With the weekend just past scheduled as a wash-out round, there has been multiple midweek and weekend catch-up games that have shaken up the ladder with lots of goals over the last two weeks.
This weekend’s match of the round features a top of the table clash between Yagoona Lions and Padstow United which could have massive implications in the race for a top of the table finish this season.
Match of the Round: Yagoona Lions vs Padstow United, Saturday 14th June 4:00pm @ O’Neill Park
Previous Meeting: Padstow United 3-1 Yagoona Lions – Round 6, 2025
Yagoona Lions and Padstow United are set to face off for the second time this season in what promises to be a pivotal clash, with the winner poised to finish the weekend on top of the ladder.
In their previous meeting back in Round 6, Padstow United came from behind to claim a 3-1 victory, with Rafa Coutinho netting a decisive brace after Yagoona had taken a 1-0 lead into halftime. That match was marred by discipline issues for the Lions, who finished with just eight men after receiving three red cards.
Since then, Yagoona Lions have bounced back strongly. Now sitting second on the table—just two points behind Padstow—they’ve built momentum with back-to-back wins over the past two weeks. A 4-1 victory over Stars in Round 12, following a catch-up win over Wolves, has kept them firmly in the title race. Jamie Bazevski scored twice, while Matthew Zvezdakoski and Steven Kotevski also found the net, as the Lions once again came from behind after trailing 1-0 at the break.
This weekend’s fixture carries extra weight for Yagoona, who will finally return to O’Neill Park for only the second time this season due to ongoing wet weather disruptions. Expect the Lions to be fired up in front of their home supporters, looking to reclaim top spot for the first time since Round 6. A win would see them leapfrog Padstow, while a loss—combined with Padstow’s pending catch-up fixture—could leave them as much as eight points adrift.
Meanwhile, ladder leaders Padstow United arrive in red-hot form. They’ve won their last four matches, most recently defeating Wolves 5-0 in Round 12. Rafa Coutinho and John Martinez shared three goals between them, with two Wolves own goals rounding out the scoreline.
Padstow’s attack has been ruthless in recent weeks, scoring 17 goals across their last four outings. Coutinho and Martinez have led the charge with a combined eight goals, but the team’s offensive depth has also been on full display with contributions from across the squad.
For Padstow United, this may well be the most crucial game of the regular season in their pursuit of back-to-back premierships. A win here—and another in their upcoming catch-up match—could give them an eight-point cushion with just nine rounds remaining.
With so much at stake, this match is shaping up to be one of the season’s defining moments. Expect intensity, high stakes, and no shortage of drama when these two powerhouses collide.
Bankstown Sports Stars vs Padstow Hornets, Friday 13th June 7:50pm @ Padstow Park
Previous Meeting: Padstow Hornets 2-1 Bankstown Sports Stars – Round 6, 2025
Bankstown Sports Stars will be aiming to halt a disappointing run of form when they face a red-hot Padstow Hornets side on Friday night. The Stars come into this clash looking to break a three-game losing streak, while the Hornets enter the contest undefeated in their last five matches and full of momentum.
The two teams last met in Round 6, in a tightly contested match that proved more competitive than expected. On that occasion, Padstow Hornets edged out a narrow 2-1 victory, with their ever-reliable duo Manuel Angelopoulos and Mike Cklamovski finding the back of the net. Bankstown’s Elliot Gurney got on the scoresheet to keep his side in the contest, but it wasn’t enough to deny Padstow the three points.
Currently sitting in 7th place on the table, Bankstown Sports Stars suffered their third consecutive loss in Round 12, going down 4-1 to second-placed Yagoona Lions. Things had started promisingly for the Stars, with Michael Nicolas putting them ahead in the first half. However, a dominant second-half display by Yagoona saw them score four unanswered goals and send the Stars to another disappointing defeat.
Compounding their challenge is Bankstown’s poor record at Padstow Park in BPL competition. Over the past two seasons, they’ve played there five times without registering a win—losing three matches and drawing two. Two of those defeats have come in particularly close encounters, which will give the Stars a glimmer of hope that they can finally reverse their fortunes at the venue this Friday.
On the other hand, Padstow Hornets, currently sitting in 3rd place, continue to impress. They extended their unbeaten streak to four games over the weekend with a dominant 4-1 win against Strikers Heat in a catch-up fixture. Manuel Angelopoulos was the standout once again, scoring twice, while Lachlan Bateman and Tom Kovacs also got on the scoresheet in a well-rounded attacking performance.
However, the Hornets will face a test of their squad depth this week, with midfielders Jake Ingle and Sean O’Connell both ruled out due to suspensions picked up in that recent win over Strikers Heat. Their absence could open the door for Bankstown to capitalise, particularly in the midfield battle where the game may well be decided.
With the Stars desperate to end their losing streak and the Hornets aiming to stay hot at the top end of the table, Friday night promises a competitive and potentially crucial clash at Padstow Park.
Bankstown Sports Strikers Heat vs Greenacre Eagles, Saturday 14th June 4:00pm @ Crest Sporting Complex
Previous Meeting: Greenacre Eagles 0-4 Bankstown Sports Strikers Heat – Round 6, 2025
Bankstown Sports Strikers Heat will be determined to avoid a fifth consecutive defeat when they host a resurgent Greenacre Eagles side this weekend. Strikers Heat, currently sitting 5th on the table, have seen their promising start to the season unravel with four straight losses, while Greenacre are building momentum and will be eyeing back-to-back wins for the first time this year.
The last time these two sides met in Round 6, it was one-way traffic early on. Strikers Heat delivered a ruthless 17-minute attacking spell, netting four goals in quick succession. Robson de Souza was unstoppable on the day, scoring a hat-trick in that period and guiding his side to a commanding 4-0 win.
In Round 12, Strikers Heat were handed a crushing 7-0 defeat by Panania Diggers, a match marred by discipline issues with Diego Pereira receiving a red card. The troubles continued in their weekend catch-up clash against Padstow Hornets, where they fell 4-1 and saw both Igor Correa and Maicon Dos Santos sent off. With Correa and Dos Santos now suspended, Heat will be without two of their regular starters in a game where they can’t afford further setbacks.
On a more positive note, for the home side, key defender Matheus Picoli returns from suspension and is expected to bring some much-needed stability to a backline that’s conceded 11 goals in their last two matches.
Greenacre Eagles, currently 6th, are finally beginning to find form. Their catch-up win against Central Sydney Wolves was their first since Round 3 and showcased their attacking potential. Mathew Khalil opened the scoring early before Abdul Zahra, Andrew Lazarou, and Mohamad Allam all found the net in a 4-2 victory that reflected their recent attacking resurgence.
After managing just seven goals across their first nine games, Greenacre have now scored 10 in their last three matches. Much of that improvement is thanks to the arrival of Mathew Khalil, who has netted seven goals in just five appearances. His sharp finishing and movement in the final third make him the clear danger man once again heading into this fixture.
With Strikers Heat sitting nine points outside the top four and Greenacre aiming to finish the season strongly with more consistent performances, this clash is set to be an intense one, with both sides expected to come out firing and push for goals from the outset.
Panania Diggers vs Central Sydney Wolves, Saturday 14th June 4:00pm @ Kelso South
Previous Meeting: Central Sydney Wolves 0-6 Panania Diggers – Round 6, 2025
Panania Diggers enter Round 13 as the form team of the competition, riding a wave of momentum with five consecutive victories. They’ll be looking to extend that impressive run when they host Central Sydney Wolves, who find themselves in a vastly different situation—having lost their last seven matches and struggling to regain confidence.
The last time these two sides met in Round 6, it was a one-sided affair. Panania handed the Wolves a crushing 6-0 defeat, marking the beginning of Central Sydney’s defensive woes. It was the biggest loss recorded by any team at that point in the season and served as a stark warning of Panania’s attacking firepower.
Currently sitting 3rd on the ladder, Panania Diggers had a break over the weekend but are coming off a dominant Round 12 performance against Strikers Heat. In that match, they put on a scoring clinic, dismantling their opponents 7-0. Mason Hunter was the standout with a hat-trick, while Benjamin Ross and Joshua Adams both chipped in with two goals each in a commanding display.
Since Round 5, Panania have transformed their campaign. After winning just two of their first five matches and scoring only eight goals, they’ve gone on to claim five straight wins while netting 22 goals during that stretch. The attacking duo of Mason Hunter and Benjamin Ross have been key to that resurgence, combining for eight goals in just their last two games. Their chemistry up front could again prove decisive this weekend.
Meanwhile, Central Sydney Wolves have slipped to 8th place and now find themselves at the bottom of the ladder for the first time since Round 1. Their most recent outing was a 4-2 midweek loss to Greenacre Eagles. After going 4-0 down by the 70th minute, late goals from Saed Al-Zebdeh and Kunjan Khadka restored some pride, but the defeat marked their seventh straight loss.
With key players set to return next week, the Wolves will be desperate to find a result here to build some momentum. However, their biggest concern remains their defence, which has shipped 32 goals in their last six outings. Shoring up at the back will be crucial if they’re to have any chance against a free-scoring Panania side.
With Panania in red-hot form and the Wolves fighting to end a painful losing streak, this clash could be a telling one for both clubs.
