The promising defender joined from the Australian Institute of Sport after a successful trial.

Ryall, 18, lead the Qantas Young Socceroos to recent wins over Korea Republic, Iran and Uzbekistan at the Weifang Cup and represented the Qantas Under 23s in an international match against China earlier this year.

Victory Coach Ernie Merrick said the club had been watching Ryall’s progress over the past 12 months and was impressed with his maturity and performances for the AIS in the Foxtel Cup.

“We like his leadership skills, he’s physically well built and he’s technically a very gifted young player who has been a performer for the AIS and the Qantas Young Socceroos,” Merrick said.

“He recently played in a tournament in China for the Australian Under 20 team and he was one of the only players to play four full games in the heat and humidity. That’s the type of toughness that we like.

“He’s the type of character that we try to attract. He’s always performed above his age group and he’s a stand out player in the Foxtel Cup.“


Sebastian RYALL
Date of Birth: 18 July 1989
Place of Birth: Sydney, New South Wales
Height: 180 cm
Weight: 75 kg
Previous clubs: Australian Institute of Sport, New South Wales Institute of Sport \