Western Sydney Wanderers return to Allianz Stadium on Saturday night for the highly anticipated Ninja A-League Sydney Derby, part of a thrilling double-header.
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Following their first win in over two months, the Red & Black will be looking to build on their strong form and secure consecutive victories for the first time since February last year.
The Wanderers enter the clash off the back of a hard-fought 2-1 triumph over Central Coast Mariners at Polytec Stadium.
Holly Caspers was the standout performer, netting both goals, with her second a superb header from Talia Younis’ precise cross. The victory highlighted the squad’s growing cohesion, resilience, and attacking threat, providing perfect momentum heading into the derby.
Sydney FC, meanwhile, come into the fixture following a 0-0 draw with Perth Glory at Sam Kerr Football Centre.
The Sky Blues controlled large passages of the match, creating multiple chances, but were unable to break through thanks to excellent goalkeeping from Heather Hinz and key defensive interventions.
Currently sitting 10th on the ladder, Sydney will be desperate to claim the bragging rights in the city and add three points to their tally.
The sides last met earlier this season in a tightly contested Ninja A-League derby at Marconi Stadium, finishing 0-0. Western Sydney showed attacking promise throughout, with Sham Khamis and Ella Buchanan making crucial saves and blocks, while the team’s composure and defensive organisation ensured they shared the points with the Sky Blues.
On Saturday, the Wanderers will look to combine that defensive solidity with their attacking threat.
Players like Caspers, Younis, Ella Buchanan, Amy Harrison, and Yuan Cong will be central to the team’s plans, driving forward and testing the Sydney backline. Goalkeeper Sham Khamis will again be relied upon to maintain composure under pressure as the Red & Black aim to make their home advantage count.
Members and fans can expect a fast-paced, high-intensity derby.
With the momentum of their recent win, the Wanderers will be looking to ignite their season in front of the home crowd and claim the ultimate city bragging rights.
