Episodios

  • Heidelberg's Fortress: Home Ground Dominance

    Heidelberg's Fortress: Home Ground Dominance
    Nov 25 2025
    On this week’s SBS Championship Corner, hosts Nick Pagano and Adrian Arciuli welcome Heidelberg goalkeeper Yaren Sözer and SBS Italian's Paolo Gallo to unpack all the Australian Championship quarter final action! Heidelberg have gone unbeaten at home for 51 matches, and we break down what's behind that streak -coaching style, match‑day routines, and the energy drawn from a passionate Greek-Australian community. They dissect the Derby d’Italia madness, highlighting what was potentially ‘The Best Tackle Ever’. They preview the upcoming semi-finals, noting Moreton City’s fairytale run and ask Sozer how Heidelberg plan to deal with South Melbourne’s threat from set‑pieces and long‑throw threats. All of that and so much more in this episode of the SBS Championship Corner!
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    30 m
  • Round Two: Goals Galore and Red Card Controversy

    Round Two: Goals Galore and Red Card Controversy
    Oct 21 2025
    In this episode of SBS Championship Corner, hosts Adrian Arciuli and Nick Pagano dive into the standout moments from the second round of the Australian championship. Joining them this week is SBS Japanese's Yumi Oba and Marconi Stallions defender Tass Mourdoukoutas. They discuss the highly controversial first red card of the Australian Championship, Manny Aguek & Michael Konestabo’s stunning long range efforts and what the Japanese community is bringing to this new league. As the competition heats up, Adrian and Nick preview the crucial clash between Marconi and the Wollongong Wolves, which could determine the fate of Group B. Tune in for insightful analysis, lively discussions, and all the excitement that the championship has to offer!
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    25 m
  • Episode Six: The Final Eight

    Episode Six: The Final Eight
    Nov 18 2025
    In this episode of SBS Championship Corner we recap a wild final round of group stage competition, complete with upsets, an underdog’s first national point since 2013, and MetroStars’ dramatic surge. We also unpack how coaching, identity and community are shaping the new national landscape as Nick sits down with player agent Tino Mjawe. Adrian Arciuli drops in with 'report cards' for every group as we head into the finals before Nick and Tino make bold picks for the weekend’s headline clashes featuring Marconi, Avondale, Heidelberg, South Melbourne and NWS Spirit. For the storylines, stakes and sleeper teams that will define the knockout rounds, this episode is a must listen!
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    32 m
  • Round Five: In Between the Sticks

    Round Five: In Between the Sticks
    Nov 11 2025
    Crunch time in the Aus Championship as we head closer to the finals! We unpack the biggest storylines from round five- late collapses, red-hot form streaks, and the set-piece oddity that had everyone buzzing, before diving into the Croatian community’s influence on Australian football. West APIA's keeper Oli Kalac reflects on pressure, preparation and home-final dreams, while SBS Croatian's Mirna Primorac talks about community pride in the game, youth pathways, and why promotion and relegation matters.
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    31 m
  • Round Four: Behind the Championship Curtain

    Round Four: Behind the Championship Curtain
    Nov 4 2025
    After another massive week of Australian Championship football, hosts Nick Pagano and Adrian Arciuli take you through which teams are looking good for the title… and which are looking for the airport home. West APIA forward Jordan Segreto joins the panel to talk about the unity that exists between the Italian teams competing at this Australian Championships, as well as touching on his healing journey with injury and recovery. Also on the show is SBS Sport’s Executive Producer Catherine Whelan, who sheds some light on the behind-the-scenes production work that brings the football on the pitch to your screens at home. Together, they reflect on the rich legacy of football on SBS including what it meant to see broadcasting legend Andy Paschalidis return to the big screen, as well as discussing the bright future of both the competition and sports broadcasting in Australia.
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    28 m
  • Round Three: Make or Break Time

    Round Three: Make or Break Time
    Oct 28 2025
    Join hosts Nick Pagano and Adrian Arciuli as they dive into all the excitement and major talking points from Round three of the Australian Championship, joined by special guests Luca Falcone, head coach of NWS Spirit, and Paolo Gallo, former coach at the AC Milan Academy and currently at Hakoah FC. Now at the group stage’s half way point, the panel reflects on how the competition is shaping up, and look at the reasons behind the surprising successes of non-foundational clubs like Heidelberg United and NWS Spirit. They dive into why a NSW-based club is yet to beat a team from Victoria and just how a 17-year old kid was able to steal the weekend headlines. The all-Italian panel also discussed how Italy has influenced Australian football, reminise on legends like Del Piero and Vieri and much more! With insightful analysis, stories of Italian heritage, and the much-loved SBS Moment of the Week, this episode captures the energy, character, and emotion that define the new era of Australian football.
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    28 m
  • Kick off: New League, Old Passions

    Kick off: New League, Old Passions
    Oct 16 2025
    Hosts Adrian Arciuli and Nick Pagano kick off the inaugural SBS Championship Corner, breaking down the opening weekend’s talking points - late equalisers, long‑range screamers, and classic rivalries - while exploring what the competition means to Australia’s multicultural communities. Joined by SBS Greek’s Themi Kallos and Sydney Olympic FC’s Seth Clark, it’s sharp analysis, real stories, and plenty of banter.
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    23 m