2026 Sapphire Cup Semi-Finals Draw Released
The path to the 2026 Sapphire Cup final is now set following the completion of the semi-finals draw.
At least one debutant will feature in this year’s final, with Hills United set to host UNSW FC in semi-final 1. Hills United comfortably defeated SD Raiders 6-nil in their quarter final (Round 5) this week, while current NPL Women’s NSW competition leaders UNSW FC prevailed 1-0 against current Cup holders APIA Leichhardt.
2024 Sapphire Cup winners Northern Tigers remain in contention for a second title, should they defeat Illawarra Stingrays in next week’s quarter final (Round 5) fixture. The successful team will host winner of Western Sydney Wanderers v Manly United in semi-final 2.
The location and details of the 2026 Sapphire Cup Final will be released by Football NSW in the coming weeks. The winner of semi-final 1 will be the home team for the Final.
All remaining matches will be streamed live and free on the Football NSW YouTube channel.
Remaining Quarter Final (Round 5) Fixtures
Northern Tigers v Illawarra Stingrays – 7pm, Tuesday, May 26th at North Turramurra Recreation Area
Western Sydney Wanderers v Manly United – 7:30pm, Wednesday, May 27th at Wanderers Football Park
Semi-Final Fixtures
Hills United v UNSW FC
Northern Tigers/Illawarra Stingrays v Western Sydney Wanderers/Manly United
