Merrick praises 'outstanding' Moss after Jets' upset win

Merrick praises 'outstanding' Moss after Jets' upset win

Newcastle Head Coach Ernie Merrick has praised goalkeeper Glen Moss, as well as his team’s fighting-spirt, after the Jets were able to hold on and record their first win of the 2019/20 A-League season with a 1-0 win over Western United on Saturday night. 17 Nov 2019
Angus Thurgate taking his chances as Jets record first win

Angus Thurgate taking his chances as Jets record first win

It was difficult going, but Newcastle Jets finally got their first three points of the 2019/20 season on Saturday as they recorded a 1-0 win over Western United at Kardinia Park, and they had teenager Angus Thurgate to thank for their winner. 16 Nov 2019
Olyroos put five past China's U23s in Olympic qualification preperation

Olyroos put five past China's U23s in Olympic qualification preperation

The Olyroos have made a strong start to their three-game tour of China, downing their host nation 5-1 at the Chongqing City Dazu District Sports Centre Stadium on Friday night. 16 Nov 2019
Team-by-team breakdown of the 2019/20 Y-League season

Team-by-team breakdown of the 2019/20 Y-League season

Ahead of its commencement, FTBL's Joey Lynch breaks down everything you need to know about the 2019/20 Y-League season. 15 Nov 2019
Y-League returns as vital reform looms

Y-League returns as vital reform looms

The nation’s premier junior competition, the Y-League returns to action this weekend for its twelfth season, with the subject of Australia’s youth development, pathways to senior football and philosophical approach to development a hot topic amongst the footballing public. 15 Nov 2019
'They’re all world-class players' - Rado Vidošić on how Melbourne City can return to the promised land

'They’re all world-class players' - Rado Vidošić on how Melbourne City can return to the promised land

Entering into his second year in charge of Melbourne City’s W-League side, the task at hand is clear for Head Coach Rado Vidošić. 13 Nov 2019
'It was the perfect opportunity' - Scottish World Cup hero Claire Emslie ready to tackle W-League challenge

'It was the perfect opportunity' - Scottish World Cup hero Claire Emslie ready to tackle W-League challenge

She may have been one of the final additions to Melbourne City’s W-League side ahead of the 2019/20 season, but Claire Emslie is ready to play her part in returning her new club to glory. 13 Nov 2019
Young Socceroos book place at AFC U19 Championships

Young Socceroos book place at AFC U19 Championships

Australia’s men’s U19 side – the Young Socceroos – have booked their place at the 2020 AFC U19 Championships after recording a 5-0 win over Chinese Taipei overnight. 11 Nov 2019
Top of the table, but lessons still to be learnt for Melbourne City after Mariners win

Top of the table, but lessons still to be learnt for Melbourne City after Mariners win

On a surface level, happy days were here again for Erick Mombaerts and his City side following their 3-1 win over Central Coast Mariners on Friday evening 8 Nov 2019
Joeys' World Cup ends at hands of France

Joeys' World Cup ends at hands of France

Australia’s quest for U17 World Cup glory has ended after head coach Trevor Morgan’s young side suffered a 4-0 defeat at the hands of European powers France on Thursday morning. 7 Nov 2019
Joeys stage furious comeback against Hungary to keep U17 World Cup dreams alive

Joeys stage furious comeback against Hungary to keep U17 World Cup dreams alive

Australia have kept their U17 World Cup campaign breathing after staging a dogged fightback to draw 2-2 with Hungary. 30 Oct 2019
'The sky is the limit' - South Sudanese football continuing to improve says Kenny Athiu

'The sky is the limit' - South Sudanese football continuing to improve says Kenny Athiu

Melbourne Victory attacker Kenny Athiu hopes South Sudan’s progression to the group stage of African Cup of Nations Qualification augurs a new era for his homeland. 29 Oct 2019
Five options City has to replace Jamie Maclaren

Five options City has to replace Jamie Maclaren

In-form hitman Jamie Maclaren's extended spell on the sidelines is set to present Melbourne City Head Coach Erick Mombaerts with his biggest challenge since he arrived in Bundoora. 28 Oct 2019
'It didn’t make sense to me' - Drew Sherman on abolishing academy fees at Melbourne Victory

'It didn’t make sense to me' - Drew Sherman on abolishing academy fees at Melbourne Victory

Arriving in Australia after beginning his career overseas, Melbourne Victory Academy Director Drew Sherman couldn’t quite understand why A-League clubs were charging members of their academies for the privilege – so he’s gone about changing things. 28 Oct 2019
Late City smash-and-grab steals first derby win over Western United

Late City smash-and-grab steals first derby win over Western United

It wasn’t as comprehensive as it may have appeared it was going to be, but Melbourne City has staged a smash-and-grab, 10-man win over Western United to go second on the A-League table and remain the only unbeaten side in Victoria. 27 Oct 2019
Ecuador down blunt Joeys in U17 World Cup opener

Ecuador down blunt Joeys in U17 World Cup opener

Despite a furious finish, Australia’s U17 World Cup campaign got off to a disappointing start on Sunday after a 2-1 defeat to Ecuador.   27 Oct 2019
Asian Champions League and Women's Asian Cup set to expand

Asian Champions League and Women's Asian Cup set to expand

The growth of Asian football is set to continue along at a rapid pace, with the Asian Football Confederation announcing the expansion of both the Asian Champions League and AFC Women’s Asian Cup. 27 Oct 2019
Everything you need to know about the Joeys' U17 World Cup Group

Everything you need to know about the Joeys' U17 World Cup Group

The U17 World Cup will kick-off tomorrow morning Australia time, 24 nations fighting it out to be crowned the princes of international U17 football in Brazil. 26 Oct 2019
Ten Fast Facts on the U17 World Cup

Ten Fast Facts on the U17 World Cup

Australia will kick off its pursuit of U17 World Cup glory this Sunday when Head Coach Trevor Morgan’s side walk onto Goiânia's Estádio Olímpico Pedro Ludovico to take on Ecuador. 24 Oct 2019
D'Arrigo looking for two trophies in two months

D'Arrigo looking for two trophies in two months

Whereas most of his teammates will be looking to make it two pieces of silverware in 12 months when they take on Melbourne City in the final of the FFA Cup, the potential wait between drinks is a lot shorter for Adelaide United's Louis D’Arrigo. 23 Oct 2019
Lessons taken from the PFA's Golden Generation study

Lessons taken from the PFA's Golden Generation study

On Tuesday, Professional Footballers Australia (PFA) released the results of a long study seeking to guide future development pathways. 22 Oct 2019