Football Victoria (FV) can confirm that the Round 1 NPL2 Men's fixture between Northcote City and Melbourne City Youth, held on Friday February 17th 2023, will be replayed due to a protest regarding a player’s eligibility.
FV had reviewed all available information prior to the initial eligibility decision being delivered in advance of the fixture, however now acknowledge that this was in contravention of the National Registration, Status and Transfer Regulations (NRSTRs).
Subsequently in the interests of sporting integrity, FV has concluded this match will be required to be replayed at a date/time to be advised.