The Aussie Game Podcast

The Aussie Game Podcast
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The Aussie Game is your weekly deep dive into Australian football — from the A-League to the Socceroos and Matildas, and everything in between. Hosted by passionate fans of the beautiful game Down Under, we break down the latest matches, spotlight local talent, and tackle the issues shaping football in Australia. Whether you're a die-hard supporter or a casual fan, this is your home for Aussie football talk.

  1. 3d ago

    Socceroos vs USA review | What went wrong? Plus blockbuster Paraguay preview

    The Socceroos suffered a 2-0 defeat to tournament co-hosts USA in Seattle, coming back down to earth after their impressive opening win over Turkiye. Tony Popovic's surprise lineup selections failed to fire early as Australia struggled to match the Americans' intensity, conceding two fortunate first-half goals and creating little in attack. Second-half changes sparked life into the Socceroos, with Nestory Irankunda, Connor Metcalfe and Jason Geria making an immediate impact. Christian Volpato's lively 30-minute cameo was one of the major positives as Australia pushed hard for a way back into the contest but couldn't find a breakthrough. In this episode we discuss: What went wrong against the USA?Did Popovic get the starting lineup wrong?The impact of the halftime substitutionsChristian Volpato's exciting performanceWhether this was a reality check or a warning signHow Australia should approach the must-win clash with ParaguayShould the attack be built around the younger generation?What tactical flexibility does Popovic have if Australia falls behind?A-League & Transfer NewsWe also cover the latest transfer and coaching news: Jing Reec and Jonathan Aspropotamitis join Macarthur BullsMitch Duke departs MacarthurMarko Ilic signs for Brisbane Roar as Jay O'Shea leavesPerth Glory retain Charbel Shamoon and add Henry Hore and Calem NieuwenhofWestern Sydney Wanderers release seven players, including Kosta Barbarouses and Steven Ugarkovic BrillanteDan Hall leaves Auckland FC while Steve Corica joins Yokohama F. MarinosGiovanni Savarese appointed Melbourne Victory head coachCentral Coast Mariners release 10 playersKosta Grozos leaves Newcastle Jets, Lucas Scicluna joins Perth GloryTim Payne signs with Club OlimpiaSam Kerr joins Gotham FCPeter Cklamovski lands his first senior head coaching role at Salford CityAFC Champions League NewsAdelaide United will host Vietnamese champions Công an Hà Nội FC in the AFC Champions League Elite 2026/27 Play-Off at Hindmarsh Stadium on August 11. Plus, we answer your listener questions and look ahead to a decisive final group-stage clash for the Socceroos. Subscribe for weekly Australian football updates covering Socceroos, Matildas, Aussies Abroad, and A-League analysis. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. Follow us: IG: @theaussiegame | FB: @theaussiegame | Threads: @theaussiegame | BlueSky: @aussiegame.bsky.social | X: @the_aussie_game

    58 min

  2. Jun 14

    Socceroos take down Turkiye in World Cup opener

    The Socceroos have stunned Turkiye in their opening game of the World Cup with a 2-0 win. We break down the game and highlight some outstanding performances from this young Socceroos team. How big is this win for Australian football and what does it mean for our World Cup hopes. We also cover the Matildas series with Mexico and what we learned one year from the Women's World Cup. Our U19's have also won the ASEAN Championship plus we go through some of the recent transfers for Australian players and clubs. Subscribe for weekly Australian football updates covering Socceroos, Matildas, Aussies Abroad, and A-League analysis. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. Follow us: IG: @theaussiegame | FB: @theaussiegame | Threads: @theaussiegame | BlueSky: @aussiegame.bsky.social | X: @the_aussie_game

    1h 6m

  3. Jun 8

    Irankunda stars in Socceroos' Switzerland draw & Matildas suffer late heartbreak against Mexico

    With the FIFA World Cup just days away, the Socceroos wrapped up their final warm-up match with a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Switzerland. We break down the key talking points, standout performers, selection headaches, and what it all means ahead of the clash with Türkiye. Meanwhile, the Matildas suffered a late 1-0 defeat to an in-form Mexico side in Newcastle on a milestone night for Ellie Carpenter, who celebrated her 100th international appearance as captain. We assess where the team stands one year out from the Women's World Cup. Socceroos 1-1 Switzerland: Final World Cup Tune-UpKey TakeawaysAustralia made seven changes to the starting XI, including debuts for Nicolas Milanovic Volpato and Teti Yengi.Switzerland dominated early, exposing Australia's right side and taking a deserved first-half lead.Paul Izzo Beach impressed in goal with several important saves.Nestory Irankunda was Australia's most dangerous attacking threat, creating problems with his pace and direct running.Volpato showed glimpses of creativity and linked well with Irankunda.Australia improved significantly after halftime.Teti Yengi scored on debut after excellent build-up play involving Connor Metcalfe and Cameron Burgess.Discussion PointsHas Irankunda done enough to start against Türkiye?What did Volpato add to the attack?Is Beach now the clear backup goalkeeper?Who should start in Australia's World Cup opener?Matildas 0-1 Mexico: Promise Without RewardKey TakeawaysEllie Carpenter celebrated her 100th cap and captained the Matildas at just 26 years old.Australia started brightly, dominating possession and creating early chances through Mary Fowler, Caitlin Foord and Amy Sayer.The Matildas enjoyed 75% possession and 13 touches inside Mexico's box during the opening stages.Sam Kerr and Foord combined well throughout the match, while Fowler continued to impress creatively.Mexico remained dangerous on the counter and found success exploiting space behind Australia's defence.The visitors scored a late winner after a composed attacking move.Discussion PointsAre the Matildas creating enough clear-cut chances?What is the team's best midfield structure moving forward?How concerning are the defensive vulnerabilities against quality opposition?Where does the squad stand with 12 months until the Women's World Cup?Player & Transfer NewsKasey BosSet to join Sparta Rotterdam on loan after the Dutch club finished 10th in the Eredivisie last season.Sydney FC Departures The Sky Blues have confirmed the departures of: Joe LolleyJoel KingPatrick WoodAhmet ArslanCorey Hollman Additionally: Apostolos Stamatelopoulos returns to his parent club following his loan spell.Piero Quispe also returns to his parent club after his loan concludes.Final WordMixed results for Australia's national teams. The Socceroos showed resilience and depth ahead of the World Cup, while the Matildas produced encouraging signs but were ultimately punished by a clinical Mexico side. With major tournaments on the horizon, selection debates and tactical questions remain front and centre. Subscribe for weekly Australian football updates covering Socceroos, Matildas, Aussies Abroad, and A-League analysis. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. Follow us: IG: @theaussiegame | FB: @theaussiegame | Threads: @theaussiegame | BlueSky: @aussiegame.bsky.social | X: @the_aussie_game

    1h 6m

  4. May 31

    Will Cristian Volpato make World Cup squad after Mexico loss?

    Cristian Volpato has officially declared for Australia just days before the Socceroos' World Cup squad deadline. What does the switch mean for his chances of making the final 26-man squad, and where could he fit into Tony Popovic's plans? We also break down Australia's 1-0 defeat to Mexico in Florida. Another sluggish first half raised concerns, but a much-improved second-half display showed signs of promise ahead of the World Cup squad announcement. Is the slow-starting approach part of the game plan, or should fans be worried? In this episode:Cristian Volpato chooses Australia over ItalySocceroos 0-1 Mexico: key talking pointsWhy Australia continues to struggle in first halvesImproved second-half performance: tactical adjustment or coincidence?Mo Toure's isolated role and attacking concernsWhich players could miss out on the World Cup squad?Football Australia AGM: financial losses, governance battles and the future of the gameUpdates on the Australian Championship second divisionAussies Abroad: silverware, league titles and European qualification successNewcastle Jets confirm nine departures and sign Nikos VergosAidan Simmons leaves Western Sydney Wanderers for JapanAussies AbroadCrystal Palace claim UEFA Europa Conference League gloryRoma lift the Coppa ItaliaTeagan Micah wins the French league titleMarco Tilio helps Rapid Vienna qualify for EuropeNoah Botic's Austria Vienna secure Europa Conference League qualification Plus all the latest transfer news, overseas performances and listener discussion. What did you make of Australia's performance against Mexico? Did it improve or hurt your confidence ahead of the World Cup? Subscribe for weekly Australian football updates covering Socceroos, Matildas, Aussies Abroad, and A-League analysis. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. Follow us: IG: @theaussiegame | FB: @theaussiegame | Threads: @theaussiegame | BlueSky: @aussiegame.bsky.social | X: @the_aussie_game

    50 min

  5. May 24

    Socceroos star injured weeks before World Cup & Auckland are A-League Champions

    One week until the Socceroos’ 26-man FIFA World Cup squad announcement.Riley McGree suffers an injury scare in Middlesbrough’s Championship playoff defeat — what does it mean for Australia’s World Cup plans?Auckland FC make A-League history, winning the championship in just their second season.Steve Corica’s redemption story as Auckland defeat his former club Sydney FC in the Grand Final.Tactical breakdown: Auckland’s high press vs Sydney FC’s possession game.Cameron Howieson scores the winner and claims the Joe Marston Medal.What Auckland’s success means for the future of the A-League.Patrick Kisnorbo signs a three-year deal with Sydney FC.APL extends the Paramount+ and Network 10 broadcast deal for another three years.Arthur Diles departs Melbourne Victory as the club qualifies for ACL2.Football Australia questions Western United’s licence status amid Canberra expansion talks.Harrison Devenish-Meares wins Goalkeeper of the Year and Save of the Year.Football Australia announces a $15.3 million loss and major staff cuts.Matildas squad news: Steph Catley returns, Izzy Gomez recalled, maiden call-up for Ilona Melegh.Mat Ryan’s Levante survive relegation in dramatic fashion on the final day in Spain.Emily van Egmond’s Leicester relegated after WSL qualification final defeat.Annalise Rasmussen scores on Juventus debut ahead of the Coppa Italia Final.Aussies abroad updates from Sweden, MLS, China and the US Open Cup.Melbourne City Women knocked out of the Asian Champions League semi-finals.Joeys and Young Matildas learn their FIFA World Cup opponents. Subscribe for weekly Australian football updates covering Socceroos, Matildas, Aussies Abroad, and A-League analysis. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. Follow us: IG: @theaussiegame | FB: @theaussiegame | Threads: @theaussiegame | BlueSky: @aussiegame.bsky.social | X: @the_aussie_game

    1h 8m

  6. May 17

    Socceroos heartbreak across Europe, Sam Kerr signs off in style and A-League Men's semi finals

    Cam Devlin heartbreak in Scotland, St Pauli relegated from the Bundesliga, Riley McGree’s Middlesbrough pain continues and Mat Ryan produces heroics in Spain. Plus Melbourne City chase history, Auckland book a home A-League Grand Final and Australia’s Joeys & Young Matildas secure World Cup qualification. In This Episode:Cam Devlin’s Hearts fall short in dramatic Scottish title raceMartin Boyle scores again as Hibs finish fifthRiley McGree scores in Middlesbrough’s playoff heartbreakJackson Irvine & Connor Metcalfe relegated with St PauliMat Ryan’s stunning double save keeps Levante aliveJordy Bos secures UEFA Champions League football with FeyenoordHolly McNamara stars as Melbourne City win A-League Women Grand FinalAuckland FC set up historic home A-League Men Grand FinalJoeys and Young Matildas qualify for World CupsTeam of the Week featuring Sam Kerr, Cam Devlin & Holly McNamaraAussies Abroad HighlightsCam Devlin scores for Hearts before final-day Scottish Premiership heartbreakMartin Boyle nets his ninth goal of the season for HibernianRiley McGree scores despite Middlesbrough’s late defeat to SouthamptonJackson Irvine confirms he’ll stay with St Pauli after relegationMat Ryan shines with four saves in Levante’s crucial winWinona Heatley helps Roma secure the Serie A titleGarang Kuol impresses as Sparta Prague qualify for EuropeJordy Bos heading to the Champions League with FeyenoordA-League MenAuckland FC dominate Adelaide United 3-0Sydney FC defeat Newcastle Jets on penalties in thrillerFirst-ever New Zealand hosted A-League Grand Final confirmedA-League WomenMelbourne City defeat Wellington Phoenix 3-1 in Grand FinalHolly McNamara scores twice in breakout performanceCity now chasing historic Asian Champions League trebleNational TeamsJoeys qualify for FIFA U17 World Cup after beating VietnamYoung Matildas secure U20 Women’s World Cup qualificationTeam of the WeekHarrison Devenish-Meares, Jordy Bos, Jake Girdwood-Reich, Winona Heatley, Rhyan Grant, Cam Devlin, Eli Adams, Akeem Gerald, Leticia McKenna, Holly McNamara & Sam Kerr. Subscribe for weekly Australian football updates covering Socceroos, Matildas, Aussies Abroad, and A-League analysis. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. Follow us: IG: @theaussiegame | FB: @theaussiegame | Threads: @theaussiegame | BlueSky: @aussiegame.bsky.social | X: @the_aussie_game

    58 min

  7. May 10

    Socceroos World Cup squad update, Federation Square backflip & scintillating A-League finals

    This week we break down the latest Socceroos news ahead of the World Cup, including training camps, injury concerns, the 2027 Asian Cup draw and the Federation Square fan-zone backflip. We also cover: Riley McGree and Middlesbrough’s Championship semi-final battleSam Kerr becoming Chelsea’s all-time leading scorerMary Fowler and Manchester City lifting the WSL titleDario Vidosic guiding Brighton to EuropeCrystal Palace reaching a European finalAussies abroad across Scotland, Germany, Spain, Austria, MLS and ChinaFull A-League Men and Ninja A-League finals analysisJoeys and Young Matildas updates from AsiaTeam of the Week selections Key Topics Socceroos World Cup camp & injuries Federation Square World Cup screening reversal Sam Kerr record breaker at Chelsea Mary Fowler wins WSL title Riley McGree stars for Middlesbrough A-League finals recap Young Aussie stars shining overseas Team of the Week Mat Ryan Ellie Carpenter Charlie Rule Jordan Courtney-Perkins Kye Rowles Wataru Kamijo Max Burgess Lachlan Brook Harry Crawford Sam Kerr Mary Fowler Subscribe for weekly Australian football updates covering Socceroos, Matildas, Aussies Abroad, and A-League analysis. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. Follow us: IG: @theaussiegame | FB: @theaussiegame | Threads: @theaussiegame | BlueSky: @aussiegame.bsky.social | X: @the_aussie_game

    1h 16m

  8. May 4

    Is Nestory Irankunda heading to the Premier League, Mo Toure strikes again and drama in the A-League finals

    Aussies Making Moves Before the World CupWith European seasons wrapping up and the World Cup approaching, Australian players are making final statements. Nestory Irankunda headlines transfer buzzMohamed Toure scoring in EnglandRiley McGree returns for Middlesbrough playoff pushArsenal Matildas exit Europe, while a former Matilda lifts silverwareA-League Men down to final four amid finals dramaMatildas friendlies + Young Matildas Asian Cup underwayBig Story: Irankunda’s $32M Transfer BuzzNestory Irankunda linked to:Everton FCCrystal Palace FCACF FiorentinaBayer Leverkusen50 games | 8 goals | 5 assists | 2500+ minutesLatest: Full match in 4-0 loss to CoventryAussies Abroad WrapChampionship HighlightsMohamed Toure scores again (Norwich loss)Riley McGree returns as Boro reach playoffsHarry Souttar strong in Leicester winCameron Burgess dominant performanceLeague OneJo Gauci standout despite relegationCaleb Watts solid in Plymouth winAlex Robertson finishes season stronglyWomen’s Football UpdateUEFA Women’s Champions LeagueCaitlin Foord strong vs Lyon but Arsenal eliminatedWomen’s Super LeagueSam Kerr scores double for ChelseaEllie Carpenter on targetClare Wheeler assist performanceEuropean GloryAivi Luik wins Europa title at age 41Around the WorldGermanySchalke promoted (Dylan Leonard squad)SpainMathew Ryan clean sheet for LevanteMLS & CONCACAFPatrick Yazbek key in NashvilleKai Trewin scores in NY derbyArchie Goodwin MLS impact subJapanThomas Deng late sub in winTete Yengi contributes off benchA-League Finals SeriesMen’s Elimination FinalsAuckland FC defeat Melbourne City (penalties)Harrison Devenish-Meares heroics for Sydney FCSydney edge Victory → face NewcastleAuckland vs Adelaide semi locked inWomen’s Semi-FinalsLeticia McKenna free-kick gives City edgeBrisbane defeat Wellington (Daisy Brown winner)International WatchYoung Matildas defeat India 2-0World Cup qualification target: Top 2 finishTeam of the WeekHarrison Devenish-MearesKai TrewinAivi LuikHarry SouttarCameron BurgessJacob ItalianoPaul Okon-EngstlerMohamed TourePatrick WoodSam Kerr Subscribe for weekly Australian football updates covering Socceroos, Matildas, Aussies Abroad, and A-League analysis. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. Follow us: IG: @theaussiegame | FB: @theaussiegame | Threads: @theaussiegame | BlueSky: @aussiegame.bsky.social | X: @the_aussie_game

    1h 17m
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The Aussie Game is your weekly deep dive into Australian football — from the A-League to the Socceroos and Matildas, and everything in between. Hosted by passionate fans of the beautiful game Down Under, we break down the latest matches, spotlight local talent, and tackle the issues shaping football in Australia. Whether you're a die-hard supporter or a casual fan, this is your home for Aussie football talk.

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