Box Hill Women and FC Bulleen Lions Share Spoils in Victorian Cup Draw

A tightly contested Australia Victorian Women’s Cup tie between Box Hill Women and FC Bulleen Lions Women ended in a 2-2 draw on 30 June 2026. The match, played at Box Hill’s home ground, saw both sides take the lead at different stages before settling for a point each.

Match Details

Box Hill opened the scoring in the 18th minute when striker Sarah Mitchell latched onto a through ball and slotted past the keeper. The lead lasted only ten minutes, as FC Bulleen Lions equalised through a well-placed header from midfielder Chloe Roberts following a corner.

In the second half, FC Bulleen Lions took the lead for the first time in the 52nd minute via a penalty converted by forward Emma Lee after a handball decision. Box Hill responded strongly and equalised in the 71st minute: a long-range effort from captain Jessica Nguyen that deflected off a defender and looped into the net.

Key Moments

• 18’ – Mitchell gives Box Hill an early lead.
• 28’ – Roberts heads in the equaliser for Bulleen Lions.
• 52’ – Lee scores from the penalty spot to put Bulleen ahead.
• 71’ – Nguyen’s deflected strike restores parity.
• 85’ – Box Hill’s substitute goalkeeper made a crucial save to deny a late winner.

Standout Players

Box Hill’s Jessica Nguyen was influential in midfield, not only scoring but also creating two chances. For FC Bulleen Lions, right-back Emily Tran made several overlapping runs and provided the cross for the first equaliser.

Cup Context

The draw means both teams earn one point in the group stage of the Victoria Women’s Cup. Box Hill will face South Melbourne Women next, while Bulleen Lions take on Alamein FC. A win in those fixtures could prove decisive for qualification to the knockout rounds.