Inside Football with Joe Simon Podcast

MAFFS is back to celebrate the end of a very MAFFSY A-League-Mens season. Special guest Vince Rugari joins Joe Simon, Nick Stoll and Teo Pellizzeri to review a magnificent Mariners season, discuss the All-Stars clash with Arsenal and the demolition of Newcastle, Ange bringing Tottenham to Melbourne, plus your questions. Get in touch with us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/MAFFS_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The make Australian football fun society (this week featuring Nick Stoll, Teo Pellizzeri and Alex Molchanoff) discusses all the big news from the A-League and around the globe, including: - All the fallout from the epic semi-final between Wellington and Melbourne Victory and a surprising reason why the Nix might have fallen. - The Mariners knocking out Sydney FC and what it says about their respective seasons. - Why the National Second Division is the Sagrada Familia of Australian Football. - The betting scandal at Macarthur - The A-League all-starsLet us know your ideas and comments by contacting us on our social media channels. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MAFFS is back and Joe Simon, Josh Parish and Teo Pellizzeri are here to bring you the best bits in Australian Football this week. The first legs of the semi-finals are compete, who of Central Coast vs. Sydney and Wellington vs. Victory will make the final?Plus, the official MAFFS board game, Kyra Cooney-Cross in lilywhite, King Nizzard and the Lizard Wizard, MAFFSimo Luongo and Jackson Irvine promoted, violins, will Ange play the kids against Manchester City + your questions. Get in touch with us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/MAFFS_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A special post-Melbourne derby episode drops as Nick Stoll and Joe Simon are joined by 'the voice of fun Australia Football' Teo Pellizzeri to discuss the incredible match of Paul Izzo for Melbourne Victory and where it ranks in all-time Australian goalkeeping performances. Eventually, Josh 'Sidelines' Parish joins to give his thoughts on both elimination finals including Joe 'the candy man' Lolley, and something he'd never seen before in NPL. Taryn Heddo joins the crew to discuss Sydney FC's historic fifth A-League Women championship and discuss the post-match comments of a very frustrated Dario Vidosic. Finally the team discuss the Mariners winning the league, Massimo Luongo back in the Premier League and Ange Postecoglou's struggles. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There was so many fun things in Australian football it was hard to fit them all in; Nick Stoll, Teo Pellizzeri and a late-arriving Josh Parish try to get through it all. - A-League finals - Burner accounts - Odd bits of signed A-League merchandise - Coaches in baths - The title race going to the last day of the season- Simultaneous kick-offs - The great barrier chief- Mariners in Asia - Kewell into ACL final - YouTubers - Why Stoll thought the Phoenix hated him for a moment this week- Leigh Broxham's tribute - Why Arnie and Totti's meeting is like De Niro and Pacino in Heat. - Why Irankunda and Farrell's meeting is like Ali and Frazier in Manilla. A bizarre show, thanks to the 15 million of you that listen every week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh 'Sidelines' Parish is back and joins Nick Stoll and Joe Simon to discuss all the latest in Australian football including: - The Olyroos failure and the ensuring debate or lack thereof.- Do we need more than just 'sideline' reporters? - Curses in world football and Australian football. - The cancellation of the Warren/Dolan awards night. - The wooden spoon battle between Perth and Western United. - Kusini Yengi becoming a hero at Portsmouth. - Why string goal nets need to be replaced by chain metal. - The retirement of Melbourne Victory legend Leigh Broxham. - Worst ever A-League strikers - Can Arj Barker and the breastfeeding mother help the A-League?- Should we create our awards night?  Get in touch with us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/MAFFS_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Light out and away we go! MAFFS is back with Nick Stoll, Joe Simon & Teo Pellizzeri here to ask what has made Australian football fun this week, and what would make it even more fun next week? The ALW match plunged into darkness, Tomoki Imai's new apprenticeship, an all-time great Sydney Derby, the Irankunda saga, Olyroos take on Jordan plus your questions. Get in touch with us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/MAFFS_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This show has it all: - A Q&A with broadcasting legend Josh 'sidelines' Parish - An investigation into whether 'Seven Nation Army' was conceived 700 meters away from AAMI Park - Not afraid to ask the big questions like: what is the current time in New Zealand?- Angel Torres - goals, hair, agent. - Bruno Fornaroli celebrating against his old side and should Tony Popovic get another season?- Technical difficulties with playing clips- Nestory Irankunda getting snubbed for Olyroos selection- Robert Mak's red cardSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Make Australian Football Fun Society (MAFFS) is back in session as Nick Stoll, Joe Simon and Teo Pellizzeri discuss all the latest in the A-League men's and women's and absolutely no AFL. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No Stoll, No Parish, No Simon, no worries. The big three of Teo Pellizzeri, Nick D'Urbano and Damir Kulas combine to discuss the Socceroos' victories over Lebanon, a potential home of football and the A-League all-stars. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MAFFS is back!Joe Simon & Teo Pellizzeri are here to discuss what has made Australian Football fun this week. Auckland announced, strategic pitch invaders, Socceroos squad named, Mariners multiple celebrations, a heavy number of Sherrin violations plus your questions. Get in touch with us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/MAFFS_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh Parish and Nick Stoll convene the latest meeting of the Make Australian Football Fun Society to discuss Sam Kerr's spew in the back of a taxi and the media/social media reaction that followed. They also discuss Daniel Penha, problems at the Wanderers, who will win the A-League golden boot and Australian cult heroes overseas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It has been a wild week in Australian football. Nick Stoll, Joe Simon & Teo Pellizzeri are here to break down the good and the not-so-MAFFSY. Young Tillies in the snow, when is it acceptable to not celebrate a goal, the young stars shining in the A-League, Ben Old Gold & The Great Barrier Chief plus your questions. We also address the disappointing incident between fans and police outside Suncorp Stadium. Get in touch with us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/MAFFS_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been a MAFFSy week, so Nick Stoll, Joe Simon & Josh Parish are back to discuss the fun. Moneybag Mariners, Tillies bring the heat, 'The Duck', A-League theme parks, Josh's sexiest NPL players & what is the worst Australian football miss ever? Get in touch with us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/MAFFS_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a special Tuesday MAFFS following the dramatic end to Melbourne Victory vs Western United, and Nick Stoll, Joe Simon, Josh Parish & Teo Pellizzeri are here to unpack the fun. Da Silva Da Livering late, Penha's panenka & pain, who is more fun Perth vs Central Coast Mariners, re-creating Nike ads, Taylor Swift songs (A-League edition) plus your questions. Get in touch with us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/MAFFS_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Make Australian Football Fun Society is back with Nick Stoll, Joe Simon and Teo Pellizzeri and they ask the big questions: - Which A-League player would be best on a knock-off shirt? (2:30)- How exactly did we smash American Samoa 31-0? (10:10) - What should happened when there is a kit clash? (16:20) - How did Sydney FC women's team bus end up going to the wrong ground? (27:00)- Why Victory failed to achieve a MAFFS dream (34:00) - Is this Ruben Zadkovich apex mountain as a coach? (36:45) - Is this actually one of the best seasons ever in terms of the quality of the teams? (43:00) - Will Patrick Wood's incredible miss actually be forgotten pretty quickly? (47:20) - Should you sack your coach mid-tournament and is Joe an oracle? (53:45)- Tim Cahill or the magic trick goal celebrations - what was the real reason behind Qatar's Asian Cup success? (1:00:35) Then to finish, Josh Parish calls in live (with some of the worst audio you've ever heard) from the Veneto Club press box as Preston takes on Bulleen in NPL Victoria. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It has been a week full of drama in Australian Football, and Josh Parish, Joe Simon, Teo Pellizzeri and Nick D'Urbano are here to dissect the action. How to make the Socceroos exit from the Asian Cup fun (impossible), Rudan rants, the most fun player names to commentate, Angel Torres love, our A-League security guard reality TV series & your questions. Get in touch with us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/MAFFS_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Stoll, Joe Simon, Josh Parish & Teo Pellizzeri break down the week that was in Australian Football. The Socceroos advance to the semi-finals of the Asian Cup with a 4-0 victory that should have been more fun than it was, ideas to make Unity Round more fun, Redfoo at a Victory game and much more. Get in touch with us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/MAFFS_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was not a fun week for Australian football. After a bit of usual nonsense, Josh Parish, Teo Pellizzeri and Nick Stoll get into the disappointing news that almost half of the workforce behind the A-Leagues were made redundant this week. They discuss what it means for the domestic game, what it says about media in 2024 and the reaction to the news. They also talk about how can the football media that remains actually make Australian football more fun - and the role that the audience plays in that. An unusually serious discussion eventually ends and they conclude by taking a look at the Colakovski-Taggart partnership at Perth, the brilliance of Max Burgess and why the Socceroos will now probably win the Asian Cup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MAFFS is back with Nick Stoll, Joe Simon and Josh Parish talking the most fun Australian Football moments so far in 2024. The best round of goals in the A-League ever, Socceroos at the Asian Cup, what to do with Sam Kerr, listener questions and so much more! Follow us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/MAFFS_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The big questions Nick D'Urbano, Joe Simon and Nick Stoll ask this week: - Who is the best goalkeeper in the A-League? And do they have Australian ancestry? - Should we use the third goalkeeper spot in the Asian Cup squad to sneak in a legend? Can we get Bozza? Can we get Ange?- What is the most iconic moment at Gosford stadium? The kid with the sniper? The sauce bottle giving Jets fans the finger? The streaker who was wearing a moon boot? Usain Bolt? - How much would retro NSL kits be worth? - Is Ben Old a terrible name for a young precarious talent? Should he swap names with Jamie Young? - Is Alex Paulsen really 183cm or 193cm? Someone is lying. - What is the record for most penalty saves in an A-League season? - Would football massively improve with more indirect free-kicks in the box? - Which A-League coach was in Stoll's DMs? - Did John Aloisi's red card actually demonstrate his greatness? - Can we get Zinedine Machach a fake ID as 'Aussie Dean' and get him on the plane to Qatar? - Are MIT physicists studying Sydney FC's strange new manager bounce? Is it bouncing like a Sherrin? - Does Angel Torres have the most irrational confidence in the league? - Is Ange turning the tide with Tottenham? If you have answers to any of the following - get in touch on Twitter @MAFFS_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on MAFFS, Josh Parish, Teo Pellizzeri & Nick D'Urbano are here to chat what made Australian Football fun this week. Fornaroli magic, the Socceroos Asian Cup squad, footy and Princess Park & much more. Follow us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/MAFFS_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Macarthur and Adelaide played out a 7-goal thriller and that inspired questions like: do we need a better nickname for Nestory Irankunda? Can Ulises Davila be called up for the Socceroos? Should the keeper always be sent up for a last minute corner? Is there anything in the rules that say a horse can't play football? The boys also discuss what is the best forgotten A-League goal? Is Ange better than Pep? Has the orange ball ever been used in Australia? Was there originally meant to be A-League champion rings? Who should be in the Asian Cup squad? How do you fill air-time on TV when there is a weather delay?It's weird, it's chaotic, it's MAFFS. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Stoll, Joe Simon & Teo Pellizzeri are back to discuss what made Australian Football Fun this week. Why the Spanish press are labelling Ange 'Hercules', the Sydney Derby, Auckland expansion team & a very confusing goal. Follow us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/MAFFS_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Stoll, Joe Simon, Josh Parish and the newly promoted Nick D'Urbano are here to discuss what made Australian football fun this week. Socceroos victory over Bangladesh, the National Second Division announcement, Raso's derby debut, D'Urbano's questionable fantasy football tactics & much more. Follow us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/MAFFS_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Stoll, Josh Parish and Teo Pellizzeri are back to discuss what made Australian football fun this week. Ange's high line, Irankunda's record-breaking fee, Sydney FC's new manager bounce & much more. Follow us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/MAFFS_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New logo, new podcast. Joe Simon, Josh Parish and Teo Pellizzeri are back to discuss what made Australian Football fun this week. Irankunda sees red, Sydney's struggles, Arzani magic, the NSD & more. Plus, Pokuah Frimpong joins us to chat all things A-League Womens. Follow us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/MAFFS_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MAFFS is back! Nick Stoll, Joe Simon, Josh Parish & special guest Teo Pellizzeri are here to chat about what made Australian Football fun this week - and there is plenty to discuss. Irankunda, 4Naroli, Matildas domination, Baccus finally scores, and the introduction of "Who does he play for?" Follow us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/MAFFS_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Stoll, Joe Simon & Josh Parish are back to chat about what made Australian Football fun this week. The Paramount+ Player Index, what is a Matilda, and, surprisingly, Patrick Kisnorbo are all on the menu. Follow us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/MAFFS_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Make Australian Football Fun Society is the podcast that always asks - what has made Australian Football fun this week, and what would make it even more fun next week?This week, Nick Stoll, Joe Simon & Josh Parish discuss the Football Ashes Trophy, the return of the A-Leagues, Ange, Cortnee Vine & much more. Follow us on Twitter:https://twitter.com/MAFFS_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Champions League final time - Manchester City and Inter Milan clash for the first time in history. Ed Kavalee & Nick Stoll join Joe to preview the final, discuss Messi to the MLS, Ange to Tottenham, and who will the Saudi's target next? Follow Inside Football on Twitter:https://twitter.com/insidefootballP Follow Inside Football on YouTube:www.youtube.com/@insidefootballpodcast Read our analysis:https://insidefootballwithjoesimon.substack.com/   Opening music by AstronaughySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The UEFA Champions League returns this week, as we look ahead to the second leg of the round of 16 fixtures. Nick Stoll joins Joe Simon to preview the biggest games in the Champions League and Europa League, discuss a potential manager swap, and who would you hand a 10-year contract to? Follow Inside Football on Twitter:https://twitter.com/insidefootballP Follow Inside Football on YouTube:www.youtube.com/@insidefootballpodcast Read our analysis:https://insidefootballwithjoesimon.substack.com/   Opening music by AstronaughySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The best World Cup Final ever?Santo Cilauro joins Joe to discuss the amazing final between Argentina and France, which saw Leo Messi finally lift his first World Cup trophy. Santo and Joe discuss how the tactical battle was won, plus the best moments of Qatar 2022. Follow Inside Football on Twitter:https://twitter.com/insidefootballP Follow Inside Football on YouTube:www.youtube.com/@insidefootballpodcast Read our analysis:https://insidefootballwithjoesimon.substack.com/   Opening music by AstronaughySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Stoll of Stan Sport joins Joe ahead of the World Cup Semi Finals! On the agenda today, full previews of the big matches:Argentina vs. CroatiaFrance vs. MoroccoAlso, Messi's World Cup quest, how Giroud makes France sing, and who will make the final of Qatar 22? Follow Inside Football on Twitter:https://twitter.com/insidefootballP Follow Inside Football on YouTube:www.youtube.com/@insidefootballpodcast Read our analysis:https://insidefootballwithjoesimon.substack.com/   Opening music by AstronaughySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Socceroos have returned home from Doha with raucous support awaiting them at the airport, and so has our guest Samantha Lewis from ABC Sport and The Far Post podcast. Sam fills us in on her Doha journey, her most memorable moment of the Socceroos campaign, and which Australian players may be attracting interest from abroad. Joe and Sam also discuss the timing and importance of supporting football in Australia, after the Socceroos inspiring performance and leading in to the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup Follow Inside Football on Twitter:https://twitter.com/inside_fballpod  Read our analysis:https://insidefootballwithjoesimon.substack.com/   Opening music by AstronaughySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Socceroos are in the last 16 of the FIFA World Cup for the second time in their history, and a huge clash against Argentina lies ahead. Comedian Danny McGinlay joins Joe to preview the match, reflect on the victory against Denmark, and re-discover who managed the Socceroos in 2018. Throughout the World Cup, Inside Football are teaming up with Kick360. Follow Inside Football on Twitter:https://twitter.com/inside_fballpod  Read our analysis:https://insidefootballwithjoesimon.substack.com/   Opening music by AstronaughySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Santo Cilauro & Tony Wilson are back and join Joe to reminisce on the Socceroos victory over Tunisia, and look ahead to the crucial clash against Denmark. Santo explains the importance of the result on this day in 1997, while Tony lets us in on his best ever Socceroos World Cup goals. Throughout the World Cup, Inside Football are teaming up with Kick360. Follow Inside Football on Twitter:https://twitter.com/inside_fballpod  Read our analysis:https://insidefootballwithjoesimon.substack.com/    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coming live and direct from Doha, Joe chats with The Asian Game's Scott McIntyre ahead of the Match Day 2 fixtures. We preview the Socceroos crucial clash against Tunisia, how Japan became such a force in world football, and Scott takes us inside the vibe in Doha. Throughout the World Cup, Inside Football are teaming up with Kick360. Follow Inside Football on Twitter:https://twitter.com/inside_fballpod  Read our analysis:https://insidefootballwithjoesimon.substack.com/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia kicked off their 2022 World Cup campaign in Doha which ended in defeat to holders France.Santo Cilauro & Tony Wilson join Joe to discuss The Socceroos hot start, what went wrong from there, and break down Saudi Arabia's incredible victory over Argentina. Throughout the World Cup, Inside Football are teaming up with Kick360. Follow Inside Football on Twitter:https://twitter.com/inside_fballpod  Read our analysis:https://insidefootballwithjoesimon.substack.com/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

World Cup 2022 in Qatar has begun!Joe is joined by author and four-time World Cup attendee Tony Wilson to discuss the opening day and look ahead to what we can expect in Doha. Joe and Tony also preview the Socceroos huge clash against France, reasons to be optimistic, and reflect on some of Tony's favourite World Cup experiences. Throughout the World Cup, Inside Football are teaming up with Kick360. Follow Inside Football on Twitter:https://twitter.com/inside_fballpod  Read our analysis:https://insidefootballwithjoesimon.substack.com/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alex Barker of The Athletic joins Joe to break down every single group of World Cup 2022, and analyse the teams, players, managers and break out stars to look out for. Alex and Joe predict who will advance through, some underdogs, and discuss why Alex is wrong about the Socceroos. Throughout the World Cup, Inside Football are teaming up with Kick360. Follow Inside Football on Twitter:https://twitter.com/inside_fballpod  Read our analysis:https://insidefootballwithjoesimon.substack.com/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With just over a week to go before the World Cup break, there is so much to play for in the last few remaining games. Ollie Geale joins Joe to break down some key matches this weekend, including Chelsea v Arsenal and Tottenham v Liverpool. Plus, how will players manage game time before the World Cup? Follow Inside Football on Twitter:https://twitter.com/inside_fballpod  Read our analysis:https://insidefootballwithjoesimon.substack.com/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Joe is joined by Ollie Geale and Ed Kavalee to discuss how Arteta has Arsenal ticking, the manager who is under fire, and how to stop Erling Haaland - by any means possible. Plus, Ed unveils his best theory yet. Follow Inside Football on Twitter:https://twitter.com/inside_fballpod  Read our analysis:https://insidefootballwithjoesimon.substack.com/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prince of European Football Nick Stoll returns to review a massive international break, and look ahead to a big weekend of derbies. Joe and Nick discuss who is looking strong ahead of the World Cup, and preview the two massive derbies this weekend as Arsenal host Tottenham and Manchester City host United. In Australia, Garang Kuol looks set to move to Premier League giants Newcastle, and discuss how the new A-League's All Access doco is a brilliant idea (from the mind of Nick Stoll?) Follow Inside Football on Twitter:https://twitter.com/inside_fballpod  Read our analysis:https://insidefootballwithjoesimon.substack.com/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prince of the Champions League Nick Stoll returns to wrap up a huge gameweek in European football. Joe and Nick break down Liverpool's woes, give a lot of love to Napoli, discuss Ange's journey with Celtic, the managerial role at Chelsea, and much more. Follow Inside Football on Twitter:https://twitter.com/inside_fballpod  Read our analysis:https://insidefootballwithjoesimon.substack.com/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's transfer deadline day! The Euro Expert Alex Barker is back to chat with Joe about all of the final-day action, as well as which new players to look out for, and which team has the top two signings of the window? Casemiro, Antony, Paqueta, Gordon, Tavares, Gakpo & many more names discussed. Follow Inside Football on Twitter:https://twitter.com/inside_fballpod  Read our analysis:https://insidefootballwithjoesimon.substack.com/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a huge weekend of football, Nick Stoll returns and joins Joe to discuss The Battle at The Bridge, where to point the finger at Manchester United, Mbappe downing tools, Haaland's 8 touches & lots more. Follow Inside Football on Twitter:https://twitter.com/inside_fballpod  Read our analysis:https://insidefootballwithjoesimon.substack.com/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back!! Ollie Geale joins Joe ahead of a brand new season to preview the Premier League, the key transfers across Europe, players to watch this year, and how can Barcelona spend any money?! Follow Inside Football on Twitter:https://twitter.com/inside_fballpod  Read our analysis:https://insidefootballwithjoesimon.substack.com/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Socceroos have remarkably defeated Peru and booked a spot in the Qatar 2022 World Cup! Ed Kavalee and Ollie Geale join Joe to discuss the momentous win, the dancing hero Andrew Redmayne, Ed's many theories and look ahead to the World Cup in November. Follow Inside Football on Twitter: https://twitter.com/inside_fballpod  Read our analysis: https://insidefootballwithjoesimon.substack.com/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ahead of a MASSIVE Champions League final this weekend, former Socceroo and Australian football legend Mark Bosnich as well as Stan Sport's Nick Stoll join Joe to preview the big clash. How each team made it to the final, the key match-ups, the battle of the managerial minds and much more. Follow Inside Football on Twitter: https://twitter.com/inside_fballpod  Read our analysis: https://insidefootballwithjoesimon.substack.com/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BT Sport's Arsenal mega-fan Ollie Geale joins Joe as they preview the huge North London Derby this week. Arsenal currently hold fourth place, but will it be advantage Spurs after this week? Plus, Klopp and Guardiola exchange words, and who needs to grow up. Follow Inside Football on Twitter: https://twitter.com/inside_fballpod  Read our analysis: https://insidefootballwithjoesimon.substack.com/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.