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.
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.
The club, based in Caroline Springs, Melbourne, updated fans with a sneak-peek into the newly revamped Taylor’s Hill Recreation Reserve. …
German-born executive, Martin Kugeler, shaped by Europe’s football culture and based in Australia since 2009, will step in as Football …
It was announced on Monday this week that the Central Coast Mariners will be temporarily managed by the APL Board …
There is no question that the Championship felt special, because for the first time in a long time semi-professional football felt properly connected to the national game, and you could see that in the way players approached it, in the way supporters travelled, and in the way club volunteers kept showing up even when they were clearly running on fumes, because it finally felt like the work they do every week mattered on a bigger stage.
Recently published, the report collected data through PFA end of season surveys, post-match surveys and fan focus groups to gain a comprehensive understanding of player and fan experiences.
The move comes after engaging with regional clubs and volunteers in the 2023-24 Regional Football Review, the results of which helped to form a new model aimed at improving support for clubs, streamlining administration, and making Victorian football more connected going forward.
From weekend volunteers to local families, football thrives because of the people who dedicate their time energy and passion to the game. Yet I also see the rising pressures on clubs and families. Increasing registration fees facility costs and operational expenses threaten the very accessibility that makes our sport special.
Following the Annual General Meeting (AGM) held yesterday by Professional Footballers Australia (PFA), a new three-year Strategic Framework has been agreed. The framework will seek to outline the key steps which must be taken to develop and sustain the men’s and women’s professional game in Australia.
In an agreement made last Friday, the current Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) will make way for two new systems – Squad Cost Ratio (SCR) and Sustainability and Systemic Resilience (SSR) – designed to provide a clearer framework and support the financial future of Premier League clubs.
Fans travelling to the United States for the FIFA World Cup 2026 will now be eligible for the FIFA Priority Appointment Scheduling System (FIFA PASS). The agreement will grant ticket holders access to priority Visa appointments, ensuring safe travel to the games due to take place across the USA, Mexico and Canada.
The Victorian State Government has announced the renewal of the Sporting Club Grants Program for 2025-26, delivering another boost for …
Big Blue Marble is rapidly emerging as a leading partner for sports leagues, clubs, and federations looking to deliver high-quality …
Campbelltown City SC has taken a major step in football innovation with an expanded partnership with Veo technology, the AI-powered …
Football NSW has confirmed that the 2026 Club Development Conference will take place at Valentine Sports Park on Saturday, 7 …
The Weston Bears Park upgrade will deliver modern, accessible facilities for football players, spectators, and the local community in Newcastle. …
Professional Footballers Australia (PFA) has partnered with MoleMap to offer full-body skin checks for the Socceroos, Matildas, A-League players, and …
Australian football is growing fast. Crowds are bigger, clubs are modernising, and communities are reconnecting with the game. However, football …
Bentleigh Greens has announced a new major sponsorship deal with Abcor for the 2026 season, marking a significant partnership between …
Bayern Munich has achieved record revenue for the 2024/25 financial year, with turnover climbing 2.8 per cent to €978.3 million (US$1.13 billion). This milestone …
The 2025 Football Queensland Convention was more than just a gathering. It was a statement about what football in Australia …
Football’s biggest wins don’t always happen on the pitch. Often, they start in boardrooms, local clubs, and community halls, anywhere …
Victorian football disruption is changing the landscape of the game. Crowds are growing, clubs are modernising, and communities are reconnecting …
Macarthur Bulls FC has announced a new partnership with leading car and truck rental company SIXT, which will join the …
Stress fractures (or hairline fractures) occur when the bone is being overused, leading to the body being unable to repair the hard tissue over a period of time, resulting in a break in the bone.
The institute will offer three nationally recognised diplomas: the Diploma of Sport, the Diploma of Event Management, and the Diploma of Leadership and Management.
Under the deal, Emirates secures a broad range of branding, hospitality, and marketing rights, further expanding its global sports sponsorship portfolio and reinforcing its connection to elite football audiences.
Soccerscene is proud to announce a new formal media partnership with Majestri, a leading Australian-built platform dedicated to simplifying and enhancing grassroots football club administration.
Toowoomba Grammar School (TGS) has enjoyed strong success this season, not only through its on-field performances but also via the …
“It was and continues to be a tremendous honour” – NSW Chairman Gilbert Lorquet reflects on his role
In Far North Queensland, Redlynch Strikers United FC is doing more than producing talented footballers – it’s creating a safe, …
Six years ago, Banyule City Soccer Club had big ambitions and a whole lot of challenges. Taking the reins during …
Learn about what was discussed in the AFC’s Principles of Clean Sport seminar!
In episode three of Soccerscene’s Off the Pitch podcast, Football Coaches Australia (FCA) President and former Socceroo and NSL star …
Discover the highlights from the recent AFC Coach Education Panel Meeting!
Discover how the OFC and UN Women are tackling gender equality across the Pacific.
The Premier League’s regulatory framework has suffered a significant blow from Manchester City after a tribunal ruled that the original …
John Paraskevas is the founder of Faraday West – a leading specialised lender for the self-employed. As Australia faces uncertainly …
The Asian Football Confederation’s latest anti-doping webinar aimed to educate Member Associations about the AFC Anti-Doping Activities and Monitoring System. What is it and how will it modernise Asian anti-doping practices?
The AFC has hosted the AFC Regional Associations Workshop for the first time since 2019! Here’s what happened!
Major Power Move: Asian Football Confederation Teams Up with Asian International Arbitration Centre in Groundbreaking Deal!
Big Changes Coming! New National Second Tier Set to Shake Up the League in 2025!
Unlock Your Child’s Athletic Potential: Queensland’s Game-Changing Grants for Local Clubs and Elite Athletes
Football Australia has confirmed that Paramount Australia, the parent company of Network 10 and Paramount+, will be the official broadcaster …
John Tsatsimas, Chief Executive Officer of Football New South Wales, experienced the joys of football at an early age when …
Football NSW has worked through their 2024 Player Development Review and used it as a guide to improve its women’s …
Atletico Madrid has ambitious growth plans involving numerous infrastructure and technology projects designed to establish them as one of football’s …
In Stuttgart, UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin met with David Terrier, President of FIFPRO Europe, and members of the FIFPRO Europe …
LALIGA’s Academy Plan, which was introduced in 2023, has grown 30% from the previous year and where clubs had already …
Grassroots football clubs and associations have a new free and interactive platform to comply with the 11 Victorian Child Safe …
The FIFA Master Alumni International Sports Conference was hosted in Doha, bringing together over 40 alumni who are involved in …
In a season built around rejuvenation, the in-house produced A-Leagues All Access has led the way for the Australian Professional …
European commercial sports development company, A22 Sports Management, has assigned Bernd Reichart as its CEO. As an experienced media and …
Can we afford to turn the lights on? That is the question many football clubs across the UK are asking …
A new global partnership designed to take Australian football coaches and analysts to a new level of excellence was jointly …
Historic National Premier Leagues Victoria side Port Melbourne Sharks have seen their successful application to be a training venue host …
In a landmark partnership between Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE), Football Coaches Australia (FCA) and XVenture, young people can …
When Marshall Soper, the former Socceroo great, witnessed the demise of Harry Souttar with his ACL injury in the recent …
