Matt Olsen
Magic in Perth proves Matildas audience is here to stay
The second round of AFC Olympic Qualifying provided the perfect spark to keep Australia on board the Matildas hype train.
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Matt Olsen
Oct 26, 20235 min read
Miles Downie: Leading a Futsalroos revival and growing the pathway
FPF spoke to Futsalroos Head Coach Miles Downie to review their recent Asian Cup qualification and the latest developments with the sport.
Matt Olsen
Sep 6, 20235 min read
The road to Paris: Vidmar and the Olyroos wary of early challenge
FPF spoke to Olyroos manager Tony Vidmar to discuss life in camp and what we can expect from the team as they begin Asian Cup qualifying.
Matt Olsen
Aug 16, 20236 min read
FIFA Women's World Cup 2023: Ex-Matildas boss Darby discusses "ideal" semi-final blockbuster
We delved back into the archives to speak with Steve Darby, a trailblazing English manager for the Australia National Women's soccer team.
Matt Olsen
Aug 12, 20235 min read
The Matildas' moment: The World Cup history shaping a quarterfinal for the ages
The Matildas team, who have taken the country by storm, out-rating the AFL Grand Final on free-to-air television, has always existed.
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.
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.
Matt Olsen
Jun 13, 20236 min read
Danny Hay: The former All Whites boss discusses his surprising move out west
FPF sat down with former New Zealand boss Danny Hay to discuss his managerial career, why he joined Perth SC, and what lies ahead.
Matt Olsen
Jun 7, 20235 min read
Ruben's replacement: Six potential candidates for the Perth Glory job
On the eve of Grand Final day, Ruben Zadkovich resigned, and the managerial post at Perth Glory now lays dormant. So who will fill the role?
Matt Olsen
Apr 29, 20239 min read
FSAA: The new fan association aiming to "always get involved"
Australian football has long desired for an association that fights for its supporters. Earlier this week, the FSAA officially launched.
Matt Olsen
Apr 25, 20235 min read
"A game changer" - Football West CEO Jamie Harnwell discusses WA's new football centre
Having long lacked stature and investment, football in Western Australia has an upcoming project to pull itself into relevance.
Matt Olsen
Apr 9, 20238 min read
FPF exclusive: Mustafa Amini on Jurgen Klopp, Danish drama, and becoming a Socceroo
In an exclusive interview, Mustafa Amini spoke to FPF to discuss his career and what brought him to wearing the armband for Perth Glory.
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.
Matt Olsen
Dec 3, 20225 min read
The most common misconception about the Socceroos heroic class of 2022
As the fallout from Australia's second victory at the World Cup rolled on, the media elite continued a particular theme in this country.
Matt Olsen
Oct 5, 20224 min read
Radical nationalism and uniting the football pyramid
Upon one of Australian football's most important days, fans had witnessed and experienced a controversial, mostly vile set of events.
Matt Olsen
Aug 22, 20224 min read
Young Matildas outclassed despite strong individual performances
Australia's U-20 Women's World Cup campaign is over. But the girls who did their country proud may undoubtedly hold their heads high.
Matt Olsen
May 13, 20223 min read
Your guide to the 2022 A-League Men finals series
This A-League Men season has been tumultuous. But the finale for the plate may provide a fresh look at the newly independent first tier.
Matt Olsen
Mar 18, 20223 min read
All Whites success vital for the promotion of the A-Leagues
How does Australian football, specifically the shared first division, maximise off the back of an exciting and pulsating All Whites team?
Matt Olsen
Feb 4, 20224 min read
An Old Firm derby with the Celtic fans adoring Ange's reign down under
For the Perth Celtic Supporters Club, the latest Old Firm derby in Scotland, the second under Ange Postecoglou, was a memorable experience.
Matt Olsen
Jan 28, 20223 min read
WAC 2022: An obvious gulf in class as the Matildas enter strange quarter-final draw
The 2022 AFC Women's Asian Cup is off to a predictable and uninspiring inaugural phase.
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