From Europe to Asia, Victorian players continue to shine on the global stage, making their mark across various leagues. Here’s the latest on their exploits abroad:
Jackson Irvine – St. Pauli (2. Bundesliga, Germany)
The Frankston Pines junior played the full 90 minutes in St. Pauli’s 3-1 victory over Holstein Kiel on Saturday. The win lifted St. Pauli out of the relegation zone, moving them into 15th place.
Jordy Bos – K.V.C. Westerlo (Belgian First Division A)
The Hoppers Crossing junior came off the bench in the second half for K.V.C. Westerlo on Monday, completing nine passes in a steady performance.
Ajdin Hrustic – Salernitana (Serie B, Italy)
The Heatheron United junior featured off the bench in the 72nd minute for Salernitana during their emphatic 4-1 victory over Carrarese in Serie B on Monday.
Jason Davidson – Panserraikos (Greek Super League)
The former Hume City senior played the full match as Panserraikos secured a thrilling 2-1 victory over Asteras Tripolis on Monday morning.
Jamie Maclaren – Mohun Bagan SG (Indian Super League)
The Sunbury United junior played 77 minutes and registered one shot in Mohun Bagan SG’s 1-0 victory over Chennaiyin on Sunday.
Bailey Wright – Lion City Sailors FC (AFC Cup)
The Langwarrin junior played the full 90 minutes in Lion City Sailors FC's 4-2 loss to Zhejang on Thursday. Wright picked up a yellow card, made one tackle, committed two fouls, and completed 17 passes.
Denis Genreau – Toulouse (Ligue 1)
The Brighton SC junior was an unused substitute in Toulouse’s 2-0 victory over Auxerre in Ligue 1 on Monday.
Curtis Good – Buriram United (AFC Champions League)
The Nunawading City junior played the full 90 minutes in Buriram United’s 0-3 defeat to Kawasaki on November 26. He registered one tackle and completed 39 passes.
Matildas in Action
Kyra Cooney-Cross (Ballarat City & FV NTC)
Kyra Cooney-Cross played the full 90 minutes, continuing her strong form for the CommBank Matildas against Brazil on Sunday.
Steph Catley (East Bentleigh & Sandringham)
Steph Catley was withdrawn from the CommBank Matildas most recent match against Brazil after sustaining an injury during the warm-up.
Teagan Micah (Moe United)
Teagan Micah played the full 90 minutes in goal for the Matildas on Sunday, making five saves in the 1-2 defeat to Brazil.