The Australia. Victoria. Women. U20. National Premier League continues with an electrifying showdown as Preston Lions (w) hosts Essendon Royals (w) on Friday, August 14, 2026 at 10:15 local time. The match takes place at Home Arena in Germany, where fans are already buzzing with anticipation. Referee Sascha Stegemann will officiate the encounter. Weather conditions are expected to be Partly cloudy, 18Β°C. Preston Lions (w) comes into this fixture with momentum, although the potential absence of KrΓΌger could impact their lineup. On the other side, Essendon Royals (w) faces similar concerns with Lehmann listed as doubtful. Historical encounters between these two sides have always been dramatic: Essendon Royals (w) 4 - 4 Preston Lions (w) (2023). Essendon Royals (w) 1 - 3 Preston Lions (w) (2025). Essendon Royals (w) 1 - 2 Preston Lions (w) (2025). Essendon Royals (w) 3 - 1 Preston Lions (w) (2023). Essendon Royals (w) 1 - 3 Preston Lions (w) (2022). Our prediction for this exciting clash: 1:0.