Calls grow for A-League and W-League to introduce a permanent Indigenous round

There has been a lot of talk about the opportunity for Australian talent to shine in the W-League and A-League this season, with fewer imports or Australian internationals involved.

But is there also an opportunity to further showcase First Nations football this year?

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Newcastle Jets captain Gema Simon said she would to love to see a permanent Indigenous round implemented in both leagues.

The Gumbaynggirr woman, who has notched 11 caps for the Matildas, told The Grandstand Football Podcast she took pride in representing her community and family, and that a regular Indigenous round would highlight that representation, encouraging First Nations people to dream big in the sport.

“I think that would be incredible, yeah. I’d love to see…