Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by The ABC's Stephanie Brantz and former Socceroo Scott McDonald to revel in the Matildas and Olyroos flying starts at the Tokyo Olympics, with both sides successful in their opening outings. The Matildas group was also flipped on its head with the all-conquering USA side going down 3-0 to Sweden. Jonathan Tannenwald of The Philadelphia Inquirer looks into where things went wrong, and if they can turn it around. Finally The Athletic's Roshane Thomas looks ahead to West Ham's Premier League campaign - after years of mediocrity, can Moyes' side back up the improvement of last season? With the usual contributions from Willem van Denderen, Dean Hennessey and Derek Dyson.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Box2Box Friday 23rd July 2021 - Matildas & Olyroos Olympic Success, USA Streak Snapped, Hammers Season Forecast

Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by Daniel Garb for a look at the prospects of the Matildas and Olyroos in Tokyo, with the Olympics opening ceremony just days away. The Guardian’s Marcela Mora y Araujo reflects on the weight that’s been lifted from Argentina and Lionel Messi following their drought-breaking Copa America success last weekend. Finally rounding out on the Euros, Michael Zappone and Rob Tanner review the final that was, and the scenes that followed - triumph and jubilation on the streets, from Rome to Melbourne, and those far uglier in London. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Box2Box Friday 16th July 2021 - Olympics Preview, Argentina End Drought, Azzurri Elation, England's Shame

Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by football commentary doyen Martin Tyler as England prepare for their first major tournament final since 1966, when they'll face Italy at Wembley on Sunday. Adriano Del Monte discusses how Roberto Mancini can make sure Italy take back control of the midfield after their narrow victory over Spain, and former Danish goalkeeper Thomas Sorensen reflects on what was an emotional, brilliant tournament from Denmark. Finally from Brazil, Tim Vickery previews this Sunday's blockbuster Copa America final between Argentina and Brazil. With the usual contributions from Willem van Denderen, Dean Hennessey and Derek Dyson.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Box2Box Friday 9th July 2021 - England vs Italy, Danish reflection, Copa Final Preview

In this episode Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by ESPN's Joey Lynch to review the Matildas and Olyroos squads for the Tokyo Olympics, which were confirmed this week. Melbourne City CEO Brad Rowse joins the show for the first time to reflect on the club's maiden A-League Championship, and discuss how their move to Melbourne's south-east will ensure long term success. On the international front The Asian Game's Scott McIntyre analyses the groups for the third round of AFC Qualifying, where the Socceroos will yet again face Japan, and The Guardian's Max Rushden reviews England's famous win against Germany, while also pondering how a 'true' England fan should behave. With the usual contributions from Willem van Denderen, Dean Hennessey and Derek Dyson.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Box2Box Friday 2nd July 2021 - Olympic Squads, City success, Roos draw Japan again, England impress

Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by Fox Football anchor and commentator Adam Peacock ahead of Fox's final A-League broadcast on Sunday, reflecting on what has been a mighty era for the game. Sydney FC boss Steve Corica and Melbourne City's Curtis Good preview Sunday's A-League Grand Final at Aami Park, with Corica looking to become the first manager to win three consecutive Australian Championships. And Optus Sport's Adriano Del Monte joins us from Milan, to discuss how far the Azzurri can go at the Euros. All Euro Groups are reviewed, while the Copa America and the Dolan/Warren awards are also on the agenda.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Box2Box Friday 25th June 2021 - Fox Sports Farewell, A-League Grand Final, Azzurri Euro favourites?

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This week Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by The Athletic's Oliver Kay, who cuts through the emotion and rumours to provide the facts about Ange Postecoglou's reported move to Celtic. Australian football royalty John Kosmina checks in to preview the Socceroos four World Cup Qualifiers in Kuwait, while Optus Sport's Richard Bayliss outlines his contenders ahead of next weeks' Euros. Willem van Denderen reviews the busy week just gone on the domestic front, while Dean Hennessey and Derek Dyson cover all you need to know in Europe, and debate the merits of the press conference in football.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Box2Box Friday 4th June 2021 - Roos Return, Euros Preview, Ange to Celtic?

After a hugely exciting week for Australian football, Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by Sky News' Ross Greenwood to discuss what the APL's new broadcast deal could mean for the domestic game. Melbourne City manager Patrick Kisnorbo also joins the show after securing City's first piece of A-League silverware, while Sky Sports NZ's Jason Pine reflects on Wellington Phoenix's glorious coming.  Last but certainly not least, the great Martin Tyler previews this weekend's Champions League final and casts an eye towards the Euros. With all the usual contributions from Willem van Denderen, Derek Dyson & Dean Hennessey.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Box2Box Friday 28th May 2021 - Broadcast Deal, City Premiers, Phoenix return, UCL Final

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This week Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined in studio by Melbourne City’s US import Samantha Johnson for a wide ranging chat about Australia’s female development, the Olympics and more. Central Coast Mariners defender Ruon Tongyik provides insight on the club’s turnaround, while Joey Lynch discusses where it’s gone wrong for Western United. All the big final weekends around Europe are previewed, with ex-Liverpool man Stephen Warnock discussing their dramatic late push for the Champions League. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by The Athletic's Chelsea expert Liam Twomey to celebrate Sam Kerr's success, and preview the FA Cup and Champions League finals ahead of the men's side. Rob Tanner previews the FA Cup final from Leicester's point of view, while locally Brisbane Roar boss Warren Moon discusses the navigation of his side's heavy pre-finals workload. Willem van Denderen covers all of the A-League's big issues, while Derek Dyson returns to cover the big stories in Europe - including the passing of Cologne's famous goat mascot, Hennes VIII." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Box2Box Friday 14th May 2021

In this episode Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by Socceroos manager Graham Arnold, as he looks ahead to Australia’s upcoming World Cup Qualifiers, and Olyroos Olympics campaign. Adriano Del Monte recaps Inter Milan’s drought breaking Serie A success, and The Guardian’s Jamie Jackson discusses the week’s fan protests at Manchester United. Willem van Denderen addresses all the big issues in the A-League, while Dean Hennessey reviews the Champions League semi-finals, and ponders whether Derby County can avoid the drop to League One.' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This is a show devoted to all things Football (soccer). It features the latest news from the “world game” with a local emphasis on both the A-League and (of course) Australia’s Socceroos, in particular, their World Cup campaign.

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