Archive
Socceroos squad to face Germany
The following squad has been named to play Germany at Borussia-Park in Mönchengladbach on March 29th. Read more…
Podcast- Summer Series Episode 11
There is a heap of fantastic stuff this week on the show! As the Socceroos prepare for the final of the Asian Cup, we take a look at Holger Osieck’s squad and their chances in the match against Japan. We talk gambling sponsorship in the NRL, debate the future of Alex Brosque, and discuss whether there’s something interesting going on at the SMH. We also take you back to our Grand Final episode (2nd October, 2010), where we heard from Wests Tigers’ Lock Chris Heighington on his decision to chase a NSW and Australian jersey. We preview the 2011 WWE Royal Rumble match, and the Mailbag clears up an issue a couple of readers noticed on our website. Get listening now!
Click here to listen.
Podcast- Special Edition: Asian Cupdate
By the time the main show rolls around for this week, the Socceroos could have already missed out on a Asian Cup final birth, so we put together a quick special edition episode of the show to make sure you’re up to date with all the happenings in Qatar. We talk about the Quarter Final victory against Iraq, injuries to key players, and debate our chances in the game against Uzbekistan. This is essential listening for those staying up to watch the game, so make sure you tune in now!
Click here to listen.
Socceroos top Group C
The Socceroos have secured a place in the Quarter Finals of the Asian Cup after defeating Bahrain 1-0 in their final group match.
Podcast- Summer Series Episode 8
The first episode for 2011! The technology is working again, so there is much to celebrate. We kick the year off with our predictions for the year ahead, preview the group stage of the Asian Cup, as well as the usual A-League Match of the Round. No Premier League this weekend, so we instead take a look at what catches our eye in the FA Cup. Also, we check back in with our Christmas presents, and see who’s recieved theirs. What better way to start the year of sport than with Who’s Playing Who?!
Click here to listen.
23-Man Socceroos Squad Announced for Asian Cup
The following 23-man squad has been selected by coach Holder Osieck ahead of the AFC Asian Cup, which begins on January 7th, 2011. Read more…
Where to now for football?
I wrote (or ranted) last week about how Australian football is NOT dead. Despite this, it certainly needs a lift, and this week I’m going to suggest a few ideas for both the domestic game and the Socceroos, which will help move the game forward in this country, to reach the heights of the major codes. Just quickly before that though, the naming of Holger Osieck’s preliminary squad for January’s Asian Cup is definitely a step in the right direction. Despite the fact that most of the fringe players named will probably not make the final squad, the fact they are mentioned means that Socceroos officials finally realise the importance of depth, and a squad base, in international football. So, anyway, on to my suggestions, starting with those for the domestic game. All of these ideas will ultimately result (hopefully) in the first suggestion. Read more…
Socceroos 50-man Asian Cup Squad named
Socceroos coach Holger Osieck has named a 50-man preliminary squad for January’s AFC Asian Cup in Qatar. Read more…
The end of Australian football (soccer)?
Despite glowing reports from many within the Australian football community, there is growing speculation from the ever cynical media that the game in Australia is a lost cause. The ‘humiliation’ that was the World Cup Bid, tagged with the dwindling A-League crowds and now the failure of the Sydney Rovers, even before it started, leaves much to be desired from Australian officials.
With so many people death riding the World Game Down Under, the question has to be asked… is it really dead? Read more…
Contact Us
Who's Playing Who? 