Round 3 of the 2025 Australian Championship delivered excitement across the board, with standout performances from Heidelberg United, South Melbourne, and Sydney Olympic.
From high-scoring thrashings to nail-biting finishes, each team made its mark in the competition.
Heidelberg United dominates South Hobart
Heidelberg United powered to a 6-1 victory over South Hobart in Round 3 of the Australian Championship, thanks to a blistering first-half display.
Angus Taylor opened the scoring within three minutes, followed by Bul Juach doubling the lead.
Heidelberg continued their relentless attack with four more goals from Juach, Bramwell, and Fletcher Fulton, before Eli Wright scored late for South Hobart.
South Melbourne edges Broadmeadow Magic
South Melbourne maintained their perfect start with a narrow 1-0 win over Broadmeadow Magic.
Yuki Uchida scored five minutes before halftime, giving the visitors the lead.
Despite strong efforts and a near-miss from Thomas Beecham in stoppage time, Broadmeadow could not find an equaliser, leaving South Melbourne atop Group A.
Sydney Olympic secures first win
Sydney Olympic claimed their first three points of the competition with a 2-1 win over Moreton City Excelsior.
Ali Auglah opened the scoring early with a stunning strike, and Michael Vakis added a second goal in the 84th minute.
Marc Janko’s late header for Moreton City was not enough to prevent Olympic from securing the victory.
