Pathway to Australia
Your journey to playing football in Australia starts here
Pathway to Australia
Your journey to playing football in Australia starts here
Pathway to Australia
Your journey to playing football in Australia starts here
Why Australia?
Why Australia?
Why Australia?
Australia is one of the world's most exciting emerging football markets. Clubs are actively recruiting international talent, and the pathway to rise up the pyramid is clearer than ever. Beyond the football, Australia offers an unmatched lifestyle; a warm climate, world-class cities, and a welcoming culture that makes settling in straightforward for overseas players. At NextStep Soccer Agency, we have direct relationships with clubs and coaches across Australia. We find you the right opportunity, and support you every step of the way once you arrive.
Australia is one of the world's most exciting emerging football markets. Clubs are actively recruiting international talent, and the pathway to rise up the pyramid is clearer than ever. Beyond the football, Australia offers an unmatched lifestyle; a warm climate, world-class cities, and a welcoming culture that makes settling in straightforward for overseas players. At NextStep Soccer Agency, we have direct relationships with clubs and coaches across Australia. We find you the right opportunity, and support you every step of the way once you arrive.
Australia is one of the world's most exciting emerging football markets. Clubs are actively recruiting international talent, and the pathway to rise up the pyramid is clearer than ever. Beyond the football, Australia offers an unmatched lifestyle; a warm climate, world-class cities, and a welcoming culture that makes settling in straightforward for overseas players. At NextStep Soccer Agency, we have direct relationships with clubs and coaches across Australia. We find you the right opportunity, and support you every step of the way once you arrive.
Football Scene
The competitions across Australia are expanding, with opportunities to play semi-professional football available.
Unmatched Lifestyle
A relaxed outdoor lifestyle, stunning coastlines and world-class cities make Australia one of the most liveable countries on earth.
Clear Pathway
Australia offers promotion and relegation from the NPL downwards, there is a structured progression pathway for players across the country.
Football Scene
The competitions across Australia are expanding, with opportunities to play semi-professional football available.
Unmatched Lifestyle
A relaxed outdoor lifestyle, stunning coastlines and world-class cities make Australia one of the most liveable countries on earth.
Clear Pathway
Australia offers promotion and relegation from the NPL downwards, there is a structured progression pathway for players across the country.
Football Scene
The competitions across Australia are expanding, with opportunities to play semi-professional football available.
Unmatched Lifestyle
A relaxed outdoor lifestyle, stunning coastlines and world-class cities make Australia one of the most liveable countries on earth.
Clear Pathway
Australia offers promotion and relegation from the NPL downwards, there is a structured progression pathway for players across the country.
What can you earn in Australia?
Playing in Australia is both an enjoyable and rewarding experience for players who make the move Down Under. Both NPL and State League clubs pay match fees that can range anywhere from $100 to $1000+ AUD per game depending on the club, competition level, and your player profile. Some clubs go further by offering accommodation support and/or coaching roles along side playing.
If you decide to work along with playing football, Australia’s minimum wage currently sits at $26.44 AUD per hour, with work in hospitality, construction, and coaching typically paying above the equivalent UK rate. Combined with match fees, many of our players find themselves earning well and saving money whilst enjoying what life has to offer in Australia.
Playing in Australia is both an enjoyable and rewarding experience for players who make the move Down Under. Both NPL and State League clubs pay match fees that can range anywhere from $100 to $1000+ AUD per game depending on the club, competition level, and your player profile. Some clubs go further by offering accommodation support and/or coaching roles along side playing.
If you decide to work along with playing football, Australia’s minimum wage currently sits at $26.44 AUD per hour, with work in hospitality, construction, and coaching typically paying above the equivalent UK rate. Combined with match fees, many of our players find themselves earning well and saving money whilst enjoying what life has to offer in Australia.
Playing in Australia is both an enjoyable and rewarding experience for players who make the move Down Under. Both NPL and State League clubs pay match fees that can range anywhere from $100 to $1000+ AUD per game depending on the club, competition level, and your player profile. Some clubs go further by offering accommodation support and/or coaching roles along side playing.
If you decide to work along with playing football, Australia’s minimum wage currently sits at $26.44 AUD per hour, with work in hospitality, construction, and coaching typically paying above the equivalent UK rate. Combined with match fees, many of our players find themselves earning well and saving money whilst enjoying what life has to offer in Australia.
How We Help
How We Help
How We Help
Visa Guidance
We guide you through the visa process to make your move to Australia as smooth as possible.
Job Opportunities
We help you find work opportunities alongside your football to support your lifestyle in Australia.
Direct Opportunities
Access to direct opportunities with clubs across the NPL and state league competitions.
Visa Guidance
We guide you through the visa process to make your move to Australia as smooth as possible.
Job Opportunities
We help you find work opportunities alongside your football to support your lifestyle in Australia.
Direct Opportunities
Access to direct opportunities with clubs across the NPL and state league competitions.
Visa Guidance
We guide you through the visa process to make your move to Australia as smooth as possible.
Job Opportunities
We help you find work opportunities alongside your football to support your lifestyle in Australia.
Direct Opportunities
Access to direct opportunities with clubs across the NPL and state league competitions.
Ryan Moore
Ryan moved from England to Melbourne to play for Upfield FC
Jack Harkness
Jack moved from Scotland to Queensland to play for Wynnum Wolves FC
Ryan Moore
Ryan moved from England to Melbourne to play for Upfield FC
Jack Harkness
Jack moved from Scotland to Queensland to play for Wynnum Wolves FC
Ryan Moore
Ryan moved from England to Melbourne to play for Upfield FC
Jack Harkness
Jack moved from Scotland to Queensland to play for Wynnum Wolves FC
Free Consultation
We get to know you, your goals and ambitions, and assess whether Australia is the right pathway for you.
Profile Creation
We build your player profile, highlight reel and CV to present you to clubs in a way to best set you up for success.
Club Outreach
We leverage our network of clubs and coaches across Australia to make sure we find the right opportunity for you.
Placement & Support
Once a club is interested, we guide you through the process and support you every step of the way through your time in Australia.
Free Consultation
We get to know you, your goals and ambitions, and assess whether Australia is the right pathway for you.
Profile Creation
We build your player profile, highlight reel and CV to present you to clubs in a way to best set you up for success.
Club Outreach
We leverage our network of clubs and coaches across Australia to make sure we find the right opportunity for you.
Placement & Support
Once a club is interested, we guide you through the process and support you every step of the way through your time in Australia.
Free Consultation
We get to know you, your goals and ambitions, and assess whether Australia is the right pathway for you.
Profile Creation
We build your player profile, highlight reel and CV to present you to clubs in a way to best set you up for success.
Club Outreach
We leverage our network of clubs and coaches across Australia to make sure we find the right opportunity for you.
Placement & Support
Once a club is interested, we guide you through the process and support you every step of the way through your time in Australia.
Ready to Take the NextStep?
Apply today for a free consultation and find out if the Australia pathway is right for you.
Ready to Take the NextStep?
Apply today for a free consultation and find out if the Australia pathway is right for you.
Ready to Take the NextStep?
Apply today for a free consultation and find out if the Australia pathway is right for you.
A player-first football agency helping athletes secure opportunities in Australia, the USA, and beyond.
A player-first football agency helping athletes secure opportunities in Australia, the USA, and beyond.
A player-first football agency helping athletes secure opportunities in Australia, the USA, and beyond.
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