Murdoch Uni Melville 5–3 Willip
Western Australia State League 1 | 25 July 2026

Murdoch Uni Melville produced a goal‑filled display to defeat Willip 5–3 in an entertaining State League 1 encounter. The home side’s attacking firepower proved too much for a Willip side that fought back twice but ultimately could not contain Melville’s relentless pressure.

Match Overview

Murdoch Uni Melville raced into a two‑goal lead inside the first twenty minutes, capitalising on defensive errors. Willip pulled one back just before the half‑hour mark, but Melville restored their two‑goal advantage before half‑time. The second half followed a similar pattern: Willip struck early to make it 3–2, only for Melville to respond with two quick goals. Willip grabbed a late consolation, but the result was already beyond doubt.

Key Moments

• 10′ – Goal (1–0): Melville open the scoring with a composed finish after a defensive mix‑up.
• 19′ – Goal (2–0): A long‑range strike doubles the lead.
• 27′ – Goal (2–1): Willip pull one back from a corner.
• 39′ – Goal (3–1): Melville’s striker nets from a through ball.
• 52′ – Goal (3–2): Willip reduce the deficit again with a penalty.
• 60′ – Goal (4–2): Melville restore the two‑goal cushion.
• 68′ – Goal (5–2): A clinical counter makes it five.
• 82′ – Goal (5–3): Willip score a late consolation.

Standouts

Melville’s front three were in devastating form, with two players scoring braces. Willip showed character to keep fighting but were let down by defensive lapses. The win lifts Melville into the top four of the State League 1 table.