Aussies Abroad 2/4

Australian footballers and the Saudi Pro League: A brief history

James Allen

Aug 26, 20234 min read

Australian footballers and the Saudi Pro League: A brief history

Before $1 million per week wages and a $500 million net spend, the Saudi Pro League was the home of many prominent Australian footballers.

Matt Ross: The former school teacher and bus driver coaching at a home World Cup

Christian Marchetti

Jul 27, 202314 min read

Matt Ross: The former school teacher and bus driver coaching at a home World Cup

FPF recently spoke to South Korea's assistant coach, Australian Matt Ross, about his inspirational coaching journey.

FIFA Women's World Cup 2023: The Australian connections from Group E to H

Matt Olsen

Jul 22, 20233 min read

FIFA Women's World Cup 2023: The Australian connections from Group E to H

FPF has curated a list of ten teams Australian fans should watch at the Women's World Cup, given their hidden connection to the country.

FIFA Women's World Cup 2023: The Australian connections from Group A to D

Matt Olsen

Jul 13, 20235 min read

FIFA Women's World Cup 2023: The Australian connections from Group A to D

FPF has curated a list of ten teams Australian fans should watch at the Women's World Cup, given their hidden connection to the country.

Tactical Analysis: How will Ange Postecoglou set up Tottenham this season?

James Allen

Jul 7, 20234 min read

Tactical Analysis: How will Ange Postecoglou set up Tottenham this season?

FPF breaks down Ange Postecoglou's previous tactical approaches to identify the ideal system for his new Tottenham Hotspur outfit.

Pacifique Niyongabire: The former A-League Men winger thriving in Canada

Christian Marchetti

Jul 5, 20236 min read

Pacifique Niyongabire: The former A-League Men winger thriving in Canada

Pacifique Niyongabire spoke to FPF about his move to Canada, his time in the A-League Men, and representing Burundi internationally.

IberCup ANZ: The group exposing Australian talent to a prestigious international pathway

Christian Marchetti

Jul 1, 202314 min read

IberCup ANZ: The group exposing Australian talent to a prestigious international pathway

In November 2022, IberCup ANZ was created as the Oceania arm of IberCup, one of the most esteemed international youth football tournaments.

Analysis: Cameron Devlin's 2022/23 and his Socceroos future

James Allen

Jun 25, 20234 min read

Analysis: Cameron Devlin's 2022/23 and his Socceroos future

In 2022/23, Cameron Devlin was crucial for Hearts as they finished fourth behind Aberdeen, Rangers, and Ange Postecoglou's Celtic.

"Treated like a rockstar" - Mauk on life in Japan and aspirations for Australian football

Jack Twohill

Jun 22, 20237 min read

"Treated like a rockstar" - Mauk on life in Japan and aspirations for Australian football

FPF recently spoke to Stefan Mauk to discuss his 2023 season, life in Japan, and his willingness to beat the drum for football in Australia.

"I can't miss this party!" - Forza Napoli Sempre from South Australia

Antonis Pagonis

May 16, 20235 min read

"I can't miss this party!" - Forza Napoli Sempre from South Australia

Napoli waited 33 years to reclaim the Scudetto. FPF spoke to a South Australian fan about how the achievement was celebrated in the state.

No A-League experience, no worries: Sabit Ngor's unique Finland adventure

Ian Pulczynski

May 10, 20235 min read

No A-League experience, no worries: Sabit Ngor's unique Finland adventure

Players like Sabit Ngor are skipping the A-League Men queue to grasp the chance at a professional contract in Europe - before it's too late.

How young Aussie footballers can benefit from the US college system

Christian Marchetti

May 3, 202313 min read

How young Aussie footballers can benefit from the US college system

FPF recently got an insight into how young Aussie footballers can benefit from the college pathways in the United States.

Too big a jump? Analysing Patrick Kisnorbo's start at Troyes

Jeremy Magan

Mar 1, 20234 min read

Too big a jump? Analysing Patrick Kisnorbo's start at Troyes

Three months into Patrick Kisnorbo's stint as ESTAC Troyes manager, the club's fans are asking how long the experiment will last.

The story of Nicholas Olsen: Australian football's unlikely trailblazer

Matt Olsen

Feb 8, 202310 min read

The story of Nicholas Olsen: Australian football's unlikely trailblazer

FPF sat down for a chat about all things football with Nicholas Olsen. The ex-Brisbane Roar defender has a journey that must be cherished.

"I had one goal in my head" - How NPL prodigy Hassan Jalloh earned a contract in Europe

Ian Pulczynski

Jan 25, 20236 min read

"I had one goal in my head" - How NPL prodigy Hassan Jalloh earned a contract in Europe

After a breakout 2022 season, Aussie football fans have plenty to look forward to in promising winger Hassan Jalloh.

Carbon Athletic: The Aussie duo protecting the stars at home and abroad

Christian Marchetti

Jan 13, 20238 min read

Carbon Athletic: The Aussie duo protecting the stars at home and abroad

Australian company Carbon Athletic and their popular carbon fiber shin guards protected Socceroos and global stars at the FIFA World Cup.

A closer look at Patrick Kisnorbo's new challenge in France

Jeremy Magan

Dec 28, 20225 min read

A closer look at Patrick Kisnorbo's new challenge in France

Patrick Kisnorbo will become the first Australian to coach a men’s team in one of Europe’s top five leagues tomorrow morning.

Qatar's alcohol ban a blessing in disguise

Ian Pulczynski

Dec 21, 20225 min read

Qatar's alcohol ban a blessing in disguise

The absence of publicly available alcohol during the 2022 World Cup was something to be celebrated, not frowned upon by critics and fans.

Tunisia, Denmark, France: What the Socceroos can expect from their opponents in Qatar

Jeremy Magan

Nov 18, 202215 min read

Tunisia, Denmark, France: What the Socceroos can expect from their opponents in Qatar

Getting out of Group D at the World Cup will be no small feat for Australia, given the talent they are facing.

"Scoring green goals" - How a South Australian company is helping at FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

Antonis Pagonis

Oct 25, 20224 min read

"Scoring green goals" - How a South Australian company is helping at FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

Little thought goes into the after-effects of an event such as the World Cup. But a South Australian company is trying to change that.