In what world do you change a winning formula? Tony Popovich…you’ve got some explaining to do (as does the ref).

But it’s not over yet... OlanTekkers breaks down what went wrong – from Popovich benching in-form players like Irankunda and Metcalfe, to a defensive setup that had us stuck in our own 18 yard box for 45 minutes.

We get into how the US exposed us out wide, why we looked scared to play early and how the game completely flipped in the second half once we actually started going forward. Irankunda comes on and changes everything (again), but there's a lack of creativity in midfield, and surely now Volpato starts the next game?

We’re also joined by our man on the ground in Seattle, sports reporter John Bric, who gives us the vibe inside Lumen Field, the mood of Socceroos fans and what this result means for Australia’s chances of qualifying from the group.

Plus, Ronaldo vs Messi is kicking off again. Portugal players are starting to turn on their main man, Thierry Henry breaks down Ronaldo’s role, while Messi’s just out there doing GOAT things. A hat-trick at 38 in a World Cup - who does that? Big calls, big pressure on the Socceroos, and two GOATs going in very different directions… all in one episode.

In what world do you change a winning formula? Tony Popovich&hellip;you&rsquo;ve got some explaining to do (as does the ref).
But it&rsquo;s not over yet... OlanTekkers breaks down what went wrong &ndash; from Popovich benching in-form players like Irankunda and Metcalfe, to a defensive setup that had us stuck in our own 18 yard box for 45 minutes.
We get into how the US exposed us out wide, why we looked scared to play early and how the game completely flipped in the second half once we actually started going forward. Irankunda comes on and changes everything (again), but there's a lack of creativity in midfield, and surely now Volpato starts the next game?
We&rsquo;re also joined by our man on the ground in Seattle, sports reporter John Bric, who gives us the vibe inside Lumen Field, the mood of Socceroos fans and what this result means for Australia&rsquo;s chances of qualifying from the group.
Plus, Ronaldo vs Messi is kicking off again. Portugal players are starting to turn on their main man, Thierry Henry breaks down Ronaldo&rsquo;s role, while Messi&rsquo;s just out there doing GOAT things. A hat-trick at 38 in a World Cup - who does that? Big calls, big pressure on the Socceroos, and two GOATs going in very different directions&hellip; all in one episode.

He failed as a footballer, but luckily you don't need to have made it to have an opinion. OlanTekkers knows football, and with some expert guests he takes you through the biggest stories, the best goals and all the results from this year's World Cup.

This is your front‑row seat to all the action from Canada, Mexico and the US, as we follow Australia (and England) through the group stage and beyond. 

The Failed Footballer covers all the essentials football fans are searching for, including World Cup analysis, football match recaps, tactical breakdowns, and reactions to the biggest results. There’s a strong focus on the Socceroos, tracking Australia’s journey on the world stage, alongside key coverage of England and other international heavyweights. You’ll also get insight into emerging talent, football tactics, coaching decisions, and the storylines driving global conversation, making it a go-to football podcast for both hardcore fans and casual viewers.

New episodes drop twice a week, keeping you up to date with every major development across the World Cup and the wider football world, perfect for staying across results, analysis and talking points as they happen.

Each episode features a rotating lineup of former and current players, football legends, pundits and iconic voices from the game. These expert guests bring firsthand experience, unique insights and strong opinions, adding depth and credibility to every conversation.

If you enjoy football podcasts like The Rest Is Football, Football Weekly, Suited and Booted, or anything that blends match analysis with personality and strong takes, you’ll feel right at home here. OlanTekkers delivers the same mix of insight, humour and fan-driven energy, with his own unmistakable voice.

This show is not affiliated with FIFA or Football Australia

He failed as a footballer, but luckily you don't need to have made it to have an opinion. OlanTekkers knows football, and with some expert guests he takes you through the biggest stories, the best goals and all the results from this year's World Cup.
This is your front‑row seat to all the action from Canada, Mexico and the US, as we follow Australia (and England) through the group stage and beyond.&nbsp;
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The Failed Footballer covers all the essentials football fans are searching for, including World Cup analysis, football match recaps, tactical breakdowns, and reactions to the biggest results. There&rsquo;s a strong focus on the Socceroos, tracking Australia&rsquo;s journey on the world stage, alongside key coverage of England and other international heavyweights. You&rsquo;ll also get insight into emerging talent, football tactics, coaching decisions, and the storylines driving global conversation, making it a go-to football podcast for both hardcore fans and casual viewers.
New episodes drop twice a week, keeping you up to date with every major development across the World Cup and the wider football world, perfect for staying across results, analysis and talking points as they happen.
Each episode features a rotating lineup of former and current players, football legends, pundits and iconic voices from the game. These expert guests bring firsthand experience, unique insights and strong opinions, adding depth and credibility to every conversation.
If you enjoy football podcasts like The Rest Is Football, Football Weekly, Suited and Booted, or anything that blends match analysis with personality and strong takes, you&rsquo;ll feel right at home here. OlanTekkers delivers the same mix of insight, humour and fan-driven energy, with his own unmistakable voice.
This show is not affiliated with FIFA or Football Australia

The Failed Footballer

AUS v USA reactions: in what world do you change a winning formula? Socceroos coach must answer for his crimes - but it's still not over

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