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A King-sized blunder, but Roar still rule
A howler, a stunner and three points. Is this Brisbane Roar for real?

Christian Marchetti
35 minutes ago3 min read


Five pieces form Adelaide United's picture
Antonis Pagonis takes a close look at Adelaide United as they head into the 2026/27 A-League Men season.
Antonis Pagonis
3 days ago5 min read


All noise, no cutting edge
The Sydney Derby had a great atmosphere and some extra spice, but quality was lacking, according to Christian Marchetti.

Christian Marchetti
Oct 163 min read


The future looks bright — if we unite
"If the APL fail to embrace credible new entrants like South and potentially a few more ambitious old NSL clubs, the competition risks becoming increasingly isolated from the wider football community."

Ben Horvath
Oct 166 min read


A new chapter in a storied history
Antonis Pagonis digs into five storylines to watch as Adelaide City enter the Australian Championship for the first time.
Antonis Pagonis
Oct 164 min read


Two children, one beautiful game
South Melbourne and Melbourne Victory came together in the name of disunity. But somewhere between the hostility and history, something bigger emerged.

Christian Marchetti
Oct 123 min read


A World Cup connection in...Echuca
"And you take a minute and realise a journalist and footy player in Echuca, Northern Victoria, AFL heartland, are talking about watching a couple of Socceroos play at Coopers Stadium a few years earlier."

Christian Marchetti
Oct 44 min read


Olyroos need to switch on defensively
The Olyroos performed relatively well in their first game against Korea Republic, but defensive lapses cost them dearly.

Christian Marchetti
Oct 32 min read


How did the Socceroos' 2026 World Cup performance rate historically?
Now that the dust has settled on the 2026 World Cup, what are your thoughts and feelings regarding the Socceroos' performance? Were you stunned, disappointed, satisfied, or heartbroken? FPF contributor and generational Socceroos super fan Ben Horvath shares his assessment of how the campaign rated historically.

Ben Horvath
Jul 249 min read


"We want to be part of the big games" - APIA Leichhardt fired up for title race
With six rounds remaining in NPL NSW and the upcoming Australia Cup, Franco Parisi speaks to FPF about APIA's goals towards the end of the season.

Jose Campo
Jul 244 min read


South Australia anticipates a captivating Australia Cup Round of 32
Australia Cup Round of 32 draws are always a peculiar clash of hopes, expectations, and excitement. Adelaide United, Cumberland United, and FK Beograd have all received significant matchups for unique reasons, piquing the interest of the South Australian football community.
Antonis Pagonis
Jul 105 min read


FPF's NPL NSW mid-season review
The 2026 NPL NSW season is coming to a close with eight more rounds remaining to decide the premiership winner. FPF reviews the biggest stories from this season and what they may tell us about the end of the season.

Jose Campo
Jul 106 min read


Popovic and Socceroos Dare to Dream at World Cup
If Tony Popovic truly believes that one day the Socceroos can win a World Cup, he needs to put his money where his mouth is at the selection table, according to Caydn Foley.

Caydn Foley
Jun 264 min read


Alex Fiechtner: Goals, glory, and a dream reborn
Thirty-four goals and counting. A dream reborn. Lions FC striker Alex Fiechtner is enjoying the form of his life and rediscovering ambitions he once thought had disappeared. Read our exclusive feature on one of NPL Queensland's hottest properties.

Adam Cattell
Jun 154 min read


The life and death of Richmond Soccer Club
Richmond Soccer Club were a staple of Victorian football for over six decades, and yet their demise came so quickly.
Declan Mythen dives into the trials and tribulations that led to the heartbreaking collapse of a Victorian sporting institution.

Declan Mythen
Jun 125 min read


FPF's NPL SA 2026 preview
As the 2026 NPL SA season kicks off, Front Page Football previews where every team stands as they embark on the new campaign.
Antonis Pagonis
Feb 2512 min read


NPL NSW 2026: Round 1 & 2 review, Round 3 preview
Jose Campo gives insight into the season-opening rounds of the 2026 NPL NSW season, and what to watch for in Round 3.

Jose Campo
Feb 194 min read


"We've got the best of both worlds here" - The perfect metaphor for Australian football
Iconic Australian rock band Midnight Oil's song 'Best of Both Worlds' is the perfect metaphor for the current wave of hope and aspiration among the more optimistic sectors of the Australian football community, Ben Horvath writes.

Ben Horvath
Dec 21, 20258 min read


Done Deal: The new app simplifying Australia's transfer market
On Sunday, October 26, 2025, at the Sydney Football Summit, held at the magnificent Melba Rooftop Bar at Circular Quay, Done Deal, an impressive and easy-to-navigate new app that specialises in making transfers easy, was launched by player agent Eric Santiago and his business partner Leo Gaspar.

Ben Horvath
Dec 16, 20253 min read


Adelaide catches a glimpse of the new Matildas era as Asian Cup preparations continue
After selling out Adelaide Oval in 2024, the Matildas returned to South Australia in 2025 to give the locals a glimpse of the new era at the state's home of football, Coopers Stadium.
Antonis Pagonis
Dec 3, 20253 min read
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