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BUPL Round 5 Preview

Moving into Round 5 of the BUPL this week we see sides still searching for their first points of the season while our table leaders start to drift away from the rest of the competition.

Our round 5 match of the round will see Bankstown Sports Strikers look to get back to winning ways as they take on a red hot Padstow United at Padstow Park.

Elsewhere, Greenacre Eagles and Bass Hill Rangers will play off with both sides looking for their first points of the season, while Panania Diggers and Yagoona Lions go head to head in a top of the table clash.

Revesby Workers will play an inform Georges River Thistle at Marco Reserve, while Central Sydney Wolves look to go back-to-back against a strong outfit in Padstow Hornets.

 

Friday 31st of March 2023

Match of the Round: Bankstown Sports Strikers vs Padstow United, 8:30pm @ Padstow Park

Previous Meeting: Bankstown Sports Strikers 1-0 Padstow United – Rd2, 2022

Bankstown Sports Strikers are in search of an important three points this weekend as they take on Padstow United coming off a massive 13-2 victory against Revesby Workers.

The last time these two sides met was in a catch-up game in 2022 where Bankstown Sports Strikers would come away with a 1-0 victory after a decisive goal by strikers number 9 Esoghume Dominic.

Bankstown Sports Strikers were upset in last week’s games against CSW which will have them even more determined to get the three points this weekend.

They would will look to have a strong defence against a side who has been firing in front of goal this season with 19 goals in 4 games.

However, Padstow United have conceded 10 goals in their opening 4 games which will be something Bankstown Sports Strikers will look to exploit.

Padstow United are coming off a big victory in round 4 against Revesby Workers.

Both Padstow United’s attackers John Martinez and Rafa Coutinho picked up 6 goals each in last weekend’s match against Revesby Workers and they will need to be firing again as they look to get the win against strong opposition.

With both 2022 finalists looking to stay up around the top 5 of the table, we expect this weeks match of the round to go down to the wire.

 

Saturday 1st of April 2023

Greenacre Eagles vs Bass Hill Rangers, 4pm @ Allum Park

Previous Meeting: Greenacre Eagles 6-1 Bass Hill Rangers – Round 10, 2021

Greenacre Eagles will take on Bass Hill Rangers at their home ground Allum Park as this looks to be another massive fixture as both sides look for their first points of the season.

The last time these two sides met was in round 10 of the 2021 campaign where Greenacre Eagles ran over Bass Hill in a 6-1 win.

Greenacre performed well against our current leader in Yagoona Lions last weekend, however a late charge by Yagoona Lions saw Greenacre lose 5-1.

Greenacre will look to improve on their defence if they’re to get the three points this weekend.

Bass Hill also went down last week to Georges River Thistle after conceding twice in the last 10 minutes of the match to lose 2-0.

Bass Hill have gone into halftime at 0-0 for 4 straight weeks, the question is, will there be a goal in the first half of this match?

I can promise you one thing, with both sides eager to put points on the board, both sides will come out with a lot of energy, grit and determination to get the three points this weekend.

 

Panania Diggers vs Yagoona Lions, 4pm @ Kelso South

Previous Meeting: Panania Diggers 0-1 Yagoona Lions – Rd 20, 2022

Panania Diggers will host Yagoona Lions in a top of the table clash as both sides are undefeated heading into round 5 with Yagoona Lions sitting two points clear of Panania Diggers.

The last time these two sides met was in round 20 of 2022 where Yagoona were able to hold out Panania Diggers to win the match 1-0.

Panania Diggers have had one of the best defences to start off the competition having only conceded 2 goals in their opening 4 matches. Panania Goalkeeper Logan Hession and defenders Josh Bull, Douglas Nabaki, Anthony Di Lucchio and James Dedousis will need to be strong if they are to hold out Yagoona’s firing attack.

Yagoona’s attackers Jamie Bazevski, Joshua Briskoski and Adrian Ristevski have been the focal point for Yagoona’s strong start to the season. If they are to get the three points this weekend, they will need all three firing in front of goal.

However, Yagoona will be hoping to improve on their defence If they’re to stay towards the top of the table this season.

With this being a top of the table clash, and a battle between one of the best attacks and defences in the league, I can promise you, this is a game you will not want to miss.

 

Revesby Workers vs Georges River Thistle, 4pm @ Marco Reserve

Previous Meeting: Georges River Thistle 0-6 Revesby Workers – Rd 22, 2022

A struggling Revesby Workers will play at home against a Georges River Thistle looking to go back-to-back-to-back.

The last time these two sides met was in Round 22 of the 2022 season where Revesby Workers absolutely dominated the game and won 6-0. Revesby Workers will need to do it tough to get a scoreline like this again.

Revesby Workers have struggled so far with keeping the ball out of their own net conceding 30 goals in their opening 4 games. If they’re to be competitive in this match, they will need to be more structured defensively.

However, Revesby Workers have proven they can score goals this season hitting the back of the net in all of their games and they will need to be clinical in front of goal to find their first points of the season.

After a slow start to the season, Georges River Thistle have picked up back-to-back wins in their last two games.

After conceding 7 goals in their opening 2 games, Georges River Thistle have switched on defensively and kept 2 clean sheets in their last 2 games. Their defensive has ultimately been focal to the turnaround in their results and will be important if they’re to make it three wins in a row this weekend.

With both sides having something to play for this weekend, we expect this game to have high intensity for the full 90 minutes in a game that will be won through each sides defence.

 

Central Sydney Wolves vs Padstow Hornets, 6:15pm @ Lockwood Park

Previous Meeting: Central Sydney Wolves 0-25 Padstow Hornets

Central Sydney Wolves will take on Padstow Hornets at Lockwood Park in a game where both sides have an opportunity to climb the ladder with three points.

The last time these two sides met Padstow Hornets absolutely embarrassed Central Sydney Wolves in a 25-0 victory. Central Sydney Wolves will be eager to get a result in this game to show their improvement in 2023.

Central Sydney Wolves picked up a massive 1-0 win against Bankstown Sports Strikers in last weekends game.

Central Sydney Wolves defence has been strong to start the season, however, they will looking to score more of their chances going forward if they are to beat a Padstow defence that has only conceded 2 goals in 4 games.

Padstow Hornets have been very strong to start the season as they continue their undefeated run.

However they will be disappointed to have drawn two games in their opening four matches and will see this fixture as a must win game.

Padstow Hornets struggled to create chances in their round 4 fixture against Panania Diggers and they will need to be better across the pitch to create  more chances and beat a strong Central Sydney Wolves defence.

This looks to be an exciting game to end round 5 where the result could go either way.

BUPL Round 4 Review

Round four was a round with some interesting results with one team moving clear on top of the ladder.

The match of the round saw Padstow Hornets and Panania Diggers end in a stalemate.

Georges River Thistle continued their good run of form as they defeated Bass Hill Rangers, while Padstow United claimed all three points against Revesby Workers.

Yagoona Lions worked their way to a victory against Greenacre Eagles, as late drama saw Central Sydney Wolves upset Bankstown Sports Strikers.

 

Match of the Round: Padstow Hornets 0-0 Panania Diggers                                           Reserve Grade Score: Padstow Hornets 0-1 Panania Diggers

The match of the round saw Padstow Hornets and Panania Diggers split the points in what was an exciting affair.

With both sides starting off their season unbeaten coming into round four, both sides started strong as they both aimed to continue their unbeaten runs.

This would look to be a difficult match on paper for Padstow Hornets as they were without their in-form attacker Mike Cklamovski this fixture who had scored most of their goals in their first three rounds.

Panania looked very strong early into the game with most of the possession and creating numerous chances going forward with Padstow Hornets defence holding up strong.

The first big chance would come Panania’s way late into the first half when they were awarded a corner kick. The ball was floated into the box with a clearing header coming from the Hornet’s defence. The ball fell to Panania’s Josh Bull who would strike a volley with his left foot from the edge of the box which struck the crossbar and flew over the goal.

Both sides went into halftime locked up at 0-0.

The next big chance of the game came Panania’s way once again as their striker, Nicholas Vertsonis found himself through on goal as he aimed to chip the goalkeeper with his shot missing to the left of the post.

In the 70th minute, Panania’s Josh Bull found himself once again with a chance to score as the ball fell to him on the penalty spot from a corner before his shot went straight Padstow Hornets Goalkeeper Mitchell Ashley.

Moments later one of Padstow Hornets midfielders made space for himself on the edge of the box with his right-footed shot drilled to the top right corner which was saved spectacularly by Panania’s Logan Hession.

The game would not see another big chance created with the score ending 0-0.

Although we did not see any goals in this match, it was definitely an exciting affair highlighted by some outstanding defence and spectacular keeping by both sides.

Georges River Thistle 2-0 Bass Hill Rangers                                                                Reserve Grade score: Georges River Thistle 1-2 Bass Hill Rangers

Georges River Thistle were able to claim all three points against Bass Hill Rangers as Thistle continue some good form as they win back-to-back games after a poor start to the season, while Bass Hill are still looking for their first points of the season despite playing well in all their games.

The games were extremely end-to end in the first half with decent chances coming to both sides with both sides goalkeeper proving to be very important in the first half of the game.

Bass Hill would continue an incredible run of all their opening four games going into half-time at 0-0 with this game proving to be no different.

In the second half both sides would continue to look for the winning goal with Bass Hill looking the more likely.

However, in the 80th minute of the match, Thistle’s number 30, Rocco Domine looked to have scored the winner as his shot found the back of the net.

Bass Hill wouldn’t give up as they pushed to find the equalizer in the last 10 minutes of the match. However, their hopes of finding an equalizer would be lost as Thistle found a counter attack before Prakasit scored in the 89th minute to give his side a 2-0 advantage and seal the three points.

A well fought match by both sides with late drama giving Georges River Thistle the win.

Padstow United 13-2 Revesby Workers                                                                          Reserve Grade Score: Padstow United 2-0 Revesby Workers  

Padstow United ultimately dominated Revesby Workers with a 13-2 victory which was a very disappointing game for Revesby Workers as they are in a rebuild year with many injuries to their line-up.

Revesby Workers opened the score early with a goal in the 1st minute by Daniel Carr to surprisingly give Revesby a 1-0 advantage.

However, it wouldn’t take too long before United attacker John Martinez would score in the 6th minute to make the game 1-1, followed by a 9th minute goal by Josiah Newar to make it 2-1 and give Padstow United the advantage.

Padstow attacker Rafa Coutinho would score in the 17th and 40th minute to make it 4-1 to United with a goal on the stroke of halftime by Bojan Hadzic to make it 4-2 going into halftime.

The second half would be very one-sided with Padstow United scoring nine goals.

Rafa Coutinho would score 4 goals in the second half which saw him with 6 goals in the game, while John Martinez would score 5 goals in the second half which saw him also score 6 goals in the game.

The game would end 13-2 to Padstow United which was a very positive result for them as they picked up their first win of the season.

We hope to see Revesby Workers not drop their heads as they continue to search for their first points in 2023.

 

Greenacre Eagles 2-5 Yagoona Lions                                                                               Reserve Grade Score: Greenacre Eagles 0-3 Yagoona Lions

Yagoona Lions claimed the three points against Yagoona lions as they made it 4-in-a-row and now sit clear at the top of the table as Greenacre Eagles are still in search for their first points of the season.

It was an exciting encounter with lots of goals as Yagoona found the first goal of the game in the 28th minute as Greenacre Eagles Billy Nunes turned the ball into his own net to give Yagoona Lions a 1-0 advantage.

Moments later, Yagoona’s Adrian Ristevski fired a ball into the area which found Ahmed Abdellatef at the back post who easily found the back of the net to give his side a 2-0 advantage.

However, Greenacre Eagles did not drop their heads as they were in search of a goal and in the 43rd minute of the match they were awarded a penalty which their number 7 Ismail Hadlife converted the penalty to make it 2-1 going into half time.

Greenacre Eagles would continue their attacking momentum into the second half as they were able to lock the scores up in the 53rd minute through a goal by Taylor Saghabi.

With the scores level and both sides looking to find a winner, both sides started to create multiple chances in front of goal with Yagoona having the better of the chances.

In the 58th minute of the match Yagoona would find themselves back in front as their number 10, Nick Cvetkosvki curled his effort into the back of the net to give his side the advantage once again.

It wouldn’t be too long before Yagoona’s Adrian Ristevski found his side 4th goal in the 73rd minute before their number 9 Joshua Briskoski made it 5 in the 81st minute.

The game would end 5-2 with Yagoona Lions taking home the three points after a great performance by both sides with Yagoona being the better team on the day.

 

Bankstown Sports Strikers 0-1 Central Sydney Wolves                                                   Reserve Grade Score: Bankstown Sports Strikers 4-0 Central Sydney Wolves

Central Sydney Wolves proved that they have turned their season around from 2022 as they upset Bankstown Sports Strikers in a 1-0 win.

In this previous fixture last year, Bankstown Sports Strikers won the game 16-1, so this was a tremendous effort by Central Sydney Wolves to get the win.

The first half looked to be all Central Sydney Wolves as they applied to a lot of pressure to Bankstown Sports Strikers back line, however, the Strikers were able to hold out the pressure to keep the scores locked up at half time.

With the scores level at halftime and the Strikers not showing their best so far in this fixture, they looked to come out firing in the second half.

The strikers looked to control the game in the second half and create numerous chances which they were unable to convert and it was just a matter of when they would find the winner.

BUPL Round 4 Preview

As we go into round 4 of the competition this weekend, we are starting to see a lot of movement from the top of the table and the bottom of the table.

Our round 4 Match of the Round sees both undefeated Padstow Hornets and Panania Diggers on Friday night at Padstow Park.

Elsewhere, Georges River Thistle will play Bass Hill Rangers who continue to search for their first points, while Greenacre Eagles look to prove a point against Yagoona Lions who are undefeated to start the season.

Padstow United will play their first game at Playford Park for 2023 against Revesby Workers, while Bankstown Sports Strikers take on Central Sydney Wolves at Padstow Park.

 

Friday 24th of March 2023

Match of the Round: Padstow Hornets vs Panania Diggers, 8:30pm @ Padstow Park

Previous Meeting: Panania Diggers 0-6 Padstow Hornets – Round 22, 2022

Padstow Hornets will play against Panania Diggers at Padstow Park which will be a top of the table clash as Panania Diggers sit in 1st position and Padstow Hornets sit in 3rd.

The last time these two sides met was in round 22 of last year’s competition where Padstow Hornets were able to dominate the fixture and come away with a 6-0 victory.

In last year’s round 22 fixture, both Michael Cklamovski and Neil Philippou scored braces. With Cklamovski having scored 5 goals in his last 2 games he will be looking a threat in this match up. Neil Philippou has not scored in the 2023 competition, however with his goal scoring form against Panania Diggers in previous fixtures, he will be looking to score in this round. Both players will definitely look to be dangers in front of goal.

Padstow Hornet’s defence has also proved to be very strong to start off the year having kept a clean sheet in round 3 against Bass Hill Rangers. Padstow Hornet’s had the best defence in the 2022 season conceding 16 goals in 20 matches. They will need to be structured and focused defensively to keep out a strong attacking team like Panania Diggers.

Panania Diggers have proved to be one of the title contenders for the 2023 season with three straight victories to start the season.

However, round 3 will be there toughest challenge so far facing the 2022 champions who are undefeated in 2023 and sit only 2-points behind them on the ladder.

Panania were relentless in their 5-1 victory over Revesby Workers in round 3 having scored 5 goals in the first half. However, Panania will need to be more clinical Infront of goal as they were unable to convert a lot of their chances.

Panania attackers Nicholas Vertsonis and Joshua Adams have been prolific with both having scored 4 goals in their opening 3 matches. They will look to be Panania’s danger men up top in round 4.

With both sides looking stay towards the top of the table in the opening rounds, you can expect this match-up at Padstow Park to be a blockbuster.

 

Saturday 25th of March 2023

Georges River Thistle vs Bass Hill Rangers, 3pm @ Coleman Park

Previous Meeting: Bass Hill Rangers 2-3 Georges River Thistle – Round 9, 2021

Georges River Thistle play at home once again as they take on Bass Hill Rangers on a mission to get their first points of the season.

The last time these two sides met was in round 9 of 2021 as Georges River Thistle won the match 3-2 in a year that Bass Hill Rangers struggled for points.

Georges River Thistle proved in round 3 after defeating Central Sydney Wolves 2-0 in a game where they were able to score 2 goals in the opening 25 minutes and then focus defensively to hold out the Wolves relentless waves of attack.

After a tough start to the season playing losing to two strong opposition in Panania Diggers and Padstow Hornets, a lot of people would have counted out the Thistle this season.

However, Georges River Thistle have proved they are a strong team in 2023 and will take a lot of momentum into this round 4 fixture.

Bass Hill have also had a difficult start to their season having played three 2022 finalists in their opening three fixtures.

Bass Hill have been unable to claim points this season and they will be coming into round 4 determined to put points on the board.

The rangers have only scored 2 goal so far this season and will need to create more chances in their attacking half if they are to get an important win over the Thistle in round 4.

With two teams looking for a much-needed win in round 4, we will definitely see both these sides look to come out firing.

 

Greenacre Eagles vs Yagoona Lions, 4pm @ Allum Park

Previous Meeting: Greenacre Eagles 0-2 Yagoona Lions – Finals Series 2022

Greenacre Eagles will host Yagoona Lions in round 4 with Yagoona Lions eager to continue their winning streak to start the season.

The last time these two sides met was in the first week of the 2022 Finals series where Yagoona were able to knock out Greenacre to progress to the second week of the finals series.

With this previous result in mind, Greenacre will be eager to win this match to end Yagoona’s winning streak and get revenge for last season.

Greenacre have not had the greatest start to their 2023 season having lost to Panania Diggers in round 2 after dominating for most of the game and creating great attacking chances which they were unable to convert.

Greenacre were also knocked out of Australia Cup on Tuesday night after a 2-1 loss to Phoenix FC.

With results not going Greenacre’s way, one thing is for certain, they will be looking to make amends for a poor start to 2023 with a win in round 4 over Yagoona Lions.

On the other hand, Yagoona Lions have started their season off in fantastic fashion.

Yagoona lions have been firing in front of goal with 11 goals scored in their first three games. With Jamie Bazevski scoring 6 of their 11 goals, they will be looking to him to continue to find the back of the net.

Although Yagoona Lions attack has been very strong, they will need to improve their defence as they have struggled to hold sides out and have conceded 7 gaols in their opening three matches.

With both sides eager to win for different reasons, you can expect a very attacking minded game that will go down to the wire.

 

Padstow United vs Revesby Workers, 4pm @ Playford Park

Previous Meeting: Padstow United 2-1 Revesby Workers – Round 20, 2022

Padstow United will play at their home ground for the first time this season as they take on Revesby Workers who will be determined to get their first points for the season.

Padstow United defeated Revesby Workers 2-1 in their last game of the 2022 competition season in a game which ultimately confirmed Revesby Workers would miss out on a finals spot in 2022.

Padstow United have not had their dream start to 2023 as they have only picked up 2 points in the opening 3 games and have not been able to claim victory in any of their matches.

Padstow United have struggled to hold a lead after scoring first in their opening 3 matches and they would look to be more disciplined in defense after scoring if they are to pick up a valuable 3-points in round 4.

Revesby Workers have had a tough start to the season playing three of the top four teams on the competition table.

Revesby have struggled defence conceding 17 goals in their opening three fixtures and it will not look any easier in round 4 as Padstow United are known for their quality in attack.

However, Revesby Workers will be eager to get the three points this weekend and will need a lot of focus and determination to get over a strong outfit in Padstow United.

With both sides looking for their first win of the season, expect both sides to come into this match willing to fight to the end to get a must need win to turned their poor starts to the season around.

 

Bankstown Sports Strikers vs Central Sydney Wolves, 8:30pm @ Padstow Park

Previous Meeting: Bankstown Sports Strikers 16-1 Central Sydney Wolves – Round 16, 2022

Bankstown Sports Strikers will take on Central Sydney Wolves at Padstow Park as the final match of the round.

The last time these sides met was in round 16 of 2022 when Bankstown Sports Strikers completely destroyed Central Sydney Wolves, a scoreline the Wolves will be looking to make up for in 2023.

Bankstown Sports Strikers started strong in their opening two rounds of the season as they were firing in attack and strong in defence.

Central Sydney Wolves will need to keep a close eye on Strikers number 9, Robson De Souza who has looked to be in good form to start his season as he scored 5 goals against Revesby Workers in round 2.

The strikers unfortunately lost their Australia cup game on Tuesday Night against Avoca F.C. and will be keen to get back to winning ways.

Central Sydney Wolves have looked much stronger in their 2023 season, however, have still been unable to find a win in their opening two matches.

Central Sydney Wolves captain, Saed Al-Zebdeh, will be very determined to lead his side to a victory as he plays his former side Bankstown Sports Strikers.

With the added incentive of making amends for their previous defeat against Bankstown Sports Strikers in 2022, the Wolves will certainly be ready for this challenge.

With two team hungry for a win this weekend, we are certain our final game of round 4 will not disappoint.

BUPL Round 3 Review

BUPL Round 3 Review

 

This week saw 4 competitive games with more teams finding their first points of the season and others starting to gain momentum and the top of the competition ladder.

This weeks Match of The Round saw Panania Diggers remain undefeated with a win over Revesby Workers with a game that was a tail of one half.

Meanwhile, Yagoona Lions continue their winning form as they defeated Padstow United while Padstow Hornets were able to defeat Bass Hill Rangers.

Elsewhere, Georges River Thistle were able to claim their first points of the season with a win over Central Sydney Wolves.

 

Match of the Round: Revesby Workers 1-5 Panania Diggers                                            Reserve Grade Score: Revesby Workers 0-1 Panania Diggers

The match of the round this week saw a first goal fest as Panania Diggers were able to claim their third win back-to-back-to-back to start off the competition.

The Diggers looked to start the game on the front foot early as they had not been able to scored a goal in the first 60 minutes in their previous two games.

It did not take long for the Diggers to score their first as Nicholas Vertsonis was able to find the back of the net in 6th minute.

Nicholas Vertsonis did not take his foot of the throttle as he then made it a brace for himself in the 8th minute before completing his hattrick in the 22nd minute to give his side a 3-0 lead before the sides had a drinks break and Revesby Workers had some time to regroup.

Panania Diggers continued to make chances in front of goal putting Revesby Workers goalkeeper, Stuart Grantham under a lot of pressure.

However, for the first time in the game, Diggers goalkeeper Logan Hession was forced into a clever one-on-one save as Workers attacker found himself in behind Diggers defence.

Diggers hero from round 2, Joshua Adams would find their 4th goal of the game as he scored in the 30th minute of the match before scoring his brace in 36th minute of the match when he beat a defender and scored and the keepers near post.

Before the end of the half, Revesby Workers were able to score off a corner as Bojan Hadzic found the back of the net in the 42nd minute.

The teams went into the halftime break with Panania Diggers up 5-1.

The second half was a lot quieter with neither side able to find the back of the net.

Revesby Workers goalkeeper proved important in the second half stopping a lot of shots at goal from the Panania attack.

Midway through the second half, Panania winger Thomas Tremolada found some space outside of the box with a drill shot to the goalkeeper right top corner, which Grantham was able to tip over the bar smartly with an out stretched arm.

With Panania unable to convert their attacks into a goal the game would end with Panania Diggers defeating Revesby Workers 5-1.

Panania will play take on undefeated Padstow Hornets at Padstow Park Friday night while Revesby Workers take on Padstow United at Padstow Park.

 

Padstow United 3-5 Yagoona Lions                                                                                     Reserve Grade score: Padstow United 0-1 Yagoona Lions  

Yagoona Lions were able to take all the three points against an undefeated Padstow United after a thrilling game which saw 8 goals scored in the 90 minutes.

Yagoona Lions were out for revenge after being knocked out in the MPL finals in 2022 by Padstow United.

However, it was Padstow United who would open the scoring when he found the back of the net in the 5th minute of the match to give Padstow the lead early.

Yagoona Lions would not drop their heads as they looked to put pressure onto the Padstow United defence.

Yagoona would find the equalizer in the 17th minute through an own goal by Padstow United’s number 9 Julian Och.

Yagoona Lions would continue their momentum into the 22nd minute when Jamie Bazevski found the back of the net to give his side a 2-1 advantage.

Steven Kotevski was able to find Yagoona Lions third goal of the match in the 45th minute as Yagoona Lions went up in the break 3-1.

Yagoona Lions came out firing in the break and continued to pile on the attacking pressure.

It was in the 51st minute when one of the inform players of the competition, Jamie Bazevski, would find his second goal of the match to make it goals in 3 matches and give his side a 4-1 lead.

Yagoona Lions number 9 Joshua Briskoski would score in the 53rd minute to put his side 4 goal up and a comeback from Padstow United looked impossible now.

However, Padstow did not drop their heads as they looked to create attacking opportunities which they would need to convert to get themselves back into the match.

An own goal from Yagoona lions Adrian Ristevski would give Padstow United in the 65th minute before Rafa Coutinho would score his second in the 75th minute.

However, that would be all she wrote with Yagoona Lions winning the game 5-3.

Yagoona Lions will visit Greenacre Eagles in round 4 as Padstow United play Revesby Workers at Padstow Park with both sides looking for their first win of the season.

 

Bass Hill Rangers 0-2 Padstow Hornets                                                                           Reserve Grade Score: Bass Hill Rangers 3-3 Padstow Hornets  

After a difficult start for Bass Hill Rangers for 2023 taking on two finalists from the 2022 finals, it did not get easier for them as they lost 2-0 to the 2022 champions, Padstow Hornets.

Padstow Hornets, having conceded first in their opening 2 matches, looked to open the game well creating a few attacking opportunities whilst staying solid at the back and not allowing Bass Hill many chances at goal.

However, their was not much action in the first half with both sides unable to convert any attacking chances at goal with the game going into halftime with both sides locked up at 0-0.

This would be the third game in a row where Bass Hill Rangers would go into half time at 0-0 proving how strong their defence has been in the opening half of their fixtures.

However, it would be Padstow Hornets who would come out stronger in the second half as hattrick scorer in the previous week, Mike Cklamovski would score the first goal of the match to give his side a 1-0 advantage.

Both sides would continue to create chances with Bass Hill looking to score an equalizer as well as Padstow Hornets looking to extend their lead to two goals.

The game would be put to bed in the 82nd minute as Mike Cklamovski would score his brace to help his side to a 2-0 victory.

Bass Hill will look to bounce back against Georges River Thistle in round 4 while Padstow Hornets will look to end Panania Digger winning form at Padstow Park.

 

Central Sydney Wolves 0-2 Georges River Thistle                                                                  Reserve Grade score: Central Sydney Wolves 4-1 Georges River Thistle

After a difficult first two rounds to the competition, Georges River Thistle proved they’re side that are ready to compete this season as they defeated Central Sydney Wolves 2-0.

Central Sydney Wolves showed a lot of promise against a strong squad in Padstow United last weekend, creating many attaching opportunities and they looked like the side that would control this game early.

However, it was Georges River Thistle who would score the opener early into the first half of the match as Joshua Thomas found the back of the net in the 10th minute.

With Central Sydney Wolves looking to equalize shorty after conceding, it would be Thistle who would score through their number 9, Mathew Tahere who would give his side a two-goal advantage in the 21st minute.

Although Central Sydney Wolves aimed to score before going into halftime, Thistle’s defence proved strong as they went into half time 2-0.

Everyone knows a 2-0 lead it one of the most dangerous score lines to defend in football and Thistle looked to be strong in the second half to not give Central Sydney Wolves a chance to come back in the second half.

Although the second half had a few chances in the second half with the best chances coming from the Wolves. Thistle would hold them out to give themselves a 2-0 victory and their first points of the season.

Central Sydney Wolves will take on Bankstown Sports Strikers in round 4 at Padstow Park as Georges River Thistle look to keep momentum going as they take on Bass Hill at Coleman Park.

 

BUPL Round 3 Preview

Some teams are finding form while others will be looking for their first points of the season in round 3.

The match of the round sees Revesby Workers eager to find form after a disappointing loss to Strikers, as they host Panania Diggers, who are on the hunt for their third straight win at Padstow Park this Saturday.

Elsewhere, Padstow United will take on Yagoona Lions as both sides are undefeated to start the competition, while Bass Hill Rangers will be looking for their first points of the season as they host Padstow Hornets.

A renewed Central Sydney Wolves will host Georges River Thistle looking for their first points of the season, while Greenacre Eagles host Bankstown Sports Strikers who have back-to-back wins to start the season.

 

Saturday 18th of March 2023

Match of the Round: Revesby Workers vs Panania Diggers, 7pm @ Padstow Park

Previous Meeting: Revesby Workers 2-1 Panania Diggers – Round 21, 2022

Revesby Workers will be looking to find their first points of the season as they host Panania Diggers at Padstow Park.

These two sides met twice last year in the 2022 Competition with Panania taking the three points in round 21 and both sides splitting the points in a 1-1 draw in round 10.

Revesby Workers have had a rough start to the season, recently losing to Bankstown Sports Strikers 9-1 in round 2.

They have struggled defensively conceding 12 goals in their first 2 rounds, so they will be looking to improve their defensive shape and structure coming into round 3.

However, Revesby Workers young gun Ashtun Letele, has looked strong in front of goal scoring a goal in each of their 2 opening fixtures and the workers will be looking to him again to get on the scoresheet and help them to their first points of the season.

Panania Diggers come into this fixture as one of the in-form sides of the competition as they look for their third straight victory to start the season.

Panania Diggers picked up an impressive 3-points last week to Greenacre Eagles as they were able to score in the 86th minute of the game to win the game 1-0.

Panania Diggers have looked very impressive in the later stages of the match as all four of their goals in the opening two rounds have come in the last 20 minutes of their games.

Panania Diggers will hope to utilise their fitness and impact substitutions to their advantage against Revesby Workers to claim the three points.

This week’s match of the round looks to be a blockbuster that will go all way the way to the 90th minute.

 

Padstow United vs Yagoona Lions, 3pm @ Allum Park

Previous Meeting: Padstow United 1-1 Yagoona Lions AET (Padstow won 5-4 after penalties) – Finals Series 2022

Both Padstow United and Yagoona Lions are undefeated in their opening two matches as Padstow United have drawn both their matches, and Yagoona Lions have picked up two wins.

The last time both these sides met was in the 2022 finals series as Padstow United knocked out Yagoona lions in a penalty shoot-out, so Yagoona will be out for revenge in round 3.

Padstow United may be undefeated in their first 2 matches, however they will be looking to pick up their first 3-points of their 2023 season.

John Martinez will be an outlet for Padstow United in attack as he looks to build on his first 2 goals for the season in last week’s 2-2 draw against Central Sydney Wolves.

Expect Padstow United to come out firing  as they will see this fixture as a must win game.

Yagoona Lions have had a dream start to their 2023 season winning both of their opening fixtures.

Yagoona Lions look to be a very determined side this year as they were able to come back from a 2-0 deficit last week to beat Bass Hill Rangers 3-2.

Yagoona Lions will be looking to inform attacker, Jamie Bazevski who has a scored a brace in each of their 2 opening games.

Expect this match to be filled with attacking chances as both sides will be eager to pick up the three-points.

 

Bass Hill Rangers vs Padstow Hornets, 3pm @ Walshaw Park

Previous Meeting: Padstow Hornets 5-1 Bass Hill Rangers – Round 3, 2021

New comers to the competition will be looking to put their first points on the board this weekend as they play the 2022 champions Padstow Hornets.

The last time these sides met was in round 3 of the 2021 season as Padstow Hornets eased to a 5-1 victory.

Bass Hill are the second of four sides looking to pick up their first points of the season.

Bass Hill showed a lot of promise last week in their 3-2 loss to Yagoona Lions.

Bass Hill looked strong going forward as they were able to score twice in the match to have a 2-0 advantage. However, they will be looking to tighten up their defence and keep focused for the full 90 minutes after conceding 3 late goals to Yagoona lion’s last weekend.

If they can bring the same focus and determination that they had in the first 65 minutes last week they could go a long way to beating the 2022 champions.

Padstow Hornets showed their winning form last weekend after a strong 4-1 victory to Georges River Thistle.

Hornets’ attacker Mike Cklamovski scored a hattrick in last week’s win and the Hornets will hope to see his name on the score sheet again this weekend.

Hornets will see this fixture as a must win game for their team as they will be looking to push for minor premiership this year, and they will be taking some strong momentum into the game this weekend.

This will be another match with plenty of excitement, as Bass hill Rangers have the hunger to earn their first points while Padstow Hornets will work hard for all three points.

 

Central Sydney Wolves vs Georges River Thistle, 3pm @Lockwood Park

Previous Meeting: Georges River Thistle 3-2 Central Sydney Wolves – Round 20, 2022

Central Sydney Wolves will be looking for their first win of their season as they play at home for the second week in a row against a Georges River Thistle looking for their first points of the season.

The last time these sides met was in their last game of the 2022 season, where Georges River Thistle were able to narrowly defeat the Wolves in a 3-2 thriller.

Central Sydney Wolves showed a lot of promise in their round 2 draw against Padstow United, where they were able to create numerous chances going forward.

Central Sydney Wolves captain Saed Al-Zebdeh showed his  leadership last weekend as he was a standout in their round 2 fixture as he controlled the game and was able to get on the score sheet after slotting away a penalty for his side.

Head Coach Bill Karafotias will be looking to his captain again to lead his side to their first win of the season and turn around their 2022 season woes.

On the other hand, Georges River Thistle will be eager to get their first points on the board after a two defeats in their opening 2 rounds.

Georges River have started fast in both of their opening fixtures having scored first in both matches. However, they will be looking to stay a lot more focused if they are to open the scoring again in this match.

With both sides eager to get the win, expect a thrilling 90-minute game with a lot of chances created at both ends.

 

Greenacre Eagles vs Bankstown Sports Strikers, 7pm @ Allum Park

Previous Meeting: Greenacre Eagles 0-6 Bankstown Sports Strikers – Round 21, 2022

Greenacre Eagles are looking for their first points of the season as they host unbeaten Bankstown Sports Strikers in the last game of our Rd 3 BUPL Competition.

The last time these two teams played each other was in round 21 of the 2022 competition where Bankstown Sports Strikers stormed past Greenacre in a 6-0 win, a result Greenacre will be looking to make amends for this Saturday night.

Greenacre looked strong in their first game of the 2023 season after a 1-0 loss to a strong Panania Diggers side.

Greenacre created a lot of attacking opportunities but were unable to find the back of the net, something they will be looking to rectify this weekend.

One thing is for certain, with Greenacre playing at their home ground Allum Park for the first time this season, they will look to bring a lot grit and determination to find their first points of the season.

Bankstown Sports Strikers have started fast this season with back-to-back wins.

The strikers look to be an attacking force this season after scoring nine goals against Revesby Workers last weekend, with inform striker Robson De Souza scoring 5 of them. Someone they will look to in attack again this weekend.

Expect this to be an encounter with plenty of fight as the Eagles look to defend their home turf against a strong side in Bankstown Sports Strikers.

BUPL Round 2 Review

BUPL Round 2 Review

 

Round 2 of the 2023 Bankstown Umbro Premier League saw even more action then round 1 as there were 57 goals scored over Reserve and First Grade as teams look to establish themselves in the competition.

The round 2 match of the round saw Yagoona Lions take home all 3 points against Bass Hill Rangers after an exciting encounter.

Elsewhere, Padstow Hornets found their winning form against Georges River Thistle, while Central Sydney Wolves and Padstow United ended level.

Bankstown Sports Strikers proved too strong for Revesby Workers, while Panania Diggers claimed back-to-back victories after beating Greenacre Eagles.

 

Match of the Round: Yagoona Lions 3-2 Bass Hill Rangers                                           Reserve Grade Score: Yagoona Lions 1-0 Bass Hill Rangers

Both Yagoona Lions and Bass Hill Rangers showed their determination and attacking prowess in what was an exciting opening fixture in round 2 at Padstow Park.

The opening half saw a very evenly matched showing with both sides finding opportunities however  both sides not able to provide a goal in the first half.

For the second week in a row both sides went into halftime locked up at the break.

Yagoona found a great opportunity in the first 30 second of the second half when debuting midfielder Prince Opoku beat two defenders and took a low-driven shot which was denied by Bass Hill’s goalkeeper.

In the 49th minute of the game, former Yagoona Lions attacker Mohammad Dubdub broke the deadlock, beating two Yagoona defenders and directing his shot low and hard into the bottom corner to give Bass Hill a 1-0 advantage.

Six minutes later, Bass Hill extended their lead with a long ball landing to the feet of Mohammed Karare who finished into an open net to double Bass Hill’s advantage.

However, in the 69th minute Yagoona Lions would find their way back in to the game Yagoona Lions goalkeeper, Hassan Hallak, played a ball into the Bass Hill box which landed to the feet of Matthew Zvezdakoski to score to bring the game back to 2-1.

In the 78th minute of the match , Yagoona lions were gifted a golden opportunity to score with the referee pointing to the spot after a foul in the penalty area. Star man Jamie Bazevski would step up to the spot and find the goalkeepers top left corner to bring the game to 2-2 with 12 minutes to play.

With a late turn to the tail, Yagoona Lion’s Daniel Briskoski played a ball that would find Jamie Bazevski in space who would find the back of the net in the 91st minute to get his second brace in 2 weeks and ultimately give Yagoona Lions a 3-2 lead in stoppage time.

In the 93rd minute, Yagoona Lions Jonathan Dalleh received his second yellow card of the match and was sent from the field with a red card. However, the result would end in a 3-2 victory to Yagoona Lions who completed an incredible comeback to win.

Bass Hill Rangers will play their first home match of the year at Walshaw Park in round 3 against Padstow Hornets, while Yagoona Lions will play Padstow United in round 3.

 

Georges River Thistle 1-4 Padstow Hornets                                                                     Reserve Grade Score: Georges River Thistle 1-5 Padstow Hornets               

Padstow Hornets claimed a massive victory away from home to give them their first win of the season.

The game started fast with Georges River Thistle finding the back of the net in the 1st minute of the match through their number 17 Mohammad Elzein.

However, Georges River Thistle 1-0 lead would not last too long as Padstow Hornets well known attacker Mike Cklamovski would even up the scores in the 11th minute.

In the 35th minute of the match we would see Mike Cklamovski score his brace to give the away side a goal advantage going into halftime.

In the second half, with Georges River Thistle chasing the match and Padstow Hornets eager to defend their advantage we wouldn’t see many chances as the score stayed at 2-1 in the early stages of the second half.

The Hornets scored in the 75th minute of the match with Mike Cklamovski sealing his hattrick to give his team a 3-1 lead with 15 minutes left of play.

Padstow Hornets Jamal Elbasha would score in the 82nd minute to seal the victory ending in a 4-1 defeat for Georges River Thistle as Padstow Hornets earn their first 3-points of the season.

Padstow Hornets will play Bass Hill Rangers away from home in round 3 as Georges River Thistle take on Central Sydney wolves looking for their first point for the season.

Bankstown Sports Strikers 9-1 Revesby Workers                                                         Reserve Grade Score: Bankstown Sports Strikers 10-1 Revesby Workers

Competition Heavyweights Bankstown Sports Strikers proved too strong for Revesby Workers as Strikers ran riot in the first half.

Bankstown Sports Strikers scored the first goal of the match early into the first half with Said Mamouni finding the back of the net in the 4th minute of the match.

Bankstown Sports Strikers quickly doubled their lead through a goal by their marquee signing, Rajniel Chand, in the 8th minute of the match.

Daniel Oliveira scored the home team’s 3rd in the 18th minute before well known striker, Esoghume Dominic, added to their tally 2 minutes later to bring the game to 4-0 in the first 20 minutes.

To make matters worse for Revesby Workers, Bankstown Sports Strikers number 9, Robson de Souza, would go on to score a 7 minute hattrick when he scored in the 25th, 28th and 32nd minute to make it 7-0 going into half time.

After a goal fest by Bankstown Sports Strikers in the first half, Revesby Workers looked to make up for their poor showing in the second.

Revesby Workers young star, Ashtun Letele would score in the 77th minute of the match giving his side a consolation goal before Bankstown Sports Strikers Robson de Souza scored in the 79th and 82nd minute to bring his tally to 5 and the score to 9-1 in favour of Bankstown Sports Strikers.

Revesby Workers will look to turn it all around as they play Panania Diggers in round 3, while Bankstown Sports Strikers will play Greenacre Eagles away from home at Allum Park.

 

Central Sydney Wolves 2-2 Padstow United                                                               Reserve Grade Score: Central Sydney Wolves 6-3 Padstow United

Central Sydney Wolves were able to pick up a point against a strong Padstow United as they look to turn around their disappointing 2022 season.

In the 16th minute of the game, Padstow United’s marquee striker John Martinez, opened the scoring as he was able to find the back of the net giving his side a 1-0 advantage.

However, Wolves did not drop their heads after conceding early into the game as one of their new signings, Vitor Fernandes da Guia scored a goal to level the game at 1-1.

It did not take long after conceding for Padstow United to be handed a golden opportunity to score after they were awarded a penalty due to some poor discipline in the box by Central Sydney Wolves. John Martinez stepped up to take the penalty and slotted it away to give his side the advantage once again with 7 minutes left in the half.

The whistle was blown and Padstow United would lead 2-1 going into the sheds at halftime.

Wolves came out in the second half looking to apply a lot of forward pressure to find their second goal as they created numerous chances going forward.

We would see our second penalty of the match come in the 59th minute as this time it was some poor defensive discipline by Padstow United in their penalty area. Wolves captain, Saed Al-Zebdeh would step up and convert his penalty to level the scores once again.

With 30 minutes left to play, both sides would look to find the winner, however both sides unable to do so. The contest would end 2-2 in a fantastic affair.

In round 3, a confident Wolves side will play at home again against Georges River Thistle, as Padstow United play Yagoona Lions looking for their first win of the season.

 

Panania Diggers 1-0 Greenacre Eagles                                                                                      Reserve Grade Score: Panania Diggers 4-1 Greenacre Eagles

Panania Diggers would win back-to-back games to start of their season in a fiery affair which saw 7 yellow cards handed out in the game.

On a warm night at Padstow Park, both sides at Padstow Park started the game off well with Greenacre attacking early with Panania Diggers holding out their attacking pressure well.

After the initial attacking onslaught by Greenacre Eagles, Panania started to take control of the game as they had done so well in their previous game.

The game went to half time at 0-0 with both sides looking very tired in what was a very fast and physical game.

Both sides came out in the second half looking to find the winner, with Greenacre looking to have a slight advantage, however Panania Diggers keeper making some great saves and their defence holding out the attacks well once again.

However, the winner would come late for Panania once again as in the 86th minute of the game as Panania’s Mitch Jeffs made a great run from deep followed by a rocket of a shot from outside the box which was well saved into the crossbar of his own goal. Fortunately for Panania, the rebound fell to the head of Joshua Adams who headed the ball into the back of the net to give them a 1-0 victory and the three points.

Panania Digger’s coaching staff was pleased with the result and his team’s performance commenting “In all honesty a draw was probably the deserved result but I felt along that one od us was going to pinch the winner so well done to my boys. Hopefully a bit cooler this week and we can continue our good start.”

Panania Diggers will take on Revesby Workers at Padstow Park in round 3, while Greenacre play at home to heavyweights Bankstown Sports Strikers.

BUPL Round 2 Preview

 

The Bankstown Umbro Men’s Premier League competition started off with a bang last week and Round two promises to be just as exciting.

The match of the round this week sees Premier League new boys Bass Hill Rangers take on strong starting Yagoona Lions at Padstow Park, which will be Bankstown Premier Leagues first Friday night game at it’s new Home of Football.

Meanwhile, Georges River Thistle will look to bounce back from their round 1 defeat as they host Padstow Hornets who are looking for their first win of the season, while strong starting Bankstown Sports Strikers will hope to get back-to-back wins to start the season as they take on Revesby Workers in round 2.

Panania Diggers will also be looking to continue positive start to the season as Greenacre will play them in their first game of the season, Central Sydney Wolves will be looking to start their season strong and right the wrongs from last season as they play at home to Padstow United in round 2.

 

Friday 10th March 2023

Match of the Round: Yagoona Lions vs Bass Hill Rangers, 8:30pm @ Padstow Park Synthetic

Previous Meeting: Yagoona Lions 3-2 Bass Hill Rangers – Round 5, 2021

Yagoona Lions will take on Bass Hill Rangers which will see our first ever Friday Night game at Bankstown’s new Home of Football, Padstow Park Synthetic.

Yagoona Lions will look to continue their strong start to the season after a 3-2 victory to Revesby Workers last week.

Yagoona Lions showed their fantastic attacking strike last week scoring three goals in their opening fixture. New signing Jamie Bazevski, opened his account for the season with two goals in round 1 and Yagoona Lions will be looking to him again in round 2.

However, Yagoona would have been disappointed with their team leaking goals last week and will hope for a more composed performance this round.

Bass Hill did not have their dream start to their season with a disappointing 3-0 loss in round 1 to Bankstown Sports Strikers.

To make matter worse, they will be without their number 6, Diego Herrera, as he was shown a straight red card in round 1.

However, Bass Hill showed a lot of promise in the first round taking on one of the heavyweights of the competition and they will be looking to take that same determination and effort into round 2.

Yagoona Lions took home the three points in their previous meeting in round 5 of 2021 so Bass Hill will know how much effort is needed for this victory.

 

Georges River Thistle vs Padstow Hornets, 8:30pm @ Coleman Park

Previous Meeting: Padstow Hornets 4-0 Georges River Thistle – Round 12, 2022

Georges River Thistle will play their second match in a row at Coleman Park, this time with Padstow Hornets visiting, who claimed victory in this fixture last season.

Georges River Thistle will be looking for more intensity throughout the full 90 minutes this week after a 3-1 defeat to Panania Diggers after conceding 3 straight goals late into the second half.

Although they may have lost last week, Georges River Thistle will take good momentum into this week after a positive first 70 minutes in the game against Panania Diggers.

Georges River Thistle will also be needing a positive impact from their bench this week due to few tired legs after their Australia cup match on Tuesday Night.

Padstow Hornets did not start their season how they would have liked as they had split the points with Padstow United in a 1-1 draw.

The Hornets are known for their strong attack as they averaged 4.8 goals per game last season, and they will be looking to their strong attacking duo of Neil Philippou and Mike Cklamovski this week as they lacked composure in front of goal in round 1.

After losing both of their games in 2022 to Padstow Hornets, Georges River Thistle will understand how difficult it is to pick up the points against the 2022 champions.

 

Saturday 11th March 2023

Bankstown Sports Strikers vs Revesby Workers, 3pm @ Padstow Park Synthetic

Previous Meeting: Bankstown Sports Strikers 1-0 Revesby Workers – Round 18, 2022

Bankstown Sports Strikers and Revesby Workers looks to be another big clash this weekend as we see our second match of the round played on Padstow Park Synthetic.

Bankstown Sports Strikers will be looking to build on last week’s 3-0 win to Bass Hill Rangers where there dominance in possession was crucial in their victory.

They proved in round 1 that they are going to be one of the teams to beat in the competition again this year with their composure in front of goal and their strong defence.

With their confidence high and finishing clinical, they will be looking to continue their start to the season with a win over Revesby Workers.

The Workers just fell short against Yagoona Lions in a 3-2 defeat at Middleton Park and will be looking to get their first point on the board this week.

They would have been disappointed with their start to the first and second half in round 1 as they conceded first in both halves and they will be looking to be more focused in the match this week.

Although last week was not the result they would have been looking for, they take many positives from round 1 as they looked dangerous in attack and were able to finish their chances.

With both sides showing promises in the opening round, Strikers with the want to win back-to-back and Revesby Workers hoping for their first points, look for this to be an entertaining match.

 

Central Sydney Wolves vs Padstow United, 3pm @ Lockwood Park

Previous Meeting: Padstow United 6-0 Central Sydney Wolves, Round 18 2022

Central Sydney Wolves play their first game of the season against Padstow United after Padstow United took out a 6-0 victory in round 18 of 2022 – meaning this fixture has a fresh new start.

Central Sydney Wolves will play their first match of the season after their round 1 fixture against Greenacre Eagles was postponed, meaning they could be the surprise package this week.

Bill Karafotias returns as the head coach of their BUPL squad, and he will be looking to get his squad firing in 2023.

As this year is a rebuild year for Central Sydney Wolves after last years woes, they will be looking for a solid 3 points to start their season.

Padstow United looked like a side with a point to prove in round 1 as they were able to pick up a draw with the 2022 champions Padstow Hornets.

They showed their strengths up front in round 1 as striker Rafa Coutinho was able to get on the score sheet and current BUPL player of the year, John Martinez looked strong upfront.

Padstow United will be looking for nothing less than three points this week as they looked to build upon promising signs against a historically strong opposition.

Anything could happen in this match with all the unknowns, making it an exciting prospect.

 

Panania Diggers vs Greenacre Eagles, 7pm @ Padstow Park Synthetic

Previous meeting: Panania Diggers 2-2 Greenacre Eagles, Round 2 2022

Panania Diggers and Greenacre Eagles took a point each in their second matchup last season as both sides will be looking for a tough three points this weekend.

Panania Diggers will be looking to continue their strong start to the season after a 3-1 victory over Georges River Thistle in round 1.

Panania will be looking for a stronger start in this fixture after scoring 3 late goals in round 1 to seal the victory.

However, they looked in good shape against Georges River Thistle and were able control the match through their midfield, and they will be looking for the same this weekend in the middle of the park.

Greenacre eagles will play their first match of the season after their round 1 fixture against Central Sydney Wolves was postponed, hoping to keep their momentum after some good form in pre-season.

Greenacre will be looking to their key players from their all-conquering all age men’s team to help their side start the season with three points.

This promises to be an exciting match up, with plenty of action in attack and defence as it will be our third and final fixture played out of Padstow Park in round 2.

BUPL Round 1 Review

The first round of the 2023 BUPL saw plenty of action with 32 goal scored across eight matches.

All four games would see a tale of two halves as they were all locked up at halftime with some thrilling second half performances.
The local derby between Greenacre Eagles and Central Sydney Wolves had to be postponed and will be re-scheduled shortly.

Padstow Hornets and Padstow United couldn’t be separated, while Panania Diggers were able to sneak past Georges River Thistle.

Elsewhere, Yagoona Lions held off a late surging Revesby Workers to claim the three points, while Bankstown Sports Strikers were able to ease there way to a win over the Bass Hill Rangers.

 

Match of the Round: Padstow Hornets 1-1 Padstow United
Reserve Grade Score:
Padstow Hornets 0-3 Padstow United

Padstow United were able too hold off the 2022 champions fiery attack as the two sides claimed a point each in the first round of the competition.

The fixture will go down in BUPL history as it was the first BUPL 1st grade match to be played out of Bankstown Football’s New Home of Football, Padstow Park Synthetic.

Padstow United put the pressure on early into the first half winning a lot of ball in midfield.

United were able to turn this pressure into a goal early as a lovely through ball from Padstow United’s midfield into their attackers started a quick counter, with one of their attacker’s playing a beautiful low driven cross into Rafa Coutinho on the back post to who slotted the ball away in the 11th minute.

Despite going a goal down, Padstow Hornet’s heads did not drop as they looked to create chances straight after conceding.

The second goal of the match wouldn’t come long after the first as Brendan Cklamovski scored in the 18th minute to bring the game back to 1-1.

The second half of the match saw chances missed on both ends with both teams attacks unable to find the winning goal. The match ended in a 1-1 draw as the 2022 finals series teams will be looking to get their first wins in round 2.

Padstow Hornets will take on Georges River Thistle at Coleman Park in Round 2, while Padstow United will also play away from home against Central Sydney Wolves in Round 2.

 

Bass Hill Rangers 0-3 Bankstown Sports Strikers
Reserve Grade Score:
Bass Hill Rangers 0-4 Bankstown Sports Strikers

Bass Hill Rangers did not have their dream return to the BUPL as they would have liked as Bankstown Sports Strikers eased to a 3-0 win.

The first 20 minutes of the game would see both teams evenly matched as both teams defences were able to hold out early pressure from their opposition.

However in the 22nd minute of the match, Bankstown Sports Strikers would be given a slight advantage for the rest of the match as Bass Hill’s number 6, Diego Herrera, would be issued a straight red card for a foul when challenging for a ball.

Bass Hill were able to hold out Bankstown Sports Strikers for the rest of the first half as the scored was all locked up at 0-0 at the end of the first half.

With all of the momentum from the first half, Striker’s would see their hard work pay off in the 52nd minute with a goal from Victor Fernandes after halftime substitute Pedro beat a defender down the right wing and went inside the 18 yard box to find Victor.

Bass Hill tried to find a much-needed goal throughout the second half. However, the one-man disadvantage would prove to costly for Bass Hill in the final 10 minutes of the game which saw substitute Cameron Campisi find the bottom corner in the 82nd minute before Robson Aparecido de Souza went on his left foot to score in the 89th minute.

Bankstown Sports Strikers coach Ali Hassan was very pleased with the result and the impact his subs made off the bench.

“Very happy with the result, especially seeing 2 of our new signings get on the scoresheet while keeping a clean sheet,” Hassan said.

Both sides will get their chance to play at Bankstown’s Home of Football, Padstow Park, in round 2 as Bankstown Sports Strikers take on Revesby Workers and Bass Hill Rangers play Yagoona Lions.

 

Georges River Thistle 1-3 Panania Diggers
Reserve Grade Score:
Georges River Thistle 0-7 Panania Diggers

Panania Diggers were able to claim the three points against Georges River Thistle after a thrilling late surge in the second half.

The first half would see the game evenly matched with both sides with Panania Diggers unable to take their attacking chances due to their final passes.

The first half would be locked up at 0-0 at halftime.

Georges River Thistle looked to come out of the dressing rooms revitalised for the second half as Fayez Ghamloush scored an early goal into the second half to give Thistle the lead.

Despite going a goal down, Panania started to control the match through their midfield which would see Thistle begin to tire out towards the last 20 minutes of the match.

Panania were able to turn their pressure into a goal which saw Joshua Adams score in the 73rd minute of the match.

Panania were able to continue their momentum which saw a goal by Nicholas Vertsonis in the 81st minute followed by a beautiful top corner striker by Max Stephens in the 84th minute.

Panania’s strong pre-season looked to have helped them claim a late 3-1 victory of Georges River Thistle.

Panania will take on Greenacre Eagles at Padstow Park in round 2, while Georges River Thistle will be at Coleman Park to take on the 2022 champions Padstow Hornets.

 

Revesby Workers 2-3 Yagoona Lions
Reserve Grade Score:
Revesby Workers 1-3 Yagoona Lions

Yagoona lions were able to hold out a late push from Revesby Workers, to claim the 3-points in a high scoring 3-2 encounter.

Yagoona Lions were able to start on the front foot early as their number 9, Joshua Briskoski, was able to find the back of the net in the 25th minute.

However, a determined Revesby Workers side did not drop their heads and were able to find the leveller in the 34th minute through a goal from their young star, Ashtun Letele.

The two sides would go into halftime locked up at 1-1.

Yagoona Lions would come out firing in the second half with one of their new recruits and a prolific scorer in Bankstown’s 2022 competition, Jamie Bazevski, scoring in the 48th minute to give Yagoona Lions a 2-1 lead.

Jamie Bazevski would then go on to score a brace in the 70th minute of the game which would give Yagoona Lions a 2 goal advantage.

With Yagoona Lions looking to have secured all 3-points, Revesby Workers did not give up at they piled on the pressure in the last 20 minutes of the game.

Revesby Workers Caleb Tall was able to score consolation goal in the 85th minute, however unable to add the third, Yagoona lions held on for a 3-2 victory.

Yagoona Lions will take on Bass Hill Rangers on Friday Night in round 2, while Revesby Workers will play high flying Bankstown Sports Strikers at Padstow Park on Saturday.

FREE Junior Girls Holiday Program – Term 1!

BDAFA will be running a FREE Girls Holiday program in Term 1.
BDAFA has brought in Bankstown United’s FFA accredited coaches to run the program.
All girls who participate in the program will receive free Jersey, Shorts, Socks, and ball for participating.
The program will run over 2 days with both days running for 3 hours each.
This program is aimed at getting Bankstown’s future Matilda’s excited for the football season and to continue to develop their skills.
Dates:
13th and 14th of April 2023 – Thursday and Friday of the first week of School Holidays
Times:
9am -12pm for both days (3 hours each day)
Venue:
Padstow Park Synthetic (Bankstown’s Home of Football)
Ages:
5 – 12-year-old Girls
Coaches:
The program will be run by FFA accredited Bankstown United Male and Female coaches!
Price:
Free! It also includes a full kit and a ball for no additional price
Enquiries / EOI email: football.development@bdafa.com.au
To register use the link below:

Champions of Champions

Commencing in 1968, the Champion of Champions tournament is one of the most prestigious tournaments in the footballing calendar, with champions (after having met Association eligibility criteria) from each association pitted against each other in a battle for supremacy.

Titles By Club:

Central Sydney Wolves - 6
Yagoona Lions - 5
North Bankstown - 5
Bankstown Sports Stars - 5
East Bankstown - 5
Panania Diggers - 4
Bass Hill Rangers - 4                                                                                                                                Birrong Sports - 3
Padstow United - 3
Revesby Workers - 3
Milperra Lions - 3
Condell Park - 2
Georges River Thistle - 2
Bankstown Sports Strikers - 2
Revesby Rovers - 1
Padstow RSL - 1
Greenacre Eagles - 1
Bankstown Thistle -1
Padstow Hornets - 1

Bankstown Football's Champions of Champions Winners:

1968
U10: North Bankstown (Foundation Title)
U12: Revesby Rovers (Foundation Title)
U15: Bankstown Sports (Foundation Title)
U16: Bankstown Thistle (Foundation Title)

1969
U10: Bass Hill
U11: North Bankstown
U12 Boys: North Bankstown                                                                                                                      U16 Boys: Yagoona

1970
U12 Boys: East Bankstown                                                                                                                            U8 Boys: Birrong Sports (Previously known as Regents Park)

1971
U11: Bankstown Sports
U13 Boys: Padstow RSL

1972
U7: Panania RSL
U8: Padstow United
U14 Boys: East Bankstown
U18 Boys: Bankstown Sports

1973
U12 Boys: Padstow United                                                                                                                          U17 Boys: Birrong Sports (Previously known as Regents Park)

1974
U11: Bass Hill Rangers                                                                                                                                    U18 Boys: Birrong Sports (Previously known as Regents Park)

1975
U16 Boys: Bankstown Sports

1976
AA Men: North Bankstown

1977
AA Men: North Bankstown

1979
U16 Boys: East Bankstown

1980
U9: Milperra Lions

1981
U11: Chullora

1982
U12 Boys: Chullora
U18 Boys: Panania RSL
U21 Men: Panania RSL

1983
U9: Chullora
U16 Boys: Chullora

1984
U14 Boys: Chullora

1986
U14 Boys: Bass Hill

1987
U12 Boys: Revesby Workers
AA Women: Panania (Foundation Title)

1988
U10: Revesby Workers
U15 Boys: Milperra Lions
U15 Girls: Bass Hill (Foundation Title)

1989
U15 Girls: Crest
U11: Revesby Workers

1991
AA Men: Greenacre

1992
AA Women: Condell Park

1993
U11: East Bankstown
U12 Boys: Yagoona
U21 Men: Bankstown Sports
AA Women: Condell Park

1994
U18 Boys: Padstow Hornets

1996
O35 Men: Padstow United (Foundation Title)

1999
U11: Yagoona
U21 Men: Milperra Lions

2000
U18 Boys: Georges River

2006
U12 Boys: Georges Hall Thistles
AA Men: Yagoona Lions

2009
AA Men: Yagoona Lions

2014
U13 Boys: Bankstown Sports Strikers

2020 & 2021
No tournament due to Covid-19 pandemic

Registrations for 2023 are open!

2023 Season is here!

2023 without a doubt will be one of the most exciting years for football in a long-time. As we come off an amazing Socceroos campaign at the FIFA Men’s World Cup, we now look forward to the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup being hosted in Australia. Meanwhile in Bankstown our clubs are getting ready to go and help build some future Matildas & Socceroos!

Padstow Park – Bankstown’s Home of Football!

This year Bankstown Football has it’s very own synthetic pitch! This will be the first ever Bankstown synthetic pitch providing access to our Grassroots clubs. This is very exciting news as will be able to use Padstow Park as a venue to run important events such as Grand Final Days and our Season Launch. This will also allow more of our local grassroots players the opportunity to play on a synthetic pitch!

Dribl – Register now!

BDAFA are please to announce that we will be centralising our registrations into the same hub as our competition. This will simplify the way you register to play in 2023 and make it easier for our clubs to manage their teams and player registrations.

Use the link below to register now!

https://registration.dribl.com/

Find a club!

If you are looking for a club to join in 2023, use the link below to find your club in the Bankstown competition.

https://bdafa.com.au/clubs/