Green and Gold FC
For the fans, by the fans.Green & Gold FC dives deep into the heart of Australian football, from the Socceroos, Matildas, and A-League to the Australia Cup, Australian Championship, National Premier Leagues (NPL), and Aussies abroad.
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#69 – Socceroos Identity, Private Academies & Taking On FIFA (feat. Craig Foster) (opens the original)
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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
#68 – Why A-League Players Rejected the APL’s Offer (feat. Beau Busch) (opens the original)
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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 in
#67 – 80,000 Fans for Chelsea v Tottenham… So Why Not the A-League? (feat. Danny Graystone) (opens the original)
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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
#66 – Socceroos World Cup Fallout, Australia Cup Cupsets & On the Ball Returns (opens the original)
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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
#65 – Forget the World Cup, Australia Cup Knockouts Are Here (feat. SMFC Mike & Pete) (opens the original)
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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. Fro
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