Professional Footballers Australia (PFA) have confirmed Matildas star Mary Fowler and New Zealand goalkeeper Alex Paulsen have been named the …
Friedkin Group to acquire majority stake in Everton
The Friedkin Group has reached an agreement to buy Farhad Moshiri’s majority 94% stake in Everton. The deal is subject …
Football Australia leads nationwide academy program
Football Australia (FA) in collaboration with member federations will operate an academy program initiative to nurture youthful Australian talent. The …
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 Queensland advocates referee education across the state
Football Queensland’s referee strategy for 2025-26 focuses on developing quality refereeing with clubs to enhance the game quality in the …
Football Queensland will keep registration fees unchanged for 2025
Football Queensland (FQ) has decided to buck national trends in increased registration fees by keeping the same low fees from …
Football West unveils Football Australia Academy
Football West has confirmed its excitement about launching the Football Australia Academy for 2025. The Football Australia Academy will serve …
Auckland FC adds three All White legends to ownership group
Three former All Whites—Winston Reid, Tim Brown, and Noah Hickey—have joined the ownership group of Auckland FC, bringing a wealth …
AFC sign a deal with Earthlink for AFC Asian Qualifiers
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has confirmed Earthlink, a telecommunications provider, as an Official Regional Partner for the AFC Asian …
FIFA’s Talent Development Scheme on track to meet target
The Talent Development Scheme has shown major progress with the addition of 14 new talent coaches. This project was confirmed …
Ned Morris to step down as Adelaide United chair
Adelaide United have confirmed that Ned Morris will step down as chair after a mutual agreement and will continue in …
Key concerns for FIFPRO’s Player Workload Monitoring report
FIFPRO has recently released their annual Player Performance and Recovery report for 2024, this report is developed by FIFPRO IQ …
Football Queensland confirm Club Convention topics
Football Queensland recently released the central topics that will ‘Elevate the Debate’ of their inaugural Queensland Club Convention. The convention …
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 …
Northern NSW Football starts regional premier competitions
Northern NSW Football (NNSWF) has created a working group for a strategy of the implementation of the men’s and women’s …
Carolyn Jackson embarks on a new role with Football Victoria
Football Victoria has confirmed the appointment of Carolyn Jackson as one of their newest board members.
John Tsatsimas – Leading the Charge at Football New South Wales
John Tsatsimas, Chief Executive Officer of Football New South Wales, experienced the joys of football at an early age when …
Football Australia joins with the Australian Government in supporting Pacific football
Football Australia has partnered with the Australian Government to support the growth of elite football in the neighbouring Pacific nations. …
FIFA to help stream Homeless World Cup as part of agreement
FIFA has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to support the Homeless World Cup Foundation (HWCF) in supplying materials and …
Football SA to deliver revised Youth Competition structure for 2025
Football South Australia (Football SA) has revealed a change to its Youth Competition Structure which will be launched in 2025. …
Football NSW updated Girls’ and Women’s Competitions
Football NSW has worked through their 2024 Player Development Review and used it as a guide to improve its women’s …
Atletico Madrid’s growing ambition for Sports City infrastructure
Atletico Madrid has ambitious growth plans involving numerous infrastructure and technology projects designed to establish them as one of football’s …
Football Queensland CEO Robert Cavallucci: “We’ve got every right to take our place as the most dominant code in Australia”
Football Queensland CEO Robert Cavallucci is steadfast in capitalising on the World Cup hype, as lofty goals are at the …
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 Queensland appoints women into key leadership positions with 50/50 gender parity goals
Following the recent surges nationwide in female participation, Football Queensland (FQ) has also proven they are making important strides in …
UEFA and FIFPRO Europe pledge to strengthen their collaboration
In Stuttgart, UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin met with David Terrier, President of FIFPRO Europe, and members of the FIFPRO Europe …
FIFA aiming to raise funds to grow its streaming service
FIFA is looking to raise up to $2.97 billion AUD in order to expand its streaming service FIFA+ by working …
America must fix issues before co-hosting 2026 World Cup
Copa America 2024 has kicked off the knockout stages with plenty of goals and drama on the pitch, but that …
A-League clubs to be given only $530k in funding for next season
The Australian Professional Leagues (APL) have confirmed the annual grants distributed to A-League clubs will be slashed close to 75 …
FIFAe and Sports Interactive launch Football Manager World Cup
FIFAe and Sports Interactive confirmed an exciting partnership that will see the first ever FIFAe World Cup of Football Manager …
Graduates congratulated after completing FIFA Diploma in Club Management program
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has congratulated the 2024 graduates of the FIFA Diploma in Club Management course at FIFA headquarters, …
FIFA and AFD continue to improve gender equality and education in football
FIFA and the French Development Agency (Agence Française de Développement, AFD) have renewed their memorandum of understanding (MoU), focusing on …
How Game Plan can navigate clubs to operational success
Australians have sport ingrained into each respective citizens DNA – regardless of ethnicity, gender, age demographic or socio-economic status. Given …
FIFA trialling Video Support challenge technology
Football Video Support (VS) has been introduced by FIFA as another means of technology to review decisions. VS is a …
VAR to be introduced at AFC club competitions for next season
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has confirmed the implementation of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system across its revamped three-tier …
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 …
AFC Technical Committee create new awards to improve standards
The AFC Technical Committee had its second meeting last weekend in Doha, Qatar on the eve of the AFC U23 …
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 …
Football Victoria encourages state teams to take part in Governance Workshop Series
Football Victoria are endorsing the joint partnership between the Victorian Government and VicSport, as football clubs across the state can …
Football Queensland’s two-year referee strategy to drive development and retention
Football Queensland (FQ) are embarking on a transformative journey. Seeking to elevate the current refereeing regime on a state-wide level …
Nike acquire South American giants as primary kit sponsors
The Uruguayan Football Association (AUF) have officially confirmed a partnership formulated with American sport apparel juggernaut Nike. The agreement arrives …
FCA President Gary Cole discusses glaring AFC Pro Licence issue affecting many top Australian coaches
The AFC Pro Licence is still not recognised by UEFA and this issue has been an ongoing battle for many …
2023 FIFA review underlines incredible Women’s World Cup impact
FIFA has released their ‘2023 Financials in Review’ statement which highlights the incredible financial and cultural impact of the 2023 …
Perth looking to pave new Glory through fresh ownership
The ownership of long-standing A-League team Perth Glory has changed hands, with property mogul Ross Pelligra taking the reins. The …
Samantha Farrow becomes the new CEO of Capital Football
Capital Football have confirmed that Samantha Farrow is the new Chief Executive Officer, effective from Monday, February 12. Samantha arrives …
Football Victoria champions its advancements for women’s football in 2023 Annual Report
Football Victoria (FV) released the 2023 Annual Report, detailing their efforts and successes last year. In a massive year for …
AFC announce Pepperstone collaboration amidst massive Asian Cup tournament
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has welcomed Pepperstone as Official Regional Partner for the ongoing Asian Cup tournament in Qatar. …
Football Victoria appoints Chris Pehlivanis as new CEO
Football Victoria (FV) has announced the appointment of Chris Pehlivanis as the organisation’s new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective January …
Football Coaches Australia announces Kelly Rourke as new CEO
Football Coaches Australia (FCA) has announced Kelly Rourke as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). An experienced leader with a …
Strategic Plan 2023-2026 launched by Football West
Football West recently announced the launch of their 2023-2026 Strategic Plan, a documentation affiliated with Football Australia’s One Football Strategy …
Football Australia elects new Chair at 20th AGM
Football Australia held its 20th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at Allianz Stadium in Sydney. The …
Auckland-based team confirmed to join A-Leagues for 2024/25 season
The A-Leagues have announced that New Zealand will have its second team in the competition with an Auckland-based side to …
AFC and Visit Saudi team up for global sponsorship
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has named Visit Saudi as an Official Global Partner till December 2024. The collaboration will …
SBS secure exclusive broadcast rights to the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup
SBS have announced that they will exclusively broadcast the 2026 FIFA World Cup to Australian audiences, making the broadcaster the …
Australian Professional Leagues confirm new-look leadership with Danny Townsend departure
The Australian Professional Leagues (APL) have revealed that Chief Executive Officer Danny Townsend will take up a new role based …
Gary Cole: Still striking the target
There are very few people in Australian football who have left their mark on so many facets of the game …
Primeland Group-led consortium confirmed as new owners of Perth Glory
The Australian Professional Leagues (APL) has today confirmed that a Primeland Group-led consortium is the new owner of Perth Glory …
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 …
PepsiCo and EA Sports FC join forces on global deal
Leading food and beverage companies Pepsi, Gatorade, and Lay’s will work with EA Sports as part of a strategic partnership …
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 …
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 …
Perth Glory FC undergoes ownership change: Next steps to be determined
In a significant development for Perth Glory FC, the Australian Professional Leagues (APL) has taken charge of the club’s management …
Football Queensland’s 2022 annual report highlights progress towards One Football Strategic Plan
With over 78,000 games played throughout the state-wide linked football pyramid in 2022, Football Queensland continued to revolutionise football in …
Melbourne Victory’s three-year community strategy to improve youth football landscape
Melbourne Victory have released an extensive three-year community strategy with the overall goal to improve the current youth football landscape …
Hyundai and Kia stay loyal with FIFA until 2030 to extend past two decades
Hyundai Motor Group affiliates Hyundai and Kia have jointly announced the renewal of their long term partnerships with FIFA until …
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 …
Western Sydney Wanderers lock in foundation development committee
Western Sydney Wanderers FC have confirmed their inaugural Wanderers Foundation Development Committee. The Western Sydney Wanderers FC’s charitable arm, the …
Anthony Di Pietro retires as Melbourne Victory Chairman
Anthony Di Pietro has announced that he is retiring as the Chairman of Melbourne Victory FC, following the completion of …
“You really don’t know which way your career is going to go” – Aurelio Vidmar on Asian football exploits
Aurelio Vidmar sees the impending reduction of Australian qualifying slots in the Asian Champions League as a ‘real disappointment’, but …
Football NSW takes out Outstanding Organisation award
Football NSW was rewarded at the NSW Office Of Sport’s 2022-2023 Her Sport Her Way Event with the ‘Outstanding Organisation’ …
Lina Souloukou welcomed as new AS Roma CEO
Lina Souloukou is now AS Roma’s new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) & General Manager of the Club, where she has …
Northern NSW Football confirm Peter Haynes as their CEO
Northern NSW Football (NNSWF) has announced Peter Haynes as their new Chief Executive Officer on a three-year contract. Haynes is …
Victoria University researcher Robert Aughey on football technology: “It will be an accepted part of the game very quickly”
Robert Aughey, a researcher and professor from Victoria University, has collaborated with FIFA for several years on leading-edge football technologies. …
FIFA sets up education initiative for digital skills development
The international governing body of association football, FIFA, set in motion its digital skills in an educational program planned to …
The future is looking bright for NSW female referees
The NSW Football Legacy Fund is set to have a huge positive impact of female referees going forward, with a …
NSW football clubs to benefit from injection of funds
Football clubs in NSW will receive a $3.1 million investment from the NSW Liberal and Nationals Government. It was announced …
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 …
Football stakeholders focus on strengthening women’s football, competitiveness and governance
The governing body of European Football, UEFA – the Union of European Football Associations – hosted the latest Convention on …
FIFA Master Alumni contribute to World Cup Qatar success
The FIFA Master Alumni International Sports Conference was hosted in Doha, bringing together over 40 alumni who are involved in …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
“Creating Winning Minds in Qatar” Mike Conway’s exclusive podcast from the Socceroos camp
“The Football Coaching Life” host and Football Coaches Australia Executive Committee member Gary Cole caught up with Mike Conway, Emotional …
Glazer family explores sale of Manchester United
In an official club statement, Manchester United has announced the company’s Board of Directors is commencing a process to explore …
Football Queensland’s 2023-2026 Strategic Plan to meet National Ambition
Designed to meet the targets and ambitions of a united, national strategy for the game, Football Queensland has released the …
Football NSW appoints John Tsatsimas as CEO
Football NSW has announced John Tsatsimas as the organisation’s new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Tsatsimas is an experienced football administrator …
New directors welcomed at Sport NSW Annual General Meeting
Sport NSW hosted its Industry Forum and the Annual General Meeting (AGM) earlier this month in-person for the first time …
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 …
Sportdigital confirmed as a media broadcaster for AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has expanded its media collaboration with Sportdigital to showcase the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 …
Football NSW present strategic plan for 2023-2026
In creating a smooth experience for all, Football NSW has set in motion its strategic plan for 2023-2026, with its …
Chris Nikou re-elected to the ASEAN Football Federation Council
The Association of South East Nations (ASEAN) Football Federation (AFF) Council has re-elected Football Australia Chair Chris Nikou on a …
Capital Football appoint Ivan Slavich as CEO
Capital Football has announced that Ivan Slavich will take over as CEO of the organisation from December onwards. Slavich, a …
Northern Suburbs Football Association announce new CEO
The Northern Suburbs Football Association (NSFA) Board has announced Kevin Johnson as the new CEO for the NSFA and Northern …
A22 Sports Management appoint Bernd Reichart as CEO
European commercial sports development company, A22 Sports Management, has assigned Bernd Reichart as its CEO. As an experienced media and …
FIFA and AFC collaborate to build new stadium in Malaysia
The future of Asian football is set to be lit up in success and betterment with Asian Football Confederation (AFC) …
EA Sports sign multi-year deal with UEFA Women’s Football
EA Sports, the leader that develops and publishes sports video games, has signed a multi-year deal to partner with UEFA …
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 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 …
U.S. Soccer Federation welcomes JT Batson as new CEO
JT Batson has been named as the new CEO / Secretary General of the U.S. Soccer Federation. Batson, who has …
Football NSW CEO Stuart Hodge resigns
Following five and a half years of strong dedication, commitment and contribution to the football community, Stuart Hodge has resigned …
AFC partners with global flooring group Gerflor
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) recently announced a new partnership with global flooring group Gerflor, ahead of the AFC Futsal …
AFC Social Responsibility Committee fosters greater social impact through Asian football
With Asian football’s ever-growing reach continuing to leave a profound and significant impact across the continent, the Asian Football Confederation …
2023 Women’s World Cup Team Base Camps confirmed by FIFA
FIFA has confirmed the short-listed Team Base Camp options that will be available for selection by participating teams (Participating Member …
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 …
Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Greece set for joint 2030 World Cup bid
A reported joint bid for the 2030 World Cup is set to be made by a trio consisting of Saudi …
Reimagined FIFA Fan Festival experience to debut at Qatar 2022 before heading to Australia and New Zealand
FIFA is set to debut a reimagined fan destination and on-site entertainment experience for fans at future FIFA World Cup …