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Is the popularity of amateur sports gambling a concern for the NPL?

Harry Bailey

Jul 26, 20236 min read

Is the popularity of amateur sports gambling a concern for the NPL?

With amateur sports betting increasing in popularity, when does placing a bet impact the equity and integrity of Australian football?

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.

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.

NPL SA 2023: The winners and losers from Round 20

Antonis Pagonis

Jul 18, 20235 min read

NPL SA 2023: The winners and losers from Round 20

FPF again looks at each week's big winners and losers from the action-packed 2023 NPL SA season. Check out our picks from Round 20.

Three things Rob Stanton needs to prioritise at the Newcastle Jets

Jack Twohill

Jul 16, 20238 min read

Three things Rob Stanton needs to prioritise at the Newcastle Jets

Entering at a significant point in their history, FPF looks at three objectives Rob Stanton should eye as the new Newcastle Jets manager.

An open letter to Anthony Albanese regarding the future of Australian football

Caydn Foley

Jul 15, 20235 min read

An open letter to Anthony Albanese regarding the future of Australian football

There will soon be a massive increase of eyes on Australia’s footballing culture. With that will come an increased amount of scrutiny.

Ezio Mormile: The humble but vital cog in the Mariners' "holistic" championship approach

Antonis Pagonis

Jul 14, 20239 min read

Ezio Mormile: The humble but vital cog in the Mariners' "holistic" championship approach

The Central Coast Mariners' mindset coach Ezio Mormile spoke to FPF about what makes the club tick from a psychological perspective.

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.

The festival providing a platform for emerging female football writers

Cody Ojeda

Jul 12, 20235 min read

The festival providing a platform for emerging female football writers

The hype for the Women’s World Cup on Australian soil is set to be accelerated with the Football Writers Festival commencing this weekend.

NPL SA 2023: The winners and losers from Round 19

Antonis Pagonis

Jul 10, 20235 min read

NPL SA 2023: The winners and losers from Round 19

FPF again looks at each week's big winners and losers from the action-packed 2023 NPL SA season. Check out our picks from Round 19.

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.

NPL SA 2023: The winners and losers from Round 18

Antonis Pagonis

Jul 4, 20235 min read

NPL SA 2023: The winners and losers from Round 18

FPF again looks at each week's big winners and losers from the action-packed 2023 NPL SA season. Check out our picks from Round 18.

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.

Tom Monsigneur's Adelaide Comets aim to take care of "unfinished business" in 2023

Antonis Pagonis

Jun 30, 20235 min read

Tom Monsigneur's Adelaide Comets aim to take care of "unfinished business" in 2023

The Adelaide Comets are enjoying their best-ever WNPL season. Head Coach Tom Monsigneur spoke to FPF about what is driving his team in 2023.

Australia Cup qualifiers Goulburn Valley Suns putting Shepparton back on the map

Declan Mythen

Jun 27, 20235 min read

Australia Cup qualifiers Goulburn Valley Suns putting Shepparton back on the map

GV Suns were created in 2013 to compete in the inaugural NPL Victoria season. Now, they have qualified for the Australia Cup Final Rounds.

The PFA 2022 World Cup survey: Socceroos are "united" on the path forward

Antonis Pagonis

Jun 27, 20235 min read

The PFA 2022 World Cup survey: Socceroos are "united" on the path forward

Following the Socceroos most successful FIFA World Cup, the PFA anonymously surveyed Graham Arnold's 26-man squad. FPF reviewed the results.