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Episode 4: “Culture Is Our Greatest Asset”: Peter Filopoulos on the Power, Politics and Future of Australian Football
In this edition of Soccerscene: Unfiltered, Peter Filopoulos sits down with Willem van Denderen to unpack the politics, power, people and future of Australian football.
With almost 35 years across football and sport, Filopoulos reflects on his journey from South Melbourne Hellas and the NSL to Football Australia, Perth Glory and the AFL.
As Melbourne Victory and South Melbourne Hellas prepare for the Australia Cup Final, he explores the power of football culture, calling the occasion a potential “unification event” and questioning what the A-League can learn from it.
From leadership and governance to traditional clubs and the future of the game, Filopoulos doesn't shy away from the difficult conversations.
A revealing conversation with one of Australian football's most experienced voices.
In this edition of Soccerscene: Unfiltered, Melbourne Victory founding chairman Geoff Lord sits down with Mihaila Kilibarda for an honest appraisal of where he feels the A-League has lost its way.
Geoff recalls his experiences working across Hawthorn Football Club (AFL) and Victory at their respective zeniths, his push to welcome Celtic to the Australian market, and his belief sport continues to remain essential in combating the challenges facing Australian society.
Presently Chairman and CEO Belgravia Group, Geoff retains a strong interest in the leadership and direction of both Victory and Australian football - and doesn't hold back in his assessment of what needs to be done.
2 May 2026
Episode 2: Power Without Accountability: The Council Grip on Australian Football
In this episode of Unfiltered by Soccerscene, CIty of Monash Councillor, Paul Klisaris and Merri-Bek Councillor, Oscar Yildiz sit down with Mihaila Kilibarda for a raw and uncompromising conversation on the state of Australian football.
This is not a rehearsed press conference - it’s an honest exchange that goes beyond the surface to confront the deeper structural challenges facing the game.
From the sharp drop-off in participation after junior levels to criticism of the A-League’s closed model and lack of promotion and relegation, the discussion explores why ambition across the pyramid feels increasingly limited.
With strong views on governance, transparency, and the disconnect between decision-makers and grassroots communities, this is an unfiltered look at the issues holding the sport back - and the urgent need for change.
No spin. No scripts. Just the truths Australian football has been waiting to hear.
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