Peninsula Power Women 2–3 The Gap NPL (w) | Australia Queensland State Women’s League

In a thrilling encounter on 24 July 2026, The Gap NPL (w) edged past Peninsula Power Women 3‑2 in the Australia Queensland State Women’s League. The match at the Peninsula Power Sports Complex was a showcase of attacking football, with momentum swinging back and forth before the visitors secured a vital three points.

Fast Start from The Gap

The Gap came flying out of the blocks, taking the lead inside the first ten minutes. A well‑worked move down the right saw winger Chloe Adams deliver a cross that forward Sarah Lee headed home with authority. Peninsula Power responded well, equalising midway through the first half through midfielder Olivia Chen, who curled a shot from the edge of the area that beat the goalkeeper at her near post.

Second‑Half Drama

The second half began with The Gap regaining the lead, this time through a powerful strike from outside the box by captain Emma Thompson. Peninsula Power refused to wilt and levelled again in the 65th minute when a corner was scrambled home by centre‑back Grace Williams. However, the decisive moment arrived in the 78th minute: a defensive mix‑up allowed The Gap’s substitute, Lily Brown, to nip in and poke the ball past the onrushing keeper.

Standout Performances

• Emma Thompson (The Gap NPL) – the captain led by example with a goal and a tireless midfield display.
• Olivia Chen (Peninsula Power) – her equaliser was a moment of individual brilliance, and she continued to threaten throughout.
• Lily Brown (The Gap NPL) – the super‑sub scored the winner and caused problems with her pace.

League Position

The victory lifts The Gap into third place in the Queensland State Women’s League standings, keeping them in touch with the top two. Peninsula Power remain in fifth but will take heart from their fighting spirit in a match that could have gone either way. With the season approaching its climax, every point is precious.