Sydney FC has celebrated two decades of Sky Blue excellence with the unveiling of their 20th Anniversary A-League Men’s and Women’s Teams at the 2025 Sky Blue Ball.
The prestigious line-ups were selected by the club’s loyal Members, who voted based on a set of eligibility criteria designed to honour the most impactful players across the club’s proud history.
To qualify, players had to have started a minimum of 30 games for the A-League Men or 24 games for the A-League Women – the equivalent of two full seasons during earlier W-League formats.
Additionally, any player who had received a major Sydney FC or A-Leagues award was eligible, eg. A-League Golden Boot – Adrian Segecic or Grand Final Player Of The Match – Madison Haley – having contributed significantly,
Additionally, any player who had received a major Sydney FC or A-Leagues award was eligible, eg. A-League Golden Boot – Adrian Segecic or Grand Final Player Of The Match – Madison Haley – having contributed significantly to the club.
Those named in the 2015 Men’s Team of the Decade were also eligible.
The teams are:-
20th Anniversary A-League Men’s Team
Head Coach: Graham Arnold
Goalkeeper: Andrew Redmayne
Defenders: Rhyan Grant, Alex Wilkinson, Jordy Buijs, Michael Zullo
Midfielders: Anthony Caceres, Milos Ninkovic, Adrian Mierzejewski, Joe Lolley
Forwards: Alex Brosque (Captain), Bobô
Bench: Danny Vukovic, Alessandro Del Piero, Terry McFlynn, Adam Le Fondre, Steve Corica
One of the club’s most decorated squads, the Men’s Team is headlined by Graham Arnold, the joint most successful coach in Sky Blue history alongside Steve Corica, and Alex Brosque, who captained Sydney FC to multiple Championships and remains the club’s all-time leading goalscorer.
20th Anniversary A-League Women’s Team
Head Coach: Ante Juric
Goalkeeper: Jada Whyman
Defenders: Natalie Tobin (Joint Captain), Alanna Kennedy, Charlotte McLean, Tori Tumeth
Midfielders: Caitlin Foord, Cortnee Vine, Teresa Polias (Joint Captain), Mackenzie Hawkesby
Forwards: Sam Kerr, Remy Siemsen
Bench: Aubrey Bledsoe, Kirsty Fenton, Kyah Simon, Indiana Dos Santos, Princess Ibini
The Women’s Team reflects Sydney FC’s proud legacy as a dominant force in the A-League Women’s competition, featuring international stars like Sam Kerr, Caitlin Foord, and Kyah Simon, along with long-standing club leaders Teresa Polias and Natalie Tobin, who were jointly named captains.
Head Coach Ante Juric, who has overseen a golden era for the Sky Blue Women, was recognised for his outstanding leadership and role in player development across the last decade.
Sydney FC Chief Executive Officer Mark Aubrey congratulated all those selected:
“These teams represent the very best of Sydney FC’s history and are a tribute to the world-class talent that has worn the Sky Blue jersey.
“From club legends to international stars, every player on this list has made a lasting impact, and it is only fitting that they be honoured in our 20th year,” he said.
“To have our Members vote and celebrate these players in our 20th season is incredibly special.
“It reflects the passion of our fans and the deep connection our club has built with the community over two decades.”
