A-League
Western United striker Michael Ruhs is headed for a new opportunity after his A-League Men’s contract finished. Ruhs departs Western United after two-and-a-half years, after being a deadline day signing in February 2023 and went on to register 51 games for the club. Ruhs scored eight goals in that time, most notably bagging a brace in the first-ever men’s match at Ironbark Fields in Tarneit, contributing to a stunning 4-2 win. After confirming his departure from the west, Ruhs spoke of the special environment he has felt at the club.
AFL Victoria
Victoria’s 20 state and metropolitan football governing bodies have aligned with AFL Victoria to formally endorse a unified strategic direction for the game’s future. The newly established Victorian Community Football Charter is a culmination of more than two years of collaboration. It marks the first time the state’s football bodies have aligned under a shared philosophy that through strong relationships, clearer governance, and effective structures, Victorian community football can thrive.
VPL
Werribee City wasn’t able to overcome an early deficit in the Victorian Premier League 2 competition on Friday night. Box Hill United scored in the seventh minute on Friday and that would be the difference in the game, with Box Hill winning, 1-0. The Bees sit in 11th spot, four points clear of bottom.
FV
Hoppers Crossing had to share the points with Altona North in the FV state league 3 north-west competition on Saturday. The Reds took the lead in the 19th minute through Ivan Silic, before Altona North hit back in the 34th minute. It was an arm wrestle in the second half, with the sides having to settle for a 1-1 draw. The Reds sit ninth on the table. In state league 4 west, Point Cook beat Barwon, 4-1. West Point’s match with Barnstoneworth United was postponed.
