In this episode of Green & Gold FC, we’re joined by Rory O’Neill—better known as Coach Rory on YouTube—for a deep dive into the parallels between Australian and American football (soccer). We cover everything from youth development and the pay-to-play system to the effects of closed-league structures, coaching education gaps, and the limitations of marquee signings. Rory brings a U.S. perspective on many of the same challenges we face here in Australia, making this a must-listen for anyone passionate about fixing football from the ground up.

In this episode of Green and Gold FC, we’re joined by James Jarvis from The Soccerwhos to break down the latest Socceroos squad — and we’re asking the big questions.

Is Popovic keeping selections ‘in the family’? Are we risking talents like Alex Robertson and Volpato by refusing to chase them? We unpack the selections of Ryan Teague and Nishan Velupillay, the omission of Max Balard, and the curious case of Nectarios Triantis.

We also review the wins over China and Indonesia — who stood out, who didn’t, and what it tells us ahead of the crucial Japan and Saudi Arabia clashes. Is Popa’s short-term success coming at the cost of long-term planning?

All that and more, right here on Green and Gold FC.

David Cvetkovski, President of Preston Lions FC, shares the club’s inspiring journey from its 1947 community roots to a dramatic revival fueled by strategic leadership, passionate support, and effective sponsorships. At its darkest hours, the fans united behind the anthem “One Day We Will Be Back,” sparking a remarkable comeback that now paves the way for a bright future in the Australian Championship and beyond.

Jack from DeadBallTV joins us to talk about the U20 Asian Cup, the Socceroos' World Cup path, how AFC compares to CAF & CONCACAF, and more.

⏱️ Chapters:
00:00 Intro
01:00 How Jack (DeadBallTV) got into Asian football
07:40 Thoughts on the U20 Asian Cup
10:40 U20 Asian Cup players ready for a European transfer
16:36 Predictions for Australia vs. Japan in the U20 semi-final
19:45 Were teams missing key players?
22:21 Predictions for the U20 World Cup
26:21 Thoughts on the Socceroos’ World Cup qualifying group
32:40 Are we underestimating China?
34:28 Why is Saudi Arabia underperforming?
36:49 Are Australia and Saudi Arabia declining, or is Asia catching up?
38:49 How would we fix the Socceroos and Saudi national team?
50:13 How does the AFC compare to CONCACAF and CAF?
1:00:14 Thoughts on Ange Postecoglou at Spurs

We begin with our thoughts on our latest South Melbourne episode before turning our attention to Auckland FC’s impressive A-League debut. With strong crowds and standout performances, why is this expansion team thriving while others struggle?

Is the league’s overall trajectory positive or concerning? Graham's got the stats to break it all down.

We then discuss which NPL clubs are truly capable of stepping up to Australia’s top tier.

Finally, we explore the upcoming national second tier and examine how New Zealand clubs could fit into Australia’s football pyramid.

Tune in for in-depth analysis and much more onGreen and Gold FC.

We’re joined by two of the most passionate and outspoken voices in Australian football—South Melbourne Mike (@smfcmike) and South Melbourne Pete (@SMEMUFC).

In this episode, we break down the U20 Asian Cup squad announcement, discussing the big inclusions, surprising omissions, and our expectations for the tournament.

We also dive into Khusanov’s transfer to Manchester City, what it says about talent development in Asia, and what Australia can learn from it.

Finally, we tackle the big question: Are Aussie youngsters moving to Europe too early? With more players heading overseas at younger ages, is it the best path for development, or should they continue to rack up appearances in the A-league?

All that and more on Green and Gold FC!

In this episode, we dive into the latest in Australian football, analysing our Socceroos squad selections and the upcoming match against Indonesia. We discuss what the new Indonesian manager will bring and the challenges we expect. Finally, we cover our never ending search for a Matildas coach and review the performances of our underage women’s teams.