Official A-Leagues Podcasts

Auckland FC coach Steve Corica joins the Total A-Leagues career to pull back the curtain on how he created a juggernaut from scratch, his future plans and what people underestimate about winning the A-League. 

Tommy Oar and Daniel McBreen discuss the brilliance of Dan Hall, Rhyan Grant and the incredible Auckland crowd. 

The boys also give their teams of the season, discuss the Socceroos squad for the upcoming World Cup and list their favourite moments of the season.

Auckland FC are A-League champions! Jake Barker-Daish is joined by Archie Thompson and Naum Sekulovski to break down Auckland's historic 1-0 Grand Final victory over Sydney FC at Go Media Stadium.


We review Cam Howieson's match-winning goal and Joe Marston Medal performance, Dan Hall's defensive masterclass, Steve Corica's third championship as a coach, and Patrick Kisnorbo's incredible transformation of Sydney FC - earning him a three-year deal.


Plus: Auckland's suffocating defensive structure, set-piece dominance, Rhyan Grant's ageless performance at 35, Sydney's visa player struggles - and what this means for both clubs moving forward.


The celebrations, the atmosphere, the 28,000 fans—it was an unforgettable night in Auckland.

CHAPTERS:
0:00 Intro
1:02 Atmosphere in Auckland
2:06 Auckland’s "super powerful statement" in the grand final
4:28 Auckland won with only 38% possession
7:58 The very similar goal Auckland scored against Sydney in round 26
9:00 Joe Marston Medallist Cam Howieson’s incredible story
12:15 Dan Hall’s dominant defensive display
13:42 Hall’s stuffed trophy cabinet
14:04 Best on ground in the after party
15:34 Steve Corica becomes the first coach to win 3x A-League championships
21:25 Auckland players crash Corica’s presser to party
23:10 Corica’s professional response
24:04 Patrick Kisnorbo’s impact on Sydney FC
26:20 Sydney season review
29:15 Rhyan Grant’s evergreen performance
32:55 Audience questions
33:13 Who was the surprise player of the finals?
34:11 Who was your overall player of the season (hard mode: can’t say Juan Mata)
35:26 What was the best game of the season?
36:16 Thanks for the season
37:40 Outro


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Total A-Leagues Ep 31 is loaded.

Auckland FC fire shots on social media, Eli Adams’ wonder goal becomes an instant classic, and we look back on the unforgettable ride of the Box Office Jets.

We break down how Patrick Kisnorbo has transformed Sydney FC, the timeless brilliance of Rhyan Grant, and the rise of 17-year-old star Akol Akon. Plus, why Harrison Devenish-Meares reminds Macca of Maty Ryan.

Ben Garuccio joins the panel live to talk about a strange season, the Socceroos, and how his side plans to take down Auckland in the Grand Final.

Also on the show:
What Adelaide United got wrong
Is Steve Corica underrated — even all-time great?
Socceroos selection dilemmas
Victory qualifying for ACL2
Western United not returning
PFA Team of the Season
Greatest A-League Grand Finals & Loudest crowds
Kisnorbo vs Corica — the last Grand Final meeting
⏱️ Chapters
0:00 Grand Final Preview
2:30 Auckland’s Social Shot
3:37 Eli Adams’ Iconic Goal
5:20 Jets Season Legacy
7:20 Kisnorbo’s Sydney Impact
8:39 Rhyan Grant Form
10:05 Akon’s Breakout Season
11:05 Devenish-Meares Praise
13:33 Kisnorbo’s Mindset Shift
14:55 Garuccio Joins Live
21:30 Adelaide Analysis
23:11 Corica Debate
25:20 Goodwin Comments
28:50 Socceroos Selection
31:48 Victory Decision
32:30 ACL2 Qualification
33:40 Western United Exit
34:23 Team of the Season
38:10 Best Grand Finals
42:00 Loudest Crowds
43:55 Kisnorbo vs Corica

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It’s the Grand Final Special of Dub Zone!

Melbourne City are champions after a statement win over Wellington Phoenix — and Holly McNamara delivered one of the performances of the season, scoring a stunning goal and dominating the biggest stage. Fellow Matilda Leticia McKenna also produced a breathtaking strike of her own.

Hosted by Amy Duggan, with expert analysis from Teo Pellizzeri, Grace Gill, and a special appearance from Nalin Mastou, we break down:

• How City claimed the title
• McNamara’s form… and where she could end up next
• The teenage superstar who owned the midfield battle
• Why Wellington Phoenix are tipped for a huge 2026/27 season
• The best moments of the entire 2025/26 Ninja A-League campaign Matildas v Mexico preview - what to watch for

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Jake Barker-Daish, Thomas Sorensen and Archie Thompson break down all the big news and views from the semi-finals of the Isuzu UTE A-League, including Patrick Kisnorbo's effort to get Sydney into a grand final, Newcastle's heartbreak punctuated by a goal of incredible quality, Adelaide's complaints about the refereeing, Auckland's powerful performance and receipt keeping, Danny McBreen's giggles, Melissa Barbieri's TV gatecrashing and plenty more!

CHAPTERS:
0:00 Intro
1:44 Sydney’s penalty shootout win over Newcastle
4:45 Patrick Kisnorbo’s record since taking over Sydney FC
7:35 Eli Adams’ incredible wonder strike
9:53 Newcastle season review
11:56 Auckland’s powerful win over Adelaide
14:50 Was Adelaide’s experience the decisive factor?
15:25 Auckland keeping receipts
16:00 Did Corica instil a siege mentality at Auckland?
17:20 Is Adelaide v Auckland now a genuine rivalry?
18:13 Adelaide’s frustration at early refereeing calls
21:35 Adelaide season review
24:09 Holly McNamara and Leticia McKenna lead Melbourne City to Ninja A-League Championship 28:14 Wellington Phoenix’s record breaking Ninja season
29:19 Grand Final preview - Auckland v Sydney
34:42 Audience Questions
35:04 Which of Danny McBreen’s giggles after an Eli Adams banger was the best?
36:23 Which player is most likely to crash the TV coverage like the City women did?
37:17 Outro

Total A-Leagues Ep 30 breaks down a massive weekend of Isuzu UTE A-League Semi-Final second legs, as Vince Rugari, Tommy Oar, and Alex Brosque tackle all the biggest storylines, surprises and debates from across the league.

We unpack the standout performers, tactical twists, star wonderkids, key selection dilemmas, and the bold quotes that set the tone for the weekend - plus reaction to the latest Socceroos squad news and major off-field moves around the league.

From semi-final chaos to unforgettable football moments, this episode has everything you need heading into the Grand Final race.

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Dub Zone Ep 29 brings you everything from a MASSIVE Semi-Final weekend and sets the stage for an epic Ninja A-League Grand Final.

Hosted by Amy Duggan, alongside Teo Pellizzeri and Bianca Gittany - who famously slotted the winning penalty in last season’s Ninja A-League Grand Final - the team break down both Semi-Finals and the storylines ahead of the decider.

We’re also joined by two huge guests from the competing clubs:
⭐ Karly Roestbakken (Melbourne City)
⭐ Makala Woods (Wellington Phoenix)

On this episode: Wellington Phoenix make HISTORY, reaching their first-ever Grand Final Brooke Nunn and Makala Woods shine in the Semi-Final — could they be the Grand Final game-changers?

Can Nunn go back-to-back and win another championship?

The panel insist making the Grand Final was “non-negotiable” for Melbourne City — but can they finish the job?

A full Grand Final preview: tactics, danger players, matchups & bold predictions Promotion of the HUGE Ninja A-League All Stars v Chelsea showdown at Allianz Stadium this August!

The stage is set. Two clubs, one trophy.

Get ready for a Grand Final to remember.

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Archie Thompson and Thomas Sorensen join Jake Barker-Daish to review the fascinating first legs of the Newcastle v Sydney and Adelaide v Auckland semi-finals. The guys discuss Sydney taking it up to the Jets, Auckland facing the most intimidating road trip in Australian football, the history Adelaide will have to overcome to make the grand final, their goals of the season, the Ninja A-League Grand Final and plenty more.

CHAPTERS:
0:00 Intro
1:51 Sydney and Newcastle share the spoils
3:25 Sydney FC’s improved performance
4:49 Paul Okon Jr and Wataru Kimijo’s midfield dominance
5:50 Should Sydney have had a late penalty?
7:52 How Eli Adams’ goal showed the best of the Jets
8:58 Are Newcastle favourites going into their home leg?
11:12 Will Patrick Kisnorbo make any changes for Sydney?
15:11 Auckland cop key injuries in 1-1 draw with Adelaide
19:35 19-year-old Harry Crawford’s equaliser for Adelaide
21:40 Are Adelaide favourites going into their home leg?
22:00 Who starts - Luka Jovanovic or Anselmo?
24:30 Will Auckland park the bus?
27:15 The Download Goals of the Season
27:35 Archie’s pick - Eli Adams vs Macarthur
29:22 Jake’s pick - Juan Mata vs Melbourne City
30:20 Thomas’s pick - Lachie Bayliss vs Wellington Phoenix
31:09 Thomas picks his save of the season
32:13 When Thomas nearly scored against Chelsea
32:55 Wellington Phoenix make their first ever Grand Final in the Ninja A-League
35:05 Melbourne City win Ninja A-League Melbourne Derby semi-final
37:03 Audience questions
37:18 Where does Thomas rank Josh Smits among best keepers in the league?
38:56 How does this Newcastle Jets side compare with famous A-League teams like Roarcelona?
40:27 Who wins this weekend?

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The Isuzu UTE A-League Semi-Finals are here and there are HUGE match-ups on the horizon 🔥

Vince Rugari is joined by Alex Brosque and Tommy Oar to break down Auckland FC v Adelaide United and Sydney FC v Newcastle Jets as the road to the Championship heats up.

The panel dives into the controversial Big Blue elimination final, Auckland’s epic penalty shootout win over Melbourne City, Juan Mata’s future, Clayton Taylor’s next move and the latest Socceroos squad debate ahead of the World Cup.

PLUS: Hiroki Sakai explains THAT pressure penalty reaction, Sam Klein tells his incredible rise from Brisbane Roar fan to player, and Brosque relives one of the most chaotic semi-finals in A-League history.

⏱️ CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
1:20 Pat Wood’s Big Blue winner
2:28 Dan Hall’s winning penalty
3:20 All-time great shootout?
5:37 Big Blue controversy explained
7:15 Juan Mata’s future
10:20 Sydney FC v Newcastle Jets preview 
13:50 Clayton Taylor’s future 15:45 Auckland FC v Adelaide United preview
18:00 Key returning players
20:18 Socceroos squad debate
23:00 Paul Okon-Engstler’s World Cup hopes
27:06 Sam Klein’s story
29:20 Sam Klein to St Pauli
31:25 Hiroki Sakai explains viral moment
33:15 Brosque’s semi-final memories
34:45 Goal of the Year picks

The Ninja A-League Semi-Finals are on a knife’s edge - and Dub Zone breaks it all down.

Amy Duggan is joined by Grace Gill and Teo Pellizzeri as we preview the Second Leg of the Semi-Finals! Melbourne City take a first-leg lead over Melbourne Victory, with a 17-year-old standout stealing the headlines. Can Victory turn it around?

Meanwhile, Brisbane Roar carry momentum into their clash with Wellington Phoenix, but Phoenix coach Bev Priestman isn’t rattled, saying: “Stand up and be counted… I think I was actually quite pleased seeing some of the celebrations from Brisbane… it keeps us on track in terms of mentality.”

A massive weekend awaits — and we’ve got every angle covered. Watch the full Semi-Final breakdown right here.

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