Queensland Football Convention 2025: Evolving the Game

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Football Queensland has announced the revival of the Queensland Football Convention, aimed to take place on Saturday, 25 October and Sunday, 26 October at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition centre, with early bird tickets available now.

Building on the success of its first event, the 2025 Queensland Football Convention will provide a unique opportunity for clubs, coaches, participants, and industry professionals from across Queensland to take part in insightful discussions, collaborate on key issues, and drive football’s continued growth in Queensland – all under the theme of ‘Elevate the Debate’.

Football Queensland CEO Robert Cavallucci expresses excitement for the future of the event.

“The inaugural Queensland Football Convention last year was a historic moment for our game, bringing together hundreds of industry leaders, global experts, and passionate members of our football community to drive the key discussions that will continue to shape our future,” he said via press release.

“The positive engagement and feedback we received from last year’s event showcased the commitment of Queensland’s football community, with clubs and individuals across the state eager to collaborate and hear from those at the top of their fields.

“As football continues to evolve, this year’s convention is a chance to come together, share ideas, and engage with experts as we reimagine the game’s future, using our convention pillars of Technology, Sustainability, and Growth to guide us in driving innovation and progress across all facets of our game.”

Across the two days, attendees will engage in thought-provoking talks, expert-led panels, and hands-on workshops covering a range of crucial topics in football, including development, talent identification, governance, and more.

The convention will also again host two major social events – the Cocktail Networking Evening and the Queensland Football Gala, as we continue to recognise and celebrate those making a difference in the game across Queensland.

“Whether you’re a Technical Director, Club President, a group of coaches, officials, or passionate administrators and participants, this event is a valuable opportunity to learn from the best and build networks that will help benefit your club, your organisation and the game as whole,” he said via press release.

Early bird tickets are now on sale for a limited time, providing discounts on convention tickets and event packages that include access to the 2025 Queensland Football Gala and the Cocktail Networking Party.

Stay up to date with event updates, announcements and news with the lead up to the Convention in October by following FQ’s social channels.

To secure tickets now for the 2025 Queensland Football Convention, click here.

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A-League Reaches Historic Goal Milestone as Viewership Surges

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A-League reach scoring and viewership record
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Just this week the Isuzu UTE A-League has announced it has reached the 500-goal mark in record time this season in line with another recent report of another increase of viewership for the a-league.

Highlighting an exciting period of growth for the competition both on and off the pitch.

Western Sydney Wanderers defender Alex Gersbach’s strike against Western United on Sunday became the 500th goal of the 2024-25 campaign.

The milestone was achieved after just 150 matches, making it the fastest the league has ever reached this tally, surpassing last season’s record of 152 matches.

The current season’s goal-scoring rate dramatically outpaces historical comparisons.

During the 2000-01 National Soccer League season, it took 159 games to reach 150 goals, while the 1996-97 campaign required 161 matches. The 2022-23 season needed 163 games to hit similar numbers.

This scoring record was presented the same time as the encouraging news on the viewership front.

The A-Leagues reporting an 11% increase to last season in total viewership audience for 10+ and 10 Play according to recent data shared by the competition.

The league viewership currently sits at 3.96 million nationally and is expected to hit 4 million people at the end of the season.

This is a record increase of viewership and shows the popularity of the sport in a very saturated sporting market.

The twin developments of record-setting goal production and increased viewership point to a positive trajectory for Australian football and its ability to be an enjoyable an action-packed season for audiences.

The growth of the viewership should be built upon in coming seasons and proves that the league is continuing to grow traction.

One must point out if there is a connection between the number of goals and the rise in viewership.

The spread of goals however points towards not a league with huge differing quality of teams.

Another point to highlight, is that viewership is high is also being backed up by the active support at the grounds.

Big matches such as the Sydney Derby has brought in huge numbers, however, it will be at the end of the season if we see an all -round rise in ground attendance.

With this year also capping of the largest increase in transfer revenue and playing minutes for under 23 players.

These results points towards a wealth of quality players who can excite the league and develop its quality.

Also, with this comes the opportunity for increased transfer opportunities, revenue streams and sponsorship deals.

The potential for this league and its increasing popularity is something that needs to be supported and developed in the coming seasons.

AS Monaco Signs Five-Year Deal with Mizuno for 2025/26 Season

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AS Monaco has entered a new five-year partnership with Mizuno, a Japanese sportswear manufacturer, that will become the club’s official technical equipment partner across all teams beginning 1 July 2025.

The agreement marks Mizuno’s first entry into Ligue 1 as a technical sponsor, continuing its strategic push into European football markets, where it already has a presence in Germany’s Bundesliga and Italy’s Serie A.

Comprehensive Supply and Distribution for AS Monaco and Mizuno

As part of the deal, Mizuno will supply match kits, training gear, and off-field apparel for all levels of the club. The partnership will also see the launch of premium merchandise lines, including lifestyle pieces and exclusive collections that combine Mizuno’s design philosophy with AS Monaco’s visual identity.

The collections will be available through Mizuno’s global retail network, helping the club connect with its growing international fan base, now exceeding 26 million social media followers.

For Mizuno, this partnership reinforces its long-term aim to re-establish its football brand presence across Europe by collaborating with historic, performance-focused clubs. The AS Monaco deal expands its footprint in France and strengthens its presence across multiple leagues.

Executive Insights: Looking Ahead to the 2025/26 Season

Mizuno EMEA Head of Sports, Mark Kaiway, highlighted the importance of the collaboration for brand growth and long-term positioning.

“We are thrilled and deeply honoured to announce our partnership with AS Monaco. At Mizuno, we are committed to delivering high-performance gear that empowers athletes to reach their full potential,” he said via press release.

“This collaboration represents a shared passion for excellence and we look forward to supporting AS Monaco as they continue to inspire fans around the world.”

AS Monaco CEO, Thiago Scuro, referred to the agreement as a key step in the club’s commercial development.

“We are proud of this future collaboration with Mizuno, an extremely innovative and creative brand with a unique history in football,” he said via press release.

“This partnership marks a new stage in the development of AS Monaco, and we are convinced that Mizuno will be able to support our aspirations and ambition.”

Both executives emphasised the partnership’s potential to extend beyond kit supply, exploring co-branded storytelling, fan engagement, and long-term retail initiatives.

Mizuno will begin supplying match and training kits to AS Monaco for the 2025/26 season, with the official unveiling of the new designs scheduled for the summer of 2025.

This collaboration includes support for the club’s academy system and association-level teams, reflecting a full-service technical sponsorship.

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