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On the most recent episode of The Dubcast, Poletti and Burke discussed Chloe Berryhill's career and the Miracle of Montpellier following news from her, 10Sport, and now the Western Sydney Wanderers that the former Matildas career is now over. We wish her all the best in retirement.
January 24, 2026 at 12:22 AM
On the most recent episode of The Dubcast, Poletti and Burke discussed Chloe Berryhill's career and the Miracle of Montpellier following news from her, 10Sport, and now the Western Sydney Wanderers that the former Matildas career is now over. We wish her all the best in retirement.
In Chiefy's mind it's go time for the Phoenix after Friday's loss. Wellington have their next two games at home, but tough challenges await as they welcome both Melbourne teams to the cake tin.
January 23, 2026 at 11:39 PM
In Chiefy's mind it's go time for the Phoenix after Friday's loss. Wellington have their next two games at home, but tough challenges await as they welcome both Melbourne teams to the cake tin.
The Newcastle Jets continued their season-long domination over Kiwi opposition on Friday night.
January 23, 2026 at 11:33 AM
The Newcastle Jets continued their season-long domination over Kiwi opposition on Friday night.
The APL announced on Friday that it will operate the Central Coast Mariners Academy for the 2026 season. In its statement, the APL said it will honour all player registration fees paid-to-date, and is working on the re-appointment of coaches so training can commence.
January 23, 2026 at 5:31 AM
The APL announced on Friday that it will operate the Central Coast Mariners Academy for the 2026 season. In its statement, the APL said it will honour all player registration fees paid-to-date, and is working on the re-appointment of coaches so training can commence.
The Western Sydney Wanderers have announced the appointment of Gary van Egmond as the clubs A-League Men head coach for the remainder of the 2025/26 season, with Milos Ninkovic and Damir Prodanovic to be the assistant coaches.
January 21, 2026 at 12:11 AM
The Western Sydney Wanderers have announced the appointment of Gary van Egmond as the clubs A-League Men head coach for the remainder of the 2025/26 season, with Milos Ninkovic and Damir Prodanovic to be the assistant coaches.
NewsCorp's Marco Monteverde has reported that Wanderers coach Alen Stajcic has been dismissed, with an interim coach to be appointed until the end of the season #ALM
January 20, 2026 at 4:33 AM
NewsCorp's Marco Monteverde has reported that Wanderers coach Alen Stajcic has been dismissed, with an interim coach to be appointed until the end of the season #ALM
It's safe to say we'll be talking about that game for a very long time.
January 17, 2026 at 11:42 AM
It's safe to say we'll be talking about that game for a very long time.
The Jets keep on keeping on 👀
January 17, 2026 at 8:54 AM
The Jets keep on keeping on 👀
Former Macarthur FC captain Valère Germain, the clubs all-time leading goalscorer, has announced his retirement from football on French TV. His career saw him win a Ligue 1 title, the Australia Cup, the J.League Cup, and an appearance in a Europa League final.
January 17, 2026 at 12:49 AM
Former Macarthur FC captain Valère Germain, the clubs all-time leading goalscorer, has announced his retirement from football on French TV. His career saw him win a Ligue 1 title, the Australia Cup, the J.League Cup, and an appearance in a Europa League final.
Nick D'Agostino returns to the A-League Men on a six-month loan deal from Viking FK, and he'll join the club he made his debut for a decade ago.
January 16, 2026 at 11:32 PM
Nick D'Agostino returns to the A-League Men on a six-month loan deal from Viking FK, and he'll join the club he made his debut for a decade ago.
The Dubcast is back to tackle @thepfaaus.bsky.social Ready for Takeoff report, looking at the players vision for the #ALW. Poletti and Burke give their thoughts, as well as interviews with Beau Busch, Melissa Barbieri and Rhianna Pollicina.
📺: youtu.be/RLNJ_EujRGM
🎧: open.spotify.com/episode/0LXl...
📺: youtu.be/RLNJ_EujRGM
🎧: open.spotify.com/episode/0LXl...
January 16, 2026 at 3:10 AM
The Dubcast is back to tackle @thepfaaus.bsky.social Ready for Takeoff report, looking at the players vision for the #ALW. Poletti and Burke give their thoughts, as well as interviews with Beau Busch, Melissa Barbieri and Rhianna Pollicina.
📺: youtu.be/RLNJ_EujRGM
🎧: open.spotify.com/episode/0LXl...
📺: youtu.be/RLNJ_EujRGM
🎧: open.spotify.com/episode/0LXl...
Melbourne City will host Uzbekistan's PFC Nasaf in their AFC Women's Champions League Quarter-Final on the weekend of March 28-29, with match details TBC.
The winner will face either Tokyo Verde Beleza or Stallion Laguna FC in the semi-finals.
The winner will face either Tokyo Verde Beleza or Stallion Laguna FC in the semi-finals.
January 15, 2026 at 11:20 PM
Melbourne City will host Uzbekistan's PFC Nasaf in their AFC Women's Champions League Quarter-Final on the weekend of March 28-29, with match details TBC.
The winner will face either Tokyo Verde Beleza or Stallion Laguna FC in the semi-finals.
The winner will face either Tokyo Verde Beleza or Stallion Laguna FC in the semi-finals.
After leaving Portland Thorns, Kaitlyn Torpey has signed with Newcastle United in the WSL2, where she'll link up with fellow Aussie Tanya Oxtoby as her coach.
January 15, 2026 at 11:03 PM
After leaving Portland Thorns, Kaitlyn Torpey has signed with Newcastle United in the WSL2, where she'll link up with fellow Aussie Tanya Oxtoby as her coach.
CEO of @thepfaaus.bsky.social Beau Busch had a strong message for new APL CEO Steve Rosich on Wednesday at the unveiling of the players vision for the #ALW, which has 21 recommendations for the competition across four key areas.
January 15, 2026 at 1:19 AM
CEO of @thepfaaus.bsky.social Beau Busch had a strong message for new APL CEO Steve Rosich on Wednesday at the unveiling of the players vision for the #ALW, which has 21 recommendations for the competition across four key areas.
Martin Kugeler is new Chief Executive Officer of Football Australia. He was previously the CEO and CFO of Stan Sport.
"I am delighted to be given the opportunity to lead Football Australia as CEO and help us realise our potential ... in the sport that we love."
"I am delighted to be given the opportunity to lead Football Australia as CEO and help us realise our potential ... in the sport that we love."
January 15, 2026 at 12:37 AM
Martin Kugeler is new Chief Executive Officer of Football Australia. He was previously the CEO and CFO of Stan Sport.
"I am delighted to be given the opportunity to lead Football Australia as CEO and help us realise our potential ... in the sport that we love."
"I am delighted to be given the opportunity to lead Football Australia as CEO and help us realise our potential ... in the sport that we love."
A furious Mile Sterjovski believes Sydney FC should've been reduced to 10 men after just two minutes.
January 10, 2026 at 8:36 PM
A furious Mile Sterjovski believes Sydney FC should've been reduced to 10 men after just two minutes.
The Glory bounce back to keep themselves within touching distance of the top 6!
January 10, 2026 at 12:37 PM
The Glory bounce back to keep themselves within touching distance of the top 6!
A clinical display by the Sky Blues in Campbelltown 🔥
January 10, 2026 at 10:35 AM
A clinical display by the Sky Blues in Campbelltown 🔥
Former Victory star Kosta Barbarouses proves the difference from the spot.
Was the referee right to award a penalty for handball?
Was the referee right to award a penalty for handball?
January 10, 2026 at 7:54 AM
Former Victory star Kosta Barbarouses proves the difference from the spot.
Was the referee right to award a penalty for handball?
Was the referee right to award a penalty for handball?
The dreaded ACL injury has once again been a talking point, and Poletti and Burke hate it on this weeks episode of The Dubcast. The duo also talk a crazy weekend of action on the field as well.
📺: youtu.be/mKbIGq8A0Zw
🎧: open.spotify.com/episode/5FJl...
📺: youtu.be/mKbIGq8A0Zw
🎧: open.spotify.com/episode/5FJl...
January 9, 2026 at 12:08 AM
The dreaded ACL injury has once again been a talking point, and Poletti and Burke hate it on this weeks episode of The Dubcast. The duo also talk a crazy weekend of action on the field as well.
📺: youtu.be/mKbIGq8A0Zw
🎧: open.spotify.com/episode/5FJl...
📺: youtu.be/mKbIGq8A0Zw
🎧: open.spotify.com/episode/5FJl...
The contract extension for Bart Vriends comes with a club option for a second season.
January 8, 2026 at 7:55 AM
The contract extension for Bart Vriends comes with a club option for a second season.
Chiefy didn't hide his emotions after Wellington's dominant win against Brisbane, where they had to get through being a player down for almost an hour.
January 3, 2026 at 9:37 AM
Chiefy didn't hide his emotions after Wellington's dominant win against Brisbane, where they had to get through being a player down for almost an hour.
It's a quick episode of The Dubcast this week because Poletti is sick but there was so much #ALW action it would have been unfair to not talk about any of it.
📺: youtu.be/fYM80FsU3Nw
🎧: open.spotify.com/episode/4mUz...
📺: youtu.be/fYM80FsU3Nw
🎧: open.spotify.com/episode/4mUz...
The Holly Mac Show Continues and Victory Produce Miraculous Comeback
YouTube video by The Dubcast
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December 31, 2025 at 12:40 AM
It's a quick episode of The Dubcast this week because Poletti is sick but there was so much #ALW action it would have been unfair to not talk about any of it.
📺: youtu.be/fYM80FsU3Nw
🎧: open.spotify.com/episode/4mUz...
📺: youtu.be/fYM80FsU3Nw
🎧: open.spotify.com/episode/4mUz...
🇦🇺 Macarthur have drawn 🇹🇭 Bangkok United in the first knockout stage of the #ACL2
The victor will play the winner of 🇻🇳 Cong An Hanoi and 🇸🇬 Tampines Rovers in the quarterfinals.
This means the Bulls would avoid heavyweights, 🇯🇵 Gamba Osaka and 🇰🇷 Pohang until the East Final.
The victor will play the winner of 🇻🇳 Cong An Hanoi and 🇸🇬 Tampines Rovers in the quarterfinals.
This means the Bulls would avoid heavyweights, 🇯🇵 Gamba Osaka and 🇰🇷 Pohang until the East Final.
December 30, 2025 at 7:32 AM
🇦🇺 Macarthur have drawn 🇹🇭 Bangkok United in the first knockout stage of the #ACL2
The victor will play the winner of 🇻🇳 Cong An Hanoi and 🇸🇬 Tampines Rovers in the quarterfinals.
This means the Bulls would avoid heavyweights, 🇯🇵 Gamba Osaka and 🇰🇷 Pohang until the East Final.
The victor will play the winner of 🇻🇳 Cong An Hanoi and 🇸🇬 Tampines Rovers in the quarterfinals.
This means the Bulls would avoid heavyweights, 🇯🇵 Gamba Osaka and 🇰🇷 Pohang until the East Final.