Green and Gold FC

01:04:32

#73 – South Melbourne v Victory: More Than a Final...

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2026/10/04

In this episode of Green & Gold FC, Graham is joined by Melbourne Victory supporters Patrick Clancy and Alexander Nanfra, and South Melbourne supporters Mike and Pete, to preview an Australia Cup final that means far more than a trophy.With South Melbourne and Melbourne Victory set to meet at a sold-out AAMI Park, the panel asks why this fixture has captured so much attention. For South supporters, it is a chance to win a national trophy against the club that emerged as the NSL ended. For

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00:51:08

#72 – The Australian Football Club 13,000km From Home...

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2026/09/29

In this episode of Green & Gold FC, Graham is joined by Aussie FC co-founder Jeffrey Gomez to explore an Australian football story unfolding more than 13,000 kilometres away in Quito, Ecuador.Jeffrey explains how he and his brother built a club that brings together their Australian upbringing and Ecuadorian heritage. From its green-and-gold colours and kangaroo crest to its focus on education and community, Aussie FC was created to give young people opportunities that extend beyond football.The

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00:41:22

#71 – U20 Failure, Australia Cup Final & Socceroos...

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2026/09/20

Graham is joined by football recruitment consultant and data analyst Petar Petrov to examine what Australia’s failure to qualify for the U20 Asian Cup reveals about the A-League and the development of the country’s best young players.They discuss the lack of senior experience within the squad, player-release problems, the domestic calendar and whether visa places are preventing young Australians from receiving more opportunities. The conversation also covers Newcastle Jets’ 7-1 continental defeat,

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00:56:27

#70 – How the A-League Lost Its Way (feat. Simon Hill)

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2026/09/11

In this episode of Green & Gold FC, Graham and Alex are joined by Simon Hill, the voice behind some of Australian football’s defining moments, to retrace the game’s journey over the past two decades and ask how its once-unstoppable momentum was lost.The discussion begins with Simon’s arrival in Australia during the final years of the NSL. He recalls the hostility football faced in the mainstream media, the persistent idea that the Socceroos were somehow less Australian than other national teams,

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01:15:36

#69 – Socceroos Identity, Private Academies & Taking...

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2026/08/26

In this episode of Green & Gold FC, Graham is joined by former Socceroo, Australian captain and broadcaster Craig Foster for a wide-ranging conversation about football in Australia and the global game.The discussion begins with the Socceroos and Australia’s playing identity. Craig explains why his belief in proactive football has not changed, why the debate should extend beyond Tony Popovic, and why Australia needs a consistent long-term approach capable of shaping players, coaches and national

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00:48:16

#68 – Why A-League Players Rejected the APL’s Offer...

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2026/08/11

In this episode of Green & Gold FC, Graham is joined by PFA chief executive Beau Busch for an in-depth discussion about the negotiations shaping the future of professional football in Australia.Beau explains why the players did not accept the APL’s proposed collective bargaining agreement, what remains unresolved, and why the PFA believes “no deal is better than a bad deal”. The conversation covers the possibility of the A-Leagues beginning the season without a new agreement, the prospect of

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00:57:55

#67 – 80,000 Fans for Chelsea v Tottenham… So Why Not...

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2026/08/04

In this episode of Green & Gold FC, Graham and Alex are joined by Danny Graystone to unpack FIFA’s reported plan to sell a stake in future World Cup profits, Australia Cup cupsets and the challenge of turning football’s big moments into lasting support for the game.The discussion begins with Gianni Infantino, FIFA’s proposed private investment model and the fierce pushback from UEFA and other football bodies. The panel also debates a possible 64-team World Cup, what it could mean for the value

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00:59:47

#66 – Socceroos World Cup Fallout, Australia Cup...

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2026/07/24

In this episode of Green & Gold FC, Graham and Alex look back on the Socceroos’ World Cup campaign and ask whether Tony Popovic is the right man to lead Australia into the next cycle.The discussion begins with Alex’s case for the prosecution: Australia’s lack of attacking structure, questionable selections, the handling of key players including Cristian Volpato and Alex Robertson, and whether Popovic’s club-management approach translates to international football. They also examine Australia’s

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00:36:49

#65 – Forget the World Cup, Australia Cup Knockouts...

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2026/07/10

In this episode of Green & Gold FC, Graham is joined by SMFC Mike and SM Pete for an Australia Cup round of 32 preview.The boys start with the headline NPL v A-League ties, including Preston Lions v Newcastle Jets, Sydney United v Central Coast Mariners, and South Melbourne v Adelaide United. Mike and Pete break down which NPL clubs look ready to cause damage, how South Melbourne’s recent signings could change the Adelaide tie, and why some of these matches may not feel like cupsets at all.From

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01:01:15

#64 – The Bigger Problems Behind the Socceroos’ World...

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2026/07/07

Australia’s World Cup run is over after a flat knockout exit against Egypt, and Graham, Ahmed and DanielTalksFtbl unpack where it went wrong.The boys discuss Popovic’s defensive approach, the Patrick Beach substitution, Irankunda playing through the middle, the penalty shootout, and whether the Socceroos left too much out there.From there, the conversation turns bigger picture: Australia’s lack of football identity, the cost of junior football, broken pathways, the missing National Youth League, the

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01:10:58

#63 – Group D Decoded, Socceroos Through & Egypt Next...

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2026/06/28

In this episode of Green & Gold FC, Graham is joined by Ahmed and Coach Rory to unpack Australia reaching the World Cup knockouts after a conservative but crucial draw with Paraguay.The discussion begins with the feeling around the Socceroos’ group stage, Popovich’s defensive approach, and whether Australia should have pushed harder after beating Turkey. Graham and Ahmed also look at the wider AFC picture, the role of Australian football media, and how much criticism is fair when the team is

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00:51:50

#62 – Popovic Got It Wrong, USA Fallout & Paraguay...

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2026/06/20

In this episode of Green & Gold FC, Graham is joined by Ahmed to unpack Australia’s World Cup defeat to the USA and what it means for the Socceroos heading into the final group game against Paraguay.The discussion begins with the mood after the loss, including whether the occasion, the Seattle crowd, the pre-game talk and the emotional high from the Turkey win all played a part in Australia’s flat start.Graham and Ahmed then break down Tony Popovic’s starting XI, the decision to bench Nestory

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00:42:32

#61 – Socceroos Stun Turkey, Popovich’s Crazy XI &...

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2026/06/17

In this episode of Green & Gold FC, Graham and Alex look back on Australia’s win over Turkey and preview the Socceroos’ next World Cup group game against the USA.The episode starts with Alex explaining the wild fallout from his post-match tweet after the Turkey game, including how a football meme spiralled into thousands of replies, threats, media coverage and a very strange few days online.The conversation then turns to the Socceroos’ performance against Turkey, with Graham and Alex breaking

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00:50:46

#60 – Socceroos, Matildas & the A-League’s Brand...

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2026/06/12

In this episode of Green & Gold FC, Graham is joined by Mark Crowe, Managing Director of Brand Finance, to discuss the commercial and branding challenges facing Australian football.The conversation begins with Football Australia’s finances, including its record revenue, recent deficits, and whether the Socceroos and Matildas are generating the commercial return their popularity should command.Graham and Mark then look at how Australian football can turn World Cup interest into long-term support

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00:50:13

#59 – Volpato Is a Socceroo, Final Squad & Mexico...

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2026/06/03

In this episode of Green & Gold FC, Graham and Alex dive into a huge week of Socceroos news as World Cup fever starts to build.The big headline is Cristian Volpato finally choosing Australia. Graham and Alex unpack the long-running Volpato saga, what may have changed behind the scenes, how big a coup this is for the Socceroos, and why his creativity, technical quality and ability to unlock deep blocks could make him one of the most important players in the squad.The conversation then turns to

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00:25:40

#58 – Is South Melbourne Finally Joining the...

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2026/05/31

In this episode of Green & Gold FC, Graham is joined by SMFC Mike and SM Pete to unpack a dramatic few days for South Melbourne.The discussion begins with the shock sacking of South Melbourne coach Sinisa Cohadzic, who leaves after guiding the club away from relegation danger, winning the Dockerty Cup and Australian Championship, and taking South Melbourne all the way to the OFC Pro League final.Mike and Pete break down why the decision has been so difficult for fans to process, whether it can

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00:46:52

#57 – Fed Square Fallout, Socceroos Selection Debate...

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2026/05/22

In this episode of Green & Gold FC, Graham and Alex look back on a wild A-League season while also breaking down a huge week across Australian football.The episode starts with the Fed Square live-site controversy, after the Victorian Government’s decision to block public screenings was quickly reversed following backlash from the football community. Graham and Alex discuss what the response says about football’s ability to unite, but also why the original decision still reflects deeper issues

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00:32:04

#56 – Australian Football Fans Have Had Enough (feat....

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2026/05/01

In this episode of Green & Gold FC, Graham is joined by Blayne Treadgold from the Football Supporters Association of Australia to discuss the state of fan representation in Australian football, and whether supporters can turn years of frustration into something constructive.The conversation begins with Blayne’s own football story, from growing up in Western Australia during Perth Glory’s rise, to becoming involved in the local game and eventually helping establish the FSAA in response to the

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00:51:24

#55 – Is the A-League Holding Back Our Best Young...

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2026/04/24

In this episode of Green & Gold FC, Graham and Alex are joined by Aussie Scout to ask whether A-League clubs are still too cautious with young players, and whether Australian football could go even further with youth minutes.The conversation starts with Newcastle Jets’ youth-driven success, before turning to the Young Socceroos, junior national teams, dual nationals, and the need to give Australia’s best prospects more meaningful senior football earlier.Aussie Scout then breaks down his recent

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01:10:46

#54 – Are National Teams Becoming a Transfer Market?...

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2026/04/14

(Part 2 of 2)James Kitching returns to Green & Gold FC to break down FIFA eligibility rules, dual nationals, and the growing role of diaspora recruitment in international football.Drawing on his time at FIFA, James explains the thinking behind the rules, clears up common misconceptions, and tackles the big question, is international football starting to resemble a transfer market? He also dives into how nations are getting smarter in targeting dual-national players, and why this trend is

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