The Malaysian Football League (MFL) has confirmed a March 5 start date for the 2021 season, after COVID-19 forced a …
India shows interest in hosting Asian Champions League
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) have expressed their interest in hosting the Asian Champions League Group E (West Zone) …
Synthetic pitch boost for football in Sydney
The City of Sydney will construct five new synthetic fields across the Local Government Area over the next few years. …
Football put on hold in Victoria due to lockdown
The latest lockdown in Victoria will temporarily postpone all football-related activities in the state with stage four Covid-19 restrictions put …
Football Queensland to implement Connecting Through Sport program
Football Queensland’s (FQ) Connecting Through Sport program, in conjunction with Multicultural Australia, will promote social inclusion for migrants and refugees. …
Premier League announces No Room For Racism Action Plan
The Premier League’s No Room For Racism Action Plan has been launched with the aim to eradicate racial prejudice and create …
Football West partners with Healthway
Football West have announced a two-year partnership with Healthway. The partnership will focus on behaviours within the West Australian football …
AAFC Chairman Nick Galatas: “We want the best possible national second division”
AAFC Chairman Nick Galatas has outlined his plans for the organisation for 2021, with the continued pursuit of the introduction …
Football Victoria reveals $650,000 Debt Relief Package
Football Victoria (FV) have announced the establishment of a $650,000 Debt Relief Hardship Policy. The relief package has been introduced …
DAZN and Sky lead the race for Serie A rights
Serie A is still on the hunt for a media rights partner, as DAZN and Sky put in offers for …
Barcelona sign official skincare and makeup partner
FC Barcelona and Shiseido Men have signed a two year deal which sees the Japanese cosmetics brand become the official …
Football Queensland to step up initiatives to safeguard child participants
Football Queensland have reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding children by strengthening measures across the state, through a variety of member …
FV Head of Futsal outlines future plans: “We want to host a National Championships in Victoria”
Football Victoria (FV) Head of Futsal Anthony Grima believes Victoria is the perfect place to host an edition of Football …
FA reveal 2021 Domestic Match Calendar
Football Australia have released their 2021 Australian Football Domestic Match Calendar (DMC). The key features of the 2021 Australian Football …
Ligue 1 broadcast rights up in the air
Bids for French top-flight Ligue 1 from Amazon, DAZN and Discovery have all fallen short, prompting a broadcast rights crisis …
WA women’s side to enter First Nations Indigenous Football Cup Tournament
Football West have announced they have aligned themselves with the Geraldton Sporting Aboriginal Corporation (GSAC) to send a female team …
Australian Professional Leagues welcome two new executives
The Australian Professional Leagues (APL) have announced Ant Hearne and Michael Tange as their two new executives. Ant Hearne joins …
Queensland clubs receive over $450,000 in latest round of state government funding
Football Queensland have announced that affiliated clubs have received over $450,000 in funding through the latest round of the state …
Four media companies seeking Serie A rights
Italian top-flight Serie A has seen four media companies vying for the league’s broadcast rights in the upcoming 2021 to …
$8 million women’s facility hub set to be finalised in NSW
Southern Districts Soccer Football Association (SDSFA) are set to reveal a new all-women’s facility hub in Middleton Grange, Cirillo Reserve. …
AFC reveal dates for 2022 Women’s Asian Cup
The AFC have confirmed that the 2022 Women’s Asian Cup in India will take place from January 20 to February …
Football NSW reveal new Modular Sporting Facilities Guide
Football NSW and Northern NSW Football have announced the release of its tenth facility guide, titled Modular Sporting Facilities. The …
Football Queensland and Felton Industries team up to launch Facility Guide
Football Queensland (FQ) has launched its Shelter & Grandstands Facility Guide, together with their new partner Felton Industries. Felton are …
2021 AFC Cup groups revealed
The groups for the 2021 AFC Cup have been revealed at a group stage draw in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. After …
Melbourne Knights president: No reason for FA to block national second division
Melbourne Knights president Pave Jusup believes there is no reason why Football Australia or any A-League side should attempt to …
Robert Cavallucci proud of competition reforms, outlines FQ’s plans for 2021
Despite a challenging 2020 for football across the country, a small silver lining to emerge on the extremely dark cloud …
2021 Asian Champions League to be played in hubs
The AFC has announced that this year’s Asian Champions League will be played in centralised hubs because of the COVID-19 …
COVID-19 test for FIFA Club World Cup tickets
Fans will have to return a negative COVID-19 test result in order to receive a ticket to the FIFA Club …
Football Queensland launches new futsal competition
Football Queensland is welcoming expressions of interest from futsal clubs across the sunshine state, for the launch of a new …
Western United partner with City of Greater Geelong
Western United has announced they have signed a partnership with the City of Greater Geelong to promote A-League football in …
Football Victoria announce a new era for futsal in the state
Football Victoria have announced they are stepping up their efforts and investment in resources to govern and unite the futsal …
FIFA Club World Cup Qatar 2020 draw released
The official draw for the FIFA Club World Cup 2020 has been released ahead of the tournament’s scheduled start in …
Northern NSW Football welcomes $50 million funding boost for women’s sport
Northern NSW Football have welcomed a $50 million funding announcement from the State Government, which will see sporting facilities across …
Regional NSW gets boost ahead of 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup
A NSW Government funded talent identification and youth development program over the next three years will help young girls who …
Football Queensland’s Club Support Hub to assist Play Football campaign
Football Queensland has launched their new Club Support Hub, alongside the 2021 Play Football registration campaign. “In the Strategic Plan, …
Socceroos and Matildas secure innovative fan engagement product
Socceroos and Matildas fans will be able to integrate Australia’s national football teams further into their daily lives, after the …
US La Liga youth football initiative launched
La Liga North America has created a youth football platform titled La Liga Next to develop and recruit talent in …
Stephanie Brantz appointed Director of Football NSW
Football NSW have announced that Stephanie Brantz will serve as an Appointed Director of Football NSW for the next two …
Australian Match Officials named on FIFA Panel of International Referees for 2021
Football Australia has announced that 26 Australian Match Officials have been selected on the FIFA Panel of International Referees for …
AAFC releases plan to introduce national second division by 2022
AAFC have released their progress report into a feasible national second division, believing the competition can get underway by 2022. …
Four Australian referees gunning to officiate at 2023 Women’s World Cup
Football Australia have announced that four Australian match officials have been chosen as candidates to possibly officiate at the 2023 …
Football Australia partners with Qukes
Football Australia has announced that Qukes Baby Cucumbers have signed an agreement to become a partner of the MiniRoos grassroots …
Football Queensland partners with T2 Electrical & Data
Football Queensland have announced T2 Electrical & Data as its official lighting and solar partner, as well as preferred supplier …
AFC Asian Cup dates confirmed for 2023 tournament
The Asian Football Confederation have confirmed the 18th edition of the AFC Asian Cup will be played in June and July …
Premier League clubs assist with COVID-19 vaccine rollout
A number of Premier League clubs are assisting the UK’s National Health Service with the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine. …
Football Australia announces Domestic Transfer System White Paper
Football Australia have announced the release of their Domestic Transfer System Transformation White Paper. Developed throughout the fourth quarter of …
Newcastle Jets licence terminated by Football Australia
Newcastle Jets’ A-League and W-League licence has been terminated by Football Australia and Australian Professional Leagues (APL). The termination takes …
A-League, W-League and Y-League to be unbundled from Football Australia
Football Australia and the newly formed Australian Professional Leagues (APL) have announced that terms have been agreed to ‘unbundle’ the …
U-17 and U-19 2021 FIFA World Cups cancelled
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced the cancellation of both the U-17 and U-19 FIFA World Cups in 2021. Indonesia was …
George Stamboulidis: Young Socceroos’ journey from Melbourne to Madrid
In just a few short years, George Stamboulidis has transitioned from playing in Melbourne’s north-eastern suburbs to one of football’s …
A-League and W-League partner with Bunnings
The A-League and W-League have signed a partnership deal with Bunnings ahead of the football season beginning on December 27. …
FCA’s Belinda Wilson scores new role with FIFA
Football Coaches Australia (FCA) is pleased to congratulate Executive Member Belinda Wilson on her appointment as Senior Technical Development Manager …
Finalists announced for Inaugural FCA XV Mind Games Cup
In December 2020, 30 globally located teams of coaches and players from grassroots to professional participated in Round 1 of …
Fourth FIFA World Cup 2022 venue launched
Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium in Qatar has become the fourth tournament venue for the FIFA World Cup 2022 to be …
Gallagher partner with the A-League and W-League
Gallagher has announced a partnership with the A-League and W-League and will be the official referee partner and insurance broker …
Football Australia CEO James Johnson: “There are strategic objectives to gain from a second tier”
James Johnson has faced unprecedented challenges during his first 11 months as Football Australia CEO. But despite the global pandemic …
La Liga’s Ultimate Xpert a ‘roaring success’
La Liga has declared the first edition of La Liga’s Ultimate Xpert a ‘roaring success’ after the first round of …
Football Victoria introduces Club Support Series
Football Victoria has announced the launch of their Club Support Series, a new initiative which aims to provide all the …
Football West announces initiative to lift referee numbers
Football West have announced a new initiative to increase referee numbers for 2021. From January of next year, new referees …
Victorian Government to back players and volunteers
The Victorian Government will support football players and volunteers at clubs from all levels across the state, by supplying grants …
Q&A with Football NSW CEO Stuart Hodge
2020 has been a challenging year for all sporting administrators due to the coronavirus pandemic. Stuart Hodge is the current …
Leeds United sign Dugout content deal
Leeds United content will be available on the video-only football platform Dugout – after the club signed with the digital …
La Liga and K League sign agreement
La Liga and the K League have signed a memorandum of understanding that will see the organisations work together in …
The initiatives Australian football could adopt
In a competitive sport media landscape, Australian football needs to adopt initiatives to remain relevant and gain advantages on its …
Asian Football Weekly – December 4-11
Here are the top stories in the Asian football industry over the past week. Qatar to participate in UEFA Qualifying …
Former South Melbourne FC president weighs-in on second division
Former South Melbourne FC President George Vasilopoulos has provided his insights into the National Second Division, stating he believes many …
AFF Cup rescheduled for a second time
The AFF Suzuki Cup will now be played in December 2021 after being postponed for a second time. ASEAN Football …
Preston Lions FC receives green light for facilities upgrade
Preston Lions FC will commence work on its new football pavilion in February 2021, after receiving unanimous support from the …
Football Queensland announces 2020 Football in Queensland Awards Week
Football Queensland have announced the 2020 Football in Queensland Awards Week will be held online this Monday, 14 December. The …
Sport Australia launches resource to assist community clubs post COVID-19
Sport Australia’s has launched Game Plan, a new diagnostic tool designed to help clubs bounce back after the effects of …
Rainbow Laces campaign supported by Premier League
The Premier League is currently celebrating Stonewall’s Rainbow Laces campaign, as part of a partnership with the lesbian, gay, bi …
La Liga FanCam introduced for player celebrations
La Liga has launched a FanCam that allows for supporters to view the goal celebrations of their favourite players. The …
Football Queensland reveals Modular Sporting Facility Guide
Football Queensland’s official modular partner, Ausco Modular, have launched an in-depth and informative sporting facilities guide for football in the …
The benefits of partnerships in football
A common thread between Dortmund, Villarreal C.F and Celtic F.C is that they all have partnerships with football clubs in …
Football Victoria celebrates International Day of People with Disability
Football Victoria has joined the global football community in celebrating International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD), as well as …
UEFA and European Parliament commit to promoting inclusion
UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin and European Parliament President David Sassoli have agreed for the organisations to work together to promote …
FFA signs three-year deal with Priceline
Football Federation Australia (FFA) have signed a three-year partnership agreement with Priceline Pharmacy, in a deal which will support the …
Football Queensland hosts unique futsal referee course
Football Queensland hosted a first-of-its-kind referee course over the weekend, supporting match officials who are transitioning to futsal officiating. 20 …
Winner of FFA Cup to qualify for AFC Champions League
Football Federation Australia (FFA) today announced that any team who wins the FFA Cup from 2021 will be granted entry …
Premier League fans to return in partial numbers
The UK Government’s planned easing of restrictions will allow some English Premier League clubs to have fans return from December …
FFA launches Domestic Transfer System discussion webinars
Football Federation Australia (FFA) has released the first, in what will be part of a series of webinars regarding the …
La Liga and UC partnership to professionalise the industry
Representatives from La Liga and the University of Canberra (UC) shared their intentions to professionalise the local sports industry through …
The FFA Cup should be renamed the Australia Cup in a nod to the game’s history
This past Wednesday, Football Federation Australia held its seventeenth Annual General Meeting. One of the agenda items included a proposal …
Football Queensland launches women’s knockout cup
Football Queensland (FQ) has announced a new women’s knockout tournament which is set to kick off in in early 2021.
Football Coaches Australia Granted Provisional FFA Membership
Football Coaches Australia (FCA) was granted the status of FFA Provisional Member at yesterday’s FFA Annual General Meeting (AGM), after …
22 national teams set for FIFA Arab Cup 2021
22 national teams from the Middle East and Arab regions have signed up to participate in the FIFA Arab Cup …
FFA to be renamed as ‘Football Australia’ following AGM
Football Federation Australia (FFA) will be known as ‘Football Australia’ following unanimous Congress support in the 17th Annual General Meeting …
World-class speakers set for Australian Coaching Conference this weekend
The Australian Coaching Conference will take place this Saturday November 28, with a range of big-name football figures set to …
La Liga and University of Canberra sign agreement
The La Liga Business School and the University of Canberra will sign of Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) this week to …
Football Queensland awards four teams with FQ Club Shields
Football Queensland have issued their first FQ Club Shields to four teams across the sunshine state. The clubs to receive …
FFA maintains commitment for Indigenous football
Football Federation Australia (FFA) has expressed its commitment towards a new era of Indigenous football in light of NAIDOC Week …
Sportec Solutions to be expanded by DFL
DFL Deutsche Fußball Liga, the organisation that operates the Bundesliga and sports and entertainment technology provider Deltatre, are looking to …
WA clubs to benefit from state-wide facility audit
Football West have announced it will continue its commitment to clubs and local associations by initiating a state-wide facility audit …
Why an Australian football Netflix series is needed
Netflix boast just under 200 million subscribers worldwide and have released several sports documentaries over the last few years. However, …
NSW Government announces $100 million fund
A new $100 million Greater Cities and Regional Sports Facility Fund was announced to stimulate local economies, boost employment, and …
J.League to reintroduce VAR from 2021
J.League has announced that it will be reintroducing Video Assistant Referee (VAR) for Meji Yasuda J1 League matches for the …
Football Queensland announce four new clubs for NPL Women’s competition
Football Queensland have confirmed four clubs have been successful in their application to play in the NPL Queensland Women’s competition …
Football Queensland welcomes election funding for clubs
At least seven Queensland football clubs are going to benefit from a share in over $1.5 million in fresh infrastructure …
Villarreal CF to open new academy in Sydney
La Liga’s Villarreal CF has announced that it will open its second Australian football academy in Sydney. The Villarreal Sydney …
Chelsea the first EPL club to partner with Chinese social media giant Weibo
Chelsea F.C have announced a strategic partnership with Weibo, a Chinese social media platform which records more than 520 million …
eSerie A 2020/21 competitions to kick off
Serie A has announced its 2020/21 eSerie A competitions on PES 21 and FIFA 21. Registrations have been opened for …
Football Tasmania welcomes funding increase from state government
Football Tasmania has welcomed an increase in annual operational funding from the state government. The funding will put football’s share …
AFC approves Asian Qualifiers dates
The AFC has confirmed new competition dates for the rest of the Asian Qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup Qatar …
Football West’s Building Stronger Clubs Program provides funding
Football West’s Building Stronger Clubs Program has provided financial and resource support to more than 20 clubs. The offering was …
Manchester United partners with LGBT+ equality charity
Manchester United has partnered with LGBT+ rights charity Stonewall, in an effort to promote diversity and inclusion. The strategic partnership …
AFC outlines commitment to expand ‘fan-first’ strategy
The AFC further outlined its commitment to confirm football as the continent’s number one sport, through an expanded ‘fan-first’ digital …
New standard launched for FIFA Quality Programme
‘FIFA Basic’ has been launched as the lowest standard of the FIFA Quality Programme which sets industry standards for football …
Football NSW schedules additional AFC/FFA B & goalkeeper coaching courses
Football NSW has announced a series of coaching courses to upskill the state’s professional and amateur coaches.
Virtual Bundesliga partners with major esports company
The DFL Deutsche Fußball Liga has partnered with ESL, the world’s largest esport company to operate the media production for …
South East Queensland Futsal Premier League to kick off this weekend
The South East Queensland (SEQ) Futsal Premier League will begin their 2020 season on November 14. The satellite round format …