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2026 Sapphire Cup Round 5 Draw Released
Just eight teams remain in the race for Sapphire Cup glory following the release of the Round 5 draw, with big clashes set to headline the round. A rematch of last season’s League One Women’s Grand Final will see SD Raiders host Hills United, while the current top two sides in the NPL Women’s NSW…
Read More2026 Australia Cup Preliminary Round 6 Draw Released
The journey to the Hahn Australia Cup Round of 32 ramps up with the release of the Round 6 Draw of the Football NSW Preliminary Rounds, with teams now just two games away from the national stage of the competition. View the summary of the draw below. Fixtures will be posted on the Football NSW Match…
Read MoreFootball NSW Launches Future Female Coaches Mentoring Program
Football NSW is proud to announce the 2026 edition of its Future Female Coaches Mentoring Program, an initiative aimed at developing the next generation of high-performance female coaches within the state’s talented player pathway. The program is designed for female coaches who hold a minimum AFC B Diploma and are actively working within Football NSW…
Read MoreStep Into Coaching Leadership with Football NSW’s Female CET Program
Female coach education tutors play a vital role in shaping inclusive, well-rounded coaching pathways. By bringing diverse perspectives, lived experience and strong leadership to coach development, female tutors enrich learning environments and inspire the next generation of coaches. We are proud to harness the skills, knowledge and passion of outstanding female coach education tutors who…
Read MoreFootball NSW releases new Foundation of Futsal Courses for 2026
Football NSW is pleased to release the dates for our Foundation of Futsal Courses for 2026. The Foundation of Futsal course is designed for beginner level coaches and volunteer parents working with junior and youth players, or those new to the game of futsal. In this course, participants will take part in practical sessions covering…
Read MoreFootball NSW Hosts Successful JDL Regional Game Day in Goulburn
Football NSW held its JDL Regional Game Day on Sunday March 29th at Cookbundoon Sports Complex in Goulburn, with all Regional Associations able to send in teams. Over 60 teams participated in the Game Day across Under 9–12 Boys and Girls. As part of the Game Day, and Football NSW’s approach to coach development opportunities,…
Read More2026 Australia Cup Preliminary Round 5 Draw Released
Football NSW clubs move one step closer to the Hahn Australia Cup Round of 32 with the release of the Preliminary Round 5 Draw. The round features several exciting matchups across the competition. NPL Men’s NSW side Rockdale Ilinden FC will host Southern Districts Soccer Football Association representatives Fairfield Patrician Brothers FC, in a clash…
Read MoreFootball NSW Hosts Female Coaches CPD Workshop During AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026
Football NSW recently hosted an exclusive Female Coaches CPD Workshop during the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026, providing an opportunity for female coaches to further develop their knowledge while engaging with the tournament. Held at ACPE on 14 March, the workshop brought together female coaches who received C or B Diploma scholarships in 2025 for…
Read MoreRound 7 Preview – League One Women’s
Heading into Round 7 of the Football NSW League One Women’s competition, the ladder has started to take shape as teams look to position themselves for finals charges. It is a Super Sunday featuring six games to take place headlined by the Match of the Round between Bankstown City Lions FC and Central Coast Mariners…
Read MoreRound 10 Preview – League Two Men’s
With more sides in Australia Cup action, teams in form, getting back into form and those in between, Round 10 of the 2026 Football NSW League Two Men’s season promises to deliver once more. Match of the Round: Dunbar Rovers FC vs Bonnyrigg White Eagles FC Saturday, 11 April 2026 – 7pm, Rockdale Ilinden Sports…
Read MoreRound 9 Review – League Two Men’s
Round 9 of the 2026 Football NSW League Two Men’s season saw plenty of teams keep clean sheets, one team hold on late and another pick up all three points in stoppage time. The Match of the Round this week saw just the second scoreless draw of the season occur in a tense match between…
Read MoreFootball NSW to Host Two Futsal Level One Coaching Courses in 2026
Football NSW is set to deliver two Futsal Level One Coaching Courses in 2026, providing coaches across NSW with the opportunity to develop their skills and enhance coaching standards at club and community level. The first course will run from June to July, while the second course will take place from October to December. These…
Read MoreFlexible Football Initiatives Driving Growth in the Women’s Game Across NSW
Football NSW is continuing to grow the women’s game through its Flexible Football Initiatives, designed to make football more accessible, inclusive, and engaging for women and girls across the state. With social and summer football gaining popularity, many women are seeking shorter, less formal formats than the traditional 90-minute match. Currently, women make up 33%…
Read More2026 Sporting Schools Term 1 Review
From Playground to Pitch: Sporting Schools Driving Football Participation Across NSW Term 1 of the Sporting Schools program has brought football back to life in school playgrounds across New South Wales, with 36 programs delivered and students embracing the opportunity to get active, learn new skills, and enjoy the game. For many participants, these sessions…
Read MoreRound 9 Preview – League Two Men’s
Thursday night football returns in 2026, with clubs taking to the field across two big days of action in Round 9 of the 2026 Football NSW League Two Men’s season. Match of the Round: Bankstown United FC vs Central Coast United FC Saturday, 4 April 2026 – 5pm, Padstow Park Both Bankstown United FC and…
Read MoreRound 9 Preview – League One Men’s
A quarter of the way into the FNSW League One Men’s season, the table has begun to take shape ahead of round nine of the competition this weekend. Second placed Blacktown Spartans host Canterbury Bankstown in our streamed match. While there’s another good fixture at Jensen Park elsewhere. Match of the Round: Blacktown Spartans v…
Read MoreRound 6 Preview – League One Women’s
Round 6 in the Football NSW League One Women’s competition stretches across the whole long weekend with some exciting football for fans to enjoy. There are six games to run the rule over across the four days headlined by the Match of the Round between South Coast Flame FC and Sutherland Strikers FC on Saturday…
Read MorePremier League Match Officials Visit Football NSW Referees Branch at Valentine Sports Park
Football NSW Referees Branch members were given a unique opportunity last Wednesday, as a group of international referees from England visited Valentine Sports Park during their time in Sydney for the FIFA Series clash between the Socceroos and Cameroon. More than 60 match officials attended the session, where Premier League referees Andy Madley, Rob Jones,…
Read MoreRound 8 Review – League Two Men’s
Plenty of big away wins saw more shake-ups amid a wet weekend of football in Round 8 of the 2026 League Two Men’s season. The Match of the Round between Granville Rage and Parramatta FC was washed out, so here is the rest of the action from the weekend. Saturday, 28th March 2026 Central Coast…
Read MoreRound 5 Review – League One Women’s
Round 5 in the Football NSW League One Women’s competition delivered plenty of action and statements from the contending sides as they continue to find their rhythm and settle on their positions on the ladder. There were six games to check out this weekend headlined by the Match of the Round between St George FC…
Read MoreFootball NSW Hosts Coach Education Tutor Training Program to Strengthen Local Coaching Capacity
Football NSW recently delivered its latest Coach Education Tutor Training Program, designed to build the capability of member associations to deliver grassroots coaching courses within their districts. The initiative equips locally identified candidates with the skills and accreditation needed to become Coach Education Tutors, helping associations take greater ownership of course delivery while aligning with…
Read MoreRound 8 Preview – League Two Men’s
A Super Saturday of action awaits in Round 8 of the 2026 Football NSW League Two Men’s season, with a derby and matches of big importance in store. Match of the Round: Granville Rage vs Parramatta FC Saturday, 28 March 2026 – 7pm, Garside Park Another Western Sydney Derby will reignite when Granville Rage and…
Read MoreRound 8 Preview – League One Men’s
Round eight in the Football NSW League One Men’s competition features some key fixtures, with teams jostling for position and momentum in the standings. Saturday night’s Match of the Round sees Western City Rangers host Rydalmere Lions, while other notable games take place at Penshurst on Friday night and Jensen Park on Saturday. Match of…
Read MoreRound 5 Preview – League One Women’s
Round 5 in the Football NSW League One Women’s competition turns the page towards the second month of the season, as teams begin to settle in and find their rhythm. Six matches headline the weekend, including a blockbuster Match of the Round between St George FC and SD Raiders FC. Match of the Round: St…
Read MoreFootball NSW Delivers Successful Inaugural Grassroots Referees Conference
Football NSW successfully delivered its inaugural Grassroots Referees Conference this Saturday at Valentine Sports Park, bringing together referees, coaches and branch leaders from across the state for a full day of learning and development. As Australia’s first conference dedicated solely to grassroots refereeing, the event marked an important step forward in supporting match officials at…
Read More2026 Australia Cup Preliminary Round 4 draw released
The draw for Round 4 of the Hahn Australia Cup 2026 Football NSW Preliminary Rounds has been completed. This stage of the competition will see 14 Football NSW NPL Men’s clubs enter the fray, joining the 50 Round 3 winners in what promises to be another exciting set of fixtures. Highlighting the classic ‘Magic of…
Read MoreFootball NSW Announces New Female-Only C Diploma Coaching Course
Football NSW has announced the release of a new Female-Only C Diploma course, set to take place at Valentine Sports Park, providing a supportive and inclusive environment for women looking to advance their coaching journey. The course will run across four sessions: Saturday 11 April 2026 | 9:00am – 4:00pm Saturday 18 April 2026 |…
Read MoreFootball NSW Referees Selected for 2026 Emerging Matildas and Socceroos Championships
Football NSW is proud to announce the referees selected for the upcoming Emerging Socceroos Championships and Emerging Matildas Championships! Emerging Matildas Referees: Sarah Sharples – St George Football Referees Association Chloe Holmes – Southern Tablelands Referees Olivia Volpato – Football South Coast Aaliyah Elzein – St George Football Referees Association Taylah Stiskin – Granville Districts…
Read MoreRound 7 Preview – League Two Men’s
With some teams in Australia Cup action among their league matches, Round 7 of the 2026 Football NSW League Two Men’s season brings new challenges for each side. Match of the Round: Camden Tigers FC vs Inner West Hawks FC Saturday, 21 March 2026 – 7pm, Ron Dine Memorial Reserve – Carbiz Stadium Camden Tigers…
Read MoreRound 7 Preview – League One Men’s
Some big games are set to take place in round seven of the FNSW League One Men’s competition this weekend. Headlined by our first look at our league leaders in Northern Tigers against top-four opposition, there’s plenty of other games involving teams in and around each other in the standings. Match of the Round: Northern…
Read MoreRound 4 Preview – League One Women’s
Round 4 in the Football NSW League One Women’s competition promises a fascinating weekend of action on a Super Sunday. Across six contests, there are two derby matches and a mouth-watering Match of the Round between SD Raiders FC and South Coast Flame FC. Match of the Round: SD Raiders FC vs South Coast Flame…
Read MoreRound 6 Review – League Two Men’s
A mammoth 34 goals were scored in Round 6 of the 2026 Football NSW League Two Men’s competition, with statements made across the league. The Match of the Round delivered one of those high-scoring encounters as Mounties Wanderers FC completed a remarkable comeback against Dunbar Rovers FC. Friday, 13th March 2026 Match of the Round:…
Read MoreRound 6 Review – League One Men’s
Round six of the FNSW League One Men’s competition saw five goals scored in five games as the goals flowed across Saturday and Sunday. A good weekend for the pace setters this season with the top four all winning, while Newcastle Jets also claimed their first three points of the season. Match of the Round:…
Read MoreRound 6 Preview – League Two Men’s
One unbeaten team remains in the 2026 Football NSW League Two Men’s season as the competition heads into a Round 6 full of big fixtures. The Match of the Round sees Mounties Wanderers FC look to bounce back from their first loss of the season when they host a resilient Dunbar Rovers FC side. Friday,…
Read MoreRound 6 Preview – League One Men’s
After not one but two goal-of-the-season contenders last weekend, fans will be eager to see what Round 6 of the FNSW League One Men’s competition has in store. With plenty of intriguing fixtures on this weekend’s slate, let’s dive into the preview. Match of the Round: Hakoah FC v Macarthur Rams Sunday 15 March, 4:30pm…
Read MoreRound 3 Preview – League One Women’s
The Football NSW League One Women’s competition is in full swing as we head into Round 3, with teams starting to find their footing. This weekend features six exciting games, highlighted by the Match of the Round between Blacktown Spartans FC and Camden Tigers FC. Let’s dive into the preview! Match of the Round: Blacktown…
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