The World Football Programme

The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday, 29 November 2025.The World Football Team are (almost) all in the studio this Saturday for our final show of 2025. We say a big thanks and Merry Christmas to Hugh Best who will be listening from afar, our listeners and partners, WA Futsal and Gate and Fence Hardware WA.In studio is Penny Tanner Hoath, Peter Szkiela, Sean Kelly, Dave Kindness, Jim Webb and Murray Stevens. Watch out for the usual Christmas cheer in the post show photos.In a very relaxed but chockers show this week the team will bring you all the local and global football banter with two very special guests and women’s football ambassadors, Ann Odong and Annie (Farrell) Leyland. Ann Odong is doing what she does best, championing women as a FIFA Media Officer for the Afghanistan Women’s Refugee Team. Annie Farrell is the new NPLW Coach at Sorrento FC and juggles everything football with the best possible support team, in Futsal WA Coaching Director and husband, Greg Farrell.Thanks to all of our listeners, members and partners for joining us again in 2025 and downloading our podcasts! You are awesome! Follow us on our socials- website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.Some stackable stats:Parent: Radio Fremantle 107.9fm Year of origin: 1987Show quantity: 1560 episodes Season number in 2026: 40!Longest running partner: Futsal WADigital presence: website, podcast, Facebook, Instagram, managed by the football fantastic Templeman family and World Football team.External websites hosted by the team:ALeagueStats.com WomenSoccer.com.au.Year where we’ve had the most Team Members in the studio: 2025 -Penny, Hugh, Pete, Sean, Dave, Jim, Murray and PhilShow achievements: Longest running soccer radio show in Australia Host achievements: Australian representation Matildas squad, Subbuteo, Walkaroos (there’s more but it wouldn’t fit here)Fantastic guests in 2025: Hayley Roach (Lost Lioness), Tom Sermanni (Matildas), Robbie Thomson (Channel 10), Miranda...

The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday, 22 November 2025.The World Football Team are Murray Stevens and Penny Tanner.The guest list for this week is:Robbie Thomson, A-Leagues commentator for Paramount, channel 10 & host of the popular A-League Off Air Podcast. We chat to Robbie about the Socceroos recent friendlies & cast our eyes towards the A-Leagues.Gareth Morgan, Perth Glory media manager. We discuss the latest Perth Glory news and preview the Men's and Women's fixtures this weekend.Lachie Avil, Founder, writer & host of Round Ball Australia podcast and website. We chat all things Australian Football, A-Leagues, Socceroos & Matildas.Sami Ryan, Football South West. We chat to Sam about the formation of Football South West & how they plan to work together with clubs to improve football in the South West region of WA.Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2025! Follow us on our socials- website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday November 15, 2025.The World Football Team this Saturday is Hugh Best and Penny Tanner.The guest list for this Saturday is -Sam Riachi, President Soccer South West. There’s moves to bring the whole of South West football under the one banner. Sam explores the challenges with the journey and where football in the South West sits in the Western Australian landscape.Hayley Roach. The Lost Lioness talks football from afar. WSL, Matildas abroad and Champions League highlights. Maybe some comments on the new Canadian Women’s League and how the WWC2023 effect in Australia seems to have petered out regards visibility of our own domestic competition?Dave Winkless, Perth Glory Shed Supporters Club President. What’s the news for the men’s and women’s teams - how about the women’s team sitting in the top four?Pen and Hugh bring you up to speed with all other things football- international break (Australia play Colombia), the local African Cup is into quarter finals at Inglewood Stadium, the Football Hall of Fame Western Australia British Media play the Australian media Monday for the Ashes at Ashfield, the state men’s Amateur team is in Malaysia wrapping up their tour (is that one of the famous Marocchi clan in the team). Have you completed the State Football Centre survey? Lots happening!Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2025! Follow us on our socials- website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday, 8 November 2025.The World Football Team are Murray Stevens and Jim Webb.The guest list for this Saturday is:Teo Pellizzeri, A-Leagues commentator for Paramount & Channel 10. We chat to Teo about the Men's and Women's A-Leagues campaigns.Tommy Doleman, A-Leagues commentator for SportFM & Football West football. We discuss the latest Perth Glory news and analysis of Friday night's games.Rocco Maio, Bayswater City. Fresh off the plane we chat to Rocco about Bayswater's stunning run in the Australian Championship and preview their upcoming game vs Metrostars on Sunday.Grace Johnston, Perth Glory women's star. We chat to Grace about the opening 2 rounds of the season. And look forward to the next round.Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2025! Follow us on our socials- website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday November 1, 2025.The World Football Team this Saturday is Penny Tanner and Peter Szkiela.The guest list for this Saturday is -The Farrell Family, Futsal WA and Sorrento FC. It’s trial city amongst NPLW and First Division clubs alike across Perth at present as coaches vie for the best players to build their foundations for 2026. A lot of players combine small-sided football in the Futsal WA competitions with 11 a side for skill development and fitness.Wayne Nurse, Regional Referee. Wayne is located in the South West and does his fair share of travel to referee across the region including Albany to Bunbury and Perth. Robbie Thomson, Paramount and Network 10 match commentator. Bottom of the table Perth Glory face second last placed Melbourne Victory Friday night in Perth. Glory is once again looking for a new coach and a winning direction.Tom Sermanni, Western Sydney Wanderers Technical Advisor, Women’s Football. A-League Women WSW match up for round 1 against Perth Glory. Tom joins us on the phone in the wee hours from Scotland to banter football.Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2025! Follow us on our socials- website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday, October 25.The World Football Team are Murray Stevens and Phil Kelly.The guest list for Saturday is:Anthony Radich, Perth Glory CEO. We chat to Anthony about the start of the Men's and Women's A-Leagues campaigns and put your listeners questions to air.Neil Bennett, A-Leagues writer for the full 90 & women's football expert. We discuss the latest A-Leagues news and preview the rapidly approaching season.Blayne Treadgold, The Far Post Perth. We chat to Blayne about men's A-Leagues news, the Australian Championship & Football Supporters Association Australia stance on the upcoming AC Milan v Como Seria A clash in Perth.We review all the latest news & results in the world of football.Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2025! Follow us on our socials- website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday, 18 October 2025.The World Football Team this Saturday is Sean Kelly and Peter Szkiela.The guest list for this Saturday is-Richard Paveley, AWFA. Richard talks to us about the Walking game in WA, Asia, and the World.Kim Hawkins, PGFRG Chair. Deputy chair FSSA. With the Glory season starting this weekend, what is in store for the fans?Ethan Rigg, Sports Journalist. Ethan joins us to talk about the Australian Championship, and the World cup qualifiersRocco Maio, Bayswater City Vice President. With Baysie representing the State in the very first Australian Championship we ask what it means for the club, what are the added pressures on and off the park. With their first home fixture on Sunday what can the fans of WA football expect?We dissect the Socceroos squad and what we can expect under Poppa’s youthful team.Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2025! Follow us on our socials- website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday October 11, 2025.The World Football Team this Saturday is Penny Tanner and Jim Webb.The guest list for this Saturday is -Grace Gill, Network 10 and Paramount Match Commentator. The A-League kicks off later this month, and Sam is back for the upcoming Matildas Match in the October International window. Which Australian players are making news globally?Selina Kiddle, Geraldton Junior Soccer Association President. Country Week wrap and growth in the Geraldton region. Football West awards are underway. Jim and Pen bring you all the news so far. The Challenge Cup is in happening in October 19. We reveal the training squad.Lachlan Avil, Round Ball Australia. Lachie and his pod team are keen fans of Australian football. Catch it on your favourite platform. The agenda includes Australia Cup winners Newcastle’s 3-1 win over non A-League club side Heidelberg and show us that a lot of history and support can provide some great football stories.The Australian Championship round one kicks off this weekend with Perth representative Bayswater City making their way east as we go to air.We dissect the Socceroos squad and what we can expect under Poppa’s youthful team.Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2025! Follow us on our socials- website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday, October 4, 2025.The World Football Team are Murray Stevens and Peter Szkiela.The guest list for Saturday is:Kelechi Osunwa, The Perth Football Podcast Host & producer to discuss all the latest news across West Australian Football & review our tips from preseason. Robbie Thompson, A-Leagues commentator for Ch10 and Paramount +. We discuss the latest A-Leagues news and preview the rapidly approaching season.Blayne Treadgold, The Far Post Perth. We chat to Blayne about men's and women's A-Leagues news & the Australian Championship.Gareth Morgan, Perth Glory Media manager. We talk to Gareth about the clubs pre season tour of the South West, new kits & see how things are progressing as we approach Season 20 of the A-League. Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2025! Follow us on our socials- website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday September 27, 2025.The World Football Team this Saturday is Sean and Phil Kelly.The guest list for this Saturday is-Greg Farrell, Futsal WA, Station sponsor. We talk to Greg about latest from planet Futsal where every day is a perfect day for futsal.Patrick Clancy, President, Football Supporters Association Australia. With a brief to provide a voice and representation for supporters Patrick leads a team of dedicated volunteers, we will ask "are we being heard?".Connor Rae, Ashfield Sports Club. Connor has been doing a power of work behind the scenes at Ashfield; it's about time some outed him and asked What do you actually do and what have you achieved?Phil Kelly, State League Standing Committee Chair. With the SL2 promotion / relegation battles completed with the best teams on the day promoted, opinion is still split on the whole process. Phil has some ideas on how we can progress in the best interest of the game.Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2025! Follow us on our socials- website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday, September 20th 2025 from 10AMThe World Football Team are Murray Stevens and Peter Skiela.The guest list for this week is:Prefaced by the usual introductory preamble and local and world football news summarised for your weekend football conversations!Kelechi Osunwa, The Perth Football Podcast Host & producer to discuss all the latest news across Australian Football & preview the current round off play off promotion & relegation matchesChris Brady, Kingsley Westside President. We chat to Chris about Kingsley Westside's season 2025, what they're building for season 2026.Champions League & world football review. Murray & Peter review the latest round of European football and preview the upcoming weekend.Katelyn Smith, Paramatildas goalkeeper. We talk to Katelyn about her selection for the Australian deaf team.Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2025! Follow us on our socials- website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday, September 13, 2025.Strap in and brace yourselves, because your presenters this week are Hugh Best and Peter Szkiela.The guest list for Saturday, September 13th, is:Kelechie Osunwa with the Cup Finals and everything still going on in the local leagues.Hayley Roach - Hayley will be giving us an EFL and WSL preview/review. Expect Rotherham United FC to be mentioned way more often than you'd expect in a West Australian show.Molly Appleton - Molly will be sharing her recollections of the recent Women's Euros.Prefaced by the usual introductory preamble and local and world football news summarised for your weekend football conversations!Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2025! Follow us on our socials- website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday, September 6, 2025.The World Football Team are Murray Stevens and Jim Webb.The guest list for Saturday, September 6th, are:Prefaced by the usual introductory preamble and local and world football news summarised for your weekend football conversations!Ethan Rigg, NPL Victoria commentator. We discuss the Various NPL finals taking place around the country this weekend.Kelechi Osunwa, The Perth Football Podcast Host & producer to discuss all the latest news across Australian Football & preview the current round of NPLM & NPLW.Bryan Raeburn, Murdoch University Melville President. We check in with Bryan to conduct a season review of MUM.Paul Mcvittie, Cockburn SC President. Paul joins us to preview Cockburn's play off promotion finals and discuss their strong season.Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2025! Follow us on our socials- website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday August 30, 2025.The World Football Team this Saturday is Penny Tanner and Dave Kindness.The guest list for this Saturday is:Tommy Doleman, Football West match reporter. Tommy previews the finals at Sam Kerr SFC with a wrap of any other local news if there’s time before his match call at 10.30!Jason Marocchi, President Perth SC. What has been the clubs key to building a successful 2025 NPLW campaign, how will plans for the club redevelopment effect upcoming seasons.Neil Bennett, Beyond 90 Writer. Neil wraps the 2025 NPLW season and promotion and relegation prospects. What players have stood out to move into Perth Glory for the upcoming A-League season?Teo Pellizzeri, Paramount match commentator. A-League news, player and coach movements and appointments, Western United situation, effect on fixturing and the impact on ALW if they withdraw, Canberra United situation, Australia Cup, is Australia making inroads in growth, branding and presence of football in the Australian sport ecosystem.Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2025! Follow us on our socials- website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday, August 23, 2025.The World Football Team are Peter Szkiela and Murray Stevens. The guest list for Saturday, August 23, is:Matt Sparrow, Head Coach of Bayswater City Football Club. Matt joins us after securing the league last round. It's time for celebration at Bayswater winning the league & celebrating 10 years of long serving club legend Jason Mirco.Robbie Thompson, A-League commentator to discuss all the latest news within Australian Football & Western United A-League licence appeal. Kelechi Osunwa, The Perth Football Podcast Host & producer to discuss all the latest news across Australian Football & preview the current round of NPLM & NPLW.Patrick Clancy, Football Supporters Association Australia. We discuss the recommendations given to the Australian FA, Western United and their take on proposed seria a match in Perth. Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2025! Follow us on our socials- website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday August 16, 2025.The World Football Team this Saturday is Penny Tanner and Dave Kindness.The guest list for this Saturday is:Mo Syafiq, Football West Club Development Lead. What’s happening in the Football West space travelling through a very busy period of weather, events and programmes and moving into finals and league contentions. Dave chips in with local matches of the round, who’s already in pole position for championship titles and who’s battling in the relegation zone.Kayla O’Connor. 19 year old Kayla joined us a few years ago as a younger footballer and has travelled the world during her high school years, developing her skills and gaining some darn good education since playing for Melville at the very young age of 10. We catch up with her live from Southern Maine, USA, to see what the picture looks like now and what challenges and successes there have been along the way. Gareth Morgan, Perth Glory Media Manager. Gareth shares preseason signings and news across the men’s and women’s squads leading in their respective new A-League seasons. Ethan Rigg, SYN Radio and Melbourne match commentator. How does NPL, the Championship and A-League all connect? Three of the final 8 Australia Cup finalists are non A-League clubs. Are some of the local eastern states powerhouses ready to step into the space left by Western United?Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2025! Follow us on our socials- website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday August 9th 2025.The World Football Team this Saturday are Sean and Philip Kelly.The guest list for Saturday August 9 is:Mhairi Flay, Walkeroo. Mhairi was one of several West Australians who represented Australia in the Walking Football World cup in Malmo, Sweden, how did they fare?Tony Campbell, State Schoolboys Coach. We spoke to Tony a while ago as his team prepared for the National Championships, we catch up with Tony for an update.Kim Hawkins, Chair - Perth Glory FRG. Kim is a busy lady with the FRG, The FSSA and volunteering. We catch up on the latest in the developments in fan land and ask what happened to Western United?Discussion: Phil and Sean ask how does a winter sport get thrown into chaos by winter weather, what are the reasons and why is it so hard in this age to communicate cancelled fixtures?Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2025! Follow us on our socials- website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday August 2, 2025.The World Football studio Team this week for season 39 are Hugh Best & Murray Stevens.We are the longest running soccer radio show in Australia!The guest list for Saturday August 2 is:Tommy Doleman - The TD chats all things Local Football.Hayley Roach - Will explain how the worst team in competition's history will walk away with the title.Steve Nelkovski - The Green Machine is the Greatest Team from WA ever?Ben Gilby - How did I end up on the Right Side of The Shed for a 0-9 result?Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2025! Follow us on our socials- website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday July 26, 2025.The World Football Team are Murray Stevens and Peter Szkiela.The guest list for Saturday July 26 is:Robbie Thompson, A-League commentator to discuss all the latest news within Australian Football. Fraser Marr, Rockingham City President. We chat to Fraser to preview Rockingham's 50th anniversary celebrations.Kelechi Osunwa, The Perth Football Podcast Host & producer to discuss all the latest news across Australian Football & preview the current round of NPLM & NPLW.Luke Pavlos, Stirling Macedonia President. Stirling Macedonia have returned to WA fresh from facing Avonvale in the Australia cup round of 32 to face Avondale. We check in with Luke to discover the latest, exciting news for the club.Katelyn Smith, ParaMatilda. We talk to Katelyn discussing her selection competing in the Deaf Olympics and all things disabled football.Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2025! Follow us on our socials- website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

The World Football Programme, is live on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle this Saturday July 19, 2025.The World Football Team this week for season 39 is Penny Tanner, Peter Szkiela and Dave Kindness. We are the longest running soccer radio show in Australia!The guest list for this Saturday is:Louis Prospero, Football Hall of Fame Western Australia Chair, talks about the importance of recognising members of the community and upcoming events.Ario Susanto, Chair of the Arek JATIM (East Javanese) community in WA. Ario joins us to share conversations on Indonesian football, the Persebeya match at the Sam Kerr Football Centre last week and just how much potential there is to explore with Asian engagement.Ches Leonard, Community Participation Officer for Football West, Great Southern, brings us news from the Great Southern football region.Ethan Rigg from SYN Radio Melbourne, walks us through the A-League preseason, Wrexham and Milan tours and the FIFA World Club Cup.Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2025! Follow us on our socials- website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.