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Full potential on display as Young Socceroos make unprecedented winning run
The Young Socceroos have exceeded and easily set a new standard of how tournament expectations ought to be judged, Matt Olsen writes.
Matt Olsen
Feb 286 min read

Just so it's clear, Valere Germain was NOT right
Christian Marchetti gives his take on Valere Germain's A-League Men exit, the officiating this season, and the discourse surrounding it.
Christian Marchetti
Feb 2711 min read

"Get rid of it!" - Why it's time for Australian football to learn from Japan
In this long read, Ben Horvath suggests that adopting some of Japan's proven strategies would improve the Australian football landscape.
Ben Horvath
Feb 1512 min read

The Australian Championship: Football Australia announce second tier name and branding
Football Australia has announced that its new National Second Tier will be named the 'Australian Championship'.
Christian Marchetti
Feb 124 min read

"A strong foundation" - Inside the journey of Australia's inaugural women's futsal team
Matt Olsen spoke to women's futsal pioneer Marianna Tabain to discuss the formation of the Australian Women's Futsal National Team.
Matt Olsen
Jan 237 min read

The National Second Tier's teething issues
FPF breaks down the situation surrounding the National Second Tier and offers some insights into the proposed competition's future.
Declan Mythen
Dec 19, 20244 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.
Christian Marchetti
Nov 22, 20249 min read

Analysis: The Socceroos look solid, but more must be done in attack
In this analysis, we look at one lingering Socceroos issue, even with a recent managerial change: their struggle to score goals.
Caydn Foley
Nov 16, 20246 min read

Football Australia's new roster principles leave NPL SA Goalkeeper of the Year in limbo
Ryan Neild has been left in limbo as Football Australia’s new roster principles block him from re-signing for Modbury Jets in the NPL SA.
Antonis Pagonis
Nov 14, 20245 min read

Hometown hero Goodwin breathes life into Socceroos World Cup qualifying campaign
In his first Socceroos game in Adelaide, hometown hero Craig Goodwin inspired his side to victory in its 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign.
Antonis Pagonis
Oct 11, 20244 min read

Socceroos-China: Adelaide welcomes back the original foe
Before the Socceroos and China face off again, FPF looks back at their 1923 encounter, the first international football match in Adelaide.
David JA Grant
Oct 7, 20247 min read

Year Zero: The NST foundation clubs in season 2024
We felt it appropriate to examine how the eight National Second Tier foundation clubs fared in their respective 2024 NPL seasons.
Declan Mythen
Sep 25, 20247 min read

A comprehensive guide to elite youth football pathways in Australia
FPF's Ben Horvath has written an extensive guide to what is involved in navigating Australian football's complicated youth pathway system.
Ben Horvath
Sep 17, 202413 min read

Young Matildas outclassed in horrific World Cup showing
The Young Matildas finishing their recent World Cup campaign goalless proves Australia's place in the world game is facing a harsh reality.
Matt Olsen
Sep 11, 20244 min read

Legacy '23: Assessing the impact of the Women's World Cup 12 months on
FPF analyses the Legacy '23 plan’s five pillars as a framework for assessing the impact of the Women's World Cup 12 months on.
Harry Bailey
Aug 31, 20247 min read

Josh Smith: Sparking South Australia's Pacific football boom
Josh Smith spoke to FPF about his efforts that have turned South Australian football into a hub for Pacific Island footballers.
Antonis Pagonis
Aug 29, 20247 min read

Joeys: Pacific paradise waves in on ASEAN champions
As the Joeys conclude their Pacific camp, Matt Olsen reviews how the ASEAN U16 champions fared and the political context behind their trip.
Matt Olsen
Aug 23, 20247 min read

The Koori man shaping the next generation of Indigenous footballers
An Invitational XI comprised of Indigenous players participated for the first time ever at the recent Boys' National Youth Championships.
Cody Ojeda
Jul 26, 20246 min read

A-Leagues: 10 strategies that could help reinvigorate the domestic game
FPF's Ben Horvath has compiled a 10-point plan that he believes will reinvigorate Australian football's domestic competitions.
Ben Horvath
Jun 4, 202412 min read

Matildas in Adelaide: A long awaited return
The Matildas will return to Adelaide for the first time in five years, facing China in just their ninth-ever game in the SA capital.
David JA Grant
May 31, 20247 min read
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