Don't miss a second of Preston Lions (w) versus Essendon Royals (w) in the Australia. Women. Victoria. National Premier League! Scheduled for Friday, August 14, 2026 at 12:30, this clash at Home Arena in Germany has all the ingredients for a classic. Referee Robert Hartmann takes charge. Forecast: Sunny, 22°C. Key absences: Lange (Preston Lions (w)), Zimmermann (Essendon Royals (w)). These two have a storied rivalry: 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 stands at 3:0.