Essendon Royals are thrilled to announce the re-signing of midfielder Ali Eyigun to their senior men’s squad ahead of the upcoming 2025 VPL2 season. Eyigun returns for a second full-season at the Royals after joining the club during the mid-season window in the 2023 campaign, after a three year stint at Pascoe Vale. The midfielder […]
Essendon Royals are thrilled to secure the signature of three young stars ahead of the upcoming 2025 NPLW Victoria season, with the arrivals of Cobi Wilbert, Jesse Armstrong and Renee Pocock. The trio all stood out playing at both senior and Under 20 level last season for Calder United and FC Bulleen Lions respectively. Wilbert […]
Essendon Royals are thrilled to announce the re-signing of experienced defender Phil Riccobene to their senior men’s side ahead of the 2025 VPL2 season. Riccobene joined the club after a nine season stint stint at Avondale, where he made over 100 top flight appearances for the Avengers and served as senior men’s captain. The defender […]
Essendon Royals thrilled to announce the arrival of youngster Minami Yamasaki ahead of the 2025 NPLW Victoria season. Yamasaki joins the Royals after spending last season with Brunswick Juventus’ Under 20s side, where she was a regular throughout the entire campaign. She previously spent many years as part of Calder United’s youth setup, going on […]
Essendon Royals are thrilled to announce the arrival of talented goalkeeper Ava Walters ahead of the 2025 NPLW Victoria season. Walters arrives at the club from the reigning champions Heidelberg United, where she featured throughout their incredible run to silverware last season. Prior to her time at the Bergers, Ava played for Box Hill United […]
The Essendon Royals Soccer Club is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Pantalidis as the new Club Treasurer. Following the resignation of Jenny Palmisano, the club’s executive committee voted on her replacement. The vote was carried unanimously in support of Chris, reflecting the committee’s confidence in his ability to manage this vital role. Chris […]
Essendon Royals thrilled to announce the arrival of Maya Stankovic to our senior women’s team ahead of the 2025 NPLW Victoria season. Maya joins the club after starring in State League One last season with Doveton and previously captained Noble Park United prior to her move to the former. The centre-back also spent time at […]
Club great Matteo Ballan will depart Essendon Royals after four brilliant years at Cross Keys Reserve. Ballan joined the Royals from Werribee City in 2021, following multiple years of playing at the highest level in Victoria for the likes of FC Bulleen Lions, Pascoe Vale, and Fawkner Blues. The Italian immediately made an impact at […]
Essendon Royals are thrilled to announce the signing of young forward Betti Michael to their senior women’s side ahead of the 2025 NPLW Victoria season. Michael arrives at Cross Keys from reigning NPLW Victoria premiers and Nike FC Cup champions FC Bulleen Lions, after arriving from 2023 champions South Melbourne – who she played for […]
Essendon Royals have continued to solidify their squad heading into the 2025 NPLW Victoria season with the signing of versatile midfielder Emma Langley. The 27-year-old joins the club after eight seasons plying her trade in the top-flight of women’s football in Victoria. Langley started her Victorian career with Heidelberg United, where she scored 12 goals […]
