German-born executive, Martin Kugeler, shaped by Europe’s football culture and based in Australia since 2009, will step in as Football …
Central Coast Mariners enter into liquidation after financial troubles
It was announced on Monday this week that the Central Coast Mariners will be temporarily managed by the APL Board …
A National Stage Built on Local Sacrifice
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.
PFA Reveals Findings from 2024-25 A-League Men Report
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.
Football Victoria Begins New Era under Unified Structure
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.
CEO OPINION
Meaningful Sponsorship: A Smarter Way to Drive Down Football Club Costs
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.
Insights into the PFA’s Strategic Framework 2025-28
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.
Premier League Clubs Agree on New Financial Rules
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.
Prioritised Visa Appointments Available for World Cup 2026
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.
Victorian Government Renews $10,000 Sporting Club Grants to Power Grassroots Sport in 2025-26
The Victorian State Government has announced the renewal of the Sporting Club Grants Program for 2025-26, delivering another boost for …
Big Blue Marble: Delivering Broadcast-Grade Streaming to Sports Organisations Worldwide
Big Blue Marble is rapidly emerging as a leading partner for sports leagues, clubs, and federations looking to deliver high-quality …
Inside the Tech Revolution: How Veo Is Powering Campbelltown City SC’s Rise
Campbelltown City SC has taken a major step in football innovation with an expanded partnership with Veo technology, the AI-powered …
Game-Changer Ahead: Football NSW Unveils 2026 Club Development Conference
Football NSW has confirmed that the 2026 Club Development Conference will take place at Valentine Sports Park on Saturday, 7 …
Weston Bears Park to Transform into a State-of-the-Art Sports Hub
The Weston Bears Park upgrade will deliver modern, accessible facilities for football players, spectators, and the local community in Newcastle. …
PFA and MoleMap Join Forces to Fight Skin Cancer in Football
Professional Footballers Australia (PFA) has partnered with MoleMap to offer full-body skin checks for the Socceroos, Matildas, A-League players, and …
CEO OPINION
It’s Time for Football Administrators to Lead: CPD and Membership Standards Can’t Wait
Australian football is growing fast. Crowds are bigger, clubs are modernising, and communities are reconnecting with the game. However, football …
Bentleigh Greens Secures Abcor as Major Sponsor for 2026 Season
Bentleigh Greens has announced a new major sponsorship deal with Abcor for the 2026 season, marking a significant partnership between …
Bayern Munich Posts Record Revenue in 2024/25, Continues Financial Dominance
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 …
CEO OPINION
Inside the Convention That Could Reshape Football Across Australia
The 2025 Football Queensland Convention was more than just a gathering. It was a statement about what football in Australia …
Why Building Relationships Is Football’s Most Underrated Strategy
Football’s biggest wins don’t always happen on the pitch. Often, they start in boardrooms, local clubs, and community halls, anywhere …
Victorian Football’s Revival: How Disruption Is Reawakening the Game’s Heart
Victorian football disruption is changing the landscape of the game. Crowds are growing, clubs are modernising, and communities are reconnecting …
SIXT vehicles set to join Macarthur FC
Macarthur Bulls FC has announced a new partnership with leading car and truck rental company SIXT, which will join the …
Stress Fractures: Are Hard Play Surfaces At Fault?
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.
Football Queensland Launches Institute of Business and Sport
The institute will offer three nationally recognised diplomas: the Diploma of Sport, the Diploma of Event Management, and the Diploma of Leadership and Management.
FC Bayern Munich ink a massive deal with Emirates
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 and Majestri sign a strategic media agreement
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 leading the way in referee development
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
“It was and continues to be a tremendous honour” – NSW Chairman Gilbert Lorquet reflects on his role
Redlynch Strikers United FC Leading the Way in Safeguarding and Inclusion
In Far North Queensland, Redlynch Strikers United FC is doing more than producing talented footballers – it’s creating a safe, …
Building from the Ground Up: Banyule City SC’s Ambition to Grow
Six years ago, Banyule City Soccer Club had big ambitions and a whole lot of challenges. Taking the reins during …
AFC Doping: Key Topics on Clean Sport Discussed
Learn about what was discussed in the AFC’s Principles of Clean Sport seminar!
Off the Pitch podcast: Gary Cole on Australian coaching
In episode three of Soccerscene’s Off the Pitch podcast, Football Coaches Australia (FCA) President and former Socceroo and NSL star …
AFC Coach Education Panel Meeting: Highlights and Insights
Discover the highlights from the recent AFC Coach Education Panel Meeting!
OFC UN Women Partnership for Gender Equality
Discover how the OFC and UN Women are tackling gender equality across the Pacific.
Manchester City Triumphs Legal Fight Against Premier League
The Premier League’s regulatory framework has suffered a significant blow from Manchester City after a tribunal ruled that the original …
Business Insight: Founder of Faraday West John Paraskevas on his passion for supporting the self-employed and his love of soccer
John Paraskevas is the founder of Faraday West – a leading specialised lender for the self-employed. As Australia faces uncertainly …
AFC anti-doping webinar aims to modernise practices
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?
AFC hosts first Regional Associations Workshop since 2019
The AFC has hosted the AFC Regional Associations Workshop for the first time since 2019! Here’s what happened!
AFC aligns with AIAC for improved football dispute resolution
Major Power Move: Asian Football Confederation Teams Up with Asian International Arbitration Centre in Groundbreaking Deal!
Football Australia announces new format and October 2025 start date for National Second Tier
Big Changes Coming! New National Second Tier Set to Shake Up the League in 2025!
Queensland Government grants boosts growth and affordability
Unlock Your Child’s Athletic Potential: Queensland’s Game-Changing Grants for Local Clubs and Elite Athletes
Football Australia and Paramount Australia confirm historic multi-year media rights deal
Football Australia has confirmed that Paramount Australia, the parent company of Network 10 and Paramount+, will be the official broadcaster …
John Tsatsimas – Leading the Charge at Football New South Wales
John Tsatsimas, Chief Executive Officer of Football New South Wales, experienced the joys of football at an early age when …
Football NSW updated Girls’ and Women’s Competitions
Football NSW has worked through their 2024 Player Development Review and used it as a guide to improve its women’s …
Atletico Madrid’s growing ambition for Sports City infrastructure
Atletico Madrid has ambitious growth plans involving numerous infrastructure and technology projects designed to establish them as one of football’s …
UEFA and FIFPRO Europe pledge to strengthen their collaboration
In Stuttgart, UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin met with David Terrier, President of FIFPRO Europe, and members of the FIFPRO Europe …
LALIGA’s 10-year academy plan showing early signs of success
LALIGA’s Academy Plan, which was introduced in 2023, has grown 30% from the previous year and where clubs had already …
Vicsport commence the Child Safe Online Education Program
Grassroots football clubs and associations have a new free and interactive platform to comply with the 11 Victorian Child Safe …
FIFA Master Alumni contribute to World Cup Qatar success
The FIFA Master Alumni International Sports Conference was hosted in Doha, bringing together over 40 alumni who are involved in …
APL CEO Danny Townsend on why A-Leagues All Access is giving football an edge
In a season built around rejuvenation, the in-house produced A-Leagues All Access has led the way for the Australian Professional …
A22 Sports Management appoint Bernd Reichart as CEO
European commercial sports development company, A22 Sports Management, has assigned Bernd Reichart as its CEO. As an experienced media and …
Energy crisis hits UK football – how does Australia prepare?
Can we afford to turn the lights on? That is the question many football clubs across the UK are asking …
Three-way global alliance set to take Australian football coaches and analysts to a new level
A new global partnership designed to take Australian football coaches and analysts to a new level of excellence was jointly …
Port Melbourne Sharks President Bill Romanovski: “It’s horrendous what’s happened here – the facility was selected and now it’s not”
Historic National Premier Leagues Victoria side Port Melbourne Sharks have seen their successful application to be a training venue host …
Revolutionary new partnership provides sports focused young people with credit towards bachelor’s degree
In a landmark partnership between Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE), Football Coaches Australia (FCA) and XVenture, young people can …
Marshall Soper – the Gifted Journeyman
When Marshall Soper, the former Socceroo great, witnessed the demise of Harry Souttar with his ACL injury in the recent …