Green Gully Cavaliers 1–3 Melbourne City NPL
National Premier Leagues Victoria | 15 May 2026, 17:30 | Green Gully Reserve

Melbourne City NPL continued their impressive run in the NPL Victoria with a convincing 3‑1 win away at Green Gully Cavaliers. A dominant first‑half display put City in control, and although Green Gully pulled one back after the break, the visitors always looked comfortable.

Match Overview

The match began at a high tempo, with both sides committing bodies forward. Melbourne City NPL took the lead in the 12th minute when winger Daniel Stojanovic cut inside from the left and curled a superb effort into the far corner. The goal settled City, and they doubled their advantage in the 34th minute through striker Marco Rojas, who latched onto a through ball and slotted past the goalkeeper.

Green Gully came out with renewed energy in the second half and reduced the deficit in the 58th minute when veteran forward David Vrankovic headed home from a corner. However, any hopes of a comeback were short‑lived. Melbourne City NPL restored their two‑goal cushion in the 71st minute, with substitute Ben Halloran finishing a sweeping counter‑attack.

Key Moments

• 12' – Goal: Daniel Stojanovic (Melbourne City NPL) – curled finish from the edge of the box.
• 34' – Goal: Marco Rojas (Melbourne City NPL) – composed one‑on‑one finish.
• 58' – Goal: David Vrankovic (Green Gully) – powerful header from a set piece.
• 71' – Goal: Ben Halloran (Melbourne City NPL) – clinical counter‑attack goal.

Tactical Story

Melbourne City NPL set up in a fluid 4‑3‑3 that used quick transitions to exploit gaps in the Green Gully defence. Green Gully’s 4‑4‑2 left them exposed in central areas, particularly when City’s midfield trio drifted into half‑spaces. The Cavaliers struggled to press effectively, allowing City to build from the back with ease.

Standout Players

Daniel Stojanovic was a constant threat down the left flank, scoring one and assisting another. City’s midfield anchor Jake Hamilton controlled the tempo with 89% pass accuracy. Green Gully’s David Vrankovic was the hosts' best performer, offering a physical presence in attack.

League Impact

The win keeps Melbourne City NPL firmly in the top three of the NPL Victoria standings, while Green Gully remain in the bottom half. City’s depth was on full display, and they will be confident of maintaining momentum heading into next week’s top‑of‑table clash.