Altona Magic has pulled off a 3-1 upset over the Fawkner Blues to keep the survival flame dimly lit in Football Federation Victoria men’s State League 1.
The under-fire Altona side is four points behind Sunbury United but has a golden opportunity to close the gap to one point when the sides square off at Paisley Park at 6pm on Saturday.
Altona East Phoenix obtained a crucial point in its quest for safety in a 1-1 draw away at Keilor Park. Yarraville Glory enjoyed a 3-1 win over Hume United in State League 2, moving up to third.
Williamstown beat Western Eagles 2-1 away in State League 3 on Saturday.
Altona North remains in slight danger of relegation in State League 4 after a 4-0 thrashing at the hands of Surf Coast.
