Christian Marchetti

Frozen out? A deep dive into the Bruno Fornaroli situation

Christian Marchetti

Nov 3010 min read

Frozen out? A deep dive into the Bruno Fornaroli situation

We delve deeper into the Bruno Fornaroli situation to understand why he has seemingly been frozen out and what his future could hold.

Bahrain bemusement: Socceroos must learn from their missed opportunities

Christian Marchetti

Nov 229 min read

Bahrain bemusement: Socceroos must learn from their missed opportunities

After seemingly cruising to a win against Bahrain, a late equaliser pulled the Socceroos out of a hole they should never have been in.

All the takeaways from Tony Popovic's first game as Socceroos boss

Christian Marchetti

Oct 1319 min read

All the takeaways from Tony Popovic's first game as Socceroos boss

Christian Marchetti has put together an extensive list of takeaways from the Socceroos' first game of the Tony Popovic era against China.

Upper 90 College: Promoting a "no-brainer" pathway for Australian footballers

Christian Marchetti

Jul 126 min read

Upper 90 College: Promoting a "no-brainer" pathway for Australian footballers

Upper 90 College Founder John Stevanja is a major advocate for the American college system being a viable pathway for Australian youngsters.

The subtle signs that Nestory Irankunda's development is accelerating

Christian Marchetti

Apr 510 min read

The subtle signs that Nestory Irankunda's development is accelerating

After a challenging mid-season period, Nestory Irankunda is finishing the season by undertaking essential steps in his development.

Kasey Wehrman: The former Socceroo calling Norway his second home

Christian Marchetti

Mar 2817 min read

Kasey Wehrman: The former Socceroo calling Norway his second home

FPF recently spoke to former Socceroo and Olympian Kasey Wehrman about his close relationship with Norwegian football.

A-League Men: Understanding the erratic nature of Adelaide United's recent displays

Christian Marchetti

Dec 12, 20237 min read

A-League Men: Understanding the erratic nature of Adelaide United's recent displays

On Sunday, Carl Veart was left pondering another game where Adelaide United displayed the varying extremes plaguing their performances.

The agent's perspective: Nestory Irankunda signs for Bayern Munich

Christian Marchetti

Nov 19, 20239 min read

The agent's perspective: Nestory Irankunda signs for Bayern Munich

In this exclusive, FPF spoke to Nestory Irankunda's agent about his Bayern Munich move and why it is the right club for the teenager.

Analysis: Where did it go wrong for Adelaide United against Sydney FC?

Christian Marchetti

Nov 12, 20237 min read

Analysis: Where did it go wrong for Adelaide United against Sydney FC?

FPF looks closely at where it all went wrong for Adelaide United in their heavy defeat to Sydney FC in A-League Men Round 4 action.

Continuity and holistic performances shaping Adelaide United's incredible 2023/24 start

Christian Marchetti

Oct 30, 20239 min read

Continuity and holistic performances shaping Adelaide United's incredible 2023/24 start

With a perfect start to 2023/24, and perhaps their best win under Carl Veart, Adelaide United's strategy may reap more rewards this season.

Analysing Nestory Irankunda's first Adelaide United start

Christian Marchetti

Oct 21, 20236 min read

Analysing Nestory Irankunda's first Adelaide United start

FPF looks at how Nestory Irankunda fared on his first ever start, as Adelaide United began the new A-League Men season in style.

Christian Marchetti

Aug 9, 202310 min read

Matildas Opposition Watch: France

FPF was at Hindmarsh Stadium on Tuesday night to witness a firsthand insight into the tactical challenges France will pose for the Matildas.

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.

The Matildas didn't solve Ireland, but they won

Christian Marchetti

Jul 21, 20238 min read

The Matildas didn't solve Ireland, but they won

Scrappy. Nervy. Ugly. FPF was at Stadium Australia to provide an insight into how Australia overcame a plucky Irish outfit.

Sam Kerr says World Cup legacy has "already been made" for Australian football

Christian Marchetti

Jul 19, 20233 min read

Sam Kerr says World Cup legacy has "already been made" for Australian football

Matildas star Sam Kerr says the Women's World Cup legacy has already been created for Australian football by the country being the co-host.

FIFA Museum honours Sam Kerr as a face of women's football ahead of World Cup

Christian Marchetti

Jul 19, 20234 min read

FIFA Museum honours Sam Kerr as a face of women's football ahead of World Cup

Matildas star Sam Kerr has been honoured as a role model of women's football within a new FIFA Museum exhibition in Sydney.

Australia's Casey Reibelt keen for "surreal" moment officiating at a home World Cup

Christian Marchetti

Jul 18, 20235 min read

Australia's Casey Reibelt keen for "surreal" moment officiating at a home World Cup

While the Matildas garner significant attention at the FIFA Women's World Cup, it's also an important tournament for Australia's referees.

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.

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.