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Why Nicholas Bucco and Adelaide City remain as motivated as ever for season 2023

Antonis Pagonis

Feb 16, 20234 min read

Why Nicholas Bucco and Adelaide City remain as motivated as ever for season 2023

Nicholas Bucco recently discussed why Adelaide City will be ready to deal with the ever-present target on its back on the FPF Podcast.

NPL SA 2023: The best and worst case scenario for each club heading into the new season

Antonis Pagonis

Feb 15, 202313 min read

NPL SA 2023: The best and worst case scenario for each club heading into the new season

South Australia's National Premier League competition returns this week. Front Page Football looks at how each team's season may play out.

Four players who would benefit from an NPL loan in 2023

Caydn Foley

Feb 13, 20235 min read

Four players who would benefit from an NPL loan in 2023

An under-utilised option for A-League clubs is loaning their younger players to NPL clubs for more game time or accelerating development.

Jack Twohill

Feb 10, 20234 min read

Youth in focus: Vesna Milivojevic

Our 'Youth In Focus' this week highlights the talents of Canberra United's Vesna Milivojević, who is steadily building a terrific career.

Heat waves and football: An A-Leagues controversy

Jack Twohill

Feb 9, 20235 min read

Heat waves and football: An A-Leagues controversy

A new approach to A-Leagues scheduling and player welfare is required to keep the league cool, crisp, and fresh to the consumer.

The story of Nicholas Olsen: Australian football's unlikely trailblazer

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.

"No man left behind" - How Jayden LoBasso's community aided his recovery and return from GBS

Antonis Pagonis

Feb 5, 20237 min read

"No man left behind" - How Jayden LoBasso's community aided his recovery and return from GBS

Adelaide Comets defender Jayden LoBasso joined Johnny Keko on the Kickin' It Local Podcast recently to discuss how he overcame GBS.

Jack Twohill

Feb 3, 20234 min read

Youth in focus: Callan Elliot

Wellington's Callan Elliot is another modern full-back cutting his teeth at Australia's (and New Zealand's) highest level.

The winners and losers of the World Cup break

Cody Ojeda

Feb 2, 20238 min read

The winners and losers of the World Cup break

Whether positive or negative, a winter World Cup, or summer for Australians, has undoubtedly had an impact on sides across the A-League Men.

Youth in focus: Kirsty Fenton and Keegan Jelacic

Jack Twohill

Jan 27, 20235 min read

Youth in focus: Kirsty Fenton and Keegan Jelacic

Youngsters are more often than not catalysts for change. FPF again looks at another promising duo leaving their mark on season 2022/23.

"I had one goal in my head" - How NPL prodigy Hassan Jalloh earned a contract in Europe

Ian Pulczynski

Jan 25, 20236 min read

"I had one goal in my head" - How NPL prodigy Hassan Jalloh earned a contract in Europe

After a breakout 2022 season, Aussie football fans have plenty to look forward to in promising winger Hassan Jalloh.

Youth in focus: Chloe Lincoln and Samuel Silvera

Jack Twohill

Jan 20, 20235 min read

Youth in focus: Chloe Lincoln and Samuel Silvera

Another round of A-Leagues football means FPF looks again to some of its emerging talents, specifically Chloe Lincoln and Samuel Silvera.

Luis Lawrie-Lattanzio's young rollercoaster journey leads to personal growth and reflection

Antonis Pagonis

Jan 18, 20234 min read

Luis Lawrie-Lattanzio's young rollercoaster journey leads to personal growth and reflection

Luis Lawrie-Lattanzio shared experiences from his career and opened up about his pride in his indigenous identity in an interview with FPF.

Macedonia Park and the smaller stadiums argument

Dylan Bozicevic

Jan 17, 20236 min read

Macedonia Park and the smaller stadiums argument

Macedonia Park was only seen as a temporary home. But it could start conversations around how atmosphere can be reignited in the A-Leagues.

Carbon Athletic: The Aussie duo protecting the stars at home and abroad

Christian Marchetti

Jan 13, 20238 min read

Carbon Athletic: The Aussie duo protecting the stars at home and abroad

Australian company Carbon Athletic and their popular carbon fiber shin guards protected Socceroos and global stars at the FIFA World Cup.

Youth in focus: Ava Pritchard and Nestory Irankunda

Jack Twohill

Dec 30, 20224 min read

Youth in focus: Ava Pritchard and Nestory Irankunda

Christmas has come and gone, but the gift of youthful talent plying their trade in the A-Leagues keeps giving.

A closer look at Patrick Kisnorbo's new challenge in France

Jeremy Magan

Dec 28, 20225 min read

A closer look at Patrick Kisnorbo's new challenge in France

Patrick Kisnorbo will become the first Australian to coach a men’s team in one of Europe’s top five leagues tomorrow morning.

Qatar's alcohol ban a blessing in disguise

Ian Pulczynski

Dec 21, 20225 min read

Qatar's alcohol ban a blessing in disguise

The absence of publicly available alcohol during the 2022 World Cup was something to be celebrated, not frowned upon by critics and fans.

Dylan Bozicevic

Dec 20, 202211 min read

Does a new era dawn for the Socceroos?

The FA have initiated talks to renew Graham Arnold’s contract. But many other names have been mentioned as the next Socceroos manager.

Youth in focus: Melina Ayres and Angus Thurgate

Jack Twohill

Dec 17, 20224 min read

Youth in focus: Melina Ayres and Angus Thurgate

This week, FPF presents the best and brightest men and women together in our 'Youth In Focus' series. Two for the price of one, how good!