A-League
Western United has announced the signing of Angus Thurgate for the next three A-League Men’s seasons. The talented young midfielder arrives from Newcastle Jets where he has spent the last six seasons, debuting as a 17-year-old in 2018. Thurgate said he was buzzing to start a new challenge with Western United and was looking forward to creating some history.
NPL
Altona Magic’s tough run of matches has continued with the side losing to Hume City on Saturday night in the National Premier League. The match was set to be heading for a draw, before Hume scored in the 86th minute to take the lead. Magic couldn’t find an equaliser giving Hume the win. The Magic sit ninth on the table with five wins after 14 rounds. The Magic this week host South Melbourne on Saturday night.
WRFL
Spotswood got one back against Caroline Springs in the Western Region Football League women’s division 1 competition on Saturday. Last season’s grand finalists, it was the Wolves who dominated the game with 18 scoring shots to just three. While the Wolves couldn’t make the most of their opportunities, the Wolves won 5.13 (43)-1.2 (8). In the other division 1 match, Werribee Centrals beat Yarraville Seddon, 7.7 (49)-4.2 (26).
FV
Altona City continued its good form in the FV state league 1 north-west on Saturday. Facing Corio, Altona City won 4-2. Yarraville Glory had to settle for sharing the points after a 1-1 draw with the Brimbank Stallions. Altona City sits on top, while Yarraville is in sixth spot. Altona East Phoenix sits second in the state league 2 north-west, following a 1-1 draw with the Geelong Rangers.
