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.

Rosso Nero FC returned for Game 7 with a seven‑player lineup, welcoming back Gabe and Nuno after a week off, while Sean was unavailable for selection. First Half – Tight, Physical, and Hard‑Fought The opening half was a battle of intensity. Rosso Nero FC settled quickly, controlling possession, moving the ball with confidence, and absorbing the physical pressure from Yep. Despite our composure, Yep threatened with sharp counterattacks whenever they won the ball back. Ten minu

This week we faced Ravioli, who came into the round sitting firmly at the top of the ladder. Despite missing three of our usual starters — Seb, Gabe, and Nuno — the team reshaped with Jayden, Alessio, and Sean stepping into the lineup. ⚽ First Half Fireworks The new-look side wasted no time making an impact. Jayden opened the scoring with two quick goals, putting Ravioli on the back foot. However, a lapse in defense saw Ravioli respond with three of their own. Refusing to l

With Gabe unavailable this week and Jayden making his return, we lined up for our third straight match against a top-of-the-table opponent — and the only team to beat us this season. Dressed in our Black Umbro clash kit and with a point to prove, we hit the pitch full of intensity. First Half — End-to-End Chaos The opening 12 minutes were tight and tense, both sides pressing hard. Merendinho struck first, but we hit back within seconds. They found a second soon after, and aga

🔥 Derby Day Intensity. Finals-Like Pressure. Rosso Nero Rise. Facing arch rivals Lallanas in Pyjamas, the league leaders, we knew this was going to be a battle. The boys showed up hungry, hyped, and ready to prove a point… despite some late drama. Marcus was stuck at work, leaving us scrambling, but in stepped Nic, making only his second appearance for the club—and what an impact he had. From kickoff, Rosso Nero played like a team possessed. We knew Lallanas’ game: high pres

After a bye round, Rosso Nero FC returned to action in Game week 3 against the ladder leaders, NeoCats. Despite missing Gabe (exam season!), we welcomed Jayden back for his second game and Nuno back in after a week off. The NeoCats came out flying in the first half with pace and pressure, but it was Rosso Nero FC who struck first — twice! Two beautifully worked team goals, built from quick one-touch passing, smart switching of play, and clinical finishing. Then came something

New week, new line-up! This week saw some exciting changes for Rosso Nero FC, with Jayden making his debut for the team — welcome aboard! Unfortunately, we were missing Nuno, who was away attending to family matters. We also rolled out a new kit, officially switching to our red stripes as the primary strip, with the black Umbro now set as our backup. ⚽ Match Recap: Rosso Nero FC vs Merendinho Rosso Nero FC got off to a flying start, opening the scoring just 8 minutes in after

Another week, another new lineup! Rosso Nero FC hit the pitch with a few changes this week as Dan  made a welcome return after his operation. Alessio  was back following his debut, and Gabe  rejoined the side after a week off. Sitting out this round was Seb , away for family reasons. With another new-look team, Rosso Nero FC played in our second stripe , looking sharp and ready. From the opening whistle, we took control of the match — passing confidently, switching play, and

Final Score: Rosso Nero FC 12 – 007 FC 5 What a week it was for Rosso Nero FC as we took the field for Game 2 with a new-look lineup and some late game-day changes that didn’t faze the squad one bit. With Gabe and Gianluca late outs, we had to make some last-minute adjustments. Sean and Brett stepped up as replacements and slotted right in. Special mention to Marcus, who made a long-awaited return to the team after more than two seasons on the sideline — a welcome sight for t