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The Australian Championship: FA unveils Champions League-style second tier

The long-awaited move will launch this year with 16 teams competing in four groups before moving into a knockout finals series

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Captaincy call looms as FA vow to support Sam Kerr

After Sam Kerr was found not guilty of racially aggravated harassment, Football Australia are yet to indicate whether she will remain Matildas captain.

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Sam Kerr verdict: what it means for law in the UK and the star athlete’s soccer career

A London court has found Sam Kerr not guilty of the racially aggravated harassment of Metropolitan Police officer Stephen Lovell.

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FA keep quiet on Kerr's Matildas future, captaincy

Football Australia boss James Johnson won't speculate on Sam Kerr's playing future but admits fans may be disappointed with the Matildas captain's court case.

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Aquatics, soccer call for new 2032 Olympic venues

Aquatic sports and soccer have made their pitch for new venues for the 2032 Olympics to Queensland government's 100-day infrastructure review.

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Matildas coach recruitment could drag beyond February

Football Australia chief James Johnson says there is no hard deadline on securing the next Matildas coach as the recruiting process drags into 2025.

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Bumper increase in Aus men's football transfers: FA

Football Australia have welcomed a bumper year of men's international transfer fees for Australian clubs, which more than tripled over 12 months.

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No rush for new Matildas coach: Football Australia boss

Bent on success at the 2026 Women's Asian Cup and 2027 World Cup, Football Australia are deliberately taking their time in searching for a new Matildas coach.

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Socceroos aim to feel right at home for WC qualifier

With their hopes of direct World Cup qualification hanging in the balance, the Socceroos are eager to enjoy home comforts when they host Indonesia in Sydney.

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Craig Foster among four added to FA Hall of Fame

Craig Foster has been recognised for his standout contribution to Australian football as one of four inductees into Football Australia's Hall of Fame.

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Mary Fowler withdraws from Matildas friendlies

Matildas star Mary Fowler has withdrawn from international friendlies against Brazil and Chinese Taipei, citing mental and physical fatigue.

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Matildas lock in bumper US, Japan, Colombia games

The Matildas have received an invitation to the next SheBelieves Cup where they will play the USA, Japan and Colombia.

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Matildas' World Cup hero Vine takes break from football

The Matildas will be without winger Cortnee Vine indefinitely as she takes a break from football to take care of her mental health.

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FA accused of sabotaging ALM with launch of NST

Football Australia is set to launch a nationwide second division next year but not all of the A-League clubs are happy about it.

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Asian Cup venue draw forces NRL, AFL clubs to hit road

Football Australia has released the host stadiums for the 2026 Women's Asian Cup, which could have a knock-on effect for the country's major football codes.

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FA look to extend Vidmar's contract as Olyroos boss

Six months on from the Olyroos' failed Paris Games qualification campaign, Football Australia will look to extend Tony Vidmar's contract.

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FA reveals format, start date of national second tier

Australian football is set to get its long-awaited national second tier (NST) in 2025 after a competition format and start date was confirmed.

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No Kerr in camp as Matildas chase winning ways

Matildas interim coach Tom Sermanni is determined to get the team back to winning ways, while Sam Kerr won't be joining her teammates in camp in Europe.

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Ex-Socceroo Schwarzer lands influential FA role

Former Socceroos goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer will have a greater say in the direction of football in Australia after being appointed to an FA advisory panel.

The Guardian - AU

Matildas at risk of losing their shine amid wait for new era to begin

Australia have no time to waste under an interim coach as they start on a path towards redemption with friendlies against Switzerland and Germany

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Matildas chase fun as coach search continues

Matildas forward Caitlin Foord is focused on enjoying her football as her senior teammates engage with Football Australia regarding their next permanent coach.

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Star A-League striker set for trial after rape denial

Central Coast Mariners striker Angel Torres has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges, including that he raped a woman and then deprived her of her liberty.

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Matildas interim coach to connect with Kerr

Matildas interim coach Tom Sermanni will soon reach out to injured skipper Sam Kerr as he prepares to lead the team in upcoming friendlies.

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Tony Popovic set to be named Socceroos coach for 2026 World Cup tilt

Former Melbourne Victory and Western Sydney Wanderers coach set to replace Graham Arnold as Socceroos manager and lead charge to 2026 World Cup

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Next Socceroos boss is biggest call of Johnson's tenure

Football Australia CEO James Johnson faces a crunch call in deciding the next Socceroos coach with World Cup qualifying up in the air.

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