Waratah Cup
The historic Waratah Cup is known for being the most prestigious Football NSW knockout men's competition.
The Waratah Cup competition itself has gone through a number of name changes with the Federation Cup commencing in 1957 before it was renamed the Ascot (Craven) Cup in 1959 but then went back to its original name in 1962.
The Federation Cup name was then changed to the Waratah Cup in 1991 where Blacktown City took out the honour of lifting the coveted trophy, defeating Avala 2-1.
The 2026 Waratah Cup is the 22nd season of the premier men’s knockout competition for Football NSW.
The 4 winners from the Australia Cup Preliminary Seventh Round qualify for the Waratah Cup.
Tournament Guidelines
- Match dates are subject to change, pending each Clubs Competition Fixtures
- Kick-off times are subject to change for midweek matches pending what time the lights must go out at the venue
- All matches in the Waratah Cup must be played on a synthetic field unless otherwise approved by Football NSW
- Football NSW will determine the venue for the Waratah Cup Final
Draw Summaries
Waratah Cup 2025 Highlights
View the highlights of the 2024 Waratah Cup Final between Sydney United 58 and Northern Tigers.
