In this interview, I speak with Sam Hickson, former Event Manager for Western Sydney Wanderers (WSW) and Football Australia about his incredible journey through Qatar 2022 and the Australia/New Zealand 2023 FIFA World Cups.

Sam reflects on his time at WSW, the Socceroos and the Matildas, sharing countless stories. Now in the UK, he balances his roles with the Football Association (FA) Para Teams, Women’s Super League (WSL), and International Federation of Cerebral Palsy Football (IFCPF).

Special mention goes to his work behind the organisation of the 2025 Cerebral Palsy Football Euros which will take place in Loughborough later this year. Don’t miss the BIG reveal at the end!