Why do so many Aussie footballers stay fit in the A-League, then break down as soon as they move to Europe?

In this episode of Green & Gold FC, we are joined by Dr Adam Field, a Lecturer in Sport Science and Elite Performance at Manchester Metropolitan University. Adam specialises in football performance, recovery and athlete development, and helps explain why Aussie players may be more injury-prone overseas.

We talk about:

• What a sport scientist actually does

• Why European academies produce stronger and more physically prepared players

• How season length, climate, training loads and harder pitches may increase injury risk

• Why strength and conditioning is one of the biggest factors Australia can improve

• Whether late starters can catch up on missed physical development

• The risks of following random gym advice online

• How long flights, travel and jet lag can raise injury risk

• Why ACL injuries are more common in the women’s game

Whether you are a player, coach or fan, this episode offers clear and practical insight into a problem Australian football has struggled with for years.

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Marconi Stallions captain Marko Jesic joins Green & Gold FC to reflect on his playing journey, the club’s run to the Australian Championship Grand Final, and the belief driving their campaign.

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Nathan Godfrey joins Green & Gold FC to discuss his time as General Manager of the National Second Tier project (Australian Championship) at Football Australia, how the competition came to be, and what we’ve learned so far.

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We discuss the latest Socceroos squad, review AFC Champions League performances for City and Macarthur, break down A-League Round 4, and take a closer look at the Australian Championship so far.

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Football Australia board member Joseph Carrozzi joins Green and Gold FC alongside SM Pete for an honest chat about football governance, the National Second Tier, promotion and relegation, and the money behind the game.

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In this episode of Green & Gold FC, we’re joined by David Weiner, co-founder of Football360, to talk about rebuilding football media in Australia. We discuss the decline of mainstream coverage, the rise of fan-led media, and why football must tell its own story on its own terms.

From the vision behind Football360 to the challenges of creating independent coverage, this is a conversation about passion, purpose, and shaping football’s future in Australia.

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We’re joined by Soccernomics co-author Stefan Szymanski to unpack why some nations thrive and others stall, and why Australia’s football system may be stuck in the “middle-income trap.” He also explains how promotion and relegation could change everything.

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In this episode of Green & Gold FC, we break down the Socceroos friendlies against Canada and the USA, looking at tactical changes and standout performances. We dive into the opening week of the Australian Championship, celebrating its big kickoff and highlights so far. Finally, we look ahead to the new A-League season with thoughts on the teams, players, and matches to watch.

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