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Join former A-Leagues and Socceroos defender Robbie Cornthwaite each week as he discusses the biggest talking points in Australian football with the biggest names in Australian football.
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Former A-Leagues and Socceroos defender Robbie Cornthwaite is joined by Australian football legends Luke Wilkshire & David Zdrilic ahead of the 2023 Isuzu UTE A-League Grand Final between Melbourne City & Central Coast Mariners on Saturday.
Wilkshire talks about the comparisons that can be made with the ‘golden generation’ of Socceroos from 2006 to the team we saw at the World Cup last year and how well placed the side is moving forward. He also talks about different coaching styles and the effectiveness on certain types of players, his tip for the Grand Final and reveals why he isn’t pulling on the boots for the legends 5-a-side game this Friday night.
Meanwhile, Zdrilic discusses the importance of nurturing young talent and how the Isuzu UTE A-League can be used in helping develop the next generation of Aussie stars. He also talks about his unique experiences coaching in both Italy and the US, the experience of watching the Socceroos at the World Cup last year from Italy and gives his ultimate 5-a-side team from players he has played with in his career.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former A-Leagues and Socceroos defender Robbie Cornthwaite is joined by a pair of A-Leagues legends in Josh Rose & Erik Paartalu as the build-up continues for the 2023 Isuzu UTE A-League Grand Final between Melbourne City & Central Coast Mariners.
Rose talks about just why Graham Arnold reached out to him as his first ever signing at the Central Coast Mariners and how the heartbreaking loss of the 2011 Grand Final helped spur them on to their success in 2013. He also discusses the strong community on the Central Coast that helps shape the team, how his son reacted to his move to Melbourne City with teammates Tim Cahill and Daniel Arzani and how Ange Postecoglou has helped him in his most recent footballing endeavour.
Meanwhile, Paartalu discusses working under Postecoglou, how he was able to turn the Brisbane Roar into such a dominant side in the early 2010s and how he always ended up sitting next to the boss on a plane when travelling. He also talks about his memories of scoring that epic goal in the 2011 Grand Final to send the game to penalties, his unique experiences playing in Asia and how he experienced Melbourne City transition from “the little brother” in Melbourne to the powerhouse it is today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A special episode of the Players Pod this week as guest host Daniel Garb puts the questions to regular host Robbie Cornthwaite and Central Coast Mariners legend Daniel McBreen ahead of this weekend's Semi Final second legs of the Isuzu UTE A-League finals.
Cornthwaite talks about the vibe in Adelaide at the moment around the Reds and whether the last five seasons can be seen as a success without winning a trophy. He also talks about how he put on a different persona when playing overseas compared to Australia, why McBreen was a ‘pest’ when he roomed with him and just how he is connected to Wrexham AFC.
Meanwhile, McBreen discusses how the Mariners have been able to turn around their fortunes over the last decade since their iconic Championship win and what it would mean to all of Gosford and the Central Coast to make it through to the Grand Final. He also talks about how tactics from a decade ago can still work in the modern game, what it was like playing up against Cornthwaite in the A-League and how he’ll celebrate this weekend if the Mariners win.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former A-Leagues and Socceroos defender Robbie Cornthwaite is joined by Adelaide United head coach Carl Veart and his assistant Damian Mori ahead of their massive Semi-Final clash against Central Coast this weekend.
Veart talks about the importance of being open in today's football landscape to help grow the game and the league and just why he might be the A-Leagues version of Ted Lasso. He also talks about helping Nestory Irankunda grow and keeping him "safe" as his stocks continue to rise in Australia.
Meanwhile, Mori discusses how important a role camaraderie plays at Adelaide United in helping them towards their form on and off the field and just how that is used each week. He also talks about the mindset of finals football as well as why one haircut at the Olympics in 1992 helped shape his friendship with Carl.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former A-Leagues and Socceroos defender Robbie Cornthwaite is joined by two Isuzu UTE A-League legends, Alex Brosque & Brendon Santalab, ahead of this week’s historic first ever Sydney Derby Final in a bumper edition of the Players Podcast.
Brosque talks about whether he genuinely hates the Wanderers and how playing up the passion between the two sides is important ahead of each Derby. He also talks about his best and worst Derby memories, which side that didn’t make the finals was his biggest disappointment of the season and whether he ended up getting Indiana dos Santos’ autograph after the Liberty A-League Grand Final on Sunday.
Meanwhile, Santalab discusses why this Derby is the biggest in the history of the Isuzu UTE A-League and the fireworks he expects to come from the game on Saturday. He also adds why two past derbies, in particular, him made him so emotional, his memories of playing with Brosque and why Andrew Redmayne may owe him royalties for the grey Wiggle persona that helped the Socceroos make the 2022 World Cup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Guest host Daniel Garb is joined by two of Melbourne City’s star imports Valon Berisha and Thomas Lam on a bumper edition of the Players Podcast, brought to you by Neds.
Berisha talks about the bromance between the pair and explains why Lam and his family have been so crucial to his time in Australia and his performances for Melbourne City. He also discusses City’s “championship mentality” and why going on to the pitch feeling like he’s the best player out there always helps him, his dream of playing for Kosovo and what it would mean to him to help them qualify for a major tournament. Plus, his experiences living with Erling Haaland!
Meanwhile, Lam discusses his adaptation to the Australian lifestyle and how has found living and playing in Australia, how he has relished the bromance between himself and Valon and how he considers him “family” since their time together at City. The Finland international also talks about his experiences at Euro 2020, how ground-breaking it was to qualify, his fun memories of hanging out and playing with “party animal” Nicklas Bentner and just what an A-Leagues double would mean to him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former A-Leagues and Socceroos defender Robbie Cornthwaite is joined by two of the Isuzu UTE A-League’s star imports, Morgan Schneiderlin and Oskar Zawada, ahead of this week’s massive clash between the Western Sydney Wanderers and Wellington Phoenix on the Players Podcast, brought to you by Neds.
Schneiderlin talks about fitting in at Western Sydney, how he's found playing in Australia and how it compares with some of Europe's biggest leagues. He also discusses how Marko Rudan compares to previous managers he has worked under, the feeling in the Wanderers room now they have locked in a finals position and just how highly he rates teammate Calem Nieuwenhof.
Meanwhile, Zawada discusses why moving to Wellington has seen this year become the best of his life both on and off the pitch. He also talks about working under Ufuk Talay and just how strong Giancarlo Italiano will be taking over from him, what the reaction has been like in his native Poland since he has come to the A-League as well as which rival player he would most like to play with at the Phoenix.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
KEEPUP's James Dodd is joined by two of the biggest stars in the Isuzu UTE A-League in Central Coast Mariners' Jason Cummings and Melbourne City’s Marco Tilio in a massive edition of the Players Pod, brought to you by Neds.
Cummings explains why he is the happiest he has ever been being in Australia and how he feels he has become a “proper Aussie” since arriving. He also talks about chasing Jamie Maclaren in the Golden Boot race and what target he set himself pre-season for goals scored, why he owes Nick Montgomery “the world” and why he is a bit mindful of returning to Scotland anytime soon.
Meanwhile, Tilio discusses how his former coach Patrick Kisnorbo continues to influence him personally since leaving Melbourne City earlier this season and how he has developed since arriving at the club. He also talks about his strong working relationship with Maclaren, the winning culture at City and how things continue to get stronger. Plus, why transferring at such a young age isn’t always the best decision for a footballer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former A-Leagues and Socceroos defender Robbie Cornthwaite is joined by two current stars of the Isuzu UTE A-League Zach Clough and Adam Le Fondre ahead of this week’s big clash between Adelaide United and Sydney FC on the Players Podcast, brought to you by Neds.
Clough talks about the current form of Adelaide and why the vibe in the locker room is that of a “Championship run”. He also talks about why chasing Melbourne City has become a focus, the mood from Nestory Irankunda since returning to the team from the Socceroos camp and how much his family and friends follow the Isuzu UTE A-League back in England.
Meanwhile, Le Fondre discusses the up and down form by Sydney this season and why not making the finals would be a “travesty” for the team. He also talks about his future in the competition, his memories of playing with Clough at Bolton as well as an incredible story about an all-time spray by former Bolton coach Neil Lennon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
KEEPUP's James Dodd is joined by a pair of former Socceroos in Adelaide United goalkeeping coach Eugene Galekovic and Western United defender Nikolai Topor-Stanley for a special edition of the Players Pod.
Galekovic talks us through the rise of the new Socceroos keeper Joe Gauci, detailing more about the cool-headed Adelaide custodian and why the 22-year old has all the characteristics needed to become a future number one for the national team. He also discusses the Reds' 10-match unbeaten run in the Isuzu UTE A-League heading into their blockbuster clash with the Wanderers on Friday night.
Meanwhile, Topor-Stanley gives his take on what's gone wrong for the reigning A-League champions this season as they battle to secure a finals spot. He labels this weekend's clash between Sydney FC and Western United as a 'must win' encounter and provides a fascinating insight into the rise of young Socceroo Noah Botic, detailing just how far he believes the 21-year old can go.
PLUS - Both men give their take on the Socceroos' clashes against Ecuador and take a trip down memory lane, reliving Adelaide's 2-1 win over the Wanderers from the 2014/15 season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former A-Leagues and Socceroos defender Robbie Cornthwaite is joined by former Socceroos Mark Milligan and Richard Garcia in an International special of The Players Pod.
Milligan talks about the strong emergence of youth in Australia at the moment and how players such as Nestory Irankunda can use the friendlies against Ecuador this weekend as a perfect learning environment. He also discusses Craig Goodwin’s stellar form and how the A-League deserves more credit for producing top flight footballers.
Meanwhile, Garcia talks about the impact of other youth talent such as Jordan Bos and Riley McGree and why he isn’t surprised at the impact they are making on the football world. He also talks about whether he may join good friend Michael Carrick at Middlesbrough in the future and what he thinks Perth Glory needs to do to return to the top of the Isuzu UTE A-League.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former A-Leagues and Socceroos defender Robbie Cornthwaite is joined by Sydney FC captain Alex Wilkinson & Western Sydney Wanderers keeper Lawrence Thomas in a Sydney Derby special of The Players Pod.
Wilkinson talks about why he believes the Sydney Derby is unlike any other sporting event in Australia and why experiencing it in person is something every football fan should experience. He also talks about why he is proud to be one of the few remaining NSL players left in the A-Leagues and just what is in store for him when he decides to hang up his boots.
Meanwhile, Thomas discusses just what the fans told him when he first arrived at the Wanderers and what it means to him to be playing for a side in an area where he grew up. He also talks about his excitement for his roommate Brandon Borrello being picked for the Socceroos, his unique experiences playing in Denmark and what brought him home.
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Former A-Leagues and Socceroos defender Robbie Cornthwaite is joined by Wellington Phoenix captain Alex Rufer & Isuzu UTE A-League legend Paul Ifill in the latest episode of The Players Pod.
Alex talks about the importance of keeping a “fortress” in New Zealand for the Phoenix and how the current team is building towards a strong end to the season. He also talks about overcoming early injuries in his career and how his famous surname has impacted his journey in the A-Leagues.
Meanwhile, Paul discusses his unique history in the A-Leagues including just how he ended up playing on this side of the world and which other A-Leagues club he very nearly ended up at. He also talks about how the passion of football in New Zealand could lead to some more A-Leagues teams in the future as well as playing with Tim Cahill and why he believes he was the best in the world when it comes to one aspect of his game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former A-Leagues and Socceroos defender Robbie Cornthwaite is joined by former Perth Glory legends Damian Mori & Bobby Despotovski in a special edition of The Players Pod.
Damian talks about his iconic career through the NSL and how he compares players from the previous domestic league to the A-League today. He also discusses if he thinks Jamie Maclaren will ever break his Australian domestic scoring record and why he believes he is in a ‘dying breed’ of players in the modern game, as well as if we may see him suit up as the next Brisbane Roar coach.
Meanwhile, Bobby discusses his journey through Perth Glory in both the NSL and A-League and how he saw the transition from each competition. He also talks about working with Sam Kerr during her days in the A-League and how a simple decision during his coaching days with her may have helped her towards her global dominance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former A-Leagues and Socceroos defender Robbie Cornthwaite is joined by former Newcastle Jet Andy Brennan and current A-Leagues stars Angie Beard, Craig Goodwin & Josh Brillante in a bumper Pride Celebration edition of The Players Pod.
Andy & Angie talk about what it means to them to see a Pride Celebration being introduced into the A-Leagues and how important it is for education around sexuality in football and beyond. They also both discuss their own experiences with sexuality and football and how it has helped shaped them as both people and athletes.
Meanwhile, Craig & Josh talk about their roles as captains in the Pride Celebration and why they are excited for the first ever men’s Pride Cup. They also discuss how big the Original Rivalry is for their respective teams and why this weekend’s edition has so much riding on it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former A-Leagues and Socceroos defender Robbie Cornthwaite is joined by former A-Leagues stars Archie Thompson & Gui Finkler for a special ‘bromance’ episode of The Players Pod.
Archie talks about his love for Gui and just what mischief the pair used to get up to at Melbourne Victory. He also talks about that iconic 2014-15 Victory side and where it ranks amongst the other Victory sides he played in, what the current Victory side needs to do to turn things around and why working in the media has allowed him to “find himself”.
Meanwhile Gui talks his love for Archie and just why he was so keen to join this episode. He also talks about why playing in Australia was one of the best times in his football career, whether he preferred the coaching style of Kevin Muscat or Ange Postecoglou and why we might be seeing him back on Aussie shores soon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former A-Leagues and Socceroos defender Robbie Cornthwaite is joined by Sydney FC stars Madison Haley & Sarah Hunter for episode 14 of The Players Pod.
Haley talks about how growing up in a household with a sporting legend helped her develop into the player she is today as well as how it brought her some incredibly unique childhood memories. She also discusses how she has found playing in Australia and how the US are shaping up ahead of the World Cup later this year.
Meanwhile Hunter discusses her competitive drive that has helped her overcome several obstacles throughout her career and how she is able to use that on the pitch. She also discusses her experiences playing for Australia at the U-20 World Cup in Costa Rica in 2022 and her hopes for playing more International football in the future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former A-Leagues and Socceroos defender Robbie Cornthwaite is joined by Sydney FC goalkeeper Andrew Redmayne & Central Coast Mariners goalkeeper Danny Vukovic for episode 13 of The Players Pod.
Redmayne chats about how important Graham Arnold has been to his career and why he may have hung up the gloves a long time ago if it wasn’t for his relationship with the newly re-signed national coach. He also talks about how his life has changed since his heroics against Peru that helped the Socceroos qualify for the World Cup last year and how important team unity is amongst the goalkeepers on the national side.
Meanwhile Vukovic discusses why he believes he was the right choice for the Socceroos in Qatar over Mitch Langerak and how he dealt with the negativity that came from the controversy over that decision. He also talks about the similarities between Mariners coach Nick Montgomery and Graham Arnold and why he believes the Mariners have gone from being a club nobody wanted to play at to now being a destination club for players.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former A-Leagues and Socceroos defender Robbie Cornthwaite is joined by former A-Leagues stars Labi Haliti & Danny McBreen for a massive episode 12 of The Players Pod.
Haliti chats about the ups & downs of the Wanderers first season in the A-League a decade on and the emotions of playing in that memorable Grand Final against the Mariners. He also discusses the pride & passion the side brings to Western Sydney and how he feels they are placed heading into the remainder of the season.
Meanwhile McBreen discusses how previous Grand Final disappointment helped the Mariners to their maiden championship ten years ago and how he sees similarities in that team to the current Mariners squad. He also chats about how Matt Ryan taking a penalty led to him getting an epic spray from Graham Arnold and just why so many of that 2013 Mariners team have gone on to further success in all avenues of football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former A-Leagues and Socceroos defender Robbie Cornthwaite is joined by Brisbane Roar defender Jack Hingert and former A-Leagues midfielder Stefan Mauk for episode 11 of The Players Pod.
Hingert reflects on his recent 250th game milestone in the A-League and talks up his most memorable moments and how his career nearly ended up completely differently and in different club colours. He also discusses how his unique business idea came about and the recent form of the Roar.
Meanwhile Mauk chats about how he has adapted to the different playing style in Japan and how it, and the training schedules, compares to playing in Australia. He also discusses his own unique business idea and his take on the recent move of Mitch Duke.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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