What was meant to be a day of celebration, Sydney FC Women’s members’ day, went from self-congratulation and back-slapping to the most alarming non-performance from a team still stacked with stars. Wellington Phoenix showed determination and a work ethic that was far superior to their illustrious opponents, and Sydney FC got what they deserved forContinue reading “Sky Blue nadir in woeful display”
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Bruising Western win for Sydney FC
The reigning A-League Women premiers gave a terrific account of themselves in an emotional return to Kogarah and gave their chances of retaining the crown a massive boost in this six-pointer against leaders Western United. A second-half double from Rachel Lowe and a thumping finish from Princess Ibini were reward for their patience, but theContinue reading “Bruising Western win for Sydney FC”
Sydney FC toy with Victory
There was something in the air on Saturday at Allianz Stadium. Only those in the Cove will be able to tell you what it was, but it coincided with a thorough dicking of Melbourne Victory in the Big Blue. Somehow there was only one goal, but plenty to shout about, as the once-proud Melbourne teamContinue reading “Sydney FC toy with Victory”
Ravens click in final pre-season run out
Gladesville Ravens 4 Sydney Olympic 0 Gladesville Ravens Girls Youth League Division One Under 16s flexed their muscles ahead of the 2023 season opener with a comprehensive victory over Sydney Olympic at a blazing Christie Park, bringing an end to a tough pre-season. A double from striker Maya Jones, with defender Abby Duggan scoring, andContinue reading “Ravens click in final pre-season run out”
Ravens rue missed chances in El Arctico
Spirit FC 2 Gladesville Ravens 0 A first half display that cemented Ravens as a genuine Girls Youth League division 1 team was not enough to earn a result as local rivals Spirit FC turned the screw in the second period to come out on top in this first edition of the Arctic Cirlce derbyContinue reading “Ravens rue missed chances in El Arctico”
An Active groove for the Tillies
Our beloved Matildas, the darlings of Australian sport, wrapped up the 2023 Cup of Nations with a trio of worldies to give the whole country hope for a good showing at this year’s Women’s World Cup. A far from convincing first-half was interrupted by a Mini Gorry super-strike, and a half-time pep talk brought theContinue reading “An Active groove for the Tillies”
Ravens’ reality check at the Bean
Northern Tigers 3 Gladesville Ravens 0 Fresh from the Proctor Cup in Bathurst and with high-tempo training sessions midweek, Gladesville Ravens Girls Youth League Division One Under 16s went into a pre-season fixture with Northern Tigers beginning to understand the step up required from Division Two. The Ravens were comprehensively outplayed by their high-achieving opponentsContinue reading “Ravens’ reality check at the Bean”
First-half blitz sees Matildas home
A devastating first half of fast-running, direct football from the Matildas blew away their opponents Spain in the big-ticket fixture of the 2023 edition of the Cuppa Nations at Sydney’s Commbank Stadium on Sunday. The visiting powerhouse was wasteful in front of goal until late in the game when they clawed back two goals toContinue reading “First-half blitz sees Matildas home”
Ravens burn brightly in balmy Bathurst
The Gladesville Ravens Girls Youth League Division 1 Under 16s team for 2023 gave a positive account of themselves in the Proctor Cup this weekend, a pre-season tournament in Bathurst where youth teams test their pre-season credentials against each other in preparation for the new season. Ravens boasted a strong squad, and paired with fellowContinue reading “Ravens burn brightly in balmy Bathurst”
Penalties : some yes, some no
A day of pure drama at Allianz Stadium on Saturday as Sydney FC Women were denied a stonewall penalty in the opening moments as the last defender handled on the line to prevent a Madison Haley goal right in front of the Cove. Luckily, with no VAR to cause an unwanted pantomime, the footballing godsContinue reading “Penalties : some yes, some no”