South Australia NPL · 2026
Sat, 16 May 2026 05:30

Sturt Lions

0 : 2

Croydon Kings

Full time

Match recap

Croydon Kings secured a comfortable 2-0 victory over Sturt Lions in the South Australia NPL, a result that further cements their position in the league. The Kings started the match brightly, establishing an early lead and maintaining pressure throughout the first half. Sturt Lions struggled to find their rhythm, often stifled by Croydon's resolute defence and midfield dominance. While Sturt showed flashes of attacking intent in the second half, they couldn't convert their opportunities. Croydon Kings extended their lead, nullifying any hope of a Sturt comeback and seeing out the match to claim three valuable points. This win boosts Croydon's challenge at the top, leaving Sturt Lions to reflect on a disjointed performance.

Events

  • 45'Goal (Missed Penalty)
  • 48'Goal — Y. Kato (Normal Goal)
  • 52'Goal — E. Styles (Normal Goal)

Match statistics

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Lineups

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Form

Sturt Lions — last 5 home
WLWLL
  • Wvs FK Beograd2–1
Croydon Kings — last 5 away
LWWDL

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Standings — South Australia NPL

#TeamPWDLGF:GAPts
1Playford City Pa962127:1320
2West Torrens Bir962121:1220
3MetroStars953126:1118
4Adelaide City952219:1017
5FK Beograd942315:1114
6Sturt Lions940519:1612
7Adelaide United 933315:1712
8Campbelltown Cit932419:1611
9Croydon Kings932413:1811
10West Adelaide924317:1910
11Adelaide Comets91177:204
12Para Hills Knigh90185:401