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Report: Tight wins and close groups following Sunday's match-ups

The Australian Championship did not disappoint as Round 3 concluded on Sunday with a suite of dramatic clashes from high-scoring thrashings to tight upsets. Check out a recap from each game below.Heidelberg United 6 - 1 South HobartA blistering first half from Heidelberg guided t

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Round 3, Sunday Preview: Comeback experts and early high-flyers in action

Round 3 concludes on Sunday with five matches, which all have telling implications for those involved as the halfway point of the Australian Championship Group Stage is reached. Moreton City Excelsior v Sydney OlympicWatch live on SBS On Demand and Football Australia's YouTube.

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Report: Marconi and MetroStars emerge victorious on Super Saturday

Marconi Stallions and MetroStars have both secured crucial wins on Super Saturday in Round 3 of the 2025 Australian Championship.Marconi picked up a comfortable victory against fellow New South Wales side Wollongong Wolves, while MetroStars earned their first win of the tournamen

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Round 3, Super Saturday Preview: Crucial early match-ups await

There are two more crucial clashes on Super Saturday, with an all-NSW match-up in the early kick-off and a couple of teams chasing their first win in the competition. Marconi Stallions v Wollongong WolvesWatch live on SBS and SBS On DemandKick-off: 1:00 pm (AEDT)Venue: Marconi

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Preston Lions and Avondale play out first goalless stalemate in Australian Championship

Round Three of the Australian Championship kicked off with the first scoreless draw of the competition, with home side Preston Lions unable to find a way through Avondale FC.The result means that Avondale remain on top of Group C, but given the flow of chances in the fixture, Pre

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Round 3, Friday Preview: Victorian big hitters kick-off the weekend

The spotlight returns to Victoria for the start of Round 3 of the Australian Championship as two NPL powerhouses battle for vital points on Friday night. Preston Lions v AvondaleWatch live on SBS On Demand and the Football Australia YouTube channel.Kick-off: 7:35 pm (AEDT)Venue

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Melbourne derby to kick off Round 3

Two of Victoria’s most ambitious National Premier League clubs reignite their rivalry on the national stage on Friday night, as Preston Lions host Avondale FC at Genis Steel Stadium to kick off the third round of the Australian Championship.In what shapes as a pivotal Group C cla

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How to Watch: Round 3 of the Australian Championship

It's almost time for Round 3 of the Australian Championship and, as we reach the halfway point of the group stages, here is everything you need to know about how to tune into the action. In a mouthwatering clash at Genis Steel Stadium, this Friday, 24 October, Preston Lions host

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Group C underdogs set for blockbuster showdown

If there’s one group that’s already captured the chaos and charm of the Australian Championship, it’s Group C. Those who picked up Joey Kay’s SOKKAH 25 magazine will know he labelled Group C the “Group of Risers” and so far, it’s living up to that tag.Canberra Croatia and NWS Sp

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Team of the Week, Round 1 and 2: New stars begin to emerge on the national stage

The Australian Championship has finally arrived and is already producing matches and moments that have excited and captured the interest of communities across Australia.At the heart of those moments are players who have already made the new national stage their own.

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Match Official appointments: Australian Championship 2025 - Round 3

The Match Official appointments for Round 3 of the Australian Championship have been confirmed by Football Australia. For the list of appointments from 24-26 October see below.Preston Lions FC v Avondale FCFriday 24 October 2025Genis Steel Stadium7:35 PM (Local)7:35 PM (AEDT)Refe

Aquek half-way goal steals show at Lakeside for Hellas

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Aguek half-way goal steals show at Lakeside for Hellas

Manny Aguek stole the spotlight for South Melbourne as the Australia Cup top goalscorer painted a masterpiece in front of 3,395 fans at Lakeside Stadium — scoring from more than 50 yards out while the hosts were down to ten men.The win continued South’s strong start in the Austra

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WATCH: Entertainment galore as goals fly in on Sunday

The Australian Championship continued to deliver with entertainment and dramatic finishes as goals flew in on Sunday to conclude Round 2.Canberra Croatia 3-2 Preston Lions Canberra Croatia came from behind twice to edge out Preston Lions in the first of two exciting early kick-o

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Round 2, Sunday Preview: More intriguing clashes await

Round 2 of the 2025 Australian Championship concludes on Sunday with a set of five fixtures, as teams looks to build some early form in the competition. Sydney Olympic v Broadmeadow MagicWatch live on SBS On Demand. Kick-off: 1:00 pm (AEDT) Venue: Jubilee StadiumTwo teams that s

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Report: Plenty of goals on Super Saturday as Marconi and Heidelberg seal big wins

There were big wins for two teams on Super Saturday in Round 2 of the 2025 Australian Championship as Group B opened up.Marconi were comprehensive victors over South Hobart, and Heidelberg United battled to a solid win over Wollongong Wolves. Marconi Stallions 4-0 South HobartThe