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20.2.2026

NEW BALANCE NPLWA – MENS NIGHT SERIES FINAL PREVIEW

The first piece of silverware in the NPL this season is on the line on Saturday evening, when hosts Stirling Macedonia welcome Olympic Kingsway to Macedonia Park, in the New Balance NPLWA - Men’s Night Series Final. (7:15pm) Both sides had tough games to progress to the final, a stunning late goal from substitute Younes Sow gave Olympic a come from behind 2-1 against Perth Glory, while a first half goal from Aston Montgomery sealed Stirling’s hard fought 1-0 win against Perth RedStar in the other. So, it set up a repeat of last season’s State Cup Final, which was another tight encounter, when Stirling scored two late goals to seal a 2-1 win.

They have already met in the group stage, with Olympic coming out 4-3 winners in a thriller, and I’m sure this game will also be an entertaining game. In the Group C opening round game, Liam Boland opened the scoring for the Green Machine early, before new English striker Robert Harker added a second. Stirling were back in the game before the break, with Callum McKenzie scoring, but they were reduced to ten men shortly after, when Danny Douglas was sent off. But there was still time for Stirling to level, Samuel Dweh scoring. Then just after the hour Stirling hit the front with Aston Montgoment scoring, but it would be Boland who would have the final say, bagging a brace to seal his hat-trick late, to seal the win.

The last time Olympic won the night series was in 2023, when they beat Inglewood United on penalties, and they will be aiming for a third on Saturday. They are undefeated in this season’s competition, and defender Aryn Williams said it’s been a good preseason to date, and win in the final would make it a great one, but he is expecting another tough game. “We’ve had a great start to this year so far and considering we’ve got a lot of new faces we’ve gelled really well. We’ve still got a lot to work on as a unit but we’re most definitely heading in the right direction,” Willams said. “It’s always a tough game against Stirling. We’ve played them already this season and beat them 4-3 with a heavily depleted squad, so it will be interesting this weekend to see how the game goes. We’re looking forward to it and it’s always nice to be involved in another Cup Final.”

Stirling last won the night series in 1995, when they defeated Swan IC, and they will go in search of their sixth pre-season trophy. The only blemish in the group stage was against Olympic, and skipper Dejan Spaseski said they are all ready for against big game against them. “Every time we play against Kingsway everything goes out the window and I believe it’s the best derby in the state. One thing we can assure is that this fixture will be no different and we are coming prepared to win the game,” Spaseski explained. “Our strong showing in the night series to date is all credit to coaches Ago and Stewy, they’ve put so much care and attention into preparing us properly for the season. We are in a great space at the moment and the playing squad have been great all pre-season.” In the earlier third and fourth playoff, Perth RedStar take on Perth Glory. (5:00pm)

20.2.2026

STATE LEAGUE NIGHT SERIES QUARTER-FINAL PREVIEW

The State League Night Series has reached the Quarter-Final stage, and all four games will be played on Friday evening for a place in the semi-finals next week. It starts at the Endeavour Homes Stadium, Larkhill Sportsplex, and in the early game Group C winners Rockingham City host Group D runners-up Subiaco AFC. (6:30pm) Rockingham won all three games in the group, with Shaun Mukwevho, Willaim Hayes and Mitchell Foley amongst the goals. New City defender Chris Thackray said the new look side is progressing well, but he knows there is a long way to go.

“Yes, great to go unbeaten, and that's down to the hard work the group has put in so far this pre-season. But we are not getting carried away; as a group, we know we still have a long way to go and plenty of room to grow,” he said. “There is a strong group of players from last season, with great additions this season, so as a new group, we are working really hard together to put into practice what both Brooksy and Mark Sproule are asking of us on the training pitch. Playing a Division One outfit is always going to be a tough challenge and one that we will embrace. We want to push ourselves and test ourselves, and this will be a great platform to do so.”

Subiaco secured their place as one of the two highest runners-up with a win against Balga in the final group game, with Tomas Despotovski bagging a brace. It’s a return to the side for Phil Arnold this season, after having surgery, and he said a good win the final group game saw them progress. “Yes, it was good to get the win, but at the moment it’s all about getting minutes into the legs for the players,” the striker said. “Rockingham will be a good game they have a lot of experience and have performed well, but as mentioned it’s all about minutes in the legs and getting games under the belt at this stage of season. By winning means we get another competitive game under the belt and try make the final. My injury is coming along nicely, and I’ve managed to increase minutes every game, so just looking to continue that and be ready for the season.”

In the late quarter-final at the venue, Group A winners UWA Nedlands meet Group B runners-up Gwelup Croatia (8:30pm) UWA were unbeaten in their group, and sealed their place with a 4-0 win against Wembley Downs in the final game, with goals from Greg John, Seb Hooshangian and a brace from Joe McInness. After a good season in 2025, where they just missed out on promotion to the NPL, coach Kris Donnell has been pleased with the preseason. “After a tough end to last season, I’ve been very pleased with our pre-season, and we’ve been delighted with the boy’s commitment and effort throughout,” Donnell said. “We know Gwelup is always a great contest and I don’t see it being any different this Friday. We just want to focus on how we want to play and make sure we have another good performance under our belt.”

Gwelup booked their place as the other best runner-up, this after a come-from-behind 4-2 win against Gosnells City in the final game, with goals from Robert Ferrante, Jamie Sinnott, Tarek Atta and Jeremie Mba, and Ferrante said they are looking forward to Friday’s game. “Not our best showing by any means against Gosnells, but I think we showed some good character to push through and get the job done late (again), especially the boys who came off the bench,” the striker explained. “UWA have been a great side over the last few years, always looking to get the ball down and play, so yes, it’s definitely going to be a tough test for us. We have been working really hard over the last few weeks and it’s going to take the whole squad but we’re all really keen to get going and hopefully get the job done.”

The other quarter-finals will be played at the Ashfield Arena, and in the early game, Group B winners Kingsley Westside meet Group F winners Inglewood United. (6:30pm) Kingsley went through the group unbeaten and without conceding a goal, and a win in the final game against Ashfield, with goals from Max Adamson, Raeez Pandor and Paul Stewart saw them move through. Kingsley coach Ben Andrews has been pleased with the preseason, but Friday’s game is their biggest test. “The group stages were exactly what we needed for this stage of pre-season. The games were competitive and all played at a really high intensity. We used 24 players across the three games with some of ours 23’s and 18’s getting some first team exposure so we consider it a very beneficial three games,” he explained. “We are obviously pleased to top the group and give us another game in a competitive environment. There isn’t much more of a bigger test then Inglewood with the squad that Glen has assembled but it gives us an early indication on what to expect come rd1 when we play them again.”

Inglewood also went through the group unbeaten, and sealed their place in the next phase with Liam Hudson giving them a narrow 1-0 win against East Perth in the final game. Defender Jordan Brown said they head into the game in a positive mood. “The feeling is positive around the lads and the club to be into the quarters undefeated, but we are under no illusion that means anything significant moving forward. Theres a lot to work on and get better at as a squad, so I’m sure we will continue to keep putting the work in at training with Glen (Grostate) and use the upcoming games to keep the momentum going, while continuing to gel as there’s a lot of new faces here this season,” Brown explained. “Kingsley will be a big test for the lads this week, they had a great season last year and I’m sure there trying to push on and keep moving up the league to challenge this season. It will be a tough game but the boys will back our systems and each other to get the result and move forward into the next round.”

In the late game at the venue Group D winners Floreat Athena take on Group E winners Mandurah City. (8:30pm) Floreat sealed top spot with a 3-0 win in the final game against North Beach, with Jordan Langley scoring a double and Mohammed Al-Zaidy adding the other, and new Floreat midfielder Joshua Willis said the new group is gelling well, and knows Mandurah will be a stern test. “It’s been a good start results wise, we definitely could have been better as a group, but results are what matters and that will come, as you say, it’s a new group of players. The squad is very good and we have a great set of lads, who will all be looking to impress,” Willis said. “Yes, it will be a stern a test against a very good Mandurah side, and they can beat anyone on their day so we are very weary of that. All the boys are super excited for a knockout game and I’m confident as a group we will do our best to get the club through to the semi-finals.”

Mandurah sealed their place with a game to play, with wins against Curtin University and Kalamunda City, before a draw in the final game against Morley Windmills and defender Harry Collins said all their hard work is paying off, and there is a buzz around the club. “The lads have worked hard throughout the Christmas break and pre-season, and with such a new and young team there’s a real buzz around the place. Which always helps when we started night series by winning two out the first three games,” he said. “We can’t wait for the game on Friday against Floreat, the lads have been training hard, but it’s just another game and one we are looking forward to playing in.”

20.2.2026

SMITH RETURNS TO THE CAMPUS AND BLACK HEADS DOWN UNDER

After seven seasons away from the club with Bayswater City, Gordon Smith has returned to Perth RedStar for season 2026, while Aaron Black has joined from West of Scotland League Premier Division side Clydebank. Smith joined the then ECU Joondalup in 2016, and Scottish striker played two seasons at the Campus before heading to Frank Drago Reserve. The 35-year-old said his time at Bayswater was special and he has made many friends and has many highlights from his time there. “Yes, I enjoyed seven great years at Bayswater, a top club in the state. There was a lot of ups and downs throughout the years, but to top it off and end my time there with a league and top four title was great,” Smith explained.

“I met so many great people at the club and it was a tough to leave but something I felt was right for myself at this stage. The best moment for me personally was in my last game scoring the winner in the top four final against Kingsway. Obviously captaining the team to a first league title in 7/8 years was a great achievement, and we had a special team with a lot of competition for places which pushed us every week to be at our best. Another highlight was 2019’s FFA Cup run which seen us go over to play Olympic FC in the round of 32, although the result didn’t go our way it was a great experience.”

Smith said being back at the Campus is a great move for him, and RedStar were the only club he was going too. “As soon as the opportunity to return north and sign for RedStar came about there was nowhere else I was going,” he said. “Over the years they’ve had some great success and shown a real consistency under Callum and Dave especially. The squad is full of talent and we’ve a good blend of youth and experience. I am looking forward to passing on my experience to the younger players and contributing in the final third. I’m feeling fit and good and extremely excited for the season ahead.”

A move down under was a tough decision for Black, who played for Queen’s Park, Darvel, Blantyre Benburb, Gartcairn in Scotland, before signing for Clydebank last season, where he bagged 19 goal and a league winner's medal after 48 appearances for the Bankies. The 25-year-old striker said a phone call from head coach Callum Salmon sealed the deal, but it was a tough decision to leave Clydebank, but he can’t wait to get started in WA. “The move came about by Callum, the gaffer, getting my number from Scottish defender Ryan Finnie who is at the club, and after we talked, it all just moved smoothly from there,” Black explained.

“I loved my time at Clydebank, it’s a great club with a top fan base, and playing in front of a big crowd every week was something I loved. It was a bitter sweet decision to move to Australia, a great opportunity to play football abroad something I’ve always wanted to do, but leaving family and friends was a hard decision. I’m buzzing to be at RedStar, and to have a few Scottish boys in the team makes it a whole lot easier for me and I hope I can as successful as them.”

RedStar, who last won the NPL-WA title in 2023, will be one of the teams to beat this season, and head coach Callum Salmon said both players have fitted in well, and he’s looking forward to see what the pair can achieve this season. “We’re very happy with how Gordon and Aaron have settled into life at club,” he said. “Both are experienced players, and both understand what’s required to achieve and both have hit the ground running. So far, they are perfect additions to the group and we are excited to see what both can achieve with our group in 2026.”

20.2.2026

SHED TOUR OF DUTY TO SPUR GLORY ON IN ADELAIDE

Perth Glory will have a large backing on Friday evening at Coopers Stadium, when take on local rivals Adelaide United, well they are the closest team they play in the competition, in week 18 of the Isuzu Ute A-League. (Kick off 4:35pm WST) The Glory Shed Supporters Club will be on their 23rd Tour of Duty, and will pack the away end, as Glory will be looking to bounce back from their disappointing loss against Newcastle Jets last week. Adam Griffiths’ side missed the opportunity to close the gap on the top six after the 1-3 defeat, and it leaves them four points adrift of the final’s places. They do have nine games remaining, but the next four are on the road, so three points will be massive in this one. The Reds moved to fourth after a win against Sydney FC last week, so it will be a huge test for the Glory.

Griffiths said the support they have had home and away has been fantastic, and the coach would like to give them something to cheer on Friday evening. “Perth Glory supporters and the Shed group are something that really drives the team, especially away from home,” he said. “So, when we have that support, the players really feel that energy. We want to provide good results and good entertaining football for all our supporters and for the guys that travel, it means even more.”

The coach said after watching the videos after the Newcastle game, he is well aware what they need to improve on from last weeks defeat. “On reflection of the game, we identified the game was very tight, and critical moments determined the outcome, and that’s something we have to improve in terms of our focus, doing our jobs in these critical moments, because every single game is tight in this league, and these moments determined if you win or lose,” Griffiths said. “We’ve been looking at how we can be better in those final-third actions.

“We felt that we progressed the ball well last week, but really struggled when the creative moment needed to happen and that’s the x-factor. We need to improve those areas of playing forward and thinking forward more often and when we progress that, we want to speed it up. There are constantly layers that you have to improve and I felt that our progression has improved in terms of control, but that final moment to really take the game to the opposition needs to improve, so we’ve been addressing that.”

The last visit to Cooper Stadium saw Glory return with a share of the spoils after a 2-2 draw in week six last season. Glory found the opener in first half stoppage time, with Adam Taggart scoring, but two quick goals from English midfielder Zach Clough and Dutch defender Bart Vriends gave the hosts the lead. But Taggart restored parity on the hour bagging his second to secure a point. The Reds have an exciting squad, even without the injured Socceroo Craig Goodwin, and Griffiths knows they will be in for a stern test. “They have a lot of quality young exciting players, that they have brought though their academy,” he said. “They are a team who are always on the front foot, especially at home. They are an attacking team and try and play a brand of football that is exciting, so it’s going to be a big challenge for us to match that, and be switched on to counter that.”

In early team news, Brian Kaltak is suspended after his red card last week, and Griffiths said Tom Lawrence is still struggling with injury, and he will also be missing on Friday and Lachie Wales injury is worse then first feared, but he did have some good news. “Tom is feeling quite positives about the injury, but he taking the precautions we’ve given him, an it’s a week-to-week proposition for him, we hope to get him back on the grass next week,” he explained. “Nicko (Nicholas Pennington) is available this week, but Lachie Wales injury is more significant.” Riley Fox and Arion Sulemani have also been added to the extended squad.

Adelaide United Squad: GK Joshua SMITS, GK Ethan COX, 3 Bart VRIENDS, 4 Panagiotis KIKIANIS, 7 Ryan KITTO, 9 Luka JOVANOVIC, 10 Juan MUÑIZ, 12 Jonny YULL, 14 Jay BARNETT, 17 Ben FOLAMI, 19 Yaya DUKULY, 23 Luke DUZEL, 35 Brody BURKITT, 36 Panashe MADANHA, 44 Ryan WHITE, 52 Sotiri PHILLIS, 54 Bailey O’NEIL, 55 Ethan ALAGICH, 65 Joey GARUCCIO, 74 Amlani TATU - *Two to be omitted* - In: MADANHA, COX - Out: 13 Max VARTULI (omitted), 42 Austin AYOUBI (omitted) - Unavailable: 11 Craig GOODWIN (groin, long term) 20 Dylan PIERIAS (knee, long term), 87 Anselmo de MORAES (hip) 99 Ajak RIAK (hamstring)

Perth Glory Squad: GK Matt SUTTON, GK Mark BIRIGHITTI, 2 Charbel SHAMOON, 3 Sam SUTTON, 4 Scott WOOTTON, 5 Riley FOXE, 7 Nicholas PENNINGTON, 8 Callum TIMMINS, 9 Jaiden KUCHARSKI, 15 Zach LISOLAJSKI, 16 Gabriel POPOVIC, 17 Arion SULEMANI, 18 Luca TEVERE, 20 Trent OSTLER, 22 Adam TAGGART, 24 Andriano LEBIB, 25 Seb DESPOTOVSKI, 27 Will FRENEY, 39 Gio DE ABREU, 67 Stefan COLAKOVSKI - *Two to be omitted* - Ins: FOXE, PENNINGTON, SULEMANI - Unavailable: GK Cameron COOK, 6 Brandon O’NEILL, 11 Lachlan WALES, 31 Joel ANASMO, 34 Tom LAWRENCE (All Injured), 45 Brian KALTAK (suspended)

20.2.2026

GLORY HEAD TO THE JETS IN A CONFIDENT MOOD

After last week’s hard-fought 1-0 win against Canberra United, Perth Glory is knocking on the door of a finals spot, only two points outside the top six, as they look for a first finals appearance since 2019. This week they head to the No.2 Sportsground to take on Newcastle Jets, looking to keep the pressure on the teams above them (2:00pm WST). It’s the final game for Stephen Peters’ side, before the 2026 Asian Cup kicks off in Perth next week. The Jets sit one place, and three points behind Glory, and are coming off a 1-1 draw against the Wanderers last week, with Melina Ayres scoring late, so they need the points to keep them in the mix for a finals spot, so it’s a huge game for both sides and it should be a thriller.

Glory have only won once on the road this season, a 3-1 win in the opening week against Western Sydney Wanderers, but the coach believes they have been good away from home, but knows a win in this one will give them a huge boost ahead of the Asian Cup break. “Everyone talks about our away form, but if you take out the run of four defeats in a row, three of which were away from home, our away form has actually been pretty decent,” Peters explained. “The games have been tight, so we’re confident we can go there and get our second away win of the season. This particular game, if we can get the three points, will set us up nicely for that mini-series [four games after the Asian Cup break] and we really need to start believing that we can make the top six and when we do, we can tackle teams, there’s no reason why we can’t.

“Morale-wise, we’re feeling pretty good, but we’re not getting ahead of ourselves. It’s just one win that keeps us in the pack and Newcastle is a very important fixture for us. I think it’s a banana skin game… and we just have to be ready for that. In saying that, they’re only three points off us, so it’s very easy for me to turn around to the players and remind them that Newcastle’s on 17 points and we’re on 20 points. I think they [Newcastle] are a very good team and if you look at some of the games they’ve won this season, they’ve been very good in those games. They’ve got some great strike weapons; [Charlotte] Lancaster and Sophie Hoban have been very good for them, and Melina Ayres is obviously someone that has a lot of experience in the league and Kelli Brown we know very well. We definitely can’t take them lightly, but I think we have to have confidence that what we’re doing at the moment is keeping us in games, keeping the games close and laying the platform for us to go and get three points. We’ve got to stick to the process and what works for us, travel well, look after our bodies, go there with confidence and play and not go into our shell. We’ve got to make sure that we’re up for it physically and mentally and then I think we’ll be ok.”

The last time Glory flew to the Jets, was in week 17 last season, but came home empty-handed after a 2-1 defeat. It was a disastrous start for Glory, with Sophie Hoban scoring a brace in the opening three minutes. Glory hit back just before the hour, with a well-taken maiden A-League goal from substitute Ella Lincoln which set up a frantic finale, but they couldn’t find the equaliser. Glory did beat the Jets this season at home in week 11, with Isobel Dalton’s early goal sealing a 1-0 win, and Glory defender Grace Johnston said they head into the game full of confidence, after the hard-fought win against Canberra last week. “There is a positive vibe around the squad after the win, and to get a clean sheet as well, and we have to take that into this week’s game against Newcastle,” the former FW Academy defender said. “For us, finals are the end goal, but to get there we need to take three points from every game we play, so we’re taking it week by week, and hopefully if we get the three points this week. Then we can build on this over the Asian Cup break, and hit the ground running for our final games.”

Johnstone said they face a tough trip to Newcastle on Saturday, and she said the experienced players in the group are vital on the road trips. “Going into this week’s game, it’s a real mentality thing, we can go in over confident. Yes, we’re confident in our ability to win the game, but we have to work on it at training each week. We need to know their strengths as well, we know they are a very strong and physical team, so we need incorporate that into our game.,” she explained. “Travel is tough, we were in Wellington a few weeks ago, and now we head to Newcastle. But our squad has a lot of experience this season, the likes of Rola (Badawiya), Emma (Tovar) and that international experience can be taken into games. We are treating every game like a final, those players can help us and guide the youngsters like myself through.”

It’s been a huge couple of months for the players, with keeper Teresa Morrissey and defender Tijan McKenna taking out an ALW Player of the Month Award, and Peters said Morrissey’s award this month is well-deserved. “I actually mentioned to the group today that there have been three Player of the Month Awards this season, and we’ve won two of them, which is pretty special, especially given that we’ve only been in the top six for a couple of weeks during the season,” the coach said. “It showcases how important our players’ contributions are to the team.

“Teresa has been amazing for us, not just between the sticks, but in the dressing room, the gym, off the field. When people are injured and doing top-up sessions, she runs with them, she’s just first-class in every sense. I’ve known this for a little while and I’m a little bit surprised that it took her until she was 25 to make her debut in the league. She’s obviously had some interesting things in the past that have stopped her from making her debut earlier and I’m just really proud that she’s stuck to it and is getting the accolades for it, so it’s no surprise to me that this is what she’s producing.”

Newcastle Jets Squad: GK Georgia RITCHIE, GK Ally BOERTJE, 2 Josie WILSON, 3 Claudia CICCO, 4 Natasha PRIOR, 5 Olivia PAGE, 7 India BREIER, 8 Emma DUNDAS, 9 Haley JOHNSON, 10 Elizabeth COPUS-BROWN, 11 Charlotte LANCASTER, 13 Lauren ALLAN, 14 Melina AYRES, 15 Emma BATES, 18 Sophie HOBAN, 26 Josie ALLAN, 30 Alexis COLLINS, 44 Kelli BROWN - *Two to be omitted* - Unavailable: 6 Cass DAVIS (Heel), 23 Zoe KARIPIDIS, 24 Anna LEAT, 32 Claire ADAMS, 35 Lily-Rose DUNBAR

Perth Glory Squad: GK Teresa MORRISSEY, GK Jessica SKINNER, 2 Mischa ANDERSON, 3 Emma TOVAR, 5 Grace JOHNSTON, 6 Tijan MCKENNA, 8 Georgia CASSIDY, 9 Gabby HOLLAR, 10 Susan PHONSONGKHAM, 11 Natalie TATHEM, 12 Bronte TREW, 17 Rola BADAWIYA, 19 Sarah O’DONOGHUE, 23 Isobel DALTON, 24 Julia SARDO, 25 Ella LINCOLN, 27 Charli WAINWRIGHT, 28 Clancy WESTAWAY, 29 Onyinyechi ZOGG - *Two to be omitted* - Ins: HOLLAR, WESTAWAY - Outs: 24 Julia SARDO - Unavailable: 7 Megan WYNNE (injured), 13 Naomi CHINNAMA (injured), 20 Ella ABDUL MASSIH (injured)

20.2.2026

KERR NAMED CAPTAIN IN MATILDAS ASIAN CUP SQUAD

Former Perth Glory captain Sam Kerr has been selected in the Joe Montemurro’s Asian Cup squad, putting a horrid 12 months behind her. The Chelsea striker has been out injured with a knee injury, and has struggled for game time in the English Women’s Super League this season, but the coach has made the call, to name her, and give her the captains armband. Meanwhile, the other long-term injured player, Manchester City’s Mary Fowler, is also named, so it could be a gamble but one the coach is willing to take. “There's something in Sam's voice, speaking to her on Zoom calls and so on, that just excites me about the fact that she's really, really excited to come here,” he said. “She's really excited to put that jersey on, and really excited to give the public a showcase of how we're going to play. There's a buzz in the air when you speak to her and it's really exciting. She’s really happy to be coming back and performing on this amazing stage.”

Deciding on the final squad was not easy, but it was one that Montemurro said reflects the best possible balance heading into the tournament. He made the tough call to not include a pair of fan favourites, with World Cup hero Cortnee Vine and full-back Charli Grant missing the cut. There are not many surprises in Montemurro’s squad, with Kerr, vice-captains Steph Catley and Ellie Carpenter, Caitlin Foord, Mackenzie Arnold, Alanna Kennedy, Hayley Raso, Kyra Cooney-Cross, Katrina Gorry and Fowler all named. The latter has had limited game time for City, after tearing her ACL in April last year. But Montemurro has decided to roll the dice by including her in the squad, with the 23-year-old’s x-factor ultimately too hard to turn down, as the Matildas look for a first Women’s Asian Cup title since 2010 when they open the tournament against The Philippines at Optus Stadium a week on Sunday.

“It's always a tough decision, but we had a cut-off time to get the squad announced,” Montemurro explained. “The biggest thing for me was to make sure that, given the nature of the tournament - being so short and with a quick turnaround - we had players who were consistently playing and ready to play. “We weren't in a position to bring players in that were coming back from injury, or coming back from situations where we had to modify them through the camp. We don’t have that opportunity. The biggest thing for me was to find a good balance in the squad, so that each scenario is adhered to. This means that if we get a situation where we lose a player early, or we go a goal down, we've got the opportunity to make that impact. We needed players ready, players prepared, and we needed players who can make an impact in those situations.”

Montemurro added, that there were a number of players who were unlucky to miss out, particularly from the A-League. “We've done a lot of work in the A-League over the last six months - scouting, looking, finding scenarios - and there were probably four players that were very, very close to making this squad. They were not identified in the build-up, but have done well in the A-League,” he said. “We believe that the future is in a good space, because there's a lot of talent. We now just need to expose them to that international competition.”

Matildas Squad - Goalkeepers: Mackenzie Arnold, Teagan Micah, Jada Whyman - Defenders: Ellie Carpenter, Steph Catley, Winonah Heatley, Clare Hunt, Alanna Kennedy, Courtney Nevin, Jamilla Rankin, Charlize Rule - Midfielders: Alex Chidiac, Kyra Cooney-Cross, Katrina Gorry, Amy Sayer, Emily van Egmond, Clare Wheeler - Forwards: Caitlin Foord, Mary Fowler, Michelle Heyman, Kahli Johnson, Sam Kerr, Holly McNamara, Hayley Raso, Remy Siemsen, Kaitlyn Torpey

15.2.2026

GLORY KEEPER TAKES OUT PLAYER OF THE MONTH

Perth Glory’s Teresa Morrissey has been named Ninja A-League - Shark Player of the Month for January after a fan vote. The Glory custodian was in fine form for Stephen Peters’ side during the month of January with Perth well in the race to play finals football. Featuring in all five of the matches during the voting period, Morrissey helped her team record two wins and two draws in five games.

The former Young Matildas representative, Morrissey was previously on the books of Melbourne Victory, Western Sydney Wanderers and Central Coast Mariners, while in 2024, her stellar performances for Macarthur Rams saw her named NPLW NSW Goalkeeper of the Year.

The 25-year-old is enjoying a stellar season in goal for the Glory and currently ranks highest in the league for goals prevented (7.1) and second in the league for clean sheets (5), save percentage (85.7%) and saves per 90 (4.??. Morrissey was nominated for the Shark Player of the Month award in January as one of the 10 highest-rated players on FotMob’s rating system.

15.2.2026

STATE LEAGUE NIGHT SERIES WEEK THREE REVIEW

The quarter-finalists in the State League Night series has been confirmed, after the Week Three games were completed over the weekend. It kicked off on Saturday evening in Group A, with UWA Nedlands sealing top spot after a 4-0 win against Wembley Downs in the early game at Luxwin Stadium, Hartfield Park. UWA were ahead on 18 minutes, with Joe McInness on target. But they burst the game open in the second half, Sam Hooshangian making it 2-0, before McInness added his second and Greg John completed the scoring shortly after. “Delighted to get another clean sheet and we performed well again, the boys are working hard in training and it’s showing in games their fitness levels have been excellent,” UWA Coach Kris Donnell said. “Nice to have another competitive game now to look forward to.” In the late game Quinns finished second in the group, with a Chad Samuels goal giving them a 1-0 win against hosts Forrestfield United, but they missed out on one of the highest runners-up places.

In Group B on Friday, Kingsley Westside secured their place after a 3-0 win against hosts Ashfield in the late game at the Ashfield Reserve. They took control of the game with three early goals, Max Adamson opening the scoring after only five minutes, before Raeez Pander and Paul Stewart made it 3-0 after only 13 minutes. Ashfield’s hopes of a comeback where quashed before half time, when Deng Dut was sent off. “We are happy with the performance especially in the first 30 minutes, where we played some of our best football this preseason,” Kingsley coach Ben Andrews said. “Obviously pleased to top the group and stay in competition for another week to try to improve again as we’ve been doing each week so far.”

In the late game Gwelup Croatia came from behind at half time to beat Gosnells City 4-2, and qualify as one of the best runners up. Robert Ferrante gave Gwelup the lead early, but goals from Tony Chandler and Alex Nawn gave Peter Allen’s young side the lead at the break. Jeremie Mba restored parity shortly after the break, and late goals from Jamie Sinnott and Tarek Atta sealed the win. “Full credit to Gosnells as they were very energetic. We did it harder than we had to, however another good comeback,” Gwelup coach Basil Lenzo said. “At this stage of the season, it's always good to keep working the squad over with competitive games. I must say that the intensity of the night series has really risen this year with all games being highly competitive. Another Night Series Quarter Final awaits us, and we will look forward to taking on UWA Nedlands.”

Also on Saturday evening, Inglewood United finished top of Group F, with a narrow 1-0 win against a ten-man East Perth in the late game at Proto DPS Inglewood Stadium. East Perth was reduced to ten men on the half hour mark, with Niall Murray shown a straight red card. It took a while for the hosts to make the breakthrough, but it eventually came on the hour, with a well taken goal by Declan Hudson. “Not our best performance but credit to East Perth for being resilient for most of the game especially with ten-men,” Inglewood assistant coach Adam Tong said. “We made a lot of changes again, giving lads there first starts, and yet another clean sheet which we are happy with, onto the quarters which is positive.” In the early game in the group, Carramar Shamrock Rovers and Joondalup City played out a 0-0 draw.

With three places secured in the knockout stage, and Mandurah City already qualified, the other four spots were up for grabs on Sunday, and in Group C, hosts Rockingham City finished top after a 3-1 win against Cockburn City in the late game at Endeavour Homes Stadium, Larkhill Sportsplex. Cockburn who needed a win to qualify, found themselves down to ten men on the half hour, with Rory McGrath sent off, and Rockingham hit the front shortly after, with Shaun Mukwevho on target. Mitchell Foley doubled their lead early in the second half, but the Cockerels were back in the game just after the hour, with Luka Caceres scoring. But their comeback ended when Alex Guzman was sent off, and a late penalty from substitute Raphael Guzman wrapped up the win.

“It was great to get another win and minutes under the belt. The performance was not great, but to control the game and get the result was pleasing,” Rockingham coach Matthew Brook explained. “We are still in the building process so to come away from the group stage with nine points knowing that we have a long way still to go is exciting for the season. It’s a credit to the group of players that are here, the character and the quality is great.” In the other game in group, Canning City won for the first time in the competition, with Saudi Bayal scoring the only goal in a 1-0 win against Murdoch University Melville.

In Group D Floreat Athena have finished top, after a 3-0 win against North Beach in the late game at Ashfield Reserve. “We’ve got a completely new team this season, so happy with winning the group,” Floreat coach Alun Vernals said. “That was the target prior to the night series, and to only concede one goal is a good sign as we prepare for the first game of the league season.” Floreat burst the game open with three quick goals before the break. First on the half hour Jordan Langley found the opener, and he added a second moments later. Mohammed Al-Zaidy found the third just before half time. and it was it enough to win it.

Subiaco AFC have also qualified out of the group as one of the two highest runners up after a hard fought 2-1 win against Balga in the early game at the venue. Tomas Despotovski gave Subiaco the lead on 14 minutes, but Nicholas Bahr Pike levelled for Balga three minutes later. A win would have seen either team qualify, but it was Subiaco who found the winner six minutes into the second half, with Despotovski adding his second from the spot. Balga ended the game with ten men, with Karl Maluga sent off. “The boys knew it was going to be a tough game against Balga, but it wasn’t the best game from our end,” Despotovski said. “But we did what we needed to get the goals and defended really well for the remainder of the game to see out a win to get through.”

With Mandurah already qualified as Group E winners, they ended the group stage with a 1-1 draw against Morley Windmills in the early game at Ashfield Arena. A penalty from Luke Salmon on 20 minutes gave Morley the lead, but Mandurah levelled with a penalty of their own ten minutes later, Joe O’Brien converting. It was a third draw in the group for the promoted Morley, and coach John O’Reilly said it has been pleasing. “We are fairly happy with our pre-season so far, we know there are still areas to improve, which is only natural considering the squad being relatively new,” he explained. “The Night Series has been a good learning curve for the players, giving us indications of our strengths and weakness to date. The next few weeks we will continue to progress further in our planning for match day one, which ultimately is our primary objective.”

In the late game at the venue Curtin University and Kalamunda City have also drawn 1-1. City were ahead at the break, with an own goal, and Curtin were down to ten men with Jason Peppin sent off ten minutes from time. But the ten-men hit back to level in the final minute, with substitute Alfie Bryant on target. So, the quarter-finals will be played next Friday – Here is the full draw - Endeavour Homes Stadium, Larkhill Sportsplex - Rockingham City v Subiaco AFC (6:30pm), UWA Nedlands v Gwelup Croatia (8:30pm) – Ashfield Arena – Kingsley Westside v Inglewood United (6:30pm), Mandurah City v Floreat Athena (8:30pm)

15.2.2026

NPLWA – WOMEN’S NIGHT SERIES – WEEK ONE REVIEW

The New Balance NPLWA – Women’s Night series kicked off this weekend, and in Group A on Friday evening a late goal by Fremantle City substitute Rosie Robinson, sealed a come-from-behind 2-1 against Subiaco at the Home Group Stadium, Grindleford Reserve. “It was good to get off to a winning start in the night series, the first game back is always challenge and knowing that Subi had changed their squad a lot over the off season, we weren’t sure what to expect from them,” Fremantle skipper Annabelle Leek explained. “I felt we had good possession of the ball, but struggled to create clear chances. It’s never ideal going 1-0 down but I think it almost served as a push to increase our intensity going forward. We responded well with a great goal from Leyna and then Rosie, one of our 21s players, grabbed the winner in the last minute of the game with a really composed finished.” Subiaco hit the front 16 minutes from time, with Sarah Klott scoring, but four minutes later Leyna Wood levelled for Fremantle. It looked like the points would be shared, but a great finish from half time substitute Rosie Robinson won it for Samantha Geddes’ side.

The other game in the group was on Sunday evening at Dorrien Gardens, where Perth RedStar started their campaign with a 5-0 win against newly-promoted Sorrento in the early game. The game was all but wrapped up by half time, with RedStar leading 4-0 at the break, Jayna Ridley found the opener early, with debutant Klaudia Houlis and Renne Leota making it 3-0 either side of the half hour mark, before Kaityln Bellanca added the fourth. They made it 5-0 late in the game with Grace Monteiro, to give them a perfect start to the preseason competition. “I’m really pleased with how we’ve opened the Night Series, a 5–0 result is always encouraging, but more importantly I was happy with the intent behind the performance,” RedStar coach Chris Atturo said. “We showed real creativity and composure in the final third, moved the ball with purpose, and had five different players on the scoresheet — which reflects the shared attacking responsibility we’re building within the group. What I’m most proud of, though, is the integration of our new players. We had six debutants — Klaudia, Nelli, Holly, Toko, Marley and Lily — and they’ve adapted to our environment and expectations incredibly quickly. Their attitude, work rate and willingness to embrace our standards, speaks volumes of them as individuals.”

In Group B on Friday evening night series holders Balcatta Etna began their defence with a 3-0 win against UWA Nedlands in the late game at Home Group Stadium, Grindleford Reserve. “Happy with the result as it gave us not only three points but a clean sheet and no injuries, which is always a bonus for any coach to consider,” Balcatta coach Peter Rakic explained. “We still do have a lot to work on and we don't expect to hit our straps until the season officially starts, but it was a very positive outing for our first hit out. I was particular impressed with the new signings who have fitted in well with their new team mates and given us a lot of added quality that we needed, especially if we are to challenge everyone further this year.” The hosts were ahead on eight minutes. Carla Bennett broke forward and her ball over the top sent Caitlin Doeglas clear and she finished well. It was 2-0 six minutes later, a quick free kick from Abbey Meakins sent Doeglas in on goal, her first shot hit the post, but she was first to the rebound to score. It was 3-0 on the hour, Jamie-Lee Gale cutting in from the left and finished well one-on-one with Macy Johnson. The fourth came 15 minutes from time, substitute Mia Britton finishing well from the edge of the box.

The other game in the group was played on Sunday evening, and last season’s beaten finalists Perth Azzurri have played out an entertaining 2-2 draw with the Hyundai FW Academy in the late game at Dorrien Gardens. “It was a really tough game, we all had to work together really hard for the draw and it definitely showed to us all we have a fair bit to work on, especially our fitness,” Perth striker Jessica Flannery said. “But for our first game back, after losing some important players and introducing new ones, I think we are all just glad to have got a draw and are excited to move onto the next game.” Flannery gave the hosts the lead midway through the first half, but six minutes before the break the Academy levelled, Sakura Leong finishing calmly, after being icked out by Cate McAuliffe.

The Azzurri regained the lead eight minutes into the second half, with Sam Mathers on target, but on the hour the Academy restored parity. Another neat through ball from McAuliffe sent Young Matildas striker Theodora Mouithys clear, and she rounded Azzurri keeper Dayle Schroeder and fired home, to give both sides a hard-earned point. “The girls enjoyed performing and testing themselves against last year’s champions, and there were plenty of strong individual performances to go with a solid team performance overall,” FW Academy coach Stephen Walmsley explained. “We are looking forward to more competitive games this year to challenge our players and prepare them for a future in football.”

15.2.2026

AMATEUR PREMIER DIVISION NIGHT SERIES – WEEK ONE WRAP

The Amateur Premier Division Night Series started this weekend, and on Saturday evening at Wanneroo Reserve the Group A games kicked off, and in the early game the points were shared with Maccabi drawing 1-1 with Olympic Kingsway. Tashey Phuntso had given Olympic the lead early, but Dion Berman levelled shortly after, to give both sides a share of the spoils. In the late game at the venue and early goal from Alan Reidy gave Wanneroo City a 1-0 win against Kingsley Westside, and the hosts ended the game with ten-men, with Benjamin Gammack sent off on the hour.

In Group B at Kingfisher Park on Saturday evening, North Perth United started the competition well, with a convincing 5-0 win against newly promoted Ballajura AFC. Shane Wyse opened the scoring on the quarter hour mark, before a brace from Yanich Jordan gave them a 3-0 lead at the break. Then second half goals from Alex Wild and Conor Hartley rounded out the scoring. In the late game at the venue, a goal from Callum Duguid on the half hour was enough for Hamersley Rovers to beat Swan United 1-0.

Finally in Group C on Sunday evening, holders Noranda Emerald edged out promoted side Kwinana United 1-0 at Kelly Park. The only goal of the game came early, with Conor Gormley scoring after only four minutes. In the late game at the venue Kelmscott Roos stunned Jaguar 7-0, with Solomon Finch picking up a first half hat-trick, with second half goals from Callum Husain, Lemeo Wordu, Glen Bleakley and Gerard McGahey completed the rout.

15.2.2026

GLORY CONFIRM TWO MORE DEPARTURES

Perth Glory have confirmed another two departures from the club, this only days after midfielder Luke Amos left for K League 2 side Paju Frontier. Today it was announced that defender Kaelan Majekodunmi has joined Dandenong Thunder on loan for the rest of the NPL Victoria season, while midfielder Taras Gomulka, has had his contract terminated by mutual consent to allow him to explore opportunities in Canada.

The trio’s departures bring the total to seven, who have left Glory in the mid-season window, including promising midfielder Rhys Bozinovski, who was sold to Dutch top-flight side Heracles Almelo earlier this month, while Amos, Gomulka and Nathanael Blair (Central Coast Mariners) have had their contracts terminated, while Majekodunmi, Khoa Ngo (Cong An Ho Chi Minh City) and Adam Bugarija (Marconi Stallions) have departed on loan.

Majekodunmi has played 15 times for the club, since debuting in January 2024, but he has struggled to get into the side this season, especially with the form of Scott Wootton and Brain Kaltak at the heart of Glory defence. The talented 21-year-old was recently away with the Australian under 23’s in the Asian Cup, and played in all but one of their games, the Olyroos knocked out in the quarter finals by South Korea, and he made his debut for his new club in a 1-1 draw against Melbourne City today.

Meanwhile, former Adelaide United, Melbourne City and Brisbane Roar midfielder Gomulka made 22 appearances for Glory since joining ahead of the 2024/25 campaign, and like Amos had his contracts terminated by mutual consent. “Luke and Taras had not been getting first-team game-time this season,” said Glory Football Director Stan Lazaridis, “and they now have the opportunity to open new chapters in their careers overseas.

“It’s a similar situation for Kaelan who will now be able to get match minutes under his belt in the NPL Victoria, which is exactly what he needs at this stage of his development. We will continue to monitor his progress with Dandenong closely. On behalf of the club, I’d like to thank Luke and Taras for the contribution they made during their time with us and wish them all the very best for the future.”

14.2.2026

OLYMPIC TO MEET STIRLING IN NPL NIGHT SERIES FINAL

It will be a replay of the 2025 State League Cup Final, when Olympic Kingsway face Stirling Macedonia in the final of the 2026 New Balance NPL WA Men's Night Series at Macedonia Park next Saturday evening, after both won tight semi-finals at Dorrien Gardens on Saturday evening. In the early game Olympic came from behind to beat Perth Glory 2-1. “It was a hard-fought game, and Glory had a lot of the ball and after going 1-0 down we reacted very well and got some control in the game,” Olympic striker Liam Boland said. “We left it late but what a goal from Younes to take us into the final.”

It was a tight first half with both sides having their chances, but it was Glory, who found the opener just before the hour mark. Tadiswa Shaun Mutyavaviri made space down the left, and cut inside his marker and fired low past Adrian Sinagra from a tight angle, despite and attempted goal line clearance. But with 20 minutes to play the Green Machine levelled, Aryn Willaims getting on the end of a cross from Mitch Oxborrow, and finishing well.

It looked like that would be final score, but in the final minute David Tough’s side won it. Substitute Younes Sow was picked out just outside the penalty area and his shot flew past Ryan Warner, and what a time to score your first goal in senior football, with an absolute peach into the top corner. Olympic make emends for their semi-final defeat against Stirling in last season competition, while it’s a second consecutive loss at this stage for Glory.

It was also tight game in the late semi-final, with Stirling Macedonia, with Aston Montgomery’s goal securing a 1-0 win against Perth RedStar. “I thought we were very good and organised for 90 minutes and we deserved the win,” Stirling coach Ago Mujic said. “To be honest we probably could have added a couple more goals, but we are very happy with our third clean sheet in row now and that’s something what is very pleasing to see.” The only goal of the game came after only ten minutes, Euan Cameron played short corner with Sam Wynne, which drew out couple defenders out of the box, and Kade Fearnall’s cross to the back post was finished by Montgomery, to set up the final against Olympic next week. (7:15pm)

14.2.2026

GLORY BACK IN THE WINNERS CIRCLE

Perth Glory have ended their four-game Ninja A-League winless streak, after a hard fought 1-0 Victory against Canberra United in the week 17 clash at the Sam Kerr Football Centre on Saturday evening, thanks to a Hayley Taylor-Young own-goal eleven minutes from time. It the first goal scored by Glory in their last three games, and it moved from to within one point of sixth-placed Melbourne Victory, as they fight for a finals spot. Meanwhile, the defeat will be particularly disappointing for Canberra given that a victory would have seen them go top of the table.

“I’m pretty relieved to be honest, it was a hard battle out there for large parts of the game, so it’s nice to come away with three points, I think we need it,” Glory skipper Isobel Dalton said post-match. “Every time we play here (Sam Kerr Football Centre), we put on a performance, it’s something about this facility that gets us going, so it’s nice to get the win and it gives us some momentum going a stretch of away games as well. It’s put us in contention for the top six, and we look forward to taking on the Jets next week.”

Glory head coach Stephen Peters made two changes to the side who were well beaten by Wellington Phoenix last week, for this crucial game, Ella Lincoln and Charli Wainwright replacing Natalie Tathem and Bronte Trew, who both dropped to the bench. The visitors arrived in good form, and sitting in third place on the table, but with consecutive away games to come, Glory needed a win in this one. It was a quiet opening, with chances few and far between for both sides.

The closest for the visitors was on 13 minutes, Bethany Gordon’s free kick was easily claimed by Teresa Morrissey. Glory’s best opportunity fell to Rola Badawiya moments later, the striker combined well with Lincoln before switching the ball slickly across her body but her curling effort was saved by former Glory keeper Sally James. It was a real cagey affair, with both sides cancelling each other out. Canberra did have one last chance before the break, but Hayley Taylor-Young curling shot was well over the top, and at half time it was scoreless.

Glory made a double change at the break, with Tathem and Sarah O’Donoghue replacing Lincoln and Julia Sardo, but it was Canberra who opened the second half well, but once again chances were at a minimum, the best falling to Gordon on the hour, after being picked out by Emma Hawkins, but she couldn’t keep her volley down. The best chance of the game went the way of the hosts eight minutes later, substitute O’Donoghue’s cross found Susan Phonsongkham, whose volley produced a spectacular reaction save from James. The Canberra custodian denied Phonsongkham again shortly after, after Canberra had failed to deal with a cross, but James got down well to push it around the post.

It looked like the only goal in this one would win it, and from the resulting corner, Glory found it. A curling corner from the left by Phonsongkham into a crowded penalty area deflected off Taylor-Young, on to the bar and in, much to the delight of the Glory faithful. The visitors pressed late looking for the equaliser, but Glory stood firm, the best opportunity fell Gordon in stoppage time, but she fired wide of the target. The Glory will travel to Newcastle next Saturday with a spot in the top six now firmly in their sights, while Canberra United will be back in the capital and aiming to regain their momentum against the struggling Western Sydney Wanderers in the final Ninja A-League round before the competition breaks for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup.

Perth Glory: GK Teresa MORRISSEY, 3 Emma TOVAR, 5 Grace JOHNSTON, 6 Tijan MCKENNA, 10 Susan PHONSONGKHAM (2 Mischa ANDERSON 90+1'), 17 Rola BADAWIYA (12 Bronte TREW 70'), 23 Isobel DALTON, 24 Julia SARDO (11 Natalie TATHEM 46'), 25 Ella LINCOLN (19 Sarah O’DONOGHUE 46'), 27 Charli WAINWRIGHT (8 Georgia CASSIDY 77'), 29 Onyinyechi ZOGG - Subs not used: RGK Jessica SKINNER

Canberra United: GK Sally JAMES, 3 Liz ANTON, 5 Jazmin WARDLOW (10 Mary STANIC-FLOODY 83'), 6 Josie AULICINO (25 Darcey MALONE 83'), 7 Emma HAWKINS (19 Sienna DALE 74'), 8 Sasha GROVE (13 Sofia CHRISTOPHERSON 61'), 12 Hayley TAYLOR-YOUNG, 23 Michelle HEYMAN, 32 Bethany GORDON, 33 Nanako SASAKI (11 Emma ROBERS 74') - Subs not used: RGK Coco MAJSTOROVIC - Attendance: 849 - Referee: Isabella MOSSIN

13.2.2026

LEAGUE LEADERS TOO STRONG FOR GLORY

Perth Glory had no answers for a rampant Newcastle Jets at HBF Park on Friday evening, the Isuzu Ute A-League leaders cruising to a 3-1 win in the week 17 clash. Lachlan Bayliss’ curling effort early gave the visitors the lead at the break, and Lachlan Rose added a second early in the second half. Glory defender Brian Kaltak was then sent off for hauling down substitute Ben Gibson. Xavier Bertoncello added a deserved third for Mark Milligan’s side, although Stefan Colakovski did grab an injury-time consolation for the hosts.

“In my opinion, I felt the game was very evenly balanced for majority of the first half. I felt like there wasn’t that many chances in it, it was very tight,” Glory head coach Adam Griffiths said post-match. “We didn’t give them that much. If anything, I thought we edged in terms of chance creation, but then we conceded from the set-piece, which, when you concede goals, you lose confidence, and then momentum shifts. We conceded straight after the half-time break. And then momentum shifted again, and the confidence dropped.”

Griffiths made two changes to the side that drew against Macarthur last week, with Nicholas Pennington and Tom Lawrence out injured, with new signing Luca Tevere coming straight into the side, along with Jaiden Kucharski, while Lachie Wales was also missing with injury, and Luke Amos leaving the club to join K League 2 side Paju Frontier, it left the midfield a little short of experience. Glory did make a bright start and went close after only two minutes, Sam Sutton cutting in from the left, but his curling effort flashed wide.

The Jets, who arrived in Perth on a six-game winning streak, then took control, and a great last-ditch tackle from Scott Wootton denied the dangerous Rose on the quarter hour mark. But from the resulting short corner, the Jets found the opener, and what a goal it was. The ball came to Bayliss just outside the penalty area, and he had plenty of time to set himself and curl home superbly past Matt Sutton. Glory looked to hit back immediately but Will Freney could only fire straight at James Delianov.

The visitors were dominating possession, and Glory were hanging on, but they held firm and went close to an equaliser late, Freney’s ball into the box deflected off Joe Shaughnessy, leaving Delianov standard, but luckily for the Jets custodian, the ball landed on the top of the net. The Jets also went close to a second in stoppage time, a quick break down the left by the lively Clayton Taylor, saw his cross pick out Eli Adams, whose goalward shot was deflected wide by the overworked Wootton, but at the break the Jets held the upper hand.

Glory needed a good start after the break, but it was the visitors who doubled their lead in the opening minute. Another short corner was worked into Bayliss, who raced into the box and squared the ball to Rose, who fired home from close-range. Glory went to the bench with Trent Ostler and Stefan Colakovski coming on, and the latter almost had an immediate impact, racing in behind the Jets defence, who were looking for the offside flag, that never came, but Delianov stood tall to save. Moments later Freney tried his luck from distance, but it was straight at the Jets custodian.

It was a good period for the hosts, especially after conceding so early in the second half, but unfortunately it went from bad to worse for Glory, when they were reduced to ten men on 67 minutes. Kaltak gave the ball away in the middle of the park, and Adams pounced on the ball and sent Gibson racing away, but Kaltak brought him down and referee Lachlan Keevers had no other decision than to send the Glory defender off, showing a straight red card. The Jets went in for the kill, and Gibson fired wide, after a neat through ball from Max Burgess, and nine minutes from time they did find a third.

Another quick break down the right by Kota Mizunuma exploited a tiring Glory backline, and his low cross picked out fellow substitute Bertoncello, who finished with aplomb past Sutton. To Glory’s credit, they continued to press, and Sam Sutton’s free kick was well saved by Delianov, and in stoppage time they did find a consolation goal. A diagonal ball from Wootton found Ostler on the left, his deep cross was headed back across goal by Charbel Shamoon, and Colakovski made no mistake. But it was too little, too late, the defeat leaves Glory in ninth spot on the table, but still only three points outside the top six, while the Jets move five points clear at the top.

Perth Glory: GK Matt SUTTON, 2 Charbel SHAMOON, 3 Sam SUTTON, 4 Scott WOOTTON, 9 Jaiden KUCHARSKI (67 Stefan COLAKOVSKI 54'), 18 Luca TEVERE (15 Zach LISOLAJSKI 69'), 22 Adam TAGGART, (16 Gabriel POPOVIC 82'), 25 Seb DESPOTOVSKI (20 Trent OSTLER 54'), 27 Will FRENEY, 39 Gio DE ABREU (8 Callum TIMMINS 82'), 45 Brian KALTAK – Subs not used: RGK Mark BIRIGHITTI, 24 Andriano LEBIB - Red Cards: KALTAK 67’

Newcastle Jets: GK James DELIANOV, 5 Joe SHAUGHNESSY, 7 Eli ADAMS (18 Kota MIZUNUMA 78'), 8 Lachlan BAYLISS (24 Alexandro NUNES 87'), 9 Lachlan ROSE (41 Lucas SCICLUNA 66'), 13 Clayton TAYLOR (43 Xavier BERTONCELLO 78') 14 Max BURGESS, 22 Joel BERTOLISSIO, 23 Daniel WILMERING, 28 Will DOBSON (11 Ben GIBSON 66'), 33 Mark NATTA - Subs not used: RGK Alex NASSIEP, 42 Max COOPER - Attendance: 7,177 - Referee: Lachlan KEEVERS

13.2.2026

AMOS LEAVES PERTH GLORY FOR K LEAGUEA

English midfielder Luke Amos has left A-League side Perth Glory and signed for K League 2 club Paju Frontier, who are preparing for the new 2026 season. Amos, a former England U-18 national, and who signed for the Tottenham Hotspur Academy in 2006, spent 14 years at the north London club, and had loan spells at Southend United, Stevenage and Queens Park Rangers. The midfielder moved to Loftus Road on a permanent bases in 2020, and played over 50 games for the Hoops, before heading to Hibernian in the Scottish Premier League.

He headed down under in 2025, and played 11 games for Glory, but injury curtailed his starts in the west, and he has moved on and is looking forward to the new challenge. "I am delighted to come to Korea, and after hearing Paju Frontier FC's clear vision and goals, I decided to make the transfer,” he said. “I will contribute to the team's successful establishment in K League 2 with tenacious play.”

Hwang Bo-kwan, the team's director, said Amos is a great signing for the club, "Luke Amos is a proven asset who experienced high-level football through Tottenham and QPR," he said, "His diligence and excellent game-coordinating abilities will elevate the team's midfield competitiveness to the next level." Amos has completed all medical tests and joining procedures, immediately joined the team's training sessions. He is scheduled to greet fans for the first time at the founding ceremony and departure ceremony, set to take place at the Paju Civic Centre on February 21st.

13.2.2026

COYNE HEADS HUME TO AUSTRALIA

Former Perth Glory youngster Aidan Coyne has headed back to Australia, signing for Hume City FC in the NPL Victoria, after his contract at English Championship club Watford wasn’t renewed in May. The talented 21-year-old played for the Hornets under 21’s side, and also had loan spells at Maidenhead United and St Albans City, but he’s looking forward to get back to playing under Coach Nick Hegarty.

“One of my main reasons for signing for Hume City was my conversations with Hegs (Nick Hegarty) about what he’s trying to deliver at the club through the standards and professionalism,” the defender said. “I really enjoyed what Hegs had to say in those conversations and the direction he’s taking with the club. What excites me the most for this season’s just playing football again. My last contract ended in May last year, so it’s been a while since I last played and it’ll be exciting to get on the park again. My aims are to start as much as possible and help the team win silverware.”

The defender, who is the son of former Socceroo Chris Coyne, was a star in the Glory NPL side, and went on to make seven A-League appearances for Glory in season 2021-22, before heading over to the UK with the Watford Academy in November 2022 on a deal until the conclusion of the 2022/23 campaign, with an option to extend a further year. In July 2023, the one-year option was exercised, and he was then offered a new deal in May, but he was released by Watford at the end of the 2024-25 season.

Hegarty is excited by the energy and spark Coyne will bring to the team this season. “We are really pleased to get Aidan completed,” the coach said. “He was with us for 10 days before Christmas and really increased the intensity of all around him and really gave us a spark. Aidan had a few opportunities to look into as all talented young footballers have and we were there to support him throughout it all. We are excited to have him with us full time now, his attitude to work, win and learn is infectious and we look forward to helping him fine tune his game throughout the year.” Hume City FC will begin its 2026 NPL Victoria season at Nasiol Stadium against the Altona Magic tonight (13 February.)

13.2.2026

NEW BALANCE NPLWA NIGHT SERIES - SEMI FINAL PREVIEW

A place in the New Balance NPL-WA - Men’s Night Series Final is up for grabs on Saturday, with both semifinals to be played at Dorrien Gardens. In the early game Group C winners Olympic Kingsway take on Group B winners Perth Glory (6:00pm) The Green Machine went through the group stage unbeaten, with a fully fit Liam Boland and new signing Robert Harker on fire bagging seven goals between them. “We are expecting a difficult game on Saturday,” Olympic coach David Tough said. “Joe Heath has done a very good job and Perth Glory have a very talented squad, particularly with some players who have A League experience. We have been focusing on building fitness and helping our new players settle into how we want to play. We will prepare as well as we can and give everything to try and reach another final.”

Glory drew their final game against Perth Azzurri to edge them out, with Louis Sollitt on target, and a late Gabriel Popovic goal earned the point to send them through. Joe Heath’s young side have continued to Impress, so with both sides in good form this should be a great game. Heath said his young chargers are relishing the challenge against the experienced Olympic side. “I'm sure all the players will be excited for Saturday night, with the chance of progressing to a final, it would be nice to go one step further than last year,” he said. “That being said with the new format of night series it was important for us to get through for the two extra games that will lead into the season nicely. Night series allows us to expose our young lads to playing against men and present new challenges, especially the players that have progressed from playing U23 last season. Our games against Kingsway are always high tempo and we expect no different on Saturday night.”

In the second semifinal, Group A winners Perth RedStar meet Stirling Macedonia, who sealed runners up spot in Group C to qualify. (8:30pm) Callum Salmon’s RedStar bounced back from their only defeat in group stage against Bayswater City, and sealed top spot with a 3-1 win against Fremantle City in the final game. A hat trick from new recruit Gordon Smith saw them top the group, with Dennis Galan and Blair Govan solid at the back, and this week they get keeper Liam Reddy back for the game, after he was sent off against Bayswater. “Looking forward to the game. It’s always a tough game against Stirling and it’s a good test to have at this time of the year,” Blair explained. “We will just be looking to build on a decent performance last week and keep getting competitive minutes in the legs is a big bonus heading to towards the start of the season.”

Stirling’s only defeat in group stage was a narrow 4-3 loss against Olympic in the opener, but back-to-back wins against Balcatta Etna and Sorrento, with goals from Danny Douglas, Aston Montgomery, Sam Wynne and Callum McKenzie, sealed their place in the knock out stage, and coach Ago Mujic said the game against RedStar should be a great game. “It’s good to be in another semifinal which gives us another two games for preseason for sure (final/3rd) and to build for round one,” he explained. “But on another note, the boys have been brilliant all preseason and we are in good spot after losing seven players from last season’s squad. They have been working hard and everyone start understanding how we want to play in 2026 and last three games we played different 11 every time and we performed well in all the games which is very pleasing for us coaches. This Saturday won’t be any different, as we will prepare and go out there to compete against RedStar and I’m sure will be great game of football.”

13.2.2026

STATE LEAGUE NIGHT SERIES – WEEK THREE PREVIEW

We head into the final group stage games this weekend in the State League Night Series, and all but one of the eight places are to be confirmed for the knock out stage, only Mandurah City are certain to qualify from Group E, but it’s all to play for in the rest. In Group A at Luxwin Stadium, Hartfield Park on Saturday evening, UWA Nedlands lead the way, one point clear on the table, and they take on Wembley Downs, who need a win to keep their chances alive, in the early game at the venue.

UWA defender Jacon Turner said they are focused heading into the game. “Saturday’s final group stage game against Wembley Downs is a big one for us. The lads are really starting to gel together, and we're beginning to click on the field. It’s been great to see the squad come together over the last few weeks, and with a few more boys returning, we’re definitely strengthening our depth,” he said. “The team is excited and fully focused for the weekend. We know a win will secure our spot in the next round, and that’s the goal.” In the late game Forrestfield United host Quinns. Both sides will be hoping UWA slip up in early game, and a win will see either side qualify.

Also on Saturday, the Group B games will be played at the Ashfield Arena. Kingsley Westside sit on top of the table, and a win against hosts Ashfield in the late game will see them qualify. “We’re looking forward to the contest on Saturday and the opportunity to get another competitive 90 minutes in the tank. We’ve been impressed with how Ashfield have played so far in the group games, so it’ll be another good test,” Kingsley assistant coach Jason Stern said. “Our lads have had a solid start to pre-season - the attitude and culture have been first class - but we know we have a couple of levels to grow as we approach the start of the season.” In the late game Gosnells City take on Gwelup Croatia, who will be both be in the mix for a runners-up place with a win.

In Group C Rockingham City sit top of the table, and they only need a point to secure top spot when they host Cockburn City, who need to win, and hope to score plenty of goals to overtake the hosts, in the late game at Endeavour Homes Stadium - Larkhill Sportsplex. New Rockingham midfielder Tom Kennedy said they are looking to build on their opening two games. “We've had two solid runouts and good results, while getting minutes into majority of the squad which is the main thing for preseason,” the former Gosnells City player explained. “We know Cockburn will be up for it Sunday night and are expecting a tough encounter, but go into the game looking for another win and to finish on top of the group.” In the early game Murdoch University Melville, who need a win to keep their hopes alive, take on Canning City, who are still looking for their first point.

It's tight in Group D, with only one point separating the top three sides. Floreat Athena are level on points with Balga, and they take on North Beach in the late game at Wanneroo Reserve on Sunday. New keeper Devon Lindemann said the new look squad is gelling well. “Sunday’s a great opportunity for us. We know what’s on the line, but the focus is on putting in a strong performance and building on what we’ve done so far,” he said. “The group is in a positive space, and we’re excited for the challenge against North Beach.” In the early game at the venue, Subiaco take on Balga. Balga know a win will all but move them through, whatever happened in the late game, but Subiaco need a win and hope Floreat don’t beat North Beach to top the group, so it sets up a huge night at Wanneroo Reserve.

In Group E, Mandurah City sealed their place in the next phase after back-to-back wins, and they will look to make it three from three when they take on Morley Windmills in the early game at Ashfield Arena on Sunday. Morley could still progress as a highest runner-up, and after two draws, new recruit Brannan Borzecki said it’s their biggest test so far, but one they are looking forward to. “Looking at their results and considering they haven’t conceded yet we are looking at our toughest test,’ the former Swan United striker said. “As a newly promoted side with a lot of different faces we are still getting used to each other’s play styles and the coaching fundamentals. To get a win and a spot in the finals would mean a lot to the club to show that we are pushing to be a threat in the league. In the late game at the venue Curtin University take on Kalamunda City.

Finally in Group F, all teams can still progress, but it’s Inglewood United who top the table, one point clear, and a win against East Perth in the late game at Proto DPS Inglewood Stadium Saturday will see them qualify, but a win for East Perth will see them go through. United defender Ciaran Salinger said the new group are improving with each game. “We’re just looking forward to getting minutes in the legs and getting used to a very new group of boys and style of play,” he said. “We weren’t overall happy with our output last week in front of goal, so hopefully we can build on the last two performances and start to capitalise on the chances we’ve been creating.” In the early game in the group, Joondalup City who sit one point behind the top two, will be hoping results go their way, and win against Carramar Shamrock Rovers will see them qualify.

13.2.2026

GLORY AIM TO TAKE DOWN THE JETS

Perth Glory will look to get the better of another Isuzu Ute A-League leader on home soil, when they entertain the in-form Newcastle Jets at HBF Park on Friday evening. (6:45pm) Last time at home they knocked off the then leaders Auckland FC 2-1, with a brace from Jaiden Kucharski, and Head Coach Adam Griffiths wants his team to also build on the gritty draw against Macarthur last week. Friday’s visitors sit two points clear at the top, and are on a six-game winning streak, and have been scoring goals for fun. They have not lost on any of their last five visits to the venue, but I’m sure Glory will be out to change that, so it should be an entertaining game.

Glory beat the Jets for Griffiths’ first win as coach at the club, and the coach, who made over 60 appearances in his two spells at the Jets as a player, is expecting his former team, under the tutelage of former Socceroo Mark Milligan, to pose plenty of threats in Friday’s blockbuster. “I knew from the moment that we played them earlier in the season that they are one of the best teams in the league, and now that form has started to come consistent.” he said. “They’re on top of the ladder for a reason, so it’s going to be our biggest challenge of the season and we’re looking forward to embracing that.

“Mark [Milligan] has been able to bring in some quality players in addition to what they already had. He’s brought it more [number] ten-type players, so they have tens all over the park and I rate that. It’s going to be a real challenge for us as the home team to bring the game to them and also control those moments. It’s going to be a great game and a really exciting one for us.”

The last time the Jets flew to Perth was in week eight last season, when the hosts put in dismal display, the visitors running away with a 4-0 win in front of 5,459 supporters at HBF Park. It continued the poor start to the season, and still searching for a first win, they found themselves 0-3 down at half time, with goals from Thomas Aquilina, Lachlan Bayliss and Ben Gibson. Glory needed a good start to the second half, but conceded a fourth in the first minute, with Gibson adding his second to wrap a convincing win for the Jets.

Glory left it late last week to earn a deserved point against Macarthur, with Stefan Colakovski scoring his first gaol on his return to the club, but Griffiths was disappointed they didn’t leave with all three points after leading early. “We were happy that we got the one point in the end, but the mentality of the group needs to know that that isn’t good enough and we need to keep pushing,” he said. “There were a few issues that we addressed this week. If we’re going to be an elite team, a team at the top, we need to run that game out 1-0 or 2-0.” In team news, skipper Adam Taggart returns after a glute injury saw him miss last weeks draw. But Tom Lawrence (Plantar Fasciitis) and Jaiden Kucharski, who was hammered by Filip Kurto in the lead up to last week’s equaliser, are in doubt, but Griffiths said the pair will be monitored.

Perth Glory Squad: GK Matt SUTTON, GK Mark BIRIGHITTI, 2 Charbel SHAMOON, 3 Sam SUTTON, 4 Scott WOOTTON, 7 Nicholas PENNINGTON, 8 Callum TIMMINS, 9 Jaiden KUCHARSKI, 11 Lachlan WALES, 15 Zach LISOLAJSKI, 17 Arion SULEMANI, 18 Luca TEVERE, 20 Trent OSTLER, 22 Adam TAGGART, 25 Seb DESPOTOVSKI, 27 Will FRENEY, 34 Tom LAWRENCE, 39 Gio DE ABREU, 45 Brian KALTAK, 67 Stefan COLAKOVSKI - *Two to be omitted* - Ins: TEVERE, TAGGART - Unavailable: GK Cameron COOK, 6.Brandon O’NEILL, 31 Joel ANASMO (All Injured)

Newcastle Jets squad: GK ?James DELIANOV, GK Alex NASSIEP, 5 Joe SHAUGHNESSY, 7 Eli ADAMS, 8 Lachlan BAYLISS, 9 Lachlan ROSE, 11 Ben GIBSON, 13 Clayton TAYLOR, 14 Max BURGESS, 18 Kota MIZUNUMA, 22 Joel BERTOLISSIO, 23 Daniel WILMERING, 24 Alexandro NUNES, 28 Will DOBSON, 33 Mark NATTA, 37 Oliver COCKLE, 39 Thomas AQUILINA, 41 Lucas SCICLUNA, 42 Max COOPER, 43 Xavier BERTONCELLO Unavailable: GK Noah JAMES, 10 Zach CLOUGH, 17 Kosta GROZOS, 19 Alexander BADOLATO, 25 Oscar FRYER, 34 Meliwethu NKOMO, 40 Jordan BAYLIS, 44 Ben VAN DORSSEN, 45 Christian BRACCO

13.2.2026

COLAKOVSKI BACK AND ENJOYING HIS FOOTBALL

It’s been a year to forget for the returning Perth Glory winger Stefan Colakovski. The 25-year-old left Glory in 2024, hoping for a contract overseas, but unfortunately it fell through, and he headed over the ditch to Wellington Phoenix looking to get his football career back on track. But tragedy struck after only six games, after he injured his knee, which took him out of the game. He left the Phoenix and returned to Perth to continue his rehabilitation, and after impressing head coach Adam Griffins, training with Glory, he was signed in the January transfer window.

He is happy to be back in the west and enjoying his football again, but he did have some fears before his first game back against the Wanderers in week 14. “My first game back after such a long time out was a mental hurdle for me, but a lot of people here, know me I back myself,” he explained. “Now I’ve had more games it doesn’t even feel like I’ve been out with the injury, I feel very good physically and I’m building each week. I played 45 minutes against Auckland, and I trust the coaching staff to build me up as they see fit.”

Colakovski bagged his first goal since his return to the club in last week’s 2-2 draw at Macarthur FC and he said it was great to get back on the scoreboard, but he was disappointed not to come home with all three points. “A top feeling for me, but it would have been better if we got the win,” he said. “Any striker at a new club would tell you it’s always nice to score, so it was nice to get one so early. Being 1-0 up we would have loved to come home with a win and grind out the three points, but that’s not how football works. So, to come back late to claim a point it’s better than nothing, as every point count in the season, so we now have to build.”

Colakovski said they have turned their attention to league leaders Newcastle Jets in Friday’s blockbuster at HBF Park, and he said it been a tough three weeks, with games against three of the top four sides in recent weeks. “This will be third tough game, back-to-back, but you look at the A-League table and every game is tough and, on their day, everyone can beat everyone,” he explained. “The Jets are a good team, and like us like to keep the ball, but we have some good players, and we know it’s not going to be easy, buts just about getting the balance right, as every game is different. After Friday’s game we have four games on the road, and we know that’s going to be tough. Recovery is important on the road especially with the long travel. Although that’s not an excuse, recovery is vital, but we head into every game, home and away looking for three points.”

13.2.2026

GLORY TAKE ON THEIR NEMESIS IN WEEK 17

Perth Glory will look to get their Ninja A-League finals push back on track when they host third placed Canberra United at Sam Kerr Fotball Centre in week 17 on Saturday evening. (5:00pm) Stephen Peters’ side are coming off a disappointing loss in Wellington last week, and last time they met Canberra in week four, they were well beaten by a physical United side, and the Head Coach will be hoping his team are up for the fight this time around. The visitors, who are the nemesis of Glory, are on a three-game winning streak, the latest a 2-1 win against Sydney FC. It moved them seven points clear of Glory, who sit in eighth, which is only three points out of top six, so a win will be huge in this one.

Peters said they don’t have a good record against the team from the nation’s capital, but Saturday is the time to put that right. “I don’t know exactly the last time that Glory beat Canberra, but we don’t have a fantastic record against them and it’s quite a passionate game every time we play them,” he said. “They’ve had the wood on us… so we’ve got to lift, be ready and three points would be huge. Canberra is a huge contest for us and we’ve got to make sure we go out and show our personality in this game and not be afraid of [league] tables and the fact that we haven’t beaten Canberra for x amount of time.

“They completely rag-dolled us in that first game, and that was tough to take and it was a hard game for us, but we learned some valuable lessons there, not necessarily about football, but about fighting for the shirt and we’ve done that against other teams since. So hopefully we can showcase that we’ve grown since then and match them in that capacity and then hopefully it turns it into a football contest after that. But if we let Canberra steamroll us like we did last time, it’s going to be a very long afternoon for us.”

Glory skipper Izzy Dalton said last week’s performance was disappointing, but they have worked hard since to turn that around on Saturday. “It’s been a chance for us to reflect, obviously we didn’t put out our best performance, which was disappointing, but you look at the scoreline and where they are on the table, there is a lot of positives we took from the game,” Dalton said.

“We need to stick together as a team, and know we can create chances, find those combinations and be more of an attack threat going forward and minimising the chances in our back third also, which is costing us goals at the moment. But this happens in football, it’s not what we want, we want to be scoring more goals, but it’s about creating opportunities, our strikers need support, so collectively we need to be better and help each other out more.”

The last time Canberra headed west was in week 21 last season, and they left with all three points after a 2-1 win. Matildas striker Michelle Heyman gave them the lead early, and Mary Stanic-Floody added a second from the spot. Glory pulled one back on the hour, with Tijan McKenna scoring, but they couldn’t find an equaliser. Dalton, who along with her teammate Grace Johnston, played their 50th games for the club in Wellington last week, knows the challenge they face on Saturday, but said they are up for it. “We know Canberra are going to be a tough opposition, and they have done really well this season so far. They are a gritty side and it’s going to be a challenge for us, but we’re all up for it,” the skipper said.

“After the last performance players will be putting their right foot forward and look to make emends on what happened last time out. I love representing this city and the club, and ever since I got here, I quickly released I was going to love it here. Over the course of the three years, I’ve been here, I take a lot of pride in representing Perth, even though I’m not from here, it feels like home to me now, and to lead the girls out is a massive honour, and to hit 50 games is really nice.”

Peters said the finals positions look set to down to the wire, but he said it’s all about Saturday, and he’s not taking too much notice of the table with six games still to be played. “Once you start table watching, it becomes very difficult to control the controllables,” he said. “For us, we’ve just got to think about Canberra and trying to get three points at home. Then, all of a sudden, we’re on 20 points and we’re right there. It’s a very tight comp and you’ve just got to take your chances when they’re there.” In team news Georgia Cassidy returns from injury, while Clancy Westaway has also been added to the squad. ESTAWAY

Perth Glory Squad: GK Teresa MORRISSEY, GK Jessica SKINNER, 2 Mischa ANDERSON, 3 Emma TOVAR, 5 Grace JOHNSTON, 6 Tijan MCKENNA, 8 Georgia CASSIDY, 9 Gabby HOLLAR, 10 Susan PHONSONGKHAM, 11 Natalie TATHEM, 12 Bronte TREW, 17 Rola BADAWIYA, 19 Sarah O’DONOGHUE, 23 Isobel DALTON, 24 Julia SARDO, 25 Ella LINCOLN, 27 Charli WAINWRIGHT, 28 Clancy WESTAWAY, 29 Onyinyechi ZOGG - *Two to be omitted* - Ins: CASSIDY, WESTAWAY - Unavailable: 7 Megan WYNNE, 13 Naomi CHINNAMA, 20 Ella ABDUL MASSIH (All Injured)

Canberra United squad: GK Sally JAMES, GK Coco MAJSTOROVIC, 2 Alex McKENZIE, 3. Elizabeth ANTON, 5 Jazmin WARDLOW, 6 Josie AULICINO, 7 Emma HAWKINS, 8 Sasha GROVE, 10 Mary STANIC-FLOODY, 11 Emma ROBERS, 12 Hayley TAYLOR-YOUNG, 13 Sofia CHRISTOPHERSON, 19 Sienna DALE, 23 Michelle HEYMAN, 25 Darcey MALONE, 32 Bethany GORDON, 33 Nanako SASAKI, 44 Ava BRIEDIS - *One to be omitted*

10.2.2026

GLORY SNAP UP TALENTED MIDFIELDER

Perth Glory have acted quickly to replace the departed Rhys Bozinovski, who joined Dutch Eredivisie side Heracles Almelo last week, bringing in talented midfielder Luca Tevere from NPL Victoria side Preston Lions. The 23-year-old spent several years in the Melbourne City Academy, and the central midfielder emerged as one of the standout performers in the Victorian NPL, playing a key role in helping Avondale FC claim the 2025 Premiership title. He also scored four goals in the Australia Cup last year, including a brace in the semifinal loss to eventual winners Newcastle Jets.

He went on to star in the Australian Championship before completing a move to Preston Lions, but is now determined to take the next step in his career and establish himself at A-League level. “I’ve been waiting for an opportunity like this for a while, so it means the world to me,” he told the Perth Glory website. “I can’t wait to get on the training track and prove to everyone why I deserve to be here. I’ve been watching a few Glory games and the style of football that [Head Coach] Adam Griffiths likes to play is really attractive, and I think it suits my own playing style. Any contribution I can make to help the team get into the top six and make Finals will increase my chances of a longer-term deal, and I’ll be very happy with that.”

The Lions wished the midfielder all the best at Glory on their social media. “The club would like to congratulate Luca Tevere on his transfer to A-League side Perth Glory. Luca has maintained an outstanding level of professionalism throughout the pre-season, and this opportunity reflects his commitment and hard work. We are incredibly proud of you and look forward to the day you represent our great club again.”

Glory Football Director Stan Lazaridis is confident that Tevere will make an impact at the club. “Luca is someone we’ve been tracking for a while and we’re really pleased to have brought him in,” he said. “He plays mainly as a number eight, but is versatile and has a great engine. He’s also technically gifted, has an eye for goal and is really hungry in terms of making the most of this opportunity. With more than 100 NPL appearances under his belt, Luca’s not short of experience either, and we’re looking forward to seeing him provide another quality option in central midfield.”

9.2.2026

SEMI-FNALS SET FOR NEW BALANCE NPLWA NIGHT SERIES

Bayswater City missed the opportunity to seal a spot in the New Balance NPLWA – Men’s Night Series Semi-Finals after they were held to a 3-3 draw by Armadale in a six-goal thriller in Group A at Alfred Skeet Reserve on Friday evening. The hosts made a perfect start, with Jai Rowling scoring on three minutes, and five minutes later Hamish van Dieken doubled their advantage from the spot. Sean McManus pulled one back for Bayswater on 18 minutes, but the hosts went into the break 3-1, with Corey Sutherland adding the third. Bayswater were back in the game four minutes into the second half, with Charlie Burden scoring, and they salvaged a point four minutes from time with former Armadale striker Chris Jackson scoring.

It was Armadale’s first point in the competition, and coach John Baird was pleased with the performance. “I was pleased with last night. There are still areas for improvement, but we got the response we were looking for and the boys put in a strong performance against last season’s champions,” he said. “Across the six games we’ve faced three of the top four teams from last season, which I always knew would be difficult, but they’ve been very good tests for us. Of course, we wanted to stay in the competition longer, but this now gives us valuable time to prepare properly for the first game of the season.”

In the other game at the venue on Friday, Western Knights secured their first win, after a 2-0 win against Dianella White Eagles in Group B. “It was nice to get our first win in the night series against a determined Dianella side, as I thought we have played well in our earlier games without getting a result,” Knights assistant coach Carl Medica said. “So, pleased to come away with a clean sheet, as we have been working hard on our defensive structure. We created many chances in the first half to extend our lead but lacked a little polish and composure when needed, and although Dianella came out strong in the second half, we defended well as a team and weathered the storm.” The Knights hit the front on 11 minutes, with new signing Aaron Pike scoring with a well-timed strike. They sealed the win 16 minutes from time, with a well worked goal, finished nicely by Manase Abendelwa.

Perth Glory have secured a place in the Semi-Final, after a 2-2 draw against Perth Azzurri at Percy Doyle Reserve on Saturday evening, which saw them top Group B and knock the Azzurri out. “Very sloppy performance from us in possession, I can never fault the lads work rate and effort but we were not good enough in possession,” Glory Head Coach Joe Heath explained. “That being said, I thought Perth Azzurri played very well and credit to them, stopped us from playing. Overall, I was happy the lads stayed in the game and the substitutes again, came on and made a difference.

“There weren’t many positives for us to take from the game, but young Daniel Brown making his debut for NPL at 15 years old was great to see. I thought he did well and did not look out of place against men.” Glory found the opener on 24 minutes with Louis Sollitt scoring, but Kenny Lowe’s side levelled three minutes before the break with new signing Pieter Jacobsz scoring his first goal for the club. Then Michael Scafetta was on target, as Azzurri hit the front ten minutes into the second half, and that result would have seen them progress, but a strike from Gabriel Popovic restoring parity for Glory, and that was enough to seal top spot.

Stirling Macedonia have booked their place in the semi-final as the highest runners-up, after a 4-0 win against hosts Sorrento in the Group C clash at Percy Doyle Reserve on Saturday evening, with goals from Danny Douglas, Aston Montgomery, Sam Wynne and Callum McKenzie. “I thought we controlled the game for 90 minutes, but most important thing for me is kept clean sheet now two weeks in the row,” Stirling coach Ago Mujic said. “Very pleased with performance, but still things to work on and be ready for round one in a few weeks.”

It meant the final two spot in the semi-finals was decided on Sunday at the Home Group Stadium, Grindleford Reserve, and in Group A, a hat trick from Perth RedStar new signing Gordon Smith secured top spot with a 3-1 win against Fremantle City. The Scottish striker opened the scoring in the final minute of the first half, but Fremantle hit back in stoppage time with Nick Ambrogio on target. Smith regained the lead for Callum Salmon’s side 17 minutes from time, before he completed his hat trick late on. “A great team performance from the boys, especially the young boys who came in and gave a good account of themselves,” Smith said. “We knew a win would be enough to progress after other results, so we were fully focused and prepared. We now look forward to the semifinal on Saturday, which will give us another good, tough competitive game in preparation for the season ahead.”

Meanwhile in the late game in Group C, Olympic Kingsway secured top spot after a hard fought 2-1 win against the hosts Balcatta Etna. Both sides need a win to seal a semi-final spot, and it was Olympic who found the opener after only three minutes, Joe Hobson on target. But eight minutes before the break the hosts levelled through Darius Ghinea. But David Tough’s side found the winner on the hour mark, with Liam Boland scoring, and they will join group winners Perth Glory and Perth RedStar, with Stirling Macedonia the highest runner-up. So the semi-finals are locked in at Dorrien Gardens this Saturday, in the early game Olympic Kingsway take on Perth Glory (6pm), while in the late game it’s Perth RedStar against Stirling Macedonia (8.15pm) The final is at Macedonia Park on Saturday 21 February.

9.2.2026

STATE LEAGUE NIGHT SERIES – WEEK TWO REVIEW

It was week two of the State League Night Series, and in Group A on Friday evening at Luxwin Stadium, Hartfield Park, Quinns and Wembley Downs shared the points after a 1-1 draw. Wembley skipper Josh Chalmers opened the scoring on 72 minutes, but Quinns found the equaliser eight minutes later, with striker Chad Samuels on target. “It was a typical preseason game really, and it lacked a bit of quality,” Wembley coach Luke Thompson said. “But we showed improvements in certain areas and great to see the lads respond and really compete and scrap and take on the feedback we gave them after Tuesday night.” In the late game at the venue, UWA Nedlands moved to the top of the group with Dean Hurley bagging a first half brace to seal a 2-0 win against hosts Forrestfield United. “It was a good 90 minutes for the squad. Everyone performed very well, we were a lot more patient in possession and organised as a unit,” UWA coach Kris Donnell explained. “I’m delighted with all the boy’s attitude they are a great group.”

In Group B on Saturday evening the points were shared between Gosnells City and Kingsley Westside in a scoreless draw in the early game at Ashfield Arena. “Great effort from the lads who despite the hot conditions fought for 90 minutes against tough opposition,” Gosnells coach Peter Allen said. “Happy how we’re tracking as we build for start of season in 5-6 weeks.” Meanwhile Gwelup Croatia came from behind to beat hosts Ashfield 4-2 in the late game. Gwelup were ahead on 25 minutes, with Léandre De Oliveira on target, but two quick goals from Michael Mwingira gave the hosts a 2-1 lead at the break. It looked like they would hold on to their lead but a late brace from Robert Ferrante and another from Jacob Rossi sealed the win and the hosts then had keeper Preston Gilling sent off. “Great late comeback to show some true grit at this early stage of the season,” Gwelup coach Basil Lenzo said. “We need to take the opportunities and stop giving silly goals away, but that’s preseason football.”

In Group C at Endeavour Homes Stadium, Larkhill Sportsplex, Cockburn City have bounced back from their week one defeat, with a 4-2 win against Canning City in the early game. “We were happy with the win and scoring four goals is always pleasing,” Cockburn assistant coach Paulo Basto said. “But there are still areas we can tidy up defensively, the attacking intent was encouraging, however we still need to improve on our overall quality of play. We move on to the next game against Rocky and hope get a positive result.” Rory McGrath gave the Cockerels the lead early, and an own goal made it 2-0 at the break. Sebastian Da Silva added a third early in the second half, before the returning Daniel Robinson made it 4-0 just after the hour. Canning scored two late consolation goals, with Seydou Bayal and Patrick Shorthall on target.

In the late game Rockingham City made it back-to-back wins after a come from behind 3-2 win against Murdoch University Melville. “It was another strong performance from the team and another important hit out in our pre-season preparations,” Rockingham coach Matthew Brookes said. “I thought we showed some great character in the performance coming from 2-0 down to win 3-2 which is a credit to the character of this group.” MUMFC were in control of the game with Eddie Wynne-Willson bagging a goal in each half, but the comeback was on when William Hayes pulled on back on the hour, and Mitchel Foley levelled shortly after. The points looked like they would be shared, but in the final minute Shaun Mukwevho won it for the hosts.

In Group D on Sunday evening Subiaco bounced back from their opening week loss against Floreat Athena, to beat North Beach 6-0 in the early game at Wanneroo Reserve. They lead 3-0 at the break, with goals from Michael Mejia, Farruh Mavlonov and Tomas Despotovski. Ivan Skorich added a fourth early in the second half, and further goals from Mejia and Skorich completed the scoring. In the late game at the venue a ten-man Floreat Athena have drawn 0-0 against Balga. Floreat midfielder Declan Hargreaves was shown two quick yellow cards just before half time, but they held on to claim a point, with Balga joining them level on four points. Floreat had a number of chances early, but failed to take them, before Jose Zuniga’s corner was cleared off the line at the other end. After the sending off it was Balga who got on top in the second half. First Martin Gorong’s shot flashed inches wide, before Jose Zuniga’s shot hit the inside of the post, but it ended goalless.

“Floreat was the expected favourite and started the first 15 minutes very powerful and attacking. But we defended with great discipline and our goalkeeper did his job,” Balga coach Gerhard Janssen explained. “After the first storm we started going forward and created chances, but the momentum shifted when Floreat's captain was sent off. Now, we took over and played forward without creating clear chances in the first half. The second half was dominated by us, but we couldn’t score. But Floreat is a brilliant team and was even with 10 man always dangerous, so that the 0:0 was extremely entertaining and a fair result. Looking forward - we want to finish the group phase against Subiaco next weekend with a victory and then we will see where seven points in the group can lead us”.

In Group E on Saturday, Mandurah City made it back-to-back wins after a 2-0 victory against Kalamunda City at Edinburgh Oval-Green Promo Park. Jordy Callaghan gave the Dolphins the lead just after half time, before Joe O’Brien secured the win six minutes from time. “A pleasing result and team performance in the end,” Mandurah coach Zak Headington said. “Our group is coming along week by week and backing it up by winning back-to-back games will give us confidence, we look forward to our final group game against Morley.” In the late game at the venue Curtin University and Morley Windmills shared the spoils after a 2-2 draw.

Finally in Group F, Joondalup City bounced back from defeat in the opening week, after a 2-0 win against East Perth in the early game at Proto DPS Inglewood Stadium on Saturday evening. Louis Hadfield opened the scoring early in the second half, and he added his second on the hour to seal the result. “Another good run out for preseason,” Joondalup coach Guy McDonald said. “Nice to control the ball for the majority of the game and get three points which will give the boys confidence to build on and keep improving. We want to make sure we gel more, with the end goal being ready for round one of the season.” In the late game at the venue the points were shared with hosts Inglewood United and Carramar shamrock Rover fighting out a scoreless draw.

6.2.2026

COLAKOVSKI EARNS A POINT LATE FOR GLORY

A goal in stoppage time from substitute Stefan Colakovski has earned Perth Glory a 2-2 draw against Macarthur FC at Campbelltown Sports Stadium on Friday evening. Nicholas Pennington gave Glory the lead before the break, but the hosts responded in the second half and goals from Socceroo striker Mitch Duke and Callum Talbot in the space of 12 minutes looked to have turned the game in the hosts’ favour. But Glory’s never say die attitude was in full show and they earned a point with Colakovski firing home in the first half of stoppage time.

“It thought first half we performed quite strongly, and had a lot of good moments, but broke down in the final third,” Glory head coach Adam Griffiths said post-match. “The last 30 minutes, we lacked energy in wide areas and allowed them to get crosses and shots in, which was a little disappointing from my end, and we have to be better in those areas. We need to be brave on the ball, and control the game, and we didn’t do that. But in the end, we got a point with the bravery we showed late, we kept fighting and that was the best take-away from the game.”

Glory made three changers to the side that beat Auckland last week, with Adam Taggart out injured, replaced by Arion Sulemani, Gio De Abreu came in for the departed Rhys Bozinovski, while Trent Ostler dropped to the bench for Seb Despotovski. The hosts went close early, with Brian Kaltak almost turning the ball into his own net from Sime Gazan’s low cross, before Tom Lawrence’s free kick was saved low by Filip Kurto moments later. It was the visitors on top, and Sam Sutton ‘s long run ended with a shot, which was straight at Kurto.

Then on 36 minutes, Glory’s dominance was rewarded with the opener. Will Freney’s ball into the box was only cleared as far as De Abreu just outside the penalty area, his header back into the box found Pennington, who’s snap shot was fumbled into the net by Kurto. It was more than deserved for Glory, but the hosts weren’t finished and when Despotovski lost possession in the middle of the park the dangerous Anthony Caceres pounced, but Matt Sutton got down well to deny him, and at the break Glory led by the only goal.

Glory made a change at the break with Jaiden Kucharski coming on for Sulemani, and he went was involved four minutes in, finding De Abreu, but the youngster couldn’t keep his effort down. The visitors thought they had doubled their lead shortly after, Despotovski got on the end of Sam Sutton’s cross, but his effort was ruled offside. Then on the hour the hosts levelled, Callum Talbot’s cross from the right found Duke, his neat header at the front post beat Sutton.

Macarthur were buoyed by the goal and they hit the front on 72 minutes. It was Talbot again who was in the action, cutting in from the right and his shot deflected off Scott Wootton and into the net. The hosts continued to dominate and former Glory winger Chris Ikonomidis saw his effort crash off the woodwork, and the rebound fell to Harrison Sawyer, but his shot was superbly saved by Sutton. Sawyer then headed wide, as Macarthur looked to kill the game off.

Glory was hanging on, and the lively Luke Vickery’s shot beat Sutton in the final minute, but the post came to the rescue of the Glory custodian. It looked like Gllory would leave empty handed, but that all changed in the first minute of stoppage time. A long ball from Wootton sent Kucharski racing clear, Kurto came out and clattered the striker, but Colakovski was on hand to pick up the loose ball and fire home his first goal since returning to the club to seal a 2-2 draw.

The hard-fought draw moved Adam Griffiths’ men to within one point of the top six ahead of the weekend’s remaining games. “We had to dig in to take a point. We had a solid first half, but we were sloppy in possession and could have more,” Glory skipper Scott Wootton said post-match. “But we had a poor start to the second half, and didn’t come out the way we wanted to and conceded two poor goals. But we kept fighting till the end, which is a given for us, and we got the goal late. We reset now, look at what we did well and put right what we didn’t do so well, and we will train hard and prepare for another tough game against Newcastle.”

Macarthur Bulls: GK Filip KURTO, 3 Damien DA SILVA, 6 Tomislav USKOK, 7 Sime GRZAN (9 Chris IKONOMIDIS 46'), 8 Luke VICKERY (32 Will McKay 89'), 10 Anthony CACERES, 14 Kristian POPOVIC, 15 Mitchell DUKE (28 Harrison SAWYER 62’), 18 Walter SCOTT, 22 Liam ROSE (24 Dean BOSNJAK 61'), 25 Callum TALBOT, 26 Luke BRATTAN – Subs not used: RGK Alex ROBINSON, 5 Matthew JURMAN, 17 Oliver RANDAZZO

Perth Glory: GK Matt SUTTON, 2 Charbel SHAMOON, 3 Sam SUTTON, 4 Scott WOOTTON, 7 Nicholas PENNINGTON (20 Trent OSTLER 61'), 17 Arion SULEMANI (9 Jaiden KUCHARSKI 46'), 25 Sebastian DESPOTOVSKI (11 Lachlan WALES 61'), 27 Will FRENEY, 34 Tom LAWRENCE (67 Stefan COLAKOVSKI 70'), 39 Gio DE ABREU (8 Callum TIMMINS 87'), 45 Brian KALTA – Subs not used: RGK Mark BIRIGHITTI, 15Zach LISOLAJSKI - Referee: Alireza Faghani

6.2.2026

LEAGUE LEADERS PROVE TOO STRONG FOR GLORY

Perth Glory have missed the opportunity to move into the Ninja A-League top six, after they were beaten 1-0 by the in-form Wellington Phoenix at Sky Stadium on Friday afternoon in their week 16 clash. A goal in first half stoppage time by Makala Woods proved enough to secure the win, the hosts moving to the top of the table, on the other side of the equation, the loss is Glory’s third straight goalless game. That run has left them the second lowest scoring side in the Ninja A-League. However, the competition is so tight that they sit just two points outside of the top six.

“Yes, it’s a shame, they were up for the battle as much as we were, but one mistake in the game was what cost the loss in the end, which is quite annoying,” a disappointed Glory skipper Izzy Dalton said post-match. “We have to regroup, and look how we can score. We knew from the get go they have a really good team this year, and they have shown that in previous games. But the fact we’ve come to their ground and minimised their attacks, we have to take a lot of positives from that We will recover and rest up and look forward to the next one.”

Head Coach Stephen Peters made two changers to the side that drew against Sydney FC last time out, with Tijan McKenna and Natalie Tathem coming in for Mischa Anderson and Sarah O’Donoghue, who both dropped to the bench. The hosts were on the front foot, in the clubs Waitangi Day clash, and Teresa Morrissey was out smartly to deny Woods on ten minutes, and moments later Lucia Woods’ effort flashed wide after a low cross from Brooke Nunn. Glory weathered the early storm, and went close themselves midway through the first half.

Bronte Trew’s shot on the run was saved by Victoria Esson, and the midfielder fired wide shortly after. Wellington ended the half well, and Morrissey saved Marisa Van Der Meer’s header from Grace Jale’s free kick. But in the third minute of stoppage time their late pressure was rewarded with the lead. Lucía León harried McKenna off the ball deep in her own half, the ball spilt towards Onyi Zogg, but Woods won it and the American striker raced into goal to score.

Glory continued to struggle in the final third again after the break, while the hosts continue to threaten, with Morrissey out smartly to save at the feet of Brooke Nunn. Glory did have the ball in the net on 56 minutes, Susan Phonsongkham’s corner going in, but referee spotted a foul on Wellington ‘keeper Esson. The hosts continued to have chances, and Zogg made a smart goal line clearance after Jale headed goalward, before Woods fired narrowly wide.

Former Glory striker Jale went even closer 16 minutes from time, crashing a shot against the crossbar having been cleverly picked out by substitute Mackenzie Anthony. Despite dominating there was only one goal separating the two sides, and Glory pressed late forcing a number of corners, but they couldn’t find an equaliser. Glory return to action on Saturday 14 February when Canberra United head to Sam Kerr Football Centre (kick-off at 5pm).

Wellington Phoenix: GK Victoria ESSON, 4 Mackenzie BARRY, 5 Ellie WALKER, 7 Grace JALE, 14 Lucía LEÓN (30 Mackenzie ANTHONY 56'), 16 Marisa VAN DER MEER, 21 Lara WALL (11 Manaia ELLIOTT 46'), 23 Brooke NUNN, 24 Pia VLOK (27 Zoe BENSON 72'), 31 Makala WOODS, 32 Emma PIJNENBURG (15 Daisy BRAZENDALE 62') - Subs not used: RGK Aimee DANIELI, 20 Emma MAIN

Perth Glory: GK Teresa MORRISSEY, 3 Emma TOVAR, 5 Grace JOHNSTON, 6 Tijan MCKENNA, 10 Susan PHONSONGKHAM, 11 Natalie TATHEM (19 Sarah O’DONOGHUE 46'), 12 Bronte TREW, 17 Rola BADAWIYA (25 Ella LINCOLN 79'), 23 Isobel DALTON, 24 Julia SARDO, 29 Onyinyechi ZOGG - Subs not used: RGK Jessica SKINNER, 2 Mischa ANDERSON, 9 Gabby HOLLAR, 27 Charli WAINWRIGHT - Referee: Anna Marie Keighly