FIFA is looking to raise up to $2.97 billion AUD in order to expand its streaming service FIFA+ by working …
The evolving landscape of football innovation
Football’s journey from a local pastime to a global multibillion-dollar industry was gradual, but the sport’s digital transformation has been …
Australia’s overseas players enjoy peace of mind with SportsFX Currency Solutions
Professional Footballers Australia (PFA) and SportsFX Currency Solutions are helping Australian players expand their careers overseas. SportsFX is a leading …
LALIGA’s 10-year academy plan showing early signs of success
LALIGA’s Academy Plan, which was introduced in 2023, has grown 30% from the previous year and where clubs had already …
Football Queensland unveil stadium at sport’s spiritual home
Football Queensland have officially released their vision for a dedicated stadium in Brisbane to be built at the sport’s spiritual …
Manchester United considering the sale of Old Trafford naming rights
Manchester United have brought up the idea of selling the Old Trafford naming rights as a way to increase funds …
Football West agree a collaboration with Futsal WA
Football West have signed an agreement with Futsal WA in an effort to create suitable pathways for futsal players in …
Sydney FC’s vision to expand its influence in Asia through coaching
Sydney FC is currently on a mission to expand its influence across Asia, with a dedicated focus on nurturing young …
Friedkin Group set to become Everton’s new club owners
Everton may have found their new owners in The Friedkin Group, who are currently in the front seat to acquire …
Football Australia’s broadcast agreement with KommunityTV to stream National Youth Championships
Football Australia confirmed that a broadcast arrangement with KommunityTV has been secured to stream every game of the 2024 National …
Football West launches innovative Arabian Engagement Strategy
Football West have confirmed its Arabian Engagement Strategy in partnership with the Council for Australian-Arab Relations and the Department of …
Mount Colah FC receive grants to assist the junior programs
Mount Colah are a renowned football club within Hornsby, a suburb located on the upper west shore of Sydney. Founded …
$40 million upgrades announced for iconic Leichhardt Oval
Sydney’s historic Leichhardt Oval, home to the Sydney FC Women’s team, will be receiving a $40 million upgrade to its …
South-East Victorian club grant recipients to thrive
Throughout the duration of 2024, states across the nation have showcased commitment towards the growth of community sport through various …
Canberra United A-League Men’s debut delayed to 2025/26 season
Canberra have been dealt a cruel blow in their bid to have an A-League Men’s side, with the A-League confirming …
Newcastle Jets secure A-League future with new owners confirmed
Newcastle Jets have confirmed Maverick Sports Partners as the Club’s new owners. This ownership, subject to final approval from the …
Football Australia appoint financial expert Caroline Veitch
Football Australia confirm Caroline Veitch will become the new Chief Financial Officer. Caroline, with over 20 years of experience in …
Football Australia holds its 21st Annual General Meeting
The twenty-first AGM of Football Australia Limited was held on Thursday, 30 May 2024, at Football South Australia’s offices at …
Football Australia near $200m TV deal with Network Ten
Football Australia is currently in the final stages of negotiations to secure a record-breaking $200 million TV deal with Network …
Granville Waratah FC attain grant for the grassroots program
Australian football custodians Granville Waratah FC are yet another football entity upon the NSW Local Sport Grant Program who are …
White City SC to continue supporting its esteemed youth system
White City Soccer Club are a Serbian Australian community football entity based in south-west Sydney that is a successful recipient …
Eastern Creek Pioneer SC to benefit from Local Sport Grant
The NSW Government’s Local Sport Grant has showcased an immense contribution on behalf of the state-government in relation to the …
Football Queensland releases positive 2023 Annual Report including strong participation numbers
Football Queensland (FQ) have released their 2023 Annual Report which suggests state-wide growth in all areas and shows the strides …
Football Queensland confirm #EQUALISER campaign
Football in Queensland is on the cusp of becoming the state’s most dominant sport. Although rugby league maintains a firm …
Significant Sporting Events Program open for organisations
Sport and Recreation Victoria have released the Significant Sporting Events Program which helps sporting, community and event organisations to deliver …
Oakleigh Cannons confirm Jack Edwards Reserve redevelopment
Oakleigh Cannons FC and the Monash City Council confirm that the redevelopment project at Jack Edwards Reserve has officially kicked …
Landmark $304 million funding for Sunshine Coast sporting venues
The Queensland Government has confirmed that there will be $300 million funding commitment for Sunshine Coast’s Olympic venues, including a …
Australia awarded hosting rights for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026
Football Australia have announced that the country has been awarded the hosting rights for the 2026 edition of the AFC …
Federal Budget commits $97 million investment for sport programs
The 2024-25 Federal Budget, which was released on Tuesday night, includes more than $97 million over two years to the …
New Zealand Football confirm Sportway as broadcaster for domestic games
New Zealand Football has collaborated with sports video production company Sportway to broadcast an unprecedented amount of domestic football from …
Federal government commit $250 million to upgrade AIS facilities
The federal government confirm they are committing $250 million to upgrade the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) ahead of the …
Iconic Barton Park precinct re-opened in Banksia
The Bayside Council confirmed the re-opening of the iconic Barton Park, formerly known as St George Stadium after a long …
Western Sydney Wanderers launch new programs for women and girls
Western Sydney Wanderers have launched a number of new programs and activities as part of their ongoing commitment to celebrate …
Canberra United have been given a lifeline for next season
Canberra United have welcomed the news of important funding from the ACT Government to help towards securing the future of …
Wellington Phoenix renew deal with IT company Layer3
Wellington Phoenix confirm that the club have renewed their partnership with the club’s long-standing IT partner, Layer3. Layer3 specialises in …
Adelaide United secure landmark deal with PSV Eindhoven
Adelaide United have confirmed an ambitious strategic partnership with PSV Eindhoven that will help both clubs engage in a mutually …
777 Partners seeking completion of Everton deal
American firm 777 Partners are nearing the completion of their takeover at Everton after a long seven-month process is heading …
Football Victoria choose Veo to introduce video analysis technologies
Football Victoria announced a partnership with Veo Technologies, a global leader in AI-powered sports recording platforms. FV will integrate Veo …
WOW HYDRATE and Manchester United’s ‘Red Cherry’ drink aligned with mutual values
WOW HYDRATE launched its first-ever co-created ‘Red Cherry’ flavoured drink, working alongside one of the world’s biggest football clubs – …
FC Barcelona and EBC Financial Group confirm collaboration
FC Barcelona has broadened its presence in the foreign exchange industry by partnering with EBC Financial Group (EBC). This collaboration …
Melbourne City proudly unveil their state-of-the-art-facilities
Melbourne City have proudly showcased their clubs latest project through the unveiling of their new state-of-the-art-facility, located at Casey Fields …
Silverware manufacturer for Football Queensland reaffirms commitment
Football Queensland (FQ) has solidified its partnership with The Trophy Superstore, becoming its Official Trophies and Medal partner for two …
City Football Group showcase mixed Annual Report despite success
City Football Group (CFG) have recently recorded losses of £112 million ($215 million AUD) for the 2022/23 financial year despite …
German football ends 70 years with Adidas for Nike deal
The German Football Association (DFB) has inked a mega eight-year deal with American sportswear giant Nike and move on from …
Robert Cavallucci discusses important Perry Park upgrade
FQ CEO Robert Cavallucci recently featured on an episode of The Subs Bench podcast to discuss an improved stadium in …
Local Sporting Champions grant available for competitors aged 12-18
Local Sporting Champions (LSC) is an Australian Government initiative designed to provide financial assistance for coaches, officials and competitors aged …
Ross Reserve Athletics set for practical completion
SPORTENG, in collaboration with the City of Greater Dandenong Council, confirmed that Ross Reserve Athletics is set for practical completion …
A-Leagues secure last minute NEP deal for production partner
The A-Leagues have had an interesting past week, to say the least – as the league’s production partner for live …
Long-awaited new facility welcomed for NSW football staple
Hurlstone Park Wanderers has unveiled new facilities in which they were desperate to acquire following half a century of operation …
Aston Villa strike lucrative front-of-shirt deal with Betano
Aston Villa has struck an important sponsorship deal with Greek online betting company Betano worth £40m (AU$77.4 mil) over the …
2023 FIFA review underlines incredible Women’s World Cup impact
FIFA has released their ‘2023 Financials in Review’ statement which highlights the incredible financial and cultural impact of the 2023 …
CUPRA and Football Australia ties remain strong
Pioneering electronic car brand CUPRA will remain Football Australia’s official automotive partner after a strong two-year collaboration. As part of …
Crucial moments loom for Central Coast Mariners
Recently through the clamour in which the A-League churns out each season, Central Coast Mariners have been quietly charging towards …
Balfours continues with Football SA to feed growth
Football South Australia (FSA) is extending ties with wholesale bakery supplier Balfours for three years, re-establishing the company as FSA’s …
Genius Sports extend UK betting data deal with FootballCo
Genius Sports has won the bidding war to extend its official betting data partnership with Football DataCo (FDC), which holds …
UEFA helps German football tackle climate change with EURO 2024 climate fund
80 amateur football clubs in Germany will receive funding for sustainability projects as part of UEFA’s EURO 2024 climate fund. …
EFL scores record-breaking international broadcast rights deal
The English Football League (EFL) has secured record deals worth at least £148million (AU$286.6 million) for its international TV rights …
FIFA+ delivering valuable exposure for Oceania football
The Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) is partnering with FIFA’s football streaming platform, FIFA+, to broadcast its international and club competitions …
Premier League clubs vote to tighten sponsorship rules
The Premier League has implemented stricter regulations aimed at preventing clubs from inflating sponsorship and transfer deals with entities linked …
Soaring to new heights: Melbourne Victory name new sponsor from 2024/25 season
Melbourne Victory have announced their latest primary sponsor for the upcoming three seasons, with both parties unveiling the newly found …
McDonald’s closing in on naming rights deal with Ligue 1
Fast food giant McDonald’s are edging ever closer to securing a three-year deal that would make them title sponsor of …
Sydney FC to utilise AI technologies with Bigtincan
Sydney FC has confirmed a ground-breaking partnership with AI-powered sales platform Bigtincan to improve fan engagement, plus player and coach …
Borussia Dortmund and PRIME confirm partnership
Borussia Dortmund confirm PRIME hydration as the club’s official hydration partner in a bid to improve the club’s standing in …
RB Leipzig confirm long-term deal with Puma
RB Leipzig has locked in a 10-year partnership with Puma to be the Club’s kit supplier from July 1, 2024 …
Sydney FC sign with Bulova Watches for remainder of the season
Sydney FC confirmed a partnership with leading watch brand Bulova Watches for remainder of the Isuzu UTE and Liberty A-League …
FA Wales takes action with Facility & Investment Vision
The Football Association of Wales (FAW), in collaboration with the Cymru Football Foundation (CFF), released the Facility and Investment Vision …
Bundesliga scraps mega investment deal amid serious fan protests
The German Football League (DFL) has abandoned plans to bring in private investment to the Bundesliga’s media rights business following …
West Bromwich Albion set to begin new era as takeover deal nears conclusion
Bilkul Football WBA, LLC is set to own a majority share in West Bromwich Albion Football Club this week, with …
City Football Group add İstanbul Başakşehir to club portfolio
City Football Group (CFG) announced a “football collaboration agreement” with Turkish Süper Lig side İstanbul Başakşehir to expand on their …
LAFC’s connection with renowned Swiss powerhouse forms long-term strategy
Major League Soccer’s Los Angeles FC (LAFC), put pen to paper on a strategic partnership between Swiss Super League powerhouse …
TNT Sports agree four-year deal to broadcast FA Cup from 2025-26 season
The Football Association has agreed a four-year deal with UK broadcaster TNT Sports to broadcast the FA Cup from the …
WSL eyeing enormous 150% increase to broadcast rights deal
In a historic first for football in the UK, every single Women’s Super League match is set to be broadcasted …
Premier League continues talks on cost control and EFL funding
Premier League club bosses are holding further talks regarding cost control measures for clubs competing in European football and additional …
MLS NEXT Pro continues to expand with Connecticut United addition
Connecticut (CT) United FC will join the ever-growing MLS NEXT Pro League in 2025, in a move that promises to …
Record-breaking AFCON tournament indicates a bright future
Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has been a roaring success that has symbolised the bright future of the world game …
MLS NEXT: A lucrative development grant initiative for junior academies
MLS NEXT, a sub-sect of the Major League Soccer organisation, is reinvesting in North America’s junior academies through the MLS …
Lionel Messi stars in new film by Bitget
Bitget and Lionel Messi are teaming up once again to deliver a new film on one of the world’s biggest …
PSG confirms it is seeking to leave Parc des Princes
Paris Saint-Germain’s President Nasser Al Khelaifi has confirmed that the club will try to leave the Parc des Princes stadium …
Al Nassr and Adidas sign multi-year kit deal
Al-Nassr have confirmed iconic sports brand Adidas as their new kit sponsor as they sign a three-year deal with the …
Telefonica re-purchases LaLiga domestic broadcast rights in substantial deal
LaLiga confirmed that Telefonica take domestic LaLiga rights commitment back to the end of 2026-27. Telefonica will pay €1.29 billion …
Adelaide City FC boosted by major sponsorship with Chemist Warehouse
Sleeping giants of Australian football, Adelaide City FC, have secured Chemist Warehouse as its major sponsor for the upcoming 2024 …
Real Madrid introduce first-ever sleeve sponsor in HP
Spanish powerhouse Real Madrid have signed their first sleeve sponsorship contract with computer hardware company HP. HP is a top-tier …
Birmingham City FC gain record stadium naming rights deal with Knighthead
Birmingham City confirmed that it has entered a major multi-year naming rights agreement with Shelby Companies Limited, which is mainly …
Brisbane Roar sign deal with VERVE Fitness to focus on player development
Brisbane Roar announced a two-year partnership with Queensland-based fitness equipment company, VERVE, which will aim to invest in the club’s …
Royal Caribbean feature on front of iconic Inter Miami jersey
Royal Caribbean International will be the Official Jersey Partner for Inter Miami, beginning with the upcoming 2024 campaign. With the …
MG Motor UK backs Arsenal as Official Automotive Partner
Arsenal confirmed a multi-year agreement with car manufacturer MG Motor UK who is the Official Automotive Partner. Celebrating its 100th …
FC Barcelona and Puma close in on record-breaking kit deal
FC Barcelona and Puma are close to reaching a historic kit sponsor agreement that would see the Catalans get around …
Melbourne Knights’ elite football facility upgrades taking shape
Melbourne Knights revealed that their exciting and extensive ground and facility works have got underway in Somers Street. Knights Stadium …
Chelsea Women select Škoda as Official Car Partner
Chelsea Women announced a partnership with Škoda UK which sees the two multi-trophy winning brands come together for the first …
DAZN removes paywall on women’s football including the Champions League to encourage growth
British sports streaming service DAZN revealed its decision to cancel the subscription fee for women’s football content throughout the remaining …
Western Sydney Wanderers and Herbalife extend long-term deal
Western Sydney Wanderers and Herbalife – a premier health and wellness company – have extended their long-term deal to a …
AFC announce Pepperstone collaboration amidst massive Asian Cup tournament
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has welcomed Pepperstone as Official Regional Partner for the ongoing Asian Cup tournament in Qatar. …
Western United working with Lifeline Western Melbourne to battle mental health in the local community
Western United announced Lifeline Western Melbourne as the Club’s Charity Partner for the 2023/24 season in a bid to tackle …
Northern NSW Football launch Strategic Plan for 2024-26
Northern NSW Football (NNSWF) released their 2024 to 2026 Strategic Plan which focuses on collaboration and a shared vision for …
Western United suiting up with Damat Tween
Western United are making stylish moves off the field, in a deal with menswear company Damat Tween as their official …
Central Coast Mariners choose Anytime Fitness as Back of Shirt sponsor
Central Coast Mariners have included Anytime Fitness as the Official Back of Shirt sponsor for all remaining A-League Men’s matches …
Central Coast Mariners at full strength with Bulk Nutrients
Central Coast Mariners are continuing a successful collaboration with Bulk Nutrients, in a two-year deal that has the Australian-owned company …
Western Melbourne Group unveils plans for landmark sports and residential development
The Western Melbourne Group (WMG) has revealed its major partners for the $2 billion project that will become Australia’s first …
Real Madrid and Saudi Arabia Investment Bank putting customers first
Real Madrid is connecting with Saudi Arabia Investment Bank (SAIB) with a sponsorship to drive value to both organisations. The …
FC Barcelona reach Latin American fans with Rappi
FC Barcelona added Latin American home-delivery service Rappi to its existing group of partners, in what is being described as …
Lite n’ Easy fuelling Melbourne Victory Women
Melbourne Victory’s A-League Women’s side are reaping the benefits of nutritional partner, Lite n’ Easy, for the 2023/24 season. Lite …
Alpha Group equipping Brisbane Roar in 2024
Brisbane Roar’s deal with sports equipment provider Alpha Group is giving players and staff access to the latest range of …
Brisbane Roar look to boost fanbase communications through Trippant
Brisbane Roar has chosen global communications consultants, Trippant, to support its continued growth off the field. Brisbane Roar’s deal with …
Adelaide United teaming up with TML Transport for 2023/24 season
Adelaide United are in a collaboration with major South Australian line-haul provider TML Transport. With this new partnership, TML Transport’s …
Jubilation for New York City FC as stadium plans are approved
New York City Football Club (NYCFC) can begin construction of their brand new stadium after plans for an historic redevelopment …
Argentine Football Association connecting with SmartSoft Gaming in digital sponsorship
The Argentine Football Association (AFA) has entered into its first European-only digital sponsorship with SmartSoft Gaming, in a deal that …
Football SA extending Development Centres throughout regional and metropolitan areas
Football South Australia (SA) announced the expansion of its Development Centres for boys and girls from ages nine to 13. …
Cádiz CF outlines plan for new sports technology centre
LALIGA football club Cádiz CF has unveiled plans to construct a brand-new sports technology centre which will be known as …
Dandenong Thunder to enjoy $700,000 LED lighting upgrade at George Andrews Reserve
Greater Dandenong Council and Dandenong Thunder have recently confirmed that works have commenced for new powerful lighting towers to be …
CPKC and Kansas City Current’s major stadium naming rights deal a win for women’s sport
The world’s first professional female-football dedicated stadium – home of the NWSL’s Kansas City Current – will be known as …