Latest News 8/29

"A student of the game" - Damir Prodanovic's fascinating journey to the Newcastle Jets

Jack Twohill

Feb 279 min read

"A student of the game" - Damir Prodanovic's fascinating journey to the Newcastle Jets

Damir Prodanovic recently spoke to FPF about his journey to A-League Men's assistant management at the Newcastle Jets.

NPL SA 2024: A defining question for each club heading into the new season

Antonis Pagonis

Feb 2310 min read

NPL SA 2024: A defining question for each club heading into the new season

FPF asks one defining question for each NPL SA club ahead of an exciting 2024 season.

An AFC Cup playoffs preview with 'The Ball in Asia'

Matt Olsen

Feb 226 min read

An AFC Cup playoffs preview with 'The Ball in Asia'

An Asian football expert gives an outside look on Australian football before Macarthur and the Central Coast Mariners' huge AFC Cup tie.

Selection headaches for Vidmar ahead of Melbourne City run-in

Caydn Foley

Feb 214 min read

Selection headaches for Vidmar ahead of Melbourne City run-in

Marco Tilio and Mathew Leckie's Melbourne City returns bring quality. But they also bring selection dilemmas for manager Aurelio Vidmar.

The Local Game: South Australia's new weekly football show

Antonis Pagonis

Feb 214 min read

The Local Game: South Australia's new weekly football show

FPF recently spoke to Johnny Keko about 'The Local Game', his new weekly TV show covering South Australian football.

Giving the kids a go: Western United's increased reliance on their academy

Jake Holub

Feb 204 min read

Giving the kids a go: Western United's increased reliance on their academy

FPF analyses the promising young talent at Western United, where nine academy graduates have already made senior debuts this season.

NPL SA 2024: Seven storylines to look forward to ahead of the new season

Antonis Pagonis

Feb 186 min read

NPL SA 2024: Seven storylines to look forward to ahead of the new season

As South Australia prepares for the 2024 NPL season, FPF looks at seven storylines to look out for heading into the new campaign.

Failing to convert: Melbourne Victory's all too familiar issue

Caydn Foley

Feb 165 min read

Failing to convert: Melbourne Victory's all too familiar issue

With Melbourne Victory's 15-game undefeated streak over, Tony Popovic's side must address their all too familiar wastefulness.

Irankunda's journey hits spiralling pressure as he navigates increasing demands

Jose Campo

Feb 165 min read

Irankunda's journey hits spiralling pressure as he navigates increasing demands

Heavy media scrutiny and seemingly increasing expectations are starting to reflect in Nestory Irankunda's performances.

12 simple and practical reforms to improve Australia's men's youth pathways

Ben Horvath

Feb 1015 min read

12 simple and practical reforms to improve Australia's men's youth pathways

Ben Horvath outlines 12 initiatives that could be introduced to improve Australian football's men's youth development system.

The Newcastle Jets remain competitive in the face of adversity

Jack Twohill

Feb 95 min read

The Newcastle Jets remain competitive in the face of adversity

Despite what is shaping up as a disappointing season, the Newcastle Jets remain competitive with clear signs of progress on the field.

A two-year wait: Adelaide United's James Delianov rewarded for patience and professionalism

Antonis Pagonis

Feb 76 min read

A two-year wait: Adelaide United's James Delianov rewarded for patience and professionalism

After two years on the outer, James Delianov has reclaimed the position of starting goalkeeper at Adelaide United.

The AFC Asian Cup: A generation-defining quarter-final awaits the Socceroos

Matt Olsen

Feb 25 min read

The AFC Asian Cup: A generation-defining quarter-final awaits the Socceroos

The anticipation for an Asian Cup quarter-final en route to one of the easiest semi-final draws in Australia's history is off the charts.

Issues remain despite Melbourne City's return to the top six

Caydn Foley

Jan 314 min read

Issues remain despite Melbourne City's return to the top six

The acquisition of James Jeggo could fill the void left by Hamza Sakhi, but other issues still remain prevalent for Melbourne City.

How can Melbourne Victory effectively overcome Bruno Fornaroli's absence?

Jake Holub

Jan 306 min read

How can Melbourne Victory effectively overcome Bruno Fornaroli's absence?

FPF looks at how Melbourne Victory can address a Bruno Fornaroli-shaped hole in attack as the team struggles to break down low blocks.

The AFC Asian Cup: Socceroos under the microscope on the road to glory

Matt Olsen

Jan 285 min read

The AFC Asian Cup: Socceroos under the microscope on the road to glory

Within all the Asian Cup chaos lies the narrative of whether or not the Socceroos can claim the country's second continental title.

The good, bad, and funny of the inaugural A-Leagues Unite Round

Antonis Pagonis

Jan 186 min read

The good, bad, and funny of the inaugural A-Leagues Unite Round

FPF looks back at the inaugural Unite Round weekend and what needs to be embraced and changed as the fate of the concept is decided in 2025.

The AFC Asian Cup: Patience and respect key for Australia ahead of Syrian assault

Matt Olsen

Jan 184 min read

The AFC Asian Cup: Patience and respect key for Australia ahead of Syrian assault

With underdogs increasingly showing their worth at the Asian Cup, it may be the wrong time for the Socceroos to face an eager Syria.

How Hiroshi Ibusuki transformed into Adelaide United's "leading light"

Antonis Pagonis

Jan 175 min read

How Hiroshi Ibusuki transformed into Adelaide United's "leading light"

FPF looks at how Carl Veart's recent tactical shake-up has increased the output of Adelaide United's Japanese striker Hiroshi Ibusuki.

The AFC Asian Cup: A closer look at the Socceroos' next challenge

Matt Olsen

Jan 137 min read

The AFC Asian Cup: A closer look at the Socceroos' next challenge

Who has a claim to be the new king of Asia? Will Group B likely be dominated by Australia and Uzbekistan? Read FPF's full Asian Cup preview.