Sydney FC break women’s membership record two months before new season

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Sydney FC have announced that they have broken the club’s A-League Women’s Membership record two months ahead of the start of the Liberty A-League season.

The recent Matildas dream World Cup campaign as co-hosts will be a perfect opportunity for the A-Leagues and its clubs to use this wave of momentum with women’s football into gathering much needed support and interest for the league.

Sydney FC set themselves a target 1,000 Members for the 2023-24 Women’s season and are already well ahead of schedule surpassing their previous best.

Sydney FC have recently been using a marketing campaign, titled ‘Target 1000’ across their social channels with the sole goal  to promote and elevate women’s football by offering a unique opportunity to support and witness Australia’s best female footballers up close.

Matildas penalty shootout hero Courtnee Vine is at the centre of the posts which have been reading “Enjoying the vibe? You’ll love this” with Vine transitioning from Matildas kit to the Sky blue one.

Sydney FC Chief Executive Officer Adam Santo expressed his excitement for next season’s A-Leagues competition which will be momentous for the club.

“This is a historic moment for football in this country and I’m excited to see people are rushing out to buy their Sydney FC Memberships,” he said in a press release.

“It will be an unforgettable season for both the Men’s and the Women’s leagues off the back of the biggest female sporting event to hit our shores.

“If you enjoyed the atmosphere at the live sites or in stadiums then you can continue to experience that by buying a Sydney FC Membership.

“You don’t want to miss out as this is why football is the most popular sport in the world.

“We want to defend our dual Championship and Premiership titles and our squad is set to be backed by everyone who has gone out to buy our Memberships.  They will offer something truly special for everyone.”

Full season men’s members have access to all Sydney FC Women’s home matches during the regular season as part of their membership package.

Importantly, kids under 16 go free to all Liberty A-League matches with the Liberty A-League Pass, which should help inspire the next generation of avid football fans in the country.

This is fantastic news to hear fresh off a successful campaign, proving the immense impact this brave Matildas squad is having on Australian football.

With the A-Leagues struggling for support over recent years and fans growing more discontent with decisions made at the top, the Women’s World Cup has presented teams a perfect opportunity to build a nice foundation for the near future and this momentum cannot be wasted.

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Western United ruled out of 2026–27 A-League season

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Western United’s participation in the A-Leagues has officially been terminated, ending the club’s immediate pathway back into Australia’s professional football competitions.

The Australian Professional Leagues (APL) terminated Western United’s Club Participation Agreement on Monday, following months of discussions over the club’s future.

The decision comes after Western United’s attempt to secure a return to the A-League for the 2026–27 season was unsuccessful. Football Australia had previously determined that the club did not meet the requirements to retain its licence.

Western United has now turned its attention towards rebuilding the organisation under new ownership, with the club targeting a return to the A-League for the 2027–28 season.

In a statement, Western United said the termination creates an opportunity for “new custodians, new investment and a fresh start”, while emphasising the importance of maintaining the club’s identity in Melbourne’s west.

The club’s financial problems have been a major issue over the past two years with the club being placed into a conditional hibernation ahead of the 2025/26 A-League season.

The APL said its decision was made following the club’s breach of several obligations under the agreement, including compliance with Football Australia’s National Club Licensing Regulations.

The club’s proposed 2027–28 comeback will therefore depend on securing new investment, addressing its outstanding operational requirements and demonstrating that it can meet the conditions necessary to re-enter the A-Leagues.

While Monday’s decision brings an end to Western United’s current participation agreement, the club maintains that it is not the end for Western United.

Now, the club that won the A-League grand final just four years ago, will now turn its attention to restructuring the business and building a sustainable platform for a potential return to Australia’s professional football landscape.

 

 

Football Queensland Welcomes Musco Lighting as Official Lighting Partner

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Football Queensland has welcomed Musco Lighting as its Official Lighting Partner, bringing world-class sports lighting expertise to football clubs and facilities across the state.

The partnership will support Football Queensland clubs as participation continues to grow across the state, helping communities access safer, higher-quality and more accessible football facilities.

Musco Lighting is a global leader in sports lighting, with more than 50 years of experience delivering lighting solutions across sporting venues worldwide. The company was also the first in the world to be certified by FIFA as a Preferred Provider for Floodlight Systems and provided lighting for 12 of the 16 stadiums used at the recent FIFA World Cup.

Through the new partnership, Football Queensland clubs will have access to Musco’s specialist expertise and solutions as they look to improve and develop their lighting infrastructure.

Football Queensland CEO Robert Cavallucci said the partnership represented an important step in supporting the continued growth of football across Queensland.

“I’m proud to see this partnership between Football Queensland and Musco come to life.

“With participation continuing to grow across Queensland, the need for quality football infrastructure has never been greater. This partnership will help our clubs access world-class lighting expertise to create safer, better and more accessible facilities for their communities.

The partnership provides an opportunity to combine Football Queensland’s extensive network across the state’s football community with Musco’s global expertise in sports lighting, supporting clubs as they continue to invest in facilities that meet the needs of their growing participation bases.

Football Queensland and Musco will work together to help clubs identify lighting solutions that can enhance facility quality and accessibility, supporting more opportunities for players and communities to participate in football.

Football Queensland Official Lighting Partner – Musco Lighting

With more than five decades of experience in sports lighting, Musco has delivered projects across some of the world’s most significant sporting venues and events.

The company’s FIFA Preferred Provider certification and involvement in the recent FIFA World Cup further demonstrates its expertise in delivering lighting systems to the highest international standards.

The partnership with Football Queensland will bring this expertise closer to Queensland’s football community, providing clubs with access to a specialist lighting partner as the game continues to grow across the state.

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