Social media platform TikTok has been announced as an official partner of UEFA Women’s EURO 2022. This year’s tournament will …
Football Australia recognises former women’s representative players
In an announcement on Monday, Football Australia formally recognised the achievements of 42 former Australian women’s representative players, including members …
Western United Women’s Football Integration Manager Amanda Stella: “This process is just the beginning”
Western United fielded its first ever women’s team in a curtain-raiser exhibition match against the Tasmanian state team at UTAS …
NSW football funding giving more girls better pathways
A new round of funding for football in New South Wales has the community abuzz. The NSW Government announced the …
FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 to leave $10 million legacy for NSW football
Football in NSW will receive a $10 million boost from the NSW Government as a legacy of hosting matches in …
Xero named as FIFA Women’s Football Partner
FIFA has announced Xero as the latest FIFA Women’s Football Partner in a multi-year agreement which covers the FIFA Women’s …
Officer City SC growing female football through GO Girls
During the disruptions and devastation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Officer City SC saw an opportunity to grow its women …
English FA and Leeds Beckett University announce innovative project with Playermaker
After a successful two years working on a project that explores the demands of the women’s game, a partnership between …
Disney+ and the Matildas to showcase Australian sporting spirit
The Walt Disney Company and Football Australia have announced a new Australian-commissioned Disney+ Original which will tell the story of …
Barcelona women’s win against Real Madrid breaks audience records for DAZN
Barcelona’s El Clasico win against arch rivals Real Madrid in the UEFA Women’s Champions League was watched by a record-breaking …
Strathfield Strikers FC host third annual Female Football Festival
Canterbury District Soccer Football Association (CDSFA) side Strathfield Strikers Football Club recently hosted its third successive Female Football Festival on …
Football Australia launches new #EQUALISER campaign
Football Australia today launched the #EQUALISER campaign, an initiative supporting the ‘Community Facilities’ Pillar of its Legacy 23’ Plan, to deliver adequate female-friendly facilities …
Federal Government announces $3.1 million investment into women’s football
The Australian Federal Government has announced an investment of $3.1 million over two years to encourage greater participation of women …
Football West secures Hyundai as Official Partner of Women’s Football
Football West has secured the support of Hyundai for grassroots football going forward. As the new Official Partner of Women’s …
Ange Koutos calls for removal of FV Emerging from women’s NPL
The Victorian women’s National Premier League season will breathe a rejuvenated sigh of relief when it kicks off in early …
Construction underway at Home of Matildas
Work has begun at La Trobe University in Bundoora, as a next step towards the Commonwealth Bank Matildas calling Victoria …
Brisbane Strikers looking into future for training venue
Brisbane Strikers are in discussion with both the Brisbane City Council and Queensland State Government about how to use their …
Football Tasmania program celebrates equality
Football Tasmania has officially debuted its Equality and Respect in Sport program in an effort to facilitate greater opportunities for …
Training sites announced for 2023 Women’s World Cup in Australia
13 training sites across 5 Australian cities have been selected in the initial phase of team facility planning, for the …
‘Female Only Come and Try’ events hosted by Hills Football Clubs
In support of promoting and growing the women’s game in NSW, three Hills Football Association Clubs have recently held ‘Female …
Revolutionary new partnership provides sports focused young people with credit towards bachelor’s degree
In a landmark partnership between Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE), Football Coaches Australia (FCA) and XVenture, young people can …
Melissa Barbieri celebrates 25-year professional milestone
Australian footballing legend Melissa Barbieri celebrated 25 years of football over the weekend. Having captained Australia to their 2010 AFC …
Female coaching development program launched in NSW
Canterbury’s Centenary Park hosted Canterbury & District Soccer Football Association’s first Youth Female Coach Development session for the year, working …
FIFA’s commercial partnership structure unlocks opportunities
For the first time in eight years, FIFA has introduced a new commercial partnership structure that will provide companies worldwide …
Australian Professional Leagues announce minority investment from Silver Lake
Australian Professional Leagues (APL), the entity responsible for the operation, commercialisation and marketing of professional football in Australia, have today announced that Silver Lake, a global leader in technology investing, has made a significant minority investment in the organisation.
Northern NSW Football hosts first all-female coaching course
A dedicated group of 11 coaches took part in Northern NSW Football’s first all-female coaching course over the weekend.
Liberty announced as major sponsor for A-League Women
The A-Leagues have announced non-bank lender Liberty as the first ever naming rights partner of the newly rebranded A-League Women’s competition for the 2021-22 season.
Langwell Harper: The importance of investing in the growth of Australian football
Langwell Harper is an exclusive real estate agency located in Kew, Victoria. The company has been advising and meeting clients’ …
Beyond Greatness identity revealed for FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023
The Australia & New Zealand 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup is set to unite and inspire people from around the world following the announcement of their exciting and bold brand identity, featuring the slogan ‘Beyond Greatness’.
Sydney FC partners with Billbergia for A-League Women’s and Academy
Sydney FC have agreed a one-year A-League Women’s and Sydney FC Academy partnership with family-owned Australian property group, Billbergia.
Football Queensland’s female programs boosted by new appointments
Football Queensland has taken excellent strides for the growth of football for the women’s game, with the additions of a former Matilda and an NPL Championship-winning coach.
Zena Sport: Helping female goalkeepers stay protected
Donna Johnson started Zena Sport with the aim of protecting women athletes in high-impact sports. With the help of her husband, former AFL footballer and Western Bulldogs captain Brad Johnson, Zena Sport is changing the way female athletes look at injury prevention.
Girls United Development Program a success by growing Queensland football
Football Queensland’s recently implemented Girls United Development Program has proven successful across the state, in the development of young aspiring female coaches.
Football Victoria opens expressions of interest for Women & Girls Youth Advisory Committee
Football Victoria (FV) have announced that expressions of interest are now open for their Women & Girls Youth Advisory Committee (YAC).
United Football present three options to Football Victoria to salvage promotion
Football Victoria’s decision to cancel Season 2021 without promotion and relegation is facing a considerable challenge from over 40 Victorian clubs.
Football South Australia kicks off Legacy for the 2023 Women’s World Cup
Football South Australia has announced the launch of the ‘Leave A Legacy’ website to coincide with the commemoration of 100 years for women’s football in the nation.
Major events return to NSW with Matildas match series
Football Australia have announced that the Commonwealth Bank Matildas will host Brazil in a two-match series next month.
W-League big winners in new CBA, as greater contract freedom for A-League clubs beckons
Equity in high-performance standards in the A-League and W-League, a 32% increase in the W-League salary cap floor and an increase in the A-League salary cap floor are the highlights of the new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) struck between Professional Footballers Australia (PFA) and the Australian Professional Leagues (APL).
W-League set for expansion ahead of 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup
The W-League is set to grow by three teams in time for the FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2023.
Football Queensland’s Girls United to encourage female participation
Football Queensland have announced the establishment of Girls United programs to inspire greater female participation in the world game across the state.
Football Australia and Commonwealth Bank begin partnership to grow women’s football
Football Australia have today announced the start of a game-changing partnership with Commonwealth Bank. Originally announced in April this year, …
100 years of women’s football to be celebrated by Football Queensland
Football Queensland have announced upcoming celebrations for the 100-year anniversary of women’s football in the sunshine state.
Football Australia’s new initiative to boost female representation in coaching
In what comes as a major step towards the growth of female representation, Football Australia have launched a new initiative aimed at addressing the recruitment, development, and retention of women in coaching.
Football NSW CEO Stuart Hodge: “If we can get clarity and alignment together then I think we can see football reaching its potential”
A long-time adherent of the world game, Football NSW Chief Executive Officer Stuart Hodge has been in charge of the …
Football NSW cancels all competitions for 2021
In response to ongoing lockdowns and restrictions, Football NSW has announced that all competitions within their state will be cancelled …
Football Coaches Australia presents ‘The Football Coaching Life Podcast’ S2 Ep 5 with Gary Cole interviewing Catherine Cannuli
Catherine Cannuli has recently been appointed as Head Coach of the W-League team at Western Sydney Wanderers after spending a …
Boob Armour: Protecting women in sport for the future
Launched in 2020, Boob Armour (which is officially licensed by the AFL and AFLW) was founded by Suzie Betts with …
$200,000 committed towards feasibility study for boutique Dandenong stadium
The Victorian Government has announced $100,000 in funding for a feasibility review and development of a business case for a …
Burnley FC Women and TikTok announce an exclusive first for football
Burnley Football Club and TikTok have announced a partnership which will see the English Premier League club livestream every home …
DAZN and YouTube come together to stream Women’s Champions League
Sports streaming platform DAZN have announced a new four-year global broadcasting partnership with YouTube which will see the UEFA Women’s …
Northern Tigers CEO Ed Ferguson: “Football needs to listen to each other”
At 28-years-old, Ed Ferguson has taken on the incredible role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at the Northern Suburbs Football …
Is it time for a national agenda regarding Futsal?
Futsal has played a huge role in the development of some of the most famous football players on the planet. …
Football Tasmania launches Coaching for Women Scholarship program
Football Tasmania has announced the launch of their Coaching for Women Scholarship program, an initiative which reaffirms the state’s recent …
Melbourne Victory W-League head coach Jeff Hopkins: “There are so many positive things happening in the game right now”
Jeff Hopkins coached Melbourne Victory to the most dramatic of wins in this years W-League final – a goal directly …
Dave Beeche appointed as new CEO of FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023
FIFA has named Dave Beeche as the new CEO for the upcoming FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 in Australia and …
Why the barriers for female coaches must be eliminated
Last Monday night (May 24) saw Football Coaches Australia (FCA), in tandem with representatives from all across the Australian football …
Australian Professional Leagues announce new broadcast deal with ViacomCBS
A new broadcast deal for the A-League and W-League with Channel 10 owners ViacomCBS has been announced, worth $200 million …
Investment confirmed for Home of The Matildas in Victoria
Football Australia and Football Victoria have welcomed the Victorian Government’s announcement to invest in a world-class Home of The Matildas …
UK Women’s sport set to generate $1.8 billion a year by 2030
According to a study by the Women’s Sport Trust and data & insight agency Two Circles, Women’s sport in the …
Host cities and stadiums for FIFA Women’s World Cup revealed
Details for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 have been confirmed, with nine host cities and 10 stadiums set to …
Sky Sports to broadcast Women’s Super League from 2021/22 Season
Sky Sports have announced their agreement to show a minimum of 35 Women’s Super League games live and exclusive on …
Girls United Program launched by Football NSW
Football NSW’s launch of their inaugural Girls United program have recently taken place in Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Funded by Football …
MyState Bank announced as new naming rights sponsor for Tasmania’s Women’s Super League
MyState Bank have been announced as the new naming rights sponsor for Tasmania’s premier women’s football competition for the next …
Football Victoria announce partnership with Siren: A Women in Sport Collective
Football Victoria have announced a partnership with Siren: A Women in Sport Collective, through their Emerging Sports Writer Program. The …
Football Australia recognise Female Football Week achievements
Football Australia are celebrating the achievements and contributions of women and girls in football as part of Female Football Week …
The need for more women coaches – Interview with FCA’s Aish Ravi
New Football Coaches Australia (FCA) Executive Committee member Aish Ravi has made it her mission to inspire more women to …
Football Queensland begin Female Football Week celebrations
Football Queensland have begun their state-wide celebration of Female Football Week, commemorating the game’s proud past, present and future. The …
Football Queensland to deliver Women’s World Cup legacy plan to Parliament
Football Queensland (FQ) will launch its three-year Women and Girls Strategy (2021-2023) at Parliament today, in a bid to increase …
England FA launches women’s football coaching initiative
The English Football Association (FA) has launched the Coaching Excellence Initiative, a women’s football coaching development programme. The 18-month programme …
Optus Sport to show UEFA Women’s Euros in 2022
Optus Sport have announced they have obtained the rights to broadcast the UEFA Women’s Euro 2022 tournament to Australian viewers. …
FIFA appoints Chief Operating Officers for Women’s World Cup 2023
FIFA has appointed two Chief Operating Officers (COOs) for the upcoming FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023. Jane Fernandez and Jane …
Applications open for Sport Australia’s Women Leaders in Sport Grants
Sport Australia is now accepting applications for the 2021 Women Leaders in Sport (WLIS) Development Grants and Leadership Workshops. The …
WA women’s side to enter First Nations Indigenous Football Cup Tournament
Football West have announced they have aligned themselves with the Geraldton Sporting Aboriginal Corporation (GSAC) to send a female team …
$8 million women’s facility hub set to be finalised in NSW
Southern Districts Soccer Football Association (SDSFA) are set to reveal a new all-women’s facility hub in Middleton Grange, Cirillo Reserve. …
AFC reveal dates for 2022 Women’s Asian Cup
The AFC have confirmed that the 2022 Women’s Asian Cup in India will take place from January 20 to February …
Australian Match Officials named on FIFA Panel of International Referees for 2021
Football Australia has announced that 26 Australian Match Officials have been selected on the FIFA Panel of International Referees for …
Four Australian referees gunning to officiate at 2023 Women’s World Cup
Football Australia have announced that four Australian match officials have been chosen as candidates to possibly officiate at the 2023 …
Football Queensland launches women’s knockout cup
Football Queensland (FQ) has announced a new women’s knockout tournament which is set to kick off in in early 2021.
Football Queensland announce four new clubs for NPL Women’s competition
Football Queensland have confirmed four clubs have been successful in their application to play in the NPL Queensland Women’s competition …
FIFA begins host city selection process for 2023 Women’s World Cup
FIFA has begun its process to examine the 12 candidate host cities for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023, through …
Queensland’s Winning Football Formula close to completion
Football Queensland is hoping to receive government funding that will unlock the Winning Football Formula for women’s football in the …
Australia to host AFC youth women’s qualifiers
FFA have announced Australia will host two AFC youth women’s qualification tournaments in 2021. The AFC has awarded Australia the …
Two-time Women’s World Cup winner Tony Gustavsson to lead Matildas
FFA has tonight announced Tony Gustavsson has been appointed as the 14th Head Coach of the Westfield Matildas.
Matildas partner with Cadbury until 2022
FFA have announced that Cadbury will be an official partner of the Matildas until 2022. Cadbury’s partnership with the FFA …
FFA seeks to bring AFC youth women’s qualifiers to regional Australia
Football Federation Australia (FFA) has submitted a second bid to host Asian Football Confederation (AFC) youth women’s qualification fixtures in …
New Zealand Football appoint Project Director
New Zealand Football has announced the appointment of Jane Patterson as the Project Director for the Initial Operating Phase of …
Psychologist Chris Shen: Tips to Bolster and Improve your Mental Health
The current COVID-19 pandemic has greatly affected the mental health of the soccer community. Players, coaches, decision-makers, administrators, and supporters …
UEFA remains committed to women’s football
UEFA president Aleksander Čeferin confirmed on Monday that the governing body for football in Europe is committed to helping women’s …
Queensland talent shines through in TSP Carnivals
Football Queensland has seen more than 300 young male and female footballers take part in two Regional Talent Support Program …
Pepsi to sponsor UEFA Women’s Champions League
PepsiCo have announced a five-year partnership with UEFA women’s football. The deal was confirmed ahead of the UEFA Women’s Champions …
Leicester City Women becomes fully professional
English Premier League club Leicester City have announced that their women’s team will be a fully professional outfit when the …
JFA creates new coaching licenses for female coaches
The Japan Football Association (JFA) has announced plans to create an Associate-Pro (A-Pro) Licence Coaching Course to produce more female …
FFA submits bid to host AFC U-17 Women’s Championship Qualifiers
FFA have announced that it has partnered with Cessnock City Council in a bid to host the AFC women’s football …
FFA announces Jane Fernandez as head of 2023 Women’s World Cup office
FFA have confirmed Jane Fernandez will continue with the organisation and serve as its head of the 2023 Women’s World …
New Zealand Football confirms 2020/21 season details
New Zealand Football has confirmed the details and starting dates of its national competitions for the 2020/21 season. The national …
Queensland features an abundance of Matildas
New figures show that Queensland’s female development has been incredibly successful in finding talent, who have represented the Westfield Matildas. …
Do the Matildas need a female coach?
With the recent decision by former Matildas coach Ante Milicic to move into the head coaching role at A-League club …
W-League awards to be held this week
Football Federation Australia (FFA) have confirmed a special W-League edition of the Dolan Warren Awards will take place this Thursday, …
Matildas and Olyroos receive funding boost for Olympics
The Matildas and Olyroos will receive a high-performance grant from the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) to prepare for next …
NPLW records good viewership numbers in WA
The opening weekend of the NPLW in WA was well received off the pitch, as supporters tuned into matches streamed …
Peter Filopoulos: Hosting the Women’s World Cup will turbocharge the growth of women’s football
Peter Filopoulos, CEO of Football Victoria believes Australia’s successful FIFA Women’s World Cup (WWC) bid will fast-track the sport’s growth …
The FA forced into job cuts amid Covid-19
The Football Association (FA), English soccer’s governing body, has been forced into 124 job cuts as they try to fight …
State federations welcome Women’s World Cup decision
Australia’s state federations have celebrated the nation’s successful bid for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. The respective football federations …
Australia and New Zealand to host Women’s World Cup
Australia and New Zealand’s dream to host the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup has come to fruition as the two …
Japan withdraws: Australia-NZ bid in the box seat to host Women’s World Cup
Japan have withdrawn their bid to host the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, in a boost for the joint Australian …
FIFA ranks Australia-NZ bid as best for 2023 Women’s World Cup
The Australia-New Zealand bid to co-host the 2023 Women’s World Cup has been rated the best by FIFA, according to …
JFA announce first professional women’s competition
The Japan Football Association (JFA) have announced plans to launch their first professional women’s competition. In a major step forward …
Restart for professional sport in Japan edging closer
A restart for professional sport in Japan is on track as restrictions are being lifted around the country.
2023 Women’s World Cup: Host to be announced June 25
Australia and New Zealand will find out whether they will host the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in under six …
Stuart Hodge addresses future for Football NSW
Football NSW Chief Executive Officer Stuart Hodge has addressed key topics on the association’s radar in the midst of the …