FFA launches Skills Hub for its #PlayatHomeChallenge

Football Federation Australia (FFA) has launched its official Skills Hub as another part of its #PlayatHomeChallenge.

The Skills Hub will allow those in the Australian football community to stay connected, ensuring both physical and mental health are looked after.

There are twelve challenges that can be completed within four core categories of football skills.

The four categories are: First touch, Striking the ball, Running with the ball and 1v1.

According to the FFA, here is how the #PlayatHomeChallenge works:

  • Every week the organisation will announce a skill for you to master
  • Record yourself showing your best efforts or your own skills
  • Challenge three of your friends to match your moves
  • Post your video on social media – and be sure to tag your three friends and include #PlayAtHomeChallenge and #StayAtHomeChallenge

More information, including the first skill to master in the #PlayatHomeChallenge can be found here.

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NSW Government Invests for 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup

The New South Wales Government has committed substantial funding to ensure Sydney takes centre stage in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026.

The investment confirmed in this week’s state budget announcement representing a major boost for women’s football in Australia.

The funding package forms part of the state government’s broader strategy to position NSW as a leader in women’s sport and major event hosting with the investment being welcomed by Football Australia and the tournament’s Local Organising Committee.

Western Sydney Stadium will host six group stage fixtures, capitalising on the region’s reputation as one of Australia’s passionate footballing and culturally diverse communities.

The venue selection reflects the tournament organisers’ commitment to engaging with grassroots football supporters across Greater Sydney. Accor stadium will also stage two quarterfinals, a semi-final and the tournament decider, cementing Sydney’s status as the competition’s epicentre.

Beyond match hosting, the government investment will fund comprehensive event promotion and fan engagement initiatives across Greater Sydney.

Tournament organisers project that approximately 62 per cent of all competition tickets will be sold within NSW.

The target is creating significant opportunities to showcase Sydney to visiting supporters from across Asia and local supporters.

The funding represents additional support beyond the existing NSW Football Legacy Program and demonstrates the state government’s commitment to football development.

Football Australia Interim Chief Executive Heather Garriock praised the government’s backing.

“We thank the Minister Steve Kamper and the NSW Government for this significant investment in the future of women’s football. It’s a bold commitment that recognises the power of sport to inspire and unite. This funding ensures Sydney is front and centre of the tournament experience — from Western Sydney to the world stage,” Garriock commented via official Football Australia press release.

Sarah Walsh, Chief Operating Officer of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026 Local Organising Committee, highlighted the significance of hosting the majority of ticket sales within NSW.

“With over half the tournament’s ticket sales expected here, it’s an extraordinary opportunity to connect with our community, celebrate our cultural diversity, and deliver an unforgettable event. Hosting the Matildas at Stadium Australia on International Women’s Day will be a defining moment in Australian sporting history, and we look forward to bringing that to life,” Walsh mentioned via official Football Australia press release.

“Football Australia and the LOC continue to work in close partnership with government, commercial partners and stakeholders to ensure the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ leaves a lasting legacy for the game, for women, and for the nation.”

The AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026 represents a crucial opportunity for Australian women’s football to build on the Matildas’ recent World Cup success and the fever after.

The tournament serving as both a competitive pinnacle and a platform for continued growth in the women’s game across the region.

New Broadcast Plan Confirmed for Hahn Australia Cup 2025

Football Australia has unveiled a new broadcast plan for the Hahn Australia Cup 2025 that will change how fans across the country tune in to the nation’s top knockout tournament.

Under the new setup, Football Australia will handle the broadcast production from the Playoffs through to the Quarter Finals. Then, Paramount Australia will take over for the Semi-Finals and the Final.

This change means more fans will be able to watch the Final Rounds, with select matches being shown live and free for the first time on both Football Australia’s YouTube channel and 10Play.

Paramount+ will continue to offer exclusive coverage, now featuring a studio host and around-the-grounds updates with all the night’s goals and big moments.

Victorian fans have plenty to cheer for, with A-League clubs Melbourne City, Melbourne Victory, and Western United in the mix, alongside strong NPLM sides Avondale FC, Heidelberg United, and South Melbourne – plus underdog VPL2 club Nunawading City.

Paramount Australia will also create a special Hahn Australia Cup Preview Show before each round, which will air on Paramount+, 10Bold, and 10Play.

Football Australia’s Interim Chief Executive Officer, Heather Garriock welcomed the changes to broadcast for the 2025 edition of the tournament.

“This enhanced broadcast approach strengthens the visibility and reach of the Hahn Australia Cup, giving fans more opportunities to watch and engage with a competition that has provided so many special moments over the years,” Garriock said in a press release.

“Paramount’s expanded support, combined with the strategic use of our own digital platforms and key production partners, marks a positive evolution for the tournament and aligns with our broader ambition to elevate football’s presence across the Australian sporting landscape.

“By increasing our broadcast footprint to include free access to select matches via Football Australia’s YouTube channel we’re ensuring more Australians can follow the journey of their local clubs on a national stage.”

These exciting changes signal a new era for the Hahn Australia Cup, making the competition more accessible than ever and further uniting fans around the country through the power of football.

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