When the CommBank Matildas take to the pitch at Perth Stadium on the 1st of March, it won’t just mark …
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 …
Beyond the Hype: Challenges for Women’s Football
The Matildas Inspired a Nation — But Is Grassroots Football on the Brink?
Football Australia and CommBank announce major agreement
CommBank and Football Australia Launch Epic Partnership to Transform Football Across Australia!
Can the A-League Women keep the Matildas’ flame alive?
The Matildas lit up the nation in 2023 — but has the A-League Women been left behind? With low crowds and players retiring early, it’s time to ask what’s really being done to grow the women’s game.
Football Australia appoint Heather Garriock as Interim CEO
Shockwaves Through Aussie Football! Heather Garriock Takes the Helm as Interim CEO in Stunning Power Move
New initiatives advancing girls’ and women’s football participation
Game-Changing Boost: New Projects Set to Supercharge Women in Sport!
Tom Sermanni- Leading the Matildas in the Right Direction
In September 2024, former Matilda’s and journeyman coach, Tom Sermanni, was quietly going about his business coaching in the women’s …
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 …
Growing Football Community Grant Program open for applications
Round Two of the Growing Football Community Grant Program is now open for local clubs to apply, it opened on …
Football Queensland presents 2024-2026 Infrastructure Strategy
Football Queensland has released its new 2024-2026 infrastructure strategy outlining centrally that collaboration with the government will be necessary for …
Football Australia and Paramount Australia confirm historic multi-year media rights deal
Football Australia has confirmed that Paramount Australia, the parent company of Network 10 and Paramount+, will be the official broadcaster …
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 …
Government facilities investment needs to keep up as Women’s Asian Cup looms
In recent times, Football Australia released their ‘Legacy 23 report’ on the Women’s World Cup which was held in Australia …
Heather Garriock: Acting for the good of the game
Heather Garriock, the former Matildas midfielder, is the proud holder of 130 Caps for her country and as she looks …
PFA Co-Chief Executive Kathryn Gill on the discussions leading up to Collective Bargaining Agreement
The Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between Football Australia and Professional Footballers Australia (PFA) was recently formed for 2023-2027, bolstering the …
The Matildas recognised for World Cup efforts with Don Award
The Sport Australia Hall of Fame presented the Matildas with The Don Award, one of the highest Australian sport honours …
Nike Pacific Brand Director Nick Atkinson: “We have so much equity and history to elevate women’s sport”
Before becoming Brand Director of Nike Pacific – an organisation he’s been part of since 2015 – Nick Atkinson knew …
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 …
Giant boost for female sport as NSW Government commits $30 million
The NSW Government has confirmed that $30 million in funds for female sports facilities will be in its 2023-24 Budget. …
Record Optus Sport statistics backed up by immediate A-League Women support
Following the memorable FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023, supporters have already started to show that crowd and viewing numbers won’t …
Sport Psychology Senior Lecturer Dr. Christopher Mesagno: The necessity of mental fortitude in professional sport
Psychology and sport are mixing more than they ever have before. With the advent of the internet and the increased …
Sydney FC looks to support its community with opening of world class facility at Sky Park
Australia’s most successful club Sydney FC is sure to be continuing with that standing as they opened its new facility …
Sam Kerr launches new football academy for Australian kids
Sam Kerr has announced the creation of her own football academy, to help develop the next generation of Matildas and …
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 …
Sydney FC break women’s membership record two months before new season
Sydney FC have announced that they have broken the club’s A-League Women’s Membership record two months ahead of the start …
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, …
Will the Matildas change the perception of Australian football forever?
The Matildas’ date with destiny is fast approaching. They play England on Wednesday, in a semi-final match up of a …
Dr Shona Bass delivers powerful speech outlining the growth of women’s football in Australia
In the recent Football Victoria Community in Business (FVCIB) Half-Time Luncheon, Football Victoria Hall of Famer and Matilda cap #2 …
Optus Sport’s Clive Dickens on his role leading content for the Women’s World Cup
Even before the FIFA Women’s World Cup was on the horizon, Optus Sport had already made its mark in Australian …
Matildas football fan suite in Sydney a world first
Destination NSW and The Star Sydney have created the world’s first-ever CommBank Matildas Fan Suite, with the partnership providing another …
Football Victoria’s Community in Business Half-Time Luncheon celebrates imminent Women’s World Cup
Football Victoria’s Community in Business (FVCIB) Half-Time Luncheon held on Friday, July 7, 2023 offered the perfect opportunity to celebrate …
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 …
Women in sport advocate Carol Fox on adapting to preferred communication styles
Football Victoria held their Community in Business (CIB) Kick-Off Breakfast event recently, with a topic of discussion being on responding …
Perth Rectangular Stadium makes final preparations for FIFA Women’s World Cup
The natural grass at Perth Rectangular Stadium (HBF Park) has been removed and replaced with 9500 square metres of hybrid …
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 …
Network 10 commentator Simon Hill: “The game doesn’t belong to me or any individual”
Arriving in Australia from his native England in 2003, football broadcaster Simon Hill has become synonymous with Australian football and …
Early joy for FIFA Women’s World Cup with over 500,000 tickets sold
In an announcement made by FIFA, they confirmed that over 500,000 tickets have already been sold for FIFA Women’s World …
Andrea Martin inducted into Football Victoria Hall of Fame
Football Victoria has announced women’s football pioneer and former Matilda Andrea Martin into the FV Hall of Fame. As a …
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 …
How Commonwealth Bank is set to ignite women’s football in 2023
Commonwealth Bank – the official naming rights sponsor of the CommBank Matildas – has partnered with FIFA as a FIFA …
Football Australia and TikTok combine to launch national team accounts
The CommBank Matildas and Subway Socceroos have launched TikTok accounts, as part of a new collaboration between Football Australia and …
Why a collaborative One Football Strategy is critical for the game
In a move that signals a potential shift in how effectively the game is governed here, Football Australia (FA) has …
Australian football statistician Andrew Howe: “I became obsessed with the game but the information was so hard to find”
As a result of years of meticulous research and diligent data-keeping, Andrew Howe has established himself as the go-to figure …
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 …
Commonwealth Bank signs on as FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 Official Supporter
Over the weekend, FIFA announced that Commonwealth Bank (CommBank) has signed on as a FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 Official …
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 …
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 …
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 to implement FIFA’s Talent Development Scheme
With the Subway Socceroos competing at the men’s World Cup in under a month and the CommBank Matildas poised to …
Women’s football future discussed at Football Victoria Community in Business luncheon
Football Victoria’s recently held Community in Business (CIB) event saw women’s football discussed in depth by a panel of representatives …
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 …
How the Indigenous Football Council plans to improve pathways
As Australia’s longest running and most successful Indigenous football initiative for 2–18-year-olds, the John Moriarty Football (JMF) program has been …
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 …
Port Melbourne Sharks President Bill Romanovski: “It’s horrendous what’s happened here – the facility was selected and now it’s not”
Historic National Premier Leagues Victoria side Port Melbourne Sharks have seen their successful application to be a training venue host …
Football NSW Media Manager Mark Stavroulakis: “The end goal is to see the NPL excel as high as it can”
National Premier Leagues NSW fans have likely spotted Mark Stavroulakis conducting his duties as Media Manager at Football NSW on …
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. …
Australian football legend Gary Cole: “This is a wonderful time for the Socceroos and the Matildas”
With the Socceroos having achieved a fifth straight FIFA World Cup qualification for the 2022 edition set to be held …
Football Australia’s #EQUALISER campaign is already bearing fruit ahead of Women’s World Cup
July 20 next year will mark the opening match of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup at Auckland’s Eden Park. …
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 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 …
Xero named as FIFA Women’s Football Partner
FIFA has announced Xero as the latest FIFA Women’s Football Partner in a multi-year agreement which covers the FIFA Women’s …
CUPRA becomes official automotive partner of the Socceroos and Matildas
CUPRA, Australia’s newest car and lifestyle brand, is teaming up with Football Australia to support the professional development of men’s …
Disney+ and the Matildas to showcase Australian sporting spirit
The Walt Disney Company and Football Australia have announced a new Australian-commissioned Disney+ Original which will tell the story of …
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 …
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 …
Melissa Barbieri celebrates 25-year professional milestone
Australian footballing legend Melissa Barbieri celebrated 25 years of football over the weekend. Having captained Australia to their 2010 AFC …
The Football Coaching Life with Leah Blayney: “Part of the growth is having people around you who you trust”
Leah Blayney is the Head Coach of the Young Matildas and the Future Matildas, which she combines with teaching at …
The Football Coaching Life with Alen Stajcic: “I knew that I had more to give back to the sport”
Football Coaches Australia is delighted to present the latest episode of the ‘Football Coaching Life Podcast’, with Gary Cole interviewing …
Liberty announced as major sponsor for A-League Women
The A-Leagues have announced non-bank lender Liberty as the first ever naming rights partner of the newly rebranded A-League Women’s competition for the 2021-22 season.
A-Leagues launch new digital hub for football
The Australian Professional Leagues (APL), the entity charged with growing the professional football leagues in Australia, has unveiled its unique …
Beyond Greatness identity revealed for FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023
The Australia & New Zealand 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup is set to unite and inspire people from around the world following the announcement of their exciting and bold brand identity, featuring the slogan ‘Beyond Greatness’.
10 ViacomCBS Executive Producer Geoff Bullock: Bringing a fan-first approach
In a wide-ranging chat with Soccerscene, the current Executive Producer for football at ViacomCBS gave us insight into the strategic direction, plans and thinking behind Australian football’s new broadcasting home.
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 West welcomes $35m major investment from WA Government
Football West have welcomed the West Australian Government’s announcement of a major investment into football.
Football NSW CEO Stuart Hodge: “If we can get clarity and alignment together then I think we can see football reaching its potential”
A long-time adherent of the world game, Football NSW Chief Executive Officer Stuart Hodge has been in charge of the …
Matildas did the nation proud but this may just be the beginning
The Matildas ended their Olympic campaign in fourth place last night, after losing 4-3 to the USA in the Bronze …
Paddy Steinfort appointed as Performance Director of Football Australia
Football Australia has announced Paddy Steinfort as the new Performance Director. Steinfort is set to take up his role from …
Football Australia announce new home for Socceroos, Matildas and FFA Cup matches
Football Australia have announced a landmark agreement with 10 ViacomCBS which will see Network 10 and its accompanying streaming platform …
Melbourne Victory W-League head coach Jeff Hopkins: “There are so many positive things happening in the game right now”
Jeff Hopkins coached Melbourne Victory to the most dramatic of wins in this years W-League final – a goal directly …
Dave Beeche appointed as new CEO of FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023
FIFA has named Dave Beeche as the new CEO for the upcoming FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 in Australia and …
Investment confirmed for Home of The Matildas in Victoria
Football Australia and Football Victoria have welcomed the Victorian Government’s announcement to invest in a world-class Home of The Matildas …
Strong Federal Government support welcomed by Football Australia
Football Australia have welcomed the Federal Government’s pledge to provide $12 million of support to elite women’s football in Australia …
Australia’s overseas footballers set to benefit from digitally-led nutrition support
Football Australia has announced an extension and expansion of their partnership with Compeat Nutrition – an innovative company that is …
Football Australia signs expanded partnership with rebel
Football Australia has announced a multi-year expanded partnership with rebel, as Australia’s largest sports retailer has signed on to be …
Host cities and stadiums for FIFA Women’s World Cup revealed
Details for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 have been confirmed, with nine host cities and 10 stadiums set to …
Sky Sports to broadcast Women’s Super League from 2021/22 Season
Sky Sports have announced their agreement to show a minimum of 35 Women’s Super League games live and exclusive on …
Football Queensland begin Female Football Week celebrations
Football Queensland have begun their state-wide celebration of Female Football Week, commemorating the game’s proud past, present and future. The …
FIFA appoints Chief Operating Officers for Women’s World Cup 2023
FIFA has appointed two Chief Operating Officers (COOs) for the upcoming FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023. Jane Fernandez and Jane …
FA reveal 2021 Domestic Match Calendar
Football Australia have released their 2021 Australian Football Domestic Match Calendar (DMC). The key features of the 2021 Australian Football …
AFC reveal dates for 2022 Women’s Asian Cup
The AFC have confirmed that the 2022 Women’s Asian Cup in India will take place from January 20 to February …
Socceroos and Matildas secure innovative fan engagement product
Socceroos and Matildas fans will be able to integrate Australia’s national football teams further into their daily lives, after the …
FFA signs three-year deal with Priceline
Football Federation Australia (FFA) have signed a three-year partnership agreement with Priceline Pharmacy, in a deal which will support the …
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 …
The gaping holes in Australia’s football history – Interview with football writer and researcher Greg Werner
When I asked Greg Werner why he was interested in researching and recording the grassroots clubs of each and every …
FIFA begins host city selection process for 2023 Women’s World Cup
FIFA has begun its process to examine the 12 candidate host cities for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023, through …
Queensland’s Winning Football Formula close to completion
Football Queensland is hoping to receive government funding that will unlock the Winning Football Formula for women’s football in the …
FFA makes clever choice with Gustavsson appointment
Football Federation Australia announced the appointment of Tony Gustavsson on Tuesday night, as head coach of the Matildas for the …
Two-time Women’s World Cup winner Tony Gustavsson to lead Matildas
FFA has tonight announced Tony Gustavsson has been appointed as the 14th Head Coach of the Westfield Matildas.
Matildas partner with Cadbury until 2022
FFA have announced that Cadbury will be an official partner of the Matildas until 2022. Cadbury’s partnership with the FFA …
FFA and PFA reach deal for revised CBA
Football Federation Australia (FFA) and Professional Footballers Australia (PFA) have today come to terms on a revised Collective Bargaining Agreement …
Optus Sport launches dedicated women’s football show
Optus Sport have launched Women’s Football Oz Style, a dedicated program which covers the Barclays FA Women’s Super League. The …
$1.5 million funding boost for Home of the Matildas facility
The Victorian government have confirmed they will commit $1.5 million towards the master planning and design for the proposed Home …
Queensland features an abundance of Matildas
New figures show that Queensland’s female development has been incredibly successful in finding talent, who have represented the Westfield Matildas. …