Sydney FC have completed three Westfield W-League signings ahead of their run to the Finals Series, as Head Coach Ante Juric’s squad look for a record equalling 3rd W-League Premiership and 4th Championship.
Sydney FC have completed three Westfield W-League signings ahead of their run to the Finals Series, as Head Coach Ante Juric’s squad look for a record equalling 3rd W-League Premiership and 4th Championship.
The Sky Blues sit on top of the Westfield W-League ladder with two rounds of the regular season to go and need just two points to secure the Premiers Plate.
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Juric has strengthened his backline bringing in former Canberra United defender Natasha Prior as an injury replacement for Ellie Brush (knee), while Claudia Cholakian will deputise for the injured Elizabeth Ralston (knee) and Eliza Campbell comes in for Katie Offer (finger).
“Our players have been fantastic all season but it’s always good to have a bit of strength in depth when you lose a couple from the squad,” said Juric.
“These girls will give us that and some added competition for places in our back five.”
Prior, who has previously played for Newcastle Jets and Canberra United in the Westfield W-League season, is excited by the challenge.
“I’m delighted to be joining such a fantastic group and looking forward to some big games ahead,” she said.
“I have some big shoes to fill coming in for Ellie but I’ve been really welcomed into the squad which has helped me to settle in.
“It’s great to be joining a squad which has so much potential for success this season and I hope to be able to play a part in that.”
All three players are included in tomorrow’s squad ahead of a crucial clash with Melbourne Victory, where a win will deliver the Sky Blues their third Westfield W-League Premiership.
