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World Cups are simply more fun when the Three Lions are roaring. England enters the tournament with a raft of stars, a newish German coach and the ever-present weight of expectation. How will they handle the literal and metaphorical heat? We ask former Lioness Izzy Christiansen to break down the storylines that matter before hitting on the insane World Cup debut of Cape Verde.Featured: Izzy Christiansen, former England Lioness and Sky Sports pundit.To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Nestory Irankunda thinks talk is cheap. Connor Metcalfe is still 'buzzing'. Cameron Burgess has broken down the defensive brotherhood. Vince Rugari takes us behind the scenes after a historic night in Vancouver and we hear from the Socceroo heroes as we unpack the reaction to Australia's stunning opening-round World Cup win. Featured: Vince Rugari, football writer, Sydney Morning Herald.To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Is that Australia's finest World Cup win? That's what Socceroos fans are asking after a raft of ballsy selections from Tony Popovic has fired Australia to a historic World Cup win over Turkiye and turbo-charged the Socceroos campaign. The call to start Nestory Irankunda delivered a player of the match performance. The call to drop captain Mat Ryan saw his replacement Patrick Beach play a blinder. Mark Schwarzer breaks down an astonishing tournament opener.  Featured: Mark Schwarzer, Socceroos legend. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Paul Okon doesn't like talking about his son with journalists. When you've captained Australia and you're a coach of the Socceroos, you worry about perceptions. He need not stress, Paul Junior is a gun and very much his own man. On the eve of the Turkiye clash, Okon senior indulges us with questions on his son, but discusses the squad more broadly. Tactics, mentality, fear, the ex-Socceroo skipper is expansive and warm in an insightful conversation.Featured: Paul Okon, former Australia captain and Socceroos assistant coach.To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

For all the rightful pessimism around the FIFA World Cup, the opener provided chaotic joy at a global sporting cathedral in Mexico. We cross to Mexico City to gauge the feverish delight of the co-hosts win. Amanda Shalala then takes us inside Gianni Infantino's bizarre press conference, before we check in on the Socceroos who have an injury scare ahead of the opening clash with Turkiye.Featured: Amanda Shalala, journalist, ABC Sport. Dave Weiner, Football 360. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

2022 was defined by Lionel Messi and Argentina, so who will rise at the FIFA World Cup? What can the pair of GOATs Messi and Ronaldo conjure? Who is ready to assume the mantle as finest player in the game? Is a German manager the solution to English heartbreak? Can an Italian steer Brazil back to glory? Mark Schwarzer assesses the heavyweights, dark horses and those he sees as likely disappointments. Featured: Mark Schwarzer, Socceroos legend. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

If you listen to Socceroos legend Mark Schwarzer, there's nothing Australian footballers love more than being written off. The Australian champion joins the show to explain why American pundits have given the Socceroos squad "unbelievably good ammunition" for their World Cup campaign. Schwarzer also explains why Mo Toure will start and Nestory Irankunda will likely be an impact player, outlines why Jordy Bos is about to make his name and provides context around the Cristian Volpato selection. Featured: Mark Schwarzer, Socceroos legend. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

After four years, one thousand episodes and countless breaking scandals, ABC Sport Daily is saying goodbye. Host Patrick Stack explains why we're calling time on the show and how we're going out with a bang with a massive World Cup special. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

When Travis Bazzana went number one in the MLB draft in 2024, Australians thought we'd see him in the majors ASAP. Baseball doesn't always work like that, but after doing his time in the minors, he is killing it in the big leagues. He joins us to talk about how it's going and what life is like in the big show. Featured: Travis Bazzana, Cleveland Guardians.To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Twenty years on, we talk about the Socceroos' golden generation because of how they made Australia see itself during the 2006 World Cup. 18-year-old Socceroo Lucas Herrington wasn't even alive. The defender will likely become the youngest Australian male to play at a World Cup. He joins us from camp to talk about mixing it with Messi in the MLS and this group of talented youngsters ready to shake up the world.Featured: Lucas Herrington, Socceroos defender.To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

On Monday, more than 90-thousand people are expected to pack into the MCG. They won't really be there for the footy. They'll be there to celebrate the life of Neale Daniher and fight motor neurone disease. What an astonishing legacy the Melbourne Football Club legend leaves. We speak to a man who knew Daniher well, storied AFL writer Mike Sheahan in maybe our favourite conversation of 2026. Featured: Mike Sheahan, legendary AFL journalist. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Cricket writer Gideon Haigh drops in to break down Cricket Victoria's proposed merger between the Stars and the Renegades as Melbourne seeks to unite its teams. Administrators believe they can amalgamate fans, while selling a licence overseas to pay the bills, does the concept hold water? Will it see other states chase private investment? We ask Gideon. Featured: Gideon Haigh, cricket writer, Cricket Et Al. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Victor Wembanyama is called the extraterrestrial for a reason, his numbers stack up against some of the games greats in just his third season. He was named the Western Conference Finals MVP having taken the San Antonio Spurs to the NBA Finals, but standing in their way is a Jalen Brunson led New York Knicks team that is hungry for success. Will the Knicks, who have been starved of finals glory for so long, hunt down glory or will Wemby and his Spurs halt their blistering playoff run?Featured: Robert O'Connell, basketball writer, Wall Street Journal.To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Australians love sports punting, but we're not very good at it. We lose more than eight billion dollars annually. Shaun Micallef has released a new series investigating our love of the punt and whether we might untangle our sport from our gambling. Featured: Shaun Micallef, filmmaker. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Tony Popovic was clear: he wouldn't beg Cristian Volpato to play for the Socceroos. Now, having named the 22-year-old for the World Cup, what kind of impact will the talented Italy-based player have on the Socceroos on and off pitch? What changed to see the Azzurri blue traded for green and gold? We unpack the Australians World Cup squad.  Featured: Daniel Garb, football reporter, ABC SportTo catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Going into Roland Garros Jannik Sinner was the overwhelming pick to take out the title, he’s now on a plane out of Paris after being knocked out in the second round. What does it mean for the rest of the draw? Plus NSW make history in women’s State of Origin and in the men’s it means a lop-sided NRL draw at a crucial time of the season. Who can capitalise? Featured: Willis Bennett, tennis writer, The Times & The Sunday Times. Quentin Hull, commentator, ABC SPORT. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Kalyn Ponga's send off has Maroons fans seething, but NSW fans are delirious after the Blues had their Queensland moment: a record breaking comeback. Nathan Cleary silenced the haters. Ethan Strange burst onto the scene and James Tedesco lived a one game redemption arc. We unpack a bonkers opening game. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

The last time the New York Knicks played in the NBA finals the iPhone wasn't even invented. Now, after a 27-year wait, they're back. For a city that sees itself as the centre of the universe, it's been a long road from basketball joke to championship contender. We dig into the Knicks revival.Featured: Phil Murphy, NBA reporter, ESPN.To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Six weeks ago, Essendon president Andrew Welsh claimed Brad Scott would deliver the club its next flag. Today, they sacked him with a year and a half to run on his contract. We unpack why the Bombers chose this moment to cut ties and ask whether James Hird could seriously be considered for a return to the club as senior coach.Featured: Adam Ramanauskas, Essendon premiership player.To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

The future of sports or a grifty marketing stunt with juiced-up athletes as salespeople? The Enhanced Games took place in Las Vegas. Races were held, prize money was awarded, one world record was "broken" in farcical scenes. Australian James 'missile' Magnussen was among the competitors who looked ripped but didn't fire. We head to Vegas to get a sense of this spectacle. Featured: Tom Decent, sports writer, Sydney Morning Herald.Featured: Tom Decent, sports writer, Sydney Morning Herald.To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Sydney FC v Auckland FC might not have been the A-League Men’s grand final that fans expected, but history will be made regardless. The Sky Blues are hoping to be the first Australian team to win a title on New Zealand soil, and the Black Knights want to be the first Kiwi team to win it at all. Add to that the fact that the Knights are coached by a former Sydney FC legend? Spicy. In the AFL Scott Pendlebury will play game 433 but in case you missed it, there are other games too and some of them have serious significance. Featured: Robbie Thomson, football commentator, Paramount+. Corbin Middlemas, commentator, ABC SPORT. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Who better to break down the enormity of Scott Pendlebury's achievement than the man he's surpassing, Brent 'Boomer' Harvey and former coach Mick Malthouse. As the Magpie readies to break the AFL's games record total, Harvey and Malthouse quantify and qualify the veteran's career and make it clear he has more to give. Featured: Brent Harvey, AFL games record holder. Mick Malthouse, ex-Collingwood premiership coach.To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Arsenal has spent 22 years waiting for a Premier League title and the scenes from North London suggest the wait has been worth it. Mark Bosnich unpacks the joy of victory for Gunners fans and explains how Mikel Arteta transformed the club and how the football landscape might shift further. Featured: Mark Bosnich, Premier League winner and ex-Socceroo.To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

If there's one thing Joe Ingles does as well as hoop, it's talk. The Aussie hoops legend tells us why he's opted to quit the NBA for the NBL and reflects on his 12 years in the best basketball league on earth. Plus a breakdown on the best trash talkers in the NBA. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Big name shocks. Debutants. Coaching stakes. Those are the three themes emanating from the NSW and Queensland squads for game one. Reece Walsh is the biggest star in the game, but there's no room for him in the Maroons squad. James Tedesco is back in blue for NSW. Both groups are littered with new faces readying for their Origin debut, and the evolution probably speaks loudest about NSW coach Laurie Daley. Featured: Nick Campton, NRL writer, ABC Sport. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

New South Wales have retained the Women’s Origin Shield, seemingly perfecting the balance between youth and experience. What can Queensland do to avoid a clean sweep? Speaking of Origin, Magic Round looms as an audition for a number of players as competition for spots in the NSW and Queensland teams tightens. Featured: Emma Lawrence, reporter, Channel 9. Peter Badel, rugby league writer, Nine NewspapersTo catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Ronda Rousey was once one of the biggest names in the UFC, until two shock losses ended her time in the sport. Until now. Rousey is returning for an MMA bout with Gina Carano to be streamed live on Netflix. We speak to Rousey about how it felt to lose her love for the sport and how she got it back in the lead up to this fight. Featured: Ronda Rousey, UFC Hall of Famer. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

4-time premiership coach Ivan Cleary has announced that he will be finishing up at the Panthers at the end of the 2027 season. That's not a typo, he's given his resignation 18-months in advance. Penrith are in ominous form so far in season 2026 and their want to send their champion coach out at the very top could motivate them further. What can Cleary and his team achieve over the next two seasons, and what might his departure mean for both parties when he finishes up? Featured: Nick Campton, rugby league writer, ABC SPORTTo catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

We are only nine rounds into the AFL season but that was enough for Michael Voss to decide he's had enough. Mick Malthouse has lived a version of this so we ask him about the pressures that leading the Blues comes with and who the club might have in their sights to take over the role full time. Carlton have been known for chasing big names to lead the club and there is currently no shortage of experienced coaches on the market but history will tell them that hasn't worked out in the past. What can they gain out of season 2026 as the search begins for their next senior coach?Featured: Mick Malthouse, three time Premiership coachTo catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

At a time when the AFL is trying to boost Indigenous representation, Michael McLean might be the perfect honouree for Sir Doug Nicholls round. A two-time club champion with Brisbane, he was crucial to the anti-racism push in the nineties and has had a huge role in Indigenous communities. McLean talks about his emotive story and confronts the challenges the game is facing. Featured: Michael McLean, Brisbane Lions Hall of Fame, Sir Doug Nicholls Honouree. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

The Giro d'Italia gets underway this weekend and there are 12 Australian hopes in the field, including the 2022 champion Jai Hindley. He will have some serious competition in the peloton but his biggest rival might actually be on his own team. In the AFL Scott Pendlebury is eyeing off the all time games record this weekend as he prepares to draw level with Brent Harvey on 432 games. Plus why is tennis star Jannik Sinner feeling disrespected?Featured: David Mckenzie, 2000 stage winner at Giro d'Italia and SBS commentator. Ben Cameron, ABC SPORT. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Arsenal has no shortage of haters and when the Gunners stumbled against Man City in the Premier League, there was a LOT of derision. Spin forward to now and they're on track for arguably their greatest ever season with a potential PL-Champioins League double very much in play. How have the Gunners gone from calamity to the edge of immortality? Featured: Danie Garb, football reporter, ABC Sport. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Carlton has begrudgingly accepted the $75k fine handed down by the AFL over the Elijah Hollands incident, but the industry is now grappling with what comes next. The AFL has a raft of mental health actions planned, including  full-time psychologists and a 'fit to play framework'. But a former club psychologist has described one initiative as 'box ticking' and raised concerns about others. The AFL has big plans on mental health, but are they the right ones? Featured: Jacqui Louder, sports psychologist, Collingwood, Melbourne Storm.  Jack Snape, chief sportswriter, The Guardian.To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

The fastest Australian to run 100m isn't Gout Gout, Lachie Kennedy or even Patrick Johnson. It's Eddie Nketia. His story is kind of insane, he's dabbled in rugby union and American football. He holds the national records for New Zealand, but he has quit the Kiwis to run for Australia. Running in the US college system has unlocked his best ever times and he thinks he can get much quicker. Eddie joins us to talk about the lot.Featured: Eddie Nketia, Australian sprinter. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Underdogs who can do something no other Australian team has achieved at a World Cup. That's how manager Tony Popovic sees this Socceroos group, as he readies to fly out for the pre-tournament training camp. Popovic has opened up on some big names, emerging talent and injury headaches as he set the scene for the biggest sporting event on earth. Featured: Amanda Shalala, senior reporter, ABC Sport.To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Marathon swimming isn't for the faint hearted, let alone when there's 5500 crocodiles in the same body of water. But for Andy Donaldson, the challenge was worth the pain and risk. We chat to the Australian-Scottish world record holder about overcoming fear, the mental battles of long distance swimming and why he chose the Kimberley in Western Australia for this epic feat.Featured: Andy Donaldson, marathon swimmer.To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. 

Cricket Australia has put the so-called “biggest strategic decision” in generations on ice, so is that it or will discussions continue to drag out indefinitely? Plus, Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy has been diagnosed with a neurodegenerative disorder during an already high stress season and NSW and QLD set up a bumper series in game one of the women’s State of Origin.Featured: Peter Lalor, Cricket et Al. Emma Lawrence, Channel 9.To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more.

Reports from the Wall St Journal suggest the Saudi Arabian investment in LIV is over, so what now? We speak to the man who broke the story to understand what it means for the rebel golf league, players like Cameron Smith and events like LIV Adelaide.Featured: Andrew Beaton, Wall St Journal.To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more.

Jarome Luai is the first PNG Chief. The expansion team has landed its first official signing and it’s a big one. Luai has been instrumental in rebuilding the Wests Tigers into a team that could play finals in 2026, but now faces an 18-month goodbye before he joins the Chiefs in 2028. The PNG side has tax-free money to spend on players and for some that money would be lifechanging. Luai was one of the loudest critics when Lachlan Galvin left the Tigers last season, how does this departure differ?Featured: Nick Campton, rugby league writer, ABC SPORT. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Eight months ago Millie Elliott welcomed baby Gigi into the world, now she’s preparing to enter NRLW’s toughest arena, State of Origin. She hasn’t played a game of NRLW for over 18 months, but will make her way straight back into the NSW Blues side. The four-time premiership star always intended to come back to footy postpartum but the reality was easier said than done. How has she managed the transition from elite athlete to mother to balancing both? We ask her. Talent: Millie Elliott, NSW Sky Blues prop. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

It was not so long ago running fans thought a sub-two hour marathon in race conditions was impossible but two runners in the London Marathon have done exactly that. Kenyan runner Sebastian Sawe has set a new world record and in turn has shocked the world finishing the distance in 1.59.30. Who is Sawe and will his incredible achievement spur on others to try and chase him down? Featured: Jess Stenson, Commonwealth Games gold medallist in the marathon.  To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

St Kilda’s Lance Collard has had his ban for using a homophobic slur decreased significantly thanks to the AFL’s appeals board and the decision and reasoning has raised eyebrows across the industry. On the park we will see Collingwood take on Essendon, and despite both team’s ladder position Luke Ball believes we will have a game on our hands. In the NRL the Tigers are on a roll and we are set to see record crowds, but will we see the Rabbitohs' Melbourne hoodoo broken? Featuring: Luke Ball, Collingwood premiership player. Nick Campton, ABC SPORT. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Arsenal were in the box seat to win the Premier League title all season, until they weren’t. Manchester City have taken top spot with five matches to go, and if anyone knows about winning at this point of the season it’s them. Can Arteta's Gunners learn from past mistakes or will Man City once again reign supreme?Featuring: Daniel Garb, football writer, ABC SPORT. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

The Australian Government has introduced new reforms around gambling advertising in an attempt to shield young sports fans from the negative impacts of problem gambling. Some believe this is a step in the right direction and others say this is nowhere near enough. Australians are the biggest losers per capita when it comes to sports betting, so will these reforms actually help to curtail a downward trend?Featured: David Pocock, Former Wallaby and Independent ACT Senator. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Elijah Hollands’ mental health episode against Collingwood on Thursday night has raised many questions, particularly of the Carlton Football Club. How did this happen? Why was he allowed to stay on the ground? How can we stop this from happening again? Premiership Bulldog Tom Boyd has publicly shared his mental health battles, so we ask him those very questions. Featured: Tom Boyd, Western Bulldogs' premiership player. xTo catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

In round 23 of last year the St George Illawarra Dragons were celebrating a win over the Sharks and a contract extension for coach Shane Flanagan. 11 consecutive losses later they’re looking for a new head coach after the club announced they are mutually parting ways. We are seven rounds into the NRL season and already two coaches have been moved on. Can the Dragons do what Manly have done and turn their fortunes around or do they have bigger issues?Featured: Michael Carayannis, journalist, ABC Sport and NewsCorp. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Peter Bol is a five-time 800m national champion and after winning that title last weekend, next on his list is trying to win gold at the Commonwealth Games later this year. Bol has had his fair share of ups and downs across his career but after a disappointing Olympics in 2024 and missing the final at the World Athletics Championships last year he’s excited to pull on the green and gold again. We ask him about his form, what parenthood has meant for his career and how his experience is helping the likes of Gout Gout make their mark. Featured: Peter Bol, 5-time 800m Australian Champion. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

LIV Golf has had a rollercoaster 24-hours. Rumours started to swirl that the league would have to fold due to funding cuts then the CEO poured cold water on that then their broadcast went off air for two hours. So what on earth is happening with the rebel golf league? Meanwhile Netball Australia has signed a new TV rights deal that may mean less money but more people watching their sport - how do they find the balance without impacting their players and product? Featured: Dean Bilton, ABC SPORT. Brittany Carter, ABC SPORT.To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

You might have seen Paralympian Alexa Leary winning gold medals, dancing on the pool deck and giving the most bubbly and joyous interviews. But the reality for Leary is that after her traumatic brain injury from a cycling accident 5 years ago, life is often far from fun. In her new book 'Sink or Swim' she talks mood swings, turning anger into peak performance and the song that will always remind her of Paralympic glory.Featured: Alexa Leary.To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. 

St Kilda’s Lance Collard has been handed a nine-week suspension from the AFL tribunal for a homophobic slur during a VFL match last month. It took the disciplinary hearing three days to hear the evidence and come to a decision, but the process and outcome might have raised more questions than answers.How should the AFL balance punishment with prevention, will the process discourage other players from reporting and are there any winners out of this situation? Featured: Marnie Vinall, journalist, ABC SPORT. To catch up on everything that’s making sports headlines recently, listen to more episodes of ABC Sport Daily,’ hosted by Patrick Stack on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport. In the episodes we will cover big sporting personalities and all sports, including cricket, soccer, F1, NBA, AFL, AFLW to NRLW & NRL news, to covering competitions like the Olympics, the World Cup, The Ashes, Grand Prix and Grand Finals and more. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter