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State Federations unite together for bushfire relief
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Founded in 2018, The Terrace has become one of the fastest growing sporting retail companies in the industry.
Norwegian company TicketCo continues to build its profile in UK market
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How German company Onefootball is succeeding in the OTT streaming landscape
Following the growth of on-demand content and ever-increasing consumer choices, broadcasters are now becoming unable to dictate what will be …
Football Queensland introduce Q-League to promote cultural diversity
In a statement released on Friday, Football Queensland announced that they will be introducing a new league into the system, …
FIFA has multiple bids to consider for 2023 Women’s World Cup
FIFA the global governing body for football has received four bids from those looking to claim hosting rights for the …
Football SA earns extra spot for 2020 FFA Cup
Football Federation Australia (FFA) have confirmed that South Australia will be allocated an additional team for the FFA Cup Round …
Boroondara Eagles lodged proposal for lighting upgrade at Macleay Park
As part of their strategic objectives, the Boroondara City Council are proposing to upgrade the lighting at Macleay Park Oval …
Sarpreet Singh makes Bundesliga debut for Bayern Munich
On July 1st, 2019, Wellington Phoenix starlet Sarpreet Singh made the big European transfer he would’ve only ever dreamed of.
Matildas and Football Ferns commit to FIFA Women’s World Cup Bid
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Real Sociedad enhances fan experience for match days
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Football NSW reveal Club Facility Project Plan
Football NSW have launched a new Club Facility Project Plan for clubs, associations and zones across the state. The plan …
A Lesson to be Learned: Ange Postecoglou wins J-League Title
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Coaching courses on the rise for Football Queensland
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DFL Conduct Trial of Vertical Screen Streaming of Bundesliga Game
At the weekend, many matches attracted headlines for what happened on field.
Football Victoria reveal discipline report for 2019 season
Football Victoria have released their 2019 Discipline End of Season Report.
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The Australian football community cheered as a collective with Friday’s official FFA announcement that James Johnson would take the reigns …
Curbing facilities shortage by the power of virtual reality
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Atletico Madrid assistant connecting fans across the globe
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Optus secures FIFA Club World Cup rights
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Ange Postecoglou’s trail blazing J-League success finally silences the critics
Former Socceroo manager Ange Postecoglou stands just 90 minutes away from potentially the most significant achievement by an Australian football …
Hakeem al-Araibi takes up full-time role at Football Victoria
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Over Before it Began: Pemsel Outed as Premier League CEO Prior to Commencing Role
Following reports from various UK outlets such as the Guardian and the Daily Mail, incoming Premier League CEO David Pemsel …
City Football Group expands to India
City Football Group (CFG) have officially welcomed Indian Super League side Mumbai City as a new member of sister clubs …
Western Australia officially declare support for 2023 Women’s World Cup bid
In recent times, the Victorian and South Australian governments have gotten onside with the 2023 Women’s World Cup hosting bid.
Football Queensland appoint Jacqui Hurford as State Referee Manager
Football Queensland (FQ) have announced the appointment of Jacqui Hurford as the new State Referee Manager.
Football Victoria reveal NPL fixture
Football Victoria (FV) have released the 2020 NPL Victoria fixture for the men’s competition.
Football Queensland introduces first year referee initiative
Ahead of the 2020 season getting underway, Football Queensland (FQ) have introduced a new initiative for all first-year referees.
Will Swanton’s attempted NBL vs A-League code war was an epic fail
People like The Australian newspaper’s Will Swanton obviously detest football and apparently enjoy watching the game struggle, for acknowledgement and …
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Phil Moss: Australian football coaches deserve better
Former Central Coast Mariners coach Phil Moss claims football coaches in Australia deserve more respect and a higher level of …
Peter Filopoulos elected to Vicsport board
Vicsport have completed their 2019 Annual General Meeting and confirmed that Peter Filopoulos has been elected as a non-executive Director, …
The Toll Sports Take on Mental Health
We, as sports fans don’t often realise just how seriously the players take themselves.
North Queensland Stadium nearing completion
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FFA announces two new board members & Nikou re-elected as chairman, but where to from here?
Football Federation Australia conducted their Annual General Meeting (AGM) yesterday, with a host of announcements.
D-Day arrives as Nikou to face first AGM as chairman
Football Federation Australia (FFA) will hold their Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday the 21st of November to decide who …
Iconic football brand Umbro keen to work with domestic clubs in Australia
Umbro has been a kit and equipment manufacturer in global football for near on a century. The iconic band was …
Victoria onside for Women’s World Cup bid
The Victorian Government has confirmed they will support Australia’s bid to host the 2023 Women’s World Cup. If Australia was …
Robert Cavallucci to lead Football Queensland
Football Queensland (FQ) has named Robert Cavallucci as their new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Football Queensland confirm 2020 competition structures
Football Queensland (FQ) have confirmed their 2020 competition structure for the senior age groups in the National Premier Leagues (NPL) …
Football Queensland welcomes new SWQ Technical Development Manager
Football Queensland (FQ) has announced that Briac Williams has been appointed to take on the role of Technical Development Manager …
Overview of Football Queensland’s 2020-2022 Strategic Plan
Last Friday, Football Queensland (FQ) released their 2020-2022 Strategic Plan for football in Queensland.
Local Sports Infrastructure Fund
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Kate Jacewicz announced as AFF Referee of the Year (Women)
Leading Australian referee Kate Jacewicz has been honoured by being named the ASEAN Football Federation (AFF) Referee of the Year …
Football has invested considerably in VAR and fans had better get used to it
Rarely a weekend of football goes by these days without a monumental kerfuffle around everyone’s favourite technological official VAR. The …
South Australia back 2023 Women’s World Cup dream
The South Australian government have confirmed they will support Australia’s quest to host the 2023 Women’s World Cup.
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Australian Indigenous Football Championships held in Queensland
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Sport Australia’s latest AusPlay survey has shed some light on how people engage with sport and physical activity across the …
Equal pay for Matildas a win for the women’s game
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Football NSW launches partnership with High Performance specialist Dr Craig Duncan
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Football in the mix for Queensland Sport Awards
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In recent times, rumours have begun circling that Swedish superstar Zlatan Ibrahimovic could be making a move to the A-League.
First female match commissioner selected for AFC Cup final
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AFC continues partnership with FTA Indonesian broadcaster MNC
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Are the Joeys’ slow starts evidence of a vacuum of opportunity for young Australian footballers?
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AFC Executive Committee give green light for Indian football roadmap
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Executive Committee meeting for the first time in Vietnam today endorsed the roadmap for Indian …
AFC to expand Asian Champions League and Women’s Asian Cup
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) have announced they will increase the number of teams in the AFC Champions League and …
Four coaches nominated for FQPL Coach of the Year award
Football Queensland (FQ) have confirmed the four nominees for the 2019 Football Queensland Premier League (FQPL) Coach of the Year …
World first streaming service announced for women’s football
Swedish sports rights agency Spring Media has teamed up with UK-based Red Bee Media to launch the world’s first global …
The importance of the professional football coach in Australia
Bobby Walker was the first professional football coach appointed in Australia when he took the helm at the Gladesville-Ryde club …
AAFC Chairman Nick Galatas claims second division dream still alive
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Four Victorians selected in Young Matildas squad
Football Victoria have congratulated four Victorians who have been called up to play for the Young Matildas in the AFC …
High Fives for Hampton Park United Sparrows
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Second division dream still alive
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New format to decide Asia’s Women’s Olympic qualifiers
The battle for the final two spots to join hosts and reigning Asian champions Japan, at the Women’s Football Tournament …
Indian Super League to work towards new league system
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South Nowra hosts annual National Indigenous Football Championships
Thursday the 31st of October sees the start of the National Indigenous Football Championships at South Nowra Football Complex in …
Football Victoria reveal new women’s division for 2020
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Registrations now open for Go Football
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Football Queensland announce reformed junior NPL competition
Last Friday, Football Queensland announced that there junior NPL competition would be reformed from 2020 and beyond. The reformed system …
Futsalroos return to NSW for friendly
The Australian Men’s Futsal team, the Futsalroos, have had their final preparation ahead of the 2019 Futsal Championships.
Football Victoria confirm new NPL structures for 2020
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Football Victoria announce 30 new 5-Star clubs
Football Victoria has confirmed the 30 latest inductees into the Club Engagement Program (CEP) 5-Star club. The 5-Star status was …
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A-League invests A$150,000 in controversial Hawkeye technology
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A-League on ABC – A big tick for the FFA
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New Chair for 2021 Powerchair Football World Cup announced
One of Australia’s prominent former players has agreed to take the position of the Chair in the Local Organising Committee …
Queensland girls to compete in boys NPL from 2020
Football Queensland (FQ) has confirmed that all Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) girls’ teams will play in the boys’ National …
Matildas mark significant milestone
Football Federation Australia (FFA) has honoured the first ever women’s international match by congratulating that team alongside the current Westfield …
Where does Western United sit one week away from round one?
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Bresciano and Duggan join FFA Board
Football Federation Australia have announced that former Socceroo Mark Bresciano and ex-Matilda Amy Duggan will be joining the FFA board.
25 Years of the Australian Chinese Soccer Association
The Australian Chinese Soccer Association (ACSA) celebrated their 25th anniversary with an event held in Sydney, in front of more …
Filopoulos’ defence of football proves he is the right man to unite and lead the domestic game
In an administrative career spanning near a quarter of a century, CEO of Football Victoria Peter Filopoulos has forged a …
Frasers Property Australia leased with major sports brand Puma
Frasers Property Australia will have a new fresh look in Melbourne’s South East, with a leading sportswear company partnering up …
Football streaming versus the national second division – where to next?
Online streaming continues to be a popular choice for football fans around the country, but have we been better off …
Australian Tyson Scott amongst the five candidates selected for the New AFC Scholarship scheme
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and CIES have joined forces to create a new scholarship scheme to generously offer five …
Australia’s bid for 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup gets the support it needs
Australia is considering themselves as a contender to host the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, and with commitment already made …
Secure your ticket | Community in Business End of Season Luncheon
Legendary Socceroo John Aloisi will share his football story in “The Changeroom” at the FV Community in Business End of Season luncheon.
Queensland clubs get in excess of $600,000 in approved funding
Football Queensland affiliates are encouraged to consider applying for future rounds of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund after over $600,000 …
New NPLW Licences confirmed for Queensland clubs
Football Queensland can confirm that five Queensland clubs have applied for a National Premier Leagues Women’s (NPLW) Queensland licence for …
Queensland Referees Recognised with AFC Appointment
Three Queensland match officials have been selected to officiate an AFC Champions League Semi Final in a history-making referee appointment.
Federations seeking expressions of interest as Walking Football becomes a reality
Conjured in 2011 by Chesterfield FC in England, Walking Football is a modified version of the beautiful game, designed to …
New Harrison Park amenities will be a game changer
The 41-year-old amenities block at Harrison Park has had a much-needed facelift, with the newly refurbished facility officially opened today …
Reform on the agenda as Football Queensland Technical Working Group meet
Football Queensland launched their first Technical Working Group meeting last Tuesday at Meakin Park with reform on the agenda.
Grassroots clubs to get help from new FFA initiative
In a move that seeks to help out grassroots clubs the country, Football Federation Australia has developed a new program …
New energy saving opportunities available to Queensland clubs
Football Queensland is pleased to announce a number of upcoming energy saving opportunities for clubs across the state.
Filopoulos hails success as Football Victoria sets broadcast audience record
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Sport Australia Hall of Fame welcomes first ever female
On Thursday 10th of October 2019, a former Matildas captain will be duly recognised for her contributions for women’s football.
Football must stand against Iran’s discrimination and abuse of women
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Inaugural AFC Child Safeguarding Seminar 2019 concludes in Thailand
The Asian Football Confederation’s commitment to protect the welfare and safety of children across the Continent marked a significant milestone …