National Premier League final glory on the line as Blacktown City battle for title of Australia’s best

BLACKTOWN City will contend for the title of Australia’s best state league side after qualifying for the ­National Premier League’s Grand Final.

Joey Gibbs on the run for Blacktown the PS4 NPL Semi Final between Blacktown City FC and Moreton Bay United FC at Lilys Football Stadium, Seven Hills, NSW on September 26th, 2015. (Photos by Nigel Owen). Blacktown won 2-1.

BLACKTOWN City will contend for the title of Australia’s best state league side after qualifying for the ­National Premier League’s Grand Final.

A 2-1 victory against Queensland champions Moreton Bay United at Lily’s Football Centre, Seven Hills, last Saturday secured Blacktown’s ticket to the decider.

The match will be held in Perth on Saturday night against West Australian champions Bayswater SC.

Mitch Mallia shields the ball against Moreton Bay United

A goal from Moreton Bay in Blacktown’s net, and a clinical finish from Travis Major, provided the home side with an early 2-0 lead in the semi-final.

And a dominant midfield performance allowed the home side to stay on top.

BETHANY PARKER LIFTING TO NEW HEIGHTS

HARRY STUBBS DIVES INTO THE FAST LANE

Blacktown coach Mark Crittenden said his side was outstanding in the first half and despite a strong response from Moreton Bay he was happy with how Blacktown retained its lead.