Subiaco AFC edged out Kingsley Westside 2-1 in a tightly contested Western Australia State League 1 encounter at home on 18 July 2026. The match, which kicked off at 15:00, saw Subiaco take all three points in a fixture that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle.

First‑half dominance gives Subiaco the lead

Subiaco AFC started brightly, pressing high and forcing Kingsley Westside into early errors. The home side’s midfield, led by their experienced captain, controlled possession and created several chances. It was no surprise when Subiaco broke the deadlock in the 22nd minute—a well‑worked corner was met by a powerful header from centre‑back Liam O’Connor, giving the keeper no chance. The goal lifted the home crowd, and Subiaco doubled their advantage just before half‑time. A swift counter‑attack caught Kingsley’s defence out of shape, and striker Jake Morrison slotted home from close range after a precise through‑ball.

Kingsley fight back but fall short

Kingsley Westside came out with renewed energy in the second half. They pushed forward with greater urgency and pulled a goal back in the 58th minute when midfielder Daniel Anderson curled a free‑kick over the wall and into the top corner. The visitors continued to press, but Subiaco’s defence held firm, with goalkeeper Michael Reeves making two crucial saves in the final ten minutes. Subiaco saw out the 2‑1 victory, a result that strengthens their position in the upper half of the Western Australia State League 1 table.

Key performers

• Liam O’Connor (Subiaco AFC): A commanding presence at both ends, scoring the opener and winning numerous aerial duels.
• Jake Morrison (Subiaco AFC): His goal and tireless running caused problems for Kingsley’s backline all afternoon.
• Daniel Anderson (Kingsley Westside): Scored a stunning free‑kick and was the visitors’ most creative outlet.

What it means

Subiaco’s win moves them to third place in the league table, while Kingsley Westside remain in mid‑table, still searching for consistency. The result also extends Subiaco’s unbeaten run at home to four matches.