Stirling Macedonia and Armadale SC Play Out Hard-Fought Draw in NPL Western Australia

A compelling contest at Macedonia Park on 25 July 2026 ended 1-1 as Stirling Macedonia and Armadale SC shared the spoils in the Western Australia National Premier Leagues. Both sides displayed attacking intent from the first whistle, making for an entertaining afternoon of football.

Armadale SC took the lead against the run of play in the 32nd minute. A swift counter-attack caught the Stirling defence off guard, and the Armadale striker finished clinically past the onrushing goalkeeper. Stirling Macedonia responded well and dominated possession for the remainder of the first half, but lacked the final touch in front of goal.

After the break, Stirling intensified the pressure and eventually found the equaliser in the 61st minute. A teasing cross from the right flank was met by a powerful header from the home team’s centre-forward, who directed the ball just inside the post. The stadium erupted as the scoreboard read 1-1.

Both teams pushed for a winner late on. Armadale nearly snatched all three points when a dangerous free kick forced a sprawling save from the Stirling goalkeeper. In the end, a draw was a fair reflection of an open match in which defences were often caught out.

Post-match analysis: Stirling Macedonia remain solidly mid-table, while Armadale SC will view this as a missed opportunity to climb into the top four. The result keeps both teams in the hunt for finals football with the season approaching its business end.

Key stats: Stirling Macedonia 1 – Armadale SC 1. Possession: 58% to 42%. Shots on target: 5 each.