Professional soccer in Australia
Soccer participation in Australia
Soccer ranks among the most popular participation sports in the nation, with over 1.2 million Australians aged 15 and over participating in the sport in 2022. The sport is even more popular among young Australians, with the participation rate in soccer second only to swimming among children aged up to 14 years old. After childhood, participation in sports trends downward as other commitments, poor health, and other barriers to participation arise.While Australia’s A-League may not rank among the top soccer leagues worldwide, soccer in Australia remains a popular choice for spectators and participants alike.