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Women’s leadership flagged as FIFA women’s World Cup legacy, on same day one is booted off FA board
Australian soccer’s internal politics is threatening to overshadow next week’s unveiling of the plan to maximise long-term benefit from hosting the women’s soccer World Cup.
Key points:
- Heather Reid was narrowly voted off the Football Australia board on Friday after a motion was put forward by Football NSW, with several abstentions
- The move comes days before the FA unveils the Women’s World Cup Legacy Program, a key feature of which is women’s leadership within the sport
- Reid was highlighted by supporters of former Matildas coach Alen Stajcic as being key to his sacking
Australia’s most recognised female football administrator, Heather Reid, will not be at Parliament House with Football Australia (FA) officials when details of the 2023 FIFA…
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