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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, Serie A and the Bundesliga.
Box2Box features a line-up of experts who are famous for their hard-hitting opinions and each week we’ll chat current and former players along with some of the most authoritative journalists. The show digs deep into the politics and business of the world game providing insight and analysis fleshing out football's biggest issues.
Box2Box is a partnership between Gilbert Media and Australia’s Football Fan Network, the Green & Gold Army.
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Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert, Michael Edgley and Willem van Denderen.Western United’s future continues to look exceptionally bleak, with forty-four players across men’s and women’s senior sides facing the prospect of being without a club when the season kicks off next month. PFA chief-executive Beau Busch returns at a very trying time for a section of their constituency.Then to England, where Thomas Tuchel must begin to produce results if the Three Lions are to qualify for the World Cup. The BBC’s Phil McNulty casts his expert eye over the squad, and the key issues from the Premier League as the transfer window prepares to close.Also on the agenda: Heidelberg and Newcastle reach the Australia Cup final, Tony Popovic names an exciting squad for the soccer Ashes, and Wellington are excluded from the OFC’s new league.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 Michael Edgley, Joey Lynch and Willem van Denderen!New Zealand’s A-League clubs met contrasting fortunes in the Australia Cup this week, with Auckland FC progressing on penalties while Wellington crashed out to a 4-0 defeat. Jason Pine (Sky Sports NZ) returns with the outlook for their respective campaigns looking decidedly different, and to cover off on Bev Preistman’s appointment to the Phoenix’s women’s job.Then to Italy, where the Serie A kicked off on the weekend with Napoli looking favourite to retain the Scudetto, with a raft of clubs at the start of new projects. Adriano Del Monte returns for a season preview, and a word on the Azzurri - who look destined to go the long way round if they’re to return to the FIFA World Cup.Also on the agenda: Western United watch continues, Everton move into their new home and the Olyroos & Socceroos prepare for camp.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 & Michael Edgley!Heidelberg further entrenched themselves in Australia Cup history with last week’s 3-0 win over Western Sydney, and face Wellington for a place in the semi-finals on Tuesday. Manager John Anastasiadis returns with the Bergers amidst extraordinary fixture congestion, but making the most of the opportunities available to them on multiple fronts.Sunderland bucked recent trend in celebrating their return to the Premier League with a thumping win, 3-0 over West Ham. The Guardian’s Jonathan Wilson, supporter of the club and product of the city, returns to assess what their return to the top flight says about the socio-economic growth, and swelling ambitions of the community.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 & Willem van Denderen! Western United’s future lies solely in their ability to successfully appeal Football Australia’s decision to strip them of their A-Leagues license. Veteran football reporter Michael Lynch returns to reflect on the never-wholly satisfying history of the club, and whether the doors will really close this month.The Premier League kicks off this weekend, and there are none better than the esteemed Henry Winter to preview the season. Liverpool, Arsenal and Chelsea are all expected to threaten, while the creeping Americanisation of public-facing foreign investment stands as an off-field point of interest.Also on the agenda: Sydney FC fans disgrace themselves at the Australia Cup, Mark Schwarzer honoured by Sport Australia, and vale to Palestine’s legendary striker, Suleiman al Obeid.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/No Stoppage Time this week - please join us for the main show once again, next Monday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley!Olympic Kingsway pulled off this year's first Australia Cupset at the expense of Melbourne Victory last week, and competition-record goalscorer Liam Boland was front and centre with a brace off the bench. Nearing the end of his esteemed semi-professional career, Liam is forthright in his assessment of the disconnect between pro and semi-pro clubs in the country.Then to England, where the Championship kicks off this weekend with the usual bevy of clubs in contention, crisis and confusion. The Athletic's Nancy Frostick returns to make sense of Hollywood investment, parachute payments and Wednesday's woe.Also on the agenda: Wellington appoint Bev Preistman, Son departs Spurs & 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/No Stoppage Time this week - please join us for the main show once again, next Monday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert Michael Edgley!The Australian Championship remains slated for its long-awaited October kick-off, although Sunday’s announcement by Football Australia that they’ve been unable to find additional suitable clubs to join the inaugural eight has seen frustration return. South Melbourne chairman Bill Papastergiadis joins Michael and Willem van Denderen to discuss what feels like a significant setback.Meanwhile, storylines aplenty on the agenda in Germany, including Jackson Irvine’s solidarity with Palestine and Nestory Irankunda’s Bayern Munich sale. The Athletic’s authority on the German game, Kit Holden, covers off on all the big talking points.Also on the agenda: England retain the Women’s Euros, FIFA and FIFPRO remain at odds, Cooks Hill United write Australia Cup headlines 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/No Stoppage Time this week - please join us for the main show once again, next Monday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: Melbourne Victory Director of Football John Didulica joins the show for an in-depth discussion on both the club, and the broader state of Australian football. A former player, long-time administrator and one-time author, there are few more distinguished voices in the Australian game.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/& Join us for the main show on Monday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Box2Box, with Michael Edgley and Willem van Denderen!The Socceroos qualified for the 2026 World Cup in efficient style, and now Tony Popovic has the better part of a year on his hands to best prepare the side. Daniel Garb was part of last week’s extensive private media briefing, and returns with Nestory Irankunda among numerous key topics.The Australia Cup is also back for 2025, with NSW’ Northern Tigers among six first time qualifiers. CEO Kevin Roberts joins the show for the first time ahead of Wednesday’s Round of 32 clash with Sydney United 58.Also on the agenda: drama from the penalty spot at the Women’s Euros, Football Australia ticks off its own refereeing standards, Marcus Rashford moves to Barcelona, 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/… & Join us for Stoppage Time on Wednesday, with Melbourne Victory Director of Football, John Didulica!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Socceroos have recently qualified for the 2026 World Cup, without any of the stress of intercontinental playoffs or penalty shootouts. In this week's archive episode we head back to June 16, 2022, and catch up with integral midfielder Jackson Irvine, and Australian youth development doyen Ron Smith, in the days after their heroic shootout win over Peru. 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/& Join us for the main show on Monday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley!Wrexham are on their tour of Australia and New Zealand, and pulling some significant crowds. The Sydney Morning Herald’s Vince Rugari assesses what’s in it for us, where to next for Wrexham as they continue their climb up the English pyramid.Separately, Vince considers the near futures of the Matildas, and Ange Postecoglou.Then to Switzerland, where the big sides remain at the pointy end of the Women’s Euros. The Athletic’s Cerys Jones runs her eye over England’s resurrection, France’s bona fides, and frailties of Norway.Also on the agenda: Chelsea win the Club World Cup as Donald Trump retains centre stage, Australia Cup Round of 32 preview, 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.
From the Box2Box Archive: Following our chat with Sebastian Hassett in Stoppage Time, take a listen back to our tribute to Mike Cockerill, a titan of Australian football journalism, following his passing aged just 56 following a long battle with cancer, in 2017. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: In recognition of our 500th episode, Rob & Edge catch up with former senior football writer with The Sydney Morning Herald, Sebastian Hassett. A guest on the show's pilot episode in April 2015, Seb reflects on the decade that's been as his journey in football has changed significantly, and remembers his friend and former colleague, the late Mike Cockerill. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Box2Box Episode 500, with Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley!Australian football legend John Kosmina was our inaugural guest in 2015, and returns to reflect on the decade that’s been for the A-League & Socceroos, in both of which he left a significant legacy.The Sports Ambassador Podcast’s Tracey Holmes has consistently proven the point of reason when it comes to football administration over the show’s decade, and now casts an eye towards next year’s World Cup.Martin Tyler, the voice who has soundtracked each episode, also returns to reflect on some of his finest commentary that has stood the test of time.Finally, a fond farewell from Derek Dyson, who has made an immense contribution to the show, calling out administrators, Spurs fans, and lamenting the near misses of his beloved Gunners, over the past six years.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/… & Join us for Stoppage Time on Wednesday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: Derek ties up some ST loose ends regarding Crystal Palace, Lyon & Sampdoria, football's financial order restores itself in the Club World Cup, and Western United's financial woes continue!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/… & join us for the main show on Monday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley!The Matildas’ new era has commenced, with Joe Montemurro overseeing a win and a draw against Slovenia in a pair of friendlies in Perth last week. The next assignment comes quickly, in this week’s dual fixtures against Panama: Network 10 caller Teo Pellizzeri covers the Australian women’s game as closely as anyone, and returns with a keen eye towards the matches.The next stop on Wrexham’s Hollywood roadshow is Australia and New Zealand, with three friendlies against A-League opposition booked from mid-July.. Not a global powerhouse, but certainly a novelty of interest to many; The BBC’s Dafydd Pritchard runs the rule over what to expect from a club that has ridden a steep incline..Also on the agenda: Western United's future still uncertain, Noah Botic heads abroad, and the Club World Cup sharpens towards the closing stages. 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/… & Join us for Stoppage Time on Wednesday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: Manchester United ticket prices in focus, Club World Cup lessons to be heeded ahead of next year's international men's edition, and what next for Chelsea's Mykhailo Mudryk?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/… & Join us for the main show on Monday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley! Joe Montemurro has named a new-look squad for his first matches as Matildas boss, with the first against Slovenia in Perth on Thursday. Joey Lynch (The Guardian, ESPN) returns for a look at some of the major storylines facing the new manager, ahead of a huge eighteen months for the side.Then to the United States, which is presently the centre of world football’s attention with the Club World Cup and CONCACAF Gold Cup in full swing, and a Men’s World Cup on the horizon. Jonathan Tannenwald (The Philadelphia Enquirer) joins Rob and Derek Dyson amid a shifting political climate that is adding a significant degree for supporters around the world.Also on the agenda: A war of words at Adelaide United, Sampdoria on the verge of a great escape, 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/… & Join us for Stoppage Time on Wednesday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: FIFA release their eye-watering financial projections for the 2026 Men’s World Cup, South Melbourne & Preston contest ‘The Big Show 2’ as George Vasilopolous ends his silence, and Jonathan Liew’s attack on Ange Postecoglou.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/… & Join us for the main show on Monday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Box2Box, with Willem van Denderen and Michael Edgley! The Socceroos are headed to a seventh World Cup after sealing automatic qualification for just the third time through the AFC. The Asian Game’s Paul Williams returns to put the achievement in perspective; also on the table is Palestine’s contentious exit, Uzbekistan’s success, and more.Meanwhile, times are tough early for England under Thomas Tuchel. The BBC’s Chief football writer Phil McNulty joins Willem and Derek Dyson after a 3-1 friendly loss to Senegal, to ponder whether they’ve regressed since the Southgate era.Also on the agenda: FIFA’s Club World Cup kicks off, Greenland locked out of UEFA 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/… & Join us for Stoppage Time on Wednesday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on the Stoppage Time agenda: a preview of contenders and dark horses as the revamped Club World Cup waits at the starting gate, some welcome good news for the embattled Oldham Athletic, Perth Glory signal their intent in the transfer market, and plenty more…Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTSLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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