Football Victoria reveal discipline report for 2019 season

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Football Victoria have released their 2019 Discipline End of Season Report.

This report showcases disciplinary issues throughout the 2019 season, as well as highlighting trends in relation to categories such as Misconduct, Tribunals, Red and Yellow Cards.

These were some of the key findings from the report:

Misconduct

  • There was a total of 360 misconduct charges in 2019
  • There was a 70% increase in misconduct charges heard at the tribunal
  • Only 29% of those misconduct charges were against players

Tribunals

  • 54% increase in the number of tribunals held
  • A total of 63 tribunals took place in 2019
  • 37% were incidents that occurred at junior fixtures (up from 27% in 2018)

Red Cards

  • 31% increase in offensive, insulting, abusive or intimidating language or gestures
  • 21% decrease in the number of offences against match officials
  • 7% increase in the number of red cards handed out
  • 1601 red card offences
  • 73% of red cards were issued at junior fixtures

Yellow Cards

  • 11,480 yellow cards
  • 16% decrease in yellow cards on the 2018 season
  • 2017 and 2018 had over 13,000 yellow cards issued in each season respectively
  • 2019 saw yellow cards for team officials introduced in the NPL. This led to a dramatic reduction in expulsions from the technical area for team officials. (96 in 2018 – 60 in 2019)

Serious sanctions in 2019

  • There were a number of long-term suspensions in 2019, including three life bans. There weren’t any life bans issued in 2018. One 10-year ban and ten 2-year bans added to the list of serious sanctions in the 2019 season.
  • 84 points were deducted from teams across Victoria (not including suspended penalties) – a 75% increase on the 2018 season (some of these deductions affected league championships and promotion and relegation)
  • Fines for misconduct/tribunals in the amount of $103,475.

The full copy of the report can be viewed here.

 

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Premier League clubs record huge losses despite record revenue

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A report from Deloitte says Premier League clubs are facing a growing financial challenge after combined pre-tax losses reached $1.8 billion (948 million pounds) in the 2024-25 season.

The figure marks a huge rise from the $258 million (135 million pounds) recorded the previous season. It comes despite clubs generating record revenue of $13 billion (6.8 billion pounds).

Revenue keeps rising

Premier League clubs increased their revenue by 8% during the season. Commercial income and matchday revenue both climbed. Broadcast income also increased. But higher revenue has not translated into stronger profits.

Wage costs rose by $730 million (381 million pounds). Player transfers also played a major role in the rise in losses. Only eight clubs reported an operating profit. That was down from 13 clubs the season before.

Spending drives losses

Transfer spending remains one of the biggest pressures on Premier League finances. Clubs continue to invest heavily to compete for trophies and European places. But those costs can quickly outweigh the extra revenue generated by success.

Net debt also increased. It reached $6.9 billion (3.6 billion pounds) in 2024-25. That was up from the previous season.

The financial pressure is not limited to the Premier League. Only three Championship clubs in the second tier reported a profit.

A warning for English football

The Premier League remains the financial powerhouse of English football. Its clubs generated $13 billion (6.8 billion pounds) in revenue. The Championship generated $1.8 billion (942 million pounds).

But Deloitte warned that football cannot rely on simply adding more matches to create future growth.

European competitions have expanded. The international calendar has also become more crowded. Yet there are concerns that the market could become saturated.

Clubs face tougher choices

The figures highlight a difficult balance for Premier League clubs. They need to spend to remain competitive. But rising wages, transfer fees and debt are putting greater pressure on their finances.

New regulations will also change how clubs manage their spending from 2026 onwards. The focus is now shifting towards sustainable growth and stronger commercial income.

The Premier League remains the richest domestic league in Europe. But these figures show that wealth does not guarantee profit.

For clubs across England’s top flight, financial discipline is becoming just as important as success on the pitch.

NSW Government opens $4.65 million Local Sport Grant Program

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The NSW Government has opened applications for the 2026–27 Local Sport Grant Program, with up to $4.65 million available to support grassroots sporting organisations across the state.

The program will provide grants ranging from $2,000 to $20,000 for incorporated not-for-profit sporting clubs and associations.

Funding is aimed at increasing participation, improving governance and enhancing community sporting facilities.

Applications opened on 27 July and will close at 1pm on 24 August 2026, with successful applicants expected to be announced in December 2026.

The Local Sport Grant Program forms part of the NSW Office of Sport’s ‘Everyone Plays Here’ strategic plan.

The plan is designed to strengthen community sport by supporting initiatives that encourage regular participation and improve long-term member retention.

Funding is also available for projects that reduce barriers to participation and create more inclusive sporting environments, particularly for women and girls, multicultural communities, people with disability, First Nations people and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

In addition to participation initiatives, the program will support projects that improve the financial sustainability and governance of community sporting clubs, while also investing in the quality, adaptability and environmental sustainability of sporting facilities across New South Wales.

Successful projects must be completed by June 2028, with applicants required to meet the eligibility criteria outlined in the program guidelines.

The NSW Office of Sport has encouraged eligible organisations to submit applications before the closing date, with grants awarded through a competitive assessment process.

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