SEN secures rights to audio broadcast English Premier League

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SPORTS Entertainment Network (SEN) has announced the acquisition of Australian audio broadcast rights to the English Premier League (EPL).

The EPL broadcast adds to SEN’s unparalleled football coverage, with the current stable of football content including the upcoming 2022 FIFA World Cup, 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, the A-League and several programs dedicated to analysing the world game from every angle.

Football is booming locally on the back of a stunning 270,000 fan turnout to a series of pre-season games in Australia, featuring EPL clubs Manchester United, Crystal Palace, Aston Villa and Leeds United.

The broadcast compliments the content currently enjoyed by New Zealand football fans, who have access to five EPL matches each weekend across the SENZ airwaves and SENZ app. Additionally, SENZ listeners can enjoy exclusive A League coverage for all matches involving the Wellington Phoenix.

SEN Chief Executive Craig Hutchison shared via media release that adding the EPL to SEN’s content offering is a great outcome for listeners.

“It is an exciting time for football in Australia, and we are thrilled to broadcast the EPL action across the SEN airwaves and digital channels,” Hutchison said in a statement.

“We’ve seen the appetite for football content locally through our coverage of the A-League. This has grown exponentially, so to bring our audience a world-class product in the EPL solidifies our standing as the Home of Football.”

SEN National Radio Director Sam Thompson explained the coverage would open the door to new fans interested in football.

“This is an excellent opportunity for sports fans curious about football to sample the game and experience why millions of people are so passionate about this competition.

“Our commitment to bring the world’s best football to the SEN airwaves demonstrates that we are the premier destination for sport in Australia.”

SEN’s coverage of the English Premier League kicks off this weekend for Gameweek 3, featuring Leicester City taking on Southampton from 12am, Sunday August 21.

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Shepparton Cup – Victoria’s biggest junior football tournament – set for 2026 edition

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Victoria’s largest junior football tournament is set to kick off in style as the Shepparton Cup returns for 2026. With age groups from under-sevens through to under-17s, the Shepparton Cup welcomes players of all genders and abilities as the perfect way to end the 2026 club season.

The tournament kicks off on the 23rd of October with an Olympic-style opening ceremony. The 2025 edition saw 385 teams and 4,600 players take to the pitch across both Liga and Copa Divisions. The Liga Division is for grassroots teams of all abilities who want a fun competitive experience; the Liga Division is for NPL and state league teams who will compete in a competitive carnival.

Rolando Navas, Managing Director of Sports Group Melbourne, says the tournament is not only beneficial for young players but also for the community of Shepparton.

“The Shepparton Cup is a great opportunity for families and the wider Shepparton community to embrace the regional community and provide a platform for young players to participate and experience a competitive and fun three day festival of football.”

The 2026 Shepparton Cup will be held from 23rd to 25th October 2026 at Shepparton Sports City. For more information about the Shepparton Cup, click the link here.

Australian Sports Group reveals ambitious blueprint for Canberra United

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New Canberra United owners, Australian Sports Group, have outlined an ambitious investment blueprint for the future of the club.

The plans centre around strengthening the club’s foundations, establishing elite academy pathways, and the introduction of an A-League Men’s team. More broadly, it aims to create a stronger football ecosystem that connects players, clubs and communities across the Australian Capital Territory.

A key pillar of the strategy is the development of an elite academy. The proposed pathways will create opportunities for emerging talent to progress towards professional football, strengthening the connection between grassroots participation and the elite game. The academy would form an important foundation for the proposed A-League Men’s team. ASG are targeting an entry into the Men’s competition from 2028/29, pending required process.

The introduction of a men’s team would expand the club’s professional offering and create additional opportunities for players, coaches and football staff. It would also give local talent a clearer pathway towards senior football without having to leave the region.

Infrastructure investment is another central component of the blueprint. The group plans to improve football facilities and secure a long-term home for the club. These developments would support the women’s program while laying the groundwork for future expansion.

The strategy also prioritises stronger engagement across the ACT football community. The ownership group plans to work with local stakeholders and government to align the club’s growth with broader priorities for sport and community development.

The immediate focus remains on stabilising the women’s program and building the structures needed for long-term success. This approach provides a foundation for the club to expand its operations while maintaining its existing identity and community connections.

The investment blueprint signals a broader ambition for Canberra United. By combining elite player development, improved infrastructure and the potential introduction of a men’s team, the group aims to establish a sustainable professional football model for the capital. The vision positions Canberra United as a platform for growth across the region, with a pathway to connect grassroots participation, academy development and professional competition.

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