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The narrative surrounding the Australian football pyramid has started to shift, mainly due to the recent success of NPL clubs in the Australia Cup 🏆

Harry Bailey believes the once-clear quality gap between the A-League and NPL is now being challenged ✍️

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Why the quality gap is closing between the A-League and NPL
The narrative surrounding the Australian football pyramid has started to shift, mainly due to the recent success of NPL clubs in the Australia Cup. Harry Bailey believes the once-clear quality gap bet...
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October 29, 2025 at 9:14 PM
Goals in Scotland, a concerning injury setback in the Netherlands, and an Aussie at the heart (pun intended) of an unlikely title charge 🇱🇻

Ross Papadakis presents his updated Aussies abroad power rankings 📊

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FPF's Aussies Abroad power rankings: Week 8
Goals in Scotland, a concerning injury setback in the Netherlands, and an Aussie at the heart of an unlikely title charge. Ross Papadakis presents his updated Aussies abroad power rankings.
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October 29, 2025 at 5:15 AM
With the A-League Men season underway, many Australian players are looking to stake their claim for a place in Tony Popovic's Socceroos squad for the World Cup 🛫

In the lead-up, Caydn Foley will highlight some potential options in this new series ✍️

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The A-League World Cup radar: A Socceroos selection series - Week 1
With the A-League Men season underway, many Australian players are looking to stake their claim for a place in Tony Popovic's Socceroos squad for the World Cup. In the lead-up, Caydn Foley will highli...
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October 28, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Following a historic campaign in which Adelaide United claimed their first A-League Women's Finals Series win in club history, the Reds are aiming to prove they are here to stay.

Read Antonis Pagonis preview of their 2025/26 season ✍️

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Adelaide United Women 2025/26 season preview: Can the Reds cement themselves as contenders?
Following a historic season in which Adelaide United claimed their first A-League Women's Finals Series win in club history, the Reds are aiming to prove they are here to stay.
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October 28, 2025 at 5:35 AM
A former Jet continues his hot streak, fruitful periods for Ryan and Toure, and some MLS recognition 😉

Ross Papadakis presents his updated Aussies abroad power rankings 📊
FPF's Aussies Abroad power rankings: Week 7
A former Jet continues his hot streak, fruitful periods for Ryan and Toure, and some MLS recognition. Ross Papadakis presents his updated Aussies abroad power rankings.
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October 22, 2025 at 11:09 PM
Airton Andrioli's first A-League match ended with three points, but more importantly, in a shift of atmosphere surrounding Adelaide United 🔴

Antonis Pagonis analyses what went right and if it can last ✍️
The vibe is back at Coopers - Can Airton Andrioli's Adelaide United maintain it?
Airton Andrioli's first A-League match ended with three points, but more importantly, in a shift of atmosphere surrounding Adelaide United. Antonis Pagonis analyses what went right and if it can last.
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October 21, 2025 at 1:13 AM
"This is by far the least excited I've ever been for an A-League season in my lifetime." 🗣️

In his new column The Director's Chair, @christianm29.bsky.social begins by asking a few simple questions for the APL ✍️
The Director's Chair: What on earth is going on with the A-Leagues?
"This is by far the least excited I've ever been for an A-League season in my lifetime." In his new column The Director's Chair, Christian Marchetti begins by asking a few simple questions for the APL...
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October 17, 2025 at 2:58 AM
A tumultuous off-season has seen Adelaide United's Men's program undergo significant change. After years of relative stability in an otherwise unstable league, the spotlight will be on how the Reds adapt.

Read Antonis Pagonis' preview of their 2025/26 season ✍️
Adelaide United 2025/26 season preview: What can go right and what can go wrong?
Adelaide United has a new coach and multiple new faces on the field. Antonis Pagonis previews how the Reds will fare in the 2025/26 A-League Men season.
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October 16, 2025 at 7:49 AM
As one of the eight foundation clubs, the Marconi Stallions started the Australian Championship with a narrow defeat to Heidelberg United last weekend.

Jose Campo spoke to head coach Peter Tsekenis before that first match to preview his side's inaugural campaign 🗣️
"You just don't know" - Marconi embracing unpredictability of Australian Championship
As one of the eight foundation clubs, the Marconi Stallions started the Australian Championship with a narrow defeat to Heidelberg United last weekend. Jose Campo spoke to head coach Peter Tsekenis be...
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October 16, 2025 at 6:14 AM
Another Bos goal involvement, Segecic back among the goals, and a defender is quietly going about his business in Austria 🇦🇹

Ross Papadakis presents his updated Aussies abroad power rankings 📊
FPF's Aussies Abroad power rankings: Week 6
Another Bos goal involvement, Segecic back among the goals, and a defender is quietly going about his business in Austria. Ross Papadakis presents his updated Aussies abroad power rankings.
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October 3, 2025 at 7:17 AM
How far can they go? Who will catch the eye? How should we define success?

In this piece, Matt Olsen previews a seismic U-20 World Cup campaign for the Young Socceroos ✍️
How are the Young Socceroos shaping up ahead of the U-20 World Cup?
How far can they go? Who will catch the eye? How should we define success? In this piece, Matt Olsen previews a seismic U-20 World Cup campaign for the Young Socceroos.
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September 27, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Another Bos stunner, a barren run for Segecic, and Ryan's becoming a key figure in Spain 🇪🇸

Ross Papadakis presents his updated Aussies abroad power rankings 📊

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FPF's Aussies Abroad power rankings: Week 5
Another Bos stunner, a barren run for Segecic, and Ryan's becoming a key figure in Spain. Ross Papadakis presents his updated Aussies abroad power rankings.
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September 26, 2025 at 7:19 AM
62 years. That is how long it has been since Melbourne Knights were last relegated in a bottom of the table, straight down scenario.

So, what happened? Declan Mythen investigates and analyses the peak, mediocre slump, and eventual fall of Melbourne Knights FC ✍️
Unchartered waters: A relegated Melbourne Knights
62 years. That is how long it has been since Melbourne Knights were last relegated in a bottom of the table, straight down scenario. So, what happened? Declan Mythen investigates and analyses the peak...
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September 19, 2025 at 6:13 AM
Sapsford's soaring, a midfielder sneaks into the top 10, and Burgess spoils the Postecoglou party 😅

Ross Papadakis presents his updated Aussies abroad power rankings 📊
FPF's Aussies Abroad power rankings: Week 4
Sapsford's soaring, a midfielder sneaks into the top 10, and Burgess spoils the Postecoglou party. Ross Papadakis presents his updated Aussies abroad power rankings.
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September 18, 2025 at 8:29 AM
The 2025 Football South Australia NPL Grand Final sees MetroStars take on Croydon FC at ServiceFM Stadium, with both sides eager to end their respective championship droughts 🏆

Antonis Pagonis has our preview of a big occasion for the two clubs ✍️
2025 NPL SA Grand Final: MetroStars and Croydon FC vie for a return to the Championship throne
The 2025 NPL SA Grand Final sees MetroStars take on Croydon FC at ServiceFM Stadium, with both sides eager to end their respective championship droughts.
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September 10, 2025 at 7:00 AM
"It's about connecting people that have a common appreciation for AC Milan" 🔴 ⚫️

Ian Pulczynski recently spoke to Milan Club Sydney President Daniel Karamaneas to learn more about how the Italian giants are followed in the Harbour City 🗣️
Milan Club Sydney uniting "a common appreciation" for an Italian giant
Ian Pulczynski recently spoke to Milan Club Sydney President Daniel Karameneas to learn more about how the Italian giants are followed in the Harbour City.
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September 2, 2025 at 6:13 AM
Ross Papadakis' latest Aussies abroad power rankings:

1️⃣ Nestory Irankunda
2️⃣ Sam Silvera
3️⃣ Alessandro Circati
4️⃣ Adrian Segecic
5️⃣ Jed Drew
6️⃣ Jordan Bos
7️⃣ Massimo Luongo
8️⃣ Callum Elder
9️⃣ Zac Sapsford
🔟 Cameron Burgess

📈 On the rise—Marco Tilio, Garang Kuol
📉 Slipping down—Daniel Arzani

📸—Watford FC
September 2, 2025 at 3:02 AM
Circati earns plenty of plaudits, Bos moves in Rotterdam, and a former Wanderer continues his derby dominance 🍊

Ross Papadakis presents his updated Aussies abroad power rankings 📊
FPF's Aussies Abroad power rankings: Week 3
Circati earns plenty of plaudits, Bos moves in Rotterdam, and a former Wanderer continues his derby dominance. Ross Papadakis presents his updated Aussies abroad power rankings.
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September 1, 2025 at 10:06 AM
"We're not just beating them in penalties or with a lucky goal—we're putting three or four past teams and not conceding" 🗣️

Heidelberg United, the unofficial kings of the Cupset, look to slay another A-League giant tonight 🟡 ⚫

Adam Palombi ✍️
"The gap gets smaller every year" - Ben Collins and Heidelberg United eye Australia Cup Final
"We're not just beating them in penalties or with a lucky goal—we're putting three or four past teams and not conceding." Ben Collins and Heidelberg United, the unofficial kings of the Cupset, look to...
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August 30, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Irankunda announces himself, an unlikely resurgence continues at Boro, and midfielders impress in the US 🇺🇸

Ross Papadakis presents his updated Aussies abroad power rankings 📊
FPF's Aussies Abroad power rankings: Week 2
Irankunda announces himself, an unlikely resurgence continues at Boro, and midfielders impress in the US. Ross Papadakis presents his updated Aussies abroad power rankings.
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August 27, 2025 at 12:31 AM
"I wanted to do something different" 🗣️

John Iredale's continental switch was a curious move to Aussie football fans, but the Socceroo is enjoying his time in South Korea as he looks to write an exciting new chapter in his club's history 🇰🇷

Ian Pulczynski ✍️
"Something different" - John Iredale talks switch to South Korean capital
"I wanted to do something different." John Iredale's continental switch was a curious move to Aussie football fans, but the Socceroo is enjoying his time in South Korea as he looks to write an excitin...
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August 25, 2025 at 7:04 AM
Will Metro finally break their championship drought? Can City spoil the party? Is Birkalla a sleeper? 🤔

In the lead-up to the 2025 NPL SA Finals Series, Antonis Pagonis breaks down the narratives that will shape this post-season ✍️

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FPF's 2025 NPL SA Finals Series preview
In the lead-up to the 2025 NPL SA Finals Series, Front Page Football breaks down the narratives that will shape this post-season.
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August 22, 2025 at 6:15 AM
Ross Papadakis' first ever Aussies abroad power rankings:

1️⃣ Adrian Segecic
2️⃣ Nestory Irankunda
3️⃣ Callum Elder
4️⃣ Jed Drew
5️⃣ Kusini Yengi & Nicolas Milanovic
6️⃣ Sam Silvera
7️⃣ Jordan Bos
8️⃣ Alessandro Circati
9️⃣ Fran Karacic
🔟 Connor Metcalfe

📈 On the rise - Lewis Miller

📸 - Jason Brown Photography
August 20, 2025 at 7:37 AM
A young duo put their names in lights, a Scotland-based Socceroo eased early frustrations, and a Championship veteran reminded everyone of his value 🐏

Front Page Football's new Aussies abroad power rankings are here, courtesy of Ross Papadakis ✍️

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FPF's Aussies Abroad power rankings: Week 1
A young duo put their names in lights, a Scotland-based Socceroo eased early frustrations, and a Championship veteran reminded everyone of his value. Front Page Football's new Aussies abroad power ran...
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August 19, 2025 at 6:55 AM
"There's a real determination in this group to build the glory days back again" 🗣️

Josh Langdon was the hero for Brisbane City once again as they edged past Olympic Kingsway to book their place in the Australia Cup quarter finals 🇮🇹

Adam Cattell ✍️

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"I just had to commit" - Langdon's heroics seal Brisbane City's place in Australia Cup quarter-finals
Josh Langdon was the hero for Brisbane City once again as they edged past Olympic Kingsway to book their place in the Australia Cup quarter finals.
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August 13, 2025 at 8:39 AM