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Box2Box, with Willem van Denderen & Will Hastie!South Melbourne Hellas are Australia Cup champions, downing Melbourne Victory in epic fashion on a night their latent supporter base truly re-emerged. Club co-President Bill Papastergiadis returns to celebrate their moment of triumph - and look to what’s next.Robbie Thomson then reflects on the occasion from the commentary box, where he called the match for 10/Paramount+: the place of the Australia Cup final, it’s means as a broadcast spectacle, and the fallout for Melbourne Victory are all on the agenda.Also on the show: Big questions facing A-Leagues & Australia Championship ahead of kickoff, Manchester United misery and loads more…Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTSLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243 Enjoy our written content: https://www.box2boxnts.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert & Will Hastie!The Socceroos impressed in last week's second friendly against Brazil, although ultimately fell away in what proved a 4-2 loss. The Sydney Morning Herald's Vince Rugari takes the temperature on the group's promise ahead of the Asian Cup - and also speaks to the Australian implications of the Manchester City scandal.Furthermore on City, ITV's Mark Pougatch returns as arguably the biggest story of the Premier League era rumbles on. An appeal filed, a key whistleblower endangered and contradictions seemingly everywhere; what to make of this mess, and where to next?Also on the agenda: Olyroos lose their first of two to South Korea, AFC set to propose Nations League World Cup qualification mechanism, and tough European windows for Klopp & Ronaldo.Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTSLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243 Enjoy our written content: https://www.box2boxnts.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Box2Box, with Willem van Denderen & Derek Dyson!The Socceroos went within moments of a first win over Brazil in 25 years in last Friday's meeting in Townsville, and have another chance in Brisbane on Tuesday. Craig Moore returns to assess the performance, including the continued development of centre-backs Circati and Herrington. Then to the UK, where the biggest news in some time landed this week: Manchester City guilty of all bar one of 115 charges, relating to breaches of the Premier League’s financial regulations. The Athletic’s Rob Tanner discusses the mood of proceedings - as well as a reflection on England's loss to Spain.Also on the agenda: Ireland protest Israel fixture, European leagues band together in spite of Infantino, and the potential end of England's long-standing football booze ban.Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTSLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243 Enjoy our written content: https://www.box2boxnts.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Box2Box, with Willem van Denderen & Derek Dyson! The Socceroos are set to play Brazil in their first outings post-World Cup, starting with Friday’s hit-out in Townsville. Meanwhile, South Melbourne Hellas and Melbourne Victory will meet for the Australia Cup in next month’s decider, already one of the more anticipated fixtures in Australian football’s modern history. Robbie Thomson has the big games for 10/Paramount+ over the coming weeks, and returns for a preview.Then to England, where three big wins - and all different in nature - has launched Brighton & Hove Albion up the Premier League table, and seen them progress in the EFL Cup and Conference League. The Athletic’s Andy Naylor covers the Brighton beat - can Fabian Hürzeler lead the club to its long-awaited first trophy?Also on the agenda: Rangers with two fists on the chin in the Old Firm, Mo Toure injury leaves Popa’s striking stocks thin, and Rob Gilbert files a report from the Stadio Olympico...Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTSLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243 Enjoy our written content: https://www.box2boxnts.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Box2Box, with Willem van Denderen & Derek Dyson! Socceroo James Holland achieved plenty in his playing career, and the best could still be yet to come as he builds into management. An assistant to Oliver Glasner at first Crystal Palace and now Nottingham Forest, he joins us to discuss the fruitful working relationship between the pair, his own coaching journey, and influences from his playing days.Then to England, where Sunday’s Manchester Derby saw City scoop the points and United count the cost - while VAR had more than a fair hand in the result. The BBC’s Simon Stone was at Old Trafford and joins us to debrief. Also on the agenda: Nine & Stan Sport extend their Premier League rights deal, Ismael Kartel fails to resign at Fenerbahçe & loads more…Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTSLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243 Enjoy our written content: https://www.box2boxnts.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Box2Box, with Willem van Denderen & Derek Dyson! Central Coast Mariners women’s side have found new ownership in Holman Barnes Group, and are now preparing for the upcoming A-League season. New manager Dean Heffernan returns to the club which he played a key role in establishing on the pitch from 2005-10 as a stalwart of the men's outfit, and is now looking to make an impact on the touchline.In the UK, Premier League clubs have - again - spent a new record £3.7billion on players in the recent transfer market. The figures are only surging one way; The Price of Football’s Kieran Maguire returns to make sense of the league’s financial might and movements.Also on the agenda: Australian referees on strike, Arsenal beat Chelsea and goalscoring goalkeepers - in light of Ronald Koeman Jr’s feat for Telstar.Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTSLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243 Enjoy our written content: https://www.box2boxnts.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lions FC are Australia’s most in-form side, already lifting three trophies in 2026 and with a Queensland NPL Grand Final and Australia Cup semi-final to come in a fortnight’s time. Manchester-born manager Dan Barber has excelled in his first season in the role, and joins us for the first time.Then to Scotland, where a foreign manager will lead the national team for just the second time after the appointment of Belgian Sebastian Pocognoli. The Daily Record’s Andy Newport explains why the new era has been met with optimism - in contrast to the early season mood at Rangers, Celtic and Hearts.Also on the agenda: Chelsea & Manchester City among Premier League pacesetters, Xavi Hernandez to the Netherlands and plenty more…Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTSLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243 Enjoy our written content: https://www.box2boxnts.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Willem van Denderen. Lucas Herrington, Nestory Irankunda and Alessandro Circati headline the numerous Socceroos to have moved post-World Cup, with the former two making their club debuts over the weekend. Daniel Garb (10/Paramount+) returns to assess their moves; there has also been a quick managerial switch at Macarthur, and the Australia Cup is working towards its final stages.The Premier League also returned with Hull City and Brighton & Hove Albion the big winners. The BBC’s Chief Football Writer Phil McNulty on what went wrong at Aston Villa, Chelsea’s new era, and plenty more. Also on the agenda: Kevin Lamour departs FIFA as Infantino drums up support & more…Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTSLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243 Enjoy our written content: https://www.box2boxnts.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Box2Box, with Willem van Denderen & Will Hastie. In the week of Western United’s winding up in the Federal Court, South Melbourne Hellas indicated their desire to open formal talks with the APL over A-Leagues licences - and on Monday took a step forward as co-President Bill Papastergiadis held a discussion with Steve Rosich. Papastergiadis discusses why they club feel this time should be different, and their A-League & Asian ambitions.Then to Japan, where Mitch Duke & Tete Yengi are spearheading J1. League leaders Machida Zelvia among a number of Aussie threads in the early weeks of the season. The Asian Game’s Scott McIntyre returns with the ACL draw also upcoming - the Newcastle Jets to return to the continent after a long absence.Also on the agenda: Australia Cup ‘Cupset’ balance, U20 Asian Cup cycle to start again and Manchester City prepare for life without Rodri.Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTSLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243 Enjoy our written content: https://www.box2boxnts.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Willem van Denderen.Melbourne Victory have advanced to the quarter-finals of the Australia Cup with a win over Western Sydney, and now look a real chance to again challenge for their first men’s silverware since 2022. Director of Football John Didulica discusses the board’s decision to change managers, the appointment of Giovanni Savarese, and plenty more.Then to Italy, where an apologetic Roberto Mancini has returned to manage the national team he deserted three years ago amid chaotic circumstances. Adriano Del Monte returns with the Calcio in desperate need of re-routing; there’s also a Serie A preview, including a look at Cristian Volpato and Ale Circati.Also on the agenda: APL terminate Western United’s hibernation agreement, Socceroos’ seasons underway abroad and loads more!Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTSLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243 Enjoy our written content: https://www.box2boxnts.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Willem van Denderen...Gianni Infantino’s position as FIFA President looks increasingly untenable following a week where his floated plan to sell a portion of the World Cup to private investment was denounced emphatically by some confederations and many individual member nations. Simon Hill returns to pick through what’s been yet another seismic week, that feels to have acted only as a portent for bigger things still yet to come.Meanwhile, Chelsea’s hardline youth policy seems to have softened, with Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson among Xabi Alonso’s initial signings. The Athletic’s Liam Twomey considers whether a shift in attitude could bring a calming of the turbulent waters at Stamford Bridge.Also on the agenda: Lucas Herrington on verge of record-breaking Hull City move, Australia Cup draw promises further action & loads more…Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTSLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243 Enjoy our written content: https://www.box2boxnts.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Box2Box, with Willem van Denderen & Will Hastie!The A-Leagues seasons look set for commencement without a playing labour agreement in place, a fortnight on from the PFA announcing CBA discussions with the APL had reached exhaustion. PFA chief-executive Beau Busch returns. Beau also discusses the week’s saddening news, with much-loved Captain Socceroo Paul Wade going public with his probable CTE diagnosis.Meanwhile on the pitch, the Australia Cup has been electric. Three Cupsets within 24 hours saw Preston Lions, Sydney United and Lions FC progress at the expense of A-League opposition; 10/Paramount’s Erik Paartalu discusses the big picture topics at play in Australia’s best sporting competition.Also on the agenda: Infantino complaint outside IOC’s remit, Klopp underway at Germany, Australia Cup & Championship maturation. Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTSLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243 Enjoy our written content: https://www.box2boxnts.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spain are FIFA Men’s World Cup champions for the second time, defeating Argentina 1-0 in a fragmented and frustrated final frequently interspersed with the pomp and glamour expected of an American World Cup final. ESPN’s Joey Lynch spent the bulk of the tourmanent on the ground in North America; he joins us to reflect, and cast an eye towards the next Socceroos mission. We then look forward. The Sports Ambassador's Tracey Holmes joins us with the 2027 Women’s World Cup less than a year away, the Matildas having booked their tickets. What can we expect as FIFA head back into a nation where they hosted a tournament as recently as 2014, and left much to be desired?Also on the agenda: Brunswick Juventus hit four in the Australia Cup but Preston fans mar NPL weekend, Canberra United find a new backer, and plenty more… Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTSLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243  Enjoy our written content: https://www.box2boxnts.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Willem van DenderenThe Australia Cup returns this week, with nine debutants among the 32 sides set to contest the national stage. Lachie Flannigan (10/Paramount+) will be behind the mic as Rochdale Rovers meet Southern Districts Raiders on Tuesday evening, and throughout the competition; he joins Box2Box for the first time to preview its commencement.Then to the never-ending political and ethical machinations of FIFA and its tournaments. What impact has the White House’s intervention had on Gianni Infantino’s presidency stronghold? What of its increasingly fawning adulation of its superstars? The Times Chief Sports Reporter Martyn Ziegler returns to run the moral compass over a madcap administration in full flow.Also on the agenda: Bellingham, Tuchel, Embolo & Vozinha’s sea slug, and CBA negotiations break down between the APL & PFA.Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTSLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243 Enjoy our written content: https://www.box2boxnts.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Box2Box with Rob Gilbert, Derek Dyson and Willem van Denderen.The Socceroos and Japan this week fell at the Round of 32, which was disappointingly as far as any of the AFC’s nine representatives made it at the World Cup. The Asian Game’s Paul Williams returns to diagnose just why the ambitions of those in the confederation collectively fell so flat.The BBC’s Simon Stone then reviews England’s epic encounter with Mexico at the Azteca, which breathlessly rattled from incident to incident and ultimately saw the Three Lions escape the scene of their greatest torment with a famous victory.Also on the agenda: Ange Postecoglou to Al-Nassr, Sam Kerr to Gotham FC & reflections on the 48-team World Cup in practice. Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTSLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243 Enjoy our written content: https://www.box2boxnts.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.