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Roar's W-League gaffer turned down men’s roles to stay in ‘enjoyable environment’

Roar's W-League gaffer turned down men’s roles to stay in ‘enjoyable environment’

Brisbane Roar coach Jake Goodship turned down two offers from men’s NPL clubs in Brisbane and Melbourne to stay in the W-League. 8 Mar 2021
Three things we learned: Western Sydney v Melbourne City

Three things we learned: Western Sydney v Melbourne City

Western Sydney beat Melbourne City 1-0 at Wanderers Football Park tonight to keep alive their finals hopes. A 71st minute winner from Leena Khamis, after a brilliant run from Teigan Collister, set up a well deserved win for a young team who are finding their feet. 26 Feb 2021
Three vital lessons learned...

Three vital lessons learned...

Western Sydney Wanderers’ maturing and ever growing confidence was on show last night, with a solid 1-0 win over a gallant Perth Glory. A Julie-Ann Russell first half winner was enough for the Red & Black to maintain their flickering finals hopes. 19 Feb 2021
'I'd love to be back at Wanderland,' says Julie Dolan Medallist

'I'd love to be back at Wanderland,' says Julie Dolan Medallist

Reigning Julie Dolan Medallist Kristen Hamilton admits she was prepared to play for the Wanderers again this season, but a change to the US NWSL fixturing curtailed her plans. 7 Feb 2021
Three things we learned: Macarthur v Western Sydney Wanderers

Three things we learned: Macarthur v Western Sydney Wanderers

Macarthur and Western Sydney played out a pulsating 2-2 draw in front of a boisterous crowd at Campbelltown Stadium. 7 Feb 2021
Preston icon recalls fond memories from life in the Lions Den

Preston icon recalls fond memories from life in the Lions Den

When Robert Spasevski netted Preston’s last ever goal in Australian top flight football on 7 April 1993, in front of only 782 people at BT Connor Reserve, little did we know that it would take 28 long years before the Lions' faithful could dare to dream of one day again being back on the big stage. 2 Feb 2021
Lions from Preston set to roar once more

Lions from Preston set to roar once more

The Preston Lions are a proud club with one of the country’s most passionate and dedicated fan bases. 24 Jan 2021
Wanderers take youth program to the next level

Wanderers take youth program to the next level

The Western Sydney Wanderers youth set-up is going a step further, with the club providing a 30 week pre-academy program for boys and girls aged 9-12, including goalkeepers. 23 Jan 2021
A longer season is the gateway to the future says Matilda great

A longer season is the gateway to the future says Matilda great

Former Matilda legend Heather Garriock has joined the chorus of voices urging Football Australia to extend the length of the W-League season, sighting it as the best way to develop the next generation. 18 Jan 2021
Sydney derby double header - Three things we learned

Sydney derby double header - Three things we learned

A double header derby for a Saturday night and the fans were treated to a pleasant evening out. An entertaining men’s game ended up 1-1 while Sydney FC celebrated club legend Teresa Polias’ 150th W-League game with a 2-0 win over their arch rivals. 17 Jan 2021
Women take prime time lights in Saturday night derby

Women take prime time lights in Saturday night derby

Western Sydney’s clash against bitter rivals Sydney FC this weekend at ANZ Stadium will take on greater significance than a local derby. The ladies game will kick off at 7.30pm on Saturday night in what is shaping up to be a prime time classic. 14 Jan 2021
Bulls are just what the doctor ordered say local residents

Bulls are just what the doctor ordered say local residents

Macarthur FC made their home debut at Campbelltown Stadium yesterday in front of a covid-restricted crowd of just under 5,000 fans, but locals have backed the club for the future. 4 Jan 2021
Three things we learned: Western Sydney Wanderers v Newcastle Jets

Three things we learned: Western Sydney Wanderers v Newcastle Jets

Western Sydney Wanderers opened their account with a 2-1 win over Newcastle Jets at the Wanderers Centre of Football today. A double from Rosie Galea saw the Wanderwomen bounce back from their derby defeat midweek. Tara Andrews netted for Newcastle. 3 Jan 2021
'It’s all smoke and mirrors...' - Questions raised over ‘independent’ leagues deal

'It’s all smoke and mirrors...' - Questions raised over ‘independent’ leagues deal

Some clubs are quietly seething over the finer details of the "historic" unbundling deal which finally saw the A-League and W-League split from Football Australia on New Year's Eve. 2 Jan 2021
Finn and Noah's night at Wanderland

Finn and Noah's night at Wanderland

Despite their team losing, two young brothers from western Sydney had a thoroughly enjoyable night at the A-League's inaugural western Sydney derby. While the Western Sydney Wanderers battled local rivals Macarthur FC on the field, off it there was plenty of passion and enthusiasm from the fans, eager to get back in amongst it after a challenging year. 31 Dec 2020
Sydney derby - three things we learned

Sydney derby - three things we learned

Sydney FC comfortably beat Western Sydney 3-0 in the season opener. A brilliant double from Princess Ibini and a strike from Cortnee Vine sent the Sky Blues on their way. The game left a lot to be desired about the state of the 2020/21 W-League season. 31 Dec 2020
'A year like no other...' - Western United give away memberships

'A year like no other...' - Western United give away memberships

Western United are offering football participants from western Victoria a complimentary three game membership to thank them for supporting football during the challenging 2020 domestic season. 26 Dec 2020
Bring on Sydney derby, says W-League stalwart

Bring on Sydney derby, says W-League stalwart

Western Sydney Wanderers assistant coach Catherine Cannuli admits she is chomping at the bit to get the new season started against arch rivals Sydney FC. 23 Dec 2020
Determined Phonsongkham keen for Red & Black action

Determined Phonsongkham keen for Red & Black action

Western Sydney Wanderers’ youngster Susan Phonsongkham is simply looking forward to getting back on the field after a frustrating season. 12 Dec 2020
Bulls fans see red over Bullpen rows

Bulls fans see red over Bullpen rows

Macarthur Bulls fans are in uproar after the new club’s active fan group name “Macarthur Bullpen” was registered by the club’s holding company. 10 Dec 2020
NSW African Cup heats up for knockout stages

NSW African Cup heats up for knockout stages

The business end of the 2020 NSW African Cup kicks off this Saturday with some exciting quarter finals action at the Wanderers Football Centre in Rooty Hill. 24 Nov 2020