CommBank Emerging Socceroos Championships 2025: Day Four Wrap

The CommBank Emerging Socceroos Championships have hit the pointy end, with the Semi-Finalists in both the Under 15 and Under 16 age groups now confirmed.

With everything on the line, many of today’s matches went down to the wire with several needing penalties to decide a winner. Despite the cooler weather, teams brought the heat, battling with intensity to progress and secure final placings. 

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Semi-Finalists Confirmed

In the Under 15 age group, the all-Victorian Quarter Final between Victoria Blue and Victoria White was decided by a penalty shootout, with Victoria Blue holding their nerve to advance 2-2 (3-2). They will now face Western Australia, who edged Queensland Silver in a gritty, physical contest with their goalkeeper stepping up to score the decisive penalty in dramatic fashion 0-0 (5-4).

On the other side of the draw, Queensland Maroon claimed a narrow 1-0 win over NSW Navy and will take on NSW Sky, who impressed with a 4-2 victory over South Australia.

In the Under 16 competition, NSW Navy booked their place in the Semi-Finals with a dominant 5-2 win over Capital Football, setting up an all-NSW showdown with NSW Sky, who fought back to beat Northern NSW 3-1.

Rounding out the final four, Victoria Blue overcame Queensland Maroon 2-1 and will now face Western Australia, who delivered one of the performances of the tournament to knock out last year’s finalists, South Australia.

WA U16s Break Through with Statement Win

Western Australia have announced themselves as serious contenders in the Under 16 age group after a hard-fought 3-1 win over South Australia to secure their place in the Semi-Finals of the CommBank Emerging Socceroos Championships.

In a tight, physical contest, WA showed grit and resilience to overcome last year’s finalists in a result that signals the strength of the pathway in the west.

Head Coach Neil Kilkenny, a former Subway Socceroo and ex-Leeds United FC midfielder, praised his team’s effort and character following the result.

“We’ve got good, honest boys who work hard and want to get better every day,” Kilkenny said.

“That’s all we can ask for, and they’re striving to improve with every game.”

“They’re a great team and deserved their success last year.

“But today, our boys dug in, took our goals at the right time, and we’re just pleased to be in the semis.”

With Semi-Finals kicking off tomorrow, WA will take plenty of confidence into their next challenge against Victoria Blue knowing their Under 15 side are also in the same position.

Multicultural Community Connects Through the Game

While football has taken centre stage at the Championships this week, a powerful multicultural engagement initiative brought together over 100 young people and families from across Melbourne as part of a special school holiday activation.

Held at La Trobe University, the event saw participants from Melton, Cranbourne, Broadmeadows and local club Heidelberg Stars enjoy MiniRoos clinics, youth and senior matches all in the spirit of connection and inclusion.

“It’s about showing these young people that football is for them — and that the pathway is real,” said Abraham Abraham, ����Ӱ��’s National CALD Program Manager.

“We had ����Ӱ�� staff stop by to say hello, have a kick, and chat to the kids and coaches. That kind of interaction can really inspire.”

The event brought together participants from Middle Eastern, Southeast Asian, Sudanese and Ethiopian backgrounds with many visiting the venue for the first time.

“For some of these kids, it’s their first time outside their local suburb,” Abraham added.

“Sometimes it just takes one conversation or one positive experience to set someone on that journey.”

The Professional Football Association (PFA) was also involved to donate over 200 pieces of pre-used football gear including tops, shorts, jackets and boots from A-Leagues clubs to the participants.

The PFA donations came from their partnership with KitAid Australia who facilitate club kit donations to communities in need both around Australia and overseas.

With football as the common language, the activation highlighted the Championships’ broader impact not just on the pitch, but in building stronger, more connected communities through the game.