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Analysis: Where did it go wrong for Adelaide United against Sydney FC?

Christian Marchetti

Nov 12, 20237 min read

Analysis: Where did it go wrong for Adelaide United against Sydney FC?

FPF looks closely at where it all went wrong for Adelaide United in their heavy defeat to Sydney FC in A-League Men Round 4 action.

A-League Men: The U21 players to watch this season

Jake Holub

Nov 10, 202310 min read

A-League Men: The U21 players to watch this season

Going through each club, FPF has compiled a list of players in the U21 age demographic you should watch over the new A-League Men season.

The killer instinct Rob Stanton's Newcastle Jets are lacking so far

Jack Twohill

Nov 7, 20234 min read

The killer instinct Rob Stanton's Newcastle Jets are lacking so far

The promise shown by Rob Stanton's Newcastle has made their 2023/24 start all the more frustrating, as the Jets lack a killer instinct.

The big Mariners question as early signs suggest title defence is unravelling

Matt Olsen

Nov 6, 20234 min read

The big Mariners question as early signs suggest title defence is unravelling

The Central Coast Mariners have outshot their opponents in every match this season, so where is it going wrong for Mark Jackson's side?

How did Adelaide United's young charges fare against original rivals Melbourne Victory?

Antonis Pagonis

Nov 6, 20235 min read

How did Adelaide United's young charges fare against original rivals Melbourne Victory?

FPF examines how Carl Veart’s trust in his young players produced mixed results for Adelaide United against Melbourne Victory at AAMI Park.

Caydn Foley

Nov 6, 20234 min read

Nestory Irankunda's youthful exuberance

Alex King will be the A-League Men's hot topic this week after handing Nestory Irankunda two debatable yellow cards in the Original Rivalry.

Keeping it simple: Aurelio Vidmar's Melbourne City debut

Caydn Foley

Nov 5, 20234 min read

Keeping it simple: Aurelio Vidmar's Melbourne City debut

After only a few days with his players, new Melbourne City manager Aurelio Vidmar opted for a simple approach against Sydney FC.

Magic in Perth proves Matildas audience is here to stay

Matt Olsen

Nov 2, 20234 min read

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.

Superb movement, overcoming fatigue, and a Socceroos claim: Fornaroli's incredible four-goal haul

Caydn Foley

Oct 31, 20234 min read

Superb movement, overcoming fatigue, and a Socceroos claim: Fornaroli's incredible four-goal haul

Bruno Fornaroli's four goals on Sunday saw him make lethal runs, overcome fatigue, and stake a claim for a Socceroos recall.

Continuity and holistic performances shaping Adelaide United's incredible 2023/24 start

Christian Marchetti

Oct 30, 20239 min read

Continuity and holistic performances shaping Adelaide United's incredible 2023/24 start

With a perfect start to 2023/24, and perhaps their best win under Carl Veart, Adelaide United's strategy may reap more rewards this season.

It's time for Australian football to unite and discard the negativity

Ben Horvath

Oct 29, 202312 min read

It's time for Australian football to unite and discard the negativity

FPF's Ben Horvath explains why it’s time for Australian football to unite and change the negative mindset that has often held the game back.

Philosophy, style of play, tactics: Analysing new Central Coast Mariners boss Mark Jackson

Harry Bailey

Oct 27, 20239 min read

Philosophy, style of play, tactics: Analysing new Central Coast Mariners boss Mark Jackson

FPF analyses the coaching history, philosophy, and possible tactics new Central Coast Mariners manager Mark Jackson might use this season.

Miles Downie: Leading a Futsalroos revival and growing the pathway

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.

Kano philosophy aims to make national team success possible through grassroots connection

Antonis Pagonis

Oct 24, 20237 min read

Kano philosophy aims to make national team success possible through grassroots connection

Kano Football co-founder Ehsan Popal spoke to FPF about his program's strategy, connections to Japanese football, and its long-term goal.

The redemption stories from Adelaide United's season-opening victory

Antonis Pagonis

Oct 23, 20235 min read

The redemption stories from Adelaide United's season-opening victory

At the core of Adelaide United's Round 1 triumph was a group who showed glimpses of overcoming the challenges that plagued them in 2022/23.

Heward-Belle strengthens starting claim in Western United's A-League Men opener

Caydn Foley

Oct 22, 20233 min read

Heward-Belle strengthens starting claim in Western United's A-League Men opener

During their A-League Men opener, Thomas Heward-Belle staked his claim to be Western United's first-choice goalkeeper moving forward.

Analysing Nestory Irankunda's first Adelaide United start

Christian Marchetti

Oct 21, 20236 min read

Analysing Nestory Irankunda's first Adelaide United start

FPF looks at how Nestory Irankunda fared on his first ever start, as Adelaide United began the new A-League Men season in style.

Sydney reign supreme? FPF predicts the 2023/24 A-League Men season

Cody Ojeda

Oct 20, 20237 min read

Sydney reign supreme? FPF predicts the 2023/24 A-League Men season

FPF contributors predict the top six, Grand Final and Golden Boot winner, and Johnny Warren Medallist for the new A-League Men season.

Alagich and Adelaide United's youngsters keen to prove they "can play at this level" in 2023/24

Antonis Pagonis

Oct 19, 20236 min read

Alagich and Adelaide United's youngsters keen to prove they "can play at this level" in 2023/24

Ethan Alagich, one of many Adelaide United youngsters set to feature in 2023/24, spoke to FPF ahead of the club's A-League Men opener.

"These players are worth it" - Adrian Stenta and Adelaide United's vision for 2023/24

Antonis Pagonis

Oct 11, 20236 min read

"These players are worth it" - Adrian Stenta and Adelaide United's vision for 2023/24

Adrian Stenta, the first full-time Adelaide United Women's Head Coach, spoke to FPF about his side's ambitions ahead of the 2023/24 season.