Sydney Derby Showdown: Western Sydney Wanderers Women Host Undefeated Sydney FC Women
The "Sydney Derby" in the A-League Women is set to ignite at Marconi Stadium, as Western Sydney Wanderers Women host their formidable cross-town rivals, Sydney FC Women. This clash is not merely a battle for bragging rights but also a crucial opportunity for the Wanderers to overturn their recent struggles against their adversaries, while Sydney FC aims to maintain their undefeated start to the season.
Match Background & Qualification Scenarios
This eagerly anticipated Sydney Derby is part of the 2025-26 A-League Women season, also known as the Ninja A-League due to sponsorship, which commenced on October 31, 2025. For Western Sydney Wanderers Women, this is more than just a regular league match; it's a battle for pride against their perennial rivals. Historically, the Wanderers have not managed to defeat or even score against Sydney FC since 2019, making this game a significant opportunity to rewrite that narrative. Sydney FC Women have had a strong start to the season, aiming to extend their undefeated run and solidify their position at the top of the league table. As of December 5, 2025, Sydney FC Women boast an impressive record of two wins and two draws from four matches, accumulating 8 points and ranking among the league's top teams. In contrast, Western Sydney Wanderers Women have recorded one win and three losses in their four outings, securing 3 points.
Recent Form
Western Sydney Wanderers Women have had a challenging start to their season, with a record of one win and three losses from their opening four matches. Their most recent fixture, on November 21, 2025, saw them fall 0-1 to Newcastle Jets Women. Prior to that, they secured a 1-0 victory over Brisbane Roar Women on November 15 but suffered defeats to Melbourne Victory Women (1-4 on November 9) and Perth Glory Women (1-3 on October 31). Sydney FC Women, in contrast, are in excellent form, remaining undefeated in their first four matches with two wins and two draws. Their latest result was a 1-0 triumph against Central Coast Mariners Women on November 22, 2025. This followed a 2-0 win over Perth Glory Women on November 14 and a 2-2 draw with Melbourne City Women on November 1. Their sturdy defense has been a key factor in their unbeaten streak.
Key Players & Injury News
Key players for Western Sydney Wanderers Women include captain Amy Harrison, Olivia Price, and the attacking duo of Kim So-eun and proven goalscorer Holly Caspers, who will be vital for their offensive efforts. For Sydney FC Women, captain Natalie Tobin is a cornerstone of their solid defense, while Mackenzie Hawkesby plays a crucial role in midfield. Other notable players include Heather Hinz and Madison Ayson. As the match date is in the future, there are currently no specific new injury reports for either team.