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FFA Cup goes around again

FFA Cup goes around again

The FFA Cup 2018 will kick off this Saturday as the excitement of Australia’s national knockout competition continues to grow across the country. 8 Feb 2018
De Niese hoping to follow Carter to big time

De Niese hoping to follow Carter to big time

Former River Plate youth product Gavin De Niese is hoping to follow Trofense team-mate and best friend Anthony Carter’s footsteps and move up the ranks of Portuguese football. 2 Feb 2018
AAFC: Why Australian kids can't afford to play football

AAFC: Why Australian kids can't afford to play football

The head of the Association of Australian Football Clubs (AAFC) Rabieh Krayem says the NPL cost structure must change so exorbitant fees to play football are no longer passed on to kids. 30 Jan 2018
Dunbar Rovers launch fee free program for girls

Dunbar Rovers launch fee free program for girls

It's just the type of news bound to excite future Matildas... 27 Nov 2017
Deng eases A-League transition for 'King Kenny'

Deng eases A-League transition for 'King Kenny'

Kenjok ‘King Kenny’ Athiu admits it has been a challenging transition to the A-League, but childhood friend Thomas Deng has helped him ease into it. 24 Nov 2017
Depleted Melbourne Victory fast-track Kenny Athiu into line-up

Depleted Melbourne Victory fast-track Kenny Athiu into line-up

Kenny Athiu could make his Melbourne Victory debut as early as Monday night according to coach Kevin Muscat. 5 Nov 2017
AAFC: Game on for second division as FFA seek meeting

AAFC: Game on for second division as FFA seek meeting

Football Federation Australia has apparently had a change of heart, asking to meet with those behind a recently released plan for a second division. 31 Oct 2017
Muscat: We're easing Kenny into it

Muscat: We're easing Kenny into it

Melbourne Victory coach Kevin Muscat says new loan-signing Kenjok ‘King Kenny’ Athiu will not be available anytime soon after his long season in NPLVIC. 19 Oct 2017
Muscat keen on signing Athiu

Muscat keen on signing Athiu

Melbourne Victory coach Kevin Muscat has confirmed the club would like to secure the services of Heidelberg United striker Kenny Athiu. 13 Oct 2017
Schroen: We can pull these crowds consistently

Schroen: We can pull these crowds consistently

South Melbourne midfielder Marcus Schroen feels Wednesday night’s FFA Cup semi-final clash against Sydney FC is a perfect chance to showcase what his team can bring to Australian football’s top flight. 10 Oct 2017
Difficult not impossible - South Melbourne plot Cupset

Difficult not impossible - South Melbourne plot Cupset

Ahead of Wednesday night’s blockbuster FFA Cup semi-final against Sydney FC, South Melbourne star striker Milos Lujic believes they have the form to cause an upset 9 Oct 2017
Glory gives Heidelberg hero his big break

Glory gives Heidelberg hero his big break

'King' Kenny Athiu has finally got his A-League break with Perth Glory, after another scintillating season proved too good to ignore. 7 Oct 2017
Heidelberg topple Strikers in NPL Grand Final

Heidelberg topple Strikers in NPL Grand Final

Heidelberg United have completed a rare domestic double with a comprehensive 2-0 win over Brisbane Strikers to claim the NPL title in front of a parochial 1,105 fans at Perry Park. 30 Sep 2017
NPL Grand Final pic special

NPL Grand Final pic special

Brisbane Strikers hosted Heidelberg United in the NPL Grand Final on Saturday. Pics by Getty Images. 30 Sep 2017
APIA blow up in epic Facebook rant

APIA blow up in epic Facebook rant

An APIA Leichhardt official has blown up in an epic rant on Facebook, accusing other clubs of trying to tap up their players. 29 Sep 2017
South star: FFA Cup semi our biggest game ever

South star: FFA Cup semi our biggest game ever

The FFA Cup semi-final is potentially the biggest game in South Melbourne's history says the club’s midfielder Marcus Schroen. 21 Sep 2017
Has the A-League abandoned the NPL?

Has the A-League abandoned the NPL?

Not a single player from the Australian National Premier Leagues (NPL) has made the move to the top tier this off-season ahead of the 2017/18 A-League season 14 Sep 2017
Culina backs promotion and relegation in Australia

Culina backs promotion and relegation in Australia

Former Socceroo Jason Culina has thrown his support behind introducing promotion and relegation into the A-League. 12 Sep 2017
APIA buzzing ahead of NSW NPL Grand Final

APIA buzzing ahead of NSW NPL Grand Final

APIA Leichhardt coach Daniel Cummins says the Tigers are buzzing ahead of Sunday’s NSW NPL Grand Final against Manly United. 8 Sep 2017
Gallery: Scenes as Heidelberg wins NPL Vic premiership

Gallery: Scenes as Heidelberg wins NPL Vic premiership

FTBL headed out to David Barro Stadium as Heidelberg celebrated in style. 22 Aug 2017
Nick Ward opens up on his dark days

Nick Ward opens up on his dark days

Nick Ward was out of the game for two years until he joined NPLVIC side Bentleigh Greens mid-season, and feels life after the game can catch most professional footballers by surprise. 21 Aug 2017