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Ex-Matildas midfielder Heather Garriock to take over as Football Australia's interim CEO

James Johnson resigned as Football Australia CEO on May 8, 2025, ending his five-and-a-half-year leadership tenure.
Johnson stepped down amid strained relations with the Australian Professional Leagues and after navigating the COVID-19 crisis and organizational changes.
During his tenure starting in January 2020, Johnson secured major broadcasting deals, oversaw the A-Leagues' separation, and supported national teams' successes like the 2022 World Cup and 2023 Women's World Cup.
Johnson described it as 'a privilege to lead Football Australia,' thanked the board and staff, and expressed his passion for Australian football while announcing his intent to stay to support the CEO transition.
Former Matildas player and board member Heather Garriock has been appointed interim CEO as the organization conducts a search for Johnson's permanent successor.

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Ex-Matildas midfielder Heather Garriock to take over as Football Australia’s interim CEO

SYDNEY (AP) — Long-time Matildas midfielder Heather Garriock will take over as Football Australia’s interim chief executive officer after James Johnson resigned from the role on Thursday.

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Ex-Matildas midfielder Heather Garriock to take over as Football Australia's interim CEO

SYDNEY (AP) — Long-time Matildas midfielder Heather Garriock will take over as Football Australia’s interim chief executive officer after James Johnson resigned from the role on Thursday.

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