Neal Symons
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Neal is the co-founder and Operations Manager at Kick360. He is a freelance football journalist/broadcaster currently studying a bachelor of Commerce/Economics at Monash University. Neal has had work published for FNR Radio, The Roar Sports and a number of other outlets. He is also an NPL Victoria commentator and hosts The Round Ball Project Podcast.

Football Victoria announce cancellation of 2021 NPL Victoria and community seasons

Football Victoria have announced the cancellation of NPL Victoria, state league and community seasons due to the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdowns in Victoria. This is the second consecutive season that Victorian competitions have been cancelled, with…

Simon Hill and Andy Harper confirmed as Network Ten announce football talent

After months of speculation Viacom/CBS have confirmed the highly anticipated and long awaited return of Simon Hill to the commentary box alongside Andy Harper for the upcoming Socceroos clashes next week and beyond. Former players are also abundant as in…

Maclaren, Carpenter and Metcalfe winners in annual PFA Awards

The production line of Melbourne City was rewarded with some silver-wear, as current and former A-League and W-League talents cleaned up the PFA Players’ Awards. A-League Golden Boot winner Jamie Maclaren was awarded Men’s Footballer of the Year after a…

“The goal is to start and to finish” – FFA Cup to continue despite nation-wide lockdowns

James Johnson has pledged to ensure that the 2021 edition of the FFA Cup will be completed despite yesterday’s announcement that the 2021 NPL NSW season has been cancelled. The Australian footballing public have expressed their concerns that the competition…

A return to NSW as Petratos joins Western Sydney

The Western Sydney Wanderers have confirmed the surprising acquisition of Dimi Petratos on a one-season loan from Saudi Arabian club Al-Wehda, scoring 10 goals in 28 appearances last season. Petratos’ return to Australia is a return to his hometown of…

Western Sydney Wanderers unveil 10th season badge

After ten seasons of existence, the Wanderers have unveiled their new badge which incorporates the original elements of their crest, but features new characteristics. The black ring is extended to highlight the growth the club has seen over its nine…

Terry Antonis returns to Australia with the Wanderers

In a move that heavily strengthens Western Sydney’s midfield, Terry Antonis has re-joined the Western Sydney Wanderers after leaving K-League side Suwon Samsung Bluewings. Antonis plied his trade on loan at the Red and Black during the 2016/17 season while…

Goalscorer Hemed signs for Western Sydney

After weeks of speculation, rejected overseas moves and competition from rival A-League clubs, Israeli striker Tomer Hemed has penned a one-year deal with the Western Sydney Wanderers ahead of their tenth season in the A-League. After a slow start to…

New Era for City as construction commences in Casey

In a tumultuous week for Melbourne City, the A-League Champions have announced that they have commenced the construction of their new Etihad City Football Academy Melbourne, with 84 hectares allocated for the new sporting precinct in South East Melbourne. First…

Blue Moon in Melbourne as City are crowned A-League Champions

Melbourne City have etched their name in the history books with a stunning 2-1 victory over Sydbey FC in the 2021 A-League Grand Final. City cement themselves as the first A-League expansion side to win the competition, following last year’s…