Episode 24 - Gameweek 22

Match Day 2 is done, and it is safe to say we have some thoughts! Was the game versus Zambia a good result for the Aussies? Do we have a bigger issue in the squad? Do we have a weakness in defending set pieces? What are the realistic expectations of the Tillies? What can we expect from the next game against the US? All of that and our own reactions and opinions are in this episode. So get comfy and get ready!

The Matildas' 3-0 loss to Germany in their first match of the Olympics served as a reality check for both the team and Australian fans. While there were areas of improvement and good moments in the game, Germany's quality and organization were evident. The Matildas struggled to defend set pieces, conceding two goals from them. The team also faced challenges in transitioning from defense to attack and lacked clinical finishing. However, it's important to understand the landscape of women's football and the level of competition at the Olympics. The Matildas have made significant progress in recent years, but expectations should be realistic. In this part of the conversation, Josh and Cody discuss the future of the Australian women's soccer team and how long it will take for them to be back in contention for a medal. They also talk about the upcoming Asian Cup and the importance of preparing young players for future tournaments. The conversation then shifts to the scandal involving the Canadian women's soccer team, who were caught flying drones over New Zealand's practices. The hosts express their disbelief and discuss the potential consequences for the team. T hey also touch on the Argentina-Morocco fan drama and the chaotic start to the Olympics.

Summary The hosts discuss the upcoming Olympics and make predictions for the women's football tournament. They analyze each group and predict the winners and runners-up. They also discuss the potential quarterfinal and semifinal matchups. The conversation revolves around predictions for the Olympic women's soccer tournament. The hosts discuss their expectations for the gold, silver, and bronze medal winners, as well as the performance of the Australian team, the Matildas. They also reflect on past tournaments and express their desire for the Matildas to finally win a medal. The conversation ends with a reminder to follow the Talking Tillies podcast for updates on the tournament.

In this episode of the Talking Tillies podcast, the hosts discuss Group A and Group B of the Olympics women's football tournament. They analyze the teams and players, and share their thoughts on their performance and potential outcomes. The teams discussed include France, Canada, Colombia, New Zealand, United States, and Germany. The conversation in this part focuses on the teams in Group F of the Olympics women's football tournament, which includes the teams from Germany, Zambia, Netherlands, and Brazil. The hosts discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each team and make predictions about their performance in the tournament. They also touch on the importance of the Nations League in the development of European teams and the need for changes in the format of women's international breaks.

We are packing our bags for Paris! Join us as the break down the Matildas squad, give you our opinions on selections and what we are excited to see out of this team! We discuss the future of a few members of the squad including potential coaches in the future! Cody gives a run down on how the tournament works and we are ready to dive into the groups next time we meet!

It is almost here! The final game! We look back at the semi's, what could have been and also the future next year for Newcastle and Central Coast! We have a chat about our awards show in 2 weeks and dive in to games around the world!

In this episode, we discuss the recent matches around the world, including the NWSL and WSL. We also analyze the semi-final matches in the A-League. The conversation covers topics such as standout players, injuries, and the potential for upsets in the upcoming matches. Cody and Josh discuss the performance of the Jets and City in their recent match, potential lineup changes for the next game, and the importance of scoring early. We look at the potential role of Sam Kerr at the Olympics, the injuries in the Matildas squad, and the bid to host the AFC Women's Asian Cup in Western Australia, Queensland, and New South Wales.

This week we sit down with Sydney FC star Mackenzie Hawkesby ahead of this weekends finals actions! We tackle all the big topics from favourite sandwich to pineapple on pizza while talking football as well! Mackenzie gives us insight into Sydney's season her career and what preparations look like heading into a finals series! Stick around for our elimination finals debrief and our preview of what is ahead!

This week is all about the final week of the season! We cover all the drama from the final round from the wins and losses, premiers and those missing out on finals! We look ahead to what is going to be a cracking finals campaign and then finish up with our regular hot takes of the week!

Today we welcome Kat Sasso to the pod! Kat is a presenter and content creator who is bringing all her knowledge to the show to help us preview the Olympics! We discuss the Olympic groups and their predictions for the teams that will advance. We look at the Matildas run and what they have to do to get out of the group stage! Then analyse the squad selection for the upcoming international matches and share their thoughts on the inclusion of certain players. Finally, we express their excitement for the international club matches coming to Australia and discuss the significance of these games for local fans. The conversation covers the frustration of playing in oval stadiums and the need for football-specific stadiums in Australia. The state of Marvel Stadium and alternative stadium options are discussed. Personal player selections for the A-League Women's All-Stars team are shared. To round things out we also touch on the cancellation of the Women's Club Championship final and the competitiveness of the A-League Women's league.