Bentleigh Greens Women 1–1 Alamein Women
Victoria Women’s Premier League | 26 June 2026, 16:15 AEST

A fiercely contested mid-table clash at Kingston Heath Reserve ended all square as Bentleigh Greens Women and Alamein Women played out a 1–1 draw in the Victoria Women’s Premier League. The result keeps both sides in touch with the top four but does little to separate them in a tightly packed league standings.

Match Overview

With both teams entering the fixture on the back of mixed form, the opening exchanges were cautious. Bentleigh Greens, playing on home turf, looked to impose themselves early through high pressing, while Alamein Women sat deep and relied on quick transitions. The first half was a tactical chess match, with neither side able to carve out clear‑cut chances until the half‑hour mark.

Key Moments

• 23rd minute – Alamein created the first real opportunity when winger Mia Taylor cut inside from the left and forced a sharp save from Bentleigh goalkeeper Sarah Jenkins.
• 38th minute – GOAL (1‑0) – Bentleigh Greens broke the deadlock through a well‑worked set piece. A corner from the right was flicked on at the near post, and central defender Emily Carter arrived unmarked at the back post to volley home from close range.
• 52nd minute – GOAL (1‑1) – Alamein responded immediately after the restart. A swift counter‑attack caught the Bentleigh backline off guard, and forward Chloe Nguyen slotted a low finish past the advancing Jenkins after a precise through‑ball from midfield.
• 68th minute – Bentleigh thought they had regained the lead when a deflected shot crept toward the net, but Alamein goalkeeper Emma Foster reacted brilliantly to push the ball onto the crossbar.
• 83rd minute – Tensions flared as a late tackle resulted in a yellow card for Bentleigh midfielder Olivia Russo (Alamein’s Jessica Hall also saw yellow for retaliation).

Tactical Story

Bentleigh Greens started with a 4‑3‑3 shape, looking to use width from full‑backs to stretch Alamein’s compact defence. Their goal came from a set‑piece – a recurring weapon for the Greens this season. However, after taking the lead, they dropped deeper, inviting pressure. Alamein adapted at half‑time, switching to a more direct approach and exploiting the space behind Bentleigh’s high defensive line. The equaliser was a textbook example of their counter‑attacking threat. Despite late pressure from the hosts, Alamein’s defensive discipline held firm to secure a valuable point on the road.

Standout Players

• Emily Carter (Bentleigh Greens) – The centre‑back not only scored the opening goal but also made several crucial interceptions and aerial clearances. Her commanding presence was vital in keeping Alamein’s forwards quiet for long spells.
• Chloe Nguyen (Alamein Women) – A constant menace with her pace and movement, Nguyen took her goal clinically and was the primary outlet for Alamein’s counter‑attacks. Her work rate off the ball also disrupted Bentleigh’s build‑up play.

Table Impact

The draw leaves Bentleigh Greens Women in 5th place on 22 points, while Alamein Women sit just one point behind in 6th. With the top four separated by only three points, every result carries extra weight as the season approaches the halfway mark. Both teams will look to return to winning ways in their next fixtures – Bentleigh travel to third‑placed Heidelberg United, while Alamein host bottom‑side Bayside United.

For more on the Australia Victorian Women’s Premier League standings, including top scorers and upcoming fixtures, stay tuned to our dedicated league coverage.