On Monday, Football Victoria announced that community club Hampton Park United Sparrows had been awarded a 5-star club rating by …
Second division dream still alive
The A-League may be independent, but that won’t get in the way of the big plans for a second division …
Indian Super League to work towards new league system
In a report from the AFC, the power brokers at the ISL (Indian Super League) will be looking to revamp …
South Nowra hosts annual National Indigenous Football Championships
Thursday the 31st of October sees the start of the National Indigenous Football Championships at South Nowra Football Complex in …
Football Victoria reveal new women’s division for 2020
Football Victoria (FV) yesterday announced the creation of a new women’s league, starting in 2020. The new division will be …
Registrations now open for Go Football
Whether you’ve just completed a soccer season in the winter or are a more casual player, Go Football is designed …
Football Queensland announce reformed junior NPL competition
Last Friday, Football Queensland announced that there junior NPL competition would be reformed from 2020 and beyond. The reformed system …
Futsalroos return to NSW for friendly
The Australian Men’s Futsal team, the Futsalroos, have had their final preparation ahead of the 2019 Futsal Championships.
Football Victoria confirm new NPL structures for 2020
Football Victoria (FV) have announced its new NPL Victoria structures for the 2020 season. The upcoming season will see the …
Football Victoria announce 30 new 5-Star clubs
Football Victoria has confirmed the 30 latest inductees into the Club Engagement Program (CEP) 5-Star club. The 5-Star status was …
World Cup referee Alireza Faghani to officiate first A-League match this weekend
2016 and 2018 AFC Referee of the Year Alireza Faghani will officiate his first match in the A-League this Saturday, …
New Chair for 2021 Powerchair Football World Cup announced
One of Australia’s prominent former players has agreed to take the position of the Chair in the Local Organising Committee …
Queensland girls to compete in boys NPL from 2020
Football Queensland (FQ) has confirmed that all Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) girls’ teams will play in the boys’ National …
Matildas mark significant milestone
Football Federation Australia (FFA) has honoured the first ever women’s international match by congratulating that team alongside the current Westfield …
Where does Western United sit one week away from round one?
Western United has had a big couple of weeks. They’ve signed Melbourne Victory hero turned nemesis Besart Berisha and they’ve …
Bresciano and Duggan join FFA Board
Football Federation Australia have announced that former Socceroo Mark Bresciano and ex-Matilda Amy Duggan will be joining the FFA board.
25 Years of the Australian Chinese Soccer Association
The Australian Chinese Soccer Association (ACSA) celebrated their 25th anniversary with an event held in Sydney, in front of more …
Frasers Property Australia leased with major sports brand Puma
Frasers Property Australia will have a new fresh look in Melbourne’s South East, with a leading sportswear company partnering up …
Football streaming versus the national second division – where to next?
Online streaming continues to be a popular choice for football fans around the country, but have we been better off …
Australia’s bid for 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup gets the support it needs
Australia is considering themselves as a contender to host the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, and with commitment already made …
Secure your ticket | Community in Business End of Season Luncheon
Legendary Socceroo John Aloisi will share his football story in “The Changeroom” at the FV Community in Business End of Season luncheon.
Queensland clubs get in excess of $600,000 in approved funding
Football Queensland affiliates are encouraged to consider applying for future rounds of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund after over $600,000 …
New NPLW Licences confirmed for Queensland clubs
Football Queensland can confirm that five Queensland clubs have applied for a National Premier Leagues Women’s (NPLW) Queensland licence for …
Queensland Referees Recognised with AFC Appointment
Three Queensland match officials have been selected to officiate an AFC Champions League Semi Final in a history-making referee appointment.
Federations seeking expressions of interest as Walking Football becomes a reality
Conjured in 2011 by Chesterfield FC in England, Walking Football is a modified version of the beautiful game, designed to …
New Harrison Park amenities will be a game changer
The 41-year-old amenities block at Harrison Park has had a much-needed facelift, with the newly refurbished facility officially opened today …
Reform on the agenda as Football Queensland Technical Working Group meet
Football Queensland launched their first Technical Working Group meeting last Tuesday at Meakin Park with reform on the agenda.
Grassroots clubs to get help from new FFA initiative
In a move that seeks to help out grassroots clubs the country, Football Federation Australia has developed a new program …
New energy saving opportunities available to Queensland clubs
Football Queensland is pleased to announce a number of upcoming energy saving opportunities for clubs across the state.
Filopoulos hails success as Football Victoria sets broadcast audience record
The 2019 Senol Grand Final Triple Header at AAMI Park last Sunday drew record audience numbers for a National Premier Leagues …
Sport Australia Hall of Fame welcomes first ever female
On Thursday 10th of October 2019, a former Matildas captain will be duly recognised for her contributions for women’s football.
Inaugural AFC Child Safeguarding Seminar 2019 concludes in Thailand
The Asian Football Confederation’s commitment to protect the welfare and safety of children across the Continent marked a significant milestone …
Australian photographs secured for the future
There’s nothing better than looking through the archives. Seeing your favourite clubs and old-time players in action, plus reliving some …
SBS cover the NPL Victoria Senol Triple Header
On Sunday, Australian broadcasting television network SBS covered the NPL Victoria Senol Triple Header.
Evolution of the modern soccer fan
Supporting your club, whether it be locally or abroad, can have its fair share of ups and downs. There are …
FFA Technical Director meets with Football Queensland
Football Federation Australia (FFA) Technical Director Rob Sherman has met with representatives of Football Queensland (FQ) earlier this week, which …
Look after your mates on and off the park, R U OK?Day
R U OK?Day is our national day of action dedicated to reminding everyone to ask, “Are you OK?” and to …
Football NSW announces 2020 Biological Maturation policy
This week, Football NSW has revealed their 2020 Biological Maturation policy.
Long-serving referee says farewell to Football NSW
One of the longest-serving referees for Football NSW has made a tough decision to hang up the whistle as he …
ALDI MiniRoos Kick-Off Program Summer Grant offered to Football New South Wales clubs
Football NSW is excited to offer a $500 Summer Grant for Football NSW affiliated Grassroots Clubs to conduct their first …
Football Victoria Community Awards 2019 nominations now open
Football Victoria is made possible because of the thousands of volunteers, administrators, coaches, referees and clubs that each have inspirational individuals …
Football as Therapy for Kids with Autism
Football as therapy for kids with Autism by Sporting Network for Autistic People and Parents (SNAPP) was created by Allison …
Technical Working Group members announced by Football Queensland
Football Queensland has announced the members of the Technical Working Group have been established and will make swift recommendations regarding …
Football Queensland team up with Super Futsal
With increasing participation numbers at the forefront, Football Quuensland has linked up with Super Futsal in a commitment to get …
Ange Postecoglou and Kevin Muscat join AFC Elite Club Coaches’ Forum in Shanghai
Asia’s top competitions – the AFC Asian Cup and the AFC Champions League – were discussed by the top coaches …
‘When Soccer Died’ documentary to raise awareness on big issues
Two local filmmakers have come together in a bid to shine a light on the problems facing Australia soccer.
Football NSW and CORE Community Services deliver successful ALDI MiniRoos Settlement Program
The recently established ALDI MiniRoos Settlement Program, organised by Football NSW together with CORE Community Services has become quite the …
How to combat jet-lag after long-distance during the FFA Cup campaign
With the FFA Cup underway, jet-lag is often the problem for soccer clubs and executive teams to deal with, as …
Football Queensland announce reform at junior level, what impact does it have?
Football Queensland have announced comprehensive reformat junior level for 2020 as they will commence with the de-coupling of the Football Queensland Premier League (FQPL) and the National Premier Leagues (NPL) Queensland junior and senior age groups.
AFC Dream Asia Awards 2019 nominees announced
On Monday, the AFC announced that its nominees for the 2019 AFC Dream Asia Awards were announced.
Football Queensland introduce sweeping changes to NPLW
Football Queensland introduce sweeping changes to NPLW making available up to three new National Premier Leagues Women’s (NPLW) Queensland licences …
Filopoulos to establish Football Victoria History Committee
Peter Filopoulos has announced the establishing of the Football Victoria History Committee to oversee and celebrate the past of Victorian …
Football Victoria’s first leading female refferee to join A-League panel
One of Football Victoria’s leading female referee has had the opportunity to join the A-League Referees Panel for the upcoming …
Melbourne Victory academy plan in Footscray rejected by council
Reports emerged on Wednesday that A-League club Melbourne Victory had plans for a Footscray Park academy rejected by the local …
Victorian NPLW gets a revamp – What does it mean for your club?
Looking ahead to 2020, Football Victoria have announced big changes to the way the NPLW competition will be structured.
FFA form committee to consult on National Second Division
On Monday, the FFA announced they had convened a broad cross section of the football community to join the first …
Hybrid Pitch Brings New Life To Sporting Field
In a first for Sutherland Shire, Harrie Dening Football Centre at Kareela is trialling a new hybrid turf that will …
Football Queensland CEO Richard Griffiths in unanticipated departure
Football Queensland is on the search for a new CEO after the unanticipated exit of Richard Griffiths, just a month …
Australian referee Jarred Gillett to officiate in Premier League
32 year old Australian referee Jarred Gillett is set to officiate in a Premier League fixture this upcoming weekend.
FFA independent review of national teams – what are the implications?
Football Federation Australia (FFA) have announced they will address the way the Australian national teams are managed, by progressing with …
Football Victoria looking to grow women’s football into the future
In a statement released on Monday, Football Victoria released a new report into the structure of Women and Girls’ football …
Football Victoria set to benefit Dockerty Cup Final move in Ballarat
It’s the most historic and long-lasting soccer competition in Victoria, but the Dockerty Cup Final in 2020 will pave the …
FFA Referees boss Ben Wilson resigns
After 7 years as the FFA Director of Referees, Ben Wilson has resigned from his position to pursue a new …
How grass roots clubs can better manage their sporting apparel, and it works.
Appearance is everything for sporting clubs, and managing your kit goes a long way to how you present yourself as …
Football Victoria set to change NPL junior boys for 2020
Football Victoria, in a media release earlier this week, have announced that next year, the Junior Boys NPLVIC will be …
Filopoulos adds new Values to lead Football Victoria
The official launch of Football Victoria’s new set of core values is a clear indicator about what they’re all about.
Adelaide to not participate in 2023 Women’s World Cup bid
In news out of South Australia this morning, the Advertiser is reporting that the city of Adelaide will not be …
Under Armour and Sydney FC forge an exciting new partnership and the kit looks impressive
Football kit is big business. With hundreds of millions of units sold each and every year, it is no wonder …
FFA Cup returns to put local clubs back in the spotlight
The sixth edition of the FFA Cup will again showcase some of the best talents from around Australia’s National Premier …
Football NSW unveil new logo
The brand for Football NSW has been given a revamp, as a new logo design will take the member federation …
Child safeguarding programme and toolkit launched by FIFA
A new initiative created by FIFA has been put in place to help protect all children involved in the game, …
FFA chief executive David Gallop quits
David Gallop will quit his job as Football Federation Australia’s chief executive at the end of the year.
Football Victoria to celebrate first ever Indigenous Round
Round 21 of NPL Victoria will be the inaugural Indigenous Round between July 12 and 15. All clubs and competitions …
Football Victoria to roll out new app to stamp out abuse towards referees
As from next week, Football Victoria will be rolling out an Australian-first technology scheme to allow soccer referees to blow …
New Leagues Working Group reaches in-principle agreement on recommendations for a New Era for football in Australia
In a statement released on Monday, the New Leagues Working Group (NLWG for short) has reached a consensus on what …
Let’s Light Up Football provides key funding
There’s not long left to go for Football NSW clubs to apply for funding as part of the Let’s Light …
Football Victoria short-lists bidders for national Home of the Matildas
In a statement made this week, Football Victoria announced the short list of bidders to secure the rights to be …
FFA announce plan to introduce ‘B-League’ by 2021
Today, the FFA and chairman Chris Nikou announced a discussion paper that entails the plan to bring in a second …
SportAus release new Trans and Gender Diverse Inclusion guidelines
Yesterday, Sport Australia released a 50+ page booklet detailing new guidelines for trans and gender diversity inclusion in sport, with …
Football Victoria provides update on FootbALLways
In a recent release from Football Victoria, president Kimon Taliadoros provided an update on the new long term, strategic plan …
Does the A-League rely too heavily on recycled players?
For years now, we’ve seen the same players jump from club to club in a bid to revitalise their careers. …
Second division edging closer to fruition
It’s been gaining momentum for months, but a second division in Australia is in its planning stages and could be …
Victorian government to invest $22 million into state football facilities
This week, Football Victoria announced that the state government will be investing nearly $22 million into footballing facilities across the …
Boost for grassroots in Victoria
Daniel Andrews and the Victorian Government has committed to rectifying the lack of resources at grassroots level. The $21.6 million …
Matildas extend key partnership
Football Federation Australia (FFA) has agreed to extend their partnership with Westfield as the leading sponsor for the Australian women’s …
Rule changes: What you need to know
The world game is set for an almighty shake up, with some new rule changes set to take place in …
Officiating in Australian soccer – Where does it sit?
Imagine this. Your team has worked their entire season to reach the Grand Final. They’ve trained the house down and …
Mic’d up referees give a valuable insight
Being a referee is a tough gig. There’s pressure on each decision, screaming fans roaring over every call and constant …
Respect the Game campaign raising awareness
Football Victoria has created the ‘Respect the Game’ campaign that aims to develop good habits of player and spectator behaviour …
Every football match must take place somewhere
Whether it’s a local park that consists of 90% mud or the hallowed turf of Wembley Stadium, all matches have …
New home for Matildas planned
Melbourne could be the new home for the Australian women’s national team with a bold initiative by Football Victoria getting …
Participation numbers on the rise
A new report by Football Federation Australia (FFA) has revealed that in 2018 there’s been substantial national growth for the …