Women’s Match Preview: Royals take on Alamein in last tune-up before finals as they look to secure all-important top two finish

Essendon Royals’ senior women will be in action for the final time in the NPLW Victoria home and away season, when they take on Alamein in their final tune-up before finals football at Cross Keys Reserve. Royals were held to a 2-2 draw against second-placed Preston Lions in wet and wild conditions at BT Connor […]
Match Report: Adeyemi Hat-Trick Powers Royals to Victory, but Srbija Clinches Premiership Despite 3-0 Loss

Essendon Royals ended their 2024 season on a high note with an emphatic 3-0 victory over FC Melbourne Srbija, thanks to a brilliant hat-trick from Jordan Adeyemi. Despite the loss, Srbija still secured the VPL2 Premiership after North Sunshine Eagles were held to a dramatic 4-4 draw by Goulburn Valley Suns. Adeyemi also claimed his […]
Match Report: Royals Draw 2-2 with Preston in Tense Finals Preview

In a thrilling NPLW Victoria showdown at BT Connor Reserve, Essendon Royals secured a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Preston Lions, setting the stage for an intense finals series. The match was marked by dramatic shifts in momentum and showcased the high stakes both teams faced as they vied to not only put themselves in pole […]
Women’s Match Preview: Royals gear up for heavyweight clash against fellow finals contender Preston

Fresh off securing a top-four finish, Essendon Royals’ senior women’s side will look to continue their momentum heading into the finals when they head to BT Connor Reserve to face fellow contender Preston Lions on Friday night. Royals’ place in the top-four was locked in after coming back from a goal down to defeat Bentleigh […]
Holiday Inn Match Preview: Royals look to play spoiler to Srbija party when they take the field for the final time in 2024

Essendon Royals’ senior men play their final match of the 2024 season this Saturday afternoon, when they head to Kevin Bartlett Reserve to face an FC Melbourne Srbija side that’s looking to wrap up the VPL2 Premiership. Our weekly previews are brought to you by the Geelong Holiday Inn, as we look ahead to the upcoming […]
Match Report: Royals Clinch Finals Spot with 3-1 Comeback Victory Over Bentleigh

In a critical NPLW Victoria clash at Cross Keys Reserve, the Essendon Royals overcame a first-half deficit to secure a 3-1 victory against Bentleigh Greens, cementing their place in the finals in their debut season. The Royals began the game under challenging circumstances, and they were forced to make several late adjustments. With key players […]
Royals Clinch Victory in Final Home Game with Last-Minute Kelly Strike

Essendon Royals ended their home campaign on a high note with a dramatic 1-0 win over Boroondara-Carey Eagles at Cross Keys Reserve on Friday night. In a match that saw both sides battle fiercely, it was a moment of brilliance from captain Graham Kelly in the dying moments that secured all three points for the […]
Essendon Royals announce trials and Expressions of Interest for 2025 Kanga and A-Community Teams

The Essendon Royals Soccer Club is excited to announce that Expressions of Interest (EOI) are now open for our Boys U8-U13 Kanga/A Team trials. This is a fantastic opportunity for young players born between 2012 and 2017 to join our elite training programs, with trial dates set to take place throughout September. Our Kanga/A teams […]
Holiday Inn Match Preview: Royals return to action for final home game of the season against Boroondara-Carey Eagles

Essendon Royals’ senior men’s side return to action this Friday night for their final home game of the 2024 VPL2 season, when they play host to Boroondara-Carey Eagles at Cross Keys Reserve. Our weekly previews are brought to you by the Geelong Holiday Inn, as we look ahead to the upcoming rounds of action. Before last […]
Women’s Match Preview: Finals berth within reach as Royals look to close in on top four spot against Bentleigh

Essendon Royals’ senior women will look to take a huge step towards sealing a place inside the top four of the NPLW Victoria standings, when they take on Bentleigh Greens at Cross Keys Reserve. At the completion of the catch-up round, the Royals sit in third place on the ladder, six points ahead of fifth […]