Canberra United have signed Darcey Malone from Ninja A-League champions Sydney FC for the 2024-25 season.
Malone makes the move to Canberra after she was part of the Sydney side that clinched back-to-back Championships last season.
The 21-year-old midfielder is also coming off an “incredible” campaign that saw Macarthur Rams clinch a third consecutive NPLW NSW Championship under new Perth Glory boss Stephen Peters.
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Malone also spent two seasons with Melbourne City between 2021 and 2023.
“Getting the chance to play for Canberra United is a wonderful opportunity,” said Malone, who made her debut as a 15-year-old in her first stint with Sydney in 2018-19.
“This is a great football club with a storied past and has achieved success. They are well-known for their football style, enthusiastic support, and excellent facilities.
“I am excited to get to Canberra and join up with my new teammates and experience everything that the Capital City has to offer.
“I am really eager to make Canberra my home and showcase my capabilities on the pitch.”
Canberra have also recruited Sally James, Elizabeth Anton, Aideen Keane and Jynaya Dos Santos.
Meanwhile, 2023-24 Golden Boot winner and CommBank Matildas star Michelle Heyman, Ruby Nathan, Hayley Taylor-Young, Sofia Christopherson, Holly Murray, Mary Stanic-Floody and Tegan Bertolissio have re-signed for Canberra.
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“We are extremely pleased to welcome Darcey to Canberra to become a part of our squad for the new season,” head coach Antoni Jagarinec said, with Canberra scheduled to begin their season against Brisbane Roar on November 2.
“Darcey has a lot of good attributes and will be a valuable member of our squad.
“When building my team for the new season I looked at many factors, including the ability of players to go straight into the action.
“For that I need players who have experienced the league, and Darcey certainly fits that requirement.”
