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20 August 2023 at 05:00

New South Wales NPL · Season 2023
Referee: K. Davies

Match Summary

Blacktown City and Wollongong Wolves drew 1:1. The match was played in New South Wales NPL 2023. Goals were scored by T. Ofuka 49′, C. De Oliveira 90′. Blacktown City made 3 substitutions, Wollongong Wolves made 1.

Match Events

Key match events between Blacktown City and Wollongong Wolves — 2 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.

Blacktown City
Wollongong Wolves
Kick Off
Half Time
R. AwaritefeC. De Oliveira
46′
49′
T. Ofuka

assist: A. Masciovecchio

G. LynchB. Berry
70′
M. LewisC. Jackson-Brown
76′
76′
A. MasciovecchioN. Darjani
C. De Oliveira

assist: B. Berry

90′
Full Time

Lineups

Blacktown City lined up in a — formation under M. Crittenden, while Wollongong Wolves deployed a — under D. Carney.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Blacktown City is 6.69, compared to — for Wollongong Wolves. 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 Wollongong Wolves'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). Wollongong Wolves'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 Wollongong Wolves'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 Wollongong Wolves. 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 Wollongong Wolves. 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 24.6 (youngest: C. Henderson (20), oldest: A. Berry (28)), while Wollongong Wolves average 26.1 (youngest: T. Butkovic (22), oldest: B. Kanaizumi (32)). 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 Wollongong Wolves. 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.

Blacktown CityPosition StrengthWollongong Wolves
6.69
Avg Rating
6.69 MID (11 v 11)
1G 1A0G 0A
Blacktown City
20MIDC. Henderson
6MIDM. Lewis
4MIDL. Campbell
12MIDT. Burnie
10MIDM. Shabow
19MIDA. Berry6.71G1A
5MIDG. Lynch
8MIDJ. O'Brien
18MIDN. O'Brien
9MIDR. Awaritefe
7MIDT. Major
Wollongong Wolves
13MIDT. Butkovic
8MIDS. Mapet-Riak
23MIDW. Scott
5MIDB. Kanaizumi
88MIDC. McStay
7MIDM. Beattie
21MIDE. Beaven
9MIDT. Ofuka
24MIDL. Scott
25MIDA. Masciovecchio
14MIDJ. Trew

Substitutes

16B. Berry
14C. Jackson-Brown
1B. Denton
15I. Palacios

Substitutes

Recent Form

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

Blacktown City

LWDWLD

Wollongong Wolves

WDWLLW

Head to Head

Blacktown City and Wollongong Wolves have met 2 times — Blacktown City won 2, Wollongong Wolves won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Blacktown City leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 2 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (2 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–0 in 2025.

2

Blacktown City

0

Drawn

0

Wollongong Wolves

Goals: 2Goals: 0

Recent Meetings (2)

31 Aug 2025Blacktown City1 – 0Wollongong Wolves
17 May 2025Wollongong Wolves0 – 1Blacktown City

API data: 23 Mar 2026

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