Match Summary
Blacktown City and Manly United drew 2:2. The match was played in New South Wales NPL 2021. Goals were scored by B. Gibson 23′, J. Bandiera 66′, D. Pandurevic 74′ (pen.), L. Campbell 90′. Blacktown City made 5 substitutions, Manly United made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Blacktown City and Manly United — 4 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
assist: S. Rooney
Penalty
assist: J. Bandiera
Lineups
Blacktown City lined up in a — formation under M. Crittenden, while Manly United deployed a — under A. Griffiths.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Blacktown City is 6.69, compared to — for Manly United. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Blacktown City's highest-rated starter is A. Berry (6.69), while Manly United's best-rated player is —.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Blacktown City have contributed 1 goals and 1 assists this season, led by A. Berry (1G). Manly United's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Midfield Control
Blacktown City field 11 midfielders averaging 6.69, versus Manly United's 11 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 83% for Blacktown City and —% for Manly United. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Blacktown City's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Manly United. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Blacktown City's starting XI is 28.3 (youngest: J. O'Brien (27), oldest: T. Prendergast (30)), while Manly United average 25.5 (youngest: F. Ashton (25), oldest: J. Piriz (26)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Blacktown City's starters average 19 league appearances each, versus 0 for Manly United. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Blacktown City have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Manly United show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Blacktown City and Manly United have met 2 times — Blacktown City won 0, Manly United won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Manly United leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (3 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 23 Mar 2026