Sunday was a special day for Murray United, with our CPL Girls travelling to Melbourne to play their Round 14 fixtures at the Home of the Matildas, while our NPL Boys battled through their penultimate round of the regular season.

With just one game left in the NPL season, the race for finals spots is still alive — and Round 15 promises to be decisive.

JBNPL1 – U17 Boys

Final Score: 1–6 Loss
Goal Scorer: Oli
A bright start saw Murray control the tempo in the opening stages, but Oakleigh’s clinical finishing soon turned the tide. Defensive lapses proved costly as the visitors took control, yet the boys fought to the end, with Oli’s header from a corner providing a deserved reward. Debutant Christian made his first appearance for the 17s, while Asher once again impressed playing up from the 15s.
High Performance Players: Oli, Pieter, Nate, Richard

JBNPL2 – U14 Boys

Final Score: 1–1 Draw
Goal Scorer: Cameron Harb
In their final home game of the season, the U14s fought hard to keep their finals hopes alive. Werribee struck first from a free kick, but Murray stayed in the contest, with keeper Elijah producing a string of superb saves. Persistence paid off late when Huddy won a penalty, converted calmly by Cam Harb. A resolute defensive finish ensured the points were shared.
High Performance Players: Elijah Sommerfield, Leo Mason, Victor Wang

JBNPL2 – U15 Boys

Final Score: 1–2 Loss
Goal Scorer: Hunter Neville
After a slow first half, Murray found more spark after the break, with Hunter pouncing on a defensive error to level the scores. A late penalty to Werribee proved the difference in a tight, competitive contest.

JBNPL2 – U16 Boys

Final Score: 1–0 Win
Goal Scorer: Koby Shields
In a disciplined performance, the U16s stuck to their defensive plan and struck through Koby’s penalty just after the hour mark. Werribee pushed hard late, but Murray’s defence held firm to secure the win. Milestone games for Jack Ryder (100) and Koby Shields (150) added to the occasion.
High Performance Players: Jack Ryder, Koby Shields, Leroy Ogesare, Keiran Flanagan, Hamish Gasser, Lachlan Burt

CPL Girls – Round 14 at the Home of the Matildas

U13 Girls

Final Score: 2–1 Win
Goal Scorers: Matilda C, Pamela D
A dream start saw Matilda curl a stunning opener straight from a set piece, before Pamela’s second-half free kick sealed a composed and disciplined victory.
High Performance Players: Matilda C, Pamela D, Aria H

U15 Girls

Final Score: 0–1 Loss
Against the league’s top team, the U15s grew into the game, dominating spells of the second half. Despite the result, the team’s energy, creativity and resilience shone through.
Top Player: Inanay G
Impact Players: Zoe F, Sibel P, Carly O

U17 Girls

Final Score: 1–5 Loss
Goal Scorer: Sibel
After holding Bendigo scoreless for the first half, the U17s were undone by quick goals after the break. Sibel’s well-taken finish was a highlight in a match where the score didn’t reflect the tightness of play.
High Performance Players: Eve Lassey, Stella Maloney, Jenna Ruhbaum, Pippa O’Connor

A Memorable Day for the Club

For our girls, playing at the Home of the Matildas wasn’t just about the scoreline — it was about the experience, inspiration, and pride of wearing the red and white on one of Australia’s most iconic football stages. For our NPL Boys, Round 14 was about grit, growth, and keeping the dream alive heading into the final week of the regular season.

Next weekend will be huge — with finals places still within reach, expect nothing less than full commitment from every Murray United player who steps onto the pitch.