VPL
It was a tough night for Werribee City on Friday night in the Victorian Premier League 1 competition. Facing Brunswick City, the Bees had their worst performance of the season, losing 5-0. Brunswick did the damage early to lead 3-0 at half time before capping it off in the second half. After five rounds, the Bees have one win, two draws and two losses. The Bees this week host Langwarrin on Friday night.
Australia Cup
Hoppers Crossing and Point Cook are both through to the fourth round of the Australia Cup. The Reds in their first game of the knockout competition, beat the Whittlesea Ranges, 2-1 on Friday night. The Reds led at half time 1-0, before both teams scored in the second half. Point Cook hosted Melton Phoenix on Friday night, also winning 2-1 after scores were locked at 1-1 at half time. West Point was due to play Sunbury United on Sunday, after deadline.
Football
Those who suffer a head knock while playing football will have to sit out for at least three weeks under changes to the AFL’s concussion protocols. The new protocol will operate in all other Australian football competitions, including the Victorian Football League and VFLW, Coates Talent Leagues and all community football competitions for senior and junior players. For more, head to ow.ly/vHZG50QPAhk.
A-League
Western United had mixed results on the weekend in the A-League competitions. The men’s side was able to come away with a 3-1 win against the Western Sydney Wanderers. There were no goals in the first half, before the Wanderers opened the scoring. United would score three goals late to seal the win. The women’s side had a disappointing night against Sydney FC, losing 3-1.
