South Australia NPL · 2026
MetroStars

Sturt Lions
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MetroStars host Sturt Lions in a South Australia NPL clash, with both teams aiming to strengthen their league position. MetroStars have enjoyed a strong run of form recently, securing three wins and a draw in their last five outings. Their attack, spearheaded by the prolific Liam Wooding, has been particularly effective. Sturt Lions, while showing flashes of quality, have been less consistent, with two wins and two losses in their previous five fixtures. Connor Regan’s midfield dynamism will be crucial for Sturt in disrupting MetroStars' rhythm and initiating attacks. A win for MetroStars could propel them into the top two, while Sturt will be looking to close the gap on the upper mid-table. The tactical battle in midfield, particularly regarding ball retention and swift transitions, will be a key deciding factor.
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Lineups
Confirmed lineups are usually published 20–40 minutes before kickoff.
Form
Head to head
More from South Australia NPL
- Adelaide United vs Adelaide City13 Jun
- Para Hills Knigh vs FK Beograd13 Jun
- Croydon Kings vs Playford City Pa13 Jun
- Adelaide Comets vs West Adelaide12 Jun
- Campbelltown Cit vs West Torrens Bir12 Jun
- West Adelaide vs Adelaide United 07 Jun
- FK Beograd vs MetroStars06 Jun
- Campbelltown Cit vs Para Hills Knigh06 Jun
- Playford City Pa vs Adelaide Comets06 Jun
- West Torrens Bir vs Croydon Kings05 Jun
- Adelaide City vs Sturt Lions05 Jun
- West Adelaide vs Adelaide City31 May
Standings — South Australia NPL
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF:GA | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Playford City Pa | 9 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 27:13 | 20 |
| 2 | West Torrens Bir | 9 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 21:12 | 20 |
| 3 | MetroStars | 9 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 26:11 | 18 |
| 4 | Adelaide City | 9 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 19:10 | 17 |
| 5 | FK Beograd | 9 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 15:11 | 14 |
| 6 | Sturt Lions | 9 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 19:16 | 12 |
| 7 | Adelaide United | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 15:17 | 12 |
| 8 | Campbelltown Cit | 9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 19:16 | 11 |
| 9 | Croydon Kings | 9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 13:18 | 11 |
| 10 | West Adelaide | 9 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 17:19 | 10 |
| 11 | Adelaide Comets | 9 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 7:20 | 4 |
| 12 | Para Hills Knigh | 9 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 5:40 | 1 |









