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9 years ago

‘All the pressure on Brisbane Roar’: City keeper

Ahead of this afternoon’s blockbuster Westfield W-League semi-final, Melbourne City keeper Lydia Williams says all the pressure is on Premiers Brisbane Roar. While City is back-to-back champions, they head into the clash at Perry Park having finished in fourth spot...

9 years ago

Polkinghorne: ‘aggressive’ Roar ready to end City’s three-peat dream

Skipper Clare Polkinghorne believes Brisbane’s scorching temperatures and her side’s miserly defence will help Roar in Sunday’s Westfield W-League semi-final against Melbourne City. In a blockbuster match-up between this season’s Premiers and the winners of the last two Westfield W-League...

9 years ago

US star eyes grand final glory with Sydney FC

Sydney FC’s US national team player Emily Sonnett says her side was a little lucky to see off a brave Newcastle Jets after a thrilling semi-final win on Saturday.  Sonnett was outstanding in an epic 3-2 win after extra time over...

9 years ago

Sydney FC triumph in epic semi final over brave Newcastle Jets

In one of the great semi finals in Westfield W-League history, Sydney FC defeated a 10-player Newcastle Jets 3-2 after extra time on Saturday.  Hannah Brewer was red-carded for the Jets late in the first half as a brave Jets...

9 years ago

Catley: City motivated by chance to create Westfield W-League history

An opportunity to create Westfield W-League history is proving an extra motivating factor for Melbourne City ahead of their do-or-die semi-final against Brisbane Roar. City battle Premiers Brisbane at Perry Park on Sunday aiming to qualify for a third consecutive...

9 years ago

Jets’ finals breakthrough to boost local football: Deans

Newcastle Jets’ drought-breaking appearance in the Westfield W-League Finals Series is set to have a big impact on local football in the Hunter, according to coach Craig Deans.  The Jets booked a spot in the Semi-Finals after a stellar campaign...

9 years ago

‘Flamboyant’ De Vanna fired up for finals with in-form Sydney FC

Lisa De Vanna says Sydney FC have fostered her natural “flamboyance” this season as they prepare for a do-or-die semi final against Newcastle Jets on Saturday at Leichhardt Oval.  The talismanic striker joined the Sky Blues this season and has...

9 years ago

Westfield W-League Semi-Final preview: Brisbane Roar v Melbourne City

Sizzling temperatures are predicted as Premiers Brisbane Roar host reigning Champions Melbourne City in the second Semi-Final at Perry Park on Sunday afternoon.  Both sides enter the finals in superb form with Roar claiming the Premiership last weekend with a...

9 years ago

Westfield W-League Semi-Final preview: Sydney FC v Newcastle Jets

A spot in the Westfield W-League Grand Final is on the line when Sydney FC play host to Newcastle Jets in the first Semi-Final at Leichhardt Oval on Saturday afternoon. Sydney FC come into the knockout rounds in irresistible form after...

9 years ago

Westfield W-League Finals Series Ins and Outs: Week 1

The Westfield W-League 2018 Finals Series kicks off this weekend with Brisbane Roar hosting Melbourne City and Sydney FC welcoming Newcastle Jets.  With no second chances and a spot in the Grand Final on the line, there’s sure to be...

9 years ago

Westfield W-League Goal of the Month: Ayres’ long-range bomb

Melbourne Victory youngster Melina Ayres has claimed the Westfield W-League goal of the month for January, as voted by the fans. The 18-year-old claimed the award for her stunning long-range strike against City in Round 11. With her side trailing...

9 years ago

FFA delays kick-off for Roar v City Westfield W-League Semi-Final

Based on the latest weather forecasts, FFA has taken the proactive step of rescheduling the kick-off time for Sunday’s Westfield W-League 2018 Finals Series match between Brisbane Roar FC and Melbourne City FC at Perry Park from 3:00pm (AEST) to...