
Show overview
The Aussie Game Podcast launched in 2025 and has put out 85 episodes in the time since. That works out to roughly 80 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a several-times-a-week cadence.
Episodes typically run an hour to ninety minutes — most land between 48 min and 1h 12m — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-AU-language Sports show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 4 days ago, with 31 episodes already out so far this year.
From the publisher
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.
Latest Episodes
View all 85 episodesSocceroos World Cup squad update, Federation Square backflip & scintillating A-League finals
Is Nestory Irankunda heading to the Premier League, Mo Toure strikes again and drama in the A-League finals
Will Harry Souttar make the Socceroos World Cup squad plus the craziest finish to the end of the A-League Men's regular season
Mohamed Toure nets another hattrick, Alex Robertson gets promoted and Jets claim Premiers Plate
Matildas waltz past Malawi, Hearts stay top and Jets secure Asian Champions League Elite
Heidelberg eyeing an ACL2 place and the run home for the A-League Men's competition
Zac Sapsford scores again vs Rangers, Joe Gauci faces Chelsea, A-League finals race heats up, and Matildas stars shine in Europe
Irankunda thrills against Curucao, Turkiye join the Socceroos in Group D and the Mariners NRL link
The Socceroos win the FIFA series thanks to Irankunda, McGree and Bos, what we learnt across these two games.Graham Arnold's Iraq qualify for the World Cup while Italy fail to qualify for their third in a row.The Young Socceroos pick up a good 4-2 win over China, the Young Matildas are set for their Asian Cup campaign and the sale of the Mariners could be imminent.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
Bos saves Socceroos blushes in Cameroon win, Sam Kerr's next move and big changes at Sydney FC
The Socceroos leave it late in Sydney, A-League Women delivers shock results, and major Matildas news headlines a huge week in Australian football.Socceroos 1-0 CameroonLate winner from Jordy Bos seals victory in SydneyFast start but lacked cutting edge vs understrength CameroonFirst half: 1 shot, 0 on targetDebut: Lucas Herrington (18) impresses (94% passing, 4 clearances)Irankunda lively in second half after halftime changesMissed penalty before Bos winnerQuestions ahead of Curaçao clashOverseas Aussies WrapMary Fowler gets minutes in Man City win (WSL)Caitlin Foord scores, Steph Catley plays full 90 for ArsenalKyra Cooney-Cross set to miss rest of seasonJoe Gauci busy despite heavy Port Vale defeatsIvy Luik plays full match in Häcken Europa winMelbourne City & AsiaMelbourne City reach AFC Women’s Champions League semi-finalsLate winner seals 2-1 victory over NasafCrowned A-League Women PremiersA-League Women HighlightsMariners beat Phoenix, Eliza Familton scores firstBrisbane Roar 5-2 Perth Glory in error-filled thrillerNewcastle Jets shock Adelaide (Brien double)Sydney FC stun Victory after defensive mistakesWanderers upset Phoenix, Khamis stars in goalFinals race wide open heading into last roundOther NewsSydney FC coaching shake-up: Ufuk Talay out, Patrick Kisnorbo inSam Kerr linked with move from Chelsea to NWSL (Boston)Team of the WeekGK: Annalee GroveDEF: Jordy Bos, Lucas Herrington, Alessandro Circati, Jacob ItalianoMID: Sophie Hoban, Paul Okon-Engstler, Tameka YallopFWD: Nestory Irankunda, Holly McNamara, Caitlin FoordSubscribe 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
Matildas lose Asian Cup Final to Japan, the most unlikely of hattricks and A-League Men Round 22 Review
Matildas Fall Short in Asian Cup FinalMatildas lose 1-0 to Japan Women's National Team in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Final74,000+ crowd; big TV audience across AustraliaEarly 17th-minute wonder goal proves decisiveStrong start + dominant final 20 minutes but no equaliserCaitlin Foord missed key chancesAlanna Kennedy named tournament MVPTactical shift: 4-3-1-2 → 4-2-3-1Focus now turns to 2027 Women’s World CupLegacy News:Proposed NSW Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Legacy Fund ($34M annually for 10 years)Aussies Abroad Highlights Jacob Italiano scores hat-trick in Austria after Socceroos recall Archie Goodwin bags debut MLS double for Charlotte Patrick Yazbek shines in Nashville’s 5-0 win Kye Rowles clean sheet for DC UnitedUK & Europe:Riley McGree 90 mins in Middlesbrough drawNestory Irankunda plays full match for WatfordJoe Gauci 4 clean sheets in 6 games (Port Vale)Cam Devlin returns in Hearts winAlessandro Circati starts for ParmaA-League Men – Finals Race Heats UpTop Storylines:Macarthur FC upset Auckland FC 2-1 → back in top 6Newcastle Jets beat Sydney FC 2-1 → extend leadAdelaide United 4-2 Western Sydney WanderersLuka Jovanovic scores doubleWellington Phoenix 2-1 Brisbane Roar → finals push aliveMelbourne Victory 4-1 Central Coast MarinersBig comeback; Victory rise to 3rdKey Talking Points:Jets firming as Premiers Plate favouritesVictory late title charge?Mariners slip outside top 6 (game in hand)Wanderers’ season unravellingA-League Women WrapWellington Phoenix Women def Sydney FC Women 3-1Brisbane Roar Women 4-2 Newcastle Jets WomenPerth Glory Women 0-0 Central Coast Mariners WomenTeam of the WeekGK: Annalee GroveDEF: Jacob Italiano, Jake Girdwood-Reich, Panagiotis KikianisMID: Max Burgess, Kyra Cooney-Cross, Cam Peupion, Ethan AlagichFWD: Archie Goodwin, Luka Jovanovic, Daisy BrownSubscribe 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
🎉Matildas reach the Asian Cup final, 🤔Tony Popovic's puzzling Socceroos selections and a young Australian talent heading to the Eredivisie
On this episode we discuss the Matildas reaching the Asian Cup final after defeating China and what they need to do to overcome an all conquering Japan in the final.We also dissect Tony Popovic's latest Socceroos squad with some surprising inclusions and exclusions plus the 18 year old future star who's been drafted in.Elsewhere, Watford rip up the Hollywood script, Maty Ryan's heartbreak, another Aussie talent heading to the Eredivisie and Melbourne City back in the A-League Men's playoff mix.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
Matildas into the semi finals, Segecic switches to Croatia and A-League Men Round 21 Review
The Australia women's national football team are through to the AFC Women's Asian Cup semi-finals after a 2–1 win over North Korea women's national football team, but questions remain about performances despite being two wins from silverware. We break down the midfield balance, the impact of Kaitlin Torpey, standout moments from Mary Fowler, and concerns around Mackenzie Arnold’s injury ahead of the semi-final.We also discuss the big eligibility news as Adrian Segecic switches international allegiance from Australia to Croatia national football team, and why he may not be the last young talent to make that decision.Across Europe, there were strong performances from Australians abroad. Nestory Irankunda added another highlight-reel goal for Watford F.C., Alex Robertson scored a stunner for Cardiff City F.C., and Joe Gauci impressed with 11 saves for Port Vale F.C..Back home, we review the latest A-League Men action including the Western Sydney Wanderers FC dropping more points against Brisbane Roar FC, Wellington Phoenix FC dominating Perth Glory FC, and another frustrating defeat for the Newcastle Jets FC.We finish the episode with our Team of the Week, featuring Joe Gauci, Fran Karačić, Kai Trewin, Kaitlin Torpey, Alanna Kennedy, Alex Robertson, Nestory Irankunda, Niall Thom, Caleb Watts, and Sophie Hoban after her double for the Jets.Topics Covered:Matildas vs North Korea reaction • Asian Cup semi-final preview • Adrian Segecic Croatia switch • Aussies abroad wrap • A-League Men review • Team of the Week.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
Matildas taking the long route to the Asian Cup & Joe Gauci's Cup Magic
Matildas: Ball Control Issues Cost Against KoreaStarting XI: Arnold; Carpenter, Heatley, Hunt, Catley (Nevin); Kennedy, Wheeler; Foord, Gorry, Fowler; Kerr.Head coach criticism: Australia failed to manage key moments in possession.Two Korea goals came in transition after turnovers.Katrina Gorry played as a No.10 to break lines in a congested midfield.Frustration with unnecessary long balls disrupting buildup play.Coach defends Alanna Kennedy at defensive midfield, calling her “a good 6 in my system”.Tournament path: North Korea then China.Aussies Abroad Round-UpFA CupPort Vale 1–0 SunderlandJoe Gauci: 5 saves in a huge upset.Winner scored by New Zealand striker Ben Waine.English ChampionshipMiddlesbrough 4–0 QPRRiley McGree: 83 minutes as Boro strengthen promotion push.Daniel Bennie: 10 minutes off the bench for QPR.Blackburn 1–1 PortsmouthAdrian Segecic: 20 minutes off the bench.Derby 2–1 Sheffield WednesdayDerby climb to 7th.Callum Elder sidelined after knee surgery (≈6 weeks).Swansea 2–0 StokeCam Burgess: 90 minutes, clean sheet, 9 defensive actions.League OneCardiff lose top spot to LincolnAlex Robertson: 89 minutes.Plymouth 2–1 DoncasterCaleb Watts: 74 minutes + assist.Blackpool 1–1 WiganRaphael Borges Rodrigues: assist in 57-minute outing.James Overy played 90 minutes for Manchester United U21s.ScotlandScottish PremiershipMotherwell 1–2 DundeeEnds 9-game unbeaten run.Oscar Priestman: 47 minutes.Scottish CupSt Mirren 2–1 Partick ThistleKeanu Baccus: 64 minutes.Semi-final vs Celtic.Dunfermline 3–0 AberdeenNicholas Milanovic subbed at halftime.Falkirk 2–1 Dundee UnitedZac Sapsford & Ashley Maynard-Brewer: 90 minutes.EuropeSpainLevante 1–1 draw (94th-minute equaliser)Matt Ryan: 4 saves.Levante remain 4 points from safety.NetherlandsNAC Breda 3–3 FeyenoordMax Balard & Jordy Bos: 90 minutes.Bos recorded an assist.Heracles 0–0 UtrechtAiden Hrustic: full match.Rhys Bozinovski: 78 minutes.Eerste DivisieADO Den Haag 0–1 Almere CityCam Peupion: first half.Roda JC 0–2 Jong PSVJosh Nisbet: 90 minutes.Other European LeaguesParma 0–0 FiorentinaAlessandro Circati: full game.St Pauli 0–0 FrankfurtJackson Irvine: 90 minutes.Connor Metcalfe: late substitute.Hartberg 1–1 BW LinzJed Drew: 28 minutes.Grazer AK 0–2 lossJacob Italiano: 79 minutes.Sion 1–1 WinterthurLiam Chipperfield: 60 minutes.Osijek 1–0 NK IstraFran Karacic: Player of the Match.Sparta Prague 1–3 Slavia PragueGarang Kuol: 22 minutes.MLSNew York City 5–0 OrlandoAiden O’Neill & Kai Trewin: full matches.Trewin completed 100 passes at 93% accuracy.Inter Miami 2–1 DC UnitedKye Rowles: full game.Nashville 3–1 MinnesotaPatrick Yazbek: 2 assists.Colorado 4–1 LA GalaxyLucas Herrington: full match.AsiaChinese Super League:Kevin Muscat’s Shanghai Port lose 2–1 in title defence opener.Indian Super League:Jamie Maclaren scores four in Mohun Bagan’s 5–1 win.A-League Men Round-UpAdelaide United 1–1 Wellington PhoenixRyan Kitto’s 250th match for Adelaide.Luka Jovanovic equalised after relentless attacking display (7 shots).Adelaide: 19 shots, 13 in second half.Newcastle Jets 2–1 Western Sydney WanderersJets extend unbeaten run to 11 matches.Eli Adams equalised early in the second half.Mark Natta scored the winner.James Delianov saved a late header from Wanderers keeper Lawrence Thomas.Melbourne Victory 2–2 Sydney FC (Big Blue)Juan Mata opened scoring with a stunning free kick.Charles Nduka doubled Victory’s lead.Sydney responded with two goals in two minutes:Apostolos StamatelopoulosAhmet ArslanAuckland 2–2 Perth GloryAnother high-scoring draw in the league’s entertaining weekend.Team of the WeekGK: Joe GauciDEF: Kai Trewin, Mark Natta, Ryan KittoMID: Alanna Kennedy, Patrick Yazbek, Eli Adams, Bailey BrandtmanFWD: Jamie Maclaren, Apostolos Stamatelopoulos, Luka JovanovicSubscribe 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
Matildas into the quarter finals & the Mariners into the top 6
The Matildas beat Iran 4-0Melbourne City stay alive in the ACL EliteThe Mariners are into the top 6 while the Bulls continue to slideSome key injuries and a young talent on the radar of some big Premier League 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
Matildas squeeze past the Philippines, Mo Toure's injury latest and Wanderers keep season alive
Matildas Open Asian Cup with WinThe Australia women's national soccer team kick off their Asian Cup campaign with a gritty 1-0 win over the Philippines women's national football team. Sam Kerr heads home after a strong leap from Caitlin Foord Clare Wheeler dominant in midfield Mary Fowler electric off the bench Disallowed goal for Hayley Raso Aussies Abroad – Goals, Injuries & Big Moments ChampionshipInjury blow for Mohamed Toure (4–6 weeks, groin)Nestory Irankunda sharp in Watford winDaniel Bennie starts for QPRCam Burgess faces high-flying Ipswich ScotlandLate Aussie combo: Martin Boyle assists Ante Suto in dramatic 3-3 drawJackson Irvine key in St Pauli survival pushStrong win keeps Motherwell top 4 La LigaCaptain clutch again. Mathew Ryan with massive saves in Levante’s late 2-0 survival win. MLSMaiden MLS goal for Lucas Herrington (96% passing, dominant display)Winner for Ariath PiolFull 90 for Patrick YazbekA-League Men Round-UpMelbourne Victory 1-1 Adelaide UnitedMistakes and moments. Yaya Dukuly rockets one home after Victory opener. Chances galore but honours shared. Auckland 3-0 Melbourne CityCity’s season in crisis — 5 without a win. Auckland charging toward finals.Mariners 0-0 Jets (F3 Derby)Winning streak over for Newcastle. Cagey derby, big saves, no breakthrough.Brisbane 1-1 PerthEmotional tribute to Dylan Tombides. Injury concerns for Brisbane in frustrating draw.Wanderers 4-0 BullsStatement win. Goals flowing. Clean sheet. Finals push alive.Sydney FC 1-0 WellingtonSydney up to 3rd. Alex Popovic the difference. Big Blue next.Team of the WeekGK: Mat RyanDEF: Josh Rawlins, James Donachie, Lucas Herrington, Anthony PantazopolousMID: Josh Nisbet, Jackson Irvine, Alex Robertson, Clare WheelerFWD: Ante Suto, Sam KerrKey Talking PointsAre the Matildas clinical enough to win the Asian Cup?Who’s pushing hardest for Socceroos selection abroad?Is Melbourne City’s season slipping away?Wanderers back in finals contention?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
McGree scores again, Volpato debate, MLS debuts & Matildas arrive
Aussies Abroad HighlightsJosh Nisbet stars – Goal + assist, Man of the Match as Roda JC win 2-0 and climb to 5th in the Eerste Divisie.Mat Ryan heroic vs Barcelona – Six saves for Levante UD despite 3-0 loss to FC Barcelona.Jackson Irvine boost – FC St. Pauli win 2-1 over Werder Bremen in crucial relegation clash.Hibs stun Celtic – Hibernian FC beat Celtic FC 2-1; full match for Jack Iredale.Jordy Bos two assists – Plays left wing in Feyenoord’s 2-1 win.Garang Kuol impact sub – 16 mins in AC Sparta Prague’s 0-0 draw.MLS returns – Starts for Aussies at New York City FC and Colorado Rapids; Alex Bonetig impressive in Portland Timbers win.Other key talking points:Liam Chipperfield penalty miss but win for FC SionAjdin Hrustic 90 mins in tough loss for Heracles AlmeloRiley McGree scores again for Middlesbrough FCFirst clean sheet at Dundee United for Ashley Maynard-Brewer Socceroos WatchReports Tony Popovic & Paul Okon are in Italy to convince Cristian Volpato to commit to Australia.Alessandro Circati suspended but Parma Calcio 1913 beat AC Milan — now 11 points clear of relegation. Matildas Abroad & Camp UpdateSam Kerr scores as Chelsea Women advance in FA Cup.Mary Fowler starts in Manchester City Women 4-0 win.Caitlin Foord 90 mins for Arsenal Women.Winnie Heatley 90 mins as AS Roma Women extend lead at top.Camp news:Remy Siemsen opens up on selection anxiety and relief.Hayley Raso embracing pressure ahead of major tournaments.Squad assembled, jerseys presented, first session complete under Joe Montemurro.Featured StoryBerwick City SC featured in Breaking Barriers — aiming for FIVE promotions to reach the A-League. A true football fairytale in the making. A-League Men PreviewWe break down the key fixtures, finals race implications, and which returning Socceroos could shape the weekend. 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
Could Daniel Bennie be a Socceroos bolter, what Ange regrets and A-League delivers derby drama
Daniel Bennie Stakes Socceroos Claim in EnglandYoung Aussie winger Daniel Bennie came off the bench to score a stunning late winner for Queens Park Rangers in a 3-1 Championship victory over Hull City.With the Under-20 World Cup Golden Boot already on his CV, Bennie is pushing for higher honours. Meanwhile, Jaylan Pearman made his first Championship matchday squad appearance.Aussies Abroad – Championship, Scotland & BeyondEngland – ChampionshipLewis Miller ruled out for the season as Blackburn Rovers beat Preston North End.Cameron Burgess starred as Swansea City defeated Bristol City.Aussie clash: Nestory Irankunda (Watford) vs Calum Elder (Derby) as Watford FC beat Derby County.Riley McGree featured in Middlesbrough FC’s frustrating draw.Mohamed Toure assisted for Norwich City.Adrian Segecic involved as Portsmouth FC boosted survival hopes.ScotlandOscar Priestman started in Motherwell FC’s 5-0 win.Keanu Baccus featured for St Mirren FC.Europe & USAJed Drew (Hartberg), Jacob Italiano (Grazer), and Max Balard (NAC Breda) all featured.MLS returned with Archie Goodwin in the squad for Charlotte FC.A-League Men Round-UpAdelaide United 4–0 Perth GloryAdelaide are red hot.Goals to Juan Muniz (free kick), Jonny Yull, Luka Jovanovic and Luke Duzel sealed a dominant win. Adelaide’s young midfield core continues to shine, while Perth’s season looks all but over.Auckland FC 5–0 Wellington PhoenixAuckland crushed Wellington in the NZ Derby, prompting the resignation of coach Giancarlo Italiano.Jesse Randall scored twice as Auckland made it six wins from six derbies (aggregate 18-4).Sydney FC 1–0 Brisbane RoarA wonder strike from Tiago Quintal secured three points for Sydney.Brisbane have one point from five matches and face a season-defining stretch.Melbourne Victory 3–1 Melbourne City – Juan Mata MasterclassSpanish legend Juan Mata stole the show in the Melbourne Derby.35-yard chip to open scoringLong-range second goalAssist for Santos lateA vintage performance that controlled the match.Mariners 3–2 WanderersThree straight wins for the Mariners.After early chaos and crossbars hit twice by the Wanderers, late goals sealed the comeback victory.Newcastle Jets 1–0 Macarthur FCLachy Bayliss scored the winner in front of 14,035 fans as the Jets made it eight straight wins.A-League Women – Title Race Heats UpMelbourne Victory FC 1–1 Wellington Phoenix FCMelbourne City FC 3–1 Central Coast Mariners FC (Bryleeh Henry on target)Canberra United FC 3–0 Western Sydney Wanderers FC (Josie Aulicino brace, Michelle Heyman ends drought)Perth Glory FC 3–2 Newcastle Jets FCAdelaide United FC 2–0 Brisbane Roar FCThe finals race is tightening fast.Team of the WeekGK: Harrison Devenish-MearesDEF: Jay Barnett, Cameron Burgess, Rebekah StottMID: Jonny Yull, Denis Genreau, Ryan White, Lucas MauragisFWD: Daniel Bennie, Bryleeh Henry, Melina AyresThe Aussie Game Podcast covers Australian football, the Socceroos, Matildas, A-League and Aussies playing overseas.🎧 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
Matildas Asian Cup squad reaction & Talay sprays Toure
The Matildas Asian Cup squad, we share our thoughts on the squad and who should start.We also run through some other football news including drama at Leichhardt Oval with a post match spray from Sydney FC coach Ufuk Talay, plus there are Asian club competition updates and a wrap of Aussies abroad.The Aussie Game Podcast covers Australian football, the Socceroos, Matildas, A-League and Aussies playing overseas.🎧 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
Ange makes big Spurs claim and Mo Toure maintains scoring streak
On this episode:Ange Postecoglou questions Tottenham Hotspur’s ambitionMohamed Toure continues scoring for Norwich CityMelbourne City FC qualify for the ACL Elite Round of 16Newcastle Jets make it seven straight winsYoungest ever A-League Women goal scorerTeam of the WeekAnge on SpursSpeaking on the Stick to Football, Postecoglou said Spurs are “not a big club” based on spending and wage structure, criticising their lack of risk-taking despite the “To Dare Is To Do” motto.Former Spur Jamie O'Hara and broadcaster Andy Goldstein hit back strongly.Discussion: Is Ange right?Aussies OverseasEnglandToure: 5 goals in 130 minutes, scored in FA Cup win over West Bromwich Albion.Alex Robertson: Player of the Match in Cardiff City’s 3-1 win over Luton Town.Assist for Callum Elder in Derby’s 2-0 win.Injury concern for Lewis Miller at Blackburn Rovers.EuropeTwo assists for Caitlin Foord as Arsenal WFC won 4-0.Goal for Alex Chidiac with Como Women.Full games in Dutch relegation clash for Aiden Hrustic and Max Balard.69 minutes for Jackson Irvine in FC St. Pauli’s loss to Bayer Leverkusen.ACL EliteMelbourne City FC beat Ulsan HD FC 2-1. Goals to Max Caputo and Marcus Younis. Through to the Round of 16.Macarthur FC lost 2-0 to Bangkok United in ACL2.Coefficient update: Australia tracking toward one ACL Elite and one ACL2 spot for 26/27.A-League MenWanderers 2-2 Phoenix. Goals to Ryan Fraser and Phillip Cancar. Lowest Wanderers home crowd recorded.Jets 3-1 Glory. Seven straight wins. Goals to Lachlan Bayliss, Lachlan Rose and Xavier Bertoncello.Adelaide 2-1 Sydney FC. Goals to Ryan Kitto and Luka Jovanovic. Adelaide up to third.A-League WomenSydney FC Women 4-0 Brisbane. Willa Pearson becomes youngest scorer in league history.Free-kick goal from Peta Trimis in Mariners’ 2-1 win over Wellington Phoenix Women.Other NewsTony Vidmar steps down as Olyroos coach.Joeys and U17 Women exit Asian Cup at group stage.Team of the WeekLawrence ThomasCallum Elder – Willa Pearson – Alessandro CircatiAlex Robertson – Ethan Alagich – Max Burgess – Mackenzie HawkesbyRiley McGree – Mohamed Toure – Peta TrimisThe Aussie Game Podcast covers Australian football, the Socceroos, Matildas, A-League and Aussies playing overseas.🎧 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
Women's Asian Cup Preview: Why the Matildas will win
On this episode of the Aussie Game Podcast, we preview the 2026 Women's Asian Cup and tell you why the Matildas will win.From the importance of the tournament and being a legacy to Joe Montemurro's philosophy right through to the key players in Sam Kerr, Mary Fowler, Ellie Carpenter and Kyra Cooney-Cross this comprehensive preview will get you up to speed with the tournament just weeks from starting.The Aussie Game Podcast covers Australian football, the Socceroos, Matildas, A-League and Aussies playing overseas.🎧 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