Match Summary
NWS Spirit defeated Sydney FC U23 1:0. The match was played in New South Wales NPL 2023. Goals were scored by M. Cahill 11′. NWS Spirit made 4 substitutions, Sydney FC U23 made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between NWS Spirit and Sydney FC U23 — 1 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
assist: O. Wiggin
Lineups
NWS Spirit lined up in a — formation under D. Perković, while Sydney FC U23 deployed a — under J. Van Weeren.
Midfield Control
NWS Spirit field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Sydney FC U23'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.
Age & Experience
The average age of NWS Spirit's starting XI is 26.5 (youngest: K. Shaw (21), oldest: L. Lobo (35)), while Sydney FC U23 average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, NWS Spirit have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Sydney FC U23 show 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
NWS Spirit
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Head to Head
NWS Spirit and Sydney FC U23 have met 2 times — NWS Spirit won 1, Sydney FC U23 won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. 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 1 matches (50%). 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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Drawn
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Sydney FC U23
Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 23 Mar 2026