It's our 200th episode - thanks for your support over the years! We discuss Brazil's successful WWC bid, the Mary Fowler Barbie doll, and people being unkind on social media. Dale praises a couple of goalkeepers, Emma is amused by Arsenal's desire to have croissants in Melbourne, Maj does her best Gollum impersonation, and Eric talks about an NPL t…

Emma, Maj, Dale & Eric have nice things to say about Lydia Williams ... and they definitely have things to say about the A-League Women All Stars selection. The FA Cup Final discussion includes the phrase "football mannequins", as well as a scarf that made many people angry. We also discovered that Vivianne Miedema was leaving Arsenal during record…

Emma, Maj, Dale & Eric discuss Sydney's gritty Grand Final triumph, various award winners, quirky English stadium names, and the effect Stina Blackstenius has had on the WSL title race. We also discuss the positives of Brazil hosting a Women's World Cup!

Emma, Maj, Dale & Eric are here to discuss semi finals (of both the A-League Women & UEFA Champions League variety), the All Stars coach selection process, Harper Gorry "declaring" for Sweden, and plenty more!

(TW: eating disorders) Among other things, we discuss the 2026 Asian Cup bid, the Dub semi finals, suboptimal Julie Dolan Medal arrangements, and eating disorders in sport. Emma outlines the correct way to make Taylor Swift references, Maj is delighted to see Queensland woso nuptials, Dale praises government spending, and Eric praises ... his emplo…

Last weekend was a reminder of why we love the Dub so much! Emma, Dale, Maj & Eric talk about both A-League Women Elimination Finals, as well as the Matildas' win over Mexico. After we express our displeasure about Dub semi finals being part of double headers, we move on to creative ideas for cross-promotion, the FA Cup semi finals, a stadium next …

Emma has strong feelings about the struggle to accommodate new women & girls in community football, Dale expresses his dislike for a score graphic, Eric provides a partial explanation of the Euro 2025 qualification process, and Maj comes up with a nickname for the Australia U-23 team!

We do our best to cover the chaos of the Dub’s final round! Emma takes delight in Arsenal’s Conti Cup triumph and Eric is happy for Newcastle’s newest goalkeeper. Meanwhile, Dale and Maj present ideas that will make VAR more entertaining.

Emma, Maj, Dale & Eric team up to discuss the Olympics group stage draw, the Arsenal v A-League Women All Stars game, and the ongoing worries about Canberra United's future. We're glad that Maj enjoyed her pizza at the Brisbane City game!

Emma, Dale, Maj & Eric discuss the recommendation that Australia host the 2026 Women's Asian Cup, the latest A-League Women action, and the prospect of annual Under-17 World Cups (yikes).

Our fab four lament the uncertainty surrounding Canberra United and unsafe playing conditions. Emma has Distance Derby takes, Maj has another interstate trip planned, Eric has a lot of tweets to read out and Dale has a great idea for a pod title!

Emma, Dale, Maj & Eric discuss a heroic Young Matildas performance in the snow and a chaotic Sydney Derby. They also show great concern for the 13 year old at Gotham FC. Our fab four then get sidetracked and talk about the giant hat Marc Skinner wore when he coached Orlando Pride. PS: Maj & Eric are still angry at Bárbara for encroaching during the…

Maj, Emma, Dale & Eric cover Michelle Heyman's brillance, a lack of Matildas keeper jerseys, Mexico's glorious win over the USA and more!

In this week’s B90 pod, Emma helps out before leaving midway through to join a Matildas press conference. Dale makes several good points about the benefits of cross-code promotion in women’s sport, and Eric has some recommended reading for the listeners.

Emma, Dale & Eric discuss Melissa Barbieri's many talents, Sydney’s navigational woes and the prospect of blue cards in football. There's also plenty of joy at Michelle Heyman & Chloe Logarzo being recalled to the Matildas squad!

The emotional rollercoaster of football ... what would we do without it? Dale is on top of the world after Canberra's win and Emma is amazed by Morgan Aquino's penalty save. Meanwhile, Maj and Eric were surprised to learn that the NPL Queensland season starts this week!

Emma, Maj, Dale & Eric discuss the pandemonium at Porirua Park and CCM's guardrail trophy, as well as our ongoing issues with the way women's football is marketed (hint: market to the people with disposable income). We also look abroad to Katrina Gorry jumping over a teammate, some epic time-wasting from Katie McCabe and the bizarre Noelle Maritz C…

It's been a great week for Dub fans and an even better week for the Caspers family! Dale is in good spirits after getting married (congratulations!), Eric takes great delight in Ash Irwin's goalkeeping heroics, Maj talks about the multi-talented Katrina Gorry and Emma laments an upcoming Thursday 5pm kickoff.…

What a weekend - Unite Round and Michelle Heyman's 100th A-League goal! Maj waxes lyrical about Emily Gielnik, Dale discusses future Unite Round options, Emma has a double-screening adventure and Eric derails the pod to talk about his favourite player (again).

Maj, Dale & Eric jump on to talk about Sam Kerr's injury, the ongoing issue of fan behaviour, a chaotic game in Newcastle and this weekend's Unite Round. We also discuss a couple of Tillies moving to the WSL, and Eric ends the podcast by mentioning futsal, because of course he does! 😆

Emma, Maj, Dale & Eric jump in for our first episode of 2024. We discuss Georgia Yeoman-Dale's career and the puzzling change to A-League tiebreaker rules. There's also our New Year's Resolutions and many Queens of the Week!

Maj, Dale & Eric join us after a Christmas filled with eating, while Emma joins us straight after watching a chaotic game between Melbourne City and Brisbane Roar. Our quartet have many amusing takes on Kristie Mewis's move to West Ham, and they also take us through their favourite memories from 2023.…

Emma and Eric are our dynamic duo for the final episode before Christmas! 🎄 There's chat about Aussie national teams and NWSL drafts, while they also tackle a recent report highlighting the despicable online abuse aimed at WWC players. Eric gets annoyed at an official account making a basic error, and Emma laments the North London Derby. In more po…

Steph Catley is a highly accomplished Australian professional football player renowned for her defensive prowess and considered one of the best left-backs in the world. Playing club football for Arsenal in the FA Women's Super League and has 122 caps for the Matildas Australia national team. Catley's impressive career includes stints with Melbourne…

Ash Brown, Matildas cap 176, began her journey began in 2012 when she debuted for the Australian national team, earning six caps and showcasing her talent on the international stage. Brown's club career, notably with Melbourne Victory from 2010 to 2014, comprised 25 appearances . The pinnacle of her early career came in the 2011/12 season when Brow…

Caitlin Foord, born on November 11, 1994, is a highly accomplished Australian professional football player renowned for her exceptional skills and achievements on the field. Hailing from Shellharbour, New South Wales, Foord began her football journey at the grassroots level with the Warilla Wanderers, showcasing prodigious talent from a young age. …

Catherine Cannuli made her debut on the national stage in 2011, Born with a passion for the game, Cannuli's journey began at the grassroots level with the Marconi Stallions, where her innate talent as a forward quickly became apparent. During her prolific career, Cannuli showcased her goal-scoring prowess in various clubs across Australia. She star…

Teigen Allen made her debut for the Matildas in 2010, showcasing her defensive prowess on the international stage until her last international game in 2019. Beginning her football journey with the Lakemba Lions and later the Emu Plains grassroots clubs, Allen's talent quickly propelled her to the top echelons of the sport. During her football caree…

Emily Louise van Egmond (born 12 July 1993) is an Australian professional soccer player who plays as a midfielder for San Diego Wave FC and the Matildas. Van Egmond began playing football at the age of five in her hometown of Newcastle, Australia. She is the daughter of former Socceroo and Newcastle United Jets A-League coach, Gary van Egmond. She …

Laura Brock debuted for the Matildas in 2010 and played until 2021, finishing with 65 appearances and two goals. As a central defender, Brock represented Australia at the 2011 and 2015 Women's World Cups and was selected for the 2019 edition before withdrawing due to a foot injury. Brock also played internationally for Notts County (2012), Orlando …

Michelle Heyman (Cap 170) is a celebrated Australian footballer who has left an indelible mark on the international stage. Heyman made her debut for the Matildas in 2010, and her dedication and talent ensured her a place on the national team until 2018. Her journey from grassroots football to international stardom began at the Warilla Wanderers, wh…

Australia's longest-running women's football podcast (est. April 2019). History: Aivi Luik, Matildas Cap 169 Aivi is best known for her exceptional skills as a midfielder and as an all-round versatile player. She made her debut for the Matildas in 2010, and has become a consistent and reliable presence on the team. Her technical ability and vision …

Australia's longest-running women's football podcast (est. April 2019). Striker and Matildas Captain Sam Kerr is cap 168. Debuting in 2009 Sam has 125 caps to her name and a record-setting 64 goals. Sam's grassroots club is the Western Knights. Her list of awards and accolades is continually growing.…

Australia's longest-running women's football podcast (est. April 2019). History: Ellie Brush, Matildas Cap 167 Matildas: 2009-2012 Grassroots Club: Weston Molonglo Appearances: 2 Position: Defender Club Career: 2008-2015 Canberra United 2013 Avaldsnes IL 2015-2016 Houston Dash 2015-2017 Canberra United 2017-2019 Western Sydney Wanderers 2019-2022 S…

Australia's longest-running women's football podcast (est. April 2019). History: Danielle Brogan, Matildas Cap 166 Matildas Debut: 2009 (played for the national team until 2015) Grassroots Club: Belmore Eagles Appearances: 7 Position: Defender 10 appearances for Australia U-20 (2004-2006) W-NSL NSW Sapphires (2003-04) W-League Sydney FC (2008-2014)…

Australia's longest-running women's football podcast (est. April 2019). History: Christine Walters, Matildas Cap 165 Matildas Debut: 2008 Appearances: 4 (all in 2008) Position: Defender Walters played for Canberra United in the 2008-09, 2011-12 and 2012-13 seasons, making 13 appearances. Hot Topics Matildas Clean sweep for the ParaMatildas v Japan …

Australia's longest-running women's football podcast (est. April 2019). History: Ash Sykes, Matildas Cap 164 Matildas Debut: 2008 (played for the national team until 2016) Grassroots Club: SASS Strikers Appearances: 19 (5) Position: Striker Awards: W-League Championship: 2011–12, 2014 (Canberra United) W-League Premiership: 2011–12, 2013–14 (Canber…

Australia's longest-running women's football podcast (est. April 2019). History: Leena Khamis, Matildas Cap 163 Matildas Debut: 2008 (played for the national team until 2015) Grassroots Club: Macarthur Rams Appearances: 25 (5 goals) Position: Forward W-League Top scorer in inaugural season (7 goals) WNSL - Northern NSW (2003) and NSW Sapphires (200…

Australia's longest-running women's football podcast (est. April 2019). History: Servet Uzunlar, Matildas Cap 162 Matildas Debut: 2008 (played for the national team until 2015) Grassroots Club: North Sutherland Rockets Appearances: 48 (2) Position: Defender International 2006–2007 Australia U-20 13 (4) Club 2004–2008 NSW Sapphires 2008–2012 Sydney …

Australia's longest-running women's football podcast (est. April 2019). History: Ella Mastrantonio, Matildas Cap 161 Matildas Debut: 2008 (played for the national team until 2021) Appearances: 7 (1 goal) Position: Midfield Club: 2008–2010 Perth Glory 2010–2011 Melbourne Victory 2011–2014 Perth Glory 2014–2015 Melbourne Victory 2015–2016 Perth Glory…

Australia's longest-running women's football podcast (est. April 2019). History: Brooke Spence, Matildas Cap 160 Matildas Debut: 2008 (played for the national team until 2012) Grassroots Club: Kawungan | Mt Gravatt Hawks Appearances: 12 Position: Defender Won 2008 AFF Championship W-League | A-League Women 2008-2017 Brisbane Roar (89 appearances, 2…

Australia's longest-running women's football podcast (est. April 2019). History: Jenna Kingsley, Matildas Cap 159 Matildas Debut: 2007 Grassroots Club: Emu Plains, Penrith RSL and Penrith SC Appearances: 1 Position: Striker W-League / A-League Women: Central Coast Mariners Western Sydney Wanderers Newcastle Jets World Cup Group stage matches comple…

Australia's longest-running women's football podcast (est. April 2019). This week, the talented and committed duo of Eric Subijano and Majella Card keep the ball rolling. History: Grace Gill, Matildas Cap 158 Matildas Debut: 2007 Appearances: 1 A international Position: Defender Read More: ⁠Grace Gill - An Authentic Voice for Change⁠ Made 58 appear…

Australia's longest-running women's football podcast (est. April 2019). History: Kyah Simon Matildas Cap 157 Matildas Debut:2007 (active) Grassroots Club: Hills United / Penrith Nepean United Appearances:111 (37 goals) Position:Attacker World Cup News Australia 1 Ireland 0 - Steph Catley's penalty earns Matildas an opening-day win #CalfWatch - Sam …

Australia's longest-running women's football podcast (est. April 2019). History: Renee Rollason, Matildas Cap 156 Matildas Debut: 2007 (played for the national team until 2012) Appearances: 8 (4 goals) Position: Midfielder Hot Topics Matildas 1-0 France Matildas' win over France shows a team that has timed its World Cup run to perfection Record bre…

Australia's longest-running women's football podcast (est. April 2019). History: Teresa Polias, Matildas Cap 155 Matildas Debut: 2007 Appearances: 11 Position: Midfield Hot Topics World Cup News Confirmation First Nations Flags will fly at FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 Pride House at the WWC Potential trouble for Nigeria's Head Coach Squads News PFA …

Australia's longest-running women's football podcast (est. April 2019). History: Ellyse Perry, Matildas Cap 154 Matildas Debut: 2007 (played for the national team until 2012) Appearances: 18 (3 goals) Position: Midfielder / Defender W-League 2008 Central Coast Mariners 2009-2012 Canberra United 2012-2015 Sydney FC Awards 2009 Young Player of the Ye…

Australia's longest-running women's football podcast (est. April 2019). History: Elise Kellond-Knight, Matildas Cap 153 Matildas Debut: 2007 (still active) Appearances: 115 (2 goals) Position: Midfielder Hot Topics World Cup News FIFPro report - lack of professional care standards Jamaica and Canada feuding over WWC funding (via Sophie Lawson / ESP…

Australia's longest-running women's football podcast (est. April 2019). History: Lyndsay Kohlet (nee Glohe), Matildas Cap 152 Matildas Debut: 2007 (played for the national team until 2008) Appearances: 5 Position: Defender W-League 2008-2009 - Central Coast Mariners (10) 2010-2011 - Canberra United (4) 2015-2016 - Sydney FC (2) Hot Topics World Cup…

Australia's longest-running women's football podcast (est. April 2019). History: Rachael Doyle, Matildas Cap 151 Matildas Debut: 2007 Appearances: 1 Position: Defender Hot Topics World Cup News Camp date dispute Squad page News Reading FC Women to operate on a part-time basis Matildas Teagan Micah on the way back from serious concussion Young Matil…