Eight years ago, Spring Hills Football Club did not have a girls’ team. Today it has one of the most …
Aussie partners with two A-League clubs in cross-state alliance
Australia’s largest retail mortgage broker will team up with Melbourne Victory and Western Sydney Wanderers, representing Aussie’s commitment to supporting …
Two NPL VIC clubs receive funding boost from State Budget
Following the announcement of the 2026 Victoria State Budget, Avondale FC and Hume City FC will both receive major backing …
Football Community Supports Ange Goutzioulis Following MND Diagnosis
At just 52 years old, former National Soccer League player Ange Goutzioulis stood in front of a packed room at …
Eastern Suburbs Football Association Announces First All-Female Referee Course and Expanded Women’s Competition
The Eastern Suburbs Football Association has opened its 2026 season with three structural investments that reflect the growing ambition of …
More Than One in Five Football Australia Staff to Lose Jobs Amid Growing Financial Losses
Australian football finds itself in a curious position. From the outside, the game appears to be riding a wave of …
Victorian State Budget delivers $750,000 to football facilities as governing body signals more to come
Two of Victoria’s most prominent football clubs have secured a combined $750,000 in facility funding from the 2026 Victorian State …
Heidelberg United denied qualification to AFC UCL 2
In an announcement made yesterday, Football Australia revealed that, in place of Heidelberg United, Melbourne Victory will now take the …
Football SA commits to quality with TigerTurf partnership
An industry leader in synthetic pitches and sports surface technology, TigerTurf will now team up with Football SA as a …
Football NSW celebrates volunteers across football community
As National Volunteer Week gets underway from 18-24 May, Football NSW are championing the people who dedicate their time and …
Football Victoria’s Female Football Week Awards Recognise the People Empowering Women’s Football
Football Victoria has named its 2026 Female Football Week Award winners, recognising five women whose contributions across playing, coaching, refereeing, …
Blacktown District Soccer Football Association Launches Youth League and Poaching Program
Blacktown District Soccer Football Association has outlined a package of initiatives for the 2026 season centred on youth development, coach …
Isabella Mossin awarded Ninja A-League Women Referee of the Year
The youngest recipient since its inception, Mossin will officially receive the award after leading the Ninja A-League Grand Final 2026 …
Female Football Week kicks off across Northern NSW
Female Football Week has officially begun across Northern NSW, with a program of gala days, networking events and awards ceremonies …
Football NNSW Releases Infrastructure Strategies as Participation Growth Outpaces Facilities
Northern NSW Football has unveiled bespoke infrastructure strategies for each of its seven member zones, providing an evidence-based roadmap for …
Football Victoria launches inaugural Club State Championships amid World Cup fever
Football Victoria (FV) has unveiled the inaugural Victorian Club State Championships, a new statewide tournament set to transform the winter …
NSW Football Associations Unite Behind AED Mapping Project for Statewide Safety Network
Twelve football associations across New South Wales have joined a statewide effort to map and register Automated External Defibrillators across …
Decision overturned: FIFA World Cup 2026 to return to Federation Square
Following the announcement earlier this week that Federation Square would not return as a live site for this summer’s FIFA …
World Cup 2026 build-up: FA urges Victorian Government to overturn live site decision
Football Australia responded yesterday to the decision by Melbourne Arts Precinct not to host live watch parties during this year’s …
Football SA confirms Two New Teams for HPG Homes State League 2
Football South Australia has confirmed the inclusion of Para Hills East SC and Sturt Marion Thunder SC in the HPG …
Como 1907 and Connectome unite to enhance cognitive analysis
Last month, the Lombardy-based club announced the start of a new partnership with Connectome, a neurotechnology company now looking to …
Football West hosts Papua Football Academy as Asian ties deepen
Football West has hosted members of the Papua Football Academy from Indonesia on an eleven-day exchange visit to Perth, marking …
BDAFA emphasises youth and community through football initiatives
As the 2026 grassroots season begins, Bankstown District Amateur Football Association (BDAFA) commenced a series of initiatives to underline the …
Football Victoria marks World Autism Understanding Month with Expanded Inclusion Program
Football Victoria has marked World Autism Understanding Month with a series of practical inclusion initiatives delivered in partnership with Aspect, …
UEFA reaffirm partnership with Oceania Football Confederation
Last week, UEFA signed a Memoriam of Understanding (MoU) with Oceania’s football governing body to continue its commitment to football …
Project ACL: The initiative leading the way on injury research
Launched in 2024, the research project recently welcomed two US-based organisations: the National Women’s Soccer League Players Association (NWSLPA) and …
South Canberra FC Breaks the Mold: Equity-Driven Model Earns ‘Club Changer’ Honour
South Canberra Football Club has been named Club Changer of the Month for April, in a recognition that reflects a …
Football NSW announces 2026 First Nations Scholarships as pathway access program enters new phase
Football NSW has announced the recipients of its 2026 First Nations Scholarships, with ten emerging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander …
Football NSW Targets Female Coaching Gap with Twin Programs
Football NSW has announced two new initiatives targeting the development of female coaches and coach education tutors, backed by federal …
FA Board of Directors Welcomes Two New Appointments
Rachel Wiseman and Angela Mentis will join the FA as Directors, reflecting a continued drive within the governing body to …
Western Strikers Nominated FSA Club of the Month for Equity Outcomes
Western Strikers SC has been nominated for Club of the Month after a period of deliberate structural investment in its …
Melbourne City expand youth program with Hallam Secondary College
The school will join the City Futures Program in its mission to consolidate pathways and community bonds for students.
The Coaching Crisis Hiding in Australian Football
The low standard of Australian football has often been attributed to limited resources and the relative immaturity of the sport’s …
Football Victoria recognised in Pride in Sport Index 2026
The Silver Status shows Football Victoria‘s commitment to providing Victorians with a safe, inclusive landscape for all to enjoy the …
Football Queensland to celebrate Female Football Week with statewide events, awards and coaching programs
Football Queensland will mark the 2026 Female Football Week with a program of statewide events, competitions and professional development opportunities …
Football South Australia renews partnership with Datacord as Community Football Commitment Deepens
Football South Australia has announced the renewal of its partnership with Datacord, continuing a relationship that has grown steadily since …
Football NSW releases $600,000 towards Grassroots Grants to meet Participation Pressure
Sixty-five football clubs across New South Wales have secured a combined total of nearly $600,000 in funding through the NSW …
Victory unites with Roasting Warehouse in culture-led partnership
The Melbourne-based anf family-owned business will join the Victory family, uniting two institutions which represent the city’s culture and identity. …
Marie-Louise Eta makes history as new Union Berlin head coach
In an historic appointment, Eta will take over as head coach of Union Berlin until the end of the season.
Record Pathway Breakthrough: Football NSW Report Highlights Power of Access and Equity
Football NSW has released its 2025 Player Development Report, documenting a year of significant growth across its Talented Player Pathway …
Northern Motor Group joins FV as Official Automotive Partner
In an announcement made last week, Football Victoria (FV) announced the Bundoora-based company as its Official Automotive Partner for the …
Northern NSW Football Calls in SAPA as Participation Surge Sparks Big Plans
Northern NSW Football has commissioned Sports Advisory Partners Australia to lead the development of its 2027 to 2029 Strategic Plan, …
Socceroos Make Powerful $15K Play to Back Organ Donation Awareness
The Socceroos, through Professional Footballers Australia’s (PFA) Community Impact Fund, have reinforced football’s power beyond the pitch with a $15,000 donation to Transplant Australia Football Club, supporting its 2026 Transplant World Cup campaign in Frankfurt while amplifying awareness of the life-saving impact of organ and tissue donation.
How Football Victoria’s Opens Board Nominations will Address the Game’s Rapid Growth Demands
Football Victoria has opened nominations for two board director positions ahead of its Annual General Meeting on May 25, with …
Melbourne Victory’s reaffirmed partnership backs local businesses
In an announcement made on Tuesday, Melbourne Victory revealed their continued alliance with the Committee for Melbourne. The partnership aims …
How Sunbury United Is Defying the Odds to Keep Grassroots Football Alive
Sunbury United stands as a cornerstone of the local community in Melbourne’s outer northwest. But for all the hard work …
JH Allan Reserve in Keilor East to undergo lighting upgrades
After strong backing from the community and Football Victoria, Moonee Valley City Council confirmed the green light for upgrades to …
Football SA Commits $100,000 to Referee Fuel Subsidy as Cost-of-Living pressure Mounts
Football South Australia has announced a fuel subsidy scheme for match officials across its semi-professional competitions, allocating up to $100,000 …
Nike and FA reveal Socceroos kit ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup
As the lastest collaboration between Football Australia and Nike, the 2026 National Team collection is testament to a partnership spanning …
Football West mourns passing of women’s football pioneer Barbara Gibson, aged 95
Football West has acknowledged the death of Barbara Gibson, an Honorary Life Member of the organisation whose administrative career across …
Football NSW and Heartbeat of Football extend partnership
In an announcement made via social media last week, Football NSW announced that their collaboration with Heartbeat of Football will …
Coles MiniRoos Program Opens Football Pathway for Children aged 4 to 11 across Australia
Football Australia’s Coles MiniRoos program is welcoming new participants across the country, offering children aged 4 to 11 a structured …
Filopoulos: Football Must Move Beyond Campaigns to Win Fans for Good
Global marketing and advisory firm Bastion has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Peter Filopoulos as Managing Director, …
Pushing for First Nations representation in the game with Football Queensland’s Murri Cup
Football Queensland has announced the inaugural FQ Murri Cup, a two-day tournament celebrating First Nations cultures and showcasing Indigenous football …
PlayHER Tournament returns as Football Victoria Doubles Down on Women’s Participation
Football Victoria‘s PlayHER Tournament returns to the Knox Regional Football Centre in Wantirna South this May, offering women across Victoria …
Football Australia calls for $343M to Sustain Women’s Football Boom
Football Australia has called on the NSW Government to establish a decade-long grassroots facilities fund worth up to $343 million, …
The Future of Officiating: Football NSW Hosts Landmark Grassroots Ref Summit
The inaugral conference will take place this Saturday 21st March at Valentine Sports Park.
Spring Hills FC makes History with All-Female Junior Coaching Staff in NPLW Victoria
Spring Hills FC has become the first club in the National Premier Leagues Women’s Victoria structure to field junior teams …
QUT’s Future of Sport Conference to Shape the Next Era of Global Sport
As Australia accelerates toward the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) is set to …
Football Australia Salutes Iranian Women’s Team as Asylum Saga Draws to a Close
Football Australia has released a statement acknowledging the Iranian Women’s National Team’s participation in the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup, …
CEO OPINION
10:1 Against the World Game: Hume City Council’s Budget Is a Kick in the Guts for Football
A 10:1 funding ratio against the world game. Football participation is booming, but Hume City Council’s budget tells a very different story — one that ratepayers can’t ignore.
Northern NSW Football sees four state-of-the-art facilities upgraded
Local councils across the Hunter have significantly contributed to facility developments in the region. Valuable council support The clubs at …
Be The Change We Need to See – Help Expose Australia’s Football Infrastructure Crisis
Soccerscene is launching a landmark survey that will put hard data behind one of Australian football’s most persistent and damaging …
Queensland Football Convention Returns in 2026 to Shape the Future of the Game
Football Queensland has announced the return of the Queensland Football Convention, set to bring together industry leaders, clubs and delegates …
Weekly update: Latest NPL partnership announcements
Read here for this week’s updated list of the recently announced NPL partnerships across all regions in Australia. NPL VIC …
Winter Futsal League Returns with New Cup Competition
Football NSW Futsal’s Winter Futsal League (WFL) is back for its seventh season, with 12 men’s clubs and six women’s …
Seven Iranian Footballers granted asylum in Australia after Anthem Protest
Seven members of Iran’s women’s football team have been granted humanitarian visas in Australia, after a dramatic 48-hour operation that …
FQ Academy State Championships Return to Moreton Bay
Football Queensland (FQ) has confirmed the FQ Academy State Championships will return to Moreton Bay from Tuesday, 7 July to …
Football SA Unveils Sweeping Reform Plan for Men’s Soccer Competitions in Adelaide
Following the earlier announcement that Football South Australia had commissioned an independent review into the future direction of Senior Men’s …
Fremantle City Launches 2026 NPL Season with Focus on Youth and Community
Fremantle City FC has officially launched its 2026 New Balance NPL WA Men’s and Women’s seasons, championing a community-first approach …
Level the Playing Field: Football Unites at Parliament House to Back Grassroots Growth
Victorian football’s most influential voices gathered at Parliament House last Wednesday to officially launch the Level the Playing Field campaign. …
FQ Reinstates WinterFest 2026 at the Sunshine Coast
Football Queensland (FQ) has confirmed WinterFest, the state’s premier junior football carnival, will return to the Sunshine Coast from 1 …
Football NSW partners with Deploy for Association Championships
In an announcement released on Thursday this week, Football NSW revealed Deploy as the Naming Rights Partner of the Football …
Victorian Parliament Hosts Landmark Launch Event for Level the Playing Field Initiative
Victoria’s football community gathered at Parliament House on Thursday for the launch of the Level the Playing Field initiative, bringing …
Beyond the Pitch: Melbourne Victory and LifeChanger Foundation Drive Youth Mental Health Initiative
In an announcement made on Wednesday, Melbourne Victory and LifeChanger Foundation revealed this month’s Stand Together Mental Health Round in …
A Coroner’s Call: Why Football Can No Longer Ignore the Science on CTE
The recent coronial inquest into the death of Gordon McQueen has once again forced football to confront an uncomfortable truth.
FA and the ABC partner to cover AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026™
Football Australia and the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) have announced a partnership ahead of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia …
FIFPRO Asia/Oceania teams up with Areto to combat online abuse
With the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup kicking off this week, Areto and FIFPRO’s partnership will look to protect competing …
CEO OPINION
$28 Million for Box Hill City Oval, While Football Is Being Pushed to the Back Seat
Box Hill City Oval isn’t just a local redevelopment – it’s a litmus test for how seriously we take football infrastructure in Australia. And right now, the warning signs are flashing.
FQ teams up with Asahi Beverages as its Official Beverage Partner
Football Queensland will team up with Gatorade, part of the Asahi Beverages family, as its Official Beverage Partner. A …
How the AFC Women’s Asian Cup is Bringing the Tournament to the Next Generation
As the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 approaches its March 1 kick-off, the messaging around the tournament has centred on …
SGM and TX Football partner in support of grassroots football
In an announcement made last week via social media, Sports Group Melbourne (SGM) revealed that they will collaborate with TX …
What the Major Facility Investments mean beyond the Upcoming AFC Women’s Asian Cup
As anticipation builds for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026, Western Australia is witnessing a transformation not just in readiness …
Weekly update: NPL teams reveal additional partnerships for 2026
Read here for this week’s update on all the recent partnership agreements across the NPL leagues. NPL VIC: Preston Lions …
Football NSW Building Pathways for the Next Generation of Girls
Football NSW hosted the Girls Football Australia Talent Development Scheme (TDS) event across the 11th and 12th of February.
Celebrating Unity, Diversity, and Progress in VCON’s Third Iteration
Football Victoria (FV), in partnership with the Victorian Government, proudly concludes the 2026 Victorian Cup of Nations (VCON), after four …
Game-Changer: FQ Taps Into AI With StepOut to Revolutionise Performance Analysis
In an announcement made yesterday, Football Queensland revealed that it will partner with StepOut, an AI-driven performance analysis platform. The …
Sam Kerr Leads a Renewed Matilda’s Force into Asian Cup Quest on Home Soil
When the CommBank Matildas take to the pitch at Perth Stadium on the 1st of March, it won’t just mark …
Football Queensland and SW Brokerage begin new partnership
In an announcement made on Tuesday, Football Queensland revealed that SW Brokerage will become their new Official Financial Wellbeing Partner. …
Football Victoria Announces 2026 Country Championships To Be Held in Geelong
Football Victoria (FV) is delighted to confirm that the 2026 Football Victoria Country Championships will be staged in Geelong from …
Clifton Hill FC Set for New Era as Pavilion Upgrade Nears Completion
Community football in Melbourne’s inner north is set for a major boost, with Clifton Hill FC preparing to usher in …
Mastering Influence: FVBL’s Networking Event Set to Empower Football Leaders
Football Victoria (FV) Business League powered by Sharp EIT Solutions opens its 2026 calendar with an event that addresses a …
Falcons 2000 SC reveal glimpse into GSEP facilities transformation
The revamped facilities at the Gippsland Sports and Entertainment Park in Morwell began in July 2025, and are due to …
How James Johnson Is Shaping Canada Soccer’s Billion-Dollar World Cup Commercial Future
Canada Soccer has confirmed a renewed long-term commercial agreement with Canadian Soccer Media and Entertainment, marking a significant reset in …
Weekly update: NPL partnerships surge ahead of season kick-off
Read here for this week’s update on all the recently-announced partnerships across the NPL. NPL VIC: George Cross FC: Shaun’s …
CEO OPINION
The Participation Boom Councils Didn’t Plan For Is Hitting Football Hard
Football is global. Councils are still thinking domestic. While Japan and South Korea treat football as a national asset, Australian clubs are being told to “make do” with facilities stuck in the past. If councils don’t change how they plan and invest, Australia won’t just fall behind locally, we’ll fall behind globally.
No More: FV introduces ‘draconian’ Three-strike Rule with Mass Points Deductions
Football Victoria (FV) has ratified an uncompromising new “Three Strike Policy” for the 2026 season.
GIS Launches Sydney Campus and Welcomes 2026 Student Cohort
Students gain access to elite sporting venues and industry leaders as teaching begins across Sydney’s premier sports precinct.
Senol links up with Football Victoria as naming rights partner
Football Victoria (FV) has announced that Senol will become the naming rights partner of its landmark competition, an agreement set …
Building the future: The Socceroo who has came home
In the modern football economy, the transition from elite athlete to administrator is rarely seamless. For two decades, David Williams’ …
Level the Playing Field: FV launches Parliamentary Petition
Football Victoria (FV) has announced the creation of the Level the Playing Field Parliamentary Petition, aiming to bring football-related issues …
Creativity, wellbeing and benchmarking: Football NSW launches 2026 Girls Youth League season
Over 200 technical directors and coaches descended on Valentine Sports Park this weekend to launch the 2026 Girls Youth League …
Indonesian Consul General hosted in WA by Football West
Football West has moved to strengthen its strategic footprint in Southeast Asia, hosting a high-level diplomatic delegation at the Sam …
Weekly update: NPL Partnerships announced last week
Read here for this week’s update on all the NPL partnerships for the upcoming season. NPL VIC: George Cross FC: …
Editors Opinion
Football’s Growth Is Outpacing Council Planning and Clubs Are Paying the Price
Club confidence in councils is collapsing as football participation surges. In a Soccerscene-exclusive survey conducted between 19 and 30 January 2026 and distributed through our 31,000-strong industry database, grassroots and semi-professional leaders warned that planning, consultation and funding are failing to keep pace. The result is overcrowded facilities, volunteer burnout, and a growing risk Australia falls further behind structured football nations like Japan and South Korea.
Football Queensland Locks In Major BildGroup Partnership to Supercharge Facility Growth Statewide
Football Queensland has announced a major new partnership with BildGroup, a move expected to accelerate the upgrade of club facilities, …
Women’s football in WA backed by Construction Training Fund
It was announced on Monday by Football West that the Construction Training Fund (CTF) will become the new naming rights …
South Melbourne FC Sets New Benchmark for Governance and Football Growth
South Melbourne FC has reinforced its commitment to governance, financial sustainability and football development following its Annual General Meeting. The …
The only road to the national stage: FQ Academy Inter-Conference Carnival 2026
Football Queensland (FQ) has confirmed Mackay Football Park as the host venue for the 2026 FQ Academy Inter-Conference Carnival, scheduled …
Pignata’s OAM Signals a New Era for Football Administration
In the Australian sporting landscape, administrative longevity is a rare commodity. The burnout rate for executives in the A-Leagues and …