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Australian professional football season developments

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The 2026-27 Australian football season involves the commencement of both the Australian Championship and the A-League Men. The Australian Championship is scheduled to begin on October 15, 2026, featuring 16 teams, including nine former National Soccer League clubs. The tournament will be broadcast via SBS and Football Australia’s YouTube channel, with the Grand Final expected between December 10 and 12. Simultaneously, the A-League Men season ~~begins following an extended off-season.~~ commences with the highly anticipated Sydney Derby between Sydney FC and Western Sydney Wanderers FC. Sydney FC has bolstered its roster with new arrivals Takahiro Sekine and Oriola Sunday, while the Wanderers aim to improve their standing under coach Ufuk Talay. Defending champions Auckland FC enter the campaign under new head coach Pedro ~~Moreira, while~~ Moreira. Additionally, Adelaide United is preparing for its AFC Champions League Two campaign following the ~~season opener features~~ departure of top scorer Luka Jovanovic to the ~~Sydney Derby between Sydney~~ MLS. In the Ninja A-League, Melbourne City FC has finalized its women’s squad with the signing of Matildas international Princess Ibini. Melbourne Victory has also strengthened its women’s program by signing goalkeeper Shaylee Lane and ~~Western Sydney Wanderers FC.~~ striker Jasmine Millar to Youth Development Agreements.

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