Cabravale Club Resorts backs Macarthur FC for sixth straight year

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Macarthur Bulls FC has confirmed it will continue its long-time partnership with Cabravale Club Resorts for a sixth year, reflecting their shared passion for football, dedication to the local community, and commitment to delivering memorable matchday experiences.

The renewed agreement will see Cabravale Club Resorts continue its valued support of Macarthur Bulls FC’s grassroots and community initiatives, the Bulls FC Academy’s 17 male and female teams, and standout events on the A-League calendar, including the club’s annual ANZAC Day match, a special occasion that honours service and sacrifice while uniting the community in reflection.

Since the club’s early days, Cabravale Club Resorts has been a key partner in creating opportunities for young athletes to play football, while helping bring the community closer together through sport and shared values.

Cabravale Club Resort President, Walter Robinson OAM, expressed his enthusiasm about the ongoing deal with the club.

“We’re incredibly proud to continue our journey with Macarthur Bulls FC into a sixth year. Supporting the development of young footballers, championing inclusive community initiatives, and standing beside the club on ANZAC Day are causes close to our heart,” he said via press release.

“Cabravale Club is about community, culture, and connection – values we see reflected in everything the Bulls stand for.”

Chairman of Macarthur Bulls FC, Gino Marra highlighted the depth of the partnership between the two organisations.

“This partnership goes beyond sponsorship; it is a true relationship built on mutual respect and shared purpose,” he said via Club Statement.

“Cabravale Club Resorts has been there since the beginning, and their ongoing commitment to our Academy, community programs, and matchday traditions like ANZAC Day has helped shape the identity of our club. We’re honoured to continue building with them.”

The renewal strengthens Cabravale Club Resorts’ role as one of Macarthur Bulls FC’s most reliable and long-standing partners, collaborating closely to bring lasting positive impact to the South West Sydney community through football.

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Mbappé move from Nike to On signals new battle for Football’s sponsorship market

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Kylian Mbappé’s decision to leave Nike after almost 20 years has opened a new chapter in the commercial battle for football’s biggest names. The Real Madrid and France star has joined Swiss sportswear brand On, a significant boon for the company on entry into the football market.

Mbappé’s departure is a significant commercial loss for Nike. The forward joined the company as a nine-year-old and grew into one of its leading football figures. His loss compounds the recent transition of Spanish star Lamine Yamal to long-time rival Adidas.

On built its reputation in running, before expanding into tennis via Roger Federer. It will now use Mbappé’s experience as it develops football products, with its first boots expected to become widely available in the near future. Former France star Thierry Henry has also joined On as its football director and is a shareholder.

On has confirmed that Mbappé’s agreement includes both cash and equity, although the financial details have not been released, gives the partnership a deeper commercial connection than a traditional endorsement deal. Nike still holds significant football contracts, including long-term partnership with numerous national teams.

However, Mbappé’s move gives On an opportunity to challenge the established order, including Nike, Adidas, Puma and other emerging competitors. But will they turn this prized signature into lasting football credibility? To do so, the brand must now deliver products that can compete on performance, design and price.

Mbappé’s switch is therefore more than a sponsorship change. It signals an increasingly competitive fight for football’s most influential athletes and the billions of fans who follow them.

SBS expands Australian Championship broadcast coverage for 2026

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The Australian Championship will enter its second season with an expanded broadcast partnership between Football Australia and SBS. The 2026 competition will feature two live SBS broadcasts in every round, marking an increase from the tournament’s debut season.

Thursday night football will form a key part of the new broadcast schedule. The opening match will see Preston Lions face Wollongong Wolves on October 15th, with the game broadcast live on SBS2 and SBS On Demand. Saturday football will also remain part of the free-to-air schedule; first up, Sutherland Sharks’ clash with South Melbourne on October 17th will be shown live on SBS and SBS On Demand.

The expanded agreement gives the competition a greater presence across SBS’s linear channels while retaining its full streaming coverage, with every match across the 2026 Australian Championship available live on SBS On Demand. The platform also provides full replays and highlights for viewers to access at their discretion.

In addition to SBS’ coverage, Football Australia will also stream the competition via YouTube.

The Australian Championship consists of a six-round group stage, finals beginning at quarter-finals from November 26, and a Grand Final scheduled currently between December 10-12.

It features 16 clubs from seven states and territories. The broadcast schedule places several historic fixtures in front of a national audience: South Melbourne will meet Sydney United 58 in a repeat of the 1999 NSL Grand Final, and Sydney Olympic and Marconi Stallions will also renew a rivalry that includes NSL Grand Final meetings in 1989 and 1990.

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