Lachie Charles

In October 2024, City Academy graduate goalkeeper Lachie Charles signed his first professional contract, inking a three-year deal at City.

Charles, who started his journey with the Melbourne City Football School before joining the Academy, progressed through City’s entire Player Development Pathway.

It’s Charles’ play with the ball at his feet paired with his impressive decision-making ability which makes his playing out from the back extremely strong. His strength in the air and shot-stopping abilities have earned him recognition as one of the Academy’s most promising goalkeepers.

In July 2025, he made his senior debut in the Australia Cup, where he was a standout between the sticks making a number of crucial saves. Charles also enjoyed a stellar season for the Club’s academy side who earned promotion following his penalty shoot-out heroics, he was later crowned VPL1 Goalkeeper of the Year at Football Victoria’s 2025 Gala Night.