Sydney FC have strengthened their squad ahead of the 2026-27 Ninja A-League season with the signings of exciting American duo Kenzie Roling and Kiley Dulaney.
Sydney FC have strengthened their squad ahead of the 2026-27 Ninja A-League season with the signings of exciting American duo Kenzie Roling and Kiley Dulaney.
Dulaney, 24, arrives in Sydney following a promising start to her professional career, beginning with NWSL side Washington Spirit before joining Dallas Trinity in the USL Super League, where she made 16 appearances.
The versatile fullback, can also play as a winger, previously spent four playing seasons with the University of Arkansas, making 78 appearances and scoring nine goals.
Her standout final season saw her earn All-SEC Second Team honours after starting 18 of 20 matches and scoring four goals.
“I’ve heard great things about Sydney FC, and I’m excited to be part of this club and experience a different style of football,” Dulaney said.
“I hope to use this opportunity to push my game to the next level.”
Roling joins the Sky Blues following an impressive collegiate career with the University of Iowa Hawkeyes.
The 23-year-old established herself as a commanding presence across the front line at Iowa, able to play as both a forward, a midfielder but is more naturally a fullback/winger.
She started all 21 games during the 2025 season, while leading the Hawkeyes with 41 shots.
She also scored the match-winner in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament.
“I’m really excited to be joining Sydney FC and to have the opportunity to challenge myself in a new environment in Australia,” Roling said.
“Sydney FC is a club with a proud history and high expectations, and I’m excited to get started and help the team build on last season.”
Head Coach James Slaveski believes both players will be of great value to the team ahead of their next campaign
“Both Kenzie and Kiley will add strength to our front and back lines, and I’m confident their energy and quality will make a real impact for us this season.
“The team is looking to improve and build off last season, and they will be an important part of that process.”
Both players are expected to arrive in Sydney to begin training next week.
The Sky Blues have secured the signing of 18-year old Junior Matildas defender Poppy Channing who was named Player of the Match and won the Sapphire Cup title with UNSW FC in 2025.
17-year old fellow Junior Matilda and Sydney FC Female Development Squad midfielder Abbie Puckett is on board also signing a one year deal.
