Posts by Mark Stavroulakis
Round 21 Review – League Two Men’s
Another unpredictable weekend saw more shock results as the ladder continued to tighten following Round 21 of the 2026 Football NSW League Two Men’s season. The Match of the Round this week saw a hat-trick hero for Granville Rage against fellow promotion-hopefuls in Bonnyrigg White Eagles FC. Match of the Round: Bonnyrigg White Eagles…
Read MoreDe Oliveira embracing the big stage as Sydney United chase Waratah Cup success
Sydney United 58 midfielder Carlos De Oliveira says playing in matches that matter is exactly why players join a club with such a rich history, with Wednesday’s Waratah Cup Final providing another opportunity to compete for silverware. For De Oliveira, representing one of New South Wales football’s most successful clubs comes with high expectations, but…
Read MoreRound 21 Review – League One Men’s
With it getting cold outside, home comforts were appreciated in the FNSW League One Men’s competition in Round 21 action. Five teams won at home across the weekend, while only one won on the road in Bankstown City. Our Match of the Round saw Blacktown Spartans continue their strong home form. Match of the Round:…
Read MoreRound 18 Review – League One Women’s
Round 18 in the Football NSW League One Women’s competition delivered another fantastic weekend of footballing action, with plenty of goals, drama and excitement. There were six games to review from Sunday, headlined by the Match of the Round between Blacktown City FC and South Coast Flame FC. Let’s get into the review! Match of…
Read MoreDuke 4Sport gains formal Football NSW support
Football NSW has officially recognised its growing alignment with the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award – Australia, strengthening its commitment to supporting young people through football pathways that extend well beyond the pitch. The collaboration acknowledges the increasing number of Football NSW clubs already engaged in the Duke 4Sport program, which enables participants to complete…
Read MoreFootball NSW confirms match officials for inaugural Deploy Association Championships
Football NSW has confirmed the selection of match officials for the inaugural Deploy Association Championships, set to take place from Tuesday 7 July to Thursday 9 July 2026 at the Glen Willow Regional Sports Complex in Mudgee. The event will bring together teams from 16 Football NSW Member Associations in a unique state-wide celebration of…
Read MoreBrillante headlines massive mid-season transfer shake-up in FNSW Men’s competitions
The mid-season transfer window in the Football NSW League One and League Two Men’s competitions has delivered some big news ahead of the weekend’s action, with clubs across both divisions making significant moves for the end-of-season run-in. League One Men’s heavyweights Bankstown City FC have emerged as the biggest movers of the window, securing two…
Read MoreFootball NSW connects clubs through Talent Support Program workshop
Football NSW has continued its commitment to strengthening development pathways across the state, delivering a Club Capability Building Workshop focused on creating a successful Talent Development Environment. Led by Football NSW Player Development Managers Phil Myall and Nadine Sheils, who oversee the technical direction of the Boys and Girls Talent Support Programs (TSP), the workshop…
Read MoreRound 21 Preview – League Two Men’s
Ten rounds remain in the 2026 Football NSW League Two Men’s season and with the ladder tight and most teams still in with a chance of playing for promotion, the stakes continue to be high in Round 21. Match of the Round: Bonnyrigg White Eagles FC vs Granville Rage Sunday, 28 June 2026 –…
Read MoreValentine Sports Park to host 2026 Waratah Cup Final
Valentine Sports Park will host the 2026 Waratah Cup Final on Wednesday 1 July, with National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW heavyweights APIA Leichhardt FC and Sydney United 58 set to contest the first piece of silverware for the season. Kick-off is scheduled for 7:00pm under lights at Football NSW headquarters, with gates opening from 6:30pm.…
Read MoreRound 21 Preview – League One Men’s
With just a third of the season remaining, results mean that little bit more as Round 21 of the FNSW League One Men’s competition plays out this weekend. Match of the Round: Blacktown Spartans v Rydalmere Lions Friday 26 June, 8:15pm, Blacktown Football Park We return to Blacktown Football Park this Friday night as Blacktown…
Read MoreRound 18 Preview – League One Women’s
Round 18 in the Football NSW League One Women’s competition is a Super Sunday delight as teams surge towards the finish line for the season. There are six games to enjoy across the weekend, including the Match of the Round which sees Blacktown City FC host fourth-placed South Coast Flame FC. Let’s get onto the…
Read MoreWinter Futsal Finals set for blockbuster weekend
The 2026 Winter Futsal League finals will take centre stage this weekend with both the Men’s and Women’s Cup Finals set to deliver a thrilling conclusion to the competition. The Women’s Final will be played on Saturday 28 June at Valentine Sports Park with a 6:00pm kick-off, where Mountain Majik will take on UTS Northside…
Read MoreNSW clubs learn Australia Cup fate in Round of 32 draw
Four National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW clubs have discovered their opponents for the Hahn Australia Cup Round of 32, with blockbuster fixtures confirmed against both NPL Queensland opposition and A-League sides. APIA Leichhardt FC have been handed a home tie against current NPL Queensland table toppers Peninsula Power, while SD Raiders FC will travel north…
Read MoreRound 20 Review – League Two Men’s
There were more movers and shakers on the 2026 Football NSW League Two Men’s ladder following the completion of Round 20, with the competition continuing to compress. The Match of the Round this week saw a late goal change the complexion of the league ladder once against as Hawkesbury City FC and Fraser Park FC…
Read MoreRound 17 Review – League One Women’s
Round 17 in the Football NSW League One Women’s competition was another compelling weekend of action which helped shape the top four. There were six games played across the weekend, including a pair of derby contests, and it was highlighted by the Match of the Round between Marconi Stallions FC and Nepean FC. Let’s get…
Read MoreRound 20 Review – League One Men’s
Bankstown City and Inter Lions were the big winners in Round 20 of the FNSW League One Men’s competition this weekend. In another round where the top two dropped points, Bankstown City—boosted by a returning face—beat Central Coast Mariners, while Inter Lions took out a six-pointer at the bottom end of the table. Those results…
Read More2026 Football4all Gala Day shines
Football NSW lit up Valentine Sports Park on Sunday as the 16th annual Football4all Gala Day delivered a vibrant, joy-filled celebration of inclusive football, with more than 300 participants taking part in the flagship “All Abilities” event. Thirty-four teams from sixteen clubs took to the pitch across a packed day of small-sided matches, alongside a…
Read MoreFootball NSW to Unite State’s Associations for Landmark Championships
Football NSW is set to launch the inaugural Deploy Association Championships, a landmark new statewide tournament designed to celebrate grassroots football talent across New South Wales. The Championships will be held from Tuesday 7 July to Thursday 9 July 2026 at the Glen Willow Regional Sports Complex in Mudgee, bringing together all 16 Football NSW…
Read MoreFootball Australia announces second sports psychology webinar for match officials
Football Australia has confirmed a second national webinar for match officials, led by respected Sports Psychologist Dr Liam Slack, following strong engagement with the first session focused on managing match-day pressure. The upcoming webinar will centre on decision making strategies under the theme “parking with purpose”, aimed at helping referees process on-field decisions more effectively…
Read MoreNepean Referees Group named June Club Changer Club of the Month
Football NSW has named the Nepean Referees Group (NRG) as its Club Changer Club of the Month for June, recognising the group’s outstanding commitment to creating a positive, supportive environment for referees. Club Changer is Football Australia’s Club Development Program, designed to strengthen clubs, improve sustainability, and support long-term growth and success across all levels…
Read MoreSapphire Cup Final locked in: UNSW FC to meet Manly United FC in historic decider
The 2026 Sapphire Cup Final is locked in, with two NPL Women’s NSW sides UNSW FC and Manly United FC set to battle for the first piece of silverware on offer in the season, with both clubs chasing their maiden Sapphire Cup title. The final promises a landmark occasion for both teams, who have each…
Read More2026 Waratah Cup Final Set: Sydney United 58 to meet APIA Leichhardt in heavyweight decider
The 2026 Waratah Cup Final is set, with two NPL Men’s NSW powerhouses Sydney United 58 FC and APIA Leichhardt FC set to battle for the first piece of silverware on offer in the new season. It promises to be a blockbuster final between two of the competition’s most successful and historic clubs, both with…
Read MoreAPIA storm into Waratah Cup final with dominant semi-final win
APIA Leichhardt are through to their second Waratah Cup final in three seasons after a 4-2 victory over SD Raiders at Lambert Park on Wednesday night. A brace from Oscar Gonzalez helped fire the hosts into the decider, while SD Raiders showed their quality throughout and ensured a competitive contest despite the final scoreline. The…
Read MoreSydney United 58 book Waratah Cup final ticket with gritty win over Olympic
Sydney United 58 weathered a late resurgence from Sydney Olympic as they secured a 5-2 triumph after extra time at Belmore Sports Ground on Wednesday night to book their place in the 2026 Waratah Cup final and chance to win it for the ninth time in the club’s history. The travellers were made to work…
Read MoreSecond-Half Surge Sends Manly United Into Sapphire Cup Final
Manly United booked their place in the Sapphire Cup final with a composed 2-0 victory over Northern Tigers at North Turramurra Recreation Area on Wednesday evening securing a historic first-ever final appearance for the club. After a tightly contested opening period, the match was ultimately decided by a dominant second-half performance from the visitors, who…
Read MoreUNSW FC reach first ever historic Sapphire Cup final
UNSW FC and Hills United played out a tightly contested, end-to-end battle, with UNSW FC securing a 2-1 victory and earning the club’s first-ever place in a Sapphire Cup final. Hills made a strong start, enjoying early possession, with Erin Tavares taking a solid pass in range before it was intercepted by the UNSW defence.…
Read MoreRound 20 Preview – League Two Men’s
A top-of-the-table clash and other crucial matches in the battle for promotion headline Round 20 of the 2026 Football NSW League Two Men’s season, with plenty of teams still in the running looking to make the most of their opportunities. Match of the Round: Hawkesbury City FC vs Fraser Park FC Saturday, 20 June 2026…
Read MoreRound 17 Preview – League One Women’s
Round 17 in the Football NSW League One Women’s competition offers up some fantastic clashes to enjoy across the weekend, including a pair of derby contests. There are six games to run the rule over for the upcoming round, including the Match of the Round between Marconi Stallions FC and Nepean FC. Let’s get onto…
Read MoreRound 20 Preview – League One Men’s
Round 20 of the FNSW League One Men’s competition sees eight simultaneous kick-offs take place this Saturday afternoon. With this the final round before the mid-year registration window opens, teams will be looking to build momentum heading into the final ten rounds of the season. Match of the Round: Hakoah FC v Northern Tigers Saturday…
Read MoreColedale Waves legend Trevor Deeming honoured with prestigious NSW long service award
Football South Coast Association’s Coledale Waves FC stalwart Trevor Deeming has been recognised with the prestigious Distinguished Long Service Award set be presented at the 2026 NSW Community Sports Awards at the Bankstown Sports Club on Monday June 29. Deeming will be honoured alongside 25 volunteers from across New South Wales, all acknowledged for more than…
Read MoreRound 19 Review – League One Men’s
Blacktown Spartans and Northern Tigers restored a gap between themselves and the chasing pack in Round 19 action in the FNSW League One Men’s competition across the weekend. Aside from those two results, Hills United moved to within a point of third while Canterbury Bankstown and Rydalmere Lions also picked up victories. Match of the…
Read MoreRound 16 Review – League One Women’s
Round 16 in the Football NSW League One Women’s competition was a fantastic advertisement for the campaign, producing plenty of late drama, goals and action across Sunday evening. There were six games to review, headlined by the Match of the Round between SD Raiders FC and Marconi Stallions FC. Match of the Round: SD Raiders…
Read MoreRound 19 Review – League Two Men’s
Round 19 delivered shock results across the board, with no home winners recorded and the ladder in the 2026 Football NSW League Two Men’s season tightening further. The Match of the Round saw the promotion battle take another twist as Dunbar Rovers FC overcame Nepean FC, while elsewhere the fight for second place continued to…
Read MoreAll Finals Live: Football NSW to Broadcast Inaugural Association Championships Showdowns from Mudgee
Football NSW will bring fans closer to the action than ever before confirming that all Finals matches of the inaugural Deploy Football NSW Association Championships will be broadcast live from Mudgee on Thursday 9 July 2026. Set to be staged at the Glen Willow Regional Sports Complex, the Finals of the Boys Under 13 and…
Read MoreCarbiz Named Naming Rights Partner of Football NSW Futsal Premier Leagues
Football NSW is proud to announce a new two-year partnership with Carbiz, Australia’s leading replacement car provider, in a significant boost for futsal across the state. Under the agreement, Football NSW’s premier futsal competitions will now be known as the Carbiz Futsal Premier League and the Carbiz Futsal Premier League 2, reflecting a shared commitment…
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