Round 19 Preview – League One Women’s
Round 19 in the Football NSW League One Women’s competition is another intriguing weekend of action as the season heads around the final bend. There are six games to be played across Sunday afternoon, headlined by the Match of the Round between Central Coast Mariners FC and Nepean FC on the coast.
Let’s get onto the preview!
Match of the Round: Central Coast Mariners FC vs Nepean FC, Sunday 5 July, 5pm, Pluim Park
Central Coast Mariners FC face off against Nepean FC in this week’s Match of the Round at Pluim Park on Sunday afternoon.
The hosts will hope for clearer weather after their clash with leaders Marconi Stallions FC was washed out.
Central Coast Mariners will lean on captain Chloe Cattley and Matilda Gallagher to push them forward in this game.
It is a busy week for the Mariners, who have their catch-up game against Sutherland Strikers FC on Thursday night and may look for a six-point weekend.
Nepean FC played out a 0-0 draw against fellow contenders Blacktown Spartans FC at Jamison Park last weekend.
Custodian Laura Tredinnick kept a clean sheet in the physical affair and has made some magnificent saves for Nepean FC this season.
Further upfield, Keira Geoghagen is a commanding presence in midfield for the visitors and will be pulling the strings again on Sunday.
This game will be streamed LIVE on the Football NSW YouTube channel, with Voice of Central Coast Football, Peter Prior, behind the microphone.
Marconi Stallions FC vs Blacktown City FC, Sunday 5 July, 5pm, Marconi Stadium #2
Marconi Stallions FC take on Blacktown City FC in their clash at Marconi Stadium #2 on Sunday afternoon.
The Stallions had their game against Central Coast Mariners FC at Pluim Park washed out last weekend.
Winger Erinn Cleghorn is a dependable option for the Stallions, and her work combining with the rest of the front three is vital to their success.
Behind her, custodian Elizabeth Kerkham has been a steady influence and continues the Stallions’ recent legacy of strong goalkeeping.
Blacktown City FC lost 3-1 in last week’s Match of the Round against a clinical South Coast Flame FC side at Landen Stadium.
Despite the loss, Ava Luburic scored her first goal for the club, giving them some extra cutting edge up front.
Defender Molly Lawless is usually on set-piece duties and will trouble defences with her deliveries.
Newcastle Jets FC vs Inter Lions FC, Sunday 5 July, 5pm, Lake Macquarie Regional Football Facility
Newcastle Jets FC welcome Inter Lions FC to Lake Macquarie Regional Football Facility on Sunday afternoon.
The Jets were beaten 1-0 by a well-drilled Sutherland Strikers FC side at Lake Macquarie Regional Football Facility last weekend.
Isabella Walshe has been a machine down the flank for the Jets and will be driving forward at every opportunity on Sunday.
The Jets will look to avoid back-to-back home defeats and keep the chasing pack in their rearview mirror for fourth spot.
Inter Lions FC head up the highway fresh after having the bye in Round 18.
Kiara Coscia headlined their last game, a 4-1 win against Bankstown City Lions FC, with her hat-trick taking her tally to seven for the season.
Alongside her, Jenny Hughes, who also found the back of the net, and youngster Alyssa Walsh will give the defence headaches.
Camden Tigers FC vs SD Raiders FC, Sunday 5 July, 5pm, Ron Dine Reserve
Camden Tigers FC take on SD Raiders FC in their clash at Ron Dine Reserve on Sunday afternoon.
The Tigers lost 4-1 to Bankstown City Lions FC in their game at Jensen Park last weekend.
Chloe Hain was their goal scorer, and the defender remains someone who can be useful at set pieces for Camden.
Up front, the Tigers will look for Charlotte Taylor to lead the line and convert any chances they create against a contending side.
SD Raiders FC bounced back in style with a 2-0 win against a surging St George FC side at Ernie Smith Reserve.
Abigail Boag settled the game with a fantastic free-kick which underlined her all-round goal-scoring ability.
It was also a proud moment for Mia Lester, who came off the bench to make her debut and continue the strong youth pathway at the club.
Sutherland Strikers FC vs South Coast Flame FC, Sunday 5 July, 5pm, Harrie Dening Centre
Sutherland Strikers FC face off against South Coast Flame FC at Harrie Dening Centre on Sunday evening.
The Strikers picked up a vital 1-0 win against Newcastle Jets FC in their travels to the Hunter last weekend.
Ella Munro was the lone goalscorer, her first since Round 3, which will spur her forward to find the back of the net again.
South Coast Flame FC burned brightly in front of the cameras with a 3-1 win against Blacktown City FC in the Match of the Round.
Shaylee Meehan gave the side a fast start with her early goal and continues to lead the line strongly for the Flame.
Fellow attacker Cristina Barraza could be a super sub after showing her impact with their third goal in the win.
Blacktown Spartans FC vs Bankstown City Lions FC, Sunday 5 July, 7pm, Blacktown Football Park
Blacktown Spartans FC take on Bankstown City Lions FC at Blacktown Football Park on Sunday night.
The Spartans were held to a 0-0 stalemate against Nepean FC in their clash at Jamison Park last weekend.
It was a testament to the Spartans’ backline, including Tasmyn Hill and Peyton Crye, that they kept Nepean FC at bay.
Up front, Gemma Woolley is always a threat and will want to add to her already impressive tally this season.
Bankstown City Lions FC won 4-1 against Camden Tigers FC in the late clash at Jensen Park last Sunday.
Hannah Al Koudmani made her first-grade debut and impressed immediately with the opening goal in the big win and will be keen to back it up this weekend.
Coach Ante Covic will want his side to build momentum after that win and chase back-to-back victories.
St George FC had the bye
By Justin Davies
