Antonis Pagonis
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.
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Matt Olsen
- Feb 22
- 6 min
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.
Caydn Foley
- Feb 21
- 4 min
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.
Antonis Pagonis
- Feb 21
- 4 min
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.
Jake Holub
- Feb 20
- 4 min
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.
Antonis Pagonis
- Feb 18
- 6 min
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 7
- 6 min
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.
Matt Olsen
- Feb 2
- 5 min
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.
Caydn Foley
- Jan 31
- 4 min
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 30
- 6 min
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.
Matt Olsen
- Jan 28
- 5 min
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.
Antonis Pagonis
- Jan 18
- 6 min
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.
Matt Olsen
- Jan 18
- 4 min
The AFC Asian Cup: Patience and respect key for Australia ahead of Syrian assault
With underdogs increasingly showing their worth at the Asian Cup, it may be the wrong time for the Socceroos to face an eager Syria.
Antonis Pagonis
- Jan 17
- 5 min
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.
Matt Olsen
- Jan 13
- 7 min
The AFC Asian Cup: A closer look at the Socceroos' next challenge
Who has a claim to be the new king of Asia? Will Group B likely be dominated by Australia and Uzbekistan? Read FPF's full Asian Cup preview.
Ian Pulczynski
- Dec 28, 2023
- 6 min
"I am very grateful" - Lived experience proving fruitful as Joshua Laws settles in Switzerland
Australian defender Joshua Laws has experienced a lot of movement and hardship during his career. But the adversity has motivated him daily.
Antonis Pagonis
- Dec 27, 2023
- 9 min
Brasfoot: The new club celebrating South Australia's Brazilian community
FPF spoke to Brasfoot President Felipe Alkmim for an insight into the most recent addition to Adelaide's football scene.
Caydn Foley
- Dec 26, 2023
- 4 min
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.
Harry Bailey
- Dec 25, 2023
- 9 min
Will Australia ever host a men's World Cup?
After abstaining from 2034, FPF analyses the broader football landscape to assess whether a men's World Cup will ever come to Australia.
Jake Holub
- Dec 19, 2023
- 5 min
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.
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