The Aussie Game Podcast

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...

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 Soccero...

The Socceroos suffered a 2-0 defeat to tournament co-hosts USA in Seattle, coming back down to earth after their impressive opening win over Turkiye. Tony Popovic's surprise lineup selections failed to fire early as Australia struggled to match the Americans' intensity, conceding two fortunate first-half goals and creating little in attack. Second-half changes sparked life into the Socceroos, with...

The Socceroos have stunned Turkiye in their opening game of the World Cup with a 2-0 win. We break down the game and highlight some outstanding performances from this young Socceroos team. How big is this win for Australian football and what does it mean for our World Cup hopes. We also cover the Matildas series with Mexico and what we learned one year from the Women's World Cup. Our U19's have al...

With the FIFA World Cup just days away, the Socceroos wrapped up their final warm-up match with a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Switzerland. We break down the key talking points, standout performers, selection headaches, and what it all means ahead of the clash with Türkiye. Meanwhile, the Matildas suffered a late 1-0 defeat to an in-form Mexico side in Newcastle on a milestone night for Ellie Carp...

Cristian Volpato has officially declared for Australia just days before the Socceroos' World Cup squad deadline. What does the switch mean for his chances of making the final 26-man squad, and where could he fit into Tony Popovic's plans? We also break down Australia's 1-0 defeat to Mexico in Florida. Another sluggish first half raised concerns, but a much-improved second-half display showed signs...

One week until the Socceroos’ 26-man FIFA World Cup squad announcement. Riley McGree suffers an injury scare in Middlesbrough’s Championship playoff defeat — what does it mean for Australia’s World Cup plans? Auckland FC make A-League history, winning the championship in just their second season. Steve Corica’s redemption story as Auckland defeat his former club Sydney FC in the Grand Final. Tacti...

Cam Devlin heartbreak in Scotland, St Pauli relegated from the Bundesliga, Riley McGree’s Middlesbrough pain continues and Mat Ryan produces heroics in Spain. Plus Melbourne City chase history, Auckland book a home A-League Grand Final and Australia’s Joeys & Young Matildas secure World Cup qualification. In This Episode: Cam Devlin’s Hearts fall short in dramatic Scottish title race Martin Bo...

This week we break down the latest Socceroos news ahead of the World Cup, including training camps, injury concerns, the 2027 Asian Cup draw and the Federation Square fan-zone backflip. We also cover: Riley McGree and Middlesbrough’s Championship semi-final battle Sam Kerr becoming Chelsea’s all-time leading scorer Mary Fowler and Manchester City lifting the WSL title Dario Vidosic guiding Brighto...

Aussies Making Moves Before the World Cup With European seasons wrapping up and the World Cup approaching, Australian players are making final statements. Nestory Irankunda headlines transfer buzz Mohamed Toure scoring in England Riley McGree returns for Middlesbrough playoff push Arsenal Matildas exit Europe, while a former Matilda lifts silverware A-League Men down to final four amid finals dram...

Guess who’s back… back again. Harry’s back—tell a friend. But the big question: is he on the plane to the World Cup? We’ve got Aussies firing overseas—Mo Touré scoring rockets, Mat Ryan keeping hope alive, and plenty caught in relegation drama. Back home, the A-League Men season wrapped with chaos, goals, and some serious spice ahead of finals. Plus, A-League Women finals kicked off in style with...

Mo Toure Headlines Massive Week Mo Toure scores second hat-trick for Norwich City in just 4 starts Socceroos star proving undroppable at club + international level Alex Robertson secures promotion with Cardiff City Patrick Yazbek makes history in the US Tete Yengi sends Japanese side to ACL semi-finals Newcastle Jets win first-ever Premiers Plate Western Sydney Wanderers claim the wooden spoon Soc...

Weekly wrap Matildas waltz past Malawi Harry Souttar returns but Leicester are in trouble Portsmouth pick up big win as Thomas Waddingham returns Hearts remain top in Scotland as Devlin plays big role in win Sydney is Sky Blue, Jets wrap up ACLE and Bulls are almost done Team of the Week Subscribe for weekly Australian football updates covering Socceroos, Matildas, Aussies Abroad, and A-League ana...

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Overseas Aussies FA Cup & Europe Joe Gauci’s Port Vale crushed 7-0 by Chelsea (5 saves despite heavy loss) Chelsea beat Arsenal 1-0 (UWCL), but Arsenal advance 3-2 agg Steph Catley injury concern; Caitlin Foord strong Aivi Luik reaches Europa final with Häcken Scotland Zac Sapsford scores AGAIN vs Rangers (2nd goal this season vs them) Strong form raises Socceroos selection questions Hibs 3-0...

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 Australia...

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 Cameroon Late winner from Jordy Bos seals victory in Sydney Fast start but lacked cutting edge vs understrength Cameroon First half: 1 shot, 0 on target Debut: Lucas Herrington (18) impresses (94% passing, 4 clearances) Irankunda lively i...

Matildas Fall Short in Asian Cup Final Matildas lose 1-0 to Japan Women's National Team in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Final 74,000+ crowd; big TV audience across Australia Early 17th-minute wonder goal proves decisive Strong start + dominant final 20 minutes but no equaliser Caitlin Foord missed key chances Alanna Kennedy named tournament MVP Tactical shift: 4-3-1-2 → 4-2-3-1 Focus now turns to 202...

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, anoth...

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...

Matildas: Ball Control Issues Cost Against Korea Starting 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...

The Matildas beat Iran 4-0 Melbourne City stay alive in the ACL Elite The Mariners are into the top 6 while the Bulls continue to slide Some 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 p...

Matildas Open Asian Cup with Win The 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 Ch...

Aussies Abroad Highlights Josh 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....

Daniel Bennie Stakes Socceroos Claim in England Young 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 – C...