Andy Newport on Scotland’s Sebastian Pocognoli appointment - Box2Box

Scotland have appointed Belgian Sebastian Pocognoli to replace Steve Clarke, just the second time they've selected outside their own borders in their long history.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, C…

Lions FC manager Dan Barber ahead of Australia Cup semi-finals - Box2Box

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.

Phil McNulty reviews Premier League season 2026/27 opening matchday - Box2Box

The Premier League kicked off for 2026/27 with Brighton & Hove Albion and newly-promoted Hull City among the big winners, while Manchester United and Aston Villa have work to do. The BBC Chief Football Writer Phil McNulty returns to the program...

Daniel Garb as trio of Socceroos land big post-World Cup moves - Box2Box

Lucas Herrington, Nestory Irankunda and Alessandro Circati headline the list of Socceroos to make post-World Cup moves, landing at Hull City, Sporting Lisbon and Benfica respectively in the past week. Daniel Garb (10/Paramount+) returns with the future of Aussies abroad looking bright, while Sasa O…

Scott McIntyre with Aussie threads to run through another J1 League season - Box2Box

The J1 League has kicked off for 2026/27, with Mitch Duke & Tete Yengi spearheading early leaders Machida Zelvia - while Jackson Irvine & Steve Corica headline big names starting their first campaign in the country. The Asian Game’s Scott McIntyre returns with the ACL draw also upcoming - the Newca…

Bill Papastergiadis as South Melbourne Hellas engage APL talks - Box2Box

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 discussion with Steve Rosich. Papastergiadis discusse…

Simon Hill on seismic ructions at Infantino’s FIFA following FFE plan - Box2Box

Gianni Infantino’s position as FIFA President looks increasingly untenable following a week where his floated plan to sell a portion of the World Cup to private investment was denounced emphatically by some confederations and many individual member nations. Simon Hill returns to pick through what’s…

Liam Twomey with Chelsea set for new era under Xabi Alonso - Box2Box

Chelsea’s hardline youth policy seems to have softened, with Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson among Xabi Alonso’s initial signings. The Athletic’s Liam Twomey considers whether a shift in attitude could bring a calming of the turbulent waters at Stamford Bridge.

John Didulica on Melbourne Victory’s Australia Cup ambition, managerial change - Box2Box

Melbourne Victory have advanced to the quarter-finals of the Australia Cup with a win over Western Sydney, and now look a real chance to again challenge for their first men’s silverware since 2022. Director of Football John Didulica discusses the board’s decision to change managers, the appointment…

Adriano Del Monte as Mancini returns to Azzurri but chaos remains - Box2Box

To Italy, where an apologetic Roberto Mancini has returned to manage the national team he deserted three years ago amid chaotic circumstances. Adriano Del Monte returns with the Calcio in desperate need of re-routing; there’s also a Serie A preview, including a look at Cristian Volpato and Ale Circ…