What they said in the Ninja A-League after Round 1
Catch up on the reactions from players and coaches following Round 1 of the Ninja A-League 2025-26 season. After an exciting opening round, aleagues.com.au shares key post-match insights from the weekend's standout participants.
Match Report: Ninja A-League kicks off with intensity
Perth Glory’s 3-1 victory over Western Sydney on Friday night was notable for several reasons. Stephen Peters’ team ended their long-standing away day struggles in the Ninja A-League, which had persisted since 2023.
“A drought-breaking win for Perth Glory,” said Network 10 commentator Ben Homer as the match concluded. “Their first away win in almost two years. A match which kicked off an hour and 15 minutes late due to lightning delays and storms. Now they can start building momentum this season.”
Another highlight was Gabby Hollar scoring for the first time since January, adding to the significance of the win.
Author’s summary: Perth Glory's breakthrough away victory and Gabby Hollar's return to scoring set a positive tone for the Ninja A-League 2025-26 season.