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Sky Sport Presents: Kiwi Football Fix

Sky Sport Presents: Kiwi Football Fix

By Sky Television NZ

Sky Sport's Goran Paladin delves into the best of kiwi football, at home and abroad, interviewing New Zealand's top players and breaking down the domestic leagues.
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Kiwi Football Fix Danny Hay

Sky Sport Presents: Kiwi Football FixMay 26, 2022

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Kiwi Football Fix Danny Hay

Kiwi Football Fix Danny Hay

Sky Sport commentator Jason Pine catches up with All Whites coach Danny Hay ahead of the Fifa World Cup Qualifier vs Costa Rica

May 26, 202224:53
Kiwi Football Fix; Jason Pine and Jacob Spoonley

Kiwi Football Fix; Jason Pine and Jacob Spoonley

Sky Sport's Goran Paladin gets the lowdown on Kiwi footballers plying their trade at home and abroad. This week he catches up with Sky Sport commentators Jason Pine and Jacob Spoonley about the A League playoffs and upcoming All Whites intercontinental playoff match

May 19, 202246:54
Kiwi Football Fix: Ufuk Talay and Simon Hill

Kiwi Football Fix: Ufuk Talay and Simon Hill

Sky Sport's Goran Paladin gets the lowdown on Kiwi footballers plying their trade at home and abroad. This week he catches up with Wellington Phoenix coach Ufuk Talay and A League Commentator Simon Hill to discuss the Phoenix's upcoming playoff match against Western United

May 12, 202243:45
Kiwi Football Fix: Ben Waine and Fred de Jong

Kiwi Football Fix: Ben Waine and Fred de Jong

Sky Sport's Goran Paladin gets the lowdown on kiwi footballers plying their trade at home and abroad. This week he catches up with Phoenix forward Ben Waine and former All White Fred de Jong to discuss the Phoenix's playoff chances heading into the final week of the A League regular season.

May 05, 202238:35
Kiwi Football Fix: Kendall Waston, Costa Rica defender

Kiwi Football Fix: Kendall Waston, Costa Rica defender

This week in the Kiwi Football Fix, an exclusive interview with Kendall Waston, defender for Costa Rica. The Tower gives us a closer look at how the Ticos are preparing for the Intercontinental Playoff game against the All Whites in June.

Apr 28, 202224:22
Kiwi Football Fix: Jason Pine & Alex Rufer

Kiwi Football Fix: Jason Pine & Alex Rufer

With the Wellington Phoenix's playoff hopes being compromised after loosing against the Mariners last week, Goran is joined by Sky commentator Jason Pine and the Nix captain Alex Rufer, for an in-depth look at the last rounds of the season. 

Apr 21, 202249:22
Kiwi Football Fix: Clayton Lewis and Liv Chance

Kiwi Football Fix: Clayton Lewis and Liv Chance

Sky Sport’s Goran Paladin gets the lowdown on New Zealand football from home and abroad.

This week, he catches up with Wellington Phoenix midfielder Clayton Lewis ahead of the Nix return to Wellington this Sunday,  and Football Fern Liv Chance.

Apr 14, 202247:18
Kiwi Football Fix: Oli Sail & Rebekah Stott

Kiwi Football Fix: Oli Sail & Rebekah Stott

In this episode of the Kiwi Football Fix, Sky Sport's Goran Paladin talks with Wellington Phoenix goalkeeper Oli Sail about the ups and downs of the Nix  in the A-League and Football Ferns defender Rebekah Stott anticipates tomorrow's game against the Matildas in Queensland.

Apr 07, 202250:05
Kiwi Football Fix: Marinovic, Pine & de Jong

Kiwi Football Fix: Marinovic, Pine & de Jong

tonight on the Kiwi Football Fix, All Whites goalie Stefan Marinovic and Sky Sport commentators Jason Pine and Fred de Jong join Goran to analyze the best moments of the OFC qualifiers grand final.

Mar 31, 202236:10
Kiwi Football Fix: Logan Rogerson and Jacob Spoonley

Kiwi Football Fix: Logan Rogerson and Jacob Spoonley

The OFC FIFA World Cup Qualifiers are in full gear in Qatar, with the All Whites leading group B after two games and already securing a place in the semifinals. And in this episode of the Kiwi Football Fix Goran Paladin chats with All Whites striker Logan Rogerson and Sky Sports commentator Jacob Spoonley about New Zealand's auspicious start of the competition and the decisive games ahead. 

Mar 24, 202232:44
Kiwi Football Fix: Danny Hay

Kiwi Football Fix: Danny Hay

This week, Sky Sport's Goran Paladin catches up with All Whites Head Coach Danny Hay, in preparation for the upcoming game against Papua New Guinea for the OFC FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Danny even mentions 3 keys players that will be part of the All Whites starting eleven.

Mar 17, 202235:15
Kiwi Football Fix: Chloe Knott & Tommy Semmy

Kiwi Football Fix: Chloe Knott & Tommy Semmy

Sky Sport's Goran Paladin catches up with Wellington Phoenix midfielder, Chloe Knott, to dig into her first season in the A-League. Plus, we head to Melbourne to chat to Papua New Guinea's Star Tommy Semmy, before their clash against the All Whites in the OFC FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

Mar 10, 202240:35
Kiwi Football Fix: Tim Payne

Kiwi Football Fix: Tim Payne

Sky Sport’s Goran Paladin gets the lowdown on New Zealand footballers playing at home and abroad.

This week, he talks to Wellington Phoenix defender Tim Payne, about the great comeback of the Phoenix in the A-League, his recent experience playing for the All Whites against Jordan and the upcoming OFC qualifiers. 

Mar 03, 202230:03
Alex Paulsen & Jason Pine

Alex Paulsen & Jason Pine

Sky's Goran Paladin catches up with Wellington Phoenix goalkeeper, Alex Paulsen. He also calls up our good friend Jason Pine for a lengthy discussion on the All Whites, ahead of the friendly games against Jordan and Uzbekistan.

Jan 27, 202201:03:26
Kiwi Football Fix: Darren Bazeley

Kiwi Football Fix: Darren Bazeley

This week, Sky Sport football commentator Fred De Jong catches up with All Whites Assistant Coach Darren Bazeley, in preparation for the upcoming friendly matches against Jordan and Uzbekistan. Bazeley exclusively announces the comeback of three players who will make their return to the All Whites squad.  



Jan 20, 202233:40
Ufuk Talay and Hannah Wilkinson

Ufuk Talay and Hannah Wilkinson

Sky Sport’s Goran Paladin gets the lowdown on New Zealand football from home and abroad.

In the first episode of 2022, he catches up with Wellington Phoenix Head Coach Ufuk Talay and Melbourne City striker Hannah Wilkinson.  

Jan 13, 202245:20
Kiwi Football Fix - Simon Hill

Kiwi Football Fix - Simon Hill

Sky Sport’s Goran Paladin gets the lowdown on New Zealand football from home and abroad.

In the final episode of 2021, a special treat! 

Goran speaks to Australia's "voice of football", Simon Hill.

Dec 22, 202149:20
Kiwi Football Fix - Kate Taylor

Kiwi Football Fix - Kate Taylor

Sky Sport’s Goran Paladin gets the lowdown on New Zealand footballers playing at home and abroad. 

This week, he talks to young Phoenix defender, Kate Taylor, who at just 18, has been named vice-captain of the team.

Dec 15, 202122:23
Lily Alfeld & Albert Riera

Lily Alfeld & Albert Riera

Sky's Goran Paladin catches up with Wellington Phoenix goal-keeper Lily Alfeld, following their impressive start to the A-League Women's season. Plus, former Nix cult hero Albert Riera joins the show to discuss his transition into coaching, and taking on a big challenge at Auckland City FC. 

Dec 09, 202138:13
Jitka Klimková & Grace Jale

Jitka Klimková & Grace Jale

Sky's Goran Paladin catches up with Football Ferns coach Jitka Klimková, fresh off their promising win against Korea. Plus, we head to Australia to chat to midfielder Grace Jale, before the Wellington Phoenix's inaugural A-League Women match. 

Dec 02, 202129:07
Alex Rufer, Jason Pine and Betsy Hassett

Alex Rufer, Jason Pine and Betsy Hassett

On the first episode of Season 2, Sky's Goran Paladin catches up with the new captain of the Wellington Phoenix, Alex Rufer. He also calls up old mate Jason Pine for a lengthy discussion on the Phoenix's A-League Men's opener, the All Whites, and the future of the Intercontinental Playoff. Plus, Football Ferns midfielder Betsy Hassett joins the show to breakdown their recent games against Canada, and what they're expecting from Korea this weekend. 

Nov 25, 202156:19
Episode 27 - Andrew Durante

Episode 27 - Andrew Durante

In our final episode of Season 1, Goran catches up with Wellington Phoenix legend Andrew Durante. The former All Whites defender opens up about moving to New Zealand, Terry Serepisos, Darije Kalezic, marking Cristiano Ronaldo, Mark Rudan and moving to Western United. 

Jun 24, 202154:15
Episode 26 - Noah Billingsley

Episode 26 - Noah Billingsley

This week on Kiwi Football Fix, Goran heads Stateside again to catch up with All Whites defender Noah Billingsley. The pair discuss the Kiwi connection at Phoenix Rising, his MLS debut for Minnesota United, getting Covid-19, understanding his heart condition, and living through the Black Lives Matter movement.

Jun 17, 202137:16
Episode 25 - The Nix & the Top 6 with Fred de Jong

Episode 25 - The Nix & the Top 6 with Fred de Jong

With the Wellington Phoenix's playoff hopes hanging by a thread, Goran is joined by commentator Fred de Jong for an in-depth look at their season. The pair discuss whether the Nix can make the Top 6, their last game against Perth, who they should re-sign in the off-season, and which team will come out on top. 

Jun 03, 202132:35
Episode 24 - Des Buckingham

Episode 24 - Des Buckingham

This week, Goran catches up with Melbourne City Assistant Coach Des Buckingham, fresh off his Premier Plate victory with the club. The former Wellington Phoenix boss discusses his old side, stopping Erling Haaland, learning from Chris Wilder, high performance with the New Zealand age group sides, and taking his Dad for a flight in the windy Wellington skies. 

May 27, 202139:15
Episode 23 - The Phoenix are back with Jason Pine

Episode 23 - The Phoenix are back with Jason Pine

After 433 days, the Wellington Phoenix are back in town, taking on Mark Rudan's Western United on Saturday at Sky Stadium. Goran dials up the voice of football, Jason Pine, to preview the game and the rest of season for the Nix. Can they still make the playoffs? And is Ulises Davila on his way to Macarthur FC? 

May 20, 202133:24
Episode 22 - Glen Moss

Episode 22 - Glen Moss

This week on the Kiwi Football Fix, former Wellington Phoenix keeper Glen Moss beams in from Macarthur FC HQ to talk about his coaching career, bus drivers in Peru, post-match scuffles for Brazilian shirts, the Nix, and Oli Sail. 

May 13, 202125:17
Episode 22 - Tom Sermanni

Episode 22 - Tom Sermanni

Football Ferns coach Tom Sermanni makes a welcome return to the show, after arriving in New Zealand following the opening of the Trans-Tasman bubble. Goran asks him what he's been to since he's arrived, the build-up to Tokyo 2020, what his future is with New Zealand Football, whether the Phoenix will ever get a team in the W-League, and the pair reminisce on the good old days of the NSL. 

May 06, 202134:58
Episode 21 - Elliot Collier

Episode 21 - Elliot Collier

This week, we cross to the States once again, to find out what All White and Chicago Fire forward Elliot Collier's up to. The 24-year-old talks us through the MLS, coronavirus vaccinations, growing up in Rotorua, playing Futsal in Tahiti, and the time Stefan Marinovic stole his shinpads on his international debut.

Apr 29, 202137:06
Episode 20 - James Musa

Episode 20 - James Musa

This week, Goran heads to the States, to catch up with All White James Musa. The Rising Phoenix defender explains what his MLS experience was like, why he's back in Arizona, and what it's like hanging out with Didier Drogba. Plus, Musa opens up about his experience with Black Lives Matter and living through the George Floyd protests, and whether he's in the frame for an Olympic spot with New Zealand. 

Apr 22, 202135:16
Episode 17 - Chris Wood

Episode 17 - Chris Wood

This week the hottest kiwi property in the Premier League joins the show. Burnley FC striker Chris Wood opens up to Goran about the pressures of EPL football, his season with Burnley FC.. that bizarre goal against Arsenal and how he hopes to soon take the field for the All Whites.. as he targets major milestones

Apr 22, 202134:33
Episode 19 - Claudia Bunge

Episode 19 - Claudia Bunge

This week, Goran catches up with Claudia Bunge, fresh off her remarkable win for Melbourne Victory in the W-League Grand Final. The Football Ferns defender breaks down her first professional season, conversations with Tom Sermanni, and her plans for the Tokyo Olympics. 

Apr 15, 202120:42
Episode 18 - David Dome & Adam Peacock

Episode 18 - David Dome & Adam Peacock

This week on the Kiwi Football Fix, Wellington Phoenix GM David Dome beams in from Wollongong to give us the latest on the Trans-Tasman bubble, and when the club might finally be able to play at home again. Plus, Fox Sports commentator Adam Peacock joins the show to offer an Australian perspective on the Nix and their playoff chances this season.

Apr 08, 202145:51
Episode 16 - Hamish Watson

Episode 16 - Hamish Watson

This week confusion over handball rulings in the A-League has Goran & Piney fired up.. as they assess the Nix's win over Melbourne Victory last night... Plus, it's back to the building site for Team Wellington champion Hamish Watson! So what's next for the ISPS Handa golden boot recipient?

Mar 25, 202125:33
Episode 15 - Kosta Barbarouses

Episode 15 - Kosta Barbarouses

This week All Whites striker Kosta Barbarouses opens up to Goran about his recent run of form in the A-League with Sydney FC and coping with form slumps in the age of social media keyboard warriors.... plus, we set up the coaches of this weekend's ISPS Handa final between Auckland City FC and Team Wellington to go head to head, in a preview chat

Mar 18, 202140:26
Episode 14 - Jeremy Brockie

Episode 14 - Jeremy Brockie

This week Jeremy Brockie dives into his crazy pro football journey over the past year, moving from South Africa to Australia... and he's still on the hunt for a pro contract!  

Plus, Goran catches up with football writer Andrew Voerman in studio to review the Wellington Phoenix' season so far and preview this weekend's ISPS Handa semi-finals

Mar 11, 202154:56
Episode 13 - Danny Hay

Episode 13 - Danny Hay

All White's coach Danny Hay is back on the Kiwi Football Fix with an update on 2021... and he offers his take on the Wellington Phoenix so far this season, and what he makes of the kiwis plying their trade abroad 

Mar 04, 202136:07
Episode 12 - Paul Ifill

Episode 12 - Paul Ifill

Wellington Phoenix legend Paul Ifill joins Goran this week to offer his assessment on the Nix, as they struggle to climb the A-League ladder so far this season... and we catch up with the Hamilton Wanderers ahead of the ISPS Handa Premiership semi-finals.

Feb 25, 202132:07
Episode 11 - Chris Greenacre

Episode 11 - Chris Greenacre

This week on the Kiwi Football Fix, Goran's taking a trip down memory lane with Wellington Phoenix assistant coach Chris Greenacre, as he reflects on the triumphs, and the tough times, in decade-long stint at the club

Feb 18, 202125:08
Episode 10 - Hannah Wilkinson

Episode 10 - Hannah Wilkinson

We're in Duisburg this week with Football Fern Hannah Wilkinson after a wild 2020, which saw her play for three European clubs. Now the striker's counting down until the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and she has a special message for other LBGTQ+ athletes as we celebrate Pride month

Feb 11, 202134:13
Episode 9 - Joe Bell

Episode 9 - Joe Bell

This week on the Kiwi Football Fix, we're in Norway where it's minus 10 degrees and home to rising sensation Joe Bell. The U20's captain and All White talks to Goran about his rapid rise in the sport... and we catch up with football writer Jason Pine to get his thoughts on the Wellington Phoenix, this weekend's ISPS clash between Wellington and Auckland FC

Feb 04, 202130:57
Episode 8 - Paige Satchell & José Figueira

Episode 8 - Paige Satchell & José Figueira

Sky Sport's Goran Paladin gets the lowdown on kiwi footballers plying their trade at home and abroad. This week he's joined by Auckland City's Jose Figueira and Football Fern Paige Satchell.

Jan 28, 202125:39
Episode 7 - Rosie White

Episode 7 - Rosie White

Rosie White joins the show a week before she rejoins OL Reign in the USA... the Football Ferns star chats all things COVID, politics and sport in the US, her time at Liverpool FC and how she believes NZ can benefit from the FIFA Women's World Cup 

Jan 21, 202143:51
Episode 6 - Nikko Boxall

Episode 6 - Nikko Boxall

All White Nikko Boxall gives Goran and football writer Michael Burgess the lowdown on how to cut it as a pro footballer in Europe.. and the inside word on his rivalry with brother Michael, as they vye to play alongside each other, for the first time, at the World Cup Qualifiers

Jan 14, 202136:17
Episode 5 - James McGarry

Episode 5 - James McGarry

On this week's Kiwi Football Fix, Goran gets straight into the important questions with returning Phoenix defender James McGarry. They chat all things life in the Netherlands and his return to the Nix, with the A-League season rapidly approaching. Plus, we cross to Perth to catch up with the Glory's New Zealand trio taking part in the W-League.

Dec 18, 202030:23
Episode 4 - Football Fern Annalie Longo & Piney

Episode 4 - Football Fern Annalie Longo & Piney

Get your weekly Kiwi Football Fix with Goran and Former All Whites Goal Keeper Jacob Spoonley... as they preview the start of the A-League season with football guru Jason Pine. Then Football Ferns star Annalie Longo joins the show just before the W-League gets underway and excitement builds following the announcement of the 2023 Women's World Cup.

Dec 10, 202025:33
Episode 3 - Abby Erceg & Andy Boyens

Episode 3 - Abby Erceg & Andy Boyens

Sky Sport’s Goran Paladin is joined by Football Ferns star Abbey Erceg and NZF Technical Director Andy Boyens, as he gets the low down on kiwi footballers plying their trade at home and abroad.

Dec 03, 202035:35
Episode 2 - Tom Sermanni & Michael Boxall

Episode 2 - Tom Sermanni & Michael Boxall

Join Goran and football writer Michael Burgess as they team up to chat all things football... This week, Football Ferns coach Tom Sermanni is fuming after the FFA denied the Wellington Phoenix a licence for a women's W-League side... and we head to the US where Minnesota Utd defender Michael Boxall is preparing to face off against fellow kiwi Winston Reid in the MLS playoffs!

Nov 26, 202034:35
Episode 1 - Logan Rogerson

Episode 1 - Logan Rogerson

This week, Goran catches up with All Whites coach Danny Hay and former Football Fern Emma Kete. The trio discuss the impact Covid's had on football in New Zealand, plans for next year, and cover all things ISPS Handa Premiership. Plus, Auckland City star Logan Rogerson is our feature guest, delving into his time at the Wellington Phoenix, Germany and what Anthony Hudson was like as a manager. 

Nov 19, 202025:58