The NPL Victoria Pod – Details, episodes & analysis

The NPL Victoria Podcast is brought to you in 2026 by Melville Bodyworks, located at 106 Melville Rd Brunswick West. For all your panel beating and smash repairs, give them a call on 8378-5555, or visit http://melvillebodyworks.com.au/ - and let them know we sent you!

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We'd also like to thank Content Hype for their support of the show.

From matchday photography, videography and social media to website management and newsletters, Content Hype will tailor a package that suits your club's needs. 

Plus, the Content Hype podcast studio is available for hire! Visit http://www.contenthype.com.au/ to find out more.

Josh, Ivka and Nick are joined in the Content Hype studio by Avondale analyst and social media sensation, Maxim Gaydovskiy, to explore his unique football journey, all the way from Zenit Saint Petersburg to Avenger Park!

Maxi spent over a decade at Zenit, working under luminaries like Andre Villas-Boas, Luciano Spalletti and Roberto Mancini. From sleeping at the training ground, travelling to glamour European ties at Stamford Bridge, and being followed on Instagram by Jose Mourinho, Maxi has some incredible tales from the very top of the European game.

So how on earth did he end up in NPL Victoria? Listen and find out!

Make sure you give Maxi a follow on Instagram: m777ax

The NPL Victoria Podcast is brought to you in 2026 by Melville Bodyworks, located at 106 Melville Rd Brunswick West. For all your panel beating and smash repairs, give them a call on 8378-5555, or visit http://melvillebodyworks.com.au/ - and let them know we sent you!

We'd also like to thank Content Hype for their support of the show.

From matchday photography, videography and social media to website management and newsletters, Content Hype will tailor a package that suits your club's needs. 

Plus, the Content Hype podcast studio is available for hire! Visit http://www.contenthype.com.au/ to find out more.

As the mid-season window concludes, sides have bolstered their ranks with fresh talent to help them to the finish line, and the NPL Victoria is no different. 

NPL Victoria commentator Josh Parish once again joins Lachie and Nick for a jam packed epsideo!

On the agenda this week: 

• Oakleigh Cannons defender Anthony Pantazopoulos signs for Western Sydney Wanderers
• MacIvor Reserve plays host to a huge battle between South and Oakleigh - the match, the venue and the souv reviewed. 
• How many points do the relegation battlers need to stay up?
• A bad week for goalkeepers across the NPL 
• Could Heidelbergs disappoint league campaign end with a silver(ware) lining? 

After some extra NPL Victoria content this week? We've got you covered! In addition to our regular review pod, Nick caught up with Eastern Lions striker Max Batchelor for a fascinating interview about his career and secret life as a Reality TV star. You can catch it here.

Have a question you want answered on the show? Reach out to us on Twitter!

➤ Follow the show on Twitter: @NPLVicPod
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The NPL Victoria Podcast is brought to you in 2026 by Melville Bodyworks, located at 106 Melville Rd Brunswick West. For all your panel beating and smash repairs, give them a call on 8378-5555, or visit melvillebodyworks.com.au - and let them know we sent you!

Grab your morning coffee in style with Panenkups - premium keep cups that reflect your passion for the beautiful game. With 10 iconic clubs to choose from, head to www.panenkups.com and use promo code NPLPOD at checkout for an exclusive 15% discount.

We'd also like to thank Content Hype for their support of the show.

From matchday photography, videography and social media to website management and newsletters, Content Hype will tailor a package that suits your club's needs. 

Plus, the Content Hype podcast studio is available for hire! Visit www.contenthype.com.au to find out more.

Enjoying the show? Keep in touch via our socials!

➤ Twitter: @NPLVicPod
➤ Instagram: @NPLVictoriaPod
➤ Pester Nick here : @NickDurbano_
➤ Tell Lachie he's wrong here: @lachieflannigan
➤ Direct hate mail to Josh here: @joshparish_...

After a dramatic final day of action, we have our semi-finalists and relegated teams locked in. 

Preston Lions and Essendon Royals will face off in the first semi-final on Friday evening, while Premiers Bulleen Lions host Heidelberg on Saturday. 

Meanwhile, a late goal resigned Brunswick Juventus to VPL next season, while Calder went out with a whimper. 

With Oscar once again flaking on the podcast, join Taryn and Pokuah to discuss all the news, storylines and drama of the NPLW Victoria 2024 season!

The NPL Victoria Podcast is brought to you in 2026 by Melville Bodyworks, located at 106 Melville Rd Brunswick West. For all your panel beating and smash repairs, give them a call on 8378-5555, or visit melvillebodyworks.com.au - and let them know we sent you!

Grab your morning coffee in style with Panenkups - premium keep cups that reflect your passion for the beautiful game. With 10 iconic clubs to choose from, head to www.panenkups.com and use promo code NPLPOD at checkout for an exclusive 15% discount.

We'd also like to thank Content Hype for their support of the show.

From matchday photography, videography and social media to website management and newsletters, Content Hype will tailor a package that suits your club's needs. 

Plus, the Content Hype podcast studio is available for hire! Visit www.contenthype.com.au to find out more.

Enjoying the show? Keep in touch via our socials!

➤ Twitter: @NPLVicPod
➤ Instagram: @NPLVictoriaPod
➤ Pester Nick here : @NickDurbano_
➤ Tell Lachie he's wrong here: @lachieflannigan
➤ Direct hate mail to Josh here: @joshparish_...

Bulleen Lions were finally on the right side of a big final, edging out Preston 3-2 in a thrilling Nike Cup finale.

Things are getting even tighter in the league race though - can South Melbourne make a miraculous late charge for the top four?

The relegation battle is even closer, with all three teams separated by just one point.

How will it all shake out? Tune in to Radio Dub for all the latest!

The NPL Victoria Podcast is brought to you in 2026 by Melville Bodyworks, located at 106 Melville Rd Brunswick West. For all your panel beating and smash repairs, give them a call on 8378-5555, or visit melvillebodyworks.com.au - and let them know we sent you!

Grab your morning coffee in style with Panenkups - premium keep cups that reflect your passion for the beautiful game. With 10 iconic clubs to choose from, head to www.panenkups.com and use promo code NPLPOD at checkout for an exclusive 15% discount.

We'd also like to thank Content Hype for their support of the show.

From matchday photography, videography and social media to website management and newsletters, Content Hype will tailor a package that suits your club's needs. 

Plus, the Content Hype podcast studio is available for hire! Visit www.contenthype.com.au to find out more.

Enjoying the show? Keep in touch via our socials!

➤ Twitter: @NPLVicPod
➤ Instagram: @NPLVictoriaPod
➤ Pester Nick here : @NickDurbano_
➤ Tell Lachie he's wrong here: @lachieflannigan
➤ Direct hate mail to Josh here: @joshparish_...

Essendon Royals coach Vince Battiato joins Radio Dub for a special edition of the podcast!

Find out all the secrets behind his team’s success and how far their coach thinks they can go this season, as well as Vince’s take on the rest of the competition.

The finals race continues to heat up as the top five teams continue to pick up points.

Meanwhile after a huge couple of weeks, how has the relegation battle been shaken up?

Tune in for all of this and more on Radio Dub!

The NPL Victoria Podcast is brought to you in 2026 by Melville Bodyworks, located at 106 Melville Rd Brunswick West. For all your panel beating and smash repairs, give them a call on 8378-5555, or visit melvillebodyworks.com.au - and let them know we sent you!

Grab your morning coffee in style with Panenkups - premium keep cups that reflect your passion for the beautiful game. With 10 iconic clubs to choose from, head to www.panenkups.com and use promo code NPLPOD at checkout for an exclusive 15% discount.

We'd also like to thank Content Hype for their support of the show.

From matchday photography, videography and social media to website management and newsletters, Content Hype will tailor a package that suits your club's needs. 

Plus, the Content Hype podcast studio is available for hire! Visit www.contenthype.com.au to find out more.

Enjoying the show? Keep in touch via our socials!

➤ Twitter: @NPLVicPod
➤ Instagram: @NPLVictoriaPod
➤ Pester Nick here : @NickDurbano_
➤ Tell Lachie he's wrong here: @lachieflannigan
➤ Direct hate mail to Josh here: @joshparish_...

The barometer effect has ended, with Box Hill smashing Alamein 

Shock losses to both Essendon Royals and Preston Lions shakes up the finals race 

Calder now five points away from safety and in more strife than ever

All of the above and more is covered in this week’s episode of Radio Dub!

The NPL Victoria Podcast is brought to you in 2026 by Melville Bodyworks, located at 106 Melville Rd Brunswick West. For all your panel beating and smash repairs, give them a call on 8378-5555, or visit melvillebodyworks.com.au - and let them know we sent you!

Grab your morning coffee in style with Panenkups - premium keep cups that reflect your passion for the beautiful game. With 10 iconic clubs to choose from, head to www.panenkups.com and use promo code NPLPOD at checkout for an exclusive 15% discount.

We'd also like to thank Content Hype for their support of the show.

From matchday photography, videography and social media to website management and newsletters, Content Hype will tailor a package that suits your club's needs. 

Plus, the Content Hype podcast studio is available for hire! Visit www.contenthype.com.au to find out more.

Enjoying the show? Keep in touch via our socials!

➤ Twitter: @NPLVicPod
➤ Instagram: @NPLVictoriaPod
➤ Pester Nick here : @NickDurbano_
➤ Tell Lachie he's wrong here: @lachieflannigan
➤ Direct hate mail to Josh here: @joshparish_...

It's a NSW takeover on the pod this week as Molchy, Will & Nikola review Round 4 of the Australian Championship!

Sydney United are reduced to 10 men early and almost stage a fightback out west, Dredon Kelly spares APIA's blushes, and Olympic and Spirit are made to pay for their missed chances as South and Preston snatch victories on the road.

Plus, a horror injury to Luc Jeggo prompts a discussion on the use and upkeep of synthetic pitches in NSW.

The NPL Victoria Podcast is brought to you in 2025 by Melville Bodyworks, located at 106 Melville Rd Brunswick West. For all your panel beating and smash repairs, give them a call on 8378-5555, or visit melvillebodyworks.com.au - and let them know we sent you!

We’re also excited to announce that Content Hype are supporting the show!

From website management and club newsletters, to matchday photography, videography and social media, Content Hype will tailor a package that suits your club's needs.

The NPL Victoria Podcast is brought to you in 2026 by Melville Bodyworks, located at 106 Melville Rd Brunswick West. For all your panel beating and smash repairs, give them a call on 8378-5555, or visit melvillebodyworks.com.au - and let them know we sent you!

Grab your morning coffee in style with Panenkups - premium keep cups that reflect your passion for the beautiful game. With 10 iconic clubs to choose from, head to www.panenkups.com and use promo code NPLPOD at checkout for an exclusive 15% discount.

We'd also like to thank Content Hype for their support of the show.

From matchday photography, videography and social media to website management and newsletters, Content Hype will tailor a package that suits your club's needs. 

Plus, the Content Hype podcast studio is available for hire! Visit www.contenthype.com.au to find out more.

Enjoying the show? Keep in touch via our socials!

➤ Twitter: @NPLVicPod
➤ Instagram: @NPLVictoriaPod
➤ Pester Nick here : @NickDurbano_
➤ Tell Lachie he's wrong here: @lachieflannigan
➤ Direct hate mail to Josh here: @joshparish_...

After a week away desposting our NPL2 chaos coins in the back, Lachie and Nick are back to review the goal-laden week that was in Victorian NPL Football, including:

- South silence their critics?
- Oakleigh secret weapon
- Why Altona should've heeded Lachie's warning to keep leading scorer Jonas Markovski in bubble wraap.
- The Nick Tolios era is ALIVE at Dandenong City

Have a question you want answered on the show? Reach out to us on Twitter!

➤ Follow the show on Twitter: @NPLVicPod
➤ Pester Nick here : @NickDurbano_
➤ Tell Lachie he's wrong here: @lachieflannigan

The NPL Victoria Podcast is brought to you in 2026 by Melville Bodyworks, located at 106 Melville Rd Brunswick West. For all your panel beating and smash repairs, give them a call on 8378-5555, or visit melvillebodyworks.com.au - and let them know we sent you!

Grab your morning coffee in style with Panenkups - premium keep cups that reflect your passion for the beautiful game. With 10 iconic clubs to choose from, head to www.panenkups.com and use promo code NPLPOD at checkout for an exclusive 15% discount.

We'd also like to thank Content Hype for their support of the show.

From matchday photography, videography and social media to website management and newsletters, Content Hype will tailor a package that suits your club's needs. 

Plus, the Content Hype podcast studio is available for hire! Visit www.contenthype.com.au to find out more.

Enjoying the show? Keep in touch via our socials!

➤ Twitter: @NPLVicPod
➤ Instagram: @NPLVictoriaPod
➤ Pester Nick here : @NickDurbano_
➤ Tell Lachie he's wrong here: @lachieflannigan
➤ Direct hate mail to Josh here: @joshparish_...

One more round to go!

Nick and Lachie are on deck to preview a HUGE final round in NPL Victoria.

Who locks in a home final? Who gets promoted? Who wins VPL2?

We give our predictions, insights and more!

This week’s podcast is brought to you by Sacred Herbs - who are fuelling us with their delicious Yerba Mate, and offering a special deal to our listeners! 

Use the code “NPL” for a 15% discount on anything at www.sacredherbs111.com - including some of that sweet sweet Mate. 

Enjoy some on us - and the boys at Sacred Herbs  ❤️

The NPL Victoria Podcast is brought to you in 2026 by Melville Bodyworks, located at 106 Melville Rd Brunswick West. For all your panel beating and smash repairs, give them a call on 8378-5555, or visit melvillebodyworks.com.au - and let them know we sent you!

Grab your morning coffee in style with Panenkups - premium keep cups that reflect your passion for the beautiful game. With 10 iconic clubs to choose from, head to www.panenkups.com and use promo code NPLPOD at checkout for an exclusive 15% discount.

We'd also like to thank Content Hype for their support of the show.

From matchday photography, videography and social media to website management and newsletters, Content Hype will tailor a package that suits your club's needs. 

Plus, the Content Hype podcast studio is available for hire! Visit www.contenthype.com.au to find out more.

Enjoying the show? Keep in touch via our socials!

➤ Twitter: @NPLVicPod
➤ Instagram: @NPLVictoriaPod
➤ Pester Nick here : @NickDurbano_
➤ Tell Lachie he's wrong here: @lachieflannigan
➤ Direct hate mail to Josh here: @joshparish_...