Champion of Champions Finals Set for Another Huge Celebration of NSW Grassroots Football
Football NSW is preparing for another unforgettable celebration of grassroots football, with the 2026 Champion of Champions Finals set to bring together the best community teams from across the state at Valentine Sports Park this Sunday
A total of 18 grand finals will take place across the day, with 36 teams battling it out for the prestigious Champion of Champions title across junior, senior and over-age categories.
The long-running tournament remains one of the highlights of the grassroots football calendar, showcasing the quality, dedication and passion of clubs and associations from across New South Wales.
This year’s Finals will feature teams from 10 different associations and 29 clubs, highlighting the strength and diversity of community football across the state.
Associations from Across NSW Represented
The 2026 Finals will see strong representation from across metropolitan Sydney and regional areas, with Northern Suburbs Football Association leading the way with eight teams while Football St George and Sutherland Shire Football Association will field six teams.
Central Coast Football will also be strongly represented with five finalists, while Manly Warringah Football Association will send four teams to the big stage.
The full association representation includes:
- Northern Suburbs Football Association – 8 teams
- Football St George – 6 teams
- Sutherland Shire Football Association – 6 teams
- Central Coast Football – 5 teams
- Manly Warringah Football Association – 4 teams
- Football Canterbury – 2 teams
- Southern Districts Soccer Football Association – 2 teams
- Blacktown District Soccer Football Association – 1 team
- Bankstown District Soccer Football Association – 1 team
- North West Sydney Football – 1 team
Clubs Ready to Make Their Mark
Several clubs will have multiple teams competing across the Finals program, showcasing the depth of their football programs.
Northern Suburbs Football Association’s Lindfield FC will lead the way with five teams competing, while Sutherland Shire Football Association clubs Kirrawee Kangaroos FC and Lilli Pilli FC will also feature prominently.
Football St George’s Hurstville City Minotaurs will have two teams represented, with their Over 45 Men’s and 13 Girls teams both earning their place in the Finals.
Other clubs featuring multiple finalists include:
- Lindfield FC – 18 Women, 15 Girls, 18 Men, 17 Boys and 21 Women
- Kirrawee Kangaroos FC – 15 Girls and 17 Boys
- Lilli Pilli FC – 18 Women and 15 Boys
- Hurstville City Minotaurs – 13 Girls and Over 45 Men
A Full Day of Football Action
Fans will be treated to a packed schedule of football, with matches played across the day at Valentine Sports Park.
The Finals action will begin from 8:15am, with the first matches featuring the 13 Boys, 13 Girls and 15 Boys competitions.
The schedule includes:
Girls & Women’s Finals
- 13 Girls – Hurstville City Minotaurs vs Pittwater RSL FC (8:30am)
- 14 Girls – Moorebank Sports SC vs Kincumber FC (9:45am)
- 15 Girls – Lindfield FC vs Kirrawee Kangaroos FC (2:30pm)
- 16 Girls – Rockdale City Suns FC vs Seaforth FC (1:00pm)
- 18 Women – Lindfield FC vs Lilli Pilli FC (11:00am)
- 21 Women – Lindfield FC vs Marayong FC (1:15pm)
- All Age Women – Gymea United FC vs UTS FC (4:00pm)
- Over 30 Women – Lane Cove FC vs Killarney District SC (10:00am)
Boys & Men’s Finals
- 13 Boys – Western Condors FC vs CC Strikers FC (8:15am)
- 14 Boys – Bass Hill Rangers FC vs Umina United SC (12:00pm)
- 15 Boys – Banksia Tigers FC vs Lilli Pilli FC (8:30am)
- 16 Boys – Balmain DFC vs Georges River FC (3:15pm)
- 17 Boys – Lindfield FC vs Kirrawee Kangaroos FC (11:30am)
- 18 Men – Lindfield FC vs Saint Augustine’s FC (9:30am)
- 21 Men – North Turramurra FC vs Enfield (1:15pm)
- Over 35 Men – Dolls Point FC vs Berkeley Vale SC (3:15pm)
- All Age Men – Budgewoi FC vs Arncliffe Aurora FC (5:15pm)
- Over 45 Men – Hurstville City Minotaurs vs Eastwood St Andrews FC (4:45pm)
Celebrating the Best of Community Football
The Champion of Champions Finals represent the culmination of months of hard work, with teams from across NSW earning their place through their respective association competitions.
The event continues to provide a unique opportunity for players, coaches, clubs and families to celebrate grassroots football and the achievements of community teams from across the state.
Football NSW Competition Coordinator Kim Burge highlighted the importance of the event and the role it plays in recognising the strength of association football.
“The Champion of Champions Finals are always a special occasion on the football calendar, bringing together the best teams from across NSW to celebrate the incredible work being done by clubs and associations throughout the year.
“It is a fantastic showcase of community football, and we look forward to welcoming players, families and supporters to Valentine Sports Park for another memorable day.”
Watch the Action Live
For those unable to attend, all Finals will be streamed live and exclusively on the Football NSW official YouTube channel, allowing fans to follow the action from anywhere.
2026 Champion of Champions Finals
Venue: Valentine Sports Park
Matches: 18 Finals
Streaming: Football NSW YouTube
Official Hashtag: #ChampionOfChampions
