THE MARK SCHWARZER PODCAST EP2: This MUST Be The A-League's Future | Ronaldo drama on Messi's day

<p>Mark Schwarzer is back alongside Football360&#39;s David Weiner for Episode 2 of The Mark Schwarzer Podcast, tackling some of the biggest issues facing Australian and world football.Ahead of the blockbuster Australia Cup Final between South Melbourne and Melbourne Victory, Schwarzer makes a passionate case for promotion and relegation in Australian football, explains why the A-League needs to evolve and discusses the importance of bringing historic clubs back into the top flight.The former Socceroos goalkeeper also reflects on his playing days at Marconi, including a famous 7-0 win over South Melbourne, and weighs in on Football Australia&#39;s decision to freeze its component of registration fees.Plus, Schwarzer has his say on Cristiano Ronaldo&#39;s controversial behaviour, why he believes the Portuguese superstar may come to regret his actions, and the stark contrast with Lionel Messi&#39;s farewell.Timecodes:00:38 Australia Cup Final: South Melbourne v Melbourne Victory01:47 Why Australian football needs its historic clubs04:13 Schwarzer calls for promotion and relegation07:05 Could South Melbourne join the A-League?13:45 How long could promotion and relegation take?18:55 Are the people running Australian football holding it back?24:38 The importance of the Australia Cup29:31 Schwarzer&#39;s connection to Marconi and the NSL35:10 Football Australia&#39;s registration fee freeze40:47 Cristiano Ronaldo controversy and Lionel Messi&#39;s farewell46:04 Final thoughtsSubscribe to Football360 for weekly episodes of The Mark Schwarzer Podcast, bringing you expert analysis, big opinions and conversations from across Australian and world football.</p>