The Aussie Game Podcast

The Aussie Game Podcast

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

    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

    1hr 8min
  2. 17 MAY

    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
  3. 4 MAY

    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

    1hr 17min
  4. 26 APR

    Will Harry Souttar make the Socceroos World Cup squad plus the craziest finish to the end of the A-League Men's regular season

    Guess who’s back… back again. Harry’s back—tell a friend. But the big question: is he on the plane to the World Cup? We’ve got Aussies firing overseas—Mo Touré scoring rockets, Mat Ryan keeping hope alive, and plenty caught in relegation drama. Back home, the A-League Men season wrapped with chaos, goals, and some serious spice ahead of finals. Plus, A-League Women finals kicked off in style with dominant wins setting up blockbuster semis. And of course—we’ll wrap it all up with our Team of the Week. Big Story – Harry Souttar Returns He’s back—and what a return. Harry Souttar starts, scores, and plays a full game in a 1-1 draw with Millwall. Huge performance. Midweek twist though—his club confirms relegation to League One after a 2-2 draw with Hull. Now the focus shifts: what’s next for Souttar as he rebuilds toward top-level football? Overseas Wrap Championship Highlights All-Aussie clash: Norwich vs Swansea ends 1-1Mohamed Touré strong againCameron Burgess plays full 90Midweek magic: Touré scores (and misses a pen) in Norwich winQPR chaos:Daniel Bennie assist in 3-2 thrillerKealey Adamson full debutMiddlesbrough pushing for promotionRiley McGree still outSam Silvera getting minutesNestroy Irankunda continues to feature for Watford League One Port Vale relegated despite Joe Gauci clean sheetsAlex Robertson set for Championship footballCaleb Watts playoff hopes fading with Plymouth La Liga Mathew Ryan clean sheet in crucial Levante winSurvival still possible—6 games to go Bundesliga St Pauli miss a huge chanceJackson Irvine solidConnor Metcalfe late sub Netherlands Jordy Bos scores for Feyenoord—World Cup form building Serie A Alessandro Circati impresses againParma unbeaten in 4 Other Notables Gianni Stensness scores winner in NorwayGarang Kuol gets minutes in Czech RepublicAivi Luik makes history in UEFA final MLS Wrap NYCFC chaos: 4-4 draw, then 1-0 lossDC United:Kye Rowles scores a winnerPortland hero:Alex Bonetig match-winnerColorado standout:Lucas Herrington100% duels won… again Asia Tete Yengi in the thick of it—late heartbreak + headbutt drama China John Aloisi flying top of the leagueBrother battle: John beats Ross convincinglyKevin Muscat responds with big win A-League Men Jets 4–0 Mariners Statement win in front of 20k+ Eli Adams everywhereKota Mizunuma caps it off Jets head to finals with momentum. Mariners season ends. Sydney FC draw 2-2 with Auckland Result that doesn’t benefit either team Guillermo May doubleGaruccio and Popovic score for Sky Blues Reds secure dramatic last minute 2-1 win Jovanovic scores brace and is sent offMarcus Younis continues hot form Victory beat Wanderers 2-0 Melbourne leave it late to close out 2-0 win with Santos and Vergos scoringWanderers miserable season comes to an end as Juan Mata returns Bulls stampede Wellington 4-0 A strong Macarthur crowd are entertained in drubbingPhoenix end their season with a whimper Perth 2–1 Brisbane A game of football bloodlines: Goals from sons of SocceroosGoal of the night: Sebastian Despotovski screamerPerth finish strong. Brisbane: 12 games without a win. A-League Women Finals Victory 3–1 CanberraElla O'Grady doubleBrisbane 3–0 AdelaideStatement performance heading into semis International Joeys fall 2-1 to Vietnam (ASEAN semi)Bounce back with 8-0 win over Malaysia Team of the Week GK Alex RobinsonDEF Gianni StensnessHarry SouttarAlex BonetigJordy BosMID Ella O’GradyAlicia Woods (2 assists)Eli AdamsFWD Luka JovanovicMohamed TouréSebastian Despotovski 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

    1hr 18min
  5. 19 APR

    Mohamed Toure nets another hattrick, Alex Robertson gets promoted and Jets claim Premiers Plate

    Mo Toure Headlines Massive WeekMo Toure scores second hat-trick for Norwich City in just 4 startsSocceroos star proving undroppable at club + international levelAlex Robertson secures promotion with Cardiff CityPatrick Yazbek makes history in the USTete Yengi sends Japanese side to ACL semi-finalsNewcastle Jets win first-ever Premiers PlateWestern Sydney Wanderers claim the wooden spoonSocceroos & Matildas updates + Team of the WeekBig Story: Mo Toure Dominance7 goals + 3 assists in just 373 minutesClinical finishing, elite pace, and even a lucky deflection hat-trick goalEmerging as one of Australia’s most in-form strikersChampionship & League OneBlackburn Rovers edge closer to survivalCam Burgess solid in defence for SwanseaNestory Irankunda energetic despite Watford lossAlex Robertson plays key role in Cardiff promotionJoe Gauci penalty save + clean sheet for Port ValeCaleb Watts pushing for playoffs with PlymouthEuropeJackson Irvine captains St. Pauli in Bundesliga survival fightAlessandro Circati standout in Parma winMatt Ryan clean sheet keeps survival hopes alive in SpainAwer Mabil goal + assist in Spain’s second divisionGarang Kuol contributes off the bench in Czech leagueACL Elite BreakthroughTete Yengi scores winner vs Al-IttihadHistoric upset sends Machida Zelvia to semi-finalsHuge moment for Aussie talent in AsiaMLS & AmericasPatrick Yazbek helps Nashville SC win at Estadio Azteca (historic first)Lucas Herrington shines vs Inter Miami CFArchie Goodwin continues red-hot scoring formMatildasMatildas win FIFA seriesSam Kerr scores 75th international goalAlana Kennedy reaches 150 capsAmy Sayer named player of the tournamentSocceroosPre-World Cup friendly announced vs Switzerland national football teamStrong opponent featuring stars like Granit Xhaka & Manuel AkanjiYouthYoung Matildas eliminated (U20 Asian Cup QF)Joeys secure win over SingaporeA-League Men WrapPremiers Plate DecidedNewcastle Jets crowned premiers for the first timeIncredible turnaround: last after 5 rounds → championsKey ResultsJets 2-2 Melbourne VictoryCentral Coast Mariners 1-0 AucklandSydney FC 0-0 Perth GloryWellington beat Wanderers in Christchurch thrillerCity beat Brisbane 3-1Adelaide beat Macarthur 3-1Wooden SpoonWestern Sydney Wanderers collapse:58 goals (last season) → 27 goals (this season)Drop from 4th → 12thFinals RaceMelbourne City strengthen top 3 pushMarcus Younis stars in comeback winAdelaide United still chasing 2ndTeam of the WeekGK: Joe GauciDEF: Alessandro Circati, Lucas HerringtonMID: Alex Robertson, Josh Nisbet, Patrick YazbekFWD: Mo Toure, Tete Yengi MVPs: Amy Sayer, Marcus YounisFWD: Mo Toure, Tete Yengi 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

    1hr 24min

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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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