Football West ran a pilot program for Indigenous children at the Sam Kerr Football Centre during NAIDOC Week’s 50th anniversary. …
Mizuno’s Australian gamble: can a 120-year-old brand break through?
When Mizuno unveiled a mural of Socceroos captain Harry Souttar on a Richmond wall during the 2026 World Cup, the …
Football NSW builds life‑saving network as cardiac safety push expands
Football NSW has distributed 20 defibrillators to associations and regional clubs through its Every Beat Matters campaign, part of a …
What Football Queensland’s link with Green Room Futures Means as Pathway Strategy Broadens
Football Queensland has signed a multi-year extension and expansion of its partnership with Green Room Futures, formalising the private provider …
Football West’s NAIDOC ball competition turns Indigenous art into a road safety message, and a rare form of representation
Football West has opened its 2027 NAIDOC Ball Design competition, inviting members of Western Australia’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander …
Northern NSW Football’s Leadership Program Reaches 98 Graduates as Sport Moves Toward 2027 Gender Parity Targets
Northern NSW Football has concluded its 2026 Women’s Leadership Program, with 13 participants taking the total number of graduates to …
Football SA Extends Sammy D Foundation Partnership Into Third Year for Violence Prevention Round
Football South Australia will run its fifth consecutive Violence Prevention Round in partnership with the Sammy D Foundation from 3 …
Victorian Labor commits $500,000 to Thornbury Football Facility as State Election Advocacy Intensifies
The Victorian Labor Party has confirmed $500,000 in 2026-27 State Budget funding to upgrade facilities at Mayer Park in Thornbury, …
WA Government and Virgin Australia Partner to Bring Discounted Flights for Italian Football Series in Perth
The Western Australian Government has partnered with Virgin Australia to offer discounted airfares to Perth ahead of a three-match series …
Capital Football Introduces Pink Armband to Protect Junior Referees
Capital Football has launched a visible identification program for referees under 18, requiring them to wear a pink armband during …
Football Victoria Backs Campaign to Shield Junior Players from Gambling Harm
More than 600 sporting clubs across Victoria have enrolled in a state government program designed to limit young players’ exposure …
More than 220 coaches attend Football South Australia’s second NOVA Youth Club Championship workshop
Football South Australia drew more than 220 coaches to its second NOVA Youth Club Championship Coaches Workshop in late May, …
1200 players to descend on Geelong for Football Victoria Country Championships as Regional Football Enters New Era
More than 1,200 junior footballers from across regional Victoria will converge on Geelong this weekend for the 2026 Football Victoria …
Football West and Cook Government extend $960,000 mental health partnership through to 2027
Football West will host its fourth annual Think Mental Health Round across all leagues and competitions on 25-26 July, backed …
A Structural Fix or Stoppage? Will FQ’s New Referee Pipeline Solve its Shortage?
Football Queensland‘s newly launched club referee framework is being presented as a game-changing solution to one of the most persistent …
What does the Football Victoria’s Annual Report mean for Victorian Football?
Football Victoria has released its 2025 Annual Report and held its Annual General Meeting at the Home of the Matildas …
Football West’s Female Football Week draws record engagement from Metropolitan Perth to Remote Kunurra
Football West has wrapped up its 2026 Female Football Week with activations spanning metropolitan Perth, regional Western Australia and national …
Tasmania’s State Budget Commits $350,000 to Football Facility Planning as $80 million Home of Football Moves Closer to Reality
The Tasmanian State Government has committed $350,000 in seed funding for the next stage of planning for Football Tasmania‘s proposed …
Football NSW calls on clubs to Make It Red for Heart Health Round
Football NSW is calling on clubs and associations across the state to register for the 2026 Make It Red campaign, …
What do Football Queensland’s Annual Numbers mean for Australian Football?
Football Queensland has released its 2025 Annual Report, revealing record total revenue of $25.3 million, participation exceeding 296,000 and more …
Football Victoria and VicHealth partner on anti-racism program as community sport data reveals systemic problem
Football Victoria has partnered with the Victorian Health Promotion Foundation to roll out the Set The Standard initiative across the …
The Man Who Built a Women’s Football Program from Nothing is now an Award-Winning Gender Equity Leader
Eight years ago, Spring Hills Football Club did not have a girls’ team. Today it has one of the most …
Eastern Suburbs Football Association Announces First All-Female Referee Course and Expanded Women’s Competition
The Eastern Suburbs Football Association has opened its 2026 season with three structural investments that reflect the growing ambition of …
Victorian State Budget delivers $750,000 to football facilities as governing body signals more to come
Two of Victoria’s most prominent football clubs have secured a combined $750,000 in facility funding from the 2026 Victorian State …
Female Football Week kicks off across Northern NSW
Female Football Week has officially begun across Northern NSW, with a program of gala days, networking events and awards ceremonies …
Football NNSW Releases Infrastructure Strategies as Participation Growth Outpaces Facilities
Northern NSW Football has unveiled bespoke infrastructure strategies for each of its seven member zones, providing an evidence-based roadmap for …
Football SA confirms Two New Teams for HPG Homes State League 2
Football South Australia has confirmed the inclusion of Para Hills East SC and Sturt Marion Thunder SC in the HPG …
Football West hosts Papua Football Academy as Asian ties deepen
Football West has hosted members of the Papua Football Academy from Indonesia on an eleven-day exchange visit to Perth, marking …
Football Victoria marks World Autism Understanding Month with Expanded Inclusion Program
Football Victoria has marked World Autism Understanding Month with a series of practical inclusion initiatives delivered in partnership with Aspect, …
Football NSW announces 2026 First Nations Scholarships as pathway access program enters new phase
Football NSW has announced the recipients of its 2026 First Nations Scholarships, with ten emerging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander …
Football NSW Targets Female Coaching Gap with Twin Programs
Football NSW has announced two new initiatives targeting the development of female coaches and coach education tutors, backed by federal …
Western Strikers Nominated FSA Club of the Month for Equity Outcomes
Western Strikers SC has been nominated for Club of the Month after a period of deliberate structural investment in its …
Football Queensland to celebrate Female Football Week with statewide events, awards and coaching programs
Football Queensland will mark the 2026 Female Football Week with a program of statewide events, competitions and professional development opportunities …
Football South Australia renews partnership with Datacord as Community Football Commitment Deepens
Football South Australia has announced the renewal of its partnership with Datacord, continuing a relationship that has grown steadily since …
Football NSW releases $600,000 towards Grassroots Grants to meet Participation Pressure
Sixty-five football clubs across New South Wales have secured a combined total of nearly $600,000 in funding through the NSW …
Football NSW supports Female Coaches CPD as Women’s Football Surges
Football NSW has used the platform of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup to deliver a targeted professional development workshop for …
Record Pathway Breakthrough: Football NSW Report Highlights Power of Access and Equity
Football NSW has released its 2025 Player Development Report, documenting a year of significant growth across its Talented Player Pathway …
Football NSW Expands Flexible Football Program as Women’s Participation Surges
Football NSW has expanded its Flexible Football Initiatives program into six additional associations in 2026.
Northern NSW Football opens registrations for Female Football Week 2026
Female Football Week provides a structured opportunity for the football community to acknowledge the contributions of women and girls to the game at every level, from grassroots volunteers to elite competitors.
Northern NSW Football Calls in SAPA as Participation Surge Sparks Big Plans
Northern NSW Football has commissioned Sports Advisory Partners Australia to lead the development of its 2027 to 2029 Strategic Plan, …
How Football Victoria’s Opens Board Nominations will Address the Game’s Rapid Growth Demands
Football Victoria has opened nominations for two board director positions ahead of its Annual General Meeting on May 25, with …
Football SA Commits $100,000 to Referee Fuel Subsidy as Cost-of-Living pressure Mounts
Football South Australia has announced a fuel subsidy scheme for match officials across its semi-professional competitions, allocating up to $100,000 …
Coles MiniRoos Program Opens Football Pathway for Children aged 4 to 11 across Australia
Football Australia’s Coles MiniRoos program is welcoming new participants across the country, offering children aged 4 to 11 a structured …
Pushing for First Nations representation in the game with Football Queensland’s Murri Cup
Football Queensland has announced the inaugural FQ Murri Cup, a two-day tournament celebrating First Nations cultures and showcasing Indigenous football …
PlayHER Tournament returns as Football Victoria Doubles Down on Women’s Participation
Football Victoria‘s PlayHER Tournament returns to the Knox Regional Football Centre in Wantirna South this May, offering women across Victoria …
Football Australia calls for $343M to Sustain Women’s Football Boom
Football Australia has called on the NSW Government to establish a decade-long grassroots facilities fund worth up to $343 million, …
Spring Hills FC makes History with All-Female Junior Coaching Staff in NPLW Victoria
Spring Hills FC has become the first club in the National Premier Leagues Women’s Victoria structure to field junior teams …
Be The Change We Need to See – Help Expose Australia’s Football Infrastructure Crisis
Soccerscene is launching a landmark survey that will put hard data behind one of Australian football’s most persistent and damaging …
Queensland Football Convention Returns in 2026 to Shape the Future of the Game
Football Queensland has announced the return of the Queensland Football Convention, set to bring together industry leaders, clubs and delegates …
Winter Futsal League Returns with New Cup Competition
Football NSW Futsal’s Winter Futsal League (WFL) is back for its seventh season, with 12 men’s clubs and six women’s …
FQ Academy State Championships Return to Moreton Bay
Football Queensland (FQ) has confirmed the FQ Academy State Championships will return to Moreton Bay from Tuesday, 7 July to …
Football SA Unveils Sweeping Reform Plan for Men’s Soccer Competitions in Adelaide
Following the earlier announcement that Football South Australia had commissioned an independent review into the future direction of Senior Men’s …
Fremantle City Launches 2026 NPL Season with Focus on Youth and Community
Fremantle City FC has officially launched its 2026 New Balance NPL WA Men’s and Women’s seasons, championing a community-first approach …
The Future of AI Motion Analysis: From Biomechanics Research, to the ISS, to Juventus Forward
In the fast-evolving field of sports technology, KineMo’s trajectory in early 2026 reflects a piece of a wider movement- one …
The Future of Football with Bill Papastergiadis
In our first episode of Unfiltered, our conversation with Bill Papastergiadis quickly cemented why he’s the National Chairman and Managing …
How the AFC Women’s Asian Cup is Bringing the Tournament to the Next Generation
As the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 approaches its March 1 kick-off, the messaging around the tournament has centred on …
What the Major Facility Investments mean beyond the Upcoming AFC Women’s Asian Cup
As anticipation builds for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026, Western Australia is witnessing a transformation not just in readiness …
Celebrating Unity, Diversity, and Progress in VCON’s Third Iteration
Football Victoria (FV), in partnership with the Victorian Government, proudly concludes the 2026 Victorian Cup of Nations (VCON), after four …
Sam Kerr Leads a Renewed Matilda’s Force into Asian Cup Quest on Home Soil
When the CommBank Matildas take to the pitch at Perth Stadium on the 1st of March, it won’t just mark …
Football Victoria Announces 2026 Country Championships To Be Held in Geelong
Football Victoria (FV) is delighted to confirm that the 2026 Football Victoria Country Championships will be staged in Geelong from …
The Vision AI Game-Changer Australian Football Can’t Afford to Ignore
Ultralytics’ YOLO26 arrived quietly in January, but make no mistake: in the global arms race for vision analytics, this is …
Mastering Influence: FVBL’s Networking Event Set to Empower Football Leaders
Football Victoria (FV) Business League powered by Sharp EIT Solutions opens its 2026 calendar with an event that addresses a …
Creativity, wellbeing and benchmarking: Football NSW launches 2026 Girls Youth League season
Over 200 technical directors and coaches descended on Valentine Sports Park this weekend to launch the 2026 Girls Youth League …
The only road to the national stage: FQ Academy Inter-Conference Carnival 2026
Football Queensland (FQ) has confirmed Mackay Football Park as the host venue for the 2026 FQ Academy Inter-Conference Carnival, scheduled …
Who are the Key Speakers at the 2026 FV Club Administrator Conference?
Football Victoria (FV) has confirmed the expert lineup for the 2026 Club Administrator Conference, set to take place at The …
Is the FW Regional Girls Training Camp bridging the access gap for talent?
In Western Australia, the tyranny of distance has historically functioned as the primary barrier to talent identification.
Mito, Nagasaki and Chiba step up: will they prove themselves in J1 football?
The Meiji Yasuda J1 100-Year Vision League begins in a matter of weeks.
The road ahead: Football West announces its new regional pathways
Football West has announced a major update to its Regional Academy player development program, launching in 2026 to strengthen talent …
Caroline Springs George Cross FC Welcomes Continued Support from Hallmarc Group
Caroline Springs George Cross FC is proud to confirm that Hallmarc Group has recommitted as a major sponsor for the …
O-LYM-PIC Football Dreams: The story behind a heartfelt documentary
Before the COVID lockdowns of 2020-21 shut down elite sport worldwide, some of the best under-11s players from Sydney Olympic …
The FA Commercial Director Navin Singh on inaugural FA Cup trophy tour to Australia
For the very first time in the competition’s 150-year long history, the Emirates FA Cup touched down in Australia, as …
Kaizen Ticketing streamlines the selling process
For decades, London-based business Kaizen Ticketing has been challenging the status quo for their industry. The company’s approach is known …
Northern NSW Football invests in referee development
Northern NSW Football has taken steps to improve the quality of refereeing, by establishing a Referee Development Panel and bringing …
Wellington Phoenix men and women backed by premium partner
Budget New Zealand has become a premium partner of Wellington Phoenix, in a deal that supports both the men’s and …
Sevilla and LaLiga Tech develop Transfer Tracker for clubs
Sevilla and LaLiga Tech have announced the addition of an innovative new technology and legal consulting service known as Transfer …
Victoria University report details what it takes to sustain female participation
Victoria University (VU) has conducted research on female participation within community sport, citing particular reasons why some may drop off. …
SKINS to bring compression sportswear to Perth Glory
Perth Glory has partnered up with SKINS Compression Australia on a two-year deal running until 2024, which will see the …
Wanderers Fives Facility now open to boost talent development
Western Sydney Wanderers have taken another exciting step to become a leading club in Asia, with the opening of a …
Northern NSW Football locks in new CEO and Board Chair for 2023
Northern NSW Football confirmed two changes to their organisation, with a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chair of their …
Football Queensland hosts first C Diploma course in four years
Football Queensland (FQ) has hosted the state’s first female-only Football Australia/AFC C Diploma course since 2018, sparking more development opportunities …
Australian Football Skool Director Rolando Navas on the impact of floods in Shepparton
Over the years, the Shepparton Cup has been a staple in the football calendar. It is an event which has …
Victorian Government pledges support for All Nations Cup
Ahead of the Victorian State Election decided on Saturday, November 26, the Victorian Labor Government has promised a $500,000 commitment …
South Australian Government to contribute $1 million for FIFA Women’s World Cup legacy
The FIFA Women’s World Cup is getting a boost from the Malinauskas Government over the next two years to build …
FIFA pens multi-year deal with software development company Globant
FIFA has announced a multi-year partnership with digital consultant and software developer Globant – a move looking to accelerate the …
Football Queensland releases First Aid Guide for clubs
In partnership with First Aid Accident and Emergency, Football Queensland has released its First Aid Guide to lend a hand …
Austrian Bundesliga and StatsBomb strike a multi-year deal facilitating modern-day analytical services
Austrian Bundesliga and StatsBomb have partnered together to provide analytical services to all the clubs, in the top division of …
Socios continues partnership with the 2022 Ballon d’Or Awards
The world’s superior fan engagement and rewards platform, Socios, have confirmed they will once again be the official partner of …
NSW Government funding to bolster Enfield Rovers FC
The NSW Government, as part of the WestInvest Fund, has presented the first blueprint with $2 billion reserved for Community …
Energy crisis hits UK football – how does Australia prepare?
Can we afford to turn the lights on? That is the question many football clubs across the UK are asking …
More joy for kids this summer via the Get Active Kids Program
Community Sport for kids is going to be much more affordable this summer as part of an initiative by the …
Fresh pavilions a winner for ETA Buffalo Soccer Club
ETA Buffalo Soccer Club is one of the sporting clubs relishing the recently developed pavilions at Delahey Recreation Reserve. As …
Five-star NCDP accreditation gained for Kahibah FC
Northern NSW Football has confirmed that Kahibah FC has gained five-star accreditation in the National Club Development Program (NCDP). Located …
Growing younger: PFA report challenges A-League Men critics
Professional Footballers Australia released their annual A-League Men’s report last week, which indicates the wheel has turned against two persistent …
Box Hill United thrives with lighting upgrade
Box Hill United is celebrating its centenary year of existence in style with new lighting at their home of Wembley …
In a game of inches, Raw Stadia can be the difference
Raw Stadia is revolutionising the interaction between players and the pitch. The sports technology company – that focuses on surface–player …
Wrexham AFC: The fastest growing club in the world
The name Wrexham may come as a mystery to football fans across the globe, but this Welsh city located in …
SwipeStation: Food and drink service made easy
SwipeStation is leading the way when it comes to technology in the sports and entertainment business. Known as a contact-free …
The rise of the ‘Cupset’ – Cannons, Power and City on recent success
The Australia Cup has officially reclaimed its magic in 2022. Sydney United’s gripping 3-2 win over Brisbane Roar on Sunday …
Clifton Park receives resounding support
Members of the Victorian football community have shown incredible support for the much-loved synthetic pitch of Clifton Park in Brunswick, …
Victorian clubs vow to ‘Save Clifton Park’
On Wednesday August 31, a ‘Save Our Park’ barbeque will be held to raise awareness for what a community’s future …
James Johnson on how the Club Licensing System is critical to progress of Second Division
On Thursday, Football Australia released their reformed Club Licensing System Regulations that will increase standards at clubs across the top …
AAFC Chairman Nick Galatas: “I’m very gratified the A-Leagues are now supportive of us”
In the five years since their formation in March 2017, the Association of Australian Football Clubs (AAFC) have steadily carved …
Sorare the official NFT fantasy game of Major League Soccer
Digital and collectable fantasy football company Sorare have partnered with Major League Soccer (MLS) to become their official non-fungible token …
Western United launches business-to-business app
Western United has created a bespoke business-to-business (B2B) app to bring its extensive partner network closer to the Club and …
Sportec Solutions the new officiating provider of Bundesliga
Sportec Solutions, the sports technology joint venture between Deltatre and DFL, has announced it has assumed the majority shareholding of …
Football Queensland President Ben Richardson’s letter to the football community
To all members of our Queensland football community, After two years of unprecedented challenges and interruptions to our game with …
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 …
Construction underway at Home of Matildas
Work has begun at La Trobe University in Bundoora, as a next step towards the Commonwealth Bank Matildas calling Victoria …
Western United training facility development approved
Construction is set to begin at Wyndham’s future home of Western United Football Club, as confirmed by Wyndham City Council. …
MLS announces multi-year DoorDash partnership
Major League Soccer (MLS) has announced a multi-year partnership with DoorDash, who becomes the official on-demand delivery platform of MLS, …