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Women's FFA Cup on the horizon

Women's FFA Cup on the horizon

FFA's XI Principles discussion paper repeatedly referred to the creation of a female FFA Cup competition as a priority for the continued development of Australian female football. 3 Jul 2020
'W-League can be top-five league'

'W-League can be top-five league'

FFA chief executive James Johnson says Australia's W-League should push to become one of the world's top five women's football competitions. 2 Jul 2020
FFA reveal their agenda blueprint

FFA reveal their agenda blueprint

FFA chief executive James Johnson say there is an opportunity to build a strong domestic transfer system, as part of a new blueprint for Australian football. 2 Jul 2020
Midfielder Mastrantonio on her move to the UK

Midfielder Mastrantonio on her move to the UK

Australia international midfielder Ella Mastrantonio has signed for English Women's Super League side Bristol City from Western Sydney Wanderers. 1 Jul 2020
W-League star secures huge English move

W-League star secures huge English move

Western Sydney Wanderers star and former Matildas midfielder Ella Mastrantonio has secured a dream move to Women's Super League club Bristol City. 30 Jun 2020
Matildas veteran insists she's not 'near the end' despite speculation

Matildas veteran insists she's not 'near the end' despite speculation

Matildas defender Clare Polkinghorne, 31, is in no rush to hang up her boots, especially with the prospect of a home World Cup in 2023 to look forward to. 30 Jun 2020
Matildas veteran wants clarity over coach

Matildas veteran wants clarity over coach

Matildas stalwart Clare Polkinghorne believes locking in Ante Milicic or a replacement coach is vital in the build-up to the 2023 World Cup at home. 29 Jun 2020
How many fans the World Cup needs to attract for a fully professional W-League

How many fans the World Cup needs to attract for a fully professional W-League

A cost analysis of W-League players having a full season and being paid a full time salary equal to their male counterparts proved to be an interesting exercise. 28 Jun 2020
W-League in spotlight after WWC clinched

W-League in spotlight after WWC clinched

After Australia and New Zealand secured the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, ensuring the long-term health and competitiveness of the W-League shapes as a priority. 26 Jun 2020
World Cup bid success caps FFA CEO's year

World Cup bid success caps FFA CEO's year

He's been in the job for less than 12 months but FFA chief executive James Johnson has already seemingly cemented his long-term legacy to Australian football. 26 Jun 2020
Infrastructure funding at 'crisis point' before football's looming explosion

Infrastructure funding at 'crisis point' before football's looming explosion

An effective state and national policy platform targeting all government levels for infrastructure funding will be urgently needed over the coming years as grassroots football and the A-League and W-League align, while a Women’s World Cup looms.  23 Jun 2020
Star Matildas striker snaps up ‘opportunity abroad’

Star Matildas striker snaps up ‘opportunity abroad’

Another Matilda has announced her departure from the W-League in order to go overseas. 22 Jun 2020
WWC would transform Australian football: van Egmond

WWC would transform Australian football: van Egmond

Ahead of FIFA's decision on the 2023 Women's World Cup, Emily van Egmond says co-hosting the tournament would be huge for Australian football. 22 Jun 2020
Australia's top female referee on 'forgotten' side of COVID's sport impact

Australia's top female referee on 'forgotten' side of COVID's sport impact

Football fans across Australia are looking forward to seeing their favourite football players and teams return to the pitch. 20 Jun 2020
The W-League's officially moving to winter. What do players and fans think?

The W-League's officially moving to winter. What do players and fans think?

A major stand out in the current sporting climate is the lack of women’s sport on TV. If things were back to normal, the National Netball League - which generally runs from May to August - would be the only active major women’s sporting competition. 20 Jun 2020
Fox confirms TV deal under review

Fox confirms TV deal under review

Fox Sports has confirmed for the first time it is reviewing its coverage of Australian football as discussions over the broadcasting of the A-League continue. 18 Jun 2020