For Vuck's Sake

The one and only fan-made Melbourne Victory podcast returns for season 2021/22 with a bang. We're joined by new Melbourne Victory signing, goalkeeper Ivan Kelava. We speak to Ivan about his career in Europe and his hopes for his time in Melbourne. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

In the season finale, Dave and Buds are joined by NSL legend and leading economist Frank Brunoskevic to break down the last-gasp draw with Melbourne City, and assess what Melbourne Victory can do to bridge the gap on the park, and bring back the glory days off it. Plus, there's Musky to Celtic/Western United rumours, Rudan's departure out west, and a very special music theme. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

After a week off, Dave and Buds are joined by freelance football writer and news breaker extraordinaire Joey Lynch (as read in ESPN) and FNR host-turned-FVS editor Josh Parish. There are no less than three games on the agenda to review, a deep dive behind the scenes at Melbourne Victory, and our former coach Ange Postecoglou making huge headlines as he edges closer to a ground-breaking appointment at Glasgow Celtic. Fasten your seatbelts, vuckers: it's a big one. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

Buds and Dave review the 3-1 loss to Macarthur, and ponder the terms of Dylan Ryan's loan agreement. But with reality proving too depressing, the lads take a trip to fantasy land and assemble their dream transfer list of Australian players for Popa to pursue in the offseason, ranging from the semi-realistic to the fanciful. Plus, the pair catch up with "rebel" shareholder Richard Wilson again for an update on the sale of the shares to fans, and a chat about the management of the club and what needs to change. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

Dave & Buds bid a less than fond farewell to departed CEO Trent Jacobs, ponder the future of the hapless Robbie Kruse, assess Keano's stubbornness in back-to-back 2-1 defeats to Macarthur and Perth Glory, debate finals vs first past the post, and salute The Return of the King (in Malaysia). Saddle up for another edition of FVS: The Banter Era! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

Amidst record low attendances and waning interest among the Vuck fanbase, Dave is joined by returning guest and Melbourne Victory co-founder Tony Ising for a 'State of the Club' - and indeed 'State of the Game' - address. Dave reviews the unintentional comedy of the draw with CCM, and Tony outlines how the game ended up here, from Frank Lowy's demise to the Covid pandemic. Inevitably, the pair are drawn into an extended discussion on Australian football's favourite slanging match: promotion and relegation. Plus, there's Steve Kean's row with Popa, the return of the FVS confessional, and a preview of Victory's first encounter with Macarthur. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

After a bizarre, rollicking 5-4 win over Western Sydney, Keano's boys managed to avoid embarrassment amid a raft of suspensions, losing in dull but respectable fashion to Sydney. Buds continues his immaculate streak of podding blokes into form, Dave tries to pin down just how bad Brebs really was, and the pair ponder Tony Popovic's impending backroom appointments. Plus, there's Leckie to City rumours, record low crowds, TV rights conspiracies, an E-League update, and much more! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

Dave and Buds sound the alarm and assemble for an emergency podcast to discuss Thursday afternoon's huge news: Tony Popovic has signed a 3-year deal to take over as Victory manager from next season! Is Popa-ball as boring as its reputation suggests? Will he be given carte blanche to clean out the dead wood? And do his sons come as part of the package? All that and more in a special episode of FVS. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

"We're finding new ways to lower the bar." Steve Kean is the new Melbourne Victory manager. Let that sink in for a moment. After a cumulative 13-0 defeat across two Melbourne derbies this season, Dave and Buds pick through the wreckage of the Grant Brebner era, and the condescending, insulting press conference he was forced to sit through while the head fruiterer announced his "removal". What on earth is going on at this club? And what should fans do to voice their anger? Thankfully, the Victory women have given us something to celebrate since the last pod. Plus, there's our first edition of the FVS confessional, an Alou Kuol update, and Dave bristles at comparisons between the A-League and the European Super League. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

Mon the Wuck! The men's side is an utter bin fire, so Jason and Dave turn their attention to the Vuck women, who will play Sydney FC in Sunday's Grand Final. Providing the W-League expertise is special guest Marissa Lordanic - as heard on ESPN's The Far Post podcast. Plus, there's managerial speculation, a transfer scoop from a grandma, and Jason's inadvertent Moira McLean impersonation. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

Jase returns to the host's chair - an IKEA toddler's chair, to be exact - alongside Buds to review the defeat to Adelaide, and the Groundhog Day from which the Vuck seem unable to escape. To liven up the Sydney away game, Jase has created "Victory Bingo", and one lucky listener will win themselves 100 bucks! Stay glued to the @ForVucksSake Twitter feed to find out how to participate. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

The ultimate humiliation: a 6-0 derby defeat. Melbourne Victory have reached new depths of despair. We’re in uncharted territory now.In this huge episode, Dave and Buds pick through the post-derby debris (12:13), and unveil their 4-point plan to save the Vuck (54:52).Jase catches up with Fox Sports pundit Mark Bosnich – making his debut on FVS – to get his take on the crisis (33:46).Plus, there’s fan protests at training, Vuck women flying the flag, the fruit man on Instagram, Kewell’s sacking at Oldham, and the winner of the PS5 is finally revealed! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

This is a post-mortem.Dave and Buds are joined by Clarky of Destruction in the Box notoriety to dissect the carcass of Melbourne Victory, and determine the cause of death.From the team, to the coach, to the recruitment, to the board: nobody is spared. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

Another week, another capitulation for the Vuck. Dave and Buds are back to run the rule over a listless 2-0 loss away in Parramatta - a game marred by strange refereeing, facial lacerations, and botched overhead kicks. Does Brebs' new formation have potential? What is Steve Kean doing behind the scenes? And is it time to declare Rudy Gestede a bust? Plus, the pair look ahead to a run of home games, and what it might augur for Brebner's future in charge. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

Dave is joined by the returning Man of the People, Buds, to vent about the shambolic 5-2 loss to Brisbane Roar. Is it all Brebs' fault? Has the whole club become complacent? Should we have all seen this coming? Plus, in honour of CCM goal machine Alou Kuol - who trialled at Victory but was turned down by the youth team - the boys put together their "Rejects XI", of local players the club should have signed, but have let slip through their fingers over the years. This includes one incredible tale from the Merrick/Cole era of a certain burly Macedonian centre-half... Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

Jase is back at the helm with Chief Analyst Dave and FNR's Josh Parish in support, and the familiar bickering over the music theme ensues. The boys then review Saturday night's eventful 0-0 draw with Western United - including VAR drama, potato quality Fox Sports camerawork, and cringe social media posts - as well as casting an eye over player performances so far this season. Is Marco Rojas underperforming? Does Dylan Ryan keep his spot? And should Leigh Broxham continue to start in midfield? Plus, there's a word on the overzealous AAMI Park security, Dave's shin splints, respect for club legends, and Bruno Fornaroli getting the Epping Stadium treatment. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

The Victory is on the board for the season after a come from behind win against Perth, but what have we made of the last two games since our season restart. Dave is joined by Ned Rocke to discuss it all. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

The season got off to a disappointing start - so where did it all go wrong? We dissect our first proper hit out of the season, discuss A-League independence, and tell you how you can win a PS5! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

Our annual season preview pod ahead of the new season. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

Knocked out but not disgraced. Asian Football expert Paul Williams joins us to do a deep dive into our ACL campaign. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

Sydney Morning Herald journo Vince Rugari is our guest on this week's pod. We wrap up three ACL games, chat Rudy Gestede and preview our win-or-go-home match against Seoul on Thursday. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

We are back for another year as we dissect a huge off-season and review our new signings. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

FVS have reconvened for a special emergency edition to discuss the appointment of Grant Brebner as manager on a two-year deal. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

The longest and worst season ever has finally come to a close. FVS draws curtains on the year that was with our annual player review podcast. Don't miss it! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

Another loss for the Vuck but should we even care? FVS is back to dissect our loss against the hapless Central Coast in which blooding youth was the priority. We also take your listener questions. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

It was a pair of 2-1 losses for the Victory but there was plenty to get excited about this week on FVS. We review our past two games since the season resumption, talk the departure of Thomas, the injury to Kruse and dodging a Traianos Dellas-sized bullet. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

The A-League is back and so are we, now rolling every week until season's end. On this week's edition we discuss the less than smooth transition to the NSW hub, we do a massive season restart preview and name our all-time Disappointing XI. Much, much more on the agenda as well. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

Former Fox Sports Football producer Matt Coleman joins us this week to wrap up a huge week. We discuss the A-League resumption, the broadcast deal and spat between the FFA and Fox, the league's move to winter as well as Brebs as manager, Carlos reuniting with Muscat and the 2023 Women's World Cup bid. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

It's always crazy and unpredictable when we go live and this week was no exception. With the A-League getting closer to a resumption date we ask if it's worth it. Also on the agenda: Salvachua is gone and so is Ola. DonachieLAD might be as well whilst rumours are buzzing around about Popovic and Diamanti coming. We dissect it all. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

The big names keep coming as 2007 Championship winner Fred joins FVS. Fred chats about his time at Victory, why he didn't stay on, how he wanted to come back, and his time living in the USA. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

The biggest show we've ever done with an all-star guestlist. We've got Carlos, Roddy and Archie talking the Greatest Vuck of All-Time and John Stensholt from the Australian talking shop. This is a special one. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

One of the best men in broadcasting, Daniel Garb joins us this week to chat about his time at Fox Sports and future of Australian sports media. We also name our bracket match-ups for the Greatest Vuck of All-Time. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

Hosts from Destruction In The Box, Around The Bloc and The Sokkah Podcast all us this week for a special podcast crossover show. We discuss the current pandemic and impacts lingering throughout the league, handout some awards and give some lockdown recommendations. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

Fox Sports presenter Adam Peacock joins us as we try and make sense of one of the craziest weeks in human history. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

An interview five years in the making - Giancarlo Gallifuoco and FVS 1-on-1 for the first time. Also on the show, our win against Adelaide, Dobras in Kazakstan, TV ratings and a huge match preview against Sydney FC as finals are back on the agenda. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

A stolen point or three points gone begging? That's the debate on this week's FVS as we wrap up our game against Newcastle. We also delve deep into our un-contracted players list and preview our match against Adelaide. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

FV CEO Peter Filopoulos joins FVS this week (32:47) to chat about the start of the NPL season, his vision for broadcast distribution and his challenges in the role. We also wrap up our game against FC Seoul, talk some crypto and preview our A-League match against Newcastle this weekend. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

The fan-made podcast of ACL Group E leaders Melbourne Victory is back for another week. We talk about our big, huge success in Asia and make a brief mention of the inferior domestic league. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

The Vuck are back in form but we still wait for a win under Carlos Salvachua in the A-League. We discuss our performance against Glory on Saturday night and chat to Victory youth team gun Luis Lawrie-Lattanzio after the NYL Grand Final on the weekend. Oh, and Giancarlo is back! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

A bumper week from FVS - three games to review including the historic win away in Asia. Karune from the Tokyo Vuck Supporters group joins us to re-live the night. We also chat the Tommy Deng transfer and preview our first match of the Rojas era against Perth. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

The Salvachua era has begun but the players are still serving up rubbish. Also - is Elvis any good, why isn't Rojas a Victory player yet and match previews. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

Bombshell after bombshell over the past 48 hours. Join the boys to discuss it all. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

FVS returns as we try and make sense of one of the most bizarre games in A-League history. Also on the agenda, the signing of Marco Rojas. Will he/won't he, and who will make way? Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

The first podcast for 2020 caps off a big win against Newcastle, our second in a row as we find ourselves once again within touching distance of the top 6. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

Our last podcast for the year. We celebrate a Christmas Derby win, name the winner of our Patreon competition and much, much more. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

It's awards season on the third and final part of our decade retrospective pod! We give out some awards and then the Chief Analyst and Man of the People name their FVS Team of the 2010s. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

Our 2010s decade retrospective podcast series continues as we look back on our 2018 Championship and do a deep dive into the marquee signing of Keisuke Honda with freelance writer Paul Williams. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

The first of our three-part series on the Vuck in the 2010s! In this edition we take a look back at the start of Anthony Di Pietro's reign as Chairman as he leads a massive overhaul of the club which includes the departure of inaugural coach Ernie Merrick. We speak to former Victory media manager Nick Slade about the signing of Harry Kewell and Matt Windley joins us to chat about Victory's best ever squad in 2014/15. Parts 2 and 3 dropping on Thursday and Friday! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

FVS favourite Gulcan Koca is our guest on this week's FVS. We discuss the state of the W-League team, development and WWC bid. Also on the agenda: THE INCIDENT on Saturday night. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK

Herald Sun chief David Davutovic joins us this week for the inside word on Victory's plight. What's to blame? How much patience does the board have with Kurz? Can we get ourselves out of this mess in January? Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookSupport us on PatreonMON THE VUCK