Matt Olsen
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.
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Ian Pulczynski
Dec 28, 20236 min read
"I am very grateful" - Lived experience proving fruitful as Joshua Laws settles in Switzerland
Australian defender Joshua Laws has experienced a lot of movement and hardship during his career. But the adversity has motivated him daily.
Harry Bailey
Dec 25, 20239 min read
Will Australia ever host a men's World Cup?
After abstaining from 2034, FPF analyses the broader football landscape to assess whether a men's World Cup will ever come to Australia.
Caydn Foley
Nov 18, 20234 min read
The cyclical challenge facing Graham Arnold and the Socceroos
Socceroos boss Graham Arnold is already facing the cyclical challenge one game into another FIFA World Cup Qualifying cycle.
Adam Cattell
Nov 17, 20233 min read
Warren Moon: Former A-League Men boss embracing Papua New Guinea challenge
Australian manager Warren Moon spoke to FPF ahead of the Pacific Games, where he will guide Papua New Guinea's men's national team.
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.
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.
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.
Caydn Foley
Sep 22, 20234 min read
Poweroos: One month out, confidence is high for another home World Cup
FPF spoke to Luke David, a member of the Australian Poweroos, about the upcoming Powerchair Football World Cup being held on home soil.
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.
Cody Ojeda
Sep 2, 20237 min read
The FIFA Women's World Cup story: A fan perspective
The Australian public was presented with a unique sporting experience through the FIFA Women's World Cup. And they bought into it.
Antonis Pagonis
Aug 24, 20238 min read
What Matildas and Socceroos World Cup supporters need to do now
Following the FIFA Women's World Cup, FPF looks into the actions Australia's diverse fan groups must carry out as the game moves forward.
Cody Ojeda
Aug 23, 20237 min read
The good, bad, and promising from the Matildas World Cup campaign
FPF deep dives into the Matildas Women's World Cup campaign and looks at the past month's good, bad, and promising signs.
Jack Twohill
Aug 16, 20234 min read
Emily van Egmond: Australia's stand-in hero
Emily van Egmond adapted to a new role at the World Cup and showed the expertise expected of an experienced international.
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.
Christian Marchetti
Aug 9, 202310 min read
Matildas Opposition Watch: France
FPF was at Hindmarsh Stadium on Tuesday night to witness a firsthand insight into the tactical challenges France will pose for the Matildas.
Antonis Pagonis
Aug 3, 20234 min read
South Australia's Charli Grant proud of "full guns blazing" World Cup debut
Despite the job being done for the Matildas against Canada, Tony Gustavsson provided SA fullback Charli Grant with the moment of a lifetime.
Christian Marchetti
Jul 27, 202314 min read
Matt Ross: The former school teacher and bus driver coaching at a home World Cup
FPF recently spoke to South Korea's assistant coach, Australian Matt Ross, about his inspirational coaching journey.
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.
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