Avondale – South Melbourne
The ultimate showdown this round is between the titans of the standings.
Last year’s champ Avondale will take on the contenders aiming to steal their throne – South Melbourne Hellas, the new owners of the Dockerty Cup.
The Italian Aussie squad is making a desperate move to catch up to South Melbourne, who have been crushing it lately with big wins.
South Melbourne’s got two goals in their dartboard – securing their top spot and psyching out their opponents before the epic finals coming up at the end of the month.
Good luck, Hellas!
Dandenong City – Port Melbourne Sharks
Get ready for a fierce battle between Dandenong City and Port Melbourne Sharks in the second major derby of the matchday.
The coveted three points and sixth position in the standings are up for grabs, so expect both teams to go all out for victory.
This match is not for the faint-hearted!
The coaches have been strategising and the players are fully invested for the showdown at 7:45pm on Friday night at the legendary City Stadium, where Dandenong meets Endeavor Hills.
The Sharks will need all the support and positive vibes to come out on top.
And with good weather on the forecast, there’s no better way to kick off your Friday night than cheering on Port Melbourne’s players and coach.
Moreland United – Oakleigh Cannons
The Oakleigh Cannons have a golden opportunity to shake off their last match’s bad vibes and their Dockerty Cup defeat to South Melbourne.
They’ll face Moreland United, who have already been relegated to VPL1.
It’s like challenging a toothless lion with a pack of playful puppies – Moreland United doesn’t stand a chance.
We can expect to see fresh-faced players on the field, since Oakleigh’s main squad needs a serious nap.
Even the captain, Joe Guest, is limping his way through each game, but that’s just how committed they are.
Coach Chris Taylor has a clever plan to give his star players some rest by putting the benchwarmers in the game.
We may be tempted to write this off as an easy away game, but this is football, and anything can happen.
Will the Cannons take this match seriously enough to secure a victorious win and three points?
Only time will tell.
Manningham United – Heidelberg United
Hold onto your hats, Alexandros fans!
Heidelberg United is taking on Manningham United in an away match that’s riskier than a game of Jenga.
The home team is clinging to their NPL spot like a koala to a eucalyptus tree, but don’t worry about the visitors.
Heidelberg United has been playing out of their minds lately and they’ve got the skills to pay the bills.
Their last victims were the Mariners. The reigning A-League champs were taken down 3-1 by Heidelberg United in the Australian cup round of 32 last Wednesday, leaving the entire football community shook.
Coach John Anastasiadis is working his magic on his players, prepping them mentally for the upcoming battles.
He knows that sports success is all about mindset, so he’s got his squad focused on their inner game.
And with his encouragement and high expectations, there’s no doubt these players will be giving it their all-in pursuit of the coveted championship title.
Let the games begin!
VPL1
Get ready for some football frenzy as all eyes turn to Preston this week for the epic showdown between lion-hearted Lions and fierce Brunswick City.
Langwarrin will be facing off against Northcote City, while the dazzling Bentleigh Greens go head-to-head with the buzzing Werribee “Bees” on Friday night.
And as if that’s not enough excitement, the mighty Kingston City will be taking on the Melbourne Victory in their own lair. Who said the weekend was for resting? It’s game on, people!
VPL2
Get ready for a showdown this Friday as Nunawading takes on Box Hill United in a match with serious bragging rights on the line. The stakes are high with only three measly points standing between these rivals, so you won’t want to miss a minute of the action.
NPL – SCHEDULE
Friday, 9/8
Melbourne Knights – Dandenong Thunder 7.30pm
Dandenong City – Port Melbourne 7.45pm
Saturday, 10/8
Avondale – South Melbourne 3pm
Moreland City – Oakleigh Cannons 3pm
Manningham United – Heidelberg United 3pm
Hume City – Altona Magic 7pm
Sunday, 11/9
St Albans Saints – Green Gully 3pm
NPL – TABLE
1. South Melbourne 24 56
2. Avondale 24 50
3. Oakleigh Cannons 24 47
4. Hume City 24 47
5. Heidelberg Utd 24 45
6. Dand City 24 34
7. Port Melb Sharks 24 33
8. Melb Knights 24 32
9. Altona Magic 24 30
10. Dand Thunder 24 25
11. Green Gully 24 24
12. St. Albans 24 22
13. Manningham 24 18
14. Moreland 24 11
VPL1 – SCHEDULE
Friday, 9/8
Preston Lions – Brunswick City 8.30pm
Northcote City – Langwarrin 8.30pm
Bentleigh Greens v Werribee City 8.30pm
Saturday, 10/8
North Geelong Warriors – Caroline Springs 3pm
Melbourne Victory – Kingston City 3pm
Eastern Lions – Melbourne City 3pm
Sunday, 11/9
Western United – Bulleen Lions 4pm
VPL1 – TABLE
1. Melb Victory 24 49
2. Preston Lions 24 44
3. Western Utd 24 43
4. Northcote 24 42
5. Melb City 24 37
6. Bulleen Lions 24 36
7. Langwarrin 24 34
8. Carol Springs 24 32
9. Bentl Greens 24 31
10. Brunswick City 24 29
11. Kingston 24 28
12. Eastern Lions 24 27
13. Werribee City 24 17
14. North Geelong 24 14
VPL2 – SCHEDULE
Friday, 9/8
Box Hill United – Nunawading City 7.30pm
Brunswick Juventus – Altona City 8.30pm
Essendon Royals – Boroondara Carey Eagles 8.30pm
Saturday, 10/8
Beaumaris – Doveton – 3pm
North Sunshine Eagles – Melbourne Serbia 3pm
Goulburn Valley Suns – Pascoe Vale 5pm
VPL2 – TABLE
1. Nth Sunsh. Eagles 20 42
2. FC Melb. Serbia 20 42
3. Altona City 20 34
4. Pascoe Vale 20 32
5. Essendon Royals 20 32
6. Brun Juventus 20 31
7. Boroondara Eagles 20 28
8. Nunawading City 20 24
9. Box Hill 20 21
10. Goulburn Valley 20 19
11. Doveton 20 18
12. Beaumaris 20 9
