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O'Rourke 'accepts' he faces axe after travel debacle

O'Rourke 'accepts' he faces axe after travel debacle

A-League boss Greg O'Rourke admits he now faces the axe after twice failing to get Melbourne City, Western United and Melbourne Victory into NSW before the border lockdown kicked in. 9 Jul 2020
'As many club members and fans as possible' - A-League sets goals for resuming with fans in the stands

'As many club members and fans as possible' - A-League sets goals for resuming with fans in the stands

The door for fans to be in the stands for the final games of the 2019/20 A-League regular season and finals campaign remains well and truly open, with decision-makers saying they will do whatever they can to “accommodate as many club members and fans as possible” when the league returns. 16 Jun 2020
Heroes and villains in the A-League's TV drama

Heroes and villains in the A-League's TV drama

The phrase "never let a good crisis go to waste" has been tossed around during the A-League's COVID-19 shutdown, but Fox's embrace of that ethos looks set to cast them as villains. 29 May 2020
W-League looks to Asia as USA links firm

W-League looks to Asia as USA links firm

FFA's Head of Leagues Greg O'Rourke has revealed details of a new W-League partnership with the NWSL in the United States and the start of new relationships with leagues in Asia. 8 Nov 2019
Expansion in the pipeline as O'Rourke prepares W-League future

Expansion in the pipeline as O'Rourke prepares W-League future

FFA's Head of League's Greg O'Rourke says the process for W-League expansion or a full home and away season is underway with plans in the pipeline. 8 Nov 2019
A-League's rush to boost benches

A-League's rush to boost benches

A-League bosses have postponed plans to add any extra visa spots for squads...but just three days out from the start of the season, they are still hoping to increase bench sizes. 8 Oct 2019
Pay equality for A-League and W-League in salary overhaul

Pay equality for A-League and W-League in salary overhaul

W-League players will be paid the same minimum hourly rate as A-League players under a landmark new salary deal signed off today. 7 Jun 2019
Simon warned after getting two match ban

Simon warned after getting two match ban

Central Coast Mariners striker Matt Simon has been banned for two games for abusing officials during the match against Brisbane Roar last month. 4 Mar 2019
New A-League teams...but not W-League

New A-League teams...but not W-League

The two new teams joining the A-League will not expand the W-League, Football Federation Australia stressed today. 13 Dec 2018
Last minute deals seal wins

Last minute deals seal wins

A-League bosses were still talking dollars with expansion bids and local governments right up until the last moment of the decision making process last night, the FFA have admitted. 13 Dec 2018
FFA: Second division on the way

FFA: Second division on the way

A second division for the A-League is on its way as part of a radical overhaul of Australian football, FFA chairman Chris Nikou revealed today. 13 Dec 2018
FFA eye possible Bolt deal

FFA eye possible Bolt deal

Football Federation Australia have ruled out dipping into their marquee fund to help pay for Usain Bolt to play for Central Coast Mariners – but may find some marketing cash instead. 22 Oct 2018
O'Rourke on A-League expansion: We know who we want

O'Rourke on A-League expansion: We know who we want

The FFA knows which two new teams it wants in the A-League, but warns expansion of the topflight may be delayed. 16 Oct 2018
FFA: A-League bidders broke the rules

FFA: A-League bidders broke the rules

A-League boss Greg O’Rourke isn’t impressed with how some of the would be expansion teams have attacked rival bids in public. 15 Oct 2018
FFA: Wage scandal won’t derail South’s A-League bid

FFA: Wage scandal won’t derail South’s A-League bid

A-League boss Greg O’Rourke says allegations concerning South Melbourne FC being accused of wage theft by current and former players and staff won’t affect their top tier aspirations. 15 Oct 2018
Ex A-League chief wants back in

Ex A-League chief wants back in

In-game entertainment during matches makes the sport look like amateurs, says ex A-League Chief Archie Fraser, who added that he’d like to help steer Australia’s football revolution. 11 Oct 2018