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This week, Poletti and Burke chat about the first leg of the A-League Women Semi-finals, Sam Kerr breaking Chelsea's WSL goal-scoring record, the NPL Women's in NSW and Victoria, and more.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail Photo: Wilde Imagery/Round Ball Australia, Brisbane Roar/X

On this episode of The Dubcast, Burke returns to the show as we discuss what might have been Canberra's last ever game of football, a 3-1 loss to Melbourne Victory, and we hear from Liz Anton, Grace Maher, Antoni Jagarinec, and Jeff Hopkins after the game. We also look at Brisbane's comprehensive win over Adelaide, and more. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail Photo: Poletti/Round Ball Australia

As we get ready for the 2025/26 A-League Women Elimination Finals, Poletti is joined by Kieran Yap and Kevan Sangster to look at what could be the final 90 minutes of football Canberra United play as they prepare to host Melbourne Victory, while Adelaide United travel to a sold out Spencer Park to play Brisbane Roar.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail Photo Credit: Wilde Imagery/Round Ball Australia

Following the Matildas 5-0 victory against Malawi in the FIFA Series in Nairobi, Poletti and Matt Olsen are here to break down all the talking points for you.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.NPL Women's NSW Behind The Scenes Video: https://youtu.be/wbqaEFDdGYsThumbnail Photo Credit: Matildas/X

Poletti is joined by Christian Montegan to break down the selection of the 22-player squad that will face Malawi and either Kenya or India in the April window, with coach Joe Montemurro flagging that creating continuity played a big part in his squad selection.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail Photo: The Players: Cass Edwards/Supplied by Football Australia. Joe Montemurro: Supplied by Football Australia. Match Background: Wilde Imagery/Round Ball Australia

As the A-League Women Finals get closer, Round 21 of the competition gave us more clarity over the top six, while City were playing AFC Women's Champions League football, winning its Quarter-final against PFC Nasaf, and claiming the Premiership following Wellington's loss. Poletti is joined by Kieran Yap to break it all down, and chat about an NPL Victoria Melbourne Derby, dominated by one player.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail photo: Wilde Imagery/Round Ball Australia

With the Women's Asian Cup over, Poletti and Burke are back to chat about the A-League Women and all the other goings on in Australian Women's Football, including a Young Matildas squad, an NPLW player dabbing in 2026, and more.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail Photo Credit: Wilde Imagery/Round Ball Australia

As the Women's Asian Cup comes to a close, Poletti, Burke, and Matt Olsen are back one more time to chat about what they liked, didn't like, favourite moments, and more from the tournament.Stay tuned as we get back into A-League Women mode.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail Photo: AFC media release. Women's Asian Cup trophy photo supplied by the Women's Asian Cup LOC

Following a thrilling Women's Asian Cup Final which saw Japan defeat Australia, Poletti and Burke chat about the game outside of Stadium Australia, recording in-person together.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail Photo: JFA Nadeshiko/X. Women's Asian Cup trophy photo supplied by the Women's Asian Cup LOC

Ahead of the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup Final, Poletti, Burke, and Matt Olsen sit down to preview Australia vs Japan as the two sides both hope to lift continental silverware at Stadium Australia.Link to Matt Olsen's article on the 2018 final: https://roundballaustralia.com.au/april-20-2018-the-matildas-heartbreak-that-defined-the-new-era-of-the-asian-cup/Link to George Clarke's interview with Nils Nielsen for AAP: https://aapnews.aap.com.au/news/trump-critic-author-coach-meet-japan-s-nils-nielsen/vMMWnCwrDon't forget to like, share, and subscribe.

Poletti is back alongside Matt Olsen to discuss the Women's World Cup Play-Off games on the Gold Coast, as the Philippines and North Korea book their place to Brazil.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail Photo: Philippine Women's National Football Team/X. Women's Asian Cup trophy photo supplied by the Women's Asian Cup LOC

Jacob Stevens steps into the hosts chair today for Poletti who is en route to the Gold Coast for the Women's World Cup play-off matches. Jacob is joined by Lachie Avil, and the two break down Japan's 4-1 victory over South Korea.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail Photo: JFA Nadeshiko/X. Women's Asian Cup trophy photo supplied by the Women's Asian Cup LOC

Poletti is joined by an emotional Matt Olsen following the Matildas 2-1 win over China to book their spot in the Final of the Women's Asian Cup, where they will face the either Japan or South Korea.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail Photo: Travis Hayto/Supplied by Football Australia. Women's Asian Cup trophy photo supplied by the Women's Asian Cup LOC

Poletti and Burke are here to preview the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup Semi-Final matches, as Australia play China in Perth, followed by Japan and South Korea doing battle 24 hours to see who will meet in the Final.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail Photo: Cass Edwards/Supplied by Football Australia. Women's Asian Cup trophy photo supplied by the Women's Asian Cup LOC

Japan have booked their spot in the Women's Asian Cup semi-finals and the 2027 Women's World Cup. Just don't ask Japan's coach Nils Nielsen about the World Cup. Poletti and Burke discussed all of that, the respect (or lack of) the Women's Asian Cup gets as a tournament, and preview the Women's World Cup play-offs.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail Photo: Poletti/Round Ball Australia. Women's Asian Cup trophy photo supplied by the Women's Asian Cup LOC

After China and South Korea booked their spot in the semi-finals, Poletti and Burke discussed all the action that took place in Perth and Sydney.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail Photo: Poletti/Round Ball Australia. Women's Asian Cup trophy photo supplied by the Women's Asian Cup LOC

Following the Matildas booking their spot in the semi-finals of the Women's Asian Cup and the 2027 Women's World Cup with a 2-1 win over North Korea, Poletti was joined firstly by Matt Olsen, then shortly after by Burke to discuss all the big talking points from the game.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail Photo: Poletti/Round Ball Australia. Women's Asian Cup trophy photo supplied by the Women's Asian Cup LOC

The Women's Asian Cup Quarter Final matches are just around the corner. Poletti, Burke, and Kevan Sangster are here to preview South Korea vs Uzbekistan and Japan vs Philippines. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail Photo: Poletti/Round Ball Australia. Women's Asian Cup trophy photo supplied by the Women's Asian Cup LOC

We're in the midst of some rest days at the Women's Asian Cup, but the action doesn't stop as the Quarter Final matches are just around the corner. Poletti, Burke, and Kevan Sangster are here to preview Australia vs North Korea and China vs Chinese Taipei, with Part 2 to follow tomorrow. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail Photo: Supplied by Football Australia. Women's Asian Cup trophy photo supplied by the Women's Asian Cup LOC

Poletti and Matt Olsen discuss Match Day 3 in Group C as wins to Chinese Taipei and Japan end the group stage of the Women's Asian Cup, with Japan's dominant display being enough to knock Vietnam out of the tournament.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail Photo: ASEAN Football/X. Women's Asian Cup trophy photo supplied by the Women's Asian Cup LOC.

Poletti and Matt Olsen are back to discuss all of the chaos on Match Day 3 in Group B. North Korea and China played out an insane game of football in Sydney that had basically everything happening, while over in Perth, Uzbekistan secured a spot in the quarter-finals after scoring enough goals to go ahead of the Philippines on tiebreakers. The duo also look ahead to Match Day 3 in Group C.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail Photo: Poletti/Round Ball Australia. Women's Asian Cup trophy photo supplied by the Women's Asian Cup LOC.

Poletti and Matt Olsen are back to discuss the draw between Australia and South Korea and what it means for the Matildas for the remainder of the Asian Cup. The duo also chat the Philippines 2-0 win over Iran, and look ahead to Match Day 3 in Group B.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail Photo: Matildas/X. Women's Asian Cup trophy photo supplied by the Women's Asian Cup LOC.

Poletti and Matt Olsen discuss Chinese Taipei defeating Vietnam 1-0 in incredibly hot conditions, Japan thrashing India 11-0 to qualify for the quarter-finals, and the stadium DJ's music choices. The duo also look ahead to Match Day 3 in Group A.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe. ABC article mentioned in the episode: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-07/iran-women-s-football-calls-for-protection-womens-asian-cup/106428380Thumbnail Photo: ASEAN Football/X. Women's Asian Cup trophy photo supplied by the Women's Asian Cup LOC.

Poletti and Matt Olsen discuss a rather routine day of results at the Women's Asian Cup, with both favourites winning quite comfortably and securing their spot in the quarter-finals. The two also discuss some bizarre substitution tactics and look ahead to Match Day 2 in Group C.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe. Thumbnail Photo: Poletti/Round Ball Australia. Women's Asian Cup trophy photo supplied by the Women's Asian Cup LOC.

Lachie Avil, Matt Olsen, and Christian Montegan discuss the Matildas 4-0 win over Iran on the Gold Coast, South Korea's 3-0 win over The Philippines, and look ahead to match day two in Group B.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe. Thumbnail Photo: Matildas/X. Women's Asian Cup trophy photo supplied by the Women's Asian Cup LOC.

Editors note: We sincerely apologise for a mistake in this episode. India are currently ranked 67 in women's football. We picked up on it too late to edit it out. All three groups are underway at the Women's Asian Cup as Japan and Vietnam emerge victorious in Perth. Poletti and Kevan Sangster chat about the games, and look ahead to match day two in Group A.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail Photo: Indian Football/X. Women's Asian Cup trophy photo supplied by the Women's Asian Cup LOC.

As Group B's first matches are done and dusted, Poletti and Matt Olsen chat about North Korea and China's victories, Bangladesh's impressive performance in the third of our daily episodes talking about the tournament, and look at a bizarre story involving India ahead of Group C getting underway in Perth.Link to the story from The Times of India: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/ill-fitting-jerseys-disrupt-india-focus-ahead-of-womens-asian-cup/articleshow/128952814.cmsDon't forget to like, share, and subscribe. Thumbnail Photo: Poletti/Round Ball Australia. Women's Asian Cup trophy photo supplied by the Women's Asian Cup LOC.

Poletti and Burke chat about South Korea's 3-0 win over Iran at the Women's Asian Cup in the second of our daily episodes talking about the tournament, and look ahead to Day 3 which will see all four Group B teams kicking off their tournament campaigns.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe. Thumbnail Photo: theKFA/X. Women's Asian Cup trophy photo supplied by the Women's Asian Cup LOC.

Lachie Avil and Poletti wrap up the opening game of the Women's Asian Cup in the first of our daily episodes talking about the tournament, and look ahead to Day 2 which will see South Korea and Iran kicking off their tournament campaigns as Group A continues.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe. Thumbnail Photo: Commbank Matildas/X. Asian Cup trophy photo supplied by the Women's Asian Cup LOC.

In an interview ahead of the Women's Asian Cup, Matt Olsen sat down with Gabby from GabbyTalksWSports to chat about how the Matildas helped fuel her interest in women's sports and how social media keeps her engaged with football.Follow Gabby on Instagram and Tiktok: @gabbytalkswsports Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Stay tuned to The Dubcast throughout the Women's Asian Cup.

Poletti and Burke are joined by Matt Olsen to preview every single nation competing and give some tournament wide predictions ahead of the 2026 Women's Asian Cup, which starts on Sunday March 1 with Australia taking on the Philippines in Perth. The Dubcast will be here throughout the entire tournament, with plans for daily content, so be sure to subscribe and tune in.Thumbnail Photo Credit:Stadium Background - Poletti.Players - Trask Smith/Supplied by Football Australia.Asian Cup trophy - supplied by the Women's Asian Cup LOC.

As Round 18 of the A-League Women comes to a close, that means every team will take a couple of weeks off during the Group Stage of the Women's Asian Cup, but Poletti and Burke aren't going anywhere. We break down all the action for you, discuss Chloe Lincoln's late entry into the Matildas squad, and more.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Link to interview with Emily Husband: https://youtu.be/6OIEXzOU8ZYThumbnail Photo: Wilde Imagery/Round Ball Australia

Poletti chats one-on-one to Matildas Assistant Coach Emily Husband about the squad selection for the Women's Asian Cup, her journey to the national team, the bright future of Australian coaching, and more.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail Photo Credits: Poletti/Round Ball Australia

On this episode of The Dubcast, Poletti and Burke look at Joe Montemurro's 26-player squad for the AFC Women's Asian Cup, and discuss the big ins, outs, and whether the squad can win the tournament.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail photo: Joe Montemurro photo supplied by Football AustraliaPlayer celebration photo credit: Marcus Robertson/Round Ball AustraliaLink to our latest episode: https://youtu.be/0KQrTt6WszALink to Power Rankings video: https://youtu.be/1Kb-I2xMIEY

On this episode of The Dubcast, Poletti and Burke break down the latest round of the A-League Women, which now sees a whopping EIGHT teams separated by just SEVEN POINTS a week before the competition takes a break for the Women's Asian Cup.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Link to Jasmine Black interview: https://youtu.be/nYaE71aYeewThumbnail Photo: Wilde Imagery/Round Ball Australia. Graphic Design: Poletti

On this episode of The Dubcast, Poletti and Matt Olsen chat all things Women's Asian Cup and with minimal knowledge of the squads at the time of recording, decide to kick-off our Asian Cup content with ranking the chances of each nation based on vibes ahead of the tournament.We'll have plenty of content throughout the Asian Cup, so don't forget to like, share, and subscribe ahead of the tournament.Link to Sam Lewis' article on North Korea: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-02-18/inside-north-korea-footballs-most-secretive-womens-national-team/103427288

On this episode of The Dubcast, Poletti and Burke chat about the Wellington Phoenix going top of the league... for about 48 hours before Melbourne City reclaimed top spot with an emphatic win over the Roar. Elsewhere, Victory sneak past the Newcastle Jets to re-enter the six, the NPL is starting to return, and more.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail Photo: Wilde Imagery/Round Ball Australia

On this episode of The Dubcast, Poletti and Burke chat about the departure of Ante Juric from Sydney FC following the Wanderers first Derby win in over six years. The duo also chat Wellington's dominant win over the Jets, all of the transfers going on, Women's Asian Cup, and more.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail photo: Marcus Robertson/Round Ball Australia

On this episode of The Dubcast, Poletti and Burke wrap-up Round 14 of the A-League Women as the Big Blue was scoreless for the first time ever, Wellington jump from 9th to 2nd on the table, City start to create space at the top of the table, and more.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail Photo: Wilde Imagery/Round Ball AustraliaEditors Note: This episode was recorded and edited before the passing of Rado Vidošić was announced, which is why it was not discussed in this episode. Vale Rado Vidošić. You will be missed.

On this episode of The Dubcast, Poletti and Burke discuss Newcastle's amazing week and whether they've provided the blueprint on how to beat the juggernaut of Melbourne City. The duo also chat about Peta Trimis' amazing Olimpico, Chloe Berryhill's amazing career, and more.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.Thumbnail Photo: Wilde Imagery/Round Ball Australia

On this special episode of The Dubcast, Poletti and Burke look at the PFA's Ready for Takeoff report, highlighting the players vision for the future of the competition. Poletti was also in Melbourne to speak to PFA CEO Beau Busch, and players Melissa Barbieri and Rhianna Pollicina at the launch event.Link to the PFA Ready for Takeoff report: https://pfa.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/PFA-ALW-Vision-2025-Ready-for-Takeoff_web.pdfLink to our talking points from the PFA Player Survey report: https://open.spotify.com/episode/02Ze68fU6omQ2XoDRbBS6DThumbnail Photo Credit: Poletti/Round Ball AustraliaDon't forget to like, share, and subscribe.

On this episode of The Dubcast, Poletti and Burke get real with some very heavy topics to tackle.The Mariners are now being operated by the APL, the Women's Club World Cup could be in Qatar, Sydney's struggles continue, City go top of the table, and more.Melbourne Victory release on the Pride Cup: https://melbournevictory.com.au/news/melbourne-victory-makes-2026-pride-cup-announcement/Adelaide United release on the Pride Cup: https://adelaideunited.com.au/news/adelaide-united-proud-to-celebrate-pride-cup-at-coopers-stadium/Thumbnail Photo: Wilde Imagery/Round Ball AustraliaDon't forget to like, share, and subscribe.

This week on The Dubcast, Poletti and Burke discuss the ACL injuries to Samba, Cannon Clough, and Grace Kuilamu, as well as the topsy-turvy week of Dub action on the field which was chaotic.Thumbnail Photos Credit: [From L to R] Wilde Imagery/Round Ball Australia, Central Coast Mariners/Facebook, Supplied by Brisbane Roar

This week on The Dubcast, it's a quick episode because Poletti is very sick, but they power through with Burke to chat what happened in Gosford, Holly Mac stealing the show, and after going off on Sydney FC last week, this week it's the Wanderers turn to be in the spotlight after losses to Adelaide and Wellington.Thumbnail Photo: Wilde Imagery/Round Ball Australia

On this episode of The Dubcast, Poletti and Burke discuss Wellington's 7-0 win over Sydney FC, Canberra's draw with the Mariners more than four hours after the game kicked off, City's Derby win, and more.Thumbnail Photo Credit: Wellington Phoenix/Facebook

On this episode of The Dubcast, Poletti and Burke discuss Canberra's amazing week, Adelaide United's struggles, Chloe Berryhill's return to the Dub, and so much more.Thumbnail photo credits: Canberra United/X, Wilde Imagery/Round Ball Australia

On this episode of The Dubcast, Poletti and Burke chat Canberra's drought-breaking win over the Victory, Rebekah Stott scoring the lone goal in City's 1-0 win over the Phoenix, the Wanderers continued misery in the Derby, the Sydney Super Cup, and more.Watch Poletti's interview with Carly Telford here: https://youtu.be/kHYjzh7paYkThumbnail photos: Wilde Imagery/Round Ball Australia

On this episode of The Dubcast, Poletti and Burke chat about the lone Round 5 Game in the Dub during the international break, Football Ferns coach Michael Mayne's comments on why he didn't select Rebekah Stott, our predictions for Round 6, and more.Thumbnail Photo credit: Wilde Imagery/Round Ball Australia

The Matildas have now played their last game before the Asian Cup squad will be selected, and Poletti and Burke recap the games talking points, pay tribute to the retiring Annalie Longo, and more.Thumbnail photos credit: Dani Brown/Round Ball Australia

Poletti is joined by Jacob Stevens to chat about all the big talking points coming out of the Matildas dominant victory over New Zealand, including KCC's 40-metre screamer, where Rebekah Stott is for the Football Ferns, and whether Joe Montemurro is closer to determining his Asian Cup line-up.Don't forget to like and subscribe if you aren't already and join us throughout the A-League Women for our weekly Wednesday episodes.Thumbnail photo of Joe Montemurro: Supplied by Football AustraliaThumbnail photo of Kyra Cooney-Cross: Matildas/X