Football Australia reeling as staff review reveals 'toxic, chaotic' culture
Football Australia is facing significant internal changes following a staff review that revealed a 'toxic, chaotic and negative' workplace culture. The anonymous survey indicated widespread dissatisfaction among employees, with concerns about favouritism and low psychological safety. In response, the organization is implementing measures to improve its culture under new CEO Martin Kugeler while also preparing for substantial staff cuts due to financial losses.
- ▪An anonymous survey revealed that over 70% of respondents described the workplace at Football Australia negatively.
- ▪Staff reported issues such as perceived favouritism, low psychological safety, and a chaotic environment.
- ▪Football Australia is planning to cut 20% of its workforce amid a projected $15.3 million loss.
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Football Australia heading for internal changes as staff review reveals 'toxic, chaotic and negative' cultureTopic:SoccerMon 25 May 2026 at 1:17pmMon 25 May 2026 at 1:17pmMon 25 May 2026 at 1:17pmFootball Australia says it is working to improve the workplace culture under new chief executive Martin Kugeler. (Getty Images: Ayush Kumar)In short:Football Australia is set for internal change after damning results of an anonymous survey of current employees.The findings showed staff complained of working in a "toxic, chaotic and negative" environment.Staff also indicated "perceived favouritism" and that the workplace had "low psychological safety and trust".abc.net.au/news/football-australia-internal-review-staff-toxic-negative-culture/106718264Link copiedShareShare articleThe findings of an…
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