In this special episode, we sit down with Tom Byer — the man behind Japan’s grassroots technical revolution — to unpack how one of Asia’s most successful football nations built its player pipeline from the ground up. Tom explains the science behind early skill development, and why Australia’s national curriculum may have gone wrong. We explore how to create a culture of ball mastery and what Australia can do if it wants to close the growing talent gap.

Whether you're a parent, coach, or just a fan, this episode will change how you think about youth football.

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In this special Matildas-themed episode of Green and Gold FC, Graham sits down with our forum's resident Matildas expert, Adam – known online as rebelliousfeminist974 – to break down all things Matildas under new coach Joe Montemurro.

We dive into the squad selection shake-ups, the rise of fringe players and youth talent, and what Montemurro's attacking philosophy means for the team's future. Adam shares insights on players to watch, who’s missing out, and who’s making waves – from Holly McNamara’s inspiring comeback to the evolving roles of Kennedy and Heatley.

We also review the two-match series against Slovenia, unpacking what went right (and wrong), and what it says about the team’s direction heading into the 2026 Asian Cup on home soil.

If you’re a Matildas tragic or just keen to learn more about the team’s future, this one’s for you.

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In this special episode of Green and Gold FC, we dive into the growing intersection of football and geopolitics ahead of the 2026 World Cup. With global tensions rising — particularly in the Middle East — and the United States set to co-host, what could this mean for players, fans, and the tournament itself?

Graham is joined by co-host Alex and guest contributor Adrian (aka Mr. Clean Sheets) to discuss everything from travel restrictions and visa bans to how past conflicts have shaped FIFA’s decisions. Will countries like Iran be allowed in? Could politics compromise the World Cup experience?

We explore the legal, logistical, and ethical challenges facing FIFA, host nations, and fans — all while keeping the heart of the conversation grounded in football.

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