The World Football Programme

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The World Football Programme episodes

  • Season 40 Episode 35

    The World Football Programme, 107.9FM Radio Fremantle, Saturday, 3 October 2026.

    Sean Kelly and new wingman "Mo” Maurice Bonnarigo lead you through two hours of football. The local Leagues are all closed, the Socceroos have performed admirably against Brazil, Bayswater are preparing for another tilt at the Australian Championships and our local Walking footballers are setting another first competing in the very first state v state national championship.

    Our guest lineup is-

    Jarod Rowe, Perth Glory Fan Representative Group (FRG). Jarod is the Vice chair of the FRG, we catch up on the local and national fan groups and discuss "those shirts" as the Glory 30th year starts with a goal.

    Ethan Rigg, SYN Radio. NPL news, Australian Championship, will be bantering about the Man City guilty of 114 charges. What could it mean for the club, the league and the game of football?

    Teo Pellizzeri, Australian football journalist, match commentator. With the A-League start just a couple of weeks we talk to Teo about the season to be. With the financial restraints on clubs, how will that influence clubs spending, who will be troubling either end of the season.

    Ritchard Paveley, WA Walking Football State Team. In yet another first for Walking Football the States will compete in the very first WFFA Cup! We talk to Richard about how this has come about and how participation in this comp could lead to national selection.

    Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2026! Follow us on our socials, website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

    1 hr 58 min
  • Season 40 Episode 34

    The World Football Programme, 107.9FM Radio Fremantle, Saturday, 26 September 2026.

    Penny Tanner Hoath, David Kindness and Kayla O’Connor lead you through two hours of football. All the local leagues are almost wrapped up, there’s a story around Morley Windmills, the A-League is about to start, and the Uni Games are kicking off in Perth.

    Our guest lineup is-

    Tommy Doleman, Football West match reporter. Local football news. How did finals and playoffs finish up? What’s happening at Morley Windmills?

    Ethan Rigg, SYN Radio. NPL news, Australian Championship, A-League season.

    Danielle Greaney, goalkeeper. Australian Uni Games are here in Perth and Dani has travelled from Sydney to compete. Dani walks us through the journey from playing here in Western Australia to moving to Sydney and playing high level football there and back again!

    Robbie Thomson, Paramount and Channel 10 Media Match Commentator. Socceroos v Brazil!

    Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2026! Follow us on our socials, website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

    2 hr
  • Season 40 Episode 33

    The World Football Programme, 107.9FM Radio Fremantle, Saturday, 19 September 2026.

    Sean Kelly and Peter Szkiela bring you two hours of football this Saturday. All the local leagues are almost wrapped up, the A-League is about to start and there are some serious considerations floating around about the state of football in our community; marketing, visibility, financial viability, season length.

    Our guest lineup is-

    Tommy Doleman, Football West match reporter. It's a huge day at the Sam Kerr Football Centre this Saturday with the inter divisional playoffs. Our man is at the centre of this as he calls all three games. Later at Inglewood the WA state team take on Tasmania, we will get Tommy's prieviw of all four games.

    Greg Farrell, Futsal WA and Women’s NPLW. Whilst the outdoor season comes to conclusion Greg will talk about Futsal where the football never stops. We will also get his view on the NPLW season that was.

    PANSA (Perth African Nations Sporting Association) Rep (tbc). We'll be talking about the Annual PAN Cup to be held over the Summer. will it beat the excitement and drama of last year? Who knows, what it will bring is the colour and passion only a PAN cup can.

    Tony Campbell, State Schoolboys coach. We talk to Tony about the WA schools program and competition. Combining academic studies with elite football training.

    Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2026! Follow us on our socials, website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

    2 hr
  • Season 40 Episode 32

    The World Football Programme, 107.9FM Radio Fremantle, Saturday, 12 September 2026.

    Murray Stevens, Paul Monaldi & Hugh Best lead you through two hours of football this Saturday. The Men's Top 4 Finals are almost here, the State League's play offs are in full swing & its been a busy week in Australian Football.

    Our guest lineup is-

    Blayne Treadgold, Perth Azzurri Media Man & FSAA Deputy Chair. We chat about Perth Azzurri Men's and women's seasons top 4 finals and Australian Football news.

    Nick Di Carlo, North Beach Senior team coach. We check in with Nick to discuss all things ahead of North Beach's upcoming inter divisional play off game.

    Gareth Morgan, Perth Glory Media Manager. We discuss all Perth Glory news and an exciting giveaway 4 tickets to Perth Glory's game vs Adelaide in Northam

    Abid Iman, Football West Club Engagement Lead. We discuss all the latest at Football West.

    Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2026! Follow us on our socials, website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

    1 hr 57 min
  • Season 40 Episode 31

    The World Football Programme, 107.9FM Radio Fremantle, Saturday, 5 September 2026.

    Penny Tanner Hoath, Peter Szkiela and Kayla O’Connor chat two hours of football this week. All the local leagues are almost wrapped up, and the A-League is about to start. There are some serious considerations floating around about the state of football in our community; marketing, visibility, financial viability, season length.

    Our guest lineup is-

    Tommy Doleman, Football West match reporter. Local football news. Who’s won what, who’s about to win what, playoffs, cup finals, top four and more.

    Annie Leyland, Futsal WA and Women’s NPLW. Annie is Sorrento’s NPLW Coach. Reflections on the 2026 season and what plans are next for Sorrento. Futsal WA is expanding. Annie talks to us about where the competition is at and where it will be in 2027.

    Ben Smith, West Australian Newspapers journalist. How healthy is the Perth Glory player pathway? Squad news, player movements and discussions around club stability going into the new A-League season.

    Robbie Thomson, Paramount and Channel 10 Media Match Commentator. What’s the news around the A-League, Australian players are getting some great global attention, what does this mean for Australian football? The Australia Cup semifinals are looming. The outcome will be at least one NPL side is into the Grand Final.

    Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2026! Follow us on our socials, website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

    2 hr
  • Season 40 Episode 30

    The World Football Programme, 107.9FM Radio Fremantle, Saturday, 29 August 2026.

    Murray Stevens & Peter Szkiela lead you through two hours of football this week. The men's State Cup Final is almost here. The state leagues are reaching their climax, and it's been a busy week in Australian football.

    Our guest lineup is-

    Lachie Avil, Round Ball Australia. Lachie updates us on all the latest news in Australian Football.

    Tony Estrano, Fremantle City FC President. We discuss the State Cup Final v Bayswater and the Hilton Park redevelopment.

    Oriano Colli, Bayswater SC President. Fresh off back to back league wins we chat to Oriano ahead of the State Cup final v Fremantle City.

    Gerhard Janssen, Perth Alemmania founding member. We chat to Gerhard about the creation of Perth's newest club - Perth Alemmnnia.

    Izzy Dalton, Perth Glory Women's star. We check in with Izzy ahead of the approaching women's A-League season.

    Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2026! Follow us on our socials, website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

    1 hr 58 min
  • Season 40 Episode 29

    The World Football Programme, 107.9FM Radio Fremantle, Saturday, 22 August 2026.

    Sean Kelly and Phil Kelly will take you through two hours of football this week. Local leagues are at the pointy end, EPL kicks off and across the planet there is always something happening.

    Our guest lineup is-

    Tommy Doleman, Football West match reporter. Tommy will share his insight into the closing stages of local competitions there is plenty to play for as teams battle to make the top four or stave off relegation.

    Louis Prospero, Football Hall of Fame Western Australia President. Louis joins us to talk about the progress of the Hall of Fame and the Hall of Fame's induction night, Gala Dinner.

    Ethan Rigg, SYN Media Sports Desk host. Ethan joins us to preview the EPL which kicks off this weekend.

    The team banter about local, national and international football in all its forms that have caught their interest over the week.

    Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2026! Follow us on our socials, website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

    2 hr
  • Season 40 Episode 28

    Penny Tanner Hoath, Dave Kindness and Kayla O’Connor lead you through two hours of football this Saturday, 15 August 2026 on 107.9fm Radio Fremantle.

    Australia Cup rounds progress, Western United’s tenure in the A-League finishes and CBA’s are on the table.

    Our guest lineup is-

    Donna Guiffre, Stirling Macedonia Media. The Calcio Italiano football series landed in Perth, we discuss its impact on the local community, crowd attendances, quality of football and more!

    Saskia from Football Futures Foundation. News and programmes, Houston trip, growth of the organisation and great people profiles!

    Gareth Morgan, Perth Glory General Manager of Media & Communications. Squad signings, club news, preseason schedules.

    Tommy Doleman, Football West match reporter. Local news and competitions.

    Team banter around the players CBA, role of the APL, demise of Western United in the A-League, new club ownerships, major player and coach movements across the A-Leagues men’s and women’s.

    Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2026! Follow us on our socials, website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

    2 hr 1 min
  • Season 40 Episode 27

    Murray Stevens & Paul Monaldi lead you through two hours of football this Saturday, 8 August 2026 on 107.9fm Radio Fremantle.

    The Australia Cup round of 16 is upon us & the Calcio Italiano Festival has kicked off with a bang and we have NPL & State Leagues to look forward to.

    Our guest lineup is-

    Tom Doleman, Football West match reporter. Tom and the studio team discuss local football leagues and news.

    Kelechi Osunwa, Perth Football Podcast host, discussing NPLW and local leagues.

    Neal Corcoran, Once Upon A Tracksuit. Neal joins us as part of the Calcio Italiano festival celebrations to chat his love of football & the life of a successful football content creator.

    Ethan Rigg, Football Victoria match reporter and commentator. Ethan gives us the inside scoop of what Fremantle City can expect from South Melbourne and everything going on within Victorian Football.

    Scott Miller, Fremantle City FC head coach. We chat to Scott about this NPL season as well as Sundays huge Australia Cup fixture against South Melbourne.

    Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2026! Follow us on our socials, website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

    1 hr 58 min
  • Season 40 Episode 26

    The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday, 1 August 2026.

    Sean Kelly and Jim Webb lead you through two hours of football - The World Cup maybe "won and done" but it is still dominating the web and media with fans demanding replays back to the qualifying games. Conspiracy theorists are still creating theories and this is not helped as FIFA prepares to sell the soul of football!

    Our guest lineup is-

    Tom Doleman, Football West match reporter. Tom and the studio team discuss local football leagues and news. Fremantle United draw another away fixture in the Australia Cup and with the Milan derby at Optus Stadium this week; what does it mean for local football?

    Patrick Clancy, Chair, Football Supporters Association Australia. With the FSAA AGM looming we talk to Patrick about the pressing issues in Australian football, the use of football media to promote rival codes and ask Is the voice of the football fan being heard?

    Our very own Jim Webb and Sean will talk about Jim's holiday where he attended a little overseas football carnival. Join us in "An Englishman in New York" and other venues.

    Phil Kelly, State League Standing committee Chair. With the season coming down to the pointy end, surely there must be some posts or questions on promotion / relegation throughout the leagues or does everyone finally understand the process? that and other burning topics will be discussed.

    Thanks to all our listeners, members and partners for joining us again for 2026! Follow us on our socials, website, podcast, Facebook page and Instagram.

    1 hr 59 min

About The World Football Programme

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The World Football Programme has been on air since 1987. The show has grown into an energetic and informative two hours of football news on Saturday mornings between 10-12. To get complete football coverage, the show engages with a handful of local and national guests live every show.