Football Australia confirmed the launch of the Australian Championship competition in October 2024, but with the commencement of the competition now fast approaching in October 2025, what does this really mean for the industry?
Nick Galatas on addressing the link between National Second Tier with promotion and relegation
The National Second Tier (NST) competition is building towards its expected start date of March/April 2025, but its final structure …
AAFC Chairman Nick Galatas gratified with National Second Tier interest
Clubs are eagerly awaiting the outcome of their Expression of Interest (EOI) response, following the strong contingent represented throughout Australia. …
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 …
How will the National Second Division impact the NPL?
Conversation surrounding the implementation of a National Second Division (NSD) within the Australian football pyramid has dominated discourse for some …
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 …
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 …
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.
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Nick Galatas: “XI Principles a step in the right direction to unify the game”
The Australian Association of Football Clubs (AAFC) has released a response to Football Federation Australia’s (FFA) XI Principles, supporting the …