UWA-Nedlands FC Women 1-3 Perth SC Women | Western Australia Women's League

Perth SC Women claimed a convincing 3-1 victory away to UWA-Nedlands FC Women in the Western Australia Women's League on 26 April 2026. The result maintains Perth SC's strong form and piles pressure on UWA-Nedlands, who struggled to contain the visitors' attacking quality despite a spirited effort.

Match Overview

Perth SC Women were the better side from the outset, dominating possession and creating the clearer chances. Their fluid attacking movement caused constant problems for the UWA-Nedlands defence, which was forced into last-ditch tackles and clearances throughout the first half. UWA-Nedlands defended deep and looked to counter, but found limited success against a well-drilled Perth backline.

Goal Sequence

Perth SC broke the deadlock in the 17th minute when a precise through ball split the UWA defence, allowing their striker to round the goalkeeper and slot home. They doubled the lead shortly after the half-hour mark with a powerful strike from the edge of the area that flew into the top corner.

UWA-Nedlands pulled one back early in the second half, capitalising on a defensive mix-up to score from close range. This sparked a period of pressure from the hosts, but Perth SC absorbed it well and restored their two-goal cushion with a clinical finish in the 72nd minute. The final 20 minutes saw no further goals as Perth SC managed the game expertly.

Standout Player

Perth SC's central striker was the difference-maker, scoring twice and providing a constant threat on the break. Her intelligent runs and sharp finishing were the main factors behind her team's success. She also forced the UWA goalkeeper into several smart saves, underlining her influence on the match.

Table Context

This win solidifies Perth SC Women's position in the upper tier of the Western Australia Women's League table, keeping them in contention for silverware. For UWA-Nedlands FC Women, the defeat is a setback as they aim to climb towards mid-table security. The result underlines the gap in quality and experience between the two sides on the day.