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Ersan GÃ¼lÃ¼m

Joey Lynch

World Cup Corner

Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Will Hastie…
The Socceroos are just days away from their World Cup opener against Türkiye in Vancouver! Melbourne-born Ersan Gülüm played for Australia’s U23s and seven times for Turkiye’s senior side; also formerly of Beshiktas and the current Hume City president, Ersan faces the classic Aussie conundrum of split allegiance this World Cup.
Then to the USA, where Joey Lynch (ESPN) is travelling with the Socceroos team, Joey looks at the tournament vibe in North America and looks into the crystal ball to how the tournament will play out for Australia.
Also on the agenda: Arnie’s Iraq secure Spain draw, Matildas fall to Mexico and Iraola joins Liverpool…
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Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Will Hastie&hellip; The Socceroos are just days away from their World Cup opener against T&uuml;rkiye in Vancouver! Melbourne-born Ersan G&uuml;l&uuml;m played for Australia&rsquo;s U23s and seven times for Turkiye&rsquo;s senior side; also formerly of Beshiktas and the current Hume City president, Ersan faces the classic Aussie conundrum of split allegiance this World Cup. Then to the USA, where Joey Lynch (ESPN) is travelling with the Socceroos team, Joey looks at the tournament vibe in North America and looks into the crystal ball to how the tournament will play out for Australia. Also on the agenda: Arnie&rsquo;s Iraq secure Spain draw, Matildas fall to Mexico and Iraola joins Liverpool&hellip; Follow us on X: <a href="https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS">https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS </a>Like us on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243">https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243</a> Enjoy our written content: <a href="https://www.box2boxnts.com.au/">https://www.box2boxnts.com.au/</a>

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 UEFA Champions League and the other major European competitions including Premier League, La Liga, Serie A and the Bundesliga.

Box2Box features a line-up of experts who are famous for their hard-hitting opinions and each week we’ll chat current and former players along with some of the most authoritative journalists. The show digs deep into the politics and business of the world game providing insight and analysis fleshing out football's biggest issues.

Box2Box is a partnership between Gilbert Media and Australia’s Football Fan Network, the Green & Gold Army.

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 &amp; Matildas playing abroad and all Australia's FIFA World Cup qualification news.&nbsp;We&rsquo;ll also be spending plenty of time on the UEFA Champions League and the other major European competitions including Premier League, La Liga, Serie A and the Bundesliga.
Box2Box features a line-up of experts who are famous for their hard-hitting opinions and each week we&rsquo;ll chat current and former players along with some of the most authoritative journalists. The show digs deep into the politics and business of the world game providing insight and analysis fleshing out football's biggest issues.
Box2Box is a partnership between Gilbert Media and Australia&rsquo;s Football Fan Network, the Green &amp; Gold Army.

Box2Box Football Network

Box2Box, as the name implies, is a weekly podcast for fans, experts and part-time enthusiasts. Enjoy genuine football analysis and conversation covering the whole spectrum of the game 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 UEFA Champions League and the other major European competitions including Premier League, La Liga, Serie A and the Bundesliga. 

Box2Box features a line-up of experts who are famous for their hard-hitting opinions and each week we’ll chat current and former players along with some of the most authoritative journalists. The show digs deep into the politics and business of the world game providing insight and analysis fleshing out football's biggest issues. 

Box2Box is a partnership between Gilbert Media and Australia’s Football Fan Network, the Green & Gold Army.

Box2Box, as the name implies, is a weekly podcast for fans, experts and part-time enthusiasts. Enjoy genuine football analysis and conversation covering the whole spectrum of the game 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 &amp; Matildas playing abroad and all Australia's FIFA World Cup qualification news.&nbsp;We&rsquo;ll also be spending plenty of time on the UEFA Champions League and the other major European competitions including Premier League, La Liga, Serie A and the Bundesliga. Box2Box features a line-up of experts who are famous for their hard-hitting opinions and each week we&rsquo;ll chat current and former players along with some of the most authoritative journalists. The show digs deep into the politics and business of the world game providing insight and analysis fleshing out football's biggest issues. Box2Box is a partnership between Gilbert Media and Australia&rsquo;s Football Fan Network, the Green &amp; Gold Army.

Box2Box - Ersan Gülüm previews Socceroos vs Türkiye, Joey Lynch as World Cup arrives in the USA

Dan Barber

Andy Newport

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 in the role, and joins us for the first time.
Then to Scotland, where a foreign manager will lead the national team for just the second time after the appointment of Belgian Sebastian Pocognoli. The Daily Record’s Andy Newport explains why the new era has been met with optimism - in contrast to the early season mood at Rangers, Celtic and Hearts.
Also on the agenda: Chelsea & Manchester City among Premier League pacesetters, Xavi Hernandez to the Netherlands and plenty more…
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Lions FC are Australia&rsquo;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&rsquo;s time. Manchester-born manager Dan Barber has excelled in his first season in the role, and joins us for the first time. Then to Scotland, where a foreign manager will lead the national team for just the second time after the appointment of Belgian Sebastian Pocognoli. The Daily Record&rsquo;s Andy Newport explains why the new era has been met with optimism - in contrast to the early season mood at Rangers, Celtic and Hearts. Also on the agenda: Chelsea &amp; Manchester City among Premier League pacesetters, Xavi Hernandez to the Netherlands and plenty more&hellip; Follow us on X: <a href="https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS">https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS </a>Like us on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243">https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243</a> Enjoy our written content: <a href="https://www.box2boxnts.com.au/">https://www.box2boxnts.com.au/ </a>

Box2Box - Lions FC manager Dan Barber ahead of Australia Cup semi-finals, Andy Newport on Scotland’s Pocognoli appointment

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 (10/Paramount+) returns to assess their moves; there has also been a quick managerial switch at Macarthur, and the Australia Cup is working towards its final stages.
The Premier League also returned with Hull City and Brighton & Hove Albion the big winners. The BBC’s Chief Football Writer Phil McNulty on what went wrong at Aston Villa, Chelsea’s new era, and plenty more. 
Also on the agenda: Kevin Lamour departs FIFA as Infantino drums up support & more…
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Box2Box, with Rob Gilbert and Willem van Denderen.&nbsp; 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 (10/Paramount+) returns to assess their moves; there has also been a quick managerial switch at Macarthur, and the Australia Cup is working towards its final stages. The Premier League also returned with Hull City and Brighton &amp; Hove Albion the big winners. The BBC&rsquo;s Chief Football Writer Phil McNulty on what went wrong at Aston Villa, Chelsea&rsquo;s new era, and plenty more. Also on the agenda: Kevin Lamour departs FIFA as Infantino drums up support &amp; more&hellip; Follow us on X: <a href="https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS">https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS </a>Like us on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243">https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243</a> Enjoy our written content: <a href="https://www.box2boxnts.com.au/">https://www.box2boxnts.com.au/ </a>

Box2Box - Daniel Garb as Socceroos land big moves abroad, Phil McNulty on Premier League’s opening weekend

Box2Box, with Willem van Denderen & Will Hastie. 
In the week of Western United’s winding up in the Federal Court, South Melbourne Hellas indicated their desire to open formal talks with the APL over A-Leagues licences - and on Monday took a step forward as co-President Bill Papastergiadis held a discussion with Steve Rosich. Papastergiadis discusses why they club feel this time should be different, and their A-League & Asian ambitions.
Then to Japan, where Mitch Duke & Tete Yengi are spearheading J1. League leaders Machida Zelvia among a number of Aussie threads in the early weeks of the season. The Asian Game’s Scott McIntyre returns with the ACL draw also upcoming - the Newcastle Jets to return to the continent after a long absence.
Also on the agenda: Australia Cup ‘Cupset’ balance, U20 Asian Cup cycle to start again and Manchester City prepare for life without Rodri.
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Box2Box, with Willem van Denderen &amp; Will Hastie.&nbsp; In the week of Western United&rsquo;s winding up in the Federal Court, South Melbourne Hellas indicated their desire to open formal talks with the APL over A-Leagues licences - and on Monday took a step forward as co-President Bill Papastergiadis held a discussion with Steve Rosich. Papastergiadis discusses why they club feel this time should be different, and their A-League &amp; Asian ambitions. Then to Japan, where Mitch Duke &amp; Tete Yengi are spearheading J1. League leaders Machida Zelvia among a number of Aussie threads in the early weeks of the season. The Asian Game&rsquo;s Scott McIntyre returns with the ACL draw also upcoming - the Newcastle Jets to return to the continent after a long absence. Also on the agenda: Australia Cup &lsquo;Cupset&rsquo; balance, U20 Asian Cup cycle to start again and Manchester City prepare for life without Rodri. Follow us on X: <a href="https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS">https://twitter.com/Box2BoxNTS </a>Like us on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243">https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028871306243</a> Enjoy our written content: <a href="https://www.box2boxnts.com.au/">https://www.box2boxnts.com.au/</a>

Box2Box - Ersan Gülüm previews Socceroos vs Türkiye, Joey Lynch as World Cup arrives in the USA

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