National Second Division
The National Second Division (NSD) is a proposed men's soccer league at the second level of the Australian soccer league system. It will be run by Football Australia and the Association of Australian Football Clubs (AAFC).
| Organising body | Football Australia |
|---|---|
| Founded | 27 October 2017 |
| First season | commence March or April 2025 (proposed) |
| Country | Australia |
| Confederation | AFC |
| Number of teams | 10–12 |
| Level on pyramid | 2 |
| Domestic cup(s) | Australia Cup |
It has been suggested that the league will have between 12 and 16 teams, which would mostly clubs that currently compete in the National Premier Leagues (NPL).
It eventually aims to have a system of promotion and relegation with the A-League Men, which currently does not have promotion and relegation.
Clubs change
In November 2023, Football Australia announced the eight clubs that will compete in the first season.[1]
| Team | City | Stadium | Capacity | Founded | Joined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APIA Leichhardt | Sydney | Lambert Park / Leichhardt Oval | 7,000 / 20,000 | 1954 | 2023 |
| Avondale FC | Melbourne | Avenger Park | 2,500 | 1984 | 2023 |
| Marconi Stallions | Sydney | Marconi Stadium | 9,000 | 1958 | 2023 |
| Preston Lions | Melbourne | B.T. Connor Reserve | 5,000 | 1947 | 2023 |
| South Melbourne | Melbourne | Lakeside Stadium | 12,000 | 1959 | 2023 |
| Sydney Olympic | Sydney | Belmore Sports Ground | 17,000 | 1957 | 2023 |
| Sydney United 58 | Sydney | Sydney United Sports Centre | 12,000 | 1958 | 2023 |
| Wollongong Wolves | Wollongong | WIN Stadium | 22,000 | 1980 | 2023 |
More clubs will likely be announced later on. Several clubs are currently negotiating with Football Australia to join the competition in 2025.
| Team | City | Stadium | Capacity | Founded | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brisbane Strikers | Brisbane | Perry Park | 5,000 | 1991 | [2] |
| George Cross | Melbourne | City Vista Recreation Reserve | 3,000 | 1947 | [3] |
| Gold Coast United | Gold Coast | Coplick Family Sports Park | 1,000 | 2008 | [4] |
| Heidelberg United | Melbourne | Olympic Park | 12,000 | 1958 | [5] |
| Melbourne Knights | Melbourne | Knights Stadium | 15,000 | 1953 | [6] |
| Rockdale Ilinden | Sydney | Bicentennial Park South | 5,000 | 1969 | [7] |
| South Hobart | Hobart | South Hobart Oval | 4,500 | 1910 | [8] |
| Sunshine Coast | Sunshine Coast | Kawana Western Fields | 500 | 2007 | [9] |
Maps change
| National Second Division clubs |
|---|
| As of 2025 |
| Clubs in Sydney |
Location of clubs in Sydney |
| Clubs in the rest of New South Wales |
Location of clubs in the rest of New South Wales |
| Clubs in Melbourne |
Location of clubs in Melbourne |
| Clubs in South East Queensland |
Location of clubs in South East Queensland |
| Clubs in Hobart |
Location of clubs in Hobart |
| Legend |
 Confirmed club Proposed club City
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References change
- ↑ https://www.footballaustralia.com.au/news/football-australia-announces-foundation-clubs-national-second-tier/
- ↑ https://brisbanestrikersfc.com/board-statement-on-perry-park-redevelopment-and-nsd/
- ↑ https://www.facebook.com/georgecrossfc/posts/1118284339445088
- ↑ https://www.facebook.com/gcunitedfc/posts/1107287717248902
- ↑ https://www.instagram.com/p/Cz-pIJwy4RP/
- ↑ https://www.melbourneknights.com.au/news/club-statement-on-the-announcement-of-the-national-second-tier-competition/
- ↑ https://www.facebook.com/rockdalecitysunsfc/posts/785896363548630
- ↑ https://www.southhobartfc.com/news-1/update-on-bid-for-the-nst
- ↑ https://www.facebook.com/sunshinecoastfc/posts/850455837080181