The Australian Sports Fundraising Foundation (ASF) has been consistently supporting initiatives and ways for clubs to elevate their fundraising capabilities …
FCA hosts elite GK workshop with world-class coach Eric Steele
Don’t miss FCA’s exclusive GK workshop with legendary coach Eric Steele—learn from the best!
Melbourne should have been apart of Women’s Asia Cup 2026
The AFC will ratify Perth, Sydney and the Gold Coast as hosts of the Women’s Asia Cup 2026. Here’s why Melbourne’s exclusion is a travesty!
Dartfish: Continuing to drive the cutting edge of sports analysis
Dartfish Continues to Lead Sports Analysis Across the World – What Do They Offer?
Wellington Phoenix Second Assistant and Head Analyst Jordan Manning: “l want to be the best that l can be and reach the highest level that l can”
Unbelievable Rise: Meet Jordan Manning, the Ambitious Australian Coach Ready to Revolutionise Wellington Phoenix!
FIFA’s Talent Development Scheme on track to meet target
The Talent Development Scheme has shown major progress with the addition of 14 new talent coaches. This project was confirmed …
PFA’s Rita Mankowska underscores the Player Development Program’s importance
The PFA has recently released their 2024 annual Player Development Program (PDP) report highlighting their achievements in supporting players as …
Scott Miller: From coaching to spearheading Gen AI sports technology at iReel
Following a distinguished coaching career that included reaching the heights of the Premier League, Scott Miller is now embracing the …
Stan Lazaridis – Taking Perth Back to the Glory Days
In March 2024, Perth Glory made a significant personnel decision by appointing former Socceroo great, Stan Lazaridis, as its Football …
Adelaide United introduces Girls Only Junior Development Program
Adelaide United confirm the launch of their Girls Only Junior Development Program which enhances the clubs commitment to nurturing young …
AC Milan introduce new maternity policy to help female players
AC Milan has confirmed they will implement a new maternity policy for its female players and staff, which will ensure …
Sydney FC’s vision to expand its influence in Asia through coaching
Sydney FC is currently on a mission to expand its influence across Asia, with a dedicated focus on nurturing young …
Melbourne Knights confirm innovative alliance with ProTrainUp
Melbourne Knights Football Club has confirmed a new partnership with leading football management software company, ProTrainUp. This collaboration is set …
George Katsakis: Back in his element
George Katsakis’ 38-year coaching resume places him as one of NPL Victoria’s all-time greats. From his playing career into the …
Global Institute of Sport and former Newcastle United defender Steven Taylor launch ‘study and play’ academy in Dubai
Global Institute of Sport (GIS) has announced an expansion into the Middle East by partnering with leading football performance specialists …
Adelaide United confirm PSV legend as Technical Director
Adelaide United confirmed that PSV legend and former Dutch international Ernest Faber will become the club’s Technical Director. This announcement …
White City SC to continue supporting its esteemed youth system
White City Soccer Club are a Serbian Australian community football entity based in south-west Sydney that is a successful recipient …
Volunteers valued throughout nationwide week in their honour
Volunteers are the backbone of sports clubs across the nation, within the lifespan of a successful club, volunteers throughout generations …
How the J.League rose from 10 clubs to 60 across Japan’s islands
Starting as a modest 10-team league, the J.League has expanded into a formidable three-tiered structure, boasting 60 professional clubs spread …
Lumosa: Illuminating the world game through LED lighting
Lumosa are a British based technology company that provide comprehensive LED lighting to a vast variety of sporting codes on …
Peter Tsekenis, Peter Papoythis and Manny Spanoudakis: Marconi’s three wise men
It’s rare to witness longevity in Australian football coaching staff.
New women’s cup competition set to drive participation in Sydney
Australia’s hosting of the FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2023 has exercised a tremendous influence upon female football within the …
Playermaker: Innovation of data tracking technology
Playermaker is the world’s only foot-worn data tracking device that allows coaches to gather real-time data from each individual player …
Adelaide United secure landmark deal with PSV Eindhoven
Adelaide United have confirmed an ambitious strategic partnership with PSV Eindhoven that will help both clubs engage in a mutually …
Play Our Way grant available until end of April in 2024
Following the respective successes of both the CommBank Matilda’s performance and Australia’s hosting abilities of the 2023 Women’s FIFA World …
Eyeball: Changing the foundation of scouting
The very foundation of scouting has changed forever. Eyeball is an Artificial intelligence (AI) powered product designed to assist footballing …
The story of Kamal Ibrahim: An inspiration to young migrants
The founder of One Ball, Kamal Ibrahim, understands that football is a beacon of light for him and the people that …
Local Sporting Champions grant available for competitors aged 12-18
Local Sporting Champions (LSC) is an Australian Government initiative designed to provide financial assistance for coaches, officials and competitors aged …
Ross Reserve Athletics set for practical completion
SPORTENG, in collaboration with the City of Greater Dandenong Council, confirmed that Ross Reserve Athletics is set for practical completion …
FA Wales takes action with Facility & Investment Vision
The Football Association of Wales (FAW), in collaboration with the Cymru Football Foundation (CFF), released the Facility and Investment Vision …
Alpha Group equipping Brisbane Roar in 2024
Brisbane Roar’s deal with sports equipment provider Alpha Group is giving players and staff access to the latest range of …
Heather Garriock: Acting for the good of the game
Heather Garriock, the former Matildas midfielder, is the proud holder of 130 Caps for her country and as she looks …
Sporting codes unite to give ‘red card’ to online abuse in sport
Football institutions across Australia are demonstrating its unequivocal support for Australia’s independent regulator for online safety, eSafety. The program rolls …
Sydney FC running valuable student programs across local schools
Sydney FC are teaming up with Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) to increase support for young footballers both on and off …
Nike Pacific Brand Director Nick Atkinson: “We have so much equity and history to elevate women’s sport”
Before becoming Brand Director of Nike Pacific – an organisation he’s been part of since 2015 – Nick Atkinson knew …
Melbourne City FC and Tarneit United to promote grassroots growth
Melbourne City FC announced that Tarneit United Soccer Club are a Macca’s City Clubs Platinum Partner for the current 2023/24 …
National Women’s Soccer League score big with record-breaking domestic TV rights deal
The National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) have secured a four-year, $240 million USD ($324 million AUD) domestic broadcast deal with …
Primeland Group-led consortium confirmed as new owners of Perth Glory
The Australian Professional Leagues (APL) has today confirmed that a Primeland Group-led consortium is the new owner of Perth Glory …
Coomera FC to benefit from multi-million dollar facility upgrades
Coomera FC will have their clubhouse and fields upgraded next year, with the multi-million dollar operation set to be completed …
TK Shutter Reserve transformation commences
NPL South Australia club MetroStars have announced the commencement of a facility upgrade at their home ground, TK Shutter Reserve. …
Adelaide United commits to supporting next generation talent
Adelaide United has confirmed the launch of a new junior development program, set to start in October 2023. The new …
PlayerStat Data the ideal solution for tracking performance
In the digital age, with clubs and athletes alike looking for any which way they can improve their performance on …
Morley Windmills SC undergoes transformative changes amidst controversy
In a significant upheaval that has sent shockwaves through the football community, Morley Windmills Soccer Club is undergoing a radical …
Expressions of interest open for upcoming AFC Level 1 Futsal Coaching Course
Football Victoria and Capital Football are taking expressions of interest (EOI) for their upcoming AFC Level 1 Futsal Coaching course. …
Psychologist Christopher Shen: How the Matildas will achieve greatness
The FIFA Women’s World Cup has got off to a great start, where it is fantastic to see the Australian …
It’s time for Craig Johnston
Since 2017, after spending many years in the U.S.A., Craig Johnston – our most decorated footballer with eight medals from …
Mariners Academy builds unique development pathway with Upper 90
The Central Coast Mariners Academy and Upper 90 have entered a ground-breaking relationship that designates Upper 90 as the Central …
Barry Maney Group to propel growth for Limestone Coast Premier League
In an exciting development for South Australian football fans, the Barry Maney Group has entered into a naming rights partnership …
Anthony Di Pietro retires as Melbourne Victory Chairman
Anthony Di Pietro has announced that he is retiring as the Chairman of Melbourne Victory FC, following the completion of …
Game Changer star awarded to Valentine Eleebana FC of NNSWF
Valentine Eleebana FC is the first Northern NSW Football club to gain one star and be officially recognised in the …
Jeff Olver – the perfect role model
It was his former Heidelberg and Socceroo team-mate, Charlie Yankos, who commended Jeff Olver as one of the most dedicated …
Balga SC release book called ‘Together’
Balga Soccer Club of Western Australia’s State League Two has put out a book in which the club’s culturally diverse …
A testimony to my friend Awer Mabil – by Mike Conway
“What is the purpose of life? After much consideration, I believe that the purpose of life is to find happiness” …
A ‘bold move’ or a total ‘misreading of the room’? Analysing the APL’s Grand Final announcement
Following the return of the A-League Men’s season, the Australian Professional Leagues – the sporting body which represents and administers …
Ernie Merrick confirmed as a keynote speaker for 2022 NNSWF Coaching Conference
Ernie Merrick has been confirmed as a keynote speaker for the 2022 Northern NSW Football Coaching Conference, to take place …
Brisbane Roar’s stagnation has dragged on for too long
Australian football experienced a shock to the system on Tuesday evening when A-Leagues side Brisbane Roar announced the abrupt dismissal …
Central Coast Mariners CEO Shaun Mielekamp: “We’ve come through a long-term strategy and have done the hard years”
For years now, the Central Coast Mariners have been deftly proving themselves against sides backed by significantly larger budgets in …
The A-Leagues must make up for lost time in season 2022-23
This upcoming A-Leagues season is without a doubt the most significant in its 18-year history. It’s been said countless times …
APL reveals ground-breaking A-Leagues documentary series
A revolutionary new documentary series covering the ins and outs of the A-Leagues week-to-week has been announced by the Australian …
Con Boutsianis: “The nation is not going to get better by just playing more games”
South Melbourne icon Con Boutsianis is steadfast in his view that issues in Australian football’s much-debated talent pathways are rooted …
Ante Juric: “Be genuine and true to yourself and don’t try to be a Joe Blow”
“Be genuine and true to yourself, don’t try to be Joe Blow or whoever because people can see through that, …
Paramount+ to release Sky Blue: Inside Sydney FC documentary
Paramount+ will debut the first of its locally produced sporting documentaries on Friday, 30 September, bringing Australian subscribers a four-part …
FIFA Technical Expert Karl Dodd: “We need to have a holistic approach to our development”
Karl Dodd’s proficient understanding of the nature of football on and off the pitch is unlike many others. Having undergone …
Ufuk Talay: “Never compromise your beliefs on the way the game should be played”
“Be strong in your beliefs. Don’t compromise on your playing style and philosophy and the principles of how you want …
FIFA and FIFPRO rollout social media moderation tool to stamp out online abuse
FIFA and FIFPRO, the global football player’s body, are rolling out a social media moderation tool to combat online abuse …
Southampton FC Academy Physiotherapist Tass Amiridis: “Our reputation is world-renowned”
Making the decision to move countries in order to chase your dreams is one that befalls plenty of Australian footballers. …
Kat Smith accepted into FIFA Coach Mentorship Programme
Football Australia has announced that CommBank Junior Matildas Assistant Coach and Analyst – and newly appointed Western Sydney Wanderers Head …
The Canberra United Academy and its secrets to success
2022 has been another hugely successful year for the Canberra United Academy. Graduates Alexia Karrys-Stahl and Chloe Lincoln both earned …
A-Leagues and PFA partnership with GoBubble Community aims to silence social media hate
A-Leagues and Professional Footballers Australia have announced a first-of-its-kind partnership with GoBubble Community, a discrete automated solution that hides hateful …
Made in Holland- the Patrick Zwaanswijk Way
Patrick Zwaanswijk paraded his talents in professional football as a player with Ajax Juniors, Utrecht FC, Oita Trinita, NAC Breda …
Ange Koutos calls for removal of FV Emerging from women’s NPL
The Victorian women’s National Premier League season will breathe a rejuvenated sigh of relief when it kicks off in early …
Player agent Carlos Ribeiro: “Top A-League academy players should be looking abroad”
Carlos Ribeiro is a name that may be unfamiliar to Australian footballing circles, but the former player turned agent has …
INSPIRE FC announce 2022 Grassroots Coaching Conference
INSPIRE FC have announced their Grassroots Coaching Conference for 2022. INSPIRE FC was established by the Northern Suburbs Football Association …
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 …
RTC Group NNSWF Talented Indigenous Scholarship recipients announced
Northern NSW Football have announced the inaugural recipients of its RTC Group NNSWF Talented Indigenous Scholarships.
Joe Spiteri: “If you have players dribbling a lot in our curriculum, it seems they are being coached out of it”
Joe Spiteri is a name well known around Australian football circles and for good reason. The former Australian international gritted …
One-on-one with Ex-Premier League Player and Melbourne Victory Goalkeeping Coach Steve Mautone
Speaking with Soccerscene, the former West Ham goalkeeper opens up on his playing career in Australia and England, his coaching …
Melbourne City Academy Head Coach Anthony Frost on player development and pathways
Anthony Frost is a Qualified A/B/C License Instructor with expertise in player development, and is the Head Coach of the Melbourne City FC Academy.
Carlos Salvachúa: “Playing without promotion and relegation is a big problem”
Carlos Salvachúa was Victory assistant coach under Kevin Muscat, before taking over as caretaker manager. He has coached professionally in Spain and Belgium, including six years at the Real Madrid academy, overseeing the development of the club’s rising stars.
Sydney FC links with SEDA to run Sport & Business Program
Sydney FC are now accepting applications for the Sport & Business Program, with a dual-diploma to match.
Gold Coast United Chairman Danny Maher: “We are chomping at the bit to get back into the A-League”
Danny Maher is the current Chairman of Gold Coast United FC and is leading the charge to bring a Gold …
Central Coast Mariners Head Coach Nick Montgomery: “I really want to be a leader now of this club moving forward”
As a captain of both Sheffield United and the Central Coast Mariners throughout his career, one would be hard-pressed to …
Western United CEO Chris Pehlivanis: “The biggest challenge we have in our game is infrastructure”
Western United have had a tumultuous start to life in the A-League. After weathering the start of the pandemic, Chief …
Construction begins for Melbourne City’s South East Melbourne home
Following a historic inaugural A-League championship and premiership double, Melbourne City have confirmed that construction has begun on the brand-new …
Regional NSW clubs gain over $1 million in funding
Over $1 million in funding has been delivered to regional venues, with Round 1 of the NSW Government’s Regional Sport …
Greater Sydney clubs receive $10 million for infrastructure upgrades
Football clubs in Greater Sydney have a share of $10 million in funding, as part of Round 1 of the …
Liverpool International Academy launches in Sydney
Liverpool International Academy has launched in Sydney with free holiday clinics throughout June and July to supplement player development and …
Q&A with Heidelberg United Technical Director Daniel Girardi
Daniel Girardi is the current technical director at Heidelberg United FC. He has previously worked at various clubs across Australian …
Date set for ABF4ALL Coaching Certificate session
Albert Park’s Synthetic Football Field will play host for Australian Blind Football’s ABF4ALL Coaching Certificate session, taking place between 10am …
One-on-one with John Aloisi: “I want to coach again”
Socceroos legend John Aloisi has declared he wants to coach again “sooner rather than later”, hoping to get that opportunity …
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 …
Heidelberg United FC implements interactive training system, SmartGoals
While physical performance has always been gauged using GPS monitoring, time trials and strength testing, technical attributes have traditionally been …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Caroline Springs George Cross FC: A historic club reborn and revitalised
Relocating from a traditional home will usually mark the start of a new era for a football club. Modern facilities …
ElClasico: La Liga’s world-class event
The crowd roars as the ball comes to Lionel Messi, he takes a shot at goal, but it’s blocked by …
Doug Hodgson: The ‘forgotten Aussie’ and the importance of a mature transfer system
Although they embody far more, at their very core, every football club is essentially a business entity. Countless variables makeup …
Life in the A-League bubble; Soccerscene exclusive with Western United’s Steven Lustica
When Steven Lustica signed on to join Western United in early 2020, little did he know that the world was …
FFA makes clever choice with Gustavsson appointment
Football Federation Australia announced the appointment of Tony Gustavsson on Tuesday night, as head coach of the Matildas for the …
Two-time Women’s World Cup winner Tony Gustavsson to lead Matildas
FFA has tonight announced Tony Gustavsson has been appointed as the 14th Head Coach of the Westfield Matildas.
WA clubs to receive critical mental health support
Football clubs in Western Australia will be able to access a free support program for members who are struggling with …
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Frank Farina: We must find a way to increase investment in youth development
Frank Farina’s Comeback – For the Love of the Game. They say you can’t keep a good man down and …
Preston Lions FC: A sleeping giant is awoken with new $3 million grant
With one of Australia’s most passionate fanbases and a history of on-field success, it seems inconceivable that less than a …
AFF Suzuki Cup postponed due to COVID-19
The ASEAN Football Federation has announced the postponement of the AFF Suzuki Cup due to COVID-19. The tournament was set …
Robert Cavallucci: “We are no longer going to accept playing second fiddle to other sports”
With the COVID-19 restrictions easing in Queensland, CEO of Football Queensland Robert Cavallucci is travelling the state to conduct club …
Do the Matildas need a female coach?
With the recent decision by former Matildas coach Ante Milicic to move into the head coaching role at A-League club …
Katholos and Spanoudakis – Players who know best
In this age of uncertainty, Australian football faces great challenges to maintain prosperity in the professional sporting environment. The decision …
Heidelberg United: Modernising youth development with SoccerPLAY
At all levels of the game technology is having a profound impact on football. While spectators focus largely on tools …
New South Wales NPL clubs share Victorian counterparts’ fears of recommencement
Despite the existence of a desperate desire to see training resume for footballers across New South Wales, such a move …