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Meet Australia's top 10 coaches for the second division Part I

Meet Australia's top 10 coaches for the second division Part I

FTBL believes in the quality of Australia’s coaches. But with such a small number of A-League clubs opportunity has been frustratingly limited: Enter the second division. 30 Jul 2019
On the sidelines: Epic Western Sydney Wanderers vs Leeds United gallery

On the sidelines: Epic Western Sydney Wanderers vs Leeds United gallery

Bankwest Stadium finally turned into Wanderland last night as the RBB and Western Sydney Wanderers arrived at their new home after three years in the wilderness. Oh and they played Leeds United too...holding them to a draw for 95 minutes until Pablo Hernandez sealed the win with a solo effort on goal after earlier strikes by Mateusz Bogusz for Leeds and Kweame Yeboah for WSW. check out our epic gallery for the action on and off the field. 21 Jul 2019
In Pics: Leeds vs Manchester United

In Pics: Leeds vs Manchester United

Championship side Leeds United proved no match for Premier League giants Manchester United when they clashed in a bruising encounter at Optus Stadium in Perth, with the Red Devils cruising to a 4-0 over their Yorkshire rivals. Check out the pics above. 18 Jul 2019
Manchester United and Leeds dismiss War of the Roses replay fears

Manchester United and Leeds dismiss War of the Roses replay fears

Manchester United coach Ole Gunnar Solskjaer doesn't expect there to be any trouble on or off the pitch when the Red Devils take on arch-rivals Leeds United at Optus Stadium on Wednesday night. 16 Jul 2019
No love lost between Leeds and Man Utd

No love lost between Leeds and Man Utd

Leeds captain Liam Cooper says the strong rivalry between his club and Manchester United still exists, and there could be some spice on Wednesday night. 15 Jul 2019
TV deal for Wanderers clash with Leeds

TV deal for Wanderers clash with Leeds

Western Sydney Wanderers today confirmed BeIn Sports will broadcast the club's clash with Leeds United as its first match at Bankwest Stadium. 11 Jul 2019
Melbourne Knights unveil their Championship blueprint

Melbourne Knights unveil their Championship blueprint

Melbourne Knights have unveiled their vision of a national second division in response to the white paper revealed last week by Football Federation Australia 26 Jun 2019
FFA: Tough talks ahead on promotion and relegation

FFA: Tough talks ahead on promotion and relegation

Football Federation Australia admit they expect stiff opposition on promotion and relegation specifics from A-League clubs as they head towards a national second tier. 25 Jun 2019
'New second division in 2021'

'New second division in 2021'

Football Federation Australia today pledged to launch a new second division in 2021...but admitted they still don't have all the answers on how to make it happen - and promotion and relegation is not a top priority. 20 Jun 2019
Could the 'Championship' be streamed on your favourite device?

Could the 'Championship' be streamed on your favourite device?

Those working towards a second division ‘Championship’ - set to start in 2021 - believe streaming of matches could supercharge the league’s profile as work continues on the league's finer details. 5 Jun 2019
Mile's men make Premier League return

Mile's men make Premier League return

Mile Jedinak's Aston Villa are back in the English Premier League, ending a three-year absence after beating Derby County 2-1 in the playoff final. 28 May 2019
'Second division could overtake A-League in fans' hearts'

'Second division could overtake A-League in fans' hearts'

The sheer edge-of-your-seat drama of promotion and relegation between the proposed second division and NPL will supercharge Australia's fans' interest in domestic football below the A-League, say those at the coal-face of the second tier. 6 May 2019
Aussies Abroad Weekend Wrap: Williams' Rotherham relegated

Aussies Abroad Weekend Wrap: Williams' Rotherham relegated

As the season comes to an end some amazing stories are being written for our Aussies Abroad. Ryan Williams' Rotherham United have been relegated from the Championship while youngsters in Holland got on the scoresheet. 29 Apr 2019
Why Queensland can become a ‘Championship’ hotbed

Why Queensland can become a ‘Championship’ hotbed

The grassroots boom in Queensland continues unabated with one former A-League star saying new Queensland teams on the national stage is what the Sunshine State desperately needs. 16 Apr 2019
Aussies Abroad Weekend Wrap: Luongo, Rogic score

Aussies Abroad Weekend Wrap: Luongo, Rogic score

There weren't as many scorers like last time out, but we still had a lot to be excited about in Aussies Abroad this week! Massimo Luongo scored his first goal for QPR since October while Mat Ryan had a day to forget for Brighton. 15 Apr 2019
'Market forces' to supercharge ambitious Championship, NPL clubs

'Market forces' to supercharge ambitious Championship, NPL clubs

Proponents of Australia’s proposed second division Championship want to encourage market forces and ambitious owners in both the Championship and NPL. 15 Apr 2019