Round 3 brought plenty of excitement — and with Northside Texture Coatings (NTC) joining us as our newest sponsor, the boys were fired up to put on a show for the Rosso Nero FC faithful. With a slightly changed line‑up from last week, we ran out with six players and hit the ground running. From the opening attack, Rosso Nero FC struck first: a tidy finish from Fatlind, setting the tone early. But from there, the match turned into a seesaw battle. Yep equalised through a defle

2025 Wind Up - Year Review Alright, let’s rewind to 2025. Across the year we somehow squeezed in 29 games over three separate seasons. Unfortunately, we did miss the winter season — partly because our aging bodies needed the break… and partly because three out of seven players decided an eight‑week holiday was a better idea than football. Fair play. The upside of all that chaos? Anyone who pulled on a jersey in in 2025 was genuinely in the mix for an award. Looking back at th

Round 2 was meant to be a bye… until late changes to the league meant we were suddenly called up to play. And with Dan unavailable, Jon still unwell from last week, Mazen called into work, and Christian copping a knock the night before, we were staring at a three‑player lineup. But this club never goes quietly. The boys rang around and rallied hard — Adem returned after last week, and we welcomed two new debutants: Arnie and Joel. A brand‑new Rosso Nero look, but the same h

A brand new winter season kicked off this week — and with it, a brand new Rosso Nero FC. Debuts to Amir, Christian, Dino and Adam, joining returning regulars CJ and Dan. With Jon out sick and new recruits Fatlind and Mazen unavailable, it was still a strong first‑up line‑up that took the court. And from the very first whistle, the new-look squad clicked. --- First Half – Instant Chemistry, Instant Goals Within minutes, the passing was sharp, the movement was clean, and the s

After the longest season we’ve ever faced — stretched an extra 8 weeks beyond the norm — it all came down to one final game. There were changes from the semi-final, with Nuno making his return despite back soreness, while CJ bravely stepped up in goals carrying bruised ribs. With three subs on standby and Nathan Hanna ready if needed, the squad was set and ready for the challenge. From kickoff, the game opened up quickly and it was Rosso Nero FC creating the better chances ea

Semi final week. Everything on the line. A forced change to the line-up saw Nuno ruled out with a back injury, but Cody stepped in to ensure we still had 7 strong—and what a game he walked into. From the opening whistle, this was easily game of the year. Both teams came out firing. High intensity, relentless pressure, and not a single moment on the ball uncontested. Every tackle had purpose, every run had intent. It was end-to-end football at its absolute best. NeoCats contro

Rosso Nero FC – Round 22 Match Report (Final Round) Final round football doesn’t get much bigger than this. Coming into Round 22 against Ravioli, everything was on the line. A win would secure us 2nd place and the title of season runners-up. Anything less, and we could slip to 4th. The stakes were just as high for Ravioli—it was do-or-die for both sides. We made one key change, with Seb returning after 8 weeks out, stepping in for Marcus who was unavailable. A big inclusion f

Rosso Nero FC – Round 21 Weekly Update v Seaspray Goose This week brought a familiar opponent — Seaspray Goose for the second time in three weeks, despite not facing them once all season before that. With finals on the line and the ladder tighter than ever, every moment mattered. We also celebrated a massive milestone: Nuno’s 50th game for Rosso Nero FC. A warrior, a leader, and a heartbeat of the team. A late curveball hit pre‑game with Jon heading off on a last‑minute famil

Round 20 saw us take on NeoCats, sitting 2nd on the ladder, and we did it the hard way — four first‑team regulars out. Nuno (family commitments), Marcus (birthday dinner), and both Gabe and Alessio sidelined with a virus meant a completely reshuffled line‑up and no subs. But in true Rosso Nero fashion, the challenge opened the door for opportunity. Tyler stepping in for their debut and Brett returning for his 8th match, and what followed was one of the most entertaining,

Rosso Nero FC – Weekly Match Report Round vs Seaspray Goose – First Clash of the Season This week marked our first meeting with Seaspray Goose, and Rosso Nero FC arrived ready to make a statement. With a slightly adjusted line‑up from last round—Marcus returning to the squad and Jon unavailable—the team wasted no time setting the tone. Fast Start, Fierce Intent From the opening whistle we were out of the blocks at full speed, pressing hard and firing early. The pressure paid

--- A familiar opponent… a fresh line‑up… and a night full of heart. Round 18 saw us face Merendinho for the fifth time this season, and this one came with a twist before the whistle even blew. With Sean unavailable and no longer able to play, a call was made to a familiar face—the return of former Rosso Nero FC player Jon McGinty. Not long after, Marcus was ruled out due to work commitments, and Alessio stepped up to fill the gap. A reshuffled team, but one ready for the cha

Round 17 saw us take on our arch rivals, Lallanas in Pyjamas, with a welcome boost to the line-up as Marcus returned to the squad. Unfortunately, for the second week running, our coach and cameraman was missing from the sidelines as he continues his stay in hospital. The whole team is wishing him a speedy recovery and we hope to see him back out there soon. From the opening whistle the boys looked switched on. High pressure, quick passing and great movement off the ball had u

Round 16 saw us take on Yep with the same line-up as last week, although we were still without Marcus who’s recovering from a back injury sustained earlier in the week. We were also missing our coach/cameraman on the sidelines — more on that later. Flying Start The boys were switched on from the first whistle, determined to start on the right foot — and what a start it was. Inside the opening two minutes we produced what could easily be our goal of the season. It started with

After a week off with the bye, the boys returned refreshed and ready to go. A reshuffle in the line-up saw Marcus out due to work commitments, with Alessio stepping up to fill the gap. If only fresh legs guaranteed a fresh start… From our own kick-off, we lost possession and within the first 10 seconds Ravioli had their first shot — and their first goal. Forty seconds later came a second. A minute after that, a third. Before we could catch our breath, the fourth and fifth hit

Game 12 had a bit of everything — a full squad finally, a statement performance, and an emotional send-off for Seb. For the first time this season we rolled in with a full line-up, with Gabe returning from injury, and you could feel it straight away. Everyone had a spark. Coming up against our old GF enemies, Lalyana Pyjamas, there was no way anyone was turning up to lose. The first half was tight and physical. Plenty of body, plenty of noise. But we kept our heads, stuck to

For the first time this season, Rosso Nero FC took the field with the same lineup as the previous week. A late kickoff, no Pius aka “Coach” on the sidelines, but the group went in feeling confident. That confidence met a sharp Merendinho side from the opening whistle. They looked lively early—high pressure, endless running, and slick passing setting the tone. From their first real attack, Merendinho crossed into the box and appealed for a penalty. Initially waved away with th

Game 11 brought another change to the Rosso Nero FC line-up, with Nathan and Alessio missing, while regulars CJ and Nuno returned. Gabe again missed out through injury, with Sean stepping in to cover. Pre-game nerves hit hard as, with seconds remaining before kick-off, Marcus, Seb and Nuno were nowhere to be seen. Thoughts of a forfeit crept in, but relief followed as all three arrived just in time for the whistle. From the opening exchanges, Rosso Nero took control. Sharp pa

A new year kicked off with some familiar challenges. With CJ and Dan still away on holidays, and Nuno and Gabe sidelined through injury and illness, Rosso Nero FC once again fielded a fresh-looking lineup. For our first game of 2026, we welcomed Nathan out of retirement and back between the posts, supported by a patched-together but committed squad. Alessio, Sean, and Brett stepped up as covering players, joining Marcus and Seb to complete the lineup. Despite the changes, the

Thank You for an Incredible 2025 So Far As we reach the Christmas break, everyone at Rosso Nero FC wants to extend a heartfelt thank you to our players, families, supporters, and volunteers for everything you’ve contributed throughout 2025. This year has already been a remarkable chapter in our club’s story. With the season at its midpoint, Rosso Nero FC proudly sits 3rd on the ladder—a testament to the hard work, resilience, and spirit shown by every member of our squad. F

📰 Rosso Nero FC – Weekly Team Update (Game 8) Game 8 was set to bring a fresh look for Rosso Nero FC as we prepared to take on Imagine That. With a reshuffled line-up and plenty of excitement, the squad had a new energy heading into what was meant to be our final match of the year. 🔄 Line-Up Changes This week featured several notable adjustments: Luca was primed for his season debut, ready to make an impact. Sean made his return to the side, adding experience and stability.