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The podcast from thefootballsack.com for Russia - These boys love the Socceroos. Join them as they take a fun, irreverent and a little bit cheeky look at the Socceroos World Cup campaign.

thefootballsack.com | World Cup Podcast Team


    • Jul 16, 2018 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 36m AVG DURATION
    • 19 EPISODES


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    Ep 12 - Allez les Blues

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2018 50:08


    Smithy, Jez and Aaron wrap up an action-packed World Cup Final, hand out some awards, discuss their best eleven from the cup and re-visit their pre-tournament predictions!

    Ep 11 - Hold On, England's Going Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2018 36:54


    England are going home, but football is not going with them, as Smithy, Jeremy and Aaron dissect Croatia's slow but sure victory. The trio also discuss France's win over Belgium and preview the final, while Aaron goes all Michael Scott on the teams who have already been eliminated #BoomRoasted

    Ep 10 - It's (Possibly) Coming Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2018 36:29


    Smithy, Jeremy and Aaron prepare football's homecoming party, because England are obviously nailed on to win it from here, right? The trio also discuss whether they'd be brave enough to step up in a penalty shootout and preview the final four, while Aaron decides he's going to try and offend as many teams as possible.

    Ep 9 - Gerald Northgate

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2018 42:05


    Smithy, Louis and Aaron discuss the bizzaro world we currently find ourselves in, one where England have won a penalty shootout at a major tournament. The lads sadly wave goodbye to Mexico and preview the quarter finals.

    Ep 8 - The Rain in S(pain)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2018 35:58


    Smithy, Jez and Aaron tear into an insipid Spanish performance, drool over Kylian Mbappe and inevitably, discuss Ronaldo's fixation with his quads.

    Ep 7 - Sweet 16

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2018 47:41


    Louis, Stu and Sean return to the studio to wrap up the group stage and preview the Round of 16!

    Ep 6 - As Peru-sual

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2018 35:36


    It's a dark day in the studio, as Smithy, Az and Jez and mourn the Socceroos exit and ponder where we went wrong (Hint: It had nothing to do with Tim Cahill). Meanwhile, the boys discuss Argentina's great escape while Smithy needles Aaron over South Korea.

    Ep 5 - Panamania

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2018 34:40


    Smithy returns to the pod to join Louis and Jez to debate whether Panama are the worst World Cup team in the history of the competition, while the boys also look ahead to the Socceroos' do-or-die clash with Peru.

    Ep 4 - The Green (and Gold) Mile

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2018 35:50


    Despite Smithy's absence, the boys, much like the Socceroos, are still alive. Jez and Aaron dissect Australia's latest result against the Great Danes, while Croatia leave Louis satisfied and sleep deprived.

    Ep 3 - VARcical

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2018 39:41


    Smithy, Louis, Sean and Jez discuss the Socceroos' gallant loss to France, while Louis waxes lyrical about the game of the tournament (so far) between Spain and Portugal. Meanwhile, Sean eats humble pie after last week's claim and goes studs-in on the VAR.

    Ep 2 - Arzani, You Little Ripper!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2018 36:51


    Our World Cup podcast for Russia! Ben, Louis, Sean and Aaron worship Australia's new lord and saviour Daniel Arzani, discuss which footballers would star in a Zoolander remake and lament the lack of Leroy Sane in Russia. Plus, Sean makes a bold claim about the host nation which may or may not see him on Putin's hit list. 

    Ep 1 - An Egyptian Out of Nowhere

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2018 35:39


    The countdown to the Russia 2018 World Cup is underway! Ben, Louis, Stu and Jez take to the studio to discuss the Socceroos' chances of hoisting the trophy following their victory over a powerhouse Czech Republic side, ponder the possibility of a Mo Salah vs Sergio Ramos Royal Rumble and try on some VAR-induced tinfoil hats.

    Quicker than Ben Halloran

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2014 32:45


    The Football Sack World Cup Podcast comes to an end with jokes coming in faster than Ben Halloran! With Mark Birighitti and Andrew Nabbout stopping by we also wrap up the real SBS Social Hub before presenting the best bloopers this side of Christ the Redeemer. Thanks for joining us in 2014!

    Live podcast from Arrivederci Pizzeria

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2014 61:13


    ABC's Tom Greenard and the Radio TAB's James Clark join a host of other guests as the podcast is recorded in front of a live audience!

    Not as boring as NED v ARG, we promise

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2014 17:17


    We reluctantly reflect on the snoozefest that was Netherlands vs Argentina. May that game never be mentioned again. 

    Not sure if Brazil or World of Warcraft

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2014 27:31


    The boys are joined by former Big Brother resident and Breakfast Radio Host Michael Beveridge who explains the failings of the Brazilian team with real-life World of Warcraft examples.

    5 bottles of wine and a Vespa

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2014 21:55


    The boys are podding on a non-match day, because Christian had too much wine to make it to Sunday's recording. Journalist Ray Gatt from The Australian joins us to share his experiences from Brazil. 

    The Colon Setback

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2014 23:32


    An amazing SBS Social Hub brings about new terminology.

    Super Round of 16

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2014 33:45


    The boys are joined by one of the biggest football fans in Super Rugby, Alexander Rokobaro who plays for Melbourne Rebels. Also includes the real SBS Social Hub.

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