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In pics: The Gallop Years...

In pics: The Gallop Years...

Football Federation Australia Chief Exzecutive David Gallop today revealed he'll quit the job at the end of the year - so have a look back at this time in the hot seat through seven years of highs and lows. 11 Jul 2019
FFA review as Matildas exit reignites toxic coach row

FFA review as Matildas exit reignites toxic coach row

The FFA will commission an independent review of their handling of former Matildas coach Alen Stajcic sacking, and review of the team's World Cup performance. 24 Jun 2019
FFA keep Stajcic papers from ethics boss

FFA keep Stajcic papers from ethics boss

Football Federation Australia boss David Gallop is refusing to hand over details behind the sacking of Matildas boss to the FFA's own ethics committee, according to a report in The Australian today. 11 Jun 2019
Millions needed for Women's World Cup bid

Millions needed for Women's World Cup bid

FFA chief executive David Gallop says bidding for the 2023 Women's World Cup is a worthwhile investment even if it will require substantial government funding. 21 May 2019
Gallop backs A-League finals format

Gallop backs A-League finals format

FFA boss David Gallop has pointed to record-breaking numbers to back the existing finals format of the A-League as opposed to a first past the post system. 21 May 2019
FFA: Our Asian spot is 'fragile'

FFA: Our Asian spot is 'fragile'

Football Federation Australia has warned Australia's place in Asian football is not guaranteed – and there are powerful forces lined up against it. 14 Mar 2019
FFA to A-League bosses: Bring out the big guns again

FFA to A-League bosses: Bring out the big guns again

Football Federation Australia bosses want A-League club owners to splash out on big name marquee stars to bring back fans and save the TV deal, chief executive David Gallop said today. 13 Mar 2019
FTBL survey: FFA's overwhelming fail

FTBL survey: FFA's overwhelming fail

Football Federation Australia has been judged by football fans in the new Big Australian FTBL Survey – and overwhelmingly failed. 12 Mar 2019
Football grows but funding falls short

Football grows but funding falls short

Almost two million people are now participating in football, according to a new FFA audit...despite a claimed $500 million funding shortfall. 22 Feb 2019
FFA keep reasons for Stajcic's sacking a secret even from Milicic

FFA keep reasons for Stajcic's sacking a secret even from Milicic

New Matildas boss Ante Milicic revealed his first squad today and vowed: "I can't change the start of this journey, but as of today, I can have an impact on the way it's going to end." 21 Feb 2019
'FFA executives in the crosshairs now'

'FFA executives in the crosshairs now'

David Gallop is one of three executives reported to be in the crosshairs of the Football Federation Australia board as the fallout from the Alen Stajcic debacle gathers momentum. 13 Feb 2019
FFA fires back at Stajcic

FFA fires back at Stajcic

Football Federation Australia tonight fired back at former Matildas coach Alen Stajcic and doubled down on their decision to axe him. 11 Feb 2019
Pepe focus on Arsenal, not Matildas

Pepe focus on Arsenal, not Matildas

Arsenal coach Joe ‘Pepe’ Montemurro continues to shine in England after being nominated for Manager of the Year by the London Football Awards 2019, but his full focus is at the Gunners as the FFA continue to hunt for a new Matildas coach. 1 Feb 2019
'There was nothing there to sack a coach over...'

'There was nothing there to sack a coach over...'

The damage done by the FFA’s rush to axe Alen Stajcic goes far beyond the destruction of his reputation and career – and even beyond the divide it’s apparently creating in the Matildas. 23 Jan 2019
FFA sidestepped warnings to sack Stajcic

FFA sidestepped warnings to sack Stajcic

Football Federation Australia admitted they used contract loopholes to bypass giving sacked Matildas coach Alen Stajcic any warnings or counselling prior to his removal on Saturday. 21 Jan 2019
Matildas boss axed over 'culture' issues

Matildas boss axed over 'culture' issues

Football Federation Australia today confirmed they had sacked Matildas coach Alen Stajcic after players and coaching staff alleged "workplace culture" issues. 19 Jan 2019