The Shepparton Cup was conducted over the weekend, with the event being the largest weekend junior football tournament ever held …
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In the last fortnight, Professional Footballers Australia (PFA) released their annual A-League Women’s report, providing an overview of the current …
PFA’s Rita Mankowska underscores the Player Development Program’s importance
The PFA has recently released their 2024 annual Player Development Program (PDP) report highlighting their achievements in supporting players as …
Scott Miller: From coaching to spearheading Gen AI sports technology at iReel
Following a distinguished coaching career that included reaching the heights of the Premier League, Scott Miller is now embracing the …
John Tsatsimas – Leading the Charge at Football New South Wales
John Tsatsimas, Chief Executive Officer of Football New South Wales, experienced the joys of football at an early age when …
Nathan Perrone on Western United’s Science in Sport extension: “It’s a privilege to be able to continue with them”
Western United have recently agreed a two-year extension with Science in Sport (SiS) to remain as its Official Performance Nutrition …
Football Victoria CEO Chris Pehlivanis on the 2024-2028 Strategic Framework: “We’ll either succeed or fail together”
Football Victoria (FV) has released its ‘Our Football’ Strategic Framework for the next four years, with CEO Chris Pehlivanis at …
Stan Lazaridis – Taking Perth Back to the Glory Days
In March 2024, Perth Glory made a significant personnel decision by appointing former Socceroo great, Stan Lazaridis, as its Football …
Teqball’s future in Australia: A chat with ATF President Jarred Bester
Teqball is one of the fastest growing sports in the world and the foundation of it in Europe and South …
Transforming sports ticketing in Australia: A chat with INTIX founder Alex Grant
INTIX is quickly becoming one of the biggest event ticketing companies in the country, boasting many past sport partnerships with …
Juventus Creator Lab: a novel strategy for football media
Over the years Juventus FC has had to endure substantial challenges on and off the field, however, they are making …
Sevilla FC: Transforming player scouting with IBM’s generative AI
In 2021, Sevilla FC, a premier team from Andalusia, Spain, faced an overwhelming amount of paperwork. With a top-tier scouting …
Angel City FC: Uplifting women and strengthening communities
Los Angeles is a city that produces pioneers and cultural influencers across various industries, including entertainment, technology, and sports. The …
Came From Nowhere: the forgotten story of the Western Sydney Wanderers FC
Less than 24 hours after the Central Coast Mariners captured national attention with their historic treble of titles, SBS quietly …
AIA Australia CEO Damien Mu on Tottenham’s visit to Melbourne and Ange Postecoglou impact
Before Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United’s pre-season friendly match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, football codes came together on the …
Coogee United: A club set to catapult through local grant
The Local NSW Grant has provided an important influx of funds for the success grant recipients enlisted, it will provide …
Venezia FC: cultivating a unique fashion and branding profile
The heritage, the charm, the biennales, the architecture, the art, the canals, the fashion and now football has been added …
NSW Football Legacy Fund delivers LED lighting for Collaroy Cromer Strikers
Collaroy Cromer Strikers Football Club (CCSFC) in the Manly Warringah Football Association (MWFA) are a grant recipient in Round 2 …
Simon Pincic talks upgrades at Somers Street and future of Melbourne Knights
Knights Stadium facility upgrades are almost complete with new irrigation and drainage systems, perimeter fencing, turf for pitches 2 and …
How Ultima Sport have elevated football
Ultima Sport are not a typical football essential manufacturer. The Sydney based company have made significant waves within the football …
Shedding the light on Germany’s unique 50+1 ownership model
Football in Germany enjoys widespread popularity due to its top-tier play, the highest average attendances in world football, affordable ticket …
How Patrick Spagnolo has revolutionised sporting apparel in Australia with OneSports
Patrick Spagnolo has really changed the game in the local footballing world in how to best go about the time-consuming …
Allambie Beacon Hill United FC’s Steven Gravemade gives account of the Local Sport Grant process and its benefits
Two historic clubs from the Manly Warringah Football Association – Manly Allambie Football Club and Beacon Hill Football Club – …
How the J.League rose from 10 clubs to 60 across Japan’s islands
Starting as a modest 10-team league, the J.League has expanded into a formidable three-tiered structure, boasting 60 professional clubs spread …
Parramatta City FC: Celebrating 50 years and a place to truly call home
As a Club entrenched in history, Parramatta City FC has secured a double milestone in its future towards providing a …
Caroline Carnegie: “I don’t think there’s a reason why the game shouldn’t be a success”
Season 2023/24 has been crucial for Melbourne Victory as Managing Director Caroline Carnegie is guiding the Club in the right …
Northern Suburbs and Manly Warringah Football Association representatives discuss NSW’s highest registration numbers
Football NSW has recently disclosed that the 2024 season is recording the highest number of registrations in community grassroots football.
Forever remembering Dylan Tombides and his story
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Similar to all life cycles, a footballers career commences and concludes. However, athletes are often uncertain about the precise timing …
Assessing the path of A-League Women to become full-time
To ensure there is a deep-rooted legacy from the 2023 Women’s World Cup, the A-League Women becoming a full-time profession …
The story of Kamal Ibrahim: An inspiration to young migrants
The founder of One Ball, Kamal Ibrahim, understands that football is a beacon of light for him and the people that …
APIA Leichhardt FC: 70 years on & still counting
On 18th April, APIA Leichhardt FC – one of the most successful football clubs in Australia – will be celebrating …
David Davutovic on Preston Lions’ rich history and ambitions for the future
At the recent Preston in Business event, media personality David Davutovic spoke about Preston Lions’ storied history, it’s incredible impact …
Preston Lions FC President David Cvetkovski on National Second Tier: “The key is to surround yourself with the best people with a real passion”
Preston Lions FC recently held their Preston in Business (PIB) event for the 2024 season to show their appreciation for …
Lawrie McKinna: A true survivor
Since 1986, when he first appeared for Heidelberg United in the NSL, Lawrie McKinna, the current Sydney Olympic CEO, has …
Heather Garriock: Acting for the good of the game
Heather Garriock, the former Matildas midfielder, is the proud holder of 130 Caps for her country and as she looks …
Noddy: The Untold Story of Adrian Alston – a review of Philip Micallef’s book
When former Socceroo great, Adrian Alston, took a leap of faith and departed Preston in the north of England and …
Nike Pacific Brand Director Nick Atkinson: “We have so much equity and history to elevate women’s sport”
Before becoming Brand Director of Nike Pacific – an organisation he’s been part of since 2015 – Nick Atkinson knew …
Gary Cole: Still striking the target
There are very few people in Australian football who have left their mark on so many facets of the game …
Record Optus Sport statistics backed up by immediate A-League Women support
Following the memorable FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023, supporters have already started to show that crowd and viewing numbers won’t …
Sport Psychology Senior Lecturer Dr. Christopher Mesagno: The necessity of mental fortitude in professional sport
Psychology and sport are mixing more than they ever have before. With the advent of the internet and the increased …
Psychologist Christopher Shen: How the Matildas will achieve greatness
The FIFA Women’s World Cup has got off to a great start, where it is fantastic to see the Australian …
It’s time for Craig Johnston
Since 2017, after spending many years in the U.S.A., Craig Johnston – our most decorated footballer with eight medals from …
Optus Sport’s Clive Dickens on his role leading content for the Women’s World Cup
Even before the FIFA Women’s World Cup was on the horizon, Optus Sport had already made its mark in Australian …
One-on-one with Elissia Carnavas: “The Matildas have got the hopes of the nation on their shoulders”
There are less than 30 days left until the highly anticipated Women’s World Cup takes centre stage in Australia and …
Reforming breast protection: Boob Armour’s Suzie Betts on female safety in sport
Boob Armour is a revolutionary Australian business dedicated to women’s safety and empowerment that has emerged as a beacon of …
Zena Sport Co-Founder Donna Johnson: “We are empowering a new generation where protective wear will be an essential part of any girl’s kit”
Zena Sport provides the most advanced female breast and rib protection for contact sports, backed by four years’ worth of …
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Brad Maloney: From the class of 1991 to Joeys coach
Few supporters who witnessed the gallant deeds of the 1991 Australian World Youth Cup squad as they progressed to the …
“You really don’t know which way your career is going to go” – Aurelio Vidmar on Asian football exploits
Aurelio Vidmar sees the impending reduction of Australian qualifying slots in the Asian Champions League as a ‘real disappointment’, but …
Werribee City FC and Wyndham City Council ready for Moroccan World Cup flavour
With the Women’s World Cup set to begin in just under 60 days’ time – areas and local clubs all …
Jeff Olver – the perfect role model
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New grandstand to complement Preston Lions FC in National Second Tier push
As announced by Football Australia, 26 clubs had progressed to the Request for Proposal (RFP) phase of the National Second …
Victoria University researcher Robert Aughey on football technology: “It will be an accepted part of the game very quickly”
Robert Aughey, a researcher and professor from Victoria University, has collaborated with FIFA for several years on leading-edge football technologies. …
O-LYM-PIC Football Dreams: The story behind a heartfelt documentary
Before the COVID lockdowns of 2020-21 shut down elite sport worldwide, some of the best under-11s players from Sydney Olympic …
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Preston Lions have provided an update to their National Second Tier progress, following on from their expression of interest. In …
Network 10 commentator Simon Hill: “The game doesn’t belong to me or any individual”
Arriving in Australia from his native England in 2003, football broadcaster Simon Hill has become synonymous with Australian football and …
A testimony to my friend Awer Mabil – by Mike Conway
“What is the purpose of life? After much consideration, I believe that the purpose of life is to find happiness” …
How will the National Second Division impact the NPL?
Conversation surrounding the implementation of a National Second Division (NSD) within the Australian football pyramid has dominated discourse for some …
The FA Commercial Director Navin Singh on inaugural FA Cup trophy tour to Australia
For the very first time in the competition’s 150-year long history, the Emirates FA Cup touched down in Australia, as …
How FWP Group is changing architectural design for the football industry
The leading architectural, design and master planning practice, FWP Ltd, is a company that works on projects around the UK …
Pararoos Head Coach Kai Lammert: “We want to leave the place better than when we found it”
Australia’s Paralympic National Football Team, AKA the Pararoos, are Australia’s only male representative national football team for athletes with cerebral …
Australian Football Skool Director Rolando Navas on the impact of floods in Shepparton
Over the years, the Shepparton Cup has been a staple in the football calendar. It is an event which has …
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Following the return of the A-League Men’s season, the Australian Professional Leagues – the sporting body which represents and administers …
AAFC Chairman Nick Galatas: “Your next expansion club should be from the division below”
The prospect of a National Second Division below the A-League Men has captivated the day-to-day speculation and debate of Australian …
APL CEO Danny Townsend: “The atmosphere at the Socceroos live sites exists every weekend across the A-League”
It has now reached that critical point in the domestic football calendar where the Australian Professional Leagues (APL) – the …
APL CEO Danny Townsend on why A-Leagues All Access is giving football an edge
In a season built around rejuvenation, the in-house produced A-Leagues All Access has led the way for the Australian Professional …
Socceroos legend Gary Cole: “This is a great shot in the arm for the game in Australia”
Just five days on from their landmark win over Tunisia at the World Cup, the Socceroos have continued to enamour …
Why a collaborative One Football Strategy is critical for the game
In a move that signals a potential shift in how effectively the game is governed here, Football Australia (FA) has …
Australian football statistician Andrew Howe: “I became obsessed with the game but the information was so hard to find”
As a result of years of meticulous research and diligent data-keeping, Andrew Howe has established himself as the go-to figure …
Mayamantharra theme drives Indigenous Football Week 2022
In the seventh year of John Moriarty Football’s (JMF) delivery of its Indigenous Football Week initiative, the transformative organisation has …
Socceroos Head Coach Graham Arnold: “We need to do what’s best for the game and not what’s best for commercial or politics”
Socceroos Head Coach Graham Arnold has voiced a call to action for Australia’s clubs, associations and member federations to come …
Energy crisis hits UK football – how does Australia prepare?
Can we afford to turn the lights on? That is the question many football clubs across the UK are asking …
Growing younger: PFA report challenges A-League Men critics
Professional Footballers Australia released their annual A-League Men’s report last week, which indicates the wheel has turned against two persistent …
Wrexham AFC: The fastest growing club in the world
The name Wrexham may come as a mystery to football fans across the globe, but this Welsh city located in …
How the Indigenous Football Council plans to improve pathways
As Australia’s longest running and most successful Indigenous football initiative for 2–18-year-olds, the John Moriarty Football (JMF) program has been …
The rise of the ‘Cupset’ – Cannons, Power and City on recent success
The Australia Cup has officially reclaimed its magic in 2022. Sydney United’s gripping 3-2 win over Brisbane Roar on Sunday …
Alex Brosque: A true football ambassador
When Alex Brosque first wore the colours of Marconi-Fairfield during the 2001-2002 N.S.L. season, he exuded a sense of anticipation …
Clifton Park receives resounding support
Members of the Victorian football community have shown incredible support for the much-loved synthetic pitch of Clifton Park in Brunswick, …
Victorian clubs vow to ‘Save Clifton Park’
On Wednesday August 31, a ‘Save Our Park’ barbeque will be held to raise awareness for what a community’s future …
Con Boutsianis: “The nation is not going to get better by just playing more games”
South Melbourne icon Con Boutsianis is steadfast in his view that issues in Australian football’s much-debated talent pathways are rooted …
How Sydney FC evolved their customer support solutions with GoTo
Businesses, let alone sports organisations, have to constantly be on the lookout for strategies to enable them to evolve their …
Football Victoria President Antonella Care: “It’s been terrific to broadcast on a dedicated platform”
2022 has seen football’s consistent return across Victoria, in a greatly changed environment following two seasons largely ruined by Covid-19. …
FIFA Technical Expert Karl Dodd: “We need to have a holistic approach to our development”
Karl Dodd’s proficient understanding of the nature of football on and off the pitch is unlike many others. Having undergone …
Football NSW Media Manager Mark Stavroulakis: “The end goal is to see the NPL excel as high as it can”
National Premier Leagues NSW fans have likely spotted Mark Stavroulakis conducting his duties as Media Manager at Football NSW on …
Australian football legend Gary Cole: “This is a wonderful time for the Socceroos and the Matildas”
With the Socceroos having achieved a fifth straight FIFA World Cup qualification for the 2022 edition set to be held …
“Don’t sign a new contract with Everton because Fergie is after you” – Jack Rodwell’s date with destiny
In May 1964, Everton FC arrived in Australia as reigning English champions but it took forty six years for the …
WWC 2023 Chief Operating Officer Jane Fernandez: “The Women’s World Cup is arriving at a significant turning point in Australian football”
With just over a year until the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 kicks off at New Zealand’s Eden Park on …
Southampton FC Academy Physiotherapist Tass Amiridis: “Our reputation is world-renowned”
Making the decision to move countries in order to chase your dreams is one that befalls plenty of Australian footballers. …
How Postecoglou’s overseas success can propel more Australian coaches forward
He’s one of the biggest names in Australian football right now. Ange Postecoglou is continuing to put the land down …
James Johnson on how the Club Licensing System is critical to progress of Second Division
On Thursday, Football Australia released their reformed Club Licensing System Regulations that will increase standards at clubs across the top …
PFA maintains faith in collective bargaining over Domestic Transfer System stand-off
Professional Footballers Australia (PFA) remain steadfast in their view Football Australia cannot impose a Domestic Transfer System (DTS) on the …
Benchwarmers: Mitigating soft tissue injuries for local players
Australian sportswear company Benchwarmers are targeting the issue of soft tissue injuries through their innovative product. The company estimates that …
The Canberra United Academy and its secrets to success
2022 has been another hugely successful year for the Canberra United Academy. Graduates Alexia Karrys-Stahl and Chloe Lincoln both earned …
Made in Holland- the Patrick Zwaanswijk Way
Patrick Zwaanswijk paraded his talents in professional football as a player with Ajax Juniors, Utrecht FC, Oita Trinita, NAC Breda …
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 …
Q&A with Danny Townsend: “We are about unifying the game”
When the Matildas crashed out of the Women’s Asian Cup and the Socceroos dropped points to China in a crucial …
In the Cluch: Meet the team powering NPL.TV
Coronavirus, lockdowns and associated crowd caps have brought forward the sports streaming industry three or five years, according to Cluch …
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 …
Player agent Carlos Ribeiro: “Top A-League academy players should be looking abroad”
Carlos Ribeiro is a name that may be unfamiliar to Australian footballing circles, but the former player turned agent has …
Why 2021 was a groundbreaking year for Australian football
As 2021 draws to a close, it has proved to be another fantastic year of growth for the game – Soccerscene picks out five highlights.
Mt Druitt Town Rangers coach Stewart Montgomery: “We represent an area that doesn’t get the respect it deserves”
Stewart Montgomery, who currently leads a Mount Druitt Town Rangers side that continues to defy expectations in NSW National Premier Leagues 1.
No overnight success: The slow transformation of women’s football in Australia
The outlook for women’s football has rarely looked better. However, the so-called overnight success has been 50 years in the making.
The importance of boosting the connection between clubs and their local businesses
Football clubs across the world have financially suffered over the past two years, through the length of the COVID-19 pandemic. …
Why the FFA Cup is perfectly placed to kick-start a resurgent season for Australian football
Fans of Australian football could not have predicted the tumultuous ride that the sport has taken over the past few years.
Is Australia ready for a two-year World Cup cycle?
Battle lines are being drawn between FIFA and key stakeholders, as it remains to be seen whether Australia will support the push for a two-year World Cup cycle.
Catherine Cannuli: “It wasn’t easy to pursue coaching as I felt like I was back at square one again”
June 1 this year saw long-time stalwart of the Western Sydney Wanderers – Catherine Cannuli – appointed to the role of Head Coach of the Women’s side for the upcoming 2021/22 A-League Women’s season.
10 ViacomCBS Executive Producer Geoff Bullock: Bringing a fan-first approach
In a wide-ranging chat with Soccerscene, the current Executive Producer for football at ViacomCBS gave us insight into the strategic direction, plans and thinking behind Australian football’s new broadcasting home.
Melbourne City Academy Head Coach Anthony Frost on player development and pathways
Anthony Frost is a Qualified A/B/C License Instructor with expertise in player development, and is the Head Coach of the Melbourne City FC Academy.
What the future holds for futsal in Australia
The return of the National Futsal Championships is a huge boon, according to two people key to the development of the game within Australia.