The Essendon Royals are thrilled to announce the reappointment of championship-winning coach, Vince Battiato, as the Senior Women’s coach for the club’s inaugural NPLW season. Under Battiato’s leadership, the Royals have experienced a meteoric rise, achieving back-to-back promotions and taking the side from State League 1 to the top-flight in just two seasons. The 2023 […]
Essendon Royals can now confirm our trial schedule for our 2024 JBNPL Squads. With the 2023 season now concluded, the Essendon Royals are delighted to share Week 1 of our Trial Schedule for our JBNPL Program. Date Age Group Time Location Mon 9th Oct JNPL u15 5:30pm – 7pm JH Allan Reserve, Park Dr, Keilor […]
The Essendon Royals are elated to announce the return of Michael Curcija as our Technical Director for the upcoming season. A stalwart of the club, Michael’s name has become synonymous with the Royals’ ethos and values since he first stepped onto the pitch as a senior coach in 2012. While he made significant strides as […]
The Essendon Royals are thrilled to announce the reappointment of Vaughan Coveny as the Head of Football for the upcoming 2024 season. As we gear up for another exciting year of football, it’s reassuring to know that a seasoned professional like Vaughan will be at the helm, guiding our teams to greater heights. “I’m incredibly […]
At the Home of the Matildas, the VPLW Grand Final unfurled a tale of resilience, determination, and footballing brilliance as the Essendon Royals scripted a remarkable comeback to edge past the formidable Spring Hills Stallions 3-2. Facing a 2-0 deficit with just 15 minutes to play, the Royals looked set to miss out on a […]
A big day at Cross Keys in the final round of the season where the Essendon Royals VPLW squad secured the championship on a thrilling final day. Needing a win against Ringwood; who had been one of the few teams to take points from them this season; and hoping for Brunswick to not get maximum […]
The Essendon Royals Soccer Club has recently been informed about an ongoing investigation led by the Victorian Independent Broad-based Anti-Corruption Commission (IBAC) into the conduct of Moonee Valley City Councillors. While the exact nature of the allegations has not been disclosed to us, we understand that these investigations revolve around the potential bribery of Council […]
Join the Royals Legacy: 2024 Community Football Program At Essendon Royals, we believe in more than just football. We believe in community, growth, and passion. Our legacy is built on the foundation of nurturing talent, fostering a love for the game, and creating an environment where dreams take flight. As we gear up for the […]
The Essendon Royals Football Club is thrilled to congratulate our Senior Women’s program on achieving promotion to the National Premier Leagues Victoria Women (NPLW) for the 2024 season. This marks a historic moment for the club, as our Senior Women will be competing in the highest level of competition available in the state. Over the […]
In the final game of the NPL3 season, the Essendon Royals put up a valiant effort against the champions, Caroline Springs George Cross, but ultimately fell short in a 1-0 defeat. Despite the loss, the Royals showcased their depth and future potential with several young players making their mark. The only goal of the match […]
