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Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by Socceroos mainstay Jackson Irvine to discuss the early stages of his career with Bundesliga 2. club St Pauli, and how he and the national side are handling the myriad of challenges being thrown their way during World Cup qualification. Later Marcela Mora y Araujo returns to the program following Lionel Messi’s passing of Pele’s record of most international goals scored by a South American man. After such a long, strained relationship, have the Argentian public finally fallen in love with their maestro? Willem van Denderen reports on all the big issues at home and abroad, including the return of the FFA Cup and Last 16 of the Asian Champions League, and Derek Dyson mediates a debate over the proposed biennial World Cup, and casts a critical eye over the Champions League.

In a remodelled Box2Box format, Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by former NSL star Scott Patterson to reflect on the Socceroos victories over China and Vietnam in the final stage of AFC Qualifying - was their cause for concern in the latter game, or should we take the points and move on? The PFA's co-Chief Executive Beau Busch returns to the program to discuss the specifics of their first Collective Bargaining Agreement in partnership with the APL, ahead of the new broadcast era. What does it mean for the future of our footballers, both male and female? Willem van Denderen continues to cover all the big issues in the world game with increased focus on local affairs, while Derek Dyson seeks to make sense of the week's madness in Sao Paulo, and the persistent push for a biennial World Cup.

Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by Football Australia CEO James Johnson for a wide-ranging chat on the state of the game: negotiations to bring the Socceroos home, High Performance appointments, and approach to raising pay in the women's game are all on the agenda. Former Socceroos skipper Paul Wade revels in the side's brilliant 3-0 win over China to kickstart the third phase of AFC World Cup qualifying, and Dimitri Petratos discusses his decision to sign with Western Sydney. Finally The Age's Michael Lynch rejoices in Tottenham's cracking start to the Premier League season - but is it sustainable? With the usual contributions from Willem van Denderen, Derek Dyson and Dean Hennessey, including a European Qualifiers wrap and deep-dive on the worsening state of Arsenal. 

In Box2Box's 300th episode Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by German Football expert Chris Williams, to reflect on the life and incredible goal scoring records of Gerd Müller, who passed away this week. With the A-League season in limbo PFA Chairman and Sydney FC skipper Alex Wilkinson provides an update on how Australia's playing cohort are preparing amid the uncertainty, and new Perth Glory signing Brandon O'Neill discusses why he's decided to return home. Finally our dear friend Rob Tanner reviews an electric start to the Premier League season, and looks ahead to Week Two.  In Stoppage Time the crew recall their highlights and memories from across the 300 episode journey. Thank you to everyone for your ongoing support of Box2Box, it means a great deal. We're super proud of the listenership we've built and can't wait for what's in store ahead of our next milestone. 

It's another bumper episode with Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley joined firstly by Simon Kuper, author of the newly released book Barca, to discuss the departure of their golden boy Lionel Messi and parlous financial state. The Australian's John Stensholt discusses Football Australia's plans to enter back into the World Cup bidding market, and new Central Coast Mariners manager Nick Montgomery reveals how he'll ensure last season's resurgence won't be a one-off. Finally The Athletic's Gregg Evans reflects on Jack Grealish's departure from Aston Villa, and looks towards how they'll spend their newly acquired riches. With the usual contributions from Willem van Denderen, Derek Dyson and Dean Hennessey. 

This week Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by Grace Gill to preview the Matildas Olympic quarter-final clash against Team GB, and John Kosmina to analyse where it went wrong for the Olyroos in Tokyo. Also in the first hour, The Athletic’s Matt Slater dissects the ongoing Financial Fair Play investigation into Manchester City, and what it could mean for Australia's A-League Champions. In the second hour Kieran Devlin, also of The Athletic, previews this weekend’s start of the Scottish Premier League, with Ange Postecoglou looking to revive fallen giant Celtic. With the usual contributions from Willem van Denderen, Dean Hennessey and Derek Dyson.

Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by The ABC's Stephanie Brantz and former Socceroo Scott McDonald to revel in the Matildas and Olyroos flying starts at the Tokyo Olympics, with both sides successful in their opening outings. The Matildas group was also flipped on its head with the all-conquering USA side going down 3-0 to Sweden. Jonathan Tannenwald of The Philadelphia Inquirer looks into where things went wrong, and if they can turn it around. Finally The Athletic's Roshane Thomas looks ahead to West Ham's Premier League campaign - after years of mediocrity, can Moyes' side back up the improvement of last season? With the usual contributions from Willem van Denderen, Dean Hennessey and Derek Dyson. 

Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by Daniel Garb for a look at the prospects of the Matildas and Olyroos in Tokyo, with the Olympics opening ceremony just days away. The Guardian’s Marcela Mora y Araujo reflects on the weight that’s been lifted from Argentina and Lionel Messi following their drought-breaking Copa America success last weekend. Finally rounding out on the Euros, Michael Zappone and Rob Tanner review the final that was, and the scenes that followed - triumph and jubilation on the streets, from Rome to Melbourne, and those far uglier in London.

Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by football commentary doyen Martin Tyler as England prepare for their first major tournament final since 1966, when they'll face Italy at Wembley on Sunday. Adriano Del Monte discusses how Roberto Mancini can make sure Italy take back control of the midfield after their narrow victory over Spain, and former Danish goalkeeper Thomas Sorensen reflects on what was an emotional, brilliant tournament from Denmark. Finally from Brazil, Tim Vickery previews this Sunday's blockbuster Copa America final between Argentina and Brazil. With the usual contributions from Willem van Denderen, Dean Hennessey and Derek Dyson. 

In this episode Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by ESPN's Joey Lynch to review the Matildas and Olyroos squads for the Tokyo Olympics, which were confirmed this week. Melbourne City CEO Brad Rowse joins the show for the first time to reflect on the club's maiden A-League Championship, and discuss how their move to Melbourne's south-east will ensure long term success. On the international front The Asian Game's Scott McIntyre analyses the groups for the third round of AFC Qualifying, where the Socceroos will yet again face Japan, and The Guardian's Max Rushden reviews England's famous win against Germany, while also pondering how a 'true' England fan should behave. With the usual contributions from Willem van Denderen, Dean Hennessey and Derek Dyson. 

Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by Fox Football anchor and commentator Adam Peacock ahead of Fox's final A-League broadcast on Sunday, reflecting on what has been a mighty era for the game. Sydney FC boss Steve Corica and Melbourne City's Curtis Good preview Sunday's A-League Grand Final at Aami Park, with Corica looking to become the first manager to win three consecutive Australian Championships. And Optus Sport's Adriano Del Monte joins us from Milan, to discuss how far the Azzurri can go at the Euros. All Euro Groups are reviewed, while the Copa America and the Dolan/Warren awards are also on the agenda. 

Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by the ABC's Stephanie Brantz to review the Matildas recent friendlies against Denmark and Sweden. Did we see enough from their last camp ahead of the Olympics? Macarthur's Tommy Oar looks ahead to their semi-final against Melbourne City, and The Athletic's Rob Tanner provides a wrap of all the big results, headlines and contenders from the first week of the Euros. The Socceroos streak, Copa America, AFC Qualifiers and plenty more, it's all on the agenda on a huge week of Box2Box.

Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by The Asian Game's Scott McIntyre to discuss Ange Postecoglou's legacy in Japan as he departs for Celtic, & the ramifications of the A-League clubs pulling out of the Asian Champions League.  Adelaide United manager Carl Veart looks ahead to his side's elimination final against Brisbane Roar on Sunday, and Croatian journalist Aleksander Holiga previews how the 2018 World Cup finalists will fare at Euro 2020. Willem van Denderen looks ahead to the first week of the A-League finals, while Dean Hennessey and Derek Dyson analyse who should advance from each group at the Euros. 

This week Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by The Athletic's Oliver Kay, who cuts through the emotion and rumours to provide the facts about Ange Postecoglou's reported move to Celtic. Australian football royalty John Kosmina checks in to preview the Socceroos four World Cup Qualifiers in Kuwait, while Optus Sport's Richard Bayliss outlines his contenders ahead of next weeks' Euros. Willem van Denderen reviews the busy week just gone on the domestic front, while Dean Hennessey and Derek Dyson cover all you need to know in Europe, and debate the merits of the press conference in football. 

After a hugely exciting week for Australian football, Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by Sky News' Ross Greenwood to discuss what the APL's new broadcast deal could mean for the domestic game. Melbourne City manager Patrick Kisnorbo also joins the show after securing City's first piece of A-League silverware, while Sky Sports NZ's Jason Pine reflects on Wellington Phoenix's glorious coming.  Last but certainly not least, the great Martin Tyler previews this weekend's Champions League final and casts an eye towards the Euros. With all the usual contributions from Willem van Denderen, Derek Dyson & Dean Hennessey. 

This week Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined in studio by Melbourne City’s US import Samantha Johnson for a wide ranging chat about Australia’s female development, the Olympics and more. Central Coast Mariners defender Ruon Tongyik provides insight on the club’s turnaround, while Joey Lynch discusses where it’s gone wrong for Western United. All the big final weekends around Europe are previewed, with ex-Liverpool man Stephen Warnock discussing their dramatic late push for the Champions League.

In this episode Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by The Athletic's Chelsea expert Liam Twomey to celebrate Sam Kerr's success, and preview the FA Cup and Champions League finals ahead of the men's side. Rob Tanner previews the FA Cup final from Leicester's point of view, while locally Brisbane Roar boss Warren Moon discusses the navigation of his side's heavy pre-finals workload. Willem van Denderen covers all of the A-League's big issues, while Derek Dyson returns to cover the big stories in Europe - including the passing of Cologne's famous goat mascot, Hennes VIII."

In this episode Rob Gilbert and Michael Edgley are joined by Socceroos manager Graham Arnold, as he looks ahead to Australia’s upcoming World Cup Qualifiers, and Olyroos Olympics campaign. Adriano Del Monte recaps Inter Milan’s drought breaking Serie A success, and The Guardian’s Jamie Jackson discusses the week’s fan protests at Manchester United. Willem van Denderen addresses all the big issues in the A-League, while Dean Hennessey reviews the Champions League semi-finals, and ponders whether Derby County can avoid the drop to League One.'