Newcastle Jets have confirmed Maverick Sports Partners as the Club’s new owners. This ownership, subject to final approval from the …
A-League Men named as second most digitally engaging sport in Australia
The Ministry of Sport, in collaboration with YouGov Sport, have released promising numbers regarding the A-League Men’s digital engagement. In …
Perth Glory FC undergoes ownership change: Next steps to be determined
In a significant development for Perth Glory FC, the Australian Professional Leagues (APL) has taken charge of the club’s management …
APL confirms expansion of the A-League with two new clubs joining by 2024
The Australian Professional Leagues (APL) have confirmed that Canberra and Auckland will be the A-Leagues’ preferred markets for the next …
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 …
APL CEO Danny Townsend: “The atmosphere at the Socceroos live sites exists every weekend across the A-League”
It has now reached that critical point in the domestic football calendar where the Australian Professional Leagues (APL) – the …
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 …
Sports commentator Ben Homer: “There’s a really good foundation this year for the A-Leagues to take off”
Varied and adaptable in his work as a sports broadcaster, Ben Homer’s professional journey through the world of Australian sport …
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 …
Sydney FC secure major partnership with Carma
Sydney FC have announced a new one-year major partnership Carma, an Australian online used car platform. Carma is a fully …
Professional Footballers Australia unveil 2021/22 A-League Men’s Report
Professional Footballers Australia (PFA), the body that represents professional male, female and elite junior soccer players, has officially released its …
Perth Glory confirm temporary move to Macedonia Park for 2022/23 season
Perth Glory has announced that the club’s ISUZU UTE A-League team will play 10 of their 13 home games of …
2022-23 Liberty A-League fixtures to promote more fan engagement
The Liberty A-League Women 2022-23 season have been released alongside a new show, free tickets for juniors and kick-off times. …
A-Leagues broadcast schedule announced for 2022/23 season
Australian Professional Leagues (APL) and Paramount Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) have today announced a new television broadcast schedule for …
Football trailblazer Ebru Köksal appointed to Board of Australian Professional Leagues
Australian Professional Leagues (APL) and Football Australia (FA) have announced the appointment of global football identity, Ebru Köksal, CFA, to …
Second designated player slot added for 2022-23 A-League Men’s season
A-League men’s clubs have been boosted by the introduction of a new rule which allows them to sign an extra …
Football Coaches Australia upholds the need for fair pay and suitable employment conditions in coach survey report
Football Coaches Australia (FCA) – Australia’s national Association for supporting qualified coaches at professional, semi-professional and community levels – have …
APL announce extended Liberty A-League season and 12th team for 2023/24
The Australian Professional Leagues (APL) have today announced that the Liberty A-League Women’s competition will become a 12-team competition, with …
APL secures AFC media rights agreement
The Australian Professional Leagues (APL) have officially secured the rights to the Asian Football Confederation’s (AFC) competitions via an exclusive …
Why 2021 was a groundbreaking year for Australian football
As 2021 draws to a close, it has proved to be another fantastic year of growth for the game – Soccerscene picks out five highlights.
New A-Leagues, work still to be done
Australia’s top-flight A-Leagues is back and whilst much has changed it is clear that there is still a lot of work ahead.
Football players, coaches and administrators unite to tackle online abuse ahead of A-Leagues campaigns
Australia’s football players, coaches and administrators have committed to tackle online abuse – promising to call out perpetrators, ban offenders from matches, strip club memberships and refer incidents to the police.
How KEEPUP will revolutionise football in Australia
Late last week, the Australian Professional Leagues (APL) launched their new $30 million digital platform KEEPUP. The main aim of …
A-League supporter numbers grow – but 2 million football fans still unattached
Despite attendances dropping in A-League matches over the past few years, supporter numbers across the board have grown in the …
Isuzu UTE Australia announced as naming rights partner for A-League Men
The A-Leagues have announced Isuzu Ute Australia will be the naming rights partner of its men’s competition for the next …
How the APL hopes to take Australian football to the next level
Last week the Australian Professional Leagues (APL) revealed a key strategic move for professional football in Australia, collectively rebranding the …
APL launches unified rebranding of Australian Football
The Australian Professional Leagues (APL) have revealed a new identity for Australian football, launching a new logo and revamping the …
A-League top bosses contemplate disruption to season
A-League top bosses have spoken about the implications of more disruption for the new season, with over half the population currently under lockdown or restrictions.
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 …
How Melbourne Victory can restore their brand
Melbourne Victory fell to their 14th loss of the season on Sunday in Perth, losing to the Glory 2-1. It’s a …
Australian football hits the broadcast market: Where will the rights land?
Crunch time is fast approaching for Football Australia and the APL, with new broadcast deals set to be struck independently …
The future of the professional game in Australia: One-on-one with Sydney FC CEO and APL Managing Director Danny Townsend
Sydney FC CEO Danny Townsend is one of the key central figures tasked with revitalising the A-League and the W-League. …
APL appoints three new executives for commercial and marketing
The Australian Professional Leagues (APL) have appointed three new senior executives who will develop a commercial and marketing function to …