The Australia. Women. Victoria. National Premier League continues with an electrifying showdown as Essendon Royals (w) hosts Avondale (w) on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 07:00 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, 18°C. Essendon Royals (w) comes into this fixture with momentum, although the potential absence of Braun could impact their lineup. On the other side, Avondale (w) faces similar concerns with Schwarz listed as doubtful. Historical encounters between these two sides have always been dramatic: Avondale (w) 3 - 3 Essendon Royals (w) (2021). Avondale (w) 0 - 2 Essendon Royals (w) (2023). Avondale (w) 4 - 4 Essendon Royals (w) (2025). Avondale (w) 4 - 1 Essendon Royals (w) (2025). Avondale (w) 0 - 3 Essendon Royals (w) (2023). Our prediction for this exciting clash: 1:1.