Could we be witnessing one of the fastest rises in Australian football history?

From an A-League debut in December 2024, to an MLS debut in February 2026, a Socceroos debut in March, a World Cup debut in June, and now a reported Premier League move to Hull City worth $35 million AUD—Lucas Herrington's rise has been nothing short of remarkable.

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Transfers

Lucas Herrington closes in on a reported $35M move to Hull City

Mat Ryan re-signs with Levante

Joe Gauci joins Lincoln City on loan

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Episode Overview

Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea have landed in Australia, with one young Chelsea talent attracting plenty of attention from Socceroos fans. We discuss Australian-born wonderkid Mahdi Nicoll-Jazuli, the latest transfer news involving the Socceroos and Matildas, A-League developments, and all the biggest results from Australians playing abroad.

In This Episode

Premier League arrives in Australia: Chelsea and Tottenham's pre-season tour.

Mahdi Nicoll-Jazuli: Why Chelsea's 16-year-old Australian-born academy star is generating so much buzz.

Can Football Australia convince dual-national Nicoll-Jazuli to choose the Socceroos?

Transfer Watch

The FIFA World Cup may be over in North America, but Australian football is only heating up. This week we cover a huge run of overseas transfers, pre-season performances from Australians abroad, the release of the 2026 A-League Men's fixture, Football Australia's new domestic calendar, Australia Cup Round 32, and the latest developments in the ongoing collective bargaining dispute.

This week's topics

To celebrate 100 episodes of the Aussie Game podcast, we tackle the biggest questions in Australian football as asked by you, covering:

Plus we discuss the latest transfers including Paul Okon to FC Koln and Cam Devlin to Rangers.

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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 the impact of the substitutions, discuss Football Australia's long-term vision, and round up the biggest Australian football transfer news.

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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.

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Paraguay 0-0 Australia Review

The Socceroos secure qualification from a difficult group.

Why the result was enough—but did the performance answer the big questions?

Tactical analysis and key takeaways from the draw.

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 Nestory Irankunda, Connor Metcalfe and Jason Geria making an immediate impact. Christian Volpato's lively 30-minute cameo was one of the major positives as Australia pushed hard for a way back into the contest but couldn't find a breakthrough.<...

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 also won the ASEAN Championship plus we go through some of the recent transfers for Australian players and clubs.

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 Carpenter, who celebrated her 100th international appearance as captain. We assess where the team stands one year out from the Women's World Cup.

Socceroos 1-1 Switzerland: Final World C...

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 of promise ahead of the World Cup squad announcement. Is the slow-starting approach part of the game plan, or should fans be worried?

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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.Tactical breakdown: Auckland’s high press vs Sydney FC’s possession game.Cameron Howieson scores the winner and claims the Joe Marston Medal.What Auckland’s success means for the future of the A-League.Patrick Kisnorbo signs a three-year dea...

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.

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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:

Key Topics

Aussies Making Moves Before the World Cup

With European seasons wrapping up and the World Cup approaching, Australian players are making final statements.

Big Story: Irankunda’s $32M Transfer Buzz

Au...

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 dominant wins setting up blockbuster semis.

And of course—we’ll wrap it all up with our Team of the Week...

Mo Toure Headlines Massive Week

Big Story: Mo Toure Dominance

Championship & League One

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

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Midweek Wrap

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Overseas Aussies

FA Cup & Europe

Scotland

Championship & League One

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.

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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

Overseas Aussies Wrap

Matildas Fall Short in Asian Cup Final

Legacy News:

Aussies Abroad Highlights

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, another Aussie talent heading to the Eredivisie and Melbourne City back in the A-League Men's playoff mix.

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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 of the semi-final.

We also discuss the big eligibility news as Adrian Segecic switches international allegiance from Australia to Croatia national football team, and why he may not be the last young talent to make that decision.

Matildas: Ball Control Issues Cost Against Korea

Aussies Abroad Round-Up

FA Cup

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.

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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.

Aussies Abroad – Goals, Injuries & Big Moments

Championship

Scotland

Aussies Abroad Highlights

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 – Championship, Scotland & Beyond

England – Championship

The Matildas Asian Cup squad, we share our thoughts on the squad and who should start.

We also run through some other football news including drama at Leichhardt Oval with a post match spray from Sydney FC coach Ufuk Talay, plus there are Asian club competition updates and a wrap of Aussies abroad.

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Ange on Spurs

Speaking on the Stick to Football, Postecoglou said Spurs are “not a big club” based on spending and wage structure, criticising their lack of risk-taking despite the “To Dare Is To Do” motto.

Former Spur Jamie O'Hara and broadcaster Andy Goldstein hit back strongly.

Discussion: Is Ange right...

On this episode of the Aussie Game Podcast, we preview the 2026 Women's Asian Cup and tell you why the Matildas will win.

From the importance of the tournament and being a legacy to Joe Montemurro's philosophy right through to the key players in Sam Kerr, Mary Fowler, Ellie Carpenter and Kyra Cooney-Cross this comprehensive preview will get you up to speed with the tournament just weeks from starting.

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On this episode of the Aussie Game Podcast, we break down a massive week for Australian football with some Championship stars.

Mohamed Toure scores a hattrick on starting debut for Norwich as they beat Oxford 3-0. Toure already has 4 goals in less than 100 mins for Norwich. This is his first hattrick as a professional footballer.

A goal and an assist from Riley McGree have sent Middlesbrough to the top of the Championship with 15 games to go. The commentator called him the best player in the Championship.

Most passes completed for Cam Burgess with...

On this episode of the Aussie Game Podcast, we break down a massive week for Australian football at home and abroad.

Mohamed Toure makes the perfect start at Norwich City, scoring on debut to seal a 2–0 win over Blackburn Rovers, while fellow Aussie Lewis Miller remains locked in a Championship relegation battle.

Across Europe, Aussies are everywhere — from Ante Suto’s stoppage-time winner for Hibernian, to Jackson Irvine’s huge Bundesliga survival boost, and promotion pressure building in England and the Netherlands.

Back home, it was a blockbuster round of A-League Men action:

This episode is all about the fans who asked us some tricky questions on expansion of the A-League, the Socceroos challenges with dual nationals, the best Socceroos keeper between Mat Ryan and Mark Schwarzer, A-League foreign strikers, the potential of Tiago Quintal, Jesse Randall's move and more.

We also run through some big transfer news with some up and coming Matildas, another Aussie at Hibs and our Matildas at Arsenal are Champions of the World.

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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 ti...

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.

Socceroos – March fixtures

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 M...

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.

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Australian football delivers again with standout performances abroad, late A-League drama and national team heartbreak.

Headlines

Aussies Overseas (Quick Hits)

We break down the A-League Men halfway point, analysing every club’s season so far, standout performers, fan sentiment, and where each side is heading in the run to finals. Plus, Golden Boot picks, premiership favourites, wooden spoon calls and a bold prediction.

Adelaide United (8th | 5-1-6)

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.

Auckland FC (1st | 7-3-2)

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