SEASON FINALE! 12 months out from the 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP | EP23 - The Unused Subs
In the 23rd and FINAL episode of The Unused Subs first season, Jacob & Goran are separated by the Tasman Sea, courtesy of a Spoonley family holiday... but through the wonders of technology The Spoon joins via video call. In studio our old pal TOM DOYLE slots into his position, alongside the big guest for the finale: ALL WHITES HEAD COACH DARREN BAZELEY!In exactly one year, the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be underway. And NZ preparations for the biggest football tournament on the face of the planet just received a huge boost, with the announcement of the Soccer Ashes returning in September - that's ALL WHITES vs Australia's SOCCEROOS in two matches, home and away. We talk to Baze about that, and so much more: the recent trip to Canada, securing victory against Côte d'Ivoire. How to manage Nottingham Forest's CHRIS WOOD during the next 12 months, in what will be a very busy time for the skipper. Which players will be hoping to secure moves this off-season to give themselves the best possible chance of WORLD CUP selection? With so many top quality central defenders, who starts in one year from now? And with some consistent football under his belt, is RYAN THOMAS a serious possibility of coming back to the national team?Thanks to everyone who has taken the time to watch, like, comment and subscribe to The Unused Subs. We'll do everything in our power to return for a second season!FOLLOW THE UNUSED SUBS!Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theunusedsubs/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theunusedsubsKiwis talk football too!#football #soccer #newzealand #allwhites #fifaworldcup
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The FRANCIS DE VRIES Story: Sweden, Sunscreen, Salmon & Shirt Swapping | EP22 - The Unused Subs
In the 22nd episode of The Unused Subs, Jacob & Goran are joined in the Tyler St Sport studio by the 'Transparent Terminator' FRANCIS DE VRIES of Auckland FC and the All Whites!Fresh off the plane from international duties in Canada, the A-League's best left back chats about the sun protection required to play during the Australasian summertime, at what level in Swedish football you are allowed to swap shirts with opposition players, and how an ACL injury eventually landed him a spot at Auckland FC.Also on the agenda: FDV's old Mazda Axela and Goran's first car (the 1986 Holden Barina) face off for the title of worst vehicle, we reveal the real story behind his 45,000 Instagram followers, and the Spoon hits him with the Starting XI. Oh, and we talk about his LETHAL LEFT PEG of course!And don't miss the 'GOOD QUESTION' competition - who asks more, Paladin or Spoonley? Only in Episode 22 of The Unused Subs!FOLLOW THE UNUSED SUBS!Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theunusedsubs/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theunusedsubsKiwis talk football too!#football #soccer #newzealand #aleague
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What next for ALEX PAULSEN? BEN OLD vs PSG, and his toughest season so far | EP21 - The Unused Subs
In the 21st episode of The Unused Subs, Jacob & Goran are joined IN STUDIO by ALEX PAULSEN and St Etienne's BEN OLD!It was an absolute treat to have the long-time friends on the podcast together, and there was so much to cover off:Oldie's experiences in Ligue 1, playing the newly-crowned European champions PSG, his injury, relegation, all the while being far from home away from family and friends. AP's astonishing form for the past two seasons, first for the Phoenix and more recently for the Black Knights. The heartbreak of semi-final defeat again, and what this off-season will bring for the Bournemouth keeper.Oldie came prepared as well, sharing some great stories of his time with AP in their Nix days, including a crazy tale of a flying smartphone.This one is not to be missed! So tell your mates, tell your family to check out our two young All Whites guns on The Unused Subs today! FOLLOW THE UNUSED SUBS!Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theunusedsubs/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theunusedsubsKiwis talk football too!#football #soccer #newzealand #epl #ligue1
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ALEX RUFER on Melbourne Victory shattering Kiwi dreams YET AGAIN! | EP20 - The Unused Subs
In the 20th episode of The Unused Subs, Jacob & Goran are joined by ALEX RUFER, skipper of the Wellington Phoenix! In the aftermath of Auckland FC’s shock loss to Melbourne Victory he’s the perfect person to chat to, given his Nix suffered the same fate one year ago. What are the emotions he experienced after his own semi final disappointment, as we attempt to understand how the Black Knights will be feeling in this moment.Also on the menu: The Phoenix 24/25 campaign and why they didn’t reach the dizzying heights of the previous season, Alex’s sickness - and subsequent weight loss - which saw him spend a large chunk of the season resting at home. We address the Logan Rogerson fishing story, the David Ball jetski yarn, losing mates over golf, and ask the million dollar question: does Alex Rufer genuinely dislike Goran?Before all that Jacob & Goran review THAT disallowed goal. Did Guillermo May’s cross go out of play? And we chat about the overwhelmingly positive impact Auckland FC has had on NZ’s largest city. FOLLOW THE UNUSED SUBS!Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theunusedsubs/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theunusedsubsKiwis talk football too!#football #soccer #newzealand #aleague
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Auckland FC 1-0 Melbourne Victory! ONE GAME AWAY from A-LEAGUE GRAND FINAL! | EP19 - The Unused Subs
In the 19th episode of The Unused Subs, Jacob & Goran are joined by the returning Tom Doyle, and Australia's lead A-League commentator Simon Hill. Auckland FC are 90 minutes away from HOSTING an A-League GRAND FINAL, following their 1-0 semifinal first leg win over Victory in Melbourne! We re-watch Neyder Moreno's double poster, Logan Rogerson's goal, The Port drummer takes a spill, and ask why the people of Melbourne didn't turn up to watch their THREE teams at AAMI Park? And here's the big question: given all that's happened in recent years... is this the most purple patch in kiwi football history?Goran's car almost gets towed, Francis De Vries comes good for Betcha's Hosted Pot, there's a Guillermo May Lime Scooter cameo, we give Simon Hill grief for being a Man City fan, and whatever you do please wait until the end because there's an unwanted, grumpy guest at Tyler St Sport!FOLLOW THE UNUSED SUBS!Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theunusedsubs/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theunusedsubsKiwis talk football too!#football #soccer #newzealand
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