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Box2Box Football Network

Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley
World Cup
Socceroos
Matildas
Arsenal Football Club
Premier League
Auckland FC
a-League Women
a-League
a-League Men
Newcastle Jets
Leicester City
FIFA
PFA
Melbourne Victory
United States
Australia Cup
Japan
Bundesliga
Australia
Central Coast Mariners

Box2Box, as the name implies, is a weekly football podcast for fans, experts and part-time enthusiasts who enjoy genuine analysis and conversation from one end of the pitch to the other.

Top of the agenda each week will be the A-Leagues, a specific focus on the Socceroos & Matildas playing abroad and all Australia's FIFA World Cup qualification news. We’ll also be spending plenty of time on the U... more

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Latest Episodes

Box2Box, with Willem van Denderen & Derek Dyson!

Socceroo James Holland achieved plenty in his playing career, and the best could still be yet to come as he builds into management. An assistant to Oliver Glasner at first Crystal Palace and now Notti... more

Box2Box, with Willem van Denderen & Derek Dyson!

Central Coast Mariners women’s side have found new ownership in Holman Barnes Group, and are now preparing for the upcoming A-League season. New manager Dean Heffernan returns to the club which he pla... more

Lions FC are Australia’s most in-form side, already lifting three trophies in 2026 and with a Queensland NPL Grand Final and Australia Cup semi-final to come in a fortnight’s time. Manchester-born manager Dan Barber has excelled in his first season i... more

Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Willem van Denderen.

Lucas Herrington, Nestory Irankunda and Alessandro Circati headline the numerous Socceroos to have moved post-World Cup, with the former two making their club debuts over the weekend. Daniel Garb (1... more

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Recent Guests

Dean Heffernan
New manager of the Central Coast Mariners Women's Program
Central Coast Mariners (Women)
Episode: Box2Box - New Mariners women’s boss Dean Heffernan, Kieran Maguire as Premier League clubs again break transfer window records
Kieran Maguire
Professor of Football Finance at the University of Liverpool
Price of Football / University of Liverpool
Episode: Box2Box - New Mariners women’s boss Dean Heffernan, Kieran Maguire as Premier League clubs again break transfer window records
Dan Barber
Manager of Lions FC (Queensland MPL)
Lions FC
Episode: Box2Box - Lions FC manager Dan Barber ahead of Australia Cup semi-finals, Andy Newport on Scotland’s Pocognoli appointment
Scott McIntyre
Analyst on the Asian game
The Asian Game
Episode: Box2Box - Bill Papastergiadis as South Melbourne hold APL conversation, Scott McIntyre on Newcastle Jets’ ACL return
Bill Papastergiadis
Co-Chairman, South Melbourne Hellas
South Melbourne Hellas
Episode: Box2Box - Bill Papastergiadis as South Melbourne hold APL conversation, Scott McIntyre on Newcastle Jets’ ACL return
John Didulica
Melbourne Victory Director of Football
Melbourne Victory
Episode: Box2Box - John Didulica on Melbourne Victory’s managerial change, Adriano Del Monte as Mancini returns to Azzurri
Martyn Ziegler
Chief Sports Writer, The Times
The Times
Episode: Box2Box - Lachie Flannigan previews Australia Cup, Martyn Ziegler as FIFA’s integrity remains in the spotlight
Lachie Flannigan
10 Paramount Plus commentator for Australia Cup coverage
Paramount Plus
Episode: Box2Box - Lachie Flannigan previews Australia Cup, Martyn Ziegler as FIFA’s integrity remains in the spotlight
Bob Stoichewski
Australian football veteran
Green & Gold Army tour
Episode: Box2Box - Paul Williams diagnoses AFC contingent’s disappointing World Cup, Simon Stone reflects on England’s Azteca epic

Hosts

Derek Dyson
Co-host/Analyst on Box2Box Football Network
Michael Edgley
Host of Box2Box / Co-host on Box2Box / Various roles across Box2Box Football Network
Willem van Denderen
Co-host/Analyst on Box2Box / Box2Box Stoppage Time / Box2Box Network
Rob Gilbert
Host on Box2Box / Box2Box Football Network

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Something for everyone!

    Great podcast. Even if football is not for you, the live reads are highly entertaining. Wella wella!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Left wing wizardry
    Australiaa year ago
  • Must Listen

    Great podcast on all things football. Honest opinions and views on the world game with a fantastic range of incredible guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Football Philosopher
    Australia2 years ago
  • Quality, researched journalism

    Great podcast if you want to catch up on soccer news from the past week from all over the world. I also particularly like the new format with the shorter episode. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M_Mahoney
    Australia4 years ago
  • Great!

    Love the show, great in depth interviews. Keep to up. Can you fix your audio mic levels

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    postriver789
    Australia4 years ago
  • Outstanding football analysis

    Great blend of domestic and global football stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Megalols69
    Australia6 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

High-quality guests and deep-dive interviews that unpack the business side of the game.
Occasional audio quality issues noted by some listeners.
Smart, opinionated football analysis with a global perspective.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Box2Box - Teo Pellizzeri as Socceroos realign & progress, Martin Tyler as Tuchel’s England again do just enough
Q: What can we realistically expect from the Socceroos against Egypt in the knockout stage?
The panel expects a tight, competitive game with Australia leaning on transition play and fitness advantage, while considering lineup adjustments to add attacking options and increase bodies in midfield to support the strikers.
Box2Box - Joey Lynch as FIFA Men’s World Cup comes to a close, Tracey Holmes one year out from Brazil 2027
Q: What stood out to you about the World Cup final performance by Spain vs Argentina?
Spain showed systemic control and technical discipline, nullifying Messi and implementing a patient, high-precision game plan that overwhelmed Argentina as the match progressed, leading to a deserved victory.
Box2Box - Beau Busch with PFA & APL’s CBA discussions ‘exhausted’, Erik Paartalu as Australia Cup delivers magic en masse
Q: Beau, what were the three objectives you wanted to achieve beyond the traditional CBA?
The three objectives were to keep clubs able to invest in their teams, push for full-time professionalism in the women's game, and address broader issues such as fan engagement, governance, and the overall economic model beyond the CBA.
Stoppage Time - Daniel Garb as Socceroos realign World Cup campaign in San Francisco
Q: Question without notice, you've watched the Socceroos at the World Cup in its sort of recent era, as closely as anyone. We'll leave 1974 aside, but if you're picking a best 11, are you finding a spot in the centre of defence for Harry Souttar?
Yes, Souttar is undeniably a central figure; his leadership and defensive presence have been a standout, and he would be a natural centerpiece in any best XI given his impact and consistency.
Box2Box - Simon Hill on seismic ructions at Infantino’s FIFA, Liam Twomey as Chelsea's youth focus softens
Q: Can you help us unpack Infantino's strategy and why it collapsed so quickly?
Simon Hill explains that the move was an aggressive cash-in attempt tied to a new entity, backed by heavyweights and linked to large sums that would have redistributed money across member associations, but it faced unified resistance from UEFA, CONCACAF, and others, making the plan politically unviable and signaling a broader demand for governance reform within FIFA.

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What is Box2Box Football Network about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekly football discussion that blends deep tactical and governance analysis with big-picture global coverage. Listeners get a mix of domestic A-League/Matildas and Socceroos coverage alongside wide European perspectives on the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, and the Bundesliga, plus conversations about broadcasting rights, sponsorships, club ownership, and the business of football. The show routinely features journalists, former players, and coaches who offer blunt, informed takes on current seasons, transfer sagas, and what's shaping the sport beyond the pitch. A notable strength is the balance between on-field storytelling and structural insights into how football operates as a global industry, making it useful for fans and industry ... more

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1. Dean Heffernan
2. Kieran Maguire
3. Dan Barber
4. Scott McIntyre
5. Bill Papastergiadis
6. John Didulica
7. Martyn Ziegler
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