Perth Glory extend deal with Zambrero for two more years

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Perth Glory have confirmed a two-year extension to its major partnership with Mexican restaurant chain, Zambrero.

The partnership started last year with the Mexican food chain receiving prominent signage, digital and social assets for the 2023/24 season.

This time around the sponsorship will include those same benefits with additional game day sponsorship, signage and activation opportunities for the next two seasons as well as continuing as the presenting rights partner of the club’s Community Program.

With this extension, the Zambrero logo will appear on the sleeve of the playing, training and travel shirts worn by the club’s A-League Men’s and A-League Women’s teams, on top of continuing as the front of shorts sponsor for the PGFC Academy squads.

Zambrero has become one of the more popular go-to options in the quick-service restaurant industry both domestically and internationally, with the brand now operating 294 restaurants worldwide across Australia, United Kingdom, Ireland, USA and New Zealand.

The franchise also has a focus on giving back to the community with their Zambrero’s Plate 4 Plate initiative. Across the campaign, the company has provided over 80 million meals for people in need through their partnership with the international food relief agency, Rise Against Hunger as well as The Love Mercy Foundation and locally through Foodbank Australia who are also partners with the club.

Perth Glory CEO Anthony Radich expressed his excitement at the extension of another major partner.

“We are delighted to be continuing our association with Zambrero and I’m very grateful for their loyalty and highly valued support of our football club,” Radich said in a statement.

“Zambrero are a strong, reputable and fast-growing brand who are led by very proud and passionate people.

“As partners, we’re very committed to helping one another explore opportunities which will enable us to continue to grow and add value and we’re really excited by what the future holds for us both.

“Having a partner with such a strong social conscience and a genuine commitment to its local communities is also very important and we’re very proud to be aligned.”

Zambrero Head of Marketing, Jade Clark spoke on the impact this partnership will have on the Glory community.

“At Zambrero, we are passionate about community-driven initiatives,” Clark added via media release.

“This partnership allows us to support Perth Glory FC’s Community Programs, enabling us to create a positive impact locally.

“We have recently opened our 60th restaurant in Western Australia, so are well established in the community there and are looking forward to engaging with the passionate Perth football fans in the upcoming season.”

This partnership continues their alignment on giving back to the community, and also provides fantastic financial support for the Glory going into an important 2024/25 season that kicks off in October.

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Soceroos and Matildas sue Football Australia over financial dispute

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Players of the Socceroos and Matildas have launched legal action against Football Australia over a multi-million dollar dispute relating to their revenue-sharing agreement in the NSW Supreme Court.

According to the Australian Associated Press (AAP), the players’ union, Professional Footballers Australia (PFA), are enacting on behalf of the players and are understood to be pursuing a seven figure claim.

The PFA is expected to argue the revenue-sharing agreement between the governing body and national team players is not being fulfilled properly.

The PFA is yet to comment.

But the FA has acknowledged the legal dispute, claiming it is in relation to, “a third party in connection with a separate matter currently being conducted before the National Dispute Resolution Chamber (NDRC)”.

‘The Supreme Court’s role is limited to the subpoena process, and its involvement ends once that process is complete,’ an FA spokesperson said.

‘As the NDRC matter is ongoing and subject to confidentiality obligations, Football Australia will not comment further,’ they stated.

In 2023, a collective bargaining agreement was signed between the players’ union and FA. It gave the Socceroos and Matildas stars a portion of the national teams revenue which contributes up to half of FA’s overall earnings.

Additionally, the agreement included incentives for players and FA to work together, allowing both sides the chance to reap even larger rewards.

Registration fees or sponsors for programs that fund grassroots football are strictly prohibited in relation to the players’ cut of revenue. 

However, as long as it relates to the national team the players receive an 18-20 per cent portion of all relevant finances. This could include ticketing, kit sales, broadcast or sponsorship contracts. Through the CBA this money makes its way back to the players.

Matildas icon Lisa De Vanna, who played 150 times for the national team from 2004-19 has already made her opinion heard on there lawsuit via X.

“1 of the best-paid teams in the world, w best elite environments: 40 personal staff,business flights,5 star hotels, private chefs N baristas n still not happy,” she said.

“Instead of knocking game when it’s at its lowest, maybe play for pride n not greed.”

The disagreement comes just before the Socceroos head to the Middle East during the November international break.

With the squad set to be announced later this week, the ill-feeling between players and the governing body will hopefully remain separate from the performances on the pitch.

WA announce TV series for Sam Kerr’s children’s novels

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A new TV series based on Sam Kerr’s children’s books ‘Kicking Goals’ is set to begin filming in early 2027 in Western Australia.

The show follows a young Kerr before she became captain of the Matildas and a star at Chelsea FC. Set in her home state of WA, the story sees her navigate her way through growing up and chasing her dreams, alongside her family and friends, and the adventures that entailed.

Speaking to Screenwest, Kerr said, ‘It’s pretty surreal knowing that Kicking Goals is being adapted into a TV series. These stories are all about believing in yourself and having a go, so it feels really special that a whole new generation will get to experience them on screen.’

Co-authored by Fiona Harris, the books have been a success since their initial release in 2021, a period which has coincided with Kerr and her Matildas teammates growing from beloved within Australia’s football community, into a team of genuine national appeal and recognition. They are available nation-wide, sold at major retailers such as Big W and Dymocks.

The television adaptation will beproduced by Orange Entertainment for Paramount+.

‘Kicking Goals’ is set to inject AUD 5million into the WA economy and provide over 130 local jobs.

Creative Industries Minister of WA, Simone McGurk, said via WA GOV, ‘The series will showcase all that Western Australia has to offer – including our world-class talent, crew, and diverse locations – while celebrating the story of one of our sporting greats.’

Casting is currently underway, with a search for a young Kerr and her mates ongoing.

The months after the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australian and New Zealand saw an 11% increase in women and girl’s participation in football compared to the previous year, showing the direct impact the biggest stage can have on grassroots football.

Kerr has managed to build on that success and begin a new chapter, inspiring kids both on and off the field.

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