Melbourne City has confirmed our squads for a big Sunday of football, with both our Men’s and Women’s sides set for important away fixtures.
It shapes as a huge afternoon and evening for City fans, with our City Women first in action against Western Sydney Wanderers in a 4:00pm kick-off, before attention quickly turns west where our Men take on Perth Glory from 7:00pm (AEDT).
Both Head Coaches Michael Matricciani and Aurelio Vidmar have named strong extended squads for their respective clashes, with key inclusions across both teams as we continue our push in the closing stages of the season.
For our City Women, there’s a significant boost with the return of Holly McNamara, who has missed the past two fixtures while on international duty with the Matildas at the AFC Women’s Asian Cup. With the Final against Japan set to be played on Saturday night, her availability will depend on her involvement at international level, but her inclusion provides a welcome lift ahead of a crucial clash.
Young midfielder Izabella Rako has again been promoted to the extended squads, while the remainder of the group remains settled as City looks to build on a strong run of form in the race for the Premiers Plate.
Over in the Men’s squad, there is also a major inclusion with Andrew Nabbout returning after a two-month absence due to a calf injury. His return adds valuable experience and attacking depth as City looks to build momentum following an impressive midweek win over Sydney FC.
Liam Bonetig and Lawrence Wong have both been promoted, providing further depth across defence and midfield, while Andreas Kuen will miss the trip to Perth through suspension due to yellow card accumulation.
Round 20 ALW Squad
3. Danielle TURNER, 5. Taylor OTTO, 6. Leticia MCKENNA, 7. Danella BUTRUS, 8. Alexia APOSTOLAKIS, 9. Holly MCNAMARA, 10. Izabella RAKO, 11. Deven JACKSON, 12. Shelby McMAHON, 13. Rebekah STOTT, 14. Laura HUGHES, 15. Chinaza UCHENDU, 16. Karly ROESTBAKKEN, 17. Kaya JUGOVIC, 18. Leah DAVIDSON, 21. Aideen KEANE, 22. Bryleeh HENRY, 23. Melissa BARBIERI (GK), 24. Malena MIERES (GK).
In: 9. Holly MCNAMARA (returns from international duty), 10. Izabella RAKO (promoted).
Out: Nil.
Unavailable: 2. Ellie WILSON (ankle), 20. Caitlin KARIC (hamstring).
Round 22 ALM Squad
1. Patrick BEACH (GK), 2. Harrison DELBRIDGE, 4. Liam BONETIG, 8. Ryan TEAGUE, 11. Elbasan RASHANI, 13. Nathaniel ATKINSON, 14. Daniel ARZANI, 15. Andrew NABBOUT, 16. Aziz BEHICH (C), 17. Max CAPUTO, 19. Zane SCHREIBER, 22. Germán FERREYRA, 26. Samuel SOUPRAYEN, 28. Marcus YOUNIS, 35. Medin MEMETI, 36. Harry SHILLINGTON, 39. Emin DURAKOVIC, 40. James NIEUWENHUIZEN (GK), 41. Lawrence WONG, 47. Kavian RAHMANI.
In: 4. Liam BONETIG (promoted), 15. Andrew NABBOUT (returns from injury), 41. Lawrence WONG (promoted).
Out: 30. Andreas KUEN (suspension).
Unavailable: 7. Mathew LECKIE (hip), 10. Takeshi KANAMORI (knee), 21. Alessandro LOPANE (quad).
