Round 7 Review – NPL Men’s NSW

Let’s take a look back at all the action from Round 7 of the National Premier Leagues NSW competition.

Sydney FC 0 v UNSW FC 2 @ Ilinden Sports Centre – Full Match Report and Highlights
UNSW FC secured their first win of the season with a 2–0 victory over Sydney FC at Ilinden Sports Centre, with the match turning after Reef Farias was sent off in the 19th minute.
UNSW FC took the lead before halftime through Jack Fulton after a well-worked corner, and despite Sydney FC showing resilience and creating chances particularly through Mitchell Glasson, they were unable to convert.
UNSW FC controlled much of the second half and sealed the result in the 78th minute when Nathan Roberts finished off a swift attacking move, capping a strong performance to earn all three points.

SD Raiders 3 v Manly United 1 @ Ernie Smith Reserve – Full Match Report and Highlights

SD Raiders FC celebrated their first ever NPL Men’s NSW win in emphatic fashion with a 3‑1 victory over Manly United at Ernie Smith Reserve.

It was a dominant performance that not only showcased their attacking edge but also leaves Manly precariously close to the relegation zone; after early pressure from the Raiders, Jakov Malbasa opened the scoring before Noah Chianese added a second in the first half and Riley Cox‑Barlow sealed it in the 80th minute, with the visitors’ only reply coming from a late Luke Nieuwenhof header.

Sydney Olympic 0 v WSW 4 @ Belmore Sports Ground – Full Match Report and Highlights

Awan Lual’s hat‑trick powered Western Sydney Wanderers to a commanding 4‑0 win over Sydney Olympic at Belmore Sports Ground on Saturday evening, lifting the youthful Wanderers into the top six while deepening Olympic’s woes at the bottom of the ladder with their fourth straight defeat; after early goals in the first half put the visitors in control, Lual completed his treble in the 77th minute before a Tristan Arrarte strike late on finished the scoring, with Wanderers keeper Tristan Vidackovic also key in preserving the clean sheet.

NWS Spirit FC 0 v Rockdale Ilinden 2 @ Christie Park – Full Match Report and Highlights

Rockdale Ilinden climbed into the top three of the NPL Men’s NSW ladder with a composed 2‑0 win over NWS Spirit at Christie Park, a result built on a stunning second‑half long‑range strike from Lochlan Constable and a late clinical finish by Jerry Skotadis that not only secured the points but also halted Spirit’s recent unbeaten run and reinforced Rockdale’s strong away form.

APIA 2 v Sutherland Sharks 1 @ Lambert Park – Full Match Report and Highlights

Alex Denmead’s late strike was the difference as APIA Leichhardt FC came from behind to beat Sutherland Sharks FC 2‑1 at Lambert Park – after Tariq Maia had given the Sharks the lead in the first half, APIA grew into the game before Jordan Segreto levelled in the 58th minute and Denmead’s 90th‑minute finish secured a dramatic victory for the hosts.

St George FC 1 v Marconi 2 @ Barton Park – Full Match Report and Highlights

Marconi Stallions ended St George FC’s remarkable 612‑minute defensive run in dramatic fashion at Barton Park, coming from behind after Harry Keys gave the home side the lead before substitutes Adam Bugarija and Damian Tsekenis (from the penalty spot) struck in quick succession in the second half to secure a thrilling 2‑1 comeback, with Marconi’s tactical tweaks and renewed attacking intent ultimately proving decisive despite late St George pressure.

St George City 0 v Wollongong Wolves 1 @ Penshurst Park – Full Match Report and Highlights

A brilliant strike from Wollongong Wolves defender Tate Russell and a crucial penalty save by goalkeeper Daniel Solsky secured a hard‑fought 1‑0 win over St George City FA at Penshurst Park, with the Wolves edging a tight contest where both sides had chances before Russell’s stunning late goal ultimately decided the game and extended Wollongong’s unbeaten run.

Sydney United 58 2 v Blacktown City 0 @ Sydney United Sports Centre – Full Match Report and Highlights

Sydney United 58 extended their perfect start to the season with a 2–0 win over Blacktown City FC, making it seven victories from seven matches.
Blacktown began strongly despite being reduced to 10 men in the 12th minute after Nicholas O’Brien’s red card, holding firm through the first half thanks to a standout defensive effort and several key saves from goalkeeper Cayden Henderson.
However, Sydney United 58’s pressure eventually told in the second half, with Michael Krslovic scoring in the 54th minute after a rebound, before Carlos de Oliveira sealed the result with a well-taken goal from a tight angle.

Despite the scoreline, Blacktown showed resilience, but Sydney United’s persistence ensured they maintained their unbeaten run.