#118 - The top 5 uncapped Socceroos who deserve a chance plus a huge Australian football round up

With another Socceroos squad announcement approaching, we debate which uncapped players deserve a call-up for the November window. We reveal our top five picks and share the fans’ opinions.

We also break down the Joeys squad for the upcoming U17 World Cup, catch up with our Aussies overseas, review the latest A-League and Australian Championship action, and finish with our Team of the Week.

Key Talking Points

1. Top Five Uncapped Socceroos

Who deserves a chance in Tony Popovic’s next squad?

Chiefs’ picks:

• Kasey Bos
• Zac Sapsford
• Yaya Dukuly
• Kealey Adamson
• Eli Adams

Moppa’s picks:

• Kasey Bos
• Kealey Adamson
• Daniel Bennie
• Jed Drew
• Zac Sapsford

2. Joeys World Cup Squad Announced

• Australia’s squad is confirmed for the expanded 48-team U17 World Cup.
• Six A-League players have already made their professional debuts, including Akol Akon.
• Four overseas-based players feature in the squad.
• We profile the overseas contingent and look at the club representation across the squad.
• Denmark, Argentina and Mozambique provide an interesting challenge in the tournament.
• Australia finished 24th at the U15 World Cup.

3. Aussies Overseas

Our regular international wrap covers the latest performances from Australian players across the globe.

Highlights include:

• England: Harry Souttar’s impressive performances for Leicester, Kealey Adamson’s full game for QPR and Zac Sapsford continuing his big-game scoring against Celtic.
• Women's Champions League: Ellie Carpenter scores off the bench for Chelsea, while Caitlin Foord, Steph Catley and Kyra Cooney-Cross help Arsenal to victory over Benfica.
• Women's Europa Cup: Hayley Raso opens the scoring for Eintracht Frankfurt.
• Scotland: Zac Sapsford scores against Celtic, while Ryan Strain provides a crucial assist for Falkirk.
• Japan: Kusini Yengi comes off the bench to provide an assist for Sanfrecce.
• Norway: Gianni Stensness features in a dramatic 3-2 result between Bodo/Glimt and Viking.
• USA: Patrick Yazbek returns to a full 90 minutes for Nashville.

Plus, updates from Germany, Portugal, Spain, Denmark, Slovenia, Czechia, Sweden, Croatia and France.

4. A-League Men

• Are Wellington Phoenix emerging as favourites heading into the NZ derby after a clinical 3-0 win over Newcastle?
• The Jets struggle with the demands of competing across two competitions.
• Macarthur and Western Sydney share an entertaining goalless draw.
• Melbourne City secure a much-needed comeback win.
• Brisbane Roar need a late equaliser against Auckland FC.
• Melbourne Victory and Central Coast remain winless after three games.
• Adelaide United suffer a heavy defeat to Perth Glory following their midweek ACL2 loss.

5. Australian Championship

A look at all four groups and the latest results:

• Group A: South Melbourne continue their strong form, while Sydney United grab a late winner.
• Group B: Broadmeadow Magic remain top, and APIA Leichhardt celebrate their return to Lambert Park with a big comeback win.
• Group C: Sydney Olympic pick up a much-needed victory, while Oakleigh Cannons win the penalty shootout against Bayswater.
• Group D: Lions FC defeat Wollongong Wolves, while Preston Lions move into top spot.

We also look ahead to the crucial Group D clash between Wollongong and Preston.

6. A-League Women

• Talia Kapetanellis and Central Coast Mariners continue their impressive starts.
• Sydney FC record their first win of the season.
• Brisbane remain without a point.
• Milly Bennett shines for Western Sydney with a goal and an assist.
• Melbourne Victory defeat Newcastle 1-0.

Team of the Week

Goalkeeper

• Alex Robinson

Defenders

• Ellie Carpenter
• Harry Souttar
• Laura Pickett
• Lucas Mauragis

Midfielders

• Liam Rose
• Noah Maieroni
• Jordi Valadon

Forwards

• Michael Ruhs
• Zac Sapsford
• Talia Kapetanellis

All this and more on the Aussie Game Podcast — your weekly wrap of Australian football, the A-Leagues, the Matildas and Aussies making waves around the world.

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