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New Ipswich stadium plans open door for Brisbane A-League expansion

New Ipswich stadium plans open door for Brisbane A-League expansion

Expansion hopes for a second Queensland A-League side may be given a boost, with Ipswich seeking funding for a 20,500 capacity stadium. 23 Jun 2021
Why A-League on the Gold Coast could still work

Why A-League on the Gold Coast could still work

One of Gold Coast United’s former rising stars believes the A-League can still work, with youth development and community engagement pivotal to any such franchise being successful on the Coast.   3 Nov 2020
A-League legend running for Clive Palmer in Queensland election

A-League legend running for Clive Palmer in Queensland election

All-time A-League great Shane Smeltz is standing for election for Clive Palmer's United Australia Party for the seat of Bundaberg in the upcoming Queensland election. 19 Oct 2020
'People that have bled for the shirt are coming back' - Michael Thwaite on rebuilding Gold Coast United

'People that have bled for the shirt are coming back' - Michael Thwaite on rebuilding Gold Coast United

Home is where the heart is for Gold Coast United’s Michael Thwaite, with the former Socceroo loving life as he plays his part in rebuilding and re-imagining his former A-League side. 13 Feb 2020
Ex-A-League star on his 'dark days’ after retiring

Ex-A-League star on his 'dark days’ after retiring

Zenon Caravella has followed in the footsteps of Archie Thompson, opening up about the mental challenges of being an ex-professional footballer. 19 Dec 2018
Mid-season change leads to W-League chance

Mid-season change leads to W-League chance

Gold Coast United goalkeeper Cassie Zaffina is adjusting to life in the Capital after being selected as their third choice goalkeeper. 10 Oct 2018
GCU chairman: Expansion is all or nothing

GCU chairman: Expansion is all or nothing

Gold Coast United Chairman Danny Maher has come out and said that an A-League license shouldn't be issued to a side who doesn't support both men's and women's football. 26 May 2018
Come again? Gold Coast United's new dawn

Come again? Gold Coast United's new dawn

They're ba-aaack. But this time, the Gold Coast club have shedded a certain weight from behind the scenes. 25 May 2018
Fearless striker looking to W-League

Fearless striker looking to W-League

Meaghan McElligott has fast become the name defenders fear to see in the NPL Women's competition in Queensland. 15 May 2018
Gold Coast United want another crack

Gold Coast United want another crack

Clive Palmer's gone but United are back and expected to announce their official candidacy for an A-League franchise. 22 Mar 2018
A-league legend Shane Smeltz calls time

A-league legend Shane Smeltz calls time

Shane Smeltz, one of the most lethal strikers in A-League history, has called time on a goal-filled career spanning almost two decades. 11 Feb 2018
Which nationality is next best represented in our A-League top 100?

Which nationality is next best represented in our A-League top 100?

There's obviously more Australians than any other nationality in FourFourTwo's Top 100 A-League players of all-time. But can you guess which nationality comes in second...? 8 Aug 2017
Which A-League club is best represented in our top 100?

Which A-League club is best represented in our top 100?

Can you guess which A-League club has the most representatives in FourFourTwo's Top 100 A-League players of all-time? Sydney FC, Melbourne Victory, maybe Brisbane Roar? 7 Aug 2017
Gold Coast United are back

Gold Coast United are back

Gold Coast United are back! Just this time without Clive Palmer, and they won't be in the A-League... yet. 3 Aug 2017
Five years on...what happened to the last Gold Coast United side?

Five years on...what happened to the last Gold Coast United side?

It’s five years this month since Gold Coast United had their A-League licence revoked by Football Federation Australia over a row with maverick owner Clive Palmer…and disappeared from the sport forever. 17 Mar 2017
Thwaite: Expand in Queensland!

Thwaite: Expand in Queensland!

Brisbane-born, Cairns-raised, former Gold Coast United captain Michael Thwaite believes Queensland is ready for a second A-League club. 11 Nov 2016