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Previewing an exciting month for Australia's "other" national teams
After critical periods for the Socceroos and the Matildas, Australia's "other" national teams now have a massive few weeks ahead of them.
Matt Olsen
Mar 21, 20245 min read

Flexibility key to Matildas success at the Paris Olympics
Last Wednesday night saw the Matildas secure qualification for the Olympics, smashing Uzbekistan in an overpowering display.
Jake Holub
Mar 7, 20245 min read

The good, bad, and funny of the inaugural A-Leagues Unite Round
FPF looks back at the inaugural Unite Round weekend and what needs to be embraced and changed as the fate of the concept is decided in 2025.
Antonis Pagonis
Jan 18, 20246 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.
Harry Bailey
Dec 25, 20239 min read

Clogball: Adam Muyt's research into "a hidden history" of Australian football
Author Adam Muyt recently spoke to FPF about his book Clogball and the Dutch influence on Australian football throughout history.
Declan Mythen
Dec 7, 20235 min read

Holly McNamara's injury woes could be the making of her career
Holly McNamara must overcome pain and adversity again. Jack Twohill explains why her injury struggles could be the making of her career.
Jack Twohill
Nov 22, 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.
Matt Olsen
Nov 2, 20234 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.
Ben Horvath
Oct 29, 202312 min read

Loved the World Cup? Here's why you should get behind the A-League Women
As the country's domestic competition approaches, FPF looks at why fans who enjoyed the Women's World Cup should support the A-League Women.
Antonis Pagonis
Sep 29, 20235 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.
Caydn Foley
Sep 22, 20234 min read

Michele Lastella: Developing tomorrow's South Australian Matildas
FPF spoke to Michele Lastella, the Head Coach of the FSA NTC program, about the crucial development path for young female footballers in SA.
Antonis Pagonis
Sep 7, 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.
Cody Ojeda
Sep 2, 20237 min read

A missed opportunity? Analysing the Newcastle Jets' Coffs Harbour return
Newcastle will again travel to the Coffs Coast this pre-season, engaging with the vibrant football community in the mid-north region of NSW.
Jack Twohill
Aug 26, 20234 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.
Antonis Pagonis
Aug 24, 20238 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.
Cody Ojeda
Aug 23, 20237 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.
Jack Twohill
Aug 16, 20234 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 16, 20236 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
Aug 12, 20235 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.
Christian Marchetti
Aug 9, 202310 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.
Antonis Pagonis
Aug 3, 20234 min read
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