Podcast by The Aussie Game Podcast
01 February 2026
A huge week in Australian football. A Socceroo transfer bombshell looms, one Aussie sees red overseas and another bags a brace. The Newcastle Jets hit the top of the A-League Men, Sydney FC dominate the derby, and Jaiden Kucharski stuns Auckland with a super-sub double.
Overseas, Callum Elder, Riley McGree, Josh Nisbet and Alex Robertson all impress, while Mohamed Toure is linked with a big-money move to Norwich. Mat Ryan stars in La Liga, Arsenal’s Matildas cruise into a cup final, and Australian coaches in China are hit with points deductions.
The A-League Women title race tightens with the top eight separated by just six points, goals flying everywhere and upsets across the round. We also pay tribute to Rado Vidošić, a giant of Australian football, and wrap up with our Team of the Week.
The Aussie Game Podcast covers Australian football, the Socceroos, Matildas, A-League and Aussies playing overseas.
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01:18:58
25 January 2026
A huge week in Australian football with Socceroos March fixtures confirmed, injuries opening selection doors, Aussies starring overseas, goal-filled A-League Men’s, and a wide-open A-League Women’s title race.
Australia vs Cameroon
Accor Stadium | Fri 27 March
• FIFA rank 45 | AFCON QF exit
• Baleba, Mbeumo headline
Australia vs Curaçao
AAMI Park | Tue 31 March
• FIFA rank 81 | First World Cup qualifiers
• Juninho Bacuna key name
Injury Watch
• Souttar setback
• Metcalfe, Devlin (early March)
• Matthews (mid March)
• Italiano weeks away
• Segecic scores in Championship all-Aussie clash
• Lewis Miller scores on return for Blackburn
• McGree & Silvera back as Boro go 2nd
• Daniel Bennie first Championship start
• Cam Burgess solid for Swansea
• Kerr, Carpenter, Foord, Catley feature in WSL title clash
• Mat Ryan wins late thriller with Levante
• Jackson Irvine returns for St Pauli
• Jordy Bos starts in Feyenoord Europa win
• Tete Yengi departs for Japan
• Fiji 2-0
• Solomon Islands 5-2, 3-1
• Jets 4-1 Wellington – four straight wins, Bayliss stunner
• Auckland 2-2 Mariners – late error costs Auckland
• Adelaide 3-2 Brisbane – Burkitt hat-trick
• Macarthur 6-2 City – Bulls rampant, Duke opens account
• Big Blue next | Sydney Derby double-header ahead
• McNamara leads Golden Boot
• Wanderers upset Mariners
• Wellington up to 2nd
• Victory dominate but draw Sydney
• Ladder incredibly tight
• Auckland FC perfect start
• South Melbourne unbeaten
Delianov
Miller | Varley | Kikianis | Bos
Burgess | Priestman
Lavalle | Caspers | McNamara | Burkitt
The Aussie Game Podcast covers Australian football, the Socceroos, Matildas, A-League and Aussies playing overseas.
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01:09:43
21 January 2026
In this special midweek episode we discuss:
The appointment of new Football Australia CEO Martin Kugeler, why he was selected, how his role might be different and the importance of the conversations he needs to have with the A-Leagues, the PFA, the state federations and government.
The PFA's report, READY FOR TAKE OFF, The Players' vision for the A-League Women, the four strategic pillars and the 21 recommendations. Who will get on board.
Lastly, we give our thoughts on the Central Coast Mariners situation and the ideal situation for them going forward.
The Aussie Game Podcast covers Australian football, the Socceroos, Matildas, A-League and Aussies playing overseas.
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46:13
18 January 2026
Australian football delivers again with standout performances abroad, late A-League drama and national team heartbreak.
Mat Ryan
Kitto, Circati, Atkinson
Sam Klein
Silvera, Eli Adams, Jonny Yull, Hrustic
Sam Kerr, Adrian Segecic
The Aussie Game Podcast covers Australian football, the Socceroos, Matildas, A-League and Aussies playing overseas.
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00:00
01:16:13
14 January 2026
A familiar story for Adelaide: plenty of attacking threat but defensive issues remain. Luka Jovanovic has taken his chance, Josh Smits has been reliable, and Craig Goodwin is still class. Strong at home but light at centre-back.
The benchmark team at halfway. Physically dominant, defensively strong and unbeaten away from home. Some vulnerabilities when conceding first, but Brook, Randall and Cosgrove continue to deliver goals.
Michael Valkanis has restored fight and identity to the Roar. Injuries have tested depth and Jay O’Shea’s absence looms large, but Brisbane are competitive again and difficult to play against.
A tough season for a young squad amid off-field uncertainty. Competitive performances but results have been scarce. Andrew Redmayne has been outstanding, though goals remain an issue.
Quietly impressive. Strong midfield balance, experienced defence and reliable scoring from Sawyer and Duran. Mitch Duke adds depth as they push for a top-two finish.
Elite ACL Elite form but inconsistent in the league. Still one of the league’s best defensive units, though injuries continue to disrupt momentum. Youth minutes may pay dividends later.
After a slow start, Victory surged with four straight wins before another setback. Juan Mata has been superb, but inconsistency and the lack of a reliable goalscorer remain concerns.
One of the stories of the season. Fearless, attacking football with big wins over Auckland. They’ve scored the most — and conceded the most. Entertaining and dangerous.
A turbulent start followed by renewed optimism under Adam Griffiths. Young players have stepped up and HBF Park remains a fortress thanks to passionate support.
Quietly one of the most balanced teams in the league. The competition’s best defence and improved youth integration. Finding results even without Joe Lolley.
Improved goal output but at the cost of defensive solidity. High line has been exposed and derby losses have hurt momentum.
Defensively solid but struggling badly for goals. Pressure mounts on Alan Stajic despite big wins over Sydney FC and Victory.
We'll also review our picks for Golden Boot, Johnny Warren Medallist, Wooden Spoon, Premiers, Champions and throw in a bold prediction for the rest of the season.
The Aussie Game Podcast covers Australian football, the Socceroos, Matildas, A-League and Aussies playing overseas.
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00:00
01:38:01
11 January 2026
The Newcastle Jets have flown into the top 4 of the A-League Men's, Mat Ryan steals the headlines in Spain with a penalty save and clean sheet in La Liga as Aussies shine across Europe and the A-League Men & Women deliver chaos at the halfway mark.
Mat Ryan, Ben Garrucio, Jack Iredale, Johnny Koutroumbis, Anthony Pantazopoulos, Sammy Silvera, Peta Trimis, Lachy Brook, Matthias Macallister, Pat Wood.
Moppa's super sub - Will Dobson
Keep an eye out for our special midweek episode where we will be running our eye over all 12 A-League Men's clubs and assess how they're travelling half way through the season.
The Aussie Game Podcast covers Australian football, the Socceroos, Matildas, A-League and Aussies playing overseas.
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01:10:12