Jake Holub
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.
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Antonis Pagonis
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NPL SA 2024: The winners and losers from Round 2
FPF looks at the winners and losers from an action-packed Round 2 of the 2024 NPL SA season.
Antonis Pagonis
Feb 285 min read
NPL SA 2024: The winners and losers from Round 1
Every week FPF looks at the big winners and losers from the 2024 NPL SA season. Check out our picks from Round 1.
Caydn Foley
Feb 214 min read
Selection headaches for Vidmar ahead of Melbourne City run-in
Marco Tilio and Mathew Leckie's Melbourne City returns bring quality. But they also bring selection dilemmas for manager Aurelio Vidmar.
Caydn Foley
Jan 314 min read
Issues remain despite Melbourne City's return to the top six
The acquisition of James Jeggo could fill the void left by Hamza Sakhi, but other issues still remain prevalent for Melbourne City.
Jake Holub
Jan 306 min read
How can Melbourne Victory effectively overcome Bruno Fornaroli's absence?
FPF looks at how Melbourne Victory can address a Bruno Fornaroli-shaped hole in attack as the team struggles to break down low blocks.
Antonis Pagonis
Jan 186 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 175 min read
How Hiroshi Ibusuki transformed into Adelaide United's "leading light"
FPF looks at how Carl Veart's recent tactical shake-up has increased the output of Adelaide United's Japanese striker Hiroshi Ibusuki.
Caydn Foley
Dec 26, 20234 min read
Injuries hurt, but there are alternatives for Melbourne City
Amid a minor injury crisis, Melbourne City are yet to rediscover their premiership form. Aurelio Vidmar may need to reassess team selection.
Jake Holub
Dec 19, 20235 min read
Aurelio Vidmar's solid Melbourne City start held back by poor home form
Aurelio Vidmar has steadied Melbourne City's 2023/24 season so far, but their home form must improve should they secure another premiership.
Caydn Foley
Dec 19, 20235 min read
Why the A-League Men's salary-capped nature could condemn Sydney FC to more mediocrity
After another night to forget in the Big Blue, Sydney FC's current situation raises an interesting question for A-League Men teams.
Antonis Pagonis
Dec 18, 20233 min read
A-League Women: Reds "bend but don't break" with Emily Condon inspiration
Emily Condon played a major role as Adelaide United turned the tables on Wellington in the last 20 minutes of their A-League Women clash.
Christian Marchetti
Dec 12, 20237 min read
A-League Men: Understanding the erratic nature of Adelaide United's recent displays
On Sunday, Carl Veart was left pondering another game where Adelaide United displayed the varying extremes plaguing their performances.
Jack Twohill
Dec 6, 20234 min read
Inexperienced Jets: Newcastle's youthfulness lacking A-League Men polish
During the early rounds of season 2023/24, Newcastle Jets boss Rob Stanton has experimented with young talent, especially from the NPL NSW.
Antonis Pagonis
Dec 5, 20234 min read
Broken, brilliant, and baffling: The story of another Adelaide United collapse
We reflect on a thrilling encounter between Adelaide United and Macarthur and what it means for Carl Veart's side moving forward.
Matt Olsen
Nov 20, 20235 min read
A closer look at Perth Glory's excellent A-League Women's start
How is Alex Epakis' Perth Glory currently exceeding expectations in the A-League Women, and what lies ahead? FPF takes a closer look.
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.
Matt Olsen
Nov 15, 20234 min read
What can we learn from Sydney FC's Asian adventure?
FPF reflects on Sydney FC's performances at the Asian Women's Club Championship and what it means for the women's game moving forward.
Antonis Pagonis
Nov 14, 20234 min read
Left red-faced: Adversity knocked on Adelaide United's door and no one answered
After a heavy defeat, Carl Veart enters the international break pondering how to bridge the gap between Adelaide United's best and worst.
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.
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