The FRANCIS DE VRIES Story: Sweden, Sunscreen, Salmon & Shirt Swapping | EP22 - The Unused Subs
The Unused SubsShow Notes
In the 22nd episode of The Unused Subs, Jacob & Goran are joined in the Tyler St Sport studio by the 'Transparent Terminator' FRANCIS DE VRIES of Auckland FC and the All Whites!
Fresh off the plane from international duties in Canada, the A-League's best left back chats about the sun protection required to play during the Australasian summertime, at what level in Swedish football you are allowed to swap shirts with opposition players, and how an ACL injury eventually landed him a spot at Auckland FC.
Also on the agenda: FDV's old Mazda Axela and Goran's first car (the 1986 Holden Barina) face off for the title of worst vehicle, we reveal the real story behind his 45,000 Instagram followers, and the Spoon hits him with the Starting XI. Oh, and we talk about his LETHAL LEFT PEG of course!
And don't miss the 'GOOD QUESTION' competition - who asks more, Paladin or Spoonley? Only in Episode 22 of The Unused Subs!
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