Hyundai A-League clubs’ FFA Cup summary

After three match days in the Westfield FFA Cup Round of 32, seven Hyundai A-League clubs remain after two huge boilovers.

STORY SO FAR

NPL clubs have really taken it to Hyundai A-League opposition, underlining the importance of the FFA Cup for these clubs and their improved level of play and preparation.

It’s been wonderful seeing NPL clubs blossom in the FFA Cup.

For example, for the first time, an NPL side had a two goal lead over A-League opposition when Blacktown went 2-0 up over the Mariners on Wednesday night.

And NPL Victoria club Heidelberg thoroughly deserved their 1-0 win over Perth Glory on Tuesday night this week.

There are no more NPL v A-League fixtures but with two all A-League clashes on August 9 to complete the Round of 32, we’ll end with five A-League clubs in the Round of 16 this year.

RESULTS SO FAR FOR HYUNDAI A-LEAGUE CLUBS

Heidelberg 1-0 Perth Glory

Highlights: Heidelberg v Glory

Peninsula Power 0-2 Melbourne City

City boss satisfield with win over Power

Western Sydney Wanderers 1-0 Wellington Phoenix

WATCH: Riera wins it late

Blacktown City 3-2 Central Coast Mariners

Highlights: Blacktown v Mariners

Darwin Rovers 0-8 Sydney FC

Sydney FC’s future on show in Cup rout

MD 4 FIXTURES FOR HYUNDAI A-LEAGUE CLUBS (August 9)