Australia’s Football Team Drops a Game-Changing Kit—Designed by This First Nations Artist!
Australian Championship set to revolutionise domestic football
Australia’s New Championship Set to Transform Football with Unmissable Action!
Football Australia reveals record participation in 2024
Football Australia has revealed the 2024 National Participation Report. What were the key findings?
Football Queensland’s infrastructure proposal for 2032 Olympics
Breaking news! Football Australia and Football Queensland presented an infrastructure proposal for the state Government’s 100-day infrastructure review!
Football Australia hails record sports investment
Football Australia Cheers $385 Million Boost – A Game-Changer for High-Performance and Grassroots Sports!
Hahn partnership marks new era for the Australia Cup
Game-Changer for Aussie Football: Hahn Secures Naming Rights for Australia Cup in Landmark Deal!
Football leads in Australian participation, AusPlay reveals
AusPlay Survey Reveals Why Football Reigns Supreme in Australia!
Football Australia confirmed stadiums for Women’s Asian Cup 2026
Mark Your Calendars: AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Dates and Locations Revealed!
Football Australia has made key selections for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026
Football Australia has appointed two senior leaders to the Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026™, …
Football Australia and Allianz Australia unveil a multi-year deal
Football Australia has confirmed a multi-year partnership with Allianz Australia to be their Official Insurance Partner. Allianz has a strong …
Uncertainty looms around National Second Tier’s future
The highly anticipated National Second Tier (NST) in its proposed format is set to be postponed by Football Australia, with …
Football Australia bolsters leadership with key new appointments
Football Australia has confirmed the appointments of Briana Harvey as General Manager of the Women’s National Teams and David Mason …
Football Australia sign multi-year deal with LCI Education
Football Australia have announced a multi-year deal with LCI Education’s Australian institution, LCI Melbourne, to become the Creative Higher Education …
Football Australia’s broadcast agreement with KommunityTV to stream National Youth Championships
Football Australia confirmed that a broadcast arrangement with KommunityTV has been secured to stream every game of the 2024 National …
Football Australia appoint financial expert Caroline Veitch
Football Australia confirm Caroline Veitch will become the new Chief Financial Officer. Caroline, with over 20 years of experience in …
Football Australia near $200m TV deal with Network Ten
Football Australia is currently in the final stages of negotiations to secure a record-breaking $200 million TV deal with Network …
Australia awarded hosting rights for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026
Football Australia have announced that the country has been awarded the hosting rights for the 2026 edition of the AFC …
Graham Arnold speaks at AFC National Coaches Conference
Socceroos’ Head Coach Graham Arnold addressed the 3rd Asian Football Confederation (AFC) National Coaches Conference on Thursday, 9 May in …
Football Australia targeting new leadership appointments
Football Australia are strategically commencing a global search to fill four newly established leadership roles within its National Teams’ set-up. …
Football Australia reveals AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 host cities
Football Australia has confirmed that New South Wales, Queensland and Western Australia have been chosen as the host states put …
CUPRA and Football Australia ties remain strong
Pioneering electronic car brand CUPRA will remain Football Australia’s official automotive partner after a strong two-year collaboration. As part of …
National Second Tier foundation clubs revealed for 2025 start
Football Australia has officially named the eight foundation clubs to take part in the inaugural National Second Tier (NST) competition …
Football Australia and Nike invest for new decade
Football Australia and Nike have confirmed a 10-year contract extension that will carry their partnership forward into a third decade. …
Football Australia and Professional Footballers Australia confirm CBA for 2023-2027
Football Australia and Professional Footballers Australia (PFA) have announced a four-year National Teams Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for the Subway …
Cook Government invests for Western Australia football legacy
Western Australia football is set to enjoy benefits from the grassroots level in an effort to continue the FIFA Women’s …
Clubs confirm their bids for next stage of National Second Tier process
Football Australia has recently announced the conclusion of phase two, the Request for Proposal (RFP) phase of the National Second …
Australia to target 2034 FIFA World Cup following Matildas success
The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 has come to a conclusion, with the Matildas doing Australia proud by reaching the …
Why one state premier’s mindset must be replicated across the board
On Tuesday, before the Matildas took part in the heartbreaking loss to England in the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023, …
Football Australia acknowledges successful FIFA Women’s World Cup to date as records are broken
Last Thursday, Football Australia honoured the end of an extraordinary group stage of the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia and …
FIFA Women’s World Cup ventures to Australia’s capital
FIFA President Gianni Infantino was a special recent guest at Australian Parliament House, as the FIFA Women’s World Cup was …
FIFA Football for Schools Programme starts in Northern Territory
The FIFA Football for Schools Programme has commenced in the Northern Territory, hosting a suite of initiatives that will see …
Home of the Matildas officially opened at La Trobe University
The Matildas can now call La Trobe University home after the facility was officially opened before the FIFA Women’s World …
Sydney Harbour Bridge transformed into Festival of Football for FIFA Women’s World Cup
With just over two weeks remaining until the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia and New Zealand 2023, the iconic Sydney …
Business of Sport Summit to discuss future of industry
The long-term vision for Australia’s sport industry will be discussed at the Business of Sport Summit, throughout an agenda-setting event. …
Football Australia confirms clubs in Request for Proposal phase of the National Second Tier
Football Australia has formally announced 26 clubs that have successfully proceeded to the Request for Proposal (RFP) phase of the …
Football Australia announces renewal with Qantas
Football Australia will continue their long-term partnership with Qantas, with confirmation they are set to carry on their deal.Qantas remains …
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 …
Football Australia CEO James Johnson: “The receipt of EOI submissions is another crucial step in bringing our vision for the game to life”
Football Australia has officially closed the Invitation for Expression of Interest (EOI) process for the National Second Tier Men’s competition. …
La Trobe University set to open The Home of the Matildas in mid-2023
Construction of The Home of the Matildas at La Trobe University Sports Park is on track to be finished the …
Football Australia CEO James Johnson on National Second Tier: “It needs to be complementary to the A-League and also the NPL”
Football Australia CEO James Johnson had a chat with Paramount+ commentator and the host of SEN’s The Global Game podcast, …
AAFC Chairman Nick Galatas: “Your next expansion club should be from the division below”
The prospect of a National Second Division below the A-League Men has captivated the day-to-day speculation and debate of Australian …
Football Australia release collaborative One Football Strategy with Member Federations
Following several months of collaborative development alongside the nine member federations, Football Australia has announced the release of their One …
Football Australia’s Play Football campaign to inspire next generation
With Australian football heading into the most significant 12 months in its history, the country’s Socceroos and Matildas stars have …
Legends of Australian football inducted into Football Australia Hall of Fame
The celebratory atmosphere sparked by the CommBank Matildas’ 4-0 triumph over world No. 2 Sweden on Saturday at Melbourne’s AAMI …
Football Australia unveil association with LEGO Group
Football Australia has announced its partnership with the global toy brand the LEGO Group for a multi-year sponsorship aimed at …
Federal Government contributes $2.7 million to women’s football programs
Football Australia has welcomed the Federal Government’s investment of $2.7 million into women’s football programs. As announced in the 2022 …
Football Australia unveils major deal with Subway
Football Australia has today revealed that Subway is the naming rights partner of the National Senior Men’s Football Team, the …
Mel Mallam appointed to Football Australia as General Counsel
Football Australia have announced the appointment of Mel Mallam as General Counsel. Mallam returns to Australia having lived in Zurich …
Nike unveils new Socceroos kit ahead of Qatar World Cup
Ahead of a momentous 12 months of football for Australian football, Nike and Football Australia have revealed the 2022 Australian …
Cadbury extend partnership with CommBank Matildas until 2026
Football Australia has announced that world-leading consumer brand, Cadbury, will stay on as an Official Partner of the CommBank Matildas …
Football Australia welcomes Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk as a Legacy ’23 Ambassador
Football Australia has announced the addition of Queensland Premier The Hon. Annastacia Palaszczuk MP as a Legacy ’23 Ambassador. As …
James Johnson to continue as Football Australia CEO until 2024
The Board of Football Australia have confirmed that the contract of Chief Executive Officer, James Johnson, has been extended until …
Football Australia partners with Penguin Random House
In the lead in to a massive 12 months for Australian football, Penguin Random House Australia (Puffin) has acquired an …
Football Australia unveil Domestic Match Calendar for 2022/23
Football Australia has today released the Australian Football Domestic Match Calendar for 2022/23 (DMC 2022/23) which outlines the key dates …
Julie Bishop welcomed by Football Australia as a Legacy ’23 Ambassador
Football Australia have announced that the Hon. Julie Bishop has joined the Legacy ’23 Ambassador Program as its latest representative. …
WWC 2023 Chief Operating Officer Jane Fernandez: “The Women’s World Cup is arriving at a significant turning point in Australian football”
With just over a year until the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 kicks off at New Zealand’s Eden Park on …
Football Australia set to honour Socceroos 100th anniversary
Football Australia will celebrate the Centenary of the Australian men’s national team on June 17 of this year. The date …
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 …
Football Australia recognises former women’s representative players
In an announcement on Monday, Football Australia formally recognised the achievements of 42 former Australian women’s representative players, including members …
Football Australia announces Legacy ’23 Ambassador Program
Football Australia has announced the line-up set to represent the Legacy ’23 Ambassador Program in the lead up to the …
Football Australia announces removal of cap for professional transfer fees
Football Australia’s (FA) efforts to implement a modern and progressive domestic transfer system in-line with football’s global market within the …
Federal Government announces $3.1 million investment into women’s football
The Australian Federal Government has announced an investment of $3.1 million over two years to encourage greater participation of women …
Football Australia welcomes first ParaMatildas team
Football Australia has announced the launch of the ParaMatildas, Australia’s first national team for women and girls with cerebral palsy …
Football Australia launches RAP as next step on Reconciliation journey
Football Australia has announced its first Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) as part of its continued commitment to engaging with Indigenous …
Four inductees enter Football Australia Hall of Fame
Football Australia has inducted four legends of Australian football into the Football Australia Hall of Fame at the Socceroos’ FIFA …
28 Australian Match Officials recognised by FIFA for 2022
Football Australia has announced that 28 of Australia’s Match Officials have been appointed to FIFA’s Panel of International Referees for …
Football Australia marks strong 2021 progress in Annual General Meeting
Football Australia’s 18th Annual General Meeting (AGM) was held on Tuesday afternoon (November 23) via video conference, in line with …
Football Australia welcomes Nathan Magill as Head of Referees
Football Australia has appointed vastly experienced national refereeing assessor and instructor, Nathan Magill, as Head of Referees.
Football Australia confirm wellbeing support
As part of an expanded partnership by Football Australia, Sport Integrity Australia and the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), anyone who has been involved in Football Australia’s national programs will have the opportunity to access free counselling via the AIS Mental Health Referral Network from November 1, 2021 to April 1, 2022.
Football Australia introduces new independent review process
Football Australia have announced the development of an independent complaint management process to enable current and former footballers and staff to bring forward concerns about alleged abuse, harassment or bullying in relation to Football Australia’s national teams and the A-Leagues.
Member Federations throw support behind Football Australia’s #VaxxedToBeBack initiative
Australia’s Member Federations have thrown their support behind Football Australia’s ‘#VaxxedToBeBack’ initiative.
Major events return to NSW with Matildas match series
Football Australia have announced that the Commonwealth Bank Matildas will host Brazil in a two-match series next month.
Football Australia meets with AAFC to discuss National Second Tier
Football Australia consulted with the Australian Association of Football Clubs (AAFC) last week to discuss modelling and other considerations for a National Second Tier.
Future of Football 2020+ constitutional reforms passed by Football Queensland
Queensland have taken massive strides towards a stronger footballing future with the announcement that constitutional reforms have been passed across the game.
Socceroos set to play upcoming World Cup qualifiers away from home
The Socceroos’ upcoming World Cup qualifier against China will prove to be an even greater test with the match set …
Football Australia announces major partnership with Commonwealth Bank of Australia
Football Australia and Commonwealth Bank Australia have announced a major partnership, which will make the Commonwealth Bank the largest investor …
FA CEO James Johnson opens up on difficulties in the game and opportunities for the future
Speaking at Football Victoria’s Community in Business event on Friday, Football Australia CEO James Johnson reflected on his first 14 …
Football Australia CEO James Johnson: “There are strategic objectives to gain from a second tier”
James Johnson has faced unprecedented challenges during his first 11 months as Football Australia CEO. But despite the global pandemic …
FFA seeks to bring AFC youth women’s qualifiers to regional Australia
Football Federation Australia (FFA) has submitted a second bid to host Asian Football Confederation (AFC) youth women’s qualification fixtures in …
Football Federation Australia clarifies Collective Bargaining Agreement processes
Football Federation Australia (FFA) has issued a statement addressing the current status of the new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
FFA CEO James Johnson appoints Trevor Morgan as National Technical Director
Football Federation Australia (FFA) announced that Trevor Morgan has been appointed as the interim National Technical Director on 19 August …
Football Federation Australia teams up with Football Coaches Australia
Football Federation Australia (FFA) today announced it had signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Football Coaches Australia (FCA) in a …
FFA CEO James Johnson: “We have many challenges in front of us as a sport”
Is James Johnson the trailblazer Australian football needs?
A-League’s bungled restart highlights difficulties in changing Australian football’s narrative
The FFA last week released a discussion paper titled ‘XI Principles for the future of Australian Football’. In a move …
Is the A-League’s return to winter another unnecessary tinkering of Australian football?
Just over 30 years ago, a decision was made to shift the top tier of Australian domestic football from winter …
FFA forced to cut 70% of staff
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation, Football Federation Australia has had its hand forced, standing down around 70% of their …
FFA’s appointment of James Johnson is promising but where in the world does he start?
The Australian football community cheered as a collective with Friday’s official FFA announcement that James Johnson would take the reigns …