Football Australia applauds the ASC’s historic $385 million investment to boost high-performance and participation through the “Win Well” and “Play Well” programs.
This funding underscores the vital impact of sport in Australian communities and enhances pathways from grassroots to elite levels.
Football Australia is delighted to receive $6,319,500 in funding for the period from January 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026.
- Win Well funding: $5,379,000
- Play Well funding: $940,500
This marks a 25% boost in high-performance funding from the previous cycle, reinforcing football’s status as Australia’s favourite team sport and its expanding impact both on and off the field.
This investment will enhance Football Australia’s efforts to develop the game across all levels. The Win Well funding will back high-performance programs, equipping the Subway Socceroos, CommBank Matildas, CommBank ParaMatildas, CommBank Pararoos, and Youth National Teams for global success.
It also fortifies talent pathways, coaching, and advancements in sports science and medicine.
The Play Well funding emphasises grassroots development, fostering inclusive participation, and ensuring safe, welcoming spaces for players, coaches, and volunteers nationwide. As Australia’s largest participation sport, football has seen remarkable growth in women’s and girls’ involvement, driven by the success of the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia and New Zealand 2023™.
Football Australia CEO, James Johnson commended the Australian Government’s dedication to sport and emphasised its positive impact on football.
“This record investment from the Australian Government is a testament to the power of sport to inspire and connect our communities,” he said via press release.
“The increased funding through the Win Well program will enhance our ability to compete on the global stage, while the Play Well program enables us to bring the joy of football to more Australians, ensuring inclusive, safe, and welcoming environments for all.
“I would like to sincerely thank the Federal Minister for Sport, the Hon Anika Wells, and the Australian Government for their unwavering support and belief in the future of Australian football. This funding will empower us to build on the incredible momentum of our game, uniting Australians through football and preparing our athletes for success on the road to Los Angeles 2028 and Brisbane 2032.”
Football Australia is dedicated to achieving excellence in sport and increasing opportunities for all Australians to participate in the world’s most popular game.
