The latest association news, key insights and opinions, and updates on all our projects and campaigns.
News and Insights
This is the official communication hub for the Football Supporters Association Australia. We use this section to keep our members and the wider football community informed.
Here you will find the latest official news and statements from the FSAA, in-depth insights and opinions on critical issues affecting supporters, and regular updates on all our projects and advocacy campaigns.
Check back regularly for reliable information directly from the voice of Australian football supporters.
Mud patches and echoes: Why our clubs need homes, not just houses
The surface at Suncorp Stadium was, frankly, an embarrassment. To call it a pitch would be generous; it looked more like mud and clay with a few token blades of grass fighting for survival.
Kmart for Football: The danger of treating the football tribe like a transaction
FSAA Deputy Chair Blayne Treadgold explores the crucial difference between a casual fan and a truly invested supporter. As we look back to assess the legacy of the 2023 Women’s World Cup, the question remains: how the hell did we squander our biggest chance to convert new fans into rusted-on football supporters?
The Gungahlin United Collapse: A national warning on unfair football funding
The recent collapse of Gungahlin United, leaving 2,000 players without a team, is more than a local tragedy—it's a case study in systemic failure. FSAA's Nicholas Houston breaks down how a volunteer-run community club was driven into bankruptcy by massive government ground hire fees.
Selling the soul of the game – The dangerous precedent of exporting domestic fixtures
The connection between a club and its hometown is woven into the social fabric, passed down through generations. To treat a domestic fixture as a product to be sold to the highest bidder is to sever those community ties.
