Football Australia has confirmed chief executive James Johnson will stay on in the role until at least the end of 2024.
Johnson was appointed to the position in January 2020 on a three-year deal and has had to lead the association during a challenging period which has included the global COVID-19 pandemic as well as the unbuckling of the A-Leagues from FA control.
The decision to extend Johnson's contract means he'll be at the helm for next year's Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand as well as the 2023 Asian Cup and 2024 Olympics in Paris.
A former professional footballer himself, Johnson held off-field roles at the Asian Football Confederation and FIFA before taking on the CEO role at FA.
Johnson played a key role leading the bid to win the hosting rights for next year's Women's World Cup and is also a protagonist of FA's "XI Principles" for the future of Australian football - a 15-year vision for growing and developing the game.
"We have taken enormous steps forward as a sport over the last couple of years and I have been extremely proud of what we have achieved," Johnson said in a statement.
"Despite enduring one of its most challenging periods, our community has shown its resilience and continues to thrive.
"This new administration has remained focused and returned Football Australia to a strong financial position and to date, has secured more than $230 million in legacy contributions from federal and state governments for the future of Australian football.
"The best for Australian football is ahead of us, and I am privileged and excited to be leading the game into this next phase."
