Michael Woud’s error! | 21-seconds to score?! | Shane Smeltz talks the Italian Job & Phoenix 500! | EP39 - The Unused Subs
The Unused SubsShow Notes
A bumper episode from The Unused Subs this week with so much to cover off! Our special guest is Wellington Phoenix Original and All Whites superstar striker Shane Smeltz, but before we get to him the Subs unpack:
* The Michael Woud last-minute shocker against Central Coast Mariners * Should Oli Sail replace Woud in the Auckland FC goal? * What is Auckland FC’s best attacking line-up? * The 21-second wondergoal from Lachie Bayliss for the Jets vs Phoenix * The first week of the OFC Pro League * The Wellington Phoenix Women who have surged into 2nd spot!
Smeltzy kicks off around the 15-minute mark. It’s a big week for the Wellington Phoenix, as they prepare for their 500th Men’s match in club history. Shane was there at the very beginning, so we ask about his memories of Game No. 1, his efforts across the first two seasons which lead to a Johnny Warren Medal win… which in turn put huge pressure on Paul Ifill who was signed to replace Smeltzy and all his goals!
We find out about Terry Serepisos - the former owner’s shoes, dance moves and on-field abilities come under intense scrutiny!
And with Shane being one of only 4 kiwis to have scored at a FIFA World Cup, and as the 2026 edition is less than 5 months away, it was a glorious chance to review his goal against Italy - was he offside? - and he reveals the real life Mario Kart-style race that could have gone so differently for one All Whites defender in South Africa!
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