A league and australian football news live socceroos in copa america limbo
A triple threat of football news!
A-League News
- The A-League has announced a new broadcast deal with Paramount+ (formerly 10 All Access) to show all 32 matches of the 2022-23 season. The deal is a significant boost for the league, which has struggled with broadcast rights in recent years. [Source: The Guardian]
- Melbourne City has signed former Socceroos midfielder James Jeggo on a two-year deal. Jeggo, 31, has played for clubs in Austria, Denmark, and the United States, and will add depth to City's midfield. [Source: Fox Sports]
- Sydney FC has re-signed star striker Adam Le Fondre on a one-year deal. Le Fondre, 35, has been a key player for the Sky Blues, scoring 23 goals in 44 appearances since joining the club in 2020. [Source: The Sydney Morning Herald]
Australian Football News
- The Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) has announced a new partnership with the Football Federation Australia (FFA) to develop the country's football talent. The partnership will provide AIS athletes with access to FFA's coaching and training programs. [Source: The Australian]
- The FFA has launched a new grassroots program aimed at increasing participation in women's football. The program, called "Girls' Football Week," will provide free coaching clinics and training sessions for girls aged 5-12. [Source: SBS News]
Socceroos in Copa America
- The Socceroos have been drawn into Group A of the 2024 Copa America, alongside Uruguay, Chile, and Paraguay. The tournament will be held in June 2024 and will feature 16 teams from across South America and Oceania. [Source: FIFA]
- Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has named a 26-man squad for the upcoming friendly matches against Ecuador and Chile. The squad includes several players who have been in good form in the A-League, including Melbourne City's Connor Metcalfe and Sydney FC's Alexander Baumjohann. [Source: The Sydney Morning Herald]
Limbo
- The Socceroos are currently in a limbo period, with no major international tournament scheduled until the 2026 World Cup. The team has been focusing on qualifying for the 2023 Asian Cup, but the lack of competitive matches has raised concerns about the team's preparation for the World Cup. [Source: The Australian]
I hope that's a good summary of the latest football news!