Mike Wise
@wisey9.bsky.social
📤 1346
📥 394
📝 165
ESPN ⚽️ Editor Sydney, Australia
Frank and Dyche in the space of 24 hours...
2 days ago
0
11
6
#BringBackAnge
3 days ago
0
0
0
Oh no. Man United didn't win?
3 days ago
0
0
0
reposted by
Mike Wise
Joey Lynch
4 days ago
In
@espnaustralia.bsky.social
; Ya boi is back on A-Liga Men’s stonks watch. 📈 Strikers scoring goals 📈 Winning ugly 📈 Holding players to contracts 📉 Cracks in siege mentalities 📉 Goalkeeping mishaps 📉 Injuries to key men 🔗:
www.espn.com.au/soccer/story...
.
loading . . .
A-League stocks up, stocks down: Brisbane's siege mentality in danger of turning sour
Clayton Taylor's stocks soared with a fine hat trick for the Jets, but it's Michael Valkanis' post-game outburst that has the Roar in the firing line.
https://www.espn.com.au/soccer/story/_/page/TAB43FY26/aleague-stocks-stocks-brisbanes-siege-mentality-danger-turning-sour
0
5
3
reposted by
Mike Wise
Joey Lynch
10 days ago
In
@espnaustralia.bsky.social
; Something new for the Sokkahroos Depth Chart; not predicting next month's team but, instead, gazing into the crystal ball and trying to forecast June's World Cup squad The bolters, the injury returners, the stalwarts, and more 🔗:
www.espn.com.au/football/sto...
.
loading . . .
Socceroos Depth Chart: Australia's likely World Cup squad, four months out
Locks? Bolters? Fitness concerns? Joey Lynch takes a look at which Socceroos are firming as favorites to go to the World Cup, and who has work to do.
https://www.espn.com.au/football/story/_/id/47805144/socceroos-depth-chart-australias-likely-world-cup-squad-four-months-out
1
5
2
The Melania movie sounds *so* disastrously bad that I want to watch it.
14 days ago
0
0
0
I don't usually get so vulnerable on social media, but I just wanted to say that the Frozen 2 soundtrack is better than the original movie.
#sorrynotsorry
14 days ago
0
2
0
reposted by
Mike Wise
Joey Lynch
16 days ago
New from me; Wrote this as the introduction for a broader ALW piece.
@espnaustralia.bsky.social
has been kind enough to run it standalone. Some words on Rado Vidošić; Australian football richer for having had him and poorer now that he’s departed. 🔗:
www.espn.com.au/soccer/story...
.
loading . . .
Rado Vidošić will leave an indelible mark on Australian football
Rado Vidošić will be remembered not just as a font of footballing wisdom, but also as a kind man, with a warm presence and a sense of care for, and belief, in others.
https://www.espn.com.au/soccer/story/_/id/47761802/rado-vido%C5%A1i%C4%87-leave-indelible-mark-australian-football
0
10
4
reposted by
Mike Wise
Joey Lynch
17 days ago
In
@espnaustralia.bsky.social
; Newly installed A-League chief Steve Rosich won't rule out a Canberra men's side or Western United in the 2026-27 season, whilst confirming more than a dozen formal registers of interest in purchasing the Central Coast Mariners. 🔗:
www.espn.com.au/football/sto...
.
loading . . .
A-League chief reveals high interest in Mariners license
Newly installed A-League chief Steve Rosich won't rule out the prospect of a Canberra men's side or Western United in the 2026-27 season, while interest to purchase the Mariners builds.
https://espn.com.au/football/story/_/page/TAB38FY26/aleague-chief-reveals-high-interest-central-coast-mariners-license
2
12
5
reposted by
Mike Wise
Marissa Lordanic
about 2 months ago
Another round of dub stocks in the pot
www.espn.com.au/soccer/story...
loading . . .
A-League Women stocks up, stocks down: Phoenix in seventh heaven
The Phoenix put seven past Sydney FC, giving Wellington their best ever win and the Sky Blues their worst ever defeat.
https://www.espn.com.au/soccer/story/_/page/TAB27FY26/aleague-women-stocks-stocks-phoenix-seventh-heaven
0
9
2
reposted by
Mike Wise
Joey Lynch
about 2 months ago
In
@espnaustralia.bsky.social
; Ya boi is back on A-Liga Men’s stonks watch this week. 📈 Box Offices 📈 Ice Cold Penalties 📈 Pressure Easing Wins 📉 A Hot Seat At X-Mas 📉 Injuries to Star Men 📉 Knowledge Of Ancient Anatolia 🔗:
www.espn.com.au/soccer/story...
.
loading . . .
A-League Stocks up, stocks down: The Box Office Jets are back!
Mark Milligan has turned the Newcastle Jets into the A-League's must-watch side. Meanwhile, things look like they're turning sour at the Wanderers.
https://www.espn.com.au/soccer/story/_/page/TAB26FY26/aleague-stocks-stocks-box-office-jets-back
0
8
1
reposted by
Mike Wise
Joey Lynch
about 2 months ago
In
@espnaustralia.bsky.social
; A piece on the arrival of new A-Liga chief executive Steve Rosich. On not just the challenges but on being visible and selling the dream. 🔗:
www.espn.com.au/football/sto...
.
loading . . .
Can Steve Rosich finally fill the A-League's leadership void?
For too long, the A-League has operated without a figurehead; someone to sell the dream. Is new CEO Steve Rosich the person who can help steer football out of the doldrums?
https://www.espn.com.au/football/story/_/id/47330376/can-steve-rosich-fill-aleagues-leadership-void
0
6
3
reposted by
Mike Wise
Joey Lynch
about 2 months ago
In
@espnaustralia.bsky.social
; Ya boi is back on the Worldwide Leader’s stock watch for the A-Liga Femenino. 📈 Canberra United 📈 Furphy Stonks 📈 Time Zones 📉 Wooden Spoon Watch 📉 Existential Crisis 📉 Goalscoring Droughts 🔗:
www.espn.com.au/football/sto...
.
loading . . .
A-League Women stocks up, stocks down: City's remarkable run ends
The Newcastle Jets impressed against Brisbane Roar, while Melbourne City's 30-game regular season undefeated run came to an end.
https://www.espn.com.au/football/story/_/page/TAB24FY26/aleague-women-stocks-stocks-city-remarkable-run-ends
0
6
2
reposted by
Mike Wise
Joey Lynch
2 months ago
In
@espnaustralia.bsky.social
& ESPN FC; On the Socceroos drawing the United States at next year’s World Cup How it might not the biggest game the Roos have played at a World Cup but could still prove defining for 2026. And how it may be one of the most hyped 🔗:
www.espn.com.au/soccer/story...
.
loading . . .
Not a 'lay-up': USA clash could be the most hyped in Socceroos history
Australia's game against the United States won't be the biggest World Cup match that the Socceroos have ever played -- but it might be the most hyped.
https://www.espn.com.au/soccer/story/_/id/47244204/usa-clash-most-hyped-socceroos-history
2
5
2
lol
2 months ago
0
11
2
reposted by
Mike Wise
Joey Lynch
3 months ago
In
@espnaustralia.bsky.social
; On examining games in vacuums, as part of a window, as a broader trend, and sometimes doing all of it at the same time. 🔗:
www.espn.com.au/soccer/story...
.
loading . . .
Sick Socceroos get a pass, but attacking issues still remain
There's no shame in falling 3-0 to Colombia given the circumstances Tony Popovic's Socceroos found themselves in. The spotlight, however, will only shine brighter over the coming months.
https://www.espn.com.au/soccer/story/_/id/47018184/sick-socceroos-get-pass-attacking-issues-remain
0
5
1
That doll from Lift Off is going to open the batting for Australia...
add a skeleton here at some point
3 months ago
0
0
0
reposted by
Mike Wise
Joey Lynch
3 months ago
In
@espnaustralia.bsky.social
We’ve all noticed it; players called into the Socceroos often sit in their first camp Why? Well, sometimes there’s an established starter Why else? I spoke with Hayden Foxe, Max Balard, Cammy Devlin, and Kai Trewin to learn more 🔗:
www.espn.com.au/soccer/story...
.
loading . . .
Paying Popa's penance: Why the Socceroos are learning to be patient
New players in the Australian camp tend not to see any game-time under Tony Popovic, in what is fast becoming almost a Socceroos rite of passage.
https://www.espn.com.au/soccer/story/_/id/47004742/paying-popas-penance-why-socceroos-learning-patient
0
4
1
reposted by
Mike Wise
Joey Lynch
3 months ago
In
@espnaustralia.bsky.social
; The A-Liga Women’s Stock Up & Stocks Down are in. This week: 📈 Big Jeff 📈 Foreign Strikers 📈Holly Mac 📉 No goals in two games 📉 No points in two games 🔗:
www.espn.com.au/soccer/story...
.
loading . . .
Stocks up, stocks down: Hopkins celebrates 200th game in style
Jeff Hopkins 200th game at the helm of an A-League Women's team went according to plan, while there's a familiar feeling of stagnation at the Wanderers.
https://www.espn.com.au/soccer/story/_/page/TAB9FY26/aleague-women-stocks-stocks-hopkins-celebrates-200th-game-style
0
6
1
There is no graceful way to eat a mango pip.
3 months ago
0
0
0
reposted by
Mike Wise
Joey Lynch
3 months ago
In
@espnaustralia.bsky.social
It was a real treat to sit down with Juan Mata this week ahead of the Melbourne Derby. He's done a lot in his career. 𝘈 𝘭𝘰𝘵. But he still loves to play the game. And no matter what happens, he's not going to let that change. 🔗:
www.espn.com.au/football/sto...
.
loading . . .
From Chelsea and Man Utd, to Japan and Australia: Why Juan Mata can't quit soccer
At 37, Juan Mata has won just about everything you can in the soccer world. So why is he still chasing minutes in the far-flung Australian A-League?
https://www.espn.com.au/football/story/_/id/46865942/from-man-utd-japan-australia-why-juan-mata-cant-quit-soccer
0
9
2
reposted by
Mike Wise
Alexander Abnos
3 months ago
Soccer mayor.
2
62
4
reposted by
Mike Wise
Joey Lynch
3 months ago
In
@espnaustralia.bsky.social
; With just two more international windows to go until Tony Popovic names his squad for the FIFA World Cup, the ESPN Sokkahroos Depth Chart is back. Venezuela and Colombia await amidst a wave of injuries on the flanks. 🔗:
www.espn.com.au/football/sto...
.
loading . . .
Socceroos Depth Chart: Rowles choice? Australia's left back dilemma
With injury clouds hanging over Jordy Bos, Aziz Behich and Jacob Italiano, is Kye Rowles the man to fill-in at left back for the Socceroos? Joey Lynch takes a look at who Tony Popovic should consider ...
https://www.espn.com.au/football/story/_/id/46850382/socceroos-depth-chart-rowles-choice-australias-left-back-dilemma
0
9
1
reposted by
Mike Wise
Brydon Coverdale
3 months ago
On this day in 1932, the Australian military began the Emu War, a battle against emus that were threatening wheat crops in WA. The soldiers were armed with machine guns. The conflict lasted six weeks. And the outcome? As listed on Wikipedia: Emu victory.
0
10
7
reposted by
Mike Wise
Joey Lynch
4 months ago
In
@espnaustralia.bsky.social
; Alex Badolato 📈 Max Caputo 📈 Filip Kurto 📈 Perth Glory 📉 Three shots on target across two weeks 📉 The ESPN A-Liga Men’s stock up and stock down is back for week two of the campaign. 🔗:
www.espn.com.au/soccer/story...
.
loading . . .
Stocks up, stocks down: Australia's latest wonderkid Alex Badolato
Garang Kuol, Nestory Irankunda and now Alex Badolato? Four goals in two games will do that to your A-League stocks...
https://www.espn.com.au/soccer/story/_/page/TAB2FY26/aleague-men-stocks-stocks-australias-latest-wonderkid-alex-badolato
0
6
1
reposted by
Mike Wise
Joey Lynch
4 months ago
Alongside the great
@marissalordanic.bsky.social
in
@espnaustralia.bsky.social
; Viva la Dub. The A-Liga Femenina is back for another year and the Worldwide Leader is here to help you out with a team-by-team breakdown of all eleven sides. 🔗:
www.espn.com.au/soccer/story...
.
loading . . .
ESPN's must-read A-League Women 2025-26 team-by-team season preview
ESPN has run the rule of all 11 teams in this year's A-League Women to see what the future may bring for your favourite side.
https://www.espn.com.au/soccer/story/_/id/46577987/aleague-women-2025-26-season-preview-big-questions-storylines
0
6
3
reposted by
Mike Wise
Samuel Marsden
4 months ago
De Jong not impressed by Carvajal's provocation of Lamine Yamal, who was given a hostile welcome by Real Madrid fans on Sunday
www.espn.com/soccer/story...
loading . . .
Barça's De Jong slams Carvajal for Yamal 'scene'
Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong criticized Dani Carvajal's provocation of Lamine Yamal at the end of an ill-tempered Clásico, which ended with both sets of players scuffling on the pitch after the game.
https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/46734462/barcelona-de-jong-slams-carvajal-making-scene-yamal
1
9
2
reposted by
Mike Wise
Jeff Kassouf
4 months ago
Sunday was always going to be about a response for the
#USWNT
. It was imperfect, sure, but the Americans went from silos and islands to a more collective, controlling win over Portugal. They also did it while providing another glimpse of the future. They were back to some version of themselves.
loading . . .
Moultrie and Co. get Hayes' team back playing 'the USA way'
For a team that prides itself on playing "the USA way," Sunday's 3-1 win over Portugal was a good response to Thursday's shock loss.
https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/46737452/moultrie-co-get-hayes-team-back-playing-usa-way
0
34
4
reposted by
Mike Wise
Joey Lynch
4 months ago
In
@espnaustralia.bsky.social
; Observations from Montréal and Denver on the Sokkahroos' preparations for the FIFA World Cup - with words from Paul Okon and Hayden Foxe on squad selection and some of the logic behind it. 🔗:
www.espn.com.au/football/sto...
.
loading . . .
Road to World Cup 2026: What the Socceroos learned in North America
A win, a loss, and a massive amount of intelligence gathered. Joey Lynch has the inside word on what impact the October window had on the Socceroos' World Cup plans.
https://www.espn.com.au/football/story/_/id/46688915/road-world-cup-2026-socceroos-learned-north-america
0
8
2
reposted by
Mike Wise
Samuel Marsden
4 months ago
Rashford's been Barça's only ever-present forward this year & leads team in goal contributions. A look at how he's settling in ahead of big games v Olympiacos & Madrid, where he's improved & where Flick, the driving force behind his signing, wants more from him
www.espn.com/soccer/story...
loading . . .
How Man United's Rashford has revitalized his career at Barcelona
At 27, Marcus Rashford should be entering his prime. And while that appeared unlikely 12 months ago, his move to Barça has seemingly reinvigorated his career.
https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/46655806/how-manchester-united-marcus-rashford-revitalized-career-barcelona
1
10
7
reposted by
Mike Wise
Joey Lynch
4 months ago
In
@espnaustralia.bsky.social
' Week one of the A-Liga Hombres is in the books and, new in 2025-26, that means week one of the Worldwide Leader's 📈Stocks Up📈 and 📉Stocks Down📉 watch is also in - looking at the highs and lows of all twelve teams across the week. 🔗:
www.espn.com.au/soccer/story...
.
loading . . .
Stocks up, stocks down: Mariners start the season with a thriller
Sunday's F3 Derby produced one of the most stunning finishes in A-League history, while Ufuk Talay could already be in a bit of strife. Here's what you might have missed over the opening weekend.
https://www.espn.com.au/soccer/story/_/id/46651816/aleague-men-stocks-stocks-mariners-start-season-thriller
0
6
1
🦘
add a skeleton here at some point
4 months ago
0
0
0
reposted by
Mike Wise
Joey Lynch
4 months ago
In
@espnaustralia.bsky.social
; Spoke with Nestory Irankunda after the game in Denver. After two goalscoring windows, he feels like he belongs at the international level, with his sights set on what he wants to be the first of many FIFA World Cups. 🔗:
www.espn.com.au/football/sto...
.
loading . . .
Socceroos phenom Nestory Irankunda ready to 'take on the world'
Nestory Irankunda now feels like he belongs at the international level, and has his sights set on the FIFA World Cup.
https://www.espn.com.au/football/story/_/id/46609323/socceroos-phenom-nestory-irankunda-ready-take-world
0
7
1
reposted by
Mike Wise
Jeff Carlisle
4 months ago
With ESPN colleague
@joeylynchy.bsky.social
... On an night when Christian Pulisic was forced off after 28 minutes, Haji Wright and Cristian Roldan made their cases for World Cup roster spots.
#usmnt
www.espn.com/soccer/story...
loading . . .
USMNT World Cup roster implications: Wright, Roldan make cases
Has Haji Wright guaranteed his World Cup spot? Jeff Carlisle and Joey Lynch take a look at the major talking points from the USMNT's 2-1 win over Australia.
https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/46599498/usmnt-world-cup-roster-implications-wright-roldan-make-cases
3
43
2
reposted by
Mike Wise
Joey Lynch
4 months ago
Axcloosive In
@espnaustralia.bsky.social
; With the 2026 FIFA World Cup firmly in his sights,
#Socceroos
striker Mo Touré doesn't want to put a ceiling on what he can achieve, with a growing maturity off the field propelling his rising fortunes on it. 🔗:
www.espn.com.au/football/sto...
.
loading . . .
'Sky's the limit' for in-form Socceroos star Touré
Socceroos striker Mohamed Touré has told ESPN that he doesn't want to put a ceiling on what he can achieve, with a growing maturity off the field propelling his rising fortunes on it.
https://www.espn.com.au/football/story/_/id/46574996/skys-limit-form-socceroos-star-mohamed-toure
2
5
1
reposted by
Mike Wise
Poletti (they/them)
4 months ago
Mondays are better with
@thefarpostpod.bsky.social
0
6
1
reposted by
Mike Wise
Joey Lynch
4 months ago
From Montréal for
@espnaustralia.bsky.social
; Tony Popovic once said a chance to ruin an opponent's fairytale was beautiful. If he still feels the same way as
#Socceroos
boss, then beating Canada may have been one of the most magnificent victories he’s had. 🔗:
www.espn.com.au/football/sto...
.
loading . . .
Socceroos spoil Canada's party as World Cup momentum grows
Canada's meeting with Australia in Montréal was supposed to be a homecoming and a celebration. Instead, the hosts got a rude introduction to "Popaball."
https://www.espn.com.au/football/story/_/id/46564531/socceroos-spoil-canadas-party-world-cup-momentum-grows
0
13
1
Babe, wake up... ... the new Streets album just dropped.
add a skeleton here at some point
4 months ago
0
0
0
reposted by
Mike Wise
Samuel Marsden
4 months ago
After losing last season’s UWCL final, and with headlines about cost cutting perhaps painting a slightly misleading picture this summer, Barcelona wanted to start their European campaign with a bang. They did just that, Bayern the victims of a seven goal battering
www.espn.com/soccer/story...
loading . . .
Beaten in the final last season, Barça begin UWCL with a bang
Barcelona played like they had something to prove in their 7-1 rout of Bayern Munich on Tuesday, sending out an ominous warning to their UWCL title rivals
https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/46523788/beaten-final-last-season-barca-begin-uwcl-bang
0
9
3
reposted by
Mike Wise
Joey Lynch
4 months ago
In
@espnaustralia.bsky.social
; Hunters and Trophy Collectors: The Importance of the Jets'
#Australia
Cup. 🔗:
www.espn.com.au/soccer/story...
.
loading . . .
Newcastle Jets revival: Milligan bringing pride back to the Hunter
Does the Australia Cup represent the dawn of a new era for the Jets? Maybe. But the trophy is just reward for a fan base and region subjected to years of existential dread.
https://www.espn.com.au/soccer/story/_/id/46515816/newcastle-jets-revival-milligan-bringing-pride-back-hunter
0
7
2
reposted by
Mike Wise
ESPN Australia
4 months ago
Your new home for the UEFA Women’s Champions League!!! ⚽ Don't miss the likes of Sam Kerr, Steph Catley, Caitlin Foord (and many more!) as our Matildas superstars take part in the world's premier women's competition. Every match of the UEFA Women’s Champions League live on ESPN on D+ 📺
0
8
3
reposted by
Mike Wise
Marissa Lordanic
4 months ago
Guys. We're celebrating a very special birthday today. Happy 101st birthday to my beloved Olimpico featuring the history, the correct spelling, and some of my favourites 🥳
www.espn.com.au/soccer/story...
loading . . .
Celebrating the Olimpico, one of soccer's most audacious goals
Oct. 2 is an auspicious date in soccer history: in 1924, the first goal direct from a corner was scored. Known forever as an Olimpico, here are some of the very best.
https://www.espn.com.au/soccer/story/_/id/46407078/celebrating-olimpico-one-soccers-most-audacious-goals
5
33
11
reposted by
Mike Wise
Sam Tighe
4 months ago
Champions League talking points for
@espn.com
—Mbappé covering Madrid cracks? —What's eating Liverpool? —Julian Álvarez: Underrated? —What did PSG teach us in beating Barça? —Højlund "back"?
loading . . .
UCL talking points: Liverpool in trouble? Mbappé rescuing Real? Are PSG, Barça the best?
The Champions League gave us plenty to break down in Matchday 2, from Liverpool's latest defeat to Kylian Mbappe rescuing Real Madrid. Our experts tell you what to make of the games.
https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/46450260/uefa-champions-league-talking-points-liverpool-real-madrid-kylian-mbappe-barcelona-psg
0
4
2
The Beautiful Game
5 months ago
2
37
10
reposted by
Mike Wise
A Funny Old Game
5 months ago
It’s John Sheridan’s birthday today. You remember him. Midfielder. Playmaker. And scorer of one of the sauciest set pieces you could ever wish to see.
loading . . .
2
62
6
reposted by
Mike Wise
Alyssa Long
5 months ago
Hey a thing I really don’t want to get lost here is that while Tylenol doesn’t cause autism, IT’S FINE TO BE AUTISTIC. Let’s not grant them the premise that autism should be eradicated in our way to correct the science, okay? Okay.
74
9137
3012
Wait. So he *wasn't* the guy who invented Kirks soft drinks?!? Then why is everyone so mad?
5 months ago
0
1
0
reposted by
Mike Wise
Joey Lynch
5 months ago
In @espnaustralia.bsky.social; Listening to him speak, there’s a feeling that Juan Mata feels he has unfinished business in the A-Liga Men. After two straight Grand Final defeats, Victory definitely has unfinished business. But will they help each other? 🔗:
www.espn.com.au/soccer/story...
loading . . .
More minutes? Why Melbourne Victory took a punt on Juan Mata
Juan Mata barely featured for the Wanderers last season. So why have Melbourne Victory snapped up the 37-year-old World Cup winner?
https://www.espn.com.au/soccer/story/_/id/46276475/more-minutes-why-melbourne-victory-took-punt-juan-mata
0
10
4
reposted by
Mike Wise
Daniel Ahmad
5 months ago
Time to break out the chart
add a skeleton here at some point
16
6832
2530
Load more
feeds!
log in