Wollongong Wolves face South Hobart in do-or-die playoff clash
Wollongong plays South Hobart on Saturday in a must-win game to reach the quarter-finals.
Wollongong Wolves need every point from their final two Australian Championship group games to reach the quarter-finals. Back-to-back home losses have put them under pressure.
Saturday's clash at South Hobart's D'Arcy Street ground is crucial. The Wolves have a strong record there, beating South Hobart in the inaugural championship and topping the group.
Coach Luke Wilkshire has backed young goalkeeper Lucas Sinnott despite recent errors, saying Sinnott made strong saves throughout the tournament and would learn from his mistakes. Wilkshire said the team's focus remained on earning three points against South Hobart.
- D'Arcy Street, South Hobart
- Venue
- Luke Wilkshire
- Coach
- October 25
- Last win
Why it mattersA loss in Tasmania likely ends Wollongong's realistic chance to reach the quarter-finals in this inaugural season.
AustraliaFor soccer fans in Illawarra, this match determines whether the local Wolves can extend their campaign in the new national championship.
