Box2Box, as the name implies, is a weekly football podcast for fans, experts and part-time enthusiasts who enjoy genuine analysis and conversation from one end of the pitch to the other. Top of the agenda each week will be the A-Leagues, a specific focus on the Socceroos & Matildas playing abroad and all Australia's FIFA World Cup qualification news. We’ll also be spending plenty of time on the UEFA Champions League and the other major European competitions including Premier League, La Liga, ...
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Box2Box - Melbourne Victory manager Arthur Diles, Jamie Jackson on Manchester clubs’ despair
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1:05:58Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley! Melbourne Victory’s start to the season did not go as expected, plunged into the unknown after Patrick Kisnorbo’s shock departure before Christmas. Arthur Diles has taken his opportunity, and joins the show having steered the club to an elimination final against the Wanderers on Saturday. The seasons of…
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Stoppage Time - The Telegraph’s Matt Law as Postecoglou sacking appears imminent
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25:30This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: The Telegraph’s Matt Law joins Willem van Denderen and Derek Dyson after writing the Tottenham will part ways with Ange Postecoglou, regardless on weather the Aussie can lead his side to the Europa League title… Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profil…
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Box2Box - Stephen Warnock as Liverpool celebrate No.20, Daniel Garb on Auckland’s maiden Premiership
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1:09:11Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert & Michael Edgley! Liverpool’s 20th English League title has been apparent for some time, but that did nothing to dull the celebrations as the title was sealed with four games to spare. Former Red Stephen Warnock joins Rob & Derek Dyson just hours after witnessing the scenes at Anfield, first hand. Auckland FC also lifted s…
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Stoppage Time - Ancelotti to Brazil, Project ACL, Europa League semi-finals...
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34:52This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: Mary Fowler's injury again puts the spotlight on the prevalence of ACL injuries in the women's game, Carlo Ancelotti appears to have set his sights on the Selecao, and a look at the Europa League semi finals. Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.p…
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Box2Box - Val Migliaccio on Carl Veart leaving Adelaide, Michael Lynch - will Ange Postecoglou survive?
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1:08:33Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert, Michael Edgley and Derek Dyson! In late January Carl Veart had Adelaide United hot on the heels of Auckland FC. At the time they were a more than realistic chance of knocking off the new kids on the block, but after an eight game winless streak the club announced this season would be the last for a favourite son Val Migli…
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Stoppage Time - Mariners era ends, Mbappe red card, vale Leo Beenhakker
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24:40This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: The Central Coast Mariners dreams of a three-peat quashed with a whimper, the best goalkeepers around the world officially declared, Kylian Mbappe sanctioned by La Liga, and a tribute to Dutch managerial globetrotter, Leo Beenhakker. Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS Like us on Facebook: https://w…
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Box2Box - Alen Stajcic as Wanderers eye finals return, James McNicholas as Arsenal head to Madrid
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1:04:23Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Derek Dyson! Western Sydney Wanderers have played finals just once in the past seven seasons, but took another huge step towards a return with three points against Western United on Sunday. Alen Stajcic has overseen gentle progress on the field and in the stands in his first campaign at Parramatta, and returns to the s…
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Stoppage Time - Trump meets 'Johnny' Infantino, Chelsea's financial gymnastics, Angeball book review
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24:58This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: Donald Trump's presidency throws a spanner into 2026 World Cup preparation as he meets 'the king of soccer', Ange Postecoglou under the hammer at Tottenham, Chelsea get funky as they look to exploit more financial loophoples, and a review of Vince Rugari's Angeball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info…
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Box2Box - PFA’s Beau Busch on 1975 Matildas division, Henry Winter as Premier League turns for home
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1:09:17Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley! In the busy world of Australian football, the PFA remains one of the most consistent voices. Co-chair Beau Busch returns to touch on a range of topics - from the divisive 1975 Matildas acknowledgement, to the upcoming renewal to the CBA, Olympics funding for football, and more. Then, as the Premier Leag…
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Stoppage Time - 2032 Olympics Funding, Club Leon expelled, Arsenal dating explained
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26:42This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: Football misses out on Olympic Games funding as Perry Park upgrades remain unclear, Mexico's Club Leon are expelled from the inaugural revamped Club World Cup, and Derek's dating history at the Emirates! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley
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Box2Box - Jason Pine celebrates World Cup-bound All Whites, Julien Laurens on Les Blues, PSG
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1:10:07Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley! New Zealand will feature at a FIFA Men’s World Cup for the third time in 2026, sealing qualification through Oceania’s top position. The voice of football in New Zealand, Sky Sports’ Jason Pine, returns with the Kiwis determined to make history after group stage exits in 1982 & 2010. Then, to France - L…
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Stoppage Time - Dr Shona Bass, Matildas Alumni Advocacy Group member, as ‘1975ers’ debate rages on
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34:22This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: Matildas Alumni Advocacy Group and Football Victoria Hall of Fame member Dr Shona Bass joins Rob Gilbert, as their dispute with Football Australia over the recognition of the 1975 St George Budapest side as the ‘First Matildas’ continues to drive division within the game. Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Bo…
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Box2Box - Craig Foster as Socceroos land in China, Kieran Maguire on A-League finances
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1:11:43Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Derek Dyson! The Socceroos banked the points against Indonesia, but face yet another test as they land in Hangzhou to face China on Tuesday night. Esteemed former Socceroo Craig Foster returns to mull the questions facing Tony Popovic’s side, including his ageing strikeforce and varied approach to each match of his ten…
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Stoppage Time - In Conversation with Tony Wilson, Ange & The Boss co-director
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22:56This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: Ange & The Boss co-director Tony Wilson discusses his new documentary Ange & The Boss, chronicling Ferenc Puskas’ time in Australia, when the Hungarian legend managed South Melbourne from 1989-92. Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028…
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Box2Box - Simon Hill digests Popa’s Socceroos selections, Andy Naylor on new Victory investor Tony Bloom
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1:00:08Box2Box with Willem van Denderen & Michael Edgley Tony Popovic has made ten changes to the Socceroos’ squad ahead of crucial World Cup qualifiers against Indonesia and China, commencing this Tuesday. No Irankunda, but a recall for Arzani? As questions abound, the voice of football in Australia, Simon Hill, returns to provide some clarity. Then, to …
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Stoppage Time - Aussie striker stocks booming, vintage Mourinho, more Matildas instability
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29:23This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: Further examination of the Matildas’ ongoing hunt for a coach, five young Aussie strikers making great strides, Jose Mourinho with a vintage media performance in Turkey, and plenty more… Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243 …
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Box2Box - Vince Rugari with Socceroos WCQs in focus, Oliver Kay on Frank Lampard revival
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1:15:39Box2Box with Rob Gilbert and Derek Dyson! Vince Rugari (Sydney Morning Herald, Total A-Leagues) returns with Tony Popovic’s Socceroos squad for their upcoming World Cup Qualifiers seemingly at odds and ends. Vince also reflects on improving trends in Australian youth development, and the future of the game’s broadcast deal. Abroad, Frank Lampard’s …
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Stoppage Time - Matildas SheBelieves Cup review, Brisbane Roar crisis, Preston NPL return
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30:04This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: An in-depth look at the still-managerless Matildas after a SheBelieves Cup disaster, Brisbane Roar on track for an historically bad season, Preston face old rivals again and more… Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243 Enjoy o…
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Box2Box - Daniel Garb as Young Socceroos salute, Adriano Del Monte on tense Serie A season
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1:08:10Box2Box with Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley! Trevor Morgan’s Young Socceroos have written themselves into Australian football history, winning the U20 Asian Cup after an undefeated campaign in China. Daniel Garb digests the achievement, and ponders the tough truths facing the Matildas. In Italy, top spot in the Serie A has fluctuated all season, an…
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Stoppage Time - Melbourne brawl coverage, Visit Rwanda, Damned United book Review
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30:33This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: Australian media’s coverage of the Melbourne Derby brawl, questions around Arsenal’s Visit Rwanda sponsorship, and an archival book review of The Damned United… Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243 Enjoy our written content:…
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Box2Box - South Melbourne’s Bill Papastergiadis chats Australian Championship, James Pearce as Liverpool march on
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1:14:58Box2Box with Rob Gilbert and Derek Dyson! Few clubs have banged the drum for a national second division as long and loudly as South Melbourne, and their dream came true - in part - with last week’s announcement of the Australian Championship. Chairman Bill Papastergiadis returns to discuss how the news has been taken at Lakeside. Abroad, Liverpool’…
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Stoppage Time - The BBC's Phil McNulty as Premier League turns for home
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24:50This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: BBC Sport's chief football writer Phil McNulty returns for a deep dive on the Premier League season, with just over a third of the campaign remaining. Liverpool's lead, Forest's fairytale and Tottenham's struggles are all on the table. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Box2Box - Trevor Morgan as Young Socceroos sizzle, Preston Lions’ David Cvetkovski on Aus Championship green light
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1:09:18Box2Box with Michael Edgley, Derek Dyson and Joey Lynch! The Young Socceroos have flown through the opening two matches of the U20 Asian Cup, with wins over the Kyrgz Republic and Qatar sewing up a quarter-final place. Manager Trevor Morgan joins the programme live from China, ahead of their meeting with the hosts. Then, Australian football’s long-…
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Stoppage Time - Tracey Holmes discusses Sam Kerr acquittal, legacy, future
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31:40This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: Tracey Holmes (The Sports Ambassador podcast) joins Rob & Michael following the unanimous decision of a London court jury to find Matildas captain Sam Kerr not guilty of the racially aggravated harassment of a police officer in January 2023. Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS Like us on Facebook: h…
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Box2Box - Mile Sterjovski as Macarthur take strides, Paul Joyce as Moyes’ Everton climb table
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1:05:49Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley! Australia Cup holders, in the finals mix and off the back of a transfer market where four players were sold abroad: Macarthur FC have taken steps on multiple strides so far this season. Manager Mile Sterjovski joins the show for the first time, following the weekend’s hard fought point against Western U…
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Stoppage Time - Worst signings ever, Bundesliga update, Marcus Rashford to Villa, Robin van Persie left fuming and more...
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26:31This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: After Neymar's chaotic stint in Saudi Arabia, what are the worst signings ever. Can Unai Emery reinvigorate Marcus Rashford, have Bayern got one hand on the Bundesliga title, Robin van Persie left fuming after drawing to 12 man Heerenveen's and plenty more… Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS Like u…
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