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Ultimate guide to A-League and football’s radical rethink in Oz

Ultimate guide to A-League and football’s radical rethink in Oz

The Socceroos' Golden Generation have become the lightning rod for a much-needed discussion over proposed changes to the structure of the A-League and football in Australia. 26 May 2020
Where are they now? A-League special

Where are they now? A-League special

Aside from being in lockdown across the world, what happened to these six former A-League players? Some have prospered, some not so. 21 May 2020
La Liga business school eyes Australian partnerships

La Liga business school eyes Australian partnerships

La Liga business school is eying partnerships in Australia, potentially helping A-League clubs develop business, event, and administrative skills while making connections with one of Europe’s biggest leagues. 20 May 2020
Relegation and promotion ‘emotion’ vital for the A-League

Relegation and promotion ‘emotion’ vital for the A-League

After his stint with an A-League club, NPL star coach Ben Cahn is convinced now is the time to reshape football's landscape to include promotion and relegation - for the fans and players' sakes. 13 May 2020
'Aussie-Thai' with the XX-factor at Buriram United

'Aussie-Thai' with the XX-factor at Buriram United

Maxx Creevey, the one-time Sutherland Shire boy, isn’t hugely known in Australia but he’s making huge strides in Thai football after signing a three-year deal at big guns Buriram United.  12 May 2020
Malta, Mifsud and me: Oz striker’s Maltese national team story

Malta, Mifsud and me: Oz striker’s Maltese national team story

Australian striker Liam Boland could’ve partnered alongside Malta football great and former Coventry City forward Michael Mifsud - the banter may have been tasty, too.  11 May 2020
Ultimate guide to a 'winter' A-League and why it'd work in 2021

Ultimate guide to a 'winter' A-League and why it'd work in 2021

About 30 years ago, football in Australia switched from a winter code to a summer one. But in those three decades since that major realignment, the landscape has changed dramatically.  11 May 2020
Could a new A-League streaming model transform football’s broadcast future?

Could a new A-League streaming model transform football’s broadcast future?

For the Hyundai A-League, broadcasting and its deal with Foxtel is top of a long to-do list since the COVID-19 wrecking ball sent sport into a tailspin.  7 May 2020
The Socceroo winger on-fire for Saudi surprise packet Al-Wehda

The Socceroo winger on-fire for Saudi surprise packet Al-Wehda

Make no mistake, Socceroo Craig Goodwin’s breakout success in Saudi Arabia is one of the unheralded stories of this coronavirus-interrupted season, with the skillful winger offering FTBL an insight into his life in Jeddah while starring in one of Asia's big leagues.  7 May 2020
5 next-gen Aussie coaches for Adelaide United’s vacant position

5 next-gen Aussie coaches for Adelaide United’s vacant position

FTBL believes now is the time for young, fresh Australian coaches to be given a chance for the next A-League season, whenever that kicks off. Starting with the pride of SA, Adelaide United. 4 May 2020
Viduka and Johnson can power resurgence in Oz: Wehrman

Viduka and Johnson can power resurgence in Oz: Wehrman

Former Socceroo midfielder Kasey Wehrman is adamant "real football people" like Mark Viduka and FFA CEO James Johnson have the passion, standing, and ideas to boost the game in a post-Coronavirus Australia. 27 Apr 2020
A-League calendar switch in 2021 can be 'massive boost’ says Archie

A-League calendar switch in 2021 can be 'massive boost’ says Archie

Australian legend Archie Thompson has enthusiastically backed the idea of moving the next A-League season to align with Asia.  23 Apr 2020
Air Tasker, Bangladesh and Zoom: Harry’s Sawyer's life

Air Tasker, Bangladesh and Zoom: Harry’s Sawyer's life

You can't say tall striker Harry Sawyer isn’t making the most of life in lockdown.  22 Apr 2020
Life in lockdown with Aussie footballers: Blake Ricciuto

Life in lockdown with Aussie footballers: Blake Ricciuto

After a barnstorming 2019 winning the Singapore Premier League, Aussie midfielder Blake Ricciuto's life - like many in lockdown - has ground to a halt. But he's keeping busy. 20 Apr 2020
Sydney FC v Newcastle Jets: Player Ratings

Sydney FC v Newcastle Jets: Player Ratings

Sydney FC got rid of their derby cobwebs with a thumping 4-1 win at home to Newcastle Jets at Leichhardt Oval. 1 Nov 2019
Le Fondre: We did everything but score

Le Fondre: We did everything but score

Sydney FC forward Adam Le Fondre has rued his sides profligacy in front of goal after their 1-0 loss to rivals Western Sydney Wanderers last night. 27 Oct 2019