Auckland City FC earn historic draw against Boca Juniors, plus 'The Soccer Ashes' returns! | Studs Up! Podcast | 25/6/25
Studs Up is a podcast hosted by Auckland-born and bred Riccardo Ball and Wellington’s loudest son, Daniel McHardy. They go head-to-head on all the big football issues from the EPL, Champions League, the A-League, and more.
On this week's episode:
Riccardo is away this week so Daniel has recruited producer Brayden to chat all things FIFA Club World Cup, including Auckland City FC's massive 1-1 draw against Argentine giants Boca Juniors.
All Whites head coach Darren Bazeley joins the show to discuss 'The Soccer Ashes' matches, with a home and away two-match series against Australia scheduled in September.
Plus, Daniel and Brayden dish out their best bets of the week with betcha to hopefully fill your beer fridge.
*betcha is R18, please gamble responsibly.
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FIFA Club World Cup kicks off, plus could Bev Priestman be the new Nix women coach? | Studs Up! Podcast | 18/6/25
Studs Up is a podcast hosted by Auckland-born and bred Riccardo Ball and Wellington’s loudest son, Daniel McHardy. They go head-to-head on all the big football issues from the EPL, Champions League, the A-League, and more.
On this week's episode:
The lads discuss the possibility of Bev Priestman coming to coach the Wellington Phoenix women (along with some drone puns), the FIFA Club World Cup is underway with Auckland City FC going down 10-0 against Bayern Munich, and the lads preview the next round of matches.
Plus, Riccardo and Daniel dish out their best bets with betcha that will hopefully fill the beer fridge.
*betcha is R18, please gamble responsibly.
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All Whites stun African Champions Côte d'Ivoire in Canada | Studs Up! Podcast | 11/6/25
Studs Up is a podcast hosted by Auckland-born and bred Riccardo Ball and Wellington’s loudest son, Daniel McHardy. They go head-to-head on all the big football issues from the EPL, Champions League, the A-League, and more.
On this week's episode: The lads review the two All Whites friendly matches, with good results against two top international teams.
The lads wrap up the rest of the biggest news from around the world, including Ange Postecoglou's sacking from Spurs.
Ric and Daniel also review the Nations League final and look ahead to the FIFA Club World Cup as well.
Plus, Riccardo and Daniel dish out their best bets with betcha that will hopefully fill the beer fridge.
*betcha is R18, please gamble responsibly.
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Auckland City FC head off to the FIFA Club World Cup | Studs Up! Podcast | 5/6/25
Studs Up is a podcast hosted by Auckland-born and bred Riccardo Ball and Wellington’s loudest son, Daniel McHardy. They go head-to-head on all the big football issues from the EPL, Champions League, the A-League, and more.
On this week's episode: The lads are joined by former Auckland City FC assistant coach Ivan Vicelich to look ahead to the FIFA Club World Cup, Stephen Hoyle joins the show to discuss his new coaching role, and the lads review the UCL final between PSG and Inter Milan.
Plus, Riccardo and Daniel dish out their best bets with betcha that will hopefully fill the beer fridge.
*betcha is R18, please gamble responsibly.
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Auckland FC's dream first A-League season ends with semifinal defeat | Studs Up! Podcast | 28/5/25
Studs Up is a podcast hosted by Auckland born and bred Riccardo Ball and Wellington’s loudest son Daniel McHardy. They go head-to-head on all the big football issues from the EPL, Champions League, the A-League and more.
On this week's episode: The lads recap the Auckland FC's 2-0 defeat in the A-League playoffs, the boys review the final weekend of the EPL, and look ahead to the UCL final between PSG and Inter Milan.
Plus, Riccardo and Daniel dish out their best bets with betcha that will hopefully fill the beer fridge.
*betcha is R18, please gamble responsibly.
Football is all about rivalries and we have a big one right on our doorstep - Auckland FC and Wellington Phoenix – and Sport Nation wants to plug you right into it!
Studs Up is a podcast hosted by Auckland born and bred Riccardo Ball and Wellington’s loudest son Daniel McHardy.
They’ll be going head-to-head on all the big football issues from the EPL, Champions League, the A Leagues and more.
And if the Auckland v Wellington connection wasn’t enough, did we mention their English club allegiances? That’s right, it’s Manchester United against Liverpool.
There will be tears, beers, and lost bets, but neither will hold back - they’ll go in Studs Up!
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