After an ugly week for the beautiful game in Australia,in which the Socceroos and Matildas suffered a disappointing draw and a shock defeat,it’s time to look in the mirror.
The NPL NSW outfit have become the first state-league team to conquer two A-League opponents in the FFA Cup.
Sydney FC’s title hopes may have suffered a major setback with key midfielder Luke Brattan suffering a suspected ACL tear in an FFA Cup match.
Wednesday night’s FFA Cup clash against Sydney FC is an opportunity for Sydney Olympic to restore some pride after a year they’d rather forget - albeit one ruined by no fault of their own.
The world game's governing body in Australia has a new name - one that Clive Palmer once used in a short-lived attempt to establish a rebel organisation.
The arrangement is believed to be worth about $32 million to FFA,which is a reduction on the old contract but in line with renegotiated deals in other sports.
Mark Viduka might have labelled the FFA as clueless,but chairman Chris Nikou agrees with him on one key point – not enough has been done on player development.
The A-League and W-League will go ahead but all community,grassroots football and National Premier League competitions will be suspended for a month.
A-League expansion clubs are in a frantic search for players. Former Socceroos are cutting their teeth as coaches. It's set to be a big year for the NPL.
Nearly 20 years since the collapse of the National Soccer League,the hallmarks of what some lambast as the"old soccer"era are creeping back.
It's no substitute for relegation,but the worst-performing teams in the A-League will be punished from next year onwards.