PCYC Parramatta Eagles defeated Inner West Hawks 4‑2 in an entertaining Australia New South Wales League 2 clash on 18 July 2026. The match, which kicked off at 15:00 at Inner West’s home ground, saw plenty of goals and end‑to‑end action as the Eagles soared to a deserved victory.

Eagles take early control

PCYC Parramatta Eagles signalled their intent from the first whistle. They opened the scoring in the 12th minute when striker Nathan Collins headed in a cross from the left. The Eagles doubled their lead just seven minutes later—midfielder Josh Harris drove forward and unleashed a powerful shot from 20 yards that flew into the bottom corner. Inner West Hawks struggled to contain the visitors’ fluid attack, and it was 3‑0 in the 35th minute: a swift break saw winger Alex Wilson slot home after a defensive error.

Hawks rally but Eagles hold firm

Inner West Hawks showed character after the break. They pulled a goal back in the 51st minute through a close‑range finish from forward Liam Cooper, and then made it 3‑2 in the 66th minute when midfielder Tom Chen’s free‑kick took a deflection and looped over the keeper. The momentum briefly swung, but PCYC Parramatta Eagles steadied themselves and restored their two‑goal cushion in the 78th minute. Substitute James Harper latched onto a through‑ball and slotted past the advancing goalkeeper. The Eagles managed the game well in the closing stages to secure a 4‑2 win.

Key highlights

• Nathan Collins (Eagles): Opened the scoring and led the line effectively.
• Josh Harris (Eagles): Scored a superb second goal and controlled midfield.
• Liam Cooper (Hawks): Gave the Hawks hope with his second‑half strike.

What the result means

PCYC Parramatta Eagles move up to fourth place in the New South Wales League 2 standings with this victory. For Inner West Hawks, the defeat leaves them in the bottom half, but their spirited fightback will encourage their supporters.