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1 July 2023 at 06:00

New South Wales NPL · Season 2023
Referee: S. Lucas

Match Summary

Blacktown City defeated Sydney Olympic 3:1. The match was played in New South Wales NPL 2023. Goals were scored by T. Major 9′, J. O'Brien 16′, C. Mendy 51′, R. O'Donovan 73′. Sydney Olympic made 5 substitutions, Blacktown City made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Sydney Olympic and Blacktown City — 4 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.

Sydney Olympic
Blacktown City
Kick Off
9′
T. Major

assist: J. O'Brien

Half Time
W. AngelJ. Cresnar
46′
S. McIllhattonJ. Simmons
46′
M. VakisFábio Ferreira
59′
D. BurgessA. Parkhouse
59′
62′
C. MendyR. Awaritefe
W. MutchH. Gligor
66′
67′
T. MajorC. De Oliveira
R. O'Donovan

assist: H. Gligor

73′
87′
M. ShabowM. Lewis
Full Time

Lineups

Sydney Olympic lined up in a — formation under L. Haliti, while Blacktown City deployed a — under M. Crittenden.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Sydney Olympic is —, compared to 6.69 for Blacktown City. 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. Sydney Olympic's highest-rated starter is —, while Blacktown City's best-rated player is A. Berry (6.69).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Sydney Olympic have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Blacktown City's starters account for 1 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by A. Berry (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Midfield Control

Sydney Olympic field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Blacktown City's 11 rated 6.69. 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 —% for Sydney Olympic and 83% for Blacktown City. 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

Sydney Olympic's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Blacktown City. 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 Sydney Olympic's starting XI is 30.1 (youngest: O. Puflett (26), oldest: W. Angel (36)), while Blacktown City average 27.0 (youngest: T. Burnie (23), oldest: T. Prendergast (30)). 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

Sydney Olympic's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 19 for Blacktown City. 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.

Sydney OlympicPosition StrengthBlacktown City
Avg Rating
6.69
MID (11 v 11)6.69
0G 0A1G 1A
Sydney Olympic
20MIDC. Parsons
5MIDZ. Gordon
3MIDM. Neill
15MIDW. Mutch
14MIDM. Vakis
8MIDS. McIllhatton
10MIDD. Burgess
7MIDW. Angel
2MIDP. Politis
99MIDR. O'Donovan
9MIDO. Puflett
Blacktown City
1MIDT. Prendergast
4MIDL. Campbell
12MIDT. Burnie
21MIDC. Mendy
10MIDM. Shabow
19MIDA. Berry6.71G1A
5MIDG. Lynch
8MIDJ. O'Brien
18MIDN. O'Brien
15MIDI. Palacios
7MIDT. Major

Substitutes

11A. Parkhouse
1N. Sorras

Substitutes

6M. Lewis
42O. Henderson
14C. Jackson-Brown

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Sydney Olympic have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Blacktown City show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.

Sydney Olympic

WDLWLL

Blacktown City

LWDWLD

Head to Head

Sydney Olympic and Blacktown City have met 2 times — Sydney Olympic won 0, Blacktown City won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Blacktown City leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (2 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 2–2 in 2025.

0

Sydney Olympic

1

Drawn

1

Blacktown City

Goals: 2Goals: 4

Recent Meetings (2)

28 Jun 2025Sydney Olympic0 – 2Blacktown City
15 Mar 2025Blacktown City2 – 2Sydney Olympic

API data: 23 Mar 2026

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