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Greater Shepparton to host Victory A-League Women’s match and community programs next year

In Summary

Greater Shepparton will host an A-League Women’s Round 16 match between Melbourne Victory and Newcastle Jets on Saturday 7 February 2026 at John McEwen Reserve.
The match is part of a multi-day program including school clinics, a masterclass session, and community coaching workshops for local clubs and young players.
The initiative is delivered in partnership with Melbourne Victory and the Victorian Government, strengthening ties between elite football and the Greater Shepparton community.
Melbourne Victory will work with local schools and community services to increase access to football opportunities for people from all backgrounds.

Shepparton has been announced as the host city for the Round 16 match on Saturday 7 February 2026, with kick off at 5pm at John McEwen Reserve, Shepparton Sports City. The match will headline a multi-day program featuring school clinics, a masterclass session and community coaching workshops for local clubs and emerging players.

Delivered in partnership with Melbourne Victory and the Victorian Government, the initiative strengthens the growing connection between elite football and the Greater Shepparton community.

The Club will also be working across schools and community services to provide people from all backgrounds with access to quality football opportunities.

This visit builds on Victory’s previous partnership activities in Shepparton and reinforces the Club’s commitment to delivering elite football experiences in communities across Victoria.

“Our community has a proud football history, and this is a fantastic opportunity not only for football fans, but for everyone who enjoys seeing elite sporting talent in our own backyard,” Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor, Councillor Shane Sali said.

“We are excited to welcome Melbourne Victory to our region for one of its home games. Greater Shepparton prides itself on hosting high-level events, and this will be no exception. It’s a remarkable opportunity for our aspiring female footballers to witness some of the best players in Australia.”

“I want to thank Melbourne Victory for their confidence and commitment to our region. We are excited to strengthen this partnership and look forward to the incredible outcomes it will deliver for our community into the future,” Cr Sali said.

“I also want to acknowledge Council’s Events team for their tireless work behind the scenes. Without them, this event would not be possible. I encourage everyone to get along to the match in February.”

Melbourne Victory Managing Director, Caroline Carnegie, said bringing the A-League Women’s side to Shepparton for a competitive fixture represents an important step in creating meaningful pathways for young players in regional areas.

“We’re delighted to return to Shepparton with our A-League Women’s team. This initiative strengthens our commitment to the region and provides a significant opportunity to further develop our connection with football fans and participants across regional Victoria,” she said.

“Melbourne Victory is committed to creating genuine access to the world game for all Victorians, and programs like clinics, workshops, and direct engagement with our ALW stars help nurture the next generation of football players and fans.”

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For more information, please contact Council’s Sports and Major Events Officer on 5832 9700 or email council@shepparton.vic.gov.au