After a tough start to the week, the Western Sydney Wanderers return to Wanderers Football Park on Saturday for a daunting challenge against top-of-the-table Canberra United.
With Round 9 ending in a heavy defeat to Adelaide United and Round 10 seeing a late loss to Wellington Phoenix, Geoff Abrahams’ side will be looking to reset quickly during a tight turnaround.
The Red & Black will be eager to bounce back in front of their home crowd, particularly now that the Phoenix’s star striker Sabitra ‘Samba’ Bhandari has left Sydney without adding to her tally at Wanderers Football Park.
Canberra United come into the clash riding a wave of confidence, keeping their undefeated streak alive thanks to a dramatic late winner from Sienna Dale.
The young Canberra squad has shown their attacking quality in recent weeks, with players like Mary Stanic-Floody and Sofia Christopherson providing the ammunition for Dale and Sasha Grove.
For Western Sydney to claim any points, their defence will need to be resolute, replicating the organisation and discipline they displayed during their 0-0 Sydney Derby draw against Sydney FC.
Fans can expect a fast-paced, high-intensity encounter, where resilience, composure, and timely defending will be key if the Wanderers are to upset the league leaders on home soil.
