Round 8 Preview – League Two Men’s
A Super Saturday of action awaits in Round 8 of the 2026 Football NSW League Two Men’s season, with a derby and matches of big importance in store.
Match of the Round: Granville Rage vs Parramatta FC
Saturday, 28 March 2026 – 7pm, Garside Park
Another Western Sydney Derby will reignite when Granville Rage and Parramatta FC clash. Last season, Granville remained unbeaten in five head-to-head matches against Parramatta, including a 6-3 win and a 0-0 draw.
Granville come into this derby unbeaten in five matches after a 1-1 away draw with Dunbar Rovers FC and will rely on Timothy Borg-Williams and the momentum of a potential fourth-straight home win.
Parramatta saw their four-match winning streak end with a 3-1 home loss to Gladesville Ryde Magic last week. They will aim to use their pace to overcome Granville for the first time since 2023.
With just 5.6 kilometres separating the two stadiums, bragging rights are on the line in this derby.
Central Coast United FC vs Dunbar Rovers FC
Saturday, 28 March 2026 – 5pm, Pluim Park
Central Coast United FC hope to bounce back after a fourth league loss in seven matches, having enjoyed Australia Cup success with a 3-1 win over Arncliffe Aurora FC.
Dunbar Rovers FC aim to build on their fightback to a draw against Granville Rage, hoping to take down the Pirates on the road.
South Coast Flame FC vs Bankstown United FC
Saturday, 28 March 2026 – 5pm, Sir Ian McLennan Oval
Both sides hope to find consistency. South Coast Flame FC aim to continue their solid defensive form after a 2-0 home win over Central Coast United FC.
Bankstown United FC seek their first away win of the season and to regain their scoring form from previous campaigns.
Inner West Hawks vs Fraser Park FC
Saturday, 28 March 2026 – 5pm, Arlington Oval
Two sides coming off Australia Cup success meet. Inner West Hawks aim to bounce back from a 2-1 away loss to Camden Tigers FC, following a 5-2 cup win over Inter Lions.
Fraser Park FC, winners of three of the past four head-to-head meetings, come in after a 3-0 Australia Cup victory over University of Wollongong FC.
Sydney University SFC vs Hawkesbury City FC
Saturday, 28 March 2026 – 5pm, Sydney University Football Club
Sydney University aim to continue a positive run, building off a win and a draw in their last two matches, maintaining a five-match winning streak over Hawkesbury City FC.
Hawkesbury look to end a three-match losing streak after a 5-2 loss to Bonnyrigg White Eagles FC.
Gladesville Ryde Magic vs Bonnyrigg White Eagles FC
Saturday, 28 March 2026 – 5:30pm, Christie Park
Gladesville Ryde Magic seek back-to-back wins after a 3-1 away win over Parramatta FC. Bonnyrigg White Eagles FC, with 12 goals in their past three matches, aim to continue their scoring form after a 5-2 home victory over Hawkesbury City FC.
Camden Tigers FC vs Mounties Wanderers FC
Saturday, 28 March 2026 – 7pm, Ron Dine Memorial Reserve – Carbiz Stadium
Camden Tigers aim to build off their first win of the season, a 2-1 victory over Inner West Hawks FC, hoping to challenge league leaders Mounties Wanderers FC.
Mounties, coming off a dominant 5-0 home win over Nepean FC, aim to maintain their form and claim all three points at Camden.
Bye: Nepean FC
By Football NSW League Two Men’s Reporter, Dylan Costa
