Chief Executive Officer of Football Australia, James Johnson has advised the Board of his decision to resign.
Is it time to make the A-League Women a full-time professional competition?
In the last fortnight, Professional Footballers Australia (PFA) released their annual A-League Women’s report, providing an overview of the current …
Kimon Taliadoros resigns – experienced CEO now needed for Football Victoria
Last week, Kimon Taliadoros resigned from his position as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Football Victoria. He also served as …
Portland Timbers confirm Heather Davis as Chief Executive Officer
Ahead of the new Major League Soccer (MLS) season, Portland Timbers have named Heather Davis as their Chief Executive Officer …
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 …
Investopia hosts Future of Investment in Sports event
In an event hosted by Investopia on December 8, 2022, global business leaders, football league senior official and policy makers …
Peter Silverstone appointed as Newcastle United Chief Commercial Officer
Premier League side Newcastle United have named highly reputed football executive Peter Silverstone as the club’s new Chief Commercial Officer. …
Football Victoria President Antonella Care: “It’s been terrific to broadcast on a dedicated platform”
2022 has seen football’s consistent return across Victoria, in a greatly changed environment following two seasons largely ruined by Covid-19. …
Football West welcomes Perry Ielati as General Manager – Football
Football West has announced Perry Ielati as its new General Manager – Football. Ielati is a well-respected figure in WA …
Deltatre hires new Commercial Vice President
Deltatre, the global leader in fan-first experiences, has appointed Giancarlo Bernini as Commercial Vice President. Bernini will be based in …
Danny Townsend takes up CEO role at Australian Professional Leagues
Australian Professional Leagues (APL) have announced that Danny Townsend will step up to the role of Chief Executive Officer.
United Football present three options to Football Victoria to salvage promotion
Football Victoria’s decision to cancel Season 2021 without promotion and relegation is facing a considerable challenge from over 40 Victorian clubs.
Football Victoria reveal plans for return to play
Football Victoria (FV) has released a plan detailing how the remaining games of the 2021 season will be completed once …
Football Victoria CEO Kimon Taliadoros: “We have a demand for playing football exceeding the ability to provide opportunities”
Kimon Taliadoros played for some of Australia’s biggest clubs in the National Soccer League, and joined Football Victoria (FV) as …
Capital Football CEO Phil Brown: “The facilities don’t reflect the change in participation by women and girls”
Phil Brown has had a career in football administration that has spanned the Asian continent. Now the CEO of Capital …
Football Tasmania CEO Matt Bulkeley: “It isn’t a national competition without a Tasmanian team in it”
Football Tasmania CEO Matt Bulkeley has been in the job since August 2018, and has had plenty of work cut …
Who will be the next Melbourne Victory CEO?
When Trent Jacobs announced in May that he would be stepping down as Melbourne Victory Chief Executive Officer (CEO), he …
Premier League clubs report revenue loss of $1.3 billion
Premier League clubs generated $8.3 billion of revenue during the 2019/20 financial year, according to analysis from Deloitte’s Sports Business …
Cavallucci spearheads reform for football in Queensland
Football Queensland (FQ) have made it their mission to work through a wide range of reforms for the game in …
Gilbert Lorquet appointed as Football NSW Chairman
Football NSW has announced that Gilbert Lorquet is the new chairman for the state’s governing body. Mr. Lorquet was appointed …
Annual General Meeting conducted by Football NSW
Football NSW has conducted its Annual General Meeting for FY20, including key elections and a life membership. The meeting, which …
Football Victoria announces Kimon Taliadoros as their new CEO
The Board of Football Victoria (FV) has appointed Kimon Taliadoros as their new CEO, effective February 22, 2021. Taliadoros served …
FV Head of Futsal outlines future plans: “We want to host a National Championships in Victoria”
Football Victoria (FV) Head of Futsal Anthony Grima believes Victoria is the perfect place to host an edition of Football …
Australian Professional Leagues welcome two new executives
The Australian Professional Leagues (APL) have announced Ant Hearne and Michael Tange as their two new executives. Ant Hearne joins …
Stephanie Brantz appointed Director of Football NSW
Football NSW have announced that Stephanie Brantz will serve as an Appointed Director of Football NSW for the next two …
FFA to be renamed as ‘Football Australia’ following AGM
Football Federation Australia (FFA) will be known as ‘Football Australia’ following unanimous Congress support in the 17th Annual General Meeting …
Football Queensland invests in key referee initiatives
Football Queensland’s investment into referees across the state has led to the development of multiple initiatives and appointments within the …
AIFF announces new motto and direction
India’s national sporting body for football, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) has announced a new motto – ‘Indian Football. …
Andy Allan appointed Region General Manager at Football Queensland
Football Queensland have announced Andy Allan will fill the Region General Manager position at the organisation. Allan’s appointment will support …
Football Queensland to deliver virtual Club Summit
Football Queensland will host a Future of Football 2020+ Club Summit on Zoom tonight, where North West Queensland clubs are …
Filopoulos takes up senior role at FFA
FFA have announced Peter Filopoulos has been appointed Head of Marketing, Communications and Corporate Affairs at the organisation, taking up …
Football Queensland’s Paula Robinson appointed as QAS chair
Football Queensland’s newly-elected Board Director Paula Robinson has been appointed as Chair of the Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS).
Football Queensland adds more Club Summits
Football Queensland has confirmed that it will run another four Club Summits in the coming weeks.
Football Queensland announces independent governance review of the sport
Football Queensland have announced sport governance experts DHW Simpson Advisory will conduct an independent review of the governance of football …
The FA forced into job cuts amid Covid-19
The Football Association (FA), English soccer’s governing body, has been forced into 124 job cuts as they try to fight …
COVID SAFE Active Clubs Kickstart program available
Sport organisations in Queensland have until June 30 to apply for the COVID SAFE Active Kickstart program – featuring a …
UEFA eases Financial Fair Play regulations
UEFA have temporarily eased their Financial Fair Play regulations and added new emergency measures to help clubs with their finances …
Football Queensland announces new club shield system
Football Queensland has announced a new club shield system which sorts teams into three tiers – National Club Development Program, …
JFA announce first professional women’s competition
The Japan Football Association (JFA) have announced plans to launch their first professional women’s competition. In a major step forward …
Football Victoria induct Karen Hocking as Life Member
Football Victoria have held their Annual General Meeting (AGM), where they inducted Karen Hocking as their latest Life Member.
Hungarian Football Federation allows fans to return
In a first across Europe, the Hungarian Football Federation (MLSZ) have allowed fans to return under strict guidelines to preserve …
La Liga president targets the league restart for June
La Liga president Javier Tebas has discussed the latest developments for La Liga, as he targets the league restart for …
Restart for professional sport in Japan edging closer
A restart for professional sport in Japan is on track as restrictions are being lifted around the country.
AFC delivers new online courses for Asian match officials
The Asian Football Confederation’s (AFC) match officials have been given the opportunity to complete new online courses, ensuring they remain …
English Premier League targets a June return
The English Premier League is negotiating with its UK broadcast partners about the prospect of how to complete the remaining …
Premier League end date yet to be decided as contract concerns surface
Clubs in the the Premier League did not discuss ending the season by 30th June when they met on 17th …
AFC further pushes back the return of their matches and competitions
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has made the announcement that all matches and competitions scheduled to take place in May …
The FA to cut 30% pay from top earners
The highest-paid staff from the Football Association (FA) will take wage cuts of up to 30 per cent as English …
The best of Asia unite for the AFC’s #BreakTheChain campaign
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has united with some of the biggest names in Asian football to launch a new …
UEFA Euro 2020 postponed for next year
UEFA Euro 2020 has been postponed to their summer of 2021 because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Dixon announced as Queensland Community Female Administrator of the Year
Albany Creek Excelsior club secretary Sarah Dixon has been named Queensland Community Female Administrator of the Year. Dixon was awarded …
Manchester United lock in new global partnership deal
English Premier League club Manchester United have sweetened their portfolio by securing a multi-year global partnership with Mondelēz International.
Spectrum Soccer to be launched by Autism Central Coast
Autism Central Coast will be launching Spectrum Soccer, a football skills and fun program for anyone who loves the game.
Premier League chief executive Richard Masters ‘not sniffy about gambling’
English Premier League’s new chief executive, Richard Masters, has expressed the gambling industry needs tighter regulation as the debate over …
Is a changing climate making summer football in Australia an impossibility?
Politicians who deny the obvious reality that the climate is constantly changing are few and far between. Tensions do arise …
Newcastle takeover by Saudi fund ‘90% certain’
Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth Public Investment Fund (PIF) has been identified as a major partner in the latest takeover bid …
Football Queensland to Establish a Cultural Diversity and Inclusion Council
Football Queensland have been consistently hitting their Strategic Plan targets over the past few months.
Korea FA’s sponsorship income close to $50 Million
The Korea Football Association (KFA), South Korea’s soccer governing body, has seen its annual sponsorship income increase to nearly $50 …
2021 AFCON switches to winter due to heat
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has made the decision to move the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to …
FFA CEO James Johnson set to shake-up structure
New Football Federation Australia (FFA) CEO James Johnson says addressing how the organisation can adapt to constant change will be …
Italian Serie A chooses new president
Italy’s top flight soccer league Serie A has named Paolo Dal Pino as their new president.
FIFA has multiple bids to consider for 2023 Women’s World Cup
FIFA the global governing body for football has received four bids from those looking to claim hosting rights for the …
Boroondara Eagles lodged proposal for lighting upgrade at Macleay Park
As part of their strategic objectives, the Boroondara City Council are proposing to upgrade the lighting at Macleay Park Oval …
Coaching courses on the rise for Football Queensland
Football Queensland (FQ) will have 28 coaches that are going to complete part one of their FFA/AFC ‘B’ Licence for …
Football Victoria reveal discipline report for 2019 season
Football Victoria have released their 2019 Discipline End of Season Report.
City Football Group expands to India
City Football Group (CFG) have officially welcomed Indian Super League side Mumbai City as a new member of sister clubs …
Football Queensland appoint Jacqui Hurford as State Referee Manager
Football Queensland (FQ) have announced the appointment of Jacqui Hurford as the new State Referee Manager.
Peter Filopoulos elected to Vicsport board
Vicsport have completed their 2019 Annual General Meeting and confirmed that Peter Filopoulos has been elected as a non-executive Director, …
FFA announces two new board members & Nikou re-elected as chairman, but where to from here?
Football Federation Australia conducted their Annual General Meeting (AGM) yesterday, with a host of announcements.
D-Day arrives as Nikou to face first AGM as chairman
Football Federation Australia (FFA) will hold their Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday the 21st of November to decide who …
Robert Cavallucci to lead Football Queensland
Football Queensland (FQ) has named Robert Cavallucci as their new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Football Queensland welcomes new SWQ Technical Development Manager
Football Queensland (FQ) has announced that Briac Williams has been appointed to take on the role of Technical Development Manager …
Overview of Football Queensland’s 2020-2022 Strategic Plan
Last Friday, Football Queensland (FQ) released their 2020-2022 Strategic Plan for football in Queensland.
Kate Jacewicz announced as AFF Referee of the Year (Women)
Leading Australian referee Kate Jacewicz has been honoured by being named the ASEAN Football Federation (AFF) Referee of the Year …
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Referee initiatives rolled out by Football Queensland
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Equal pay for Matildas a win for the women’s game
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How A-League clubs can tackle waste management
It’s been widely publicised about how waste is going into landfill as we look at ways to protect our environment. …
AAFC Chairman Nick Galatas claims second division dream still alive
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Second division dream still alive
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World Cup referee Alireza Faghani to officiate first A-League match this weekend
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Grassroots clubs to get help from new FFA initiative
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Victorian NPLW gets a revamp – What does it mean for your club?
Looking ahead to 2020, Football Victoria have announced big changes to the way the NPLW competition will be structured.
Football Victoria set to benefit Dockerty Cup Final move in Ballarat
It’s the most historic and long-lasting soccer competition in Victoria, but the Dockerty Cup Final in 2020 will pave the …
FFA Referees boss Ben Wilson resigns
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Filopoulos adds new Values to lead Football Victoria
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Why a National Second Division is an absolute must
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How clubs can manage their finances
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Child safeguarding programme and toolkit launched by FIFA
A new initiative created by FIFA has been put in place to help protect all children involved in the game, …
Football Victoria to celebrate first ever Indigenous Round
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Let’s Light Up Football provides key funding
There’s not long left to go for Football NSW clubs to apply for funding as part of the Let’s Light …
Football West partners with atWork Australia
A new partnership between Football West and atWork Australia has been launched.
Digital platforms boosting Women’s World Cup popularity
The Women’s World Cup in France is progressing through the knockout stages, and already there is substantial support from across …
Every game of NPL WA to be live streamed
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Women’s World Cup nearing a million ticket sales
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Second division edging closer to fruition
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New Minister for Sport announced
Sport Australia and the AIS have welcomed the new Minister for Sport – Senator the Hon. Richard Colbeck.
History has been made in the AFC
For the first time in Asian footballing history, an all-female officiating team have taken to the pitch.
Matildas extend key partnership
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AusPlay survey reveals most popular sport
The AusPlay survey for 2019 by Sport Australia has confirmed that soccer is the most popular organised sport in Australia.
AFC Coach Education Conference ‘making a difference’
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Assessing the impact of concussion
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