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The National Second Tier's teething issues

Declan Mythen

Dec 19, 20244 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.

Football Australia's new roster principles leave NPL SA Goalkeeper of the Year in limbo

Antonis Pagonis

Nov 14, 20245 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.

"It meant a lot" - Tsekenis reflects on Marconi's road to success in 2024

Jose Campo

Oct 2, 202411 min read

"It meant a lot" - Tsekenis reflects on Marconi's road to success in 2024

Marconi Stallions head coach Peter Tsekenis recently reflected on his team's 2024 achievements in an interview with FPF.

Invincible Jets: The "special team" reshaping Newcastle's youth pipeline

Jose Campo

Sep 28, 20248 min read

Invincible Jets: The "special team" reshaping Newcastle's youth pipeline

Head coach Damian Zane spoke to FPF about his Newcastle Jets Youth side securing promotion to the Football NSW League One for 2025.

Year Zero: The NST foundation clubs in season 2024

Declan Mythen

Sep 25, 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.

The irregular season: 2024 in the NPLW Victoria

Declan Mythen

Sep 18, 20244 min read

The irregular season: 2024 in the NPLW Victoria

FPF's Declan Mythen explains the unusual results witnessed throughout the 2024 NPL Victoria Women season.

A comprehensive guide to elite youth football pathways in Australia

Ben Horvath

Sep 17, 202413 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.

A new champion awaits: FPF's NPL Queensland Grand Final preview

Adam Cattell

Sep 6, 20244 min read

A new champion awaits: FPF's NPL Queensland Grand Final preview

The highly anticipated NPL Queensland Grand Final between Moreton City Excelsior and Lions FC will see a new champion crowned in the state.

NPL SA 2024: The storylines surrounding the Grand Final

Antonis Pagonis

Sep 4, 20245 min read

NPL SA 2024: The storylines surrounding the Grand Final

FPF takes a look at the storylines in place as MetroStars prepare to face Campbelltown City in the 2024 NPL SA Grand Final.

NPL SA 2024 Finals Series: The winners and losers from Week Three

Antonis Pagonis

Sep 3, 20244 min read

NPL SA 2024 Finals Series: The winners and losers from Week Three

FPF looks at the winners and losers from an action-packed third week of the 2024 NPL SA Finals Series.

Australia Cup: Perkovic and NWS Spirit taking lessons from heavy Victory defeat

Jose Campo

Aug 30, 20244 min read

Australia Cup: Perkovic and NWS Spirit taking lessons from heavy Victory defeat

NWS Spirit head coach David Perkovic reflected on their season with FPF after the club's Australia Cup exit to Melbourne Victory.

Josh Smith: Sparking South Australia's Pacific football boom

Antonis Pagonis

Aug 30, 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.

Millar's Moreton City show what they are all about in incredible Glory Cupset

Adam Cattell

Aug 29, 20243 min read

Millar's Moreton City show what they are all about in incredible Glory Cupset

Speaking post-match to FPF, Head Coach Cameron Millar effusively praised Moreton City Excelsior's Australia Cup upset over Perth Glory.

Categorising the contenders: FPF's NPL NSW Finals Series preview

Jose Campo

Aug 28, 20245 min read

Categorising the contenders: FPF's NPL NSW Finals Series preview

With the Finals Series back, FPF categorises each contender that can claim the NPL NSW championship for the 2024 season.

NPL SA 2024 Finals Series: The winners and losers from Week Two

Antonis Pagonis

Aug 26, 20244 min read

NPL SA 2024 Finals Series: The winners and losers from Week Two

FPF looks at the winners and losers from an action-packed second week of the 2024 NPL SA Finals Series.

Australia Cup: 10 U21 players to watch in the Round of 16

Jake Holub

Aug 24, 202412 min read

Australia Cup: 10 U21 players to watch in the Round of 16

We have assembled a list of 10 U21 players to watch during this year's Australia Cup Round of 16.

"A huge challenge" - Lions FC in quest for Wanderers Cupset

Adam Cattell

Aug 23, 20245 min read

"A huge challenge" - Lions FC in quest for Wanderers Cupset

FPF recently spoke with Lions FC head coach Darren Sime to preview his side's Australia Cup clash against the Western Sydney Wanderers.

NPL SA 2024 Finals Series: The winners and losers from Week One

Antonis Pagonis

Aug 20, 20244 min read

NPL SA 2024 Finals Series: The winners and losers from Week One

FPF looks at the winners and losers from an action-packed first week of the 2024 NPL SA Finals Series.

NPL SA 2024: The winners and losers from Round 22

Antonis Pagonis

Aug 13, 20245 min read

NPL SA 2024: The winners and losers from Round 22

FPF looks at the winners and losers from an action-packed Round 22 of the 2024 NPL SA season.

Highway to Hellas: What we learned from the Wellington Phoenix's Australia Cup exit

Rob Binns

Aug 12, 20245 min read

Highway to Hellas: What we learned from the Wellington Phoenix's Australia Cup exit

We discuss five key takeaways from the Wellington Phoenix's Australia Cup exit, and what we learned about the team heading into 2024/25.