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. 21 hr ago

    #108 - Toure blunts Blades, Galic stars in Sweden and Young Socceroos nightmare

    Magical Mo Toure is at it again! The 22-year-old continues his incredible scoring run for Norwich in the Championship, but could two out-of-favour Australian wingers finding form in Europe force their way into the next Socceroos squad? We also look at a potentially long season ahead for Harry Souttar in League One, Riley McGree’s increasing minutes, and whether Scottish goalkeeper Jacob Chapman has done enough to enter the Socceroos conversation. For the Matildas, Daniela Galic is flying in Sweden, while Ellie Carpenter and Alanna Kennedy continue their European campaigns. EnglandPremier LeagueLucas Herrington helped Hull City secure another clean sheet in a 0-0 draw, coming on in the 71st minute.Hull sit second with seven points after an impressive start.Hull face Chelsea in the Carabao Cup next.ChampionshipMohamed Toure scored again as Norwich beat Sheffield United 3-1, taking him to three league goals and equal fourth in the Championship scoring charts.Toure played 71 minutes in a midweek 1-0 loss to Stoke.Riley McGree continues to build minutes, playing 55 minutes in a 1-0 win over Millwall after starting and playing 61 minutes against Burnley.A difficult week for Alex Robertson and Cardiff City, with losses to QPR and Portsmouth.Callum Elder played the full match in Lincoln's 0-0 draw with Blackburn but was an unused substitute against Southampton.Kealey Adamson made an 18-minute substitute appearance for QPR.League OneHarry Souttar stayed at Leicester City and played the full match in a 2-0 win over Plymouth, before featuring in the 4-0 defeat to Oxford.Caleb Watts came off the bench against Leicester before scoring as Plymouth beat Doncaster 3-2.Luka Smyth featured in consecutive 1-1 draws for Notts County against Doncaster and Huddersfield.Sammy Silvera made substitute appearances in defeats/draws against Wigan and Wycombe.Raphael Borges Rodrigues made his Burton debut immediately after joining on loan.Clayton Taylor played 15 minutes in Barnsley's 5-1 loss to Stevenage.League TwoPeter Cklamovski's Salford City recorded consecutive wins, including a 1-0 victory over Port Vale.Kaelan Majekodunmi played a full match as Swindon beat Port Vale 3-1, then played the second half in another 3-1 win over Colchester.Swindon sit second in League Two.Women's Super LeagueAlanna Kennedy started and played the full game as London City Lionesses won 2-1.Ellie Carpenter started for Chelsea and provided the assist for the opening goal in a 1-1 draw with Aston Villa.Australians in EuropeGermanyPaul Okon Jr started in midfield for Köln against Stuttgart before being substituted at half-time in a 4-1 defeat.Hayley Raso was sent off for Eintracht Frankfurt in a dramatic Champions League qualifier. Frankfurt eventually lost 6-2 after extra time.Jamilla Rankin featured in the second half of extra time.Connor Metcalfe played the second half as St Pauli drew 2-2, with Sam Klein also making a late appearance.PortugalNestroy Irankunda came off the bench as Sporting won 2-0.Circati played from the 62nd minute as Benfica won 3-0 away.NetherlandsMax Ballard started for NAC Breda in a 4-2 defeat after his side went down to 10 men.AustriaJed Drew played 12 minutes as Hartberg won 3-2.Marco Tilio scored in Rapid Wien's 3-1 win and remains part of an undefeated league-leading side.Rapid were then beaten 5-1 by Salzburg, with Tilio coming off the bench.Tilio started again and played 64 minutes in a 5-2 Austrian Cup win over Klagenfurt.DenmarkPaul Izzo returned in goal as Randers won 2-1.Oliver Jones also gained valuable minutes after an injury-disrupted period since joining Randers.Marcus Younis played 65 minutes in Brondby's 3-1 defeat.HungaryDaniel Arzani was outstanding for Ferencvaros, assisting the opener in a 2-1 win over Puskas Academy.Arzani then assisted another opener in a 3-0 win over Gyor, playing 70 minutes.NorwayGianni Stensness played another full match for Viking as they continue to chase Bodo/Glimt at the top of the table.Viking drew 1-1 and now sit three points behind the leaders.ScotlandA huge week for Australian players in Scotland. Cam Devlin started for Rangers in a 2-1 win over Falkirk.Ryan Strain provided assists in consecutive matches, continuing his excellent attacking form for Falkirk.Martin Boyle scored for Hibernian in a 2-1 win over Dundee before Hibs lost 3-1 to Hearts.Jake Iredale came on as an early injury replacement against Hearts before being sent off.Jacob Chapman was one of the week's biggest talking points, keeping a clean sheet in St Mirren's 1-0 win over Kilmarnock.Chapman then made five saves against Celtic in a 2-1 defeat. Could the St Mirren goalkeeper be a surprise Socceroos call-up?Jake Girdwood-Reich featured for Motherwell against Dundee United and Rangers.Josh Rawlins, Daniel Bennie and Zac Sapsford all started for Dundee United, with Lachie Rose featuring from the bench.SloveniaYa Ya Dukuly came off the bench in both a 4-1 defeat and a 2-0 bounce-back win for Celje.ItalyCristian Volpato played 55 minutes as Sassuolo progressed in the Coppa Italia on penalties against Frosinone.SwedenDaniela Galic was the star, scoring twice in Vittsjo GIK's massive 5-0 victory.Women's Champions LeagueChelsea completed a 6-2 aggregate win over Real Sociedad, with Ellie Carpenter playing 60 minutes in the second leg.Hayley Raso's red card proved costly for Eintracht Frankfurt as PSG ran over the top in extra time to win 5-1 on the night and 6-2 on aggregate.Asia & BeyondSaudi ArabiaAnge Postecoglou suffered a 2-1 defeat against Al Ittihad.ChinaKevin Muscat guided Shanghai Port into the China Cup semi-finals with a 3-0 win over Shandong.Shanghai then drew 0-0 with Beijing Guoan.John Aloisi's Chengdu Rongcheng could wrap up the title.JapanJackson Irvine played the full match as Cerezo Osaka beat Kashiwa Reysol 2-0.Tete Yengi played 60 minutes as Machida beat Kawasaki Frontale 2-1.Steve Corica's Yokohama FC drew 1-1 with Kyoto.Eli Adams played the full match in a 2-2 draw with V-Varen Nagasaki.MLSAiden O'Neill returned for New York City FC, playing 20 minutes off the bench in a 0-0 draw with Nashville.Patrick Yazbek started for Nashville and played 55 minutes.Archie Goodwin played seven minutes in Charlotte's 0-0 draw with Houston.TransfersLeticia McKenna joins Nottingham Forest for a record transfer fee.Hayden Matthews joins Bradford City on a season-long loan.Raphael Borges Rodrigues joins Burton Albion on loan for the season.Dylan Leonard joins Alemannia Aachen on loan in Germany.Kusini Yengi joins Sanfrecce Hiroshima on loan until the end of the year, with an option to make the move permanent.Ryan Fraser joins Macarthur FC.Young Socceroos & PathwaysThe Australia U-20s opened their Asian Cup qualification campaign with a controlled 2-0 win over Laos. Marcus Neill converted a penalty before Melbourne City's Lewis Marinucci found the far corner directly from a corner. The Young Socceroos then drew 2-2 with Malaysia in a disrupted encounter, leaving qualification going down to the wire. Australian ChampionshipThe groups for the inaugural Australian Championship have been announced.New U-15 National ProgramsFootball Australia has announced Australia's youngest-ever national programs, introducing boys' and girls' U-15 National Select sides. The boys' team will compete at the inaugural FIFA U-15 World Cup & Festival in Azerbaijan in October.The girls' team will debut at the women's edition next year.From 2028, both U-15 World Cups are scheduled to be held annually.Michael Cooper has been appointed as Football Australia's Pathways Talent Identification Lead.The new programs are designed to give Australia's best young players their first experience of international tournament football.The U-15 tournament in Azerbaijan runs from October 22–31 and will use a modified, fast-paced format rather than traditional 11-a-side football.Team of the WeekGK: Jacob Chapman DEF: Ellie Carpenter, Lucas Herrington, Alanna Kennedy, Kaelan Majekodunmi MID: Aiden O'Neill, Patrick Yazbek FWD: Caleb Watts, Daniela Galic, Martin Boyle, Mohamed Toure If you enjoy the show, subscribe, leave a review and follow us for weekly coverage of the Socceroos, Matildas, A-League and Australians playing around the world. 🎧 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

  2. 30 Aug

    #107 - Aussie Strikers Shine, European Drama & Matildas News

    Two young Australian strikers stole the show this week as Mohamed Toure and Luka Smyth both scored braces for Norwich City and Notts County. We look at Toure’s incredible scoring form and whether he could still leave Norwich before the transfer window closes, while Smyth continues his rise with another match-winning performance. Around the world, we cover the latest from Socceroos and Matildas players overseas, including: Kyra Cooney-Cross returns for Arsenal and scores a stunning goal. Ellie Carpenter stars for Chelsea in Champions League qualifying. Cristian Volpato finds the net for Sassuolo. Paul Okon-Engstler makes his Bundesliga debut. Mat Ryan delivers another Man of the Match performance for Levante. Nestory Irankunda, Tete Yengi, Jackson Irvine, Gianni Stensness and more feature across Europe and Asia. Huge Champions League, Europa League and Conference League qualification drama, including heartbreak for Marcus Tilio. John Aloisi's Chengdu Rongcheng move closer to the Chinese Super League title. Ange Postecoglou leads Al Nassr to a remarkable comeback win in Saudi Arabia. Back home, we discuss the Australia Cup semi-finalists, Adam Taggart's move to Vietnam, Tyrese Francois joining Brisbane Roar, Andy Harper's comments on the A-League and the newly confirmed Australian Championship. We also have the latest on the Matildas, Junior Matildas, Graham Arnold, Australia's upcoming clash with Colombia, and finish with our Team of the Week. If you enjoy the show, subscribe, leave a review and follow us for weekly coverage of the Socceroos, Matildas, A-League and Australians playing around the world. 🎧 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

  3. 23 Aug

    #106 - Alessandro Circati joins Benfica & Lucas Herrington makes Premier League debut

    Alessandro Circati becomes the latest young Socceroo to make a huge move to Europe, joining Benfica from Parma for a reported $33 million AUD. We break down what the transfer means for Circati and his development, while also covering a big week of Australian footballers making their mark overseas. This Week’s Big StoriesAlessandro Circati joins Benfica: The young Socceroo signs a five-year deal in a reported $33M AUD transfer from Parma.Lucas Herrington makes his Premier League debut: The Hull defender delivered a composed 26-minute cameo in their huge win over Manchester United, winning all three of his aerial duels.Nestory Irankunda debuts for Sporting: The Australian winger created three chances in 22 minutes off the bench.Patrick Beach starts in France: The goalkeeper kept a clean sheet for Troyes against Paris FC.Goals and assists across Europe: Christian Volpato, Josh Nisbet, Noa Skoko, Amy Sayer and others found the scoresheet or contributed to big results.Jackson Irvine shines in Japan: The Socceroos captain made his first start for his new club and provided the assist in a 1-0 win.Ange Postecoglou keeps winning in Saudi Arabia: Two league wins and a cup victory maintain his side's position at the top.Jordy Bos suffers a serious knee injury: The Dutch-based Australian is facing a lengthy six-month layoff, putting his Asian Cup hopes in doubt.Circati’s Big Benfica MoveWe dive deeper into Alessandro Circati’s move from Parma to Benfica and what the next step could mean for the young defender. Circati has already captained both Parma and the Socceroos at a remarkably young age, highlighting his leadership qualities and enormous potential. Benfica also offers the opportunity to compete in European football, with the Portuguese giants involved in the Europa League playoff. The big question: Is the Portuguese league a stronger environment for Circati than Serie A? While Serie A offers a higher overall standard across the league, Benfica provides regular title contention and European football. Aussies Making Their MarkPremier League & ChampionshipLucas Herrington's Premier League debut was a standout, with the young defender recording: 26 minutes100% passing accuracy9 touches4 clearances3 headed clearances3/3 aerial duels won0 fouls committed Alex Robertson played 90 minutes in Cardiff’s 2-2 draw with Derby, while Riley McGree, Mo Toure and Kealey Adamson also featured in the Championship. EuropeJosh Nisbet scored and earned Man of the Match honours for Roda JC.Christian Volpato opened the scoring in Sassuolo’s 3-0 Coppa Italia win.Noa Skoko scored for Rudes in Croatia.Amy Sayer rescued a point for Malmö with an equaliser.Remy Siemsen scored for Kristianstads, assisted by Bryleeh Henry.Hayley Raso started for Eintracht Frankfurt.Marcus Younis continued his run of starts for Brondby.Musa Toure scored off the bench for Randers in the Danish Cup.Gianni Stensness featured in Viking’s Champions League playoff comeback.Cam Devlin was sent off shortly after coming on for Rangers.Asia Round-UpJackson Irvine provided an assist on his first start in Japan as Yokohama secured a 1-0 win. In China, John Aloisi’s Chengdu Rongcheng suffered a wild 5-4 defeat, while Nick Montgomery’s Beijing Guoan conceded a late goal to limit the damage in the table. Ross Aloisi’s Zhejiang Professional grabbed a late equaliser and sit 11th. In Saudi Arabia, Ange Postecoglou continues to entertain and win, with his side maintaining top spot after two league victories and a cup win. Asian Champions League DrawThe A-League clubs now know their potential Asian opponents, with Newcastle Jets facing a challenging path that includes some of Asia’s biggest clubs. Key opponents include Shanghai Port, Kashima Antlers, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Vissel Kobe, Kashiwa Reysol, Beijing Guoan, Gamba Osaka and Kyoto Sanga. The playoff decider is set for 31 August 2026. Back HomeSydney FC squeezed past SD Raiders in the Australia Cup quarter-finals.Melbourne Victory also progressed to the semi-finals.A-League Women fixtures have been released.Dean Heffernan has been appointed Mariners Women’s head coach.Sutherland Sharks qualified for the Australian Championship.Mile Sterjovski and Macarthur Bulls have mutually parted ways, with Sasa Ognenovski taking over.Nishan Velupillay has joined Ingolstadt in Germany.Awan Lual is attracting interest from clubs across eight overseas leagues.Changes have been made to the Young Socceroos squad ahead of U20 Asian Cup qualifying.Team of the WeekGK: Mackenzie Arnold DEF: Kealey Adamson, Lucas Herrington, Gianni Stensness, Ben Garuccio MID: Noa Skoko, Eddie Caspers, Josh Nisbet ATT: Christian Volpato, Amy Sayer, Remy Siemsen SUB: Charli Grant From Circati’s blockbuster Benfica transfer to Herrington’s Premier League debut and another big week for Australians across Europe and Asia, there’s plenty to discuss in this week’s episode. If you enjoy the show, subscribe, leave a review and follow us for weekly coverage of the Socceroos, Matildas, A-League and Australians playing around the world. 🎧 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

  4. 16 Aug

    #105 - Nestory Irankunda joins Sporting, Sam Kerr makes history and Riley McGree returns

    A massive week in Australian football sees Nestory Irankunda complete his move to Sporting CP, Lucas Herrington join Hull City, and Western United exit the A-Leagues. We also cover major Socceroo injuries, transfer battles, the return of an iconic Matilda, and another chaotic round of the Australia Cup. In this episode Nestory Irankunda joins Sporting CP on a five-year deal reportedly worth up to £17 million, with an €80 million release clause. Lucas Herrington signs for Hull City in a deal worth around £17 million including add-ons. Could his Premier League debut come against Manchester United? Cam Burgess suffers a ruptured Achilles, creating another headache for Socceroos centre-back depth. Harry Souttar is at the centre of a transfer tug-of-war, with Sheffield United reportedly offering £8 million while Leicester want £10 million. Cortnee Vine joins Melbourne City, adding another star to their squad. Jaylan Pearman joins Swindon Town on loan for the season. The latest Australian football results from England, Scotland, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Scandinavia, Japan, China, the USA and Canada. Sam Kerr makes NWSL history, becoming the first player to reach 80 regular-season goals. Tete Yengi continues his hot start in Japan, scoring in his second consecutive game as Machida Zelvia go top. Yaya Dukuly is making waves in Slovenia, scoring again as Celje push for Champions League qualification. A full WSL preview, with 13 Australians set to feature this season. Western United's A-Leagues licence is terminated, while South Melbourne signal their interest in returning to the top flight. The Australia Cup Round of 16 delivers penalties, red cards, giant-killings and plenty of drama, including South Melbourne, Lions FC, Sunshine Eagles and APIA Leichhardt progressing. Adelaide United miss out on the AFC Champions League Elite but remain in contention for the second-tier competition. Team of the Week returns, featuring stars from around the world. WSL Preview We look ahead to a new Women's Super League season featuring a strong Australian contingent, including Alana Kennedy, Ellie Carpenter, Mary Fowler, Clare Hunt, Steph Catley, Caitlin Foord, Kyra Cooney-Cross and more. Team of the Week GK: Oliver Kalac DEF: Courtney Nevin, Alessandro Circati, Jake Girdwood-Reich, Johnny Koutroumbis MID: Oscar Priestman, Josh Nisbet, Riley McGree FWD: Yaya Dukuly, Tete Yengi, Sam Kerr SUBS: Kahli Johnson, Amlani Tatu If you enjoy the show, subscribe, leave a review and follow us for weekly coverage of the Socceroos, Matildas, A-League and Australians playing around the world. 🎧 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

  5. 9 Aug

    #104 - More Socceroos make their moves, Mo Toure lights it up for Norwich & Australia Cup Round of 16 drama

    A huge week of Australian football as Socceroos make moves overseas, Aussies return to action across Europe and Asia, and the Australia Cup delivers plenty of drama. We cover Jackson Irvine’s move to Cerezo Osaka, Emily Van Egmond joining Charlton and Massimo Luongo re-signing with Millwall, plus Australian performances across England, Scotland, Germany, Japan, the USA and more. Transfers Jackson Irvine joins Cerezo Osaka, becoming the seventh Australian in the J League. Emily Van Egmond joins Charlton. Massimo Luongo re-signs with Millwall. Aussies Abroad England Mo Toure picked up where he left off with Norwich, scoring a spectacular early goal and assisting another in a 4-1 League Cup win over MK Dons. Harry Souttar, Alex Robertson and Cam Burgess all played 90 minutes, while Thomas Waddingham suffered an ankle injury after coming off the bench for Portsmouth. Scotland Motherwell's Australians Jake Girdwood-Reich and Oscar Priestman featured in their 1-1 Conference League draw with HJK, while Johnny Koutroumbis also came off the bench. Martin Boyle and Ante Suto featured for Hibernian in Europe, while Cam Devlin played for Rangers. Jacob Chapman saved a penalty and kept a clean sheet as St Mirren beat St Johnstone 1-0 to move top of the Scottish league. Europe Marco Tilio continues to build minutes for Rapid Wien, while Jed Drew featured for Hartberg. Josh Nisbet played 90 minutes for Roda JC, Marcus Younis started for Brøndby and Gianni Stensness played the full match in Viking's 2-1 win. Daniel Arzani featured for Ferencváros, while Garang Kuol completed 90 minutes for Sparta Prague — only his third full game since December. Hayley Raso scored for Eintracht Frankfurt in an 8-0 Champions League qualifying win before featuring again in their 2-0 victory over Malmö, with Courtney Nevin and Amy Sayer starting for the Swedish side. Izzy Gomez, Remy Siemsen and Bryleeh Henry all started for Rosengård, while Yaya Dukuly featured in Slovenia. USA & NWSL Archie Goodwin scored for Charlotte FC, Alex Bonetig played 90 minutes for Portland Timbers and Sam Kerr played the full game as Gotham FC beat San Diego Wave 1-0 to remain top of the NWSL. Japan & Asia Mitch Duke and Tete Yengi both scored as Machida thrashed their opponents 5-1. Dan Hall started for JEF United Chiba in a 3-0 defeat, while John Aloisi's Chengdu Rongcheng remain top of China despite a 1-0 loss. Australia Cup Melbourne Victory survived a dramatic shootout against Western Sydney Wanderers. Harry Sawyer opened the scoring in extra time before Nicolas Milanovic's stunning free-kick levelled the game. Jack Duncan then became the hero, saving penalties from Dylan Scicluna, Awan Lual and Alex Gersbach to send Victory into the quarter-finals. Brisbane Roar 2-4 Sydney FC Sydney FC are also through to the Australia Cup quarter-finals after a six-goal thriller against Brisbane Roar. The Sky Blues raced to a 3-0 lead through Takahiro Sekine, Ben Garuccio and Tiago Quintal before Jordan Lauton pulled one back just before half-time. An Alex Popovic own goal made it 3-2, but Gabriel Popovic sealed Sydney's 4-2 win in stoppage time after an Al Hassan Toure assist. Australian Football News The APL and PFA collective bargaining agreement process continues. New ownership news for the Central Coast Mariners women. Brisbane Roar appoint 27-year-old Jonathan Clemente, the youngest-ever coach in the Ninja A-League. We also discuss the latest Australian National Championship developments. If you enjoy the show, subscribe, leave a review and follow us for weekly coverage of the Socceroos, Matildas, A-League and Australians playing around the world. 🎧 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

  6. 2 Aug

    #103 - Lucas Herrington's $35M Move, Socceroos Transfers & Australia Cup Draw

    Could we be witnessing one of the fastest rises in Australian football history? From an A-League debut in December 2024, to an MLS debut in February 2026, a Socceroos debut in March, a World Cup debut in June, and now a reported Premier League move to Hull City worth $35 million AUD—Lucas Herrington's rise has been nothing short of remarkable. In this episode Transfers Lucas Herrington closes in on a reported $35M move to Hull City Mat Ryan re-signs with Levante Joe Gauci joins Lincoln City on loan Daniel Bennie signs for Dundee United Sam Silvera joins MK Dons Paul Izzo's uncertain future at Randers Aussies Abroad We wrap up another busy week for Australians overseas, including: Dundee United's Aussie contingent shines against Rangers Jaylan Pearman scores for QPR Daniela Galic nets another winner in Sweden Yaya Dukuly helps NK Celje progress in Europe Garang Kuol, Marcus Younis and Marcus Tilio in action Martin Boyle inspires Hibernian's European comeback Lucas Herrington impresses in the MLS All-Star Game and league action Archie Goodwin, Kye Rowles, Sam Kerr, Tori Timeth and more Around the World Nick Montgomery defeats Ross Aloisi in the Chinese Super League John Aloisi's Chengdu remain clear at the top Kevin Muscat's Shanghai Port continue to struggle Matildas The Matildas lock in an October international friendly against Germany. Australia Cup We break down the Australia Cup Round of 16 draw and the most intriguing match-ups as the competition heats up. If you enjoy the show, subscribe, leave a review and follow us for weekly coverage of the Socceroos, Matildas, A-League and Australians playing around the world. 🎧 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

  7. 26 Jul

    #102 - Chelsea wonder-kid lands in Australia and which Socceroos are moving post World Cup

    Episode Overview Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea have landed in Australia, with one young Chelsea talent attracting plenty of attention from Socceroos fans. We discuss Australian-born wonderkid Mahdi Nicoll-Jazuli, the latest transfer news involving the Socceroos and Matildas, A-League developments, and all the biggest results from Australians playing abroad. In This Episode Premier League arrives in Australia: Chelsea and Tottenham's pre-season tour. Mahdi Nicoll-Jazuli: Why Chelsea's 16-year-old Australian-born academy star is generating so much buzz. Can Football Australia convince dual-national Nicoll-Jazuli to choose the Socceroos? Transfer Watch Ajdin Hrustic joins Al Nasr SC (UAE). Holly McNamara signs with Everton. Leah Davidson joins Charlton Athletic. Nicholas Milanovic returns to Western Sydney Wanderers. Marcus Neill signs his first professional contract with Sunderland. Max Court signs his first professional deal with Brisbane Roar. Luka Smyth linked with Notts County. David Carney appointed first-team coach at Swindon Town under Ian Holloway. Aussies Abroad Marcus Younis starts for Brøndby in the Danish Superliga opener. Viking remain top of Norway with Joe Stensness playing the full match. Garang Kuol makes his Sparta Prague league debut from the bench. Lucas Herrington, Archie Goodwin and Kye Rowles feature in MLS. Sam Kerr scores her first goal for Gotham FC in a 2-2 draw with Portland. Socceroos World Cup Debate Who stays and who goes? A-League & Australian Football Latest on the ongoing APL and PFA negotiations ahead of the new A-League season. Squad building continues across the competition. Australia Cup giant-killings and the biggest talking points from the latest round. If you enjoy the show, subscribe, leave a review and follow us for weekly coverage of the Socceroos, Matildas, A-League and Australians playing around the world. 🎧 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

  8. 19 Jul

    #101 - Should we scrap the A-League cap & Patrick Beach makes overseas move

    The FIFA World Cup may be over in North America, but Australian football is only heating up. This week we cover a huge run of overseas transfers, pre-season performances from Australians abroad, the release of the 2026 A-League Men's fixture, Football Australia's new domestic calendar, Australia Cup Round 32, and the latest developments in the ongoing collective bargaining dispute. This week's topics Canberra United secure new owners.Adam Peacock calls for the A-League salary cap to be scrapped in favour of a salary floor.The PFA rejects the APL's latest collective bargaining agreement proposal.Football Australia confirms the 2026 domestic calendar, with the A-League Men, A-League Women and Australian Championship all kicking off on 16 October after the international window. The A-League Men's fixtures are out: Sydney Derby opens the season on Friday night. F3 Derby also headlines Round 1. Melbourne Derby in Round 2. New Zealand Derby and the Original Rivalry feature in Round 4. A packed festive schedule sees matches played every day from Boxing Day through to 3 January. Australian transfer roundup Patrick Beach → Troyes Charli Grant → Malmö FF Tete Yengi → Machida Zelvia (permanent) Callum Elder → Lincoln City Mark Natta → Cesena Jacob Chapman → St Mirren Dan Hall → JEF United Chiba Ella Tonkin → Torreense Max Anastasio → AC Milan Jake Girdwood-Reich → Motherwell Luka Jovanović → San Jose Earthquakes Younis Ibrahim signs his first professional contract with Brighton & Hove Albion Ryan Strain → Falkirk Grace Johnston → Charlton Aussies abroad Scotland Zac Sapsford scores and assists in a Player of the Match display for Dundee United. Lachie Rose scores for his new club. Josh Rawlins also gets valuable pre-season minutes. Norway Gianni Stensness plays consecutive full matches for Viking, who remain firmly in the title race. England Hayden Matthews plays 45 minutes in Portsmouth's pre-season friendly against Aldershot Town. Austria Marco Tilio opens the scoring as Rapid Vienna defeat Panathinaikos 4-1. Croatia Noa Skoko helps Hajduk Split progress in Europa League qualifying. United States Sam Kerr makes her Gotham FC debut, playing 26 minutes in front of a crowd of more than 42,000. Mackenzie Arnold records four saves despite Portland's defeat. China Ross Aloisi's Zhejiang Professional claim a dramatic late 3-2 victory. Plus Australia Cup Round 32 wrap-up. The biggest talking points from another busy week in Australian football. If you enjoy in-depth Socceroos analysis, Australian football discussion, A-League coverage and the latest transfer news, subscribe and join the conversation every week. 🎧 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

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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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