US EditionAustralian A-League Side Western United Stripped of Licence
VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA, AUG 8 – Football Australia revoked Western United's licence after financial turmoil, late payments, and a FIFA ban blocked player registrations, impacting the club's future in the A-Leagues.
- On August 8, 2025, Western United FC was stripped of its licence after the independent Football Australia’s first instance board found it failed to meet licensing criteria.
- After winning the 2022 A-League Championship, Western United FC faced financial turmoil, with late player payments in April, May, June, and a FIFA ban over a dispute with Aleksandar Prijovic blocking new signings.
- The Australian Professional Leagues has yet to approve the proposed sale, which involves KAM Melbourne buying a $100m controlling stake, according to Western United FC chairman Jason Sourasis.
- Under Football Australia regulations, Western United FC has seven days to appeal; without a successful challenge, the club faces folding three years after their championship win.
- Despite Western United FC's licence withdrawal, Football Australia confirmed all other A-League clubs for the upcoming season, emphasizing commitment to stability.
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