Football Australia to post $15.3 million loss as full scale of financial troubles revealed
Football Australia is set to report a significant loss of $15.3 million, nearly double the previous year's deficit. Despite achieving record revenues of almost $140 million, rising costs and one-off expenses have severely impacted its financial health. The new CEO has announced a major restructuring, including workforce reductions, to address these challenges.
- ▪Football Australia will post a loss of $15.3 million, a record deficit for the organization.
- ▪The federation's revenues reached an all-time high of nearly $140 million, yet costs have surged.
- ▪A restructuring plan has been announced, resulting in a 20 percent reduction in the workforce.
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