Encounter between Oakleigh Cannons U23 vs South Melbourne U23 is shaping to be one of those spectacles where form flies out the window. Underway
Oakleigh Cannons U23’s been all over the shop, their displays swinging from classy to head-scratching. Meanwhile, South Melbourne U23’s scrapping through a tough stretch, their defense looking porous.
Looking at past meetings, it’s a crapshoot. Oakleigh Cannons U23’s enjoyed the advantage lately, but footy’s got a short memory.
Personal take: Both sides’ve got problems. Oakleigh Cannons U23’s center park’s off-rhythm, while South Melbourne U23’s frontline lacks a cutting edge.
Across the NPL, Victoria U23, this fixture carries added significance. The division’s race for European places means every outcome counts, and both teams know a strong showing here could shift momentum in the standings. Current performances in the NPL, Victoria U23 suggests neither outfit can afford lapses, making this contest even more compelling.
Still, there’s something about this one—maybe, it’s the fixture where a player delivers.
Final thought: This isn't just another match—it's unmissable football with ramifications at both ends of the table. Mark your calendars.
Over the last matches Oakleigh Cannons U23 holds victories - 2, losses - 3 and draws - 0. South Melbourne U23 on the other hand ends the latest games with victories - 0, losses - 3 and draws - 2. Based on the games played a conclusion can be made that Oakleigh Cannons U23 at the moment is in better form, unlike South Melbourne U23.
Oakleigh Cannons U23: Heidelberg United U23 – (Win 1:2), Altona Magic U23 – (Loss 2:3), Dandenong City U23 – (Loss 5:1), Hume City U23 – (Loss 1:2), Melbourne Knights U23 – (Win 1:3).
South Melbourne U23: Avondale U23 – (Draw 1:1), Green Gully U23 – (Draw 0:0), Heidelberg United U23 – (Loss 3:0), Altona Magic U23 – (Loss 0:2), Dandenong City U23 – (Loss 5:0).
