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

    #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

  2. Aug 9

    #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

  3. Aug 2

    #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

  4. Jul 26

    #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

  5. Jul 19

    #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

  6. Jul 13

    #100 - Football Australia's playing philosophy, Socceroos, Matildas, A-Leagues, brightest young stars - your questions answered

    To celebrate 100 episodes of the Aussie Game podcast, we tackle the biggest questions in Australian football as asked by you, covering: Australian football's playing philosophyGetting A-League back to glory days and shortening the offseasonSocceroos v Matildas: which is more culturally significantSocceroos 2027 Asian Cup and who should be our managerInfrastructure and fundingBrightest young talents Plus we discuss the latest transfers including Paul Okon to FC Koln and Cam Devlin to Rangers. 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

  7. Jul 5

    What is the state of the Socceroos after World Cup exit to Egypt on penalties?

    The Socceroos' FIFA World Cup campaign is over after a heartbreaking Round of 32 defeat to Egypt on penalties following a 1-1 draw after extra time. In this episode, we analyse Australia's performance, discuss the biggest tactical decisions, examine whether the Socceroos underachieved, and ask what needs to change before the next World Cup. We also break down the key moments from the match, assess the impact of the substitutions, discuss Football Australia's long-term vision, and round up the biggest Australian football transfer news. In This EpisodeSocceroos knocked out of the FIFA World Cup by Egypt on penaltiesFull Australia vs Egypt tactical analysis and player performancesDid Tony Popovic get the tactics right?Was Australia's World Cup campaign a success or failure?Why Australia's attack struggled in the final thirdThe importance of set pieces and aerial dominanceWhat the Socceroos must improve before the next World CupFootball Australia's $15.8 million World Cup windfallHeather Garriock's comments on Australia's long-term football visionThe latest Australian football transfer newsMatch BreakdownVolpato nearly gave Australia the perfect start after rattling the crossbar.Egypt took the lead in the 13th minute after Australia's defensive structure broke down.Australia's long throws created dangerous moments, but set-piece quality remained inconsistent.Volpato continued to threaten before Aiden O'Neill delivered an excellent cross that Irankunda couldn't convert.Jordy Bos was forced off injured before half-time, with Kai Trewin introduced after the break.Australia equalised in the 55th minute as sustained pressure from a quality set piece forced an Egyptian own goal.The substitutes helped Australia regain momentum and control.Thomas Beach produced a brilliant late save to keep Australia's World Cup hopes alive.The match went to penalties, where the Socceroos fell just short.DiscussionWas this simply Australia's current level, or did conservative tactics prevent the Socceroos from progressing further? We discuss the balance between pragmatism and ambition, Australia's technical ceiling, squad selection, player development, and what success should look like heading into the next World Cup cycle. Australian Football Transfer NewsClayton Taylor joins Barnsley.Eli Adams signs with Gamba Osaka.Joe Lolley and Oscar Gonzalez join Newcastle Jets.Bryleeh Henry and Izzy Gomez move to Rosengård.Ange Postecoglou becomes Al Nassr manager.Arthur Papas appointed head coach of Al-Ettifaq. 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

  8. Jun 28

    Socceroos Reach the World Cup Knockout Stage as Mo Salah's Egypt awaits

    Australia is through to the FIFA World Cup knockout stage after a hard-fought 0-0 draw with Paraguay. In this episode, we break down the Socceroos' group-stage campaign, analyse the performance against Paraguay, discuss the biggest selection questions ahead of the Round of 32 clash with Egypt, and look at the latest A-League ownership news. In This Episode Paraguay 0-0 Australia Review The Socceroos secure qualification from a difficult group. Why the result was enough—but did the performance answer the big questions? Tactical analysis and key takeaways from the draw. Match Highlights Irvine's early chance created by Volpato. Bos and Volpato threaten before halftime. Irankunda's best opportunity after the break. Beach makes a crucial late save. Why Australia's attacking opportunities consistently came down the right-hand side. Player Talking Points Standout performers. The impact of the substitutes. Beach, Bos, Circati, Souttar and O'Neill: automatic starters? The striker dilemma. Concerns over Australia's set-piece delivery. Injury updates on Leckie and Italiano. Group Stage Verdict How Australia performed across the three matches. What has impressed. What still needs improvement before the knockout rounds. Egypt Preview How Egypt qualified. Their defensive strength and possession-based style. Key players including Omar Marmoush, Mohamed Salah (fitness permitting), Zico and Trezeguet. Tactical match-ups and Australia's best approach. Who should start in the Round of 32? World Cup Facts & Storylines A record 4.84 million Australians tuned in as the nation stopped to watch qualification. Australia again fielded the youngest starting XI of the tournament (25.7 years average). Previous World Cup meetings between Australia and Egypt. The dramatic final day that saw Australia's Round of 32 opponent change nine different times. Travel, weather and scheduling challenges ahead of Dallas. Could an Argentina rematch await if Australia advances? Around the A-League Central Coast Mariners have new owners, but the women's team has controversially been excluded from the ownership deal. Player re-signings including Diesel Herrington, Storm Roux and Haine Eames. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review and follow for more Socceroos, A-League and Australian football coverage throughout the FIFA World Cup. 🎧 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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