Melbourne Victory ended July on a positive note, securing successive three-point returns as they beat North Sunshine Eagles SC in Round 22 of the 2026 VPL Men 1 season.
Buoyed by the triumph away to North Geelong Warriors the previous week, the Boys in Blue found themselves in the winner’s circle once more at DEKA Park – City Vista Pavilion & Sports Field on Monday night.
The contest’s only goal arrived in the 37th minute, with Malik Olukhale, who signed his first A-League Men’s contract earlier this month, scoring for the second match in a row.
Victory are placed fourth on the ladder, having amassed 37 points, with four regular season fixtures left to play.
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Speaking to MelbourneVictory.com.au, Senior Academy Head Coach, Besart Berisha, was very pleased with the characteristics his team displayed.
“I’m extremely proud of the boys and the character they showed. North Sunshine Eagles are a quality side and still competing in the Australia Cup Round of 16, so we knew the challenge ahead.
“It wasn’t our best football, but great teams find a way to win. We worked incredibly hard, stayed together, suffered when we had to, and showed the resilience and mentality needed to earn a massive three points.”
