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Football Friends with Ben & Stef

Football Friends
a-League
Football
Soccer
Adelaide United
Socceroos
Coaching
Team Bonding
Community Engagement
Perth Glory
Mental Health
Melbourne City
Asian Cup
Melbourne Victory
Western United
Central Coast Mariners
Matildas
Wellington Phoenix
National Second Division
Middlesbrough
APL

Welcome to Football Friends with Ben & Stef! Join Sydney FC's Ben Garuccio, and former Adelaide United captain, Stefan Mauk, as they chat about their personal stories, keep you across the biggest news coming out of Australian football, and give you an insight into the world of Australian Football like you've never seen before. Episodes uploaded weekly, ready for your Wednesday morning commute. Sea... more

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Football Friends with Ben Garuccio and Stefan Mauk is back and the lads pull no punches when it comes to some of the hottest topics in Australian football.

The guys review the Sydney Derby, revealing the moment Ben got "hammered" by his teammates f... more

Ben and Stef are back with a cracking episode of the podcast, for the first time, brought to you by and available on football360.com.au, Australia's new home for football content.

In this week's episode:

00:18: Introduction00:30: Stef's latest pe... more

Golf or football? The boys take inspiration from Gareth Bale this week as they discuss how to best balance professional football with life's other interests.

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Join the Football Friends as Stef prepares to take on Harry Kewell in the Vietnam League later this weekend, while Ben's Sydney FC get another tight 1-0 win to keep the hunt alive for the A-League Premiership!

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Recent Guests

Richie Alagich
Former Adelaide United player
Adelaide United
Episode: I Told The Coach Not To Select My Son | Richie Alagich: Born Into It
Richie Aligich
Coach/mentor figure featured in Born Into It segment
Episode: Steven Gerrard Slip In The Vietnam League!
Dylan Pierias
Professional footballer playing for Adelaide United
Adelaide United
Episode: S2E16: DYLAN PIERIAS EXCLUSIVE
Alex Gersbach
Professional football player returning to the A-League after several years overseas
Western Sydney Wanderers
Episode: S2E15: ALEX GERSBACH EXCLUSIVE
Beau Busch
CEO of the Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA)
PFA
Episode: S2E13: Beau Busch - PFA CEO
James Holland
A professional footballer with extensive experience in Europe and Australia.
Episode: S2E12: JAMES HOLLAND - From Sydney to the Socceroos
Jack Irvine
Captain of St. Pauli in the Bundesliga, former Celtic player, and Socceroos member
St. Pauli
Episode: S2E11: JACKSON IRVINE - Celtic Wonderkid to Bundesliga Captain
Lachlan Brook
Professional footballer currently playing for Real Salt Lake in MLS
Real Salt Lake
Episode: S2E10: From Adelaide to the MLS - Lachlan Brook’s Football Journey
Michael Ruhs
Player who scored the match-winning goal against Sydney.
Western United
Episode: The A-League Wrap - ROUND 8

Hosts

Ben Garuccio
Host of Football Friends with Ben & Stef; frequent guest on topics spanning his professional football career and league insights.
Stefan Mauk
Co-host with in-depth experience as a professional footballer and captaincy roles; offers analysis on play, development, and league dynamics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 94 ratings
  • Great podcast!

    I really enjoy listening to this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AUFC!
    Australiaa year ago
  • Refreshing take on Australian football. Loving the depth of knowledge and unique perspective from good current players in the A-League. One episode in and can't wait for the next. Good job boys!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    jaseoneBNE
    2 years ago

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Some episodes lean heavily into league-specific topics, which may appeal most to dedicated football fans.
The hosts mix personal stories with sharp industry observations, which keeps discussions fresh.
Consistent energy and accessibility make it easy for guests to share candid insights while still delivering analysis.
Great podcast; guests feel authentic and grounded in real-world football experiences.
Fresh takes on Australian football governance and media dynamics likely resonate with marketing and sponsorship teams.

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#54
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I Told The Coach Not To Select My Son | Richie Alagich: Born Into It
Q: Talk to us a little bit about obviously your playing career, and then when the boys came along, and how you kind of went about getting them into football.
Richie explains that after finishing his professional career, he and his partner focused on supporting their kids by providing a fun, pressure-free environment, encouraging exploration of football and other sports, and letting the children develop their own passion rather than forcing a specific path.
Born Into It: Mark Robertson
Q: Was it always planned for Alex to go overseas to pursue football?
After seeing Alex's talent, I knew it was an opportunity to surround him with better competition and coaching.
Born Into It: Mark Robertson
Q: Are you starting out for him to be active or a skilled sportsman?
I want him to do team sports and be physically active, knowing how sports help with mental resilience.
S2E16: DYLAN PIERIAS EXCLUSIVE
Q: Why did you decide against AIS for Melbourne City?
I just think... you didn't want to leave your mum and dad, huh?
S2E16: DYLAN PIERIAS EXCLUSIVE
Q: What do you think clicked in that second year?
In that second year, I was a little bit older and Rizzo ended up getting a decent injury, which led to me getting more consistent playing time.

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A candid, conversational show led by two Australian football players, focusing on life in the sport, behind-the-scenes realities, and the evolving landscape of Australian football. Episodes balance personal anecdotes from league and international play with sharp takes on media, fan engagement, coaching, and development pathways. Notable strengths include a relaxed, relatable vibe from players with direct experience in the A-League and regional leagues, plus timely discussions about branding, governance, and the player journey abroad. This mix makes it useful for listeners who want both authentic player perspectives and practical industry insights, from marketing to talent development and league dynamics.

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1. Richie Alagich
2. Richie Aligich
3. Dylan Pierias
4. Alex Gersbach
5. Beau Busch
6. James Holland
7. Jack Irvine
8. Lachlan Brook

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