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Young Matildas outclassed in horrific World Cup showing

Matt Olsen

Sep 11, 20244 min read

Young Matildas outclassed in horrific World Cup showing

The Young Matildas finishing their recent World Cup campaign goalless proves Australia's place in the world game is facing a harsh reality.

Perth International Football Cup: Reviewing the week that was

Matt Olsen

Sep 5, 20245 min read

Perth International Football Cup: Reviewing the week that was

FPF reviews the Perth International Football Cup, as four European women's sides visited Western Australia last week.

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.

Legacy '23: Assessing the impact of the Women's World Cup 12 months on

Harry Bailey

Aug 31, 20247 min read

Legacy '23: Assessing the impact of the Women's World Cup 12 months on

FPF analyses the Legacy '23 plan’s five pillars as a framework for assessing the impact of the Women's World Cup 12 months on.

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.

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.

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.

Joeys: Pacific paradise waves in on ASEAN champions

Matt Olsen

Aug 23, 20247 min read

Joeys: Pacific paradise waves in on ASEAN champions

As the Joeys conclude their Pacific camp, Matt Olsen reviews how the ASEAN U16 champions fared and the political context behind their trip.

A-League Men: An update on Auckland FC's inaugural pre-season

Jose Campo

Aug 21, 20244 min read

A-League Men: An update on Auckland FC's inaugural pre-season

Auckland FC have already had their taste of facing fellow professional opposition during a pre-season tour in New South Wales.

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.

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.

Drought-breaking Round of 32 wins change Australia Cup fortunes out west

Matt Olsen

Aug 11, 20246 min read

Drought-breaking Round of 32 wins change Australia Cup fortunes out west

Desperate for change, an outlet for Western Australia has come about through spirited performances from its clubs in the 2024 Australia Cup.

"We know what to do" - Rockdale ready to refocus on making history

Jose Campo

Aug 3, 20244 min read

"We know what to do" - Rockdale ready to refocus on making history

Rockdale's Australia Cup Round of 32 clash against the Newcastle Jets gave a good insight into how the end of their season might unfold.

Wellington Phoenix: Who's staying, who's going, and who could be snapped up?

Rob Binns

Jun 6, 20245 min read

Wellington Phoenix: Who's staying, who's going, and who could be snapped up?

With the dust having settled on the Wellington Phoenix’s 2023/24 season, the club will already be looking to the next campaign.

George Best Down Under: A football icon's time in Australia

David JA Grant

Jun 6, 20246 min read

George Best Down Under: A football icon's time in Australia

In his new book “George Best Down Under”, author Lucas Gillard seeks to delve deeper into George Best’s time in Australia.

Heyman saved the party amidst Matildas' hero's welcome in Adelaide

Antonis Pagonis

Jun 2, 20244 min read

Heyman saved the party amidst Matildas' hero's welcome in Adelaide

The Matildas rescued a late draw against China at Adelaide Oval thanks to A-League Women's top goalscorer Michelle Heyman.

The first leg of Wellington's Semi-Final was the perfect encapsulation of their season

Rob Binns

May 17, 20245 min read

The first leg of Wellington's Semi-Final was the perfect encapsulation of their season

The Wellington Phoenix's Semi-Final first leg draw with Melbourne Victory wasn't just another game – it reflected their entire season.

NPL SA 2024: The winners and losers from Round 9

Antonis Pagonis

May 9, 20245 min read

NPL SA 2024: The winners and losers from Round 9

FPF looks at the winners and losers from an action-packed Round 9 of the 2024 NPL SA season.

Underdogs chasing a treble: The Central Coast Mariners' development into winners

Jake Holub

Apr 19, 20246 min read

Underdogs chasing a treble: The Central Coast Mariners' development into winners

The Central Coast Mariners have learnt the art of winning and finding a way to points in challenging games.

NPL SA 2024: The winners and losers from Round 6

Antonis Pagonis

Apr 9, 20246 min read

NPL SA 2024: The winners and losers from Round 6

FPF looks at the winners and losers from an action-packed Round 6 of the 2024 NPL SA season.