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This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: Reflections on James Johnson's sudden departure as Football Australia CEO, Sampdoria crash to Serie C, the Wrexham juggernaught sets its sights on Australia, and thrilling finishes to league seasons in The Netherlands & Turkey. Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243 Enjoy...

Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley! Melbourne City have one foot in the A-League Men’s Grand Final after steamrolling Western United 3-0 in their semi-final first leg. City’s Kai Trewin has had his career-best campaign, has recently been called up to the Socceroos, and joins us with one step to take before what would be his first Grand Final. Then, the iconic Martin Tyler joi...

This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: an in-depth look at Arteta’s Arsenal as another unfulfilled season winds to a close, Spurs and Manchester United front up for the Europa League final, the Dutch Eredivisie sparks back to life late in the season, and South Melbourne in relegation trouble in the Victorian NPL. Follow us on X:  https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS Like us on Facebook: ...

Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Derek Dyson! Auckland FC arrive at their maiden finals campaign as Premiers, and odds on favourites to defeat Melbourne Victory across their two-legged semi-finals. Director of Football Terry McFlynn returns with morale - but equally expectation - high as Steve Corica’s side head across the Tasman. Then, German football journalist & author Raphael Honigstein...

This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: an in-depth review of the recent history of Leicester City, with a man who has covered it as closely as anyone, Rob Tanner ( The Athletic , formerly The Leicester Mercury ). Rob & Rob Gilbert reflect on the glorious highs, tragic lows, and uncertain future, of one of English football’s truly magical chapters, following their feeble relegation back t...

Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley! Melbourne Victory’s start to the season did not go as expected, plunged into the unknown after Patrick Kisnorbo’s shock departure before Christmas. Arthur Diles has taken his opportunity, and joins the show having steered the club to an elimination final against the Wanderers on Saturday. The seasons of Manchester’s big two clubs have...

This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: The Telegraph’s Matt Law joins Willem van Denderen and Derek Dyson after writing the Tottenham will part ways with Ange Postecoglou, regardless on weather the Aussie can lead his side to the Europa League title… Follow us on X:  https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS Like us on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243...

Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert & Michael Edgley! Liverpool’s 20th English League title has been apparent for some time, but that did nothing to dull the celebrations as the title was sealed with four games to spare. Former Red Stephen Warnock joins Rob & Derek Dyson just hours after witnessing the scenes at Anfield, first hand. Auckland FC also lifted silverware this week, the A-League Me...

This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: Mary Fowler's injury again puts the spotlight on the prevalence of ACL injuries in the women's game, Carlo Ancelotti appears to have set his sights on the Selecao, and a look at the Europa League semi finals. Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243 Enjoy our written content: h...

Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert, Michael Edgley and Derek Dyson! In late January Carl Veart had Adelaide United hot on the heels of Auckland FC. At the time they were a more than realistic chance of knocking off the new kids on the block, but after an eight game winless streak the club announced this season would be the last for a favourite son Val Migliaccio formerly of the Adelaide Advertiser and...

This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: The Central Coast Mariners dreams of a three-peat quashed with a whimper, the best goalkeepers around the world officially declared, Kylian Mbappe sanctioned by La Liga, and a tribute to Dutch managerial globetrotter, Leo Beenhakker. Follow us on X:  https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS Like us on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1000288...

Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Derek Dyson! Western Sydney Wanderers have played finals just once in the past seven seasons, but took another huge step towards a return with three points against Western United on Sunday. Alen Stajcic has overseen gentle progress on the field and in the stands in his first campaign at Parramatta, and returns to the show with it all before them as the regular season...

This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: Donald Trump's presidency throws a spanner into 2026 World Cup preparation as he meets 'the king of soccer', Ange Postecoglou under the hammer at Tottenham, Chelsea get funky as they look to exploit more financial loophoples, and a review of Vince Rugari's Angeball . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley! In the busy world of Australian football, the PFA remains one of the most consistent voices. Co-chair Beau Busch returns to touch on a range of topics - from the divisive 1975 Matildas acknowledgement, to the upcoming renewal to the CBA, Olympics funding for football, and more. Then, as the Premier League turns for home, the esteemed Henry Winter joins...

This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: Football misses out on Olympic Games funding as Perry Park upgrades remain unclear, Mexico's Club Leon are expelled from the inaugural revamped Club World Cup, and Derek's dating history at the Emirates! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley! New Zealand will feature at a FIFA Men’s World Cup for the third time in 2026, sealing qualification through Oceania’s top position. The voice of football in New Zealand,  Sky Sports’  Jason Pine, returns with the Kiwis determined to make history after group stage exits in 1982 & 2010. Then, to France - Les Blues will be...

This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: Matildas Alumni Advocacy Group and Football Victoria Hall of Fame member Dr Shona Bass joins Rob Gilbert, as their dispute with Football Australia over the recognition of the 1975 St George Budapest side as the ‘First Matildas’ continues to drive division within the game. Follow us on X:  https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS Like us on Facebook:&nb...

Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Derek Dyson! The Socceroos banked the points against Indonesia, but face yet another test as they land in Hangzhou to face China on Tuesday night. Esteemed former Socceroo Craig Foster returns to mull the questions facing Tony Popovic’s side, including his ageing strikeforce and varied approach to each match of his tenure, thus far. Then, football finance expert...

This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: Ange & The Boss co-director Tony Wilson discusses his new documentary Ange & The Boss, chronicling Ferenc Puskas’ time in Australia, when the Hungarian legend managed South Melbourne from 1989-92. Follow us on X:  https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS Like us on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243   Enjoy o...

Box2Box with Willem van Denderen & Michael Edgley Tony Popovic has made ten changes to the Socceroos’ squad ahead of crucial World Cup qualifiers against Indonesia and China, commencing this Tuesday. No Irankunda, but a recall for Arzani? As questions abound, the voice of football in Australia, Simon Hill, returns to provide some clarity. Then, to England, where Brighton & Hove Albio...

This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: Further examination of the Matildas’ ongoing hunt for a coach, five young Aussie strikers making great strides, Jose Mourinho with a vintage media performance in Turkey, and plenty more… Follow us on X:  https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS Like us on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243   Enjoy our written...

Box2Box with Rob Gilbert and Derek Dyson! Vince Rugari ( Sydney Morning Herald, Total A-Leagues) returns with Tony Popovic’s Socceroos squad for their upcoming World Cup Qualifiers seemingly at odds and ends. Vince also reflects on improving trends in Australian youth development, and the future of the game’s broadcast deal. Abroad, Frank Lampard’s managerial career looked set to...

This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: An in-depth look at the still-managerless Matildas after a SheBelieves Cup disaster, Brisbane Roar on track for an historically bad season, Preston face old rivals again and more… Follow us on X:  https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS Like us on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243   Enjoy our written content:&nbsp...

Box2Box with Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley! Trevor Morgan’s Young Socceroos have written themselves into Australian football history, winning the U20 Asian Cup after an undefeated campaign in China. Daniel Garb digests the achievement, and ponders the tough truths facing the Matildas. In Italy, top spot in the Serie A has fluctuated all season, and Inter, Napoli and Atalanta looking likely...

This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: Australian media’s coverage of the Melbourne Derby brawl, questions around Arsenal’s Visit Rwanda sponsorship, and an archival book review of The Damned United… Follow us on X:  https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS Like us on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243   Enjoy our written content:  https...