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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.

Jake Holub
Mar 7, 20245 min read


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
Mar 6, 20245 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.
Antonis Pagonis
Feb 28, 20245 min read


"A student of the game" - Damir Prodanovic's fascinating journey to the Newcastle Jets
Damir Prodanovic recently spoke to FPF about his journey to A-League Men's assistant management at the Newcastle Jets.
Jack Twohill
Feb 27, 20249 min read


NPL SA 2024: A defining question for each club heading into the new season
FPF asks one defining question for each NPL SA club ahead of an exciting 2024 season.
Antonis Pagonis
Feb 23, 202410 min read


An AFC Cup playoffs preview with 'The Ball in Asia'
An Asian football expert gives an outside look on Australian football before Macarthur and the Central Coast Mariners' huge AFC Cup tie.

Matt Olsen
Feb 22, 20246 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
Feb 21, 20244 min read


The Local Game: South Australia's new weekly football show
FPF recently spoke to Johnny Keko about 'The Local Game', his new weekly TV show covering South Australian football.
Antonis Pagonis
Feb 21, 20244 min read


Giving the kids a go: Western United's increased reliance on their academy
FPF analyses the promising young talent at Western United, where nine academy graduates have already made senior debuts this season.

Jake Holub
Feb 20, 20244 min read


NPL SA 2024: Seven storylines to look forward to ahead of the new season
As South Australia prepares for the 2024 NPL season, FPF looks at seven storylines to look out for heading into the new campaign.
Antonis Pagonis
Feb 18, 20246 min read


Failing to convert: Melbourne Victory's all too familiar issue
With Melbourne Victory's 15-game undefeated streak over, Tony Popovic's side must address their all too familiar wastefulness.

Caydn Foley
Feb 16, 20245 min read


Irankunda's journey hits spiralling pressure as he navigates increasing demands
Heavy media scrutiny and seemingly increasing expectations are starting to reflect in Nestory Irankunda's performances.

Jose Campo
Feb 16, 20245 min read


12 simple and practical reforms to improve Australia's men's youth pathways
Ben Horvath outlines 12 initiatives that could be introduced to improve Australian football's men's youth development system.

Ben Horvath
Feb 10, 202415 min read


The Newcastle Jets remain competitive in the face of adversity
Despite what is shaping up as a disappointing season, the Newcastle Jets remain competitive with clear signs of progress on the field.
Jack Twohill
Feb 9, 20245 min read


A two-year wait: Adelaide United's James Delianov rewarded for patience and professionalism
After two years on the outer, James Delianov has reclaimed the position of starting goalkeeper at Adelaide United.
Antonis Pagonis
Feb 7, 20246 min read


The AFC Asian Cup: A generation-defining quarter-final awaits the Socceroos
The anticipation for an Asian Cup quarter-final en route to one of the easiest semi-final draws in Australia's history is off the charts.

Matt Olsen
Feb 2, 20245 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.

Caydn Foley
Jan 31, 20244 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.

Jake Holub
Jan 30, 20246 min read


The AFC Asian Cup: Socceroos under the microscope on the road to glory
Within all the Asian Cup chaos lies the narrative of whether or not the Socceroos can claim the country's second continental title.

Matt Olsen
Jan 28, 20245 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 18, 20246 min read
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