Total A-Leagues Episode 19 dives into the BIGGEST stories this week: Bundesliga and Serie A clubs are chasing a Newcastle Jets young star in major transfer news.

Is Juan Mata the perfect marquee signing after dominating the Melbourne Derby?

OG Rivalry preview: Can Melbourne Victory put on another show at AAMI Park?

Massive F3 Derby: Newcastle pushing for NINE wins in a row as Central Coast Mariners, unbeaten in five, look to stop them.

Battle of the West: Macarthur FC host Western Sydney Wanderers in another spicy matchup.

Reaction to Giancarlo Italiano’s resignation at Wellington and discussion of the Josh Oluwayemi viral own goal clip.

All the storylines, drama and analysis — Total A-Leagues Ep 19

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Dub Zone Episode 17 breaks down a huge week across the Ninja A-League and international football.

We preview the Matildas’ crucial Matildas v Philippines women's national football team clash at the Women’s Asian Cup 2026, with full context on what’s at stake.

There’s an update on Samba’s injury situation, plus a full review of Ninja A-League Round 18: 

• Melbourne City flying again
• Aulicino & Ayres scoring outrageous wondergoals
• Canberra United on absolute fire
• Wellington Phoenix emerging as serious contenders under Bev Priestman

Another massive episode. Dive in!

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Jake Barker-Daish, Thomas Sorensen and Archie Thompson unpack all the action from a jam packed A-Leagues weekend, including Juan Mata’s magical Melbourne Derby performance, how Wellington goalkeeper Josh Oluwayemi can recover after his error that went viral, the team flying under the radar, Newcastle’s pitch watering frustrations and more.

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Jake Barker-Daish, Thomas Sorensen and Archie Thompson unpack all the action from a jam packed A-Leagues weekend, including Juan Mata’s magical Melbourne Derby performance, how Wellington goalkeeper Josh Oluwayemi can recover after his error that went viral, the team flying under the radar, Newcastle’s pitch watering frustrations and more.

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CHAPTERS:  
0:00 Intro  
1:03 Weekend Bangers - Jonny Yull vs Perth Glory  
1:43 Tiago Quintal vs Brisbane Roar  
2:55 Adam Griffiths vs press conference question  
4:47 Juan Mata’s magical Melbourne derby display  
6:49 Mata’s immediately iconic long range lob  
8:50 How many goals would Archie have scored playing behind prime Juan Mata  
9:52 How should a manager handle a player as good as Mata?  
11:19 City’s slump continues  
13:52 Giancarlo Italiano steps down as Wellington manager after NZ Derby drubbing  
14:35 How do we rate the Chiefy era?  
17:40 Josh Olawuyemi’s viral goalkeeping error - how does he rebuild his confidence?  
19:12 Was it a mistake for Wellington to sub Olawuyemi off at half time?  
22:08 Red hot Reds - are we underestimating Adelaide United?  
24:28 Newcastle do it the hard way  
26:40 Mark Milligan’s frustration with the groundsmen not watering the pitch  
28:10 Perth Glory’s statement win in the Ninja A-League  
28:51 Melina Ayres’ flying volley  
29:37 Audience Questions - are CCM in the top six debate now?  
33:17 Who’s been the surprise player of the season?  
35:44 A question from Naum Sekulovski  
37:07 Outro 

Total A-Leagues Episode 18!

This week we break down a huge round across the competition, including full reaction to Auckland FC v Sydney FC, plus TWO massive derbies hitting the league - the New Zealand Derby and Melbourne's blockbuster rivalry.

We ask whether Max Burgess could be a genuine World Cup bolter, celebrate the Newcastle Jets breaking records for most wins and most goals, and dig into whether this is the biggest mid-season influx of quality talent the league has ever seen.

The Yaya Dukuly story, Mat Ryan’s penalty moment (and McBreen’s role in it!), the worst conditions you’ve ever played in, and how Mohamed Toure has gone from the A-Leagues to Norwich City - it’s all here. 


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Ninja A-League stars Holly McNamara and Michelle Heyman have been named in Matildas Head Coach Joe Montemurro’s 26-player squad for the upcoming AFC Women’s Asian Cup and the Dub Zone team react to the news.

Can the Tillies go all the way in the AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026?

Dub Zone Episode 16 delivers one of the biggest weekends yet in the A-Leagues.

We unpack Willa Pearson’s incredible record, becoming the youngest scorer in Ninja A-League history and surpassing the previous mark held by Sam Kerr.

Sydney FC end their 11-match winless run with a commanding 4–0 win over Brisbane Roar, while Perth Glory defeat Canberra United in a key clash.

Central Coast Mariners stun Wellington Phoenix in wild, windy conditions.

We celebrate Kayla Morrison’s 100th match for Melbourne Victory, react to the Young Matildas training squad announcement, and ask the big question: Does rising star Peta Trimis have the best highlights reel in the Ninja A-League?

Plus, we look ahead to the AFC Women’s Asian Cup and what it means for the Matildas. All that and more on Dub Zone Episode 16.

Jake Barker-Daish, Naum Sekulovski and Archie Thompson analyse all the biggest talking points from round 17 of the A-Leagues, including Harrison Devenish-Meares’ unlucky error against Adelaide, whether Sydney FC are getting enough from their Visa attackers, why Newcastle are on of the best sides we’ve seen, scoring against your old club and more.


CHAPTERS:
0:00 Intro
1:06 Weekend Bangers - Lachie Bayliss v Perth Glory
1:55 Peta Trimis v Wellington Phoenix
3:07 CCM v the Wellington wind
4:09 Harrison Devenish-Meares’s unfortunate clanger
5:13 The "save of the season" Devenish-Meares made before the error
6:24 Sydney’s poor form - seven points in eight games
7:14 Are Campuzano and Quispe contributing enough?
9:58 Signings of Apostolos Stamatelopoulos and Ahmet Arslan
11:30 Newcastle’s seventh straight win
12:11 The numbers behind Newcastle’s generational run
15:13 Are Melbourne Victory the most vulnerable team in the top 6?
18:19 Wellington’s comeback against the Wanderers
20:55 Should Wellington have had a penalty?
22:37 Willa Pearson breaks Sam Kerr’s record
25:43 Mixed results for Macarthur and Melbourne City in Asia
28:49 The eye watering prize money in the AFC Champions League Elite
30:53 Audience Questions - Max Burgess for Socceroos?
32:46 Have we seen improvement at WSW under Van Egmond?
33:44 Would you celebrate scoring against your old club?
35:10 Sydney v Auckland tips
35:53 Outro

In this exclusive interview, former Matildas star Amy Duggan sits down with newly appointed APL CEO Steve Rosich to talk about what’s next for Australian professional football.

Just one month into the role, Steve shares his first impressions, what’s surprised him and where he sees the biggest opportunities for the A-Leagues.

From leadership and culture to innovation and fan connection, he speaks openly about his vision for bringing clubs, players and supporters closer together.

Amy and Steve also dive into the challenges ahead, the continued momentum of the women’s game, and what real success looks like in the next chapter of the APL.

It’s an honest and thoughtful conversation about ambition, accountability and building a competition that truly reflects the passion of Australian football.

Whether you’ve followed the game for decades or are just starting to tune in, this episode offers a genuine look at where the A-Leagues are headed - and the person now leading the way.

Can Newcastle Jets make it SEVEN wins in a row and chase down the all-time Isuzu UTE A-League record? 👀

This week on Total A-Leagues, the panel reacts to a massive round of action — from Craig Goodwin’s World Cup hopes to a potentially season-derailing injury for Melbourne Victory.

We also dive into:
🔥 Behich’s moment, Taylor’s hat-trick & Talbot finally breaking his duck
😳 Valkanis’ fiery post-match comments
📉 What’s going wrong at Brisbane Roar?
🚀 Sydney FC’s big eToro-backed transfer moves
🧤 Did Harrison Devenish-Mears produce the Save of the Season?
🏆 Who wins Goalkeeper of the Year right now?
✋ Nduka’s ‘hand of god’ moment
📜 A brand-new rule introduced for the first time
🎩 Mo Touré’s Championship hat-trick
🎙️ And new APL CEO Steve Rosich outlines his priorities for the league

James Dodd, Tommy Oar, Daniel McBreen and Nalin Masou break it all down as the Isuzu UTE A-League season heats up.

⏱ Timecodes:
1:16 Moments of the Round
4:30 What’s wrong at Brisbane?
8:00 Valkanis controversy
13:53 Victory injury blow
16:32 Jets chasing record
20:12 Can Perth stop them?
24:32 Goodwin’s World Cup dream
26:23 Sydney transfer update
30:25 APL CEO speaks
31:05 Save of the season?
34:05 Goalkeeper of the Year debate
36:14 Players stuck on laces
37:00 Nduka handball drama
37:57 New rule implemented
40:05 Mo Touré hat-trick

🔥 Dub Zone Episode 15 has it all — rising stars, red card controversy and derby tactics! 

Hosted by Amy Duggan, alongside Annabel Martin (Central Coast Mariners) and A-Leagues commentator Teo Pellizzeri, the crew break down another huge weekend of Ninja A-League action.

We take a closer look at Makala Woods, Wellington Phoenix’s in-form American forward, with the quote of the week: “Her numbers are EXPLODING!”. She’s filling the huge attacking hole left by Sabitra “Samba” Bhandari — and doing it in style.

Annabel shares some heartfelt words for her former teammate Annalise Rasmussen, who has just sealed a record move to Italian giants Juventus.

Plus:
⚽ Did Kirsty Fenton deserve a red card against Canberra United?
🔵⚪ How can Melbourne Victory break down Melbourne City in the Melbourne Derby?

🔥 All the biggest talking points from around the league.

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