is here, and our social media includes Facebook, Instagram and X/Twitter.

    46 min

  5. 24 FEB

    Key Decisions and Heartbreaks in Matildas Squad Selection for Asian Cup

    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. Website: https://www.theaussiefootballpassport.com.au/ Email: theaussiefootballpassport@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Aussie-Football-Passport/61575614109797/# Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theaussiefootballpassport/# X/Twitter: https://x.com/AusFootiePass

    23 min

  6. 17 FEB

    Matildas and Socceroos Setbacks, Magnificent Mo Toure and More Goals for Socceroos Hopefuls

    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. Website: https://www.theaussiefootballpassport.com.au/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Aussie-Football-Passport/61575614109797/# Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theaussiefootballpassport/# X/Twitter: https://x.com/AusFootiePass

    22 min

  7. 10 FEB

    Matildas' Hopeful Suffers Injury Blow and Socceroos Debut Goal for New Club

    In this week's episode there is more transfer news, with Jacob Farrell going on loan to the Western Sydney Wanderers and Rhys Bozinovski securing a move to Heracles Almelo. Unfortunately, Matilda's hopeful Sharn Freier is ruled out of the Asian Cup due to an ACL injury. The are also some positives for Matildas and Socceroos hopefuls, such as clean sheets by Morgan Aquino in the USL and Jacob Italiano's return to action in Austria. There is also the usual wrap of our Aussies battling for minutes at the club as they also fight for a spot in the national side, including a debut goal for another Aussie in the Championship.

    19 min

  8. 3 FEB

    World Club Champion Matildas, A Socceroo Brace, and the Return of a Star Matilda

    In a packed episode, this week for The Aussie Football Passport, there are notable transfers including Annalise Rasmussen's record-breaking move to Juventus and Alana Murphy's switch to Nottingham Forest. Arsenal's Women's Champions Cup win, with contributions from Australian players, is celebrated. The episode also discusses red cards, injury returns, and strong performances in the WSL and Championship, amongst other European Leagues. There are plenty of goals and assists, and a surprise clean sheet to bring you in a big week for our Aussies Abroad. Email: theaussiefootballpassport@gmail.com Website: https://www.theaussiefootballpassport.com.au/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Aussie-Football-Passport/61575614109797/# Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theaussiefootballpassport/# X/Twitter: https://x.com/AusFootiePass

    21 min
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A weekly podcast covering Australian men and women footballers who are playing overseas. This is a podcast for Australian football fans who want to keep up to date with their favourite men and women players.

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