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How to replace Juan Mata? Horror tackles that should have been RED | Total A-Leagues Ep 25
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- Apr 9, 2026
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Summary
Welcome to Total A-Leagues Ep 25! Vince Rugari is joined by Tommy Oar and Daniel McBreen to unpack a huge week across the league as the finals race reaches boiling point. We look at our Moments of the Week — Gallegos’ stunning strike, Wellington’s big win, and Mitch Duke’s brace — before diving into the top-six fallout from Melbourne City v Central Coast Mariners. We preview a fiery Sydney Derby, ask whether the Wanderers’ rebuild starts now, and discuss how badly both clubs need to avoid the spoon. Sydney FC’s poor start under Patrick Kisnorbo raises questions too — could they actually miss the six? Newcastle Jets v Adelaide shapes as a must-watch with two of the league’s best attacks, and we debate whether the Jets can genuinely go on to win both the Premiers Plate and the Grand Final. Auckland FC v Melbourne Victory is another blockbuster as Auckland chase revenge for last season, with Juan Mata’s availability still in doubt. We also size up the elimination finals picture — who’s in form, how much home advantage really matters, and whether there’s another Victory-style run from outside the top four coming. Plus, Nalin Mastou returns with a fun mix of Arnie tales, infamous tackles that should’ve been red and our favourite derby moments.