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Saints no match for the Jets in friendly encounter
Mark Milligan’s era as head coach of the Newcastle Jets has officially kicked off with a comfortable 4-1 win over National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW side St George FC in a friendly match at Barton Park on a cold Wednesday night. The Jets “took off” early and led 3-0 at half time courtesy of goals…
Read MoreRound 24 Preview – NPL Men’s NSW
Round 24 of the NPL Men’s NSW competition will see four of the top six sides face off against each other, as the battle for the Premiership and relegation remains as close as ever. Sydney FC vs Western Sydney Wanderers FC 7:30pm, Friday 18 July, Rockdale Ilinden Sports Centre Round 24 will begin with an…
Read MoreIlinden shell shocked by ruthless APIA in statement win
APIA Leichhardt have knocked Rockdale Ilinden off the table with a significant 4-1 victory away from home on Sunday afternoon. The result at Rockdale Ilinden Sports Centre now sees Marconi Stallions three points clear at the top of the table, while APIA are four behind the new league leaders after winning their fifth league match…
Read MoreUnited 58 and Wolves split points in goalless affair
Sydney United 58 and Wollongong Wolves both proved equal to the task of facing one another as they played out a tough 0-0 stalemate at Sydney United Sports Centre on Sunday afternoon. The two clubs both battled hard in a clash that ultimately saw neither find the crucial breakthrough, a result that fares better for…
Read MoreHome comforts suit Mariners as Olympic thwarted maximum points
The Central Coast Mariners shared points with Sydney Olympic with a 1-1 draw at Pluim Park on Sunday afternoon to continue its hopeful escape from relegation in the National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW competition while the Blues cling to a top six spot. A penalty conversion from Teng Kuol in the 64th minute gave the…
Read MoreStallions down Wanderers as eyes on the Premiership prize continue
Marconi Stallions snatched victory over relegation threatened Western Sydney Wanderers with a narrow 1-0 scoreline on a chilly Saturday night at Wanderers Football Park. Mid-season recruit and former Wanderer Tass Mourdoukoutas proved the difference-maker for the away side, scoring late in the first half, which was enough for Marconi to secure the points. The Stallions…
Read MoreRangers secure point in battle against relegation
The fight to stay in the NPL Men’s NSW competition for another season continues for the Mt Druitt Town Rangers who managed to secure a valuable point under new manager Ben Rollison in a scoreless 0-0 draw against Sydney FC at Popondetta Park on Saturday. The Sky Blues had the first effort of a tense…
Read MoreSpirit continue to fire as Sharks stutter again
NWS Spirit FC continued its majestic run in the 2025 NPL Men’s NSW competition with a 3-1 win over an under fire Sutherland Sharks outfit at Seymour Shaw Park on Saturday. The victory continues NWS Spirit FC’s push towards a Premiership while the loss for the Sharks sees Steven Zoric’s side teeter on the brink…
Read MoreMeek mania curtails Blacktown City
Manly United have snapped a four-game losing streak courtesy of a thrilling 3-2 victory over Blacktown City. Cromer Park witnessed plenty of twists and turns as the fans lucky enough to be there saw a quality match as both sides went at it. Blacktown City started their fight to confirm its top six spot by…
Read MoreWiggin returns from injury and ready to fire for Spirit’s Premiership cause
Back in the side after overcoming his second ACL injury, we spoke to NWS Spirit star striker Ollie Wiggin on the season so far and his outstanding recovery. Spirit have enjoyed a sensational NPL Men’s NSW campaign, currently third on the ladder, just three points off top spot. “It’s been an incredible season so far,’”…
Read MoreSt George FC to take on Newcastle Jets in friendly encounter
Mark Milligan, the newly appointed coach of the Newcastle Jets will be bringing his squad to Barton Park next Wednesday night, July 16th for a trial match against National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW outfit St George FC. The match with St George FC is part of important preparations for both the Jets’ 2025-26 A-League season…
Read MoreRound 23 Preview – NPL Men’s NSW
Round 23 of the NPL Men’s NSW competition promises to excite, with APIA Leichhardt vs Rockdale Ilinden and a St George derby headlining another exhilarating set of fixtures. Manly United FC vs Blacktown City FC 7:30pm, Friday 11 July, Cromer Park Manly United will open Round 23 of the NPL Men’s NSW competition when taking…
Read MoreWarren Grieve Departs Wollongong Wolves by Mutual Agreement
Wollongong Wolves FC have confirmed that head coach Warren Grieve has officially stepped down from his position, with the decision made mutually between Warren and the club late last week. While his tenure was brief, Warren brought a wealth of experience and a high level of professionalism to the Wolves during his time in Wollongong.…
Read MoreStallions defeat United 58 in old guard derby
Marconi Stallions saw off Waratah Cup Champions Sydney United 58 FC with a 2-0 win in one of the most prestigious derbies of the National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW competitions thanks to goals from Marko Jesic in the first half and Jake Trew very late in the contest. For Marconi this was now their second…
Read MoreMariners and Sharks fight it out for a point
Relegation threatened Central Coast Mariners shared the points with the Sutherland Sharks in a tense 0-0 draw at Pluim Park on Sunday evening. The match saw plenty of opportunities at both ends of the park but neither team was able to convert their chances to light up the scoreboard. The single point will still be…
Read MoreUrosevski back amongst the goals as Ilinden bypass Blacktown City
National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW Premiership contenders Rockdale Ilinden edged past Blacktown City 3-1 in a tense encounter at Landen Stadium on Sunday afternoon. A goal deep into first-half injury time from Alec Urosevski gave Rockdale the lead before Mitchell Mallia restored parity soon after the break. Urosevski picked up his second goal later on…
Read MoreStunning stoppage time strike seals point for Rangers
Mt Druitt Town Rangers secured a valuable point late into stoppage time that could go a long way in their fight against relegation following its 1-1 draw against St George City at Penshurst Park on Saturday. City’s usual goalscoring star Marc McNulty put the hosts ahead midway through the second half but it was a…
Read MoreWolves battle from behind to snatch victory over Saints
Wollongong Wolves have fought back from a goal down to beat St George FC 2-1 on Saturday night at Macedonia Park. Jaden Casella opened the scoring late in the first half before Alex Masciovecchio set the score level on the stroke of halftime. In a tense second period, Nicholas Olsen proved the difference with a…
Read MoreNWS Spirit FC continues its push for the Premiership
Premiership chasing NWS Spirit FC were pushed to their limits but emerged victors overcoming an improved Manly United outfit 2-1 at Christie Park on Saturday evening. Takumi Ofuka gave the hosts the lead before Farah Koko equalised with a fantastic long range strike just before the break. An Olllie Wiggin second half goal proved decisive…
Read MoreOwn goal sinks Wanderers as APIA sets sights on finals series football
APIA Leichhardt FC were made to work for their three points as an own goal via Leon Alizart was all that separated the two side’s with the Inner West side pushing the Western Sydney Wanderers further into relegation trouble following a 1-0 win at the Wanderers Football Park on Saturday. Despite having scarce chances throughout…
Read MoreOlympic keep top six hopes alive with victory
Sydney Olympic were able to stand tallest in their battle with Sydney FC, beating the youngsters 2-0 at the Ilinden Sports Centre on a chilly Friday night to edge ever close to the top six. The two sides played out a hard-fought clash with chances few and far between, though the visitors ultimately were able…
Read MoreRound 22 Preview – NPL NSW Men’s
Round 22 of the NPL Men’s NSW campaign promises to be as exciting as ever, with four of the top six facing off against each other. Sydney FC vs Sydney Olympic FC 7:30pm, Friday 4 July, Rockdale Ilinden Sports Centre Sydney FC will open the weekend when taking on Sydney Olympic at Rockdale Ilinden Sports…
Read MoreNWS Spirit FC march on to victory at Edensor Park
NWS Spirit FC put in an impressive defensive performance to come away 2-0 winners over Sydney United 58 FC on Sunday afternoon. It was sixth place hosting fourth place with Sydney United 58 FC facing NWS Spirit at the iconic Sydney United Sports Ground in a bid keep their place in the top six. The…
Read MoreMariners resurgence continues as Rangers woes deepen
In what was seen as a match against two relegation threatened sides, the Central Coast Mariners secured a 2-0 victory over the Mt Druitt Town Rangers at Pluim Park on Sunday afternoon to ease some pressure and push the visitors to the foot of the ladder. An early goal from Ahmed Elhelou opened the scoring…
Read MoreSharks new signings stun Ilinden
Sutherland Sharks have secured a significant win over NPL Men’s NSW Premiership contenders Rockdale Ilinden, prevailing 2-1 at Rockdale Ilinden Sports Centre. The Sharks had several new faces making their debut following their mid-season signings, former Macarthur FC star Yianni Nicolaou alongside Matthew Jackson, Leo Mazis and ex-Sydney United 58 star Tariq Maia all wore…
Read MoreSky Blues swept by Stallions
Marconi Stallions have taken all three points from a near-fully dominant 1-0 performance against Sydney FC at Marconi Stadium. The first half was one of missed opportunities for Marconi Stallions. Marko Jesic was dangerous out front as per usual, with a great chance coming in the ninth minute with the help of James Bayliss but…
Read MoreSaints undone by clinical APIA
APIA Leichhardt FC were made to work for the three points but got the job done in the end securing a 3-2 win over St George FC at Barton Park on Saturday night. After taking an early lead through a Justin Poon goal, St George FC then surrendered the lead to two APIA goals before…
Read MoreInconsisent season continues for Olympic as Blacktown City record critical win
After defeating the Marconi Stallions last week, Sydney Olympic’s up and down season was there to be seen by all after falling to an efficient Blacktown City outfit, going down 2-0 at Jubilee Stadium on Saturday. Olympic were left to rue their failure to convert their opportunities as they fell in the crucial game that…
Read MoreWanderers and Wolves fight it out for a point
Both teams were on the hunt for three points but had to share the spoils following the Western Sydney Wanderers’ 1-all draw against the Wollongong Wolves at Wanderers Football Park on Saturday. It was a tactical opening 15 minutes between the two sides as they tussled for the advantage in this contest. The Wanderers offered…
Read MoreMitry stunner headlines St George City victory
A blistering start guided St George City to a 2-0 win over Manly United on Friday night at Cromer Park. Paolo Mitry opened the scoring for the away side before Grimaldi added a second goal in a flying first 12 minutes, which proved the platform for victory. City produced a sustained period of possession at…
Read MoreJai Rose reaching for the stars at the Mariners
Ahead of their major clash with Mt Druitt Town Rangers this weekend, we spoke to Central Coast Mariners’ star striker Jai Rose on their win last weekend and his future in football. The Mariners have experienced a difficult NPL Men’s NSW campaign so far in 2025, sitting bottom of the ladder, two points off second-last…
Read MoreRound 21 Preview – NPL Men’s NSW
Round 21 of the NPL Men’s NSW competition promises to excite once more, with all to play for at both ends of the table. Manly United FC vs St George City FA 7:30pm, Friday 27 June, Cromer Park Manly United will open Round 21’s action with an exciting fixture against St George City at…
Read MoreSt George City stranded at Landen as Blacktown City bite back
Blacktown City had one of their games of the 2025 National Premier Leagues Men’s season defeating St George City 3-1 at Landen Stadium on Sunday. With both teams so close on the ladder, it was no surprise when the first half was a tense, back and forth affair. Mitch Mallia got the first of the…
Read MoreUnited 58 winning streak broken by relegation threatened Mariners
Bottom placed Central Coast Mariners produced a gutsy victory over Sydney United 58, stunning their opponents 3-1 on Sunday afternoon at Pluim Park. It was a huge result for the young Mariners who needed the victory in their pursuit of avoiding direct relegation as the win put them within two-points of 15th placed Mt Drutt…
Read MoreWolves no match for top of the table Ilinden
Rockdale Ilinden FC secured a monumental 3-1 victory over the hapless Wollongong Wolves at WIN Stadium on Saturday night. Ali Auglah opened the scoring in the 37th minute for the visitors, with Moudi Najjar doubling their lead before the half-time break. Nicholas Olsen gave Wollongong a glimmer of hope in the 57th minute through a…
Read MoreShark and Saints battle for point at Seymour
Honours were shared at Seymour Shaw on Saturday as the Sutherland Sharks and St George FC played out an entertaining 1-1-all draw. With a lot riding on this match, the hosts knew they needed to take points in their fight against relegation while St George were hoping to embed itself in the top six in…
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