Head coach Alen Stajcic has named his extended squad for Saturday night’s season opener against Melbourne City at CommBank Stadium.
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The 2025/26 Isuzu UTE A-League season kicks off in style this Saturday night as the Western Sydney Wanderers host reigning champions Melbourne City at CommBank Stadium.
Wanderland will be alive with energy as members fans return to cheer on a squad determined to make its mark from the very first whistle.
The Wanderers’ extended squad for this blockbuster opener features a blend of experienced leaders and exciting new talent, including captain Lawrence Thomas, attacking threats Kosta Barbarouses, Brandon Borrello, and Alou Kuol, and new midfield signings Steven Ugarkovic and Angus Thurgate, who are set to make an immediate impact.
At the heart of the defence, the formidable pairing of Alexander Bonetig and fan-favourite Anthony Pantazopolous , who impressed throughout last season, are part of the extended squad and will look to continue to provide strength and stability.
Western Sydney Wanderers FC squad: 2. Gabriel CLEUR, 3. Alexander GERSBACH, 4. Alexander BONETIG, 5. Dylan SCICLUNA, 6. Mohamed AL-TAAY, 8. Steven UGARKOVIC, 9. Kosta BARBAROUSES, 17. Jarrod CARLUCCIO, 19. Ruon TONGYIK, 20. Lawrence THOMAS, 21. Aydan HAMMOND, 22. Anthony PANTAZOPOULOS, 23. Bozhidar KRAEV, 25. Joshua BRILLIANTE, 26. Brandon BORRELLO, 30. Jordan HOLMES, 31. Aidan SIMMONS, 32. Angus THURGATE, 39. Awan LUAL, 45. Alou KUOL
Ins: N/A
Outs: N/A
Unavailable: Nil
