Socceroos hero takes on FFA board role, set to make 'significant contribution'
Former Socceroo Mark Bresciano and ex-Matildas defender Amy Duggan have joined the FFA board.
The ex-players have taken up director positions and bring considerable playing experience to the board.
Bresciano played 84 times for Australia and was a member of the Socceroos squads at the 2006, 2010 and 2014 World Cups.
Australian players celebrate after teammate Marco Bresciano scored against Uruguay in their World Cup qualifier in Sydney, 2005. AAP
Since retiring he has done consultancy work with the FFA, including being on the advisory panel to find a new coach for the 2018 World Cup following Ange Postecoglu's resignation in 2017.
Duggan played 27 matches for the Matildas between 1997 and 2005 and has since forged a career in broadcast media.
Confirmation of Bresciano and Duggan's appointments means there are now seven active members on the board with elected director Heather Reid on indefinite leave having undergone chemotherapy treatment.
Bresciano and Duggan's first role on the board will be helping the search for a new FFA chief executive to replace outgoing boss David Gallop, who is leaving the position by the end of the year.
"Amy and Mark have had stellar football careers and are highly respected members of the football community," FFA Chairman Chris Nikou said.
"My fellow directors and I very much look forward to working with them as we navigate this particularly important time in Australian football.
"We are delighted to have their skills and experience in the Board Room, and look forward to Amy and Mark making a significant contribution to our game in their new roles."
