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Welcome to Football Friends with Ben & Stef!
Join Sydney FC's Ben Garuccio, and former Adelaide United captain, Stefan Mauk, as they chat about their personal stories, keep you across the biggest news coming out of Australian football, and give you an insight into the world of Australian Football like you've never seen before.
Episodes uploaded weekly, ready for your Wednesday morning commute.
Season Three of Football Friends, produced by Round Ball Australia.
Join Sydney FC's Ben Garuccio, and former Adelaide United captain, Stefan Mauk, as they chat about their personal stories, keep you across the biggest news coming out of Australian football, and give you an insight into the world of Australian Football like you've never seen before.
Episodes uploaded weekly, ready for your Wednesday morning commute.
Season Three of Football Friends, produced by Round Ball Australia.
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Golf or football? The boys take inspiration from Gareth Bale this week as they discuss how to best balance professional football with life's other interests.Podcast produced by @RoundBallAus
Join the Football Friends as Stef prepares to take on Harry Kewell in the Vietnam League later this weekend, while Ben's Sydney FC get another tight 1-0 win to keep the hunt alive for the A-League Premiership!Podcast produced by @RoundBallAus Photo: Leeds
Stef's Cong An Hanoi had to pick themselves up this week after a disappointing exit in the Champions League Two last time out, but it was almost a disaster after a Stevie G-esq slip nearly cost them the match.Ben meanwhile is on his way to Wellington to take on the Phoenix right after the departure of Giancarlo Italiano.Podcast produced by @RoundBallAus Photo: V1
It's been quite a dramatic week for the boys...Stef found out after playing in the Champions League Two Round of 16 that he should have been suspended for yellow card accumulation, turning a 4-0 win into a 3-0 loss ahead of the second leg this week. Meanwhile Ben's Sky Blues were dealt another frustrating defeat in the A-League.Podcast produced by @RoundBallAus .Photo: Cong An Hanoi
The Football Friends are back as the Australian transfer deadline day hits, and Ben is very happy about the signing of Apostolos Stamatelopoulos! Stef meanwhile is worried about his spot after Cong An's 2nd XI took down their upcoming opponents in the ACL2!Podcast produced by @RoundBallAus .Photo: Sydney FC - X
Join Ben and Stef for another episode of Football Friends, taking you inside the mind of pros plying their trade in Australian football and beyond.Podcast produced by @RoundBallAus .Photo: Paramount +
Yep, they've seen it...In this episode of Football Friends, Ben and Stef discuss the latest happenings in the A-League, including injuries, team performances, and the impact of new signings. They delve into Juan Mata's performance for Melbourne Victory in the Big Blue and the box office Newcastle Jets. The conversation also touches on the thrilling match between Adelaide and Brisbane, the inconsistencies of Melbourne City, and the influx of Australian players returning from overseas as they prepare for the World Cup.Podcast produced by @RoundBallAus .Photo: Marcus Robertson / Round Ball Australia.
The Football Friends are back for another episode of all things Australian football.Podcast produced by @RoundBallAus
The Football Friends for another jam-packed episode to kick on with 2026!Fresh off the news that the Central Coast Mariners have given operation control to the APL, Stef ponders how a members ownership model could work in the A-League.Ben reacts to the news that Western United have paid off their $15.5m tax debt, the latest news from the A-League, The Olyroos at the U23 World Cup and the future of player agents in football.Podcast produced by Round Ball Australia.
Ben and Stef are back for the first episode of Football Friends in 2026!Stef's just returned to training after his mid-season break over in Bali with his family, while Sydney's postponement against Auckland gave Ben a little rest over Christmas as well.The guys talk Brisbane Roar's dramatic week over in Gosford and Redcliffe, all the latest A-League news and go inside the mind of a pro to discuss how games of football change after red cards, and what it takes to hang on to a lead when you're down a player.Podcast produced by Round Ball Australia.
Join Ben and Stef for another episode of Football Friends! On this episode, the boys talk about the importance of player development and coaching in the A-League. They explore the dynamics of team performance, crowd engagement, and the need for investment in A-League clubs to enhance the overall experience for fans and players alike. The conversation also touches on the competitiveness of the league and the significance of tactical understanding and individual player improvement in Australian football.Podcast produced by Round Ball Australia.
In this episode of Football Friends, Ben and Stefan discuss Ben's recent debut for Sydney FC and the dynamics of the Sydney and Melbourne derbies. They reflect on the inaugural Aus Championship, the potential for promotion and relegation in Australian football, and the impact of coaching changes in the A-League. The conversation also touches on the Socceroos' World Cup draw and their chances in North America 2026!Podcast produced by Round Ball Australia.Chapters00:00 Ben's Debut and the Sydney Derby08:30 Reflections on the Aus Championship14:00 Promotion and Relegation in Australian Football18:55 A-League Press Conferences34:49 Socceroos World Cup Draw and Expectations38:07 The State of Liverpool and Premier League Challenges
Ben and Stef are back for another episode of the Football Friends podcast - now featuring a stable internet connection! The boys chat about their last few weeks of football and then run their eyes over all the biggest stories from the first couple of weeks in the A-League.This podcast is produced by Round Ball Australia.
As Big Ange famously said - season three is always better than season two!But unlike Big Ange, Ben and Stef are actually back, ready to go around again on another season of the Football Friends podcast - this year, supported by Round Ball Australia.On this episode, the boys chat about the first round of the Australian Championship and the start of the upcoming A-League season.
The 24/25 A-League Men regular season has officially wrapped - and what a finish it was! Adelaide United just scraped into the finals, and the boys break down every team’s season in detail. From surprise packages to underwhelming campaigns, they leave no club unanalysed.We also look ahead to the finals series kicking off this weekend - including a massive Football Friends Derby to set the tone! The boys make some bold predictions for the finals series including who they think will make it all the way to the Grand Final.
Round 23 of the A-Leagues was one for the history books—33 goals in one weekend, the highest-scoring round ever! We break down all the action, including that wild 4-5 thriller between Adelaide and Macarthur, Wanderers' comeback against Victory, and Brisbane's much-needed win over Perth.We also chat about Newcastle's solid form, a gritty Auckland performance, and the Young Socceroos' U20 Asian Cup triumph—what a moment for Aussie football! Plus, EA FC's FUT Birthday promo is here, so we put the boys to the test with a quiz on player ages.Tap in for all that and more, including our rolling Team of the Year updates! 🎧⚽
Round 22 delivered plenty of action—City’s winning streak continues, Western United put four past Wellington, and Victory made a statement against the Mariners. We break down all the key moments, big calls, and standout performances.Plus, we chat FUT Birthday in EA FC, catch up with the Young Socceroos fresh off their U20 Asian Cup win, and update our rolling Team of the Year.
Round 21 of the A-Leagues had a bit of everything—thrillers, late goals, and some controversial calls! We break down all the action, starting with Melbourne City's solid win over Wellington as Marco Tilio finds form at the right time. Western United put in a shift to take down the Mariners, with subs making a huge impact. Adelaide and Auckland shared an eight-goal spectacle, while Brisbane stunned Victory with a dominant first half. Plus, Sydney got back to winning ways, with Douglas Costa putting on a show. Tune in for all the highlights, reactions, and a few hot takes!
Round 20 of the A-Leagues had everything—thrashings, penalties, controversy, and a Melbourne Derby that delivered. Auckland dominated Wellington in the Kiwi Classico, Newcastle made it three wins in a row, and Western Sydney put four past the Mariners. Victory and City battled it out in an end-to-end derby, while Perth and Sydney played out a scoreless draw despite plenty of chances. Plus, we break down the key moments from every game, including VAR decisions, top goals, and standout performances.Tune in for all the highlights, hot takes, and talking points from another big week of A-Leagues action!
Ben and Stef are back to dissect another wild week in the A-Leagues! From controversial referee decisions to last-minute winners, they break down all the key moments that had fans talking. Who’s been the standout performer of the round? Which teams are flying under the radar, and who’s in serious trouble?The boys also make some bold predictions for the rest of the season—will they age like fine wine or backfire spectacularly? Plus, plenty of banter, debates, and classic Football Friends energy.Tune in now and join the conversation! 🎧⚽
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Great content... however, is there any chance the swearing can be cut out? My 12 year old son likes to listen to the podcast, and the swearing is an issue. You just don't need it.