AFI has extensive experience working with the Timorese community in Australia.
Expanding Footy 9s into Timor-Leste is part of our plan to grow the game in Asia.
Footy 9s is played on rectangular fields, allowing the sport to be played on any soccer or rugby field.
There are 3 great formats to choose from – Men’s Footy, Women’s Footy and Touch Footy.
Get Involved
If you are keen to be involved with the development of the sport in Timor-Leste, we would love to hear from you. Please contact us via info@aflinternational.com.
AUSTRALIA & TIMOR-LESTE
The people of Australia and Timor-Leste share deep personal connections forged through shared experiences during the Second World War, the Timorese journey to independence, and the growth of the Timorese diaspora in Australia. Many Australians remain actively connected to Timor-Leste, including through the Australia-Timor-Leste friendship group network, and community and church groups.
The 2016 Census recorded 9,238 Timor-Leste-born people in Australia. Victoria had largest number with 4,982 followed by New South Wales (2,119), the Northern Territory (1,024) and Queensland (529).
TEAM TIMOR-LESTE
The Timor Crocs compete in the annual AFI Darwin 9s in Darwin, Australia.
Major Results
2022 Darwin 9s – Division 2 Champions
2024 Darwin 9s – Division 2 Champions
2025 Darwin 9s – Division 2 Champions
The Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste, commonly known as East Timor, is a sovereign state in Southeast Asia. It comprises the eastern half of the island of Timor, the nearby islands of Atauro and Jaco, and Oecusse, an exclave on the northwestern side of the island, within Indonesian West Timor.
The small country of 15,410 km² is located about 640 km northwest of Darwin, Australia. The capital, largest city, and main port is Dili, and the second-largest city is the eastern town of Baucau.
Much of the country is mountainous, and its highest is Tatamailau (also known as Mount Ramelau) at 2,963 metres. The climate is tropical and generally hot and humid. It is characterised by distinct rainy and dry seasons.
Vast offshore oil and gas fields in the Timor Sea hold much potential. East Timor and Australia have agreed to share revenues from the reserves. As a part of the deal, a decision on the disputed maritime border in the area was deferred.
