The battle for the Premiership and Top Two positions is in earnest. Olympic need to keep pace with Wollongong United in the Premiership race. Thistle, in contrast, is seeking to secure a Top 5 place. It is perfect winter weather and the ground is heavy.
Thistle are first on for a crucial game in the race for top spots.Olympic emerge onto the pitch, ready to get underway.First chance goes to Olympic. Great reflex save by Luke Morgan.Yusei MikiThistle hold firm at the back as Olympic continue to press.Ethan LehnOlympic dominate possession, testing the Thistle back line.Olympic with the first strike. Mitchell Brooker fires Olympic to a 1–0 lead in the 11th minute.Olympic 1 Thistle 0 (11′)Mitchell BrookerLuke Morgan makes another reflex save and then sends the ball downfield.OG 1-1 in the 23rd.Wollongong Olympic 1 Helensburgh Thistle 1 (23′).
Round 12 South Coast United v Albion Park White Eagles FC
South Coast United sit fifth and, at home, will be looking to open a gap on the chasing pack. Albion Park White Eagles need three points to maintain pressure in the race for a Top 2 finish. Conditions are perfect: dry, cool winter weather suited to a high‑tempo contest on the artificial surface.
South Coast fire on target, but the keeper reacts well and tips it over the bar.Emmanuel GonzalezSouth Coast control the early ball possession.Under pressure, Nathan Millgate positions himself well and heads the danger clear.Cristofer Fuentes eases the pressure on the White Eagles with a strong, commanding take in his goal area.Joshua Keremelevski unleashes a powerful strike from outside the area.Cristofer Fuentes gets a strong touch, deflecting the ball across his goal and out of danger.South Coast United pile on the pressure, but the score is still locked at 0–0.South Coast continue to search for the breakthrough.Michael Mendes unleashes a powerful effort from distance.The shot squeezes through a bevvy of players and into the net.White Eagles take the lead against the run of play in the 36th minute.The White Eagles are forced into desperate defence.No penalty, and the whistle sends us to halftime with South Coast trailing 0–1.Joshua Keremelevski unleashes a curling, dipping effort from outside the box.Keremelevski’s strike flies into the top left‑hand corner.South Coast United find their equaliser in the 51st minute, bringing the game to 1–1.Finding space inside the penalty area, Jayden Makowski steps in and strikes at goal.The White Eagles restore their lead almost immediately.South Coast United 1 White Eagles 2 (55′)Thomas Kasunic reacts first to the loose ball, smashing a volley into the goal.South Coast hit back again, levelling the match at 2–2 in the 63rd minute.he White Eagles’ corner is delivered deep to the back post.Nathan Millgate rises and thumps a powerful header on target.In the 93rd minute, the White Eagles find a late breakthrough to move back in front.South Coast United 2 Albion Park White Eagles 3 (93′).Anthony Vrlic goes down in the box under a challenge.All eyes lock on the referee as everyone waits for the call.The penalty is awarded. Anthony Vrlic steps up to the spot in the 98th minute.Anthony Vrlic makes no mistake from the spot, burying the penalty.Final score: South Coast United 3 Albion Park White Eagles 3
Round 12 Shellhabour FC v Tarrawanna Blueys FC
Shellharbour have slipped into the relegation zone, while Tarrawanna arrive on the back of two straight wins and the chance to climb off the bottom with another positive result. For the Blueys, it is a must‑win if they are to keep their survival hopes alive. Victory would tighten the scrap at the foot of the table into a three‑way contest. Conditions are clear and crisp — a classic winter’s day made for football.
Tara make their way only the field.Shellharbour are at home to Tara.Adam Rodriguez, formerly between the sticks for Tarrawanna, has now joined Shellharbour.Striker Danil Romanov rises high as Shellharbour FC break forward on the counter.Advin Trebincevic pounces on the ball through the channel and slots it home.Shellhabour 0 Tarrawanna 1 (12′).Tight half of football.Off the post. Score remains 0–1.Halftime: 0-1Tarrawanna control the early second‑half possession despite Shellharbour’s intense pressing.Surging clear on the break, Kade Kinsella unleashes a strike from the edge of the penalty area.Goal. Tarra are two up in the 73rd.Shellharbour 0 Tarrawanna 2 (73′).Brendan GriffinSalieu Kamara hits the post.The ball comes back off the post, and Salieu Kamara follows in to finish.Shellharbour 0 Tarrawanna Blueys 3 (86′).Cario strikes in the 88th to reduce the deficit to 1–3.Final score: Shellharbour 1 Tarrawanna 3.
Round 11 Coniston FC v South Coast United
As the opening round draws to a close, the league table is taking clearer shape. United’s strong start has placed them firmly within the top five, while Coniston require a win to remain positioned among the early contenders. Despite recent rainfall, the pitch is in excellent condition on a cool, sunny afternoon, with a light southwesterly breeze signalling the approach of winter.
The toss.Coach Jorge De Matos knows a win is essential if Cono are to climb the table.Under pressure, Kaydin Harrison gets strong contact and punches the United corner away to safety.United strike early as Anthony Vrlic finds the net in the 7th minute.Cono 0 United 1 (7′).Cameron Morgan hits straight back in the 8th minute to restore parity.Coniston 1 South Coast United 1 (8′).The tackle in the box is perfectly timed. No penalty.United win possession and launch a counter‑attack.Joshua Keremelevski goes down under contact in the box, and United are given a penalty.Joshua Keremelevski puts United ahead from the spot.Coniston 1 South Coast United 2 (26′).Halftime: 1-2.Halftime flyover.Cameron Morgan fires in the equalizer.All even at 2–2 in the 60th minute.Coniston 2 South Coast United 2 (60′).Luke Simac readies the strike.United restore their lead almost instantly, striking again just five minutes after conceding.Coniston 2 South Coast United 3 (65′).Toby Norval sets to receive the ball.A perfectly timed pass finds Toby Norval, who puts it away.Coniston draw level in the 73rd minute to square the scores.Warren LewistonToby Norval blasts goalwards.Toby Norval strikes, hitting the top‑right corner and into the net.Consiton take the lead in the 80th. 4-3.Final score: Coniston FC 4 South Coast United 3
Round 10 Wollongong Olympic v Wollongong United
Wollongong United have surged clear at the top, six points ahead. Wollongong Olympic return home knowing only a win keeps their Premiership hopes alive. The new Belambi ground is in fair condition, with a cool May drizzle setting the scene for this important clash.
Olympic kick off under light drizzle.United defend against the Olympic attack down the right flank.Goodchild dribbles into the box.Goodchild goes down in the box, but the referee waves away the Olympic appeals.Tom Alston reacts sharply, pulling off a lightning save, and the rebound spills back into play.Goodchild pounces on the deflection, striking the rebound firmly past the keeper.Olympic break through early, finding the net in just the 3rd minute.Wollongong Olympic 1 Wollongong United 0 (3′).United respond immediately, pushing high and pressing hard after the restart.Kyah Jovanovski laces through the ball.Goal! United strike back in the 9th minute. All is square.Olympic 1 United 1 (9′).Even, high‑paced game.Hayden Durose responds with outstanding reflexes, turning away a goalbound effort.The game gets tetchy.Halftime: Wollongong Olympic 1 Wollongong United 0Samuel MatthewsOlympic attack.A well-timed sliding tackle.Jason Madonis put the header away. Olympic go into the lead in the 76th minute.Olympic 2 United 1 (76′).Olympic celebrate taking the lead.Game ends 2-1.
Round 9 Wollongong United FC v Helensburgh Thistle FC
Wollongong United sit clear at the top of the table, with only Helensburgh Thistle and Wollongong Olympic looking like realistic premiership chasers unless United suffer a sudden dip in form. United are at home this week and host the Thistle on a perfect autumn afternoon. The pitch is soft with long grass but otherwise in good condition. Thistle will be aiming to close the gap at the top with a valuable away win.
Underway, Kyah Jovanovski brings the ball upfield in an early United attack.Luke Morgan blocks Evan Ball’s shot across the keeper.Thistle counterNutmeg shot on target.Keeper saves. Score remains 0-0.Helensburgh and United in a tense, even tussle.United direct.The direct just misses.Tight, hard‑fought battles in midfield.The keeper brings down Isaac Rafferty in the box. Penalty given.Daniel Loe drives the pen home.Wollongong United 0 Helensburgh Thistle 1 (34′).Clip of the heel?Halftime: Wollongong United 0 Helensburgh Thitle 1United press for possession. United win the ball and launch an attack.One Two in the BoxYosuke Akiyama makes it 1-1(52′)Wollongong United 1 Helensburgh Thistle 1 Tight battles continue.United coach Robert JonovskiKyah Jovanovski puts it away.Wollongong United 2 Helensburgh Thistle 1 (82′)The game ends 2-1. United move well clear at the top of the table.
Round 8: Bulli 1901 FC v Coniston FC
Bulli 1901 are at home and take on Coniston FC. We are well into the season and both sides will be chasing a top‑five position. The weather is perfect, warm in the sun and cool in the shade, and the pitch is in excellent condition.
Kickoff.The early tussle for the ball.Fans enjoying the warm‑in‑the‑sun, cool‑in‑the‑shade day.Joshua CorreiaHigh‑intensity battles in midfield as both sides fight for control.Ben McDonald sets up for the turn and shot.Ben McDonald fires a rocket.Goal! 1901 take the lead.Bulli 1901 1 Coniston 0 (20′).Tough midfield battles.Ben McDonald power header.Bulli 1901 2 Coniston 0 (36′).Halftime: 2-0Bulli 1901 pick up where they left off, continuing to press in the second half.Sebastian Tomasiello catches 1901 out at the back and scores.Bulli 1901 2 Coniston 1 (60′).The referee points to the spot, and Ben McDonald converts to extend the lead to 3–1 in the 71st minute.Ben McDonald hat‑trick.Bulli 1901 continue to attack the Cono goal.The Cono defence stands firm under sustained 1901 pressure, keeping the score at 3–1.Cameron Morgan slots the shot past the keeper.3-2 in the 86th minute.Lewis Grimshaw keeps the ball in the corner.Grimshaw heads for the flag.Final score: Bulli 1901 FC 3 Coniston FC 2.
Round 7: Tarrawanna Blueys FC v Albion Park White Eagles FC
The Blueys remain anchored to the bottom and return home under mounting relegation pressure. Their visitors, eager to leap a congested mid‑table pack and stake an early claim for a top‑five push, arrive with momentum. Conditions are ideal. There is perfect weather and a well‑prepared pitch but the stakes for the hosts continue to rise.
From the opening whistle, White Eagles drive forward and launch an immediate attack.White Eagles defend the ball the longball to Kade Kinsella.Gabriel Cleur heads the near‑post corner goalwards.Goal. White Eagles take the lead, with the referee ruling the final touch as an own goal off Advin Trebincevic.Tarrawanna Blueys 0 Albion Park White Eagles 1 (3′).Gray bursts past the Blueys back line and accelerates into the open channel.Damon Gray stays composed and slots the ball past the onrushing Jackson Cracknell.The ball nestles into the net.Blueys 0 White Eagles 2 (8′).George AntoniouJayden MakowskiBlueys consolidate, with the halftime score remaining 0–2.The Blueys start brightly, but Fuentes reacts well to parry a long‑range attempt.The Blueys continue to probe but cannot find a way through a well‑organised White Eagles defence.Cristofer Fuentes reacts sharply, punching the ball clear to safety.Griffiths strikes in the 92nd minute to make it three.Final score: Blueys 0 White Eagles 3
Round 6: Bulli FC 1901 v Helensburgh Thistle FC
Bulli 1901 host Helensburgh Thistle, looking to break out of the mid‑table pattern that has defined recent seasons. The Thistle, by contrast, have opened strongly and will aim to maintain pressure on league leaders Wollongong United. Conditions are ideal: a perfect sunny autumn day and a pitch in excellent order.
Bulli 1901 press early, with Rui Ishizuka finding space on the left and driving a shot at goal.Thistle keeper Luke Morgan reacts sharply, pulling off a superb reflex save.The save deflects the ball onto the crossbar.The danger is cleared.Helensburgh Thistle break quickly on the counter.Louis Connell slam the pass into the net.Thistle take the early lead. 1–0 (7′).An evenly fought contest with battles across the park.Ben McDonald unleashes a powerful drive from the edge of the box.Morgan reacts sharply, blocking the effort at his near post.1901’s offside trap is successful.Benjamin Spruce makes a well‑timed tackle. The score remains 0–1 late in the first half.Halftime: Bulli 1901 FC 0 Helensburgh Thistle FC 1Luke MorganMorgan reacts sharply at the near post, pushing the shot away and back into the field of play.McDonald pounces on the rebound, drilling a fierce shot into the net.Bulli 1901 1 Helensburgh Thistle 1 (56′).Ben McDonald A precise through‑ball releases Charlie Jones, who bursts beyond the Bulli 1901 back line.Thistle regain the lead in the 68th minute.Charlie JonesBulli pepper the Helensburgh goal as full‑time approaches.Morgan comes up big again, pulling off another outstanding stop.Full time: Bulli 1901 FC 1 Helensburgh Thistle 2
Round 6 South Coast United v Tarrawanna Blueys
The Blueys sit cut adrift at the bottom of the table and are desperate for points as the season moves on. South Coast United, by contrast, have started well, are at home, and will look to make full use of the artificial surface. It’s a cool night, ideal for football.
Underway. Robbie Delbanco and Joshua KeremelevskiAdam Farkas receives the ball.Adam Farkas turns on the ball.Kade KinsellaA tangle of bodies in the box ends with the referee signalling for a penalty.Joshua Keremelevski steps up for the spot kick.South Coast take the lead. 1-0 in the 17th minute from the spot.United celebrate.Brendan Griffin lets fly from distance, testing the keeper.Griffin’s effort dips late but lands on the roof of the net.The Blueys press.William Cross whips a dangerous cross into the middle of the penalty area.Under pressure, the back line scrambles to cut out the dangerous ball.Goal! The Blueys draw level in the 40th minute.Blueys celebrate the goal.The Blueys contest possession.Reaching for the ball.No foul. The United defence holds tight.Halftime 1-1.The Vincent Fedele long‑shot.2-1. An unstoppable rocket.United celebrate taking the lead.Joshua Keremelevski brace makes it 3-1(58′).Joshua Keremelevski has space in the box.Joshua Keremelevski shoots.Joshua Keremelevski hat-trick 4-1(60′).Fans celebrate United’s lead.Jayden Grumley shoots.Jayden Grumley makes it 4–2 in the 85th minute.Final score: South Coast United 4 Tarrawanna Blueys 2.
Round 5: Tarrawanna Blueys FC v Coniston FC
The Blueys are at home, anchored to the foot of the table and desperate to break their points‑tally duck. Coniston, coming off an indifferent start, are searching for consistency. The pitch is in excellent condition on a perfect autumn day, with a cool easterly blowing down the ground
Harvey Rodriguez is hoping for an improved display from the Blueys.Underway.It’s a brisk, high‑energy opening as the game settles into its rhythm.Jonah KalmanidisTyler FullerAdam Rodriguez plucks the ball out of the air.Salieu Kamara’s pace and energy cause problems for the Cono defence.Jorge De Matos and Cameron Morgan pause to exchange tactical instructions.Kieran Kuzmanoski reacts quickest to the cross, steering his effort across the keeper.Kieran Kuzmanoski’s driven effort whistles past the upright, cms from the opener.Salieu Kamara times his run perfectly to beat the offside trap.Salieu Kamara breaks through and tucks his shot under the keeper.The Blueys take a 1–0 lead into the break after striking in the 46th minute.Cono’s defence absorbs the early pressure from the Blueys.Hassan AbudarebThe Blueys stay tight on Cameron Morgan, denying him space.Cono contest every ball as they push for an equaliser.A surround‑the‑keeper corner.Toby Norval Goal! Cono equalise in the 75th minute.Salieu Kamara unleashes his speed to break down the left.At full tilt, Salieu Kamara unleashes a powerful effort toward goal.Salieu Kamara rattles the upright. The scores remain even.Final score: Tarrawanna Blueys 1 Coniston 1.
Round 5 Cringila Lions FC v Wollongong Olympic FC
Cringila Lions are struggling with just one win and host a Wollongong Olympic side still smarting from their loss last weekend. The weather is cool, and the ground is heavy after a late afternoon downpour.
Olympic’s defence comes under early pressure as the Lions threaten from a corner.Rick Goodchild slams the ball into the mixer from the corner.The ball deflects off a Lions defender and falls into the path of Nicholas Littler. Nicholas Littler drives the ball into the back of the netLions 0 Olympic 1 (24′).Guy Knight keeps a close eye on Peter Simonoski.Captains battle.Aaron Baker breaks and shoots.Lions 0 Olympic 2 (24′).Olympic celebrate extending their lead in the 32nd minute.Lions prepare for a direct free kick from 25 metres.The direct cannons off the upright and back into play.Despite sustained pressure, the Lions head to the break two goals down.Halftime: Cringila Lions 0 Wollongong Olympic 2Jason Madonis latches onto the Harry Callahan cross and shoots.Goal! 0-3 in the 47th minute.Olympic celebrate their commanding lead.Alex MitreskiPeter Simonoski is brought down inside the box.Peter Simonoski converts from the spot to make it 1–3 in the 56th.Olympic find themselves pinned back with the Lions pushing to close the gap.Olympic’s defence holds firm under relentless pressure from the Lions.The Lions earn their second penalty of the match.The Lions miss from the spot as the Olympic keeper makes the save; it stays 1–3.Isaac Kostovski, off the bench, drives his shot across the goalkeeper.A late finish from Kostovski narrows the score to 2–3 in the 90th.Full time: Cringila Lions FC 2 Wollongong Olympic 3.
ROUND 4: PORT KEMBLA FC v TARRAWANNA BLUEYS FC
The Blueys sit anchored at the bottom of the table, and picking up points is vital to avoid being dragged into the relegation vortex even at this early stage. Port FC, chasing a second win, can push themselves into the top half with a result. The surface is in excellent condition, with a stiff, chilly autumn westerly blowing across a sunny Sunday afternoon.
The Port coaching staff make their way out for the game.The Blueys step onto the field in a match that could shape their season.The game is underway. Kade KinsellaEmanuel HondroudakisThe Blueys press early. Jayden Smileski marks Kade Kinsella.Blueys shoot from range.Keeper saves.A tense, evenly poised first half.The Half ends 0-0.Haftime Flyover. Sandy Lowcock is free in the box.Valentino Merxhushi receives the ball from Sandy Lowcock.1-0 (53′).Valentino Merxhushi celebrates his goal.Cross is sent toward Nicolas Tomasiello attacking the near post.Nicolas Tomasiello buries it.Port 2 Blueys 0 (67′).Jordan Prentoski lets fly from the edge of the box, a real rocket.The ball smashes into the net.Port 3 Blueys 0 (83′).Jordan Prentoski rounds the keeper.Prentoski tucks it away for his second of the match.Final Score Port Kembla FC 4 Tarrawanna Blueys 0.
ROUND 4 BULLI 1901 FC v WOLLONGONG UNITED FC
Bulli 1901 have had mixed results so far, and now face a Wollongong United outfit who have opened the season with three wins from three. A smoke haze hangs over the ground from a hazard‑reduction burn on the mountain, but the pitch itself is in excellent condition. Perfect sunny autumn weather greets the fans and give both sides every chance to play with tempo and ambition.
Final instructions delivered. A stern test awaits 1901 against one of the IPL’s heavyweight clubs.Jack Deale is swarmed by United defenders as he tries to weave his way through the backline.Jack Deale hits the deck after a firm challenge from United.United clear their lines from the ensuing direct.Captains Ben McDonald and Danny Lazarevski battle it out.Mason Versi take the direct free kick.The direct hits the upright.Off the post and back into play. The score remains Nil Nil.Tight midfield struggles.Samuel Matthews is brought down in the box.Mason Versi sinks the penalty. 0-1 in the 40th.Halftime 0-1.Daniel Geroski pounces on the error at the back.0-2 (76′).Daniel Geroski celebrates.The game ends 1901 0 United 2.
Round 3: Tarrawanna Blueys v Wollongong Olympic
The Blueys are desperate for points, with a loss likely to leave them anchored near the foot of the table. Olympic, meanwhile, arrive intent on showing they’re capable of going back‑to‑back. After a blustery Friday, the ground has pulled up superbly, setting the stage for an intriguing contest.
The toss. A litmus test on how they will go this season?Mitchell BrookerAnton Radice-JonesNicholas Littler makes it 1-0 after 8′.Olympic celebrate the early lead.Blueys push hard in search of the equaliser.Darren Stone clears the defensive header upfield.Tempers flare.An even First Half ends 0-1.Thomas Dimeski lets fly from long range early in the Second Half.Hayden Durose reacts sharply, tipping the shot around the post.The score remains 0–1.Tough contests breaking out all over the park as neither side gives an inch.A long‑range effort from Rick Goodchild sails over the keeper to make it 0–2 in the 75th minute.
Adam Rodriguez is left stranded, able only to watch the ball sail into the net.Olympic players swarm around Rick Goodchild, celebrating his long‑range finish.Rick GoodchildThe match ends 0–2, a result that leaves the Blueys still searching for their first points of the season.
Round 2: Bulli 1901 FC v Albion Park White Eagles FC
Bulli 1901 are without a point after last week’s defeat to Wollongong Olympic. Albion Park White Eagles, will be looking to build on their strong opening‑round win over South Coast United. The pitch is in excellent condition, though a thunderstorm is brewing over the range, low rumbles rolling in as kickoff approaches.
Ben McDonaldFlyoverZac McLaren and Gabriel CleurEarly tension as Bulli 1901 weather a fierce opening surge from the White Eagles.Benjamin Spruce defensive headerBenjamin Spruce clears the danger.From the edge of the box, Lewis Grimshaw fires a rocket that screams into the net. Bulli 1901 take the early lead 1-0 in the 17th minute.Bulli dominate the tempo, and Lewis Grimshaw is rampant on the right.White Eagles raise the intensity, stepping up their press.Intense pressure.Gabriel Cleurd drives the ball into Jayden Makowski, waiting on the edge of the Six.Jayden Makowski drives it across the keeper in the 43rd minute to level it at 1–1.Bulli 1901 1 White Eagles 1Halftime, and it’s all square.Bulli 1901 push hard for the equaliser.The White Eagles’ defence holds firm.White Eagles absorb the pressure, and the match finishes 1–1.
ROUND 1Â Â Tarrawanna Blueys v Shellharbour FC
The season kicks off in perfect conditions. The ground looks good. Both sides finished mid-table last year and will be looking for an improved position this year.Â
Round 1 kick-off between Tarrawanna Blueys and Shellharbour FC Advin TrebincevicThomas Dimeski shields the ball from Nathan Cario.Nikodin Matic saves Blueys’ first shot on target.Danil Romanov nods in the ball from the corner near post.Blueys 0 Shellharbour 1 in 15′.Blueys search for an equaliser, but FC’s defence holds.Romanov bravely nods it home under pressure from keeper Adam Rodriguez.Lachlan Flood is unable to prevent the ball from crossing the line.Danil Romanov brace in the 26th minute. 0-2.Halftime: 0-2.Halftime flyover.Blueys get one back after 56′.Back into the game.Aleksandar Duckinoski passes the ball into the penalty area.Romanov Hattrick! 1-3, 58′.Romanov’s 4th. 1-4, 72′.Game ends 1-4.
