The Australian Professional Leagues (APL) has made the proactive decision to move all Ninja A-League Women matches for this weekend’s Unite Round from Leichhardt Oval to Netstrata Jubilee Stadium.
A pitch assessment took place on Monday at Leichhardt Oval following Saturday’s Sydney
Derby and the pitch condition did not meet the standards to host the pinnacle women’s round
of the season and all six Ninja A-League Women matches this weekend. For the betterment of
player safety and product quality, the league has made the decision to move all matches to
Netstrata Jubilee Stadium.
Commenting on the move, A-Leagues Commissioner, Nick Garcia said: “It is imperative that we
have the best possible playing surface to ensure quality football, player safety and the most
entertaining product for our fans. Our team has been monitoring the pitch condition at
Leichhardt Oval over the last month – and regrettably we have had to make the decision in the
best interest of all stakeholders. Our product is important – this is the pinnacle round of
professional women’s football – and we think this decision will ensure the best possible event
for our players, officials and fans.”
“Netstrata Jubilee Stadium is a fantastic venue for football and fans, and has a world-class
pitch. It has recently hosted AFC Champions League 2 fixtures and has great facilities for
players, officials, broadcasters and fans. While the late change is not ideal, we can confirm thatthe planned Fan Zone, Girls Unite Gala Days and shuttle services between Allianz Stadium wil lproceed as planned at Netstrata Jubilee Stadium – and we trust it will create the best possible match day experience and be a fantastic setting for a memorable Unite Round.”
“Due to the late change, the APL is delighted to announce that all six Ninja A-League Women
Unite Round matches across Friday, Saturday and Sunday will now be open free to all football
fans, with no ticket required to gain access to the venue. Existing ticket holders at Leichhardt
Oval will be offered a full refund.
“We understand that the late change may cause some inconvenience for fans, and as such we
are delighted to welcome all football fans to watch all six Ninja A-League Women matches for
free this weekend. We are excited to see as many fans as possible enjoying football from the
hill at Netstrata Jubilee Stadium.”
This A-Leagues event is supported by the NSW Government through its tourism and major
events agency, Destination NSW. For more information on the A-Leagues’ Unite Round 2024/25
head to the landing page for details on tickets, fixtures, accommodation and more.
For more information, please visit www.aleagues.com.au
