Whitsunday United Weekly Football Report 22 August

In a great round of football, Whitsunday United maintained a clean sheet with not a single goal scored against any side! Unfortunately, the weekend was marred by multiple forfeits of our home games by Mackay clubs with our Div2 Men, U14 and U13 Div1 players all missing out on games.

The Div men hosted wanderers on Friday night eager to gain momentum at the end of the league season. Div 2 received a late forfeit win which helps the cause but was a missed opportunity to build for possible finals football.

Div 1 took on a in-form Wanderers side who have almost been scoring at will. The first half was tight with possession mostly with WUFC and wanderers playing on the counter. A mix up by their keeper gave us the lead before an unstoppable shot from Jake made things a bit more comfortable at half time. The second half was frantic for 15 minutes, wanderers battling to get back in but the defence kept them at bay leading to the WUFC attack running riot. 5 goals followed from some high pressing and quality in front of goal for a final 7-0 scoreline. A big confidence boost ahead of next week's game which is looking to be the league decider

WUFC U13 Prems battled to a determined 1-0 victory over Mackay Rangers at Mackay Football Park in a tense and hard-fought contest. The first half was a tight affair with few clear chances, as both teams defended strongly to head into the break locked at 0-0. The second half followed a similar pattern, though both sides began to create more opportunities. With about 15 minutes to play, Nelson M broke the deadlock for WUFC. From there, WUFC dug deep, holding their advantage until full time to secure a memorable win — their first for the season against Rangers. The result keeps the league title race alive and highlights the team’s resilience and fighting spirit.

The Whitsunday U15/16 continued the good form building confidence as the finals approach. A strong 4-0 victory over Lions Gold was a confidence building win as the team sits in 4 position on the table

Whitsunday Women’s brilliant team spirit shone in a commanding 7–0 away win over City Brothers. Michelle opened the scoring with a well-earned goal before Bre doubled the lead and a deflected own goal from another Michelle strike made it 3–0 at half-time. The second half brought a flurry of goals, with Karlee firing a screamer from distance, Bre curling in her second, Sarah adding a sixth, and Kiki finishing smartly to round out the victory. A dominant display with a pleasing variety of goals from across the team.

Whitsunday FQPL U23 Men faced tough opposition against Lions FC in must win games to keep top 2 dreams alive. Reserve grade came in with full confidence after an array of victories, however the game was a tight affair. A 1 nil win ensued with a decisive strike from Cialan Dollard ensuring all 3 points came home.

In premier league, Lions were top of the table, and deservedly so, being the most consistent team all year. Whitsunday came out with a great attitude and scores were deadlocked at half time. A penalty from Sean McCarthy and a great strike from Reef Peel gave Whitsunday United a much needed 2 nil victory and now the top 3 positions in the premiership are separated by just two points. With two games to go, this Sunday’s game against the new top of the table Magpies is going to be a nail biter!

Contributed with thanks to Allan Milostic

A happy and confident U13 FQPL squad – third in a competition separated only by 3 points