Spreading The Word

Some pessimists say why waste money spreading the word when teams can play to packed crowds in Australia. This was especially the case when Adelaide and Collingwood played a pre season game in the United Arab Emirates. What a waste they would say, 50,000 would have shown up to watch the match at the MCG or AAMI Stadium.

I think it is great that other countries are grasping onto our game as it is truly the best game in the world. But by not having an international presence we also run the risk of being swallowed by the only truly international football code - Soccer.

Not many would know that we actually have an International Cup in Australian Rules Football. In fact 16 countries will be competing.


The best part being that these teams are made up completely of players from the country they represent. These are home grown footy players. Not Aussie expats as is the case in alot of overseas competitions.

Keep an eye on World Footy News for updates on matches throughout the tournament.