For Vuck's Sake

We're back after a break to go through a huge off-season of change at the Victory. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & Facebook Support us on Patreon MON THE VUCK

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 & Facebook Support us on Patreon MON 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...

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...

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...

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 & Facebook Su...

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...

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 rumo...

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....

"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 "remo...

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...

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. Fol...

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...

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 & Facebook Support us on Patreon MON 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...

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...

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 underp...

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 & Facebook Support us on Patreon MON 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 & Facebook Support us on Patreon MON THE VUCK

Our annual season preview pod ahead of the new season. Follow us on Twitter , Instagram & Facebook Support us on Patreon MON 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 & Facebook Support us on Patreon MON 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 & Facebook Support us on Patreon MON 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 & Facebook Support us on Patreon MON 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 & Facebook Support us on Patreon MON 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 & Facebook Support us on Patreon MON THE VUCK