Stats

 TotalHomeAway
Matches played 30 19 11
Wins 9 3 6
Draws 6 5 1
Losses 15 11 4
Goals for 37 21 16
Goals against 43 30 13
Clean sheets 9 6 3
Failed to score 14 11 3

Wikipedia - Manly United FC

Manly United Football Club is an Australian soccer club based in the Northern Beaches area of Sydney. The club competes in the National Premier Leagues NSW and their home ground is Cromer Park, in the suburb of Dee Why, approximately 15 minutes away from Manly.

Its main grandstand is named after former Socceroo captain Lucas Neill, who played for the club as a junior before playing overseas at Blackburn Rovers and West Ham United.

Manly United Football Club Ltd. was officially formed in 2004 by the Manly Warringah Soccer Association. However, there have been many representative teams competing for the association prior to this date. Notably, the previous club was called Manly Warringah Dolphins, that formed from the merger of Manly-North Shore United and Warringah Freshwater at the close of the 1991 NSW Division 1 season for the start of the upcoming 1992 NSW Super League season.

History

Neerlandia / Manly Warringah

A Dutch club called Neerlandia competed in the 1959 Sydney Federation Division Two, won the premiership and gained entry into the Sydney Federation Division One for 1960.

The club changed its name to Manly Warringah from 1960. The side had spent 14 seasons throughout the New South Wales top flight in 1960, 1968, and from 1976 to 1987 before being relegated to Division Two. With the club struggling, it merged with North Shore United in 1991. North Shore United itself was a merger of two clubs Ku-Ring-Gai and North Sydney-Artarmon (for the 1989 season). The Manly-North Shore United merger dissolved after the 1991 NSW Division One season, with Manly merging with Warringah Freshwater. North Shore United would continue to send representative teams to tournaments as Ku-Ring-Gai Districts.

Warringah Freshwater

Warringah Narrabeen (and from 1986 Warringah Freshwater) was a club that had competed throughout the early 1980s in NSW Division Two, even winning the title in 1983. With promotion in 1984 to NSW Division One, the club maintained mid-lower half of the table across their eight-year sojourn in the top flight. Their highest place finish was 5th, achieved in 1991 before merging with Manly for the newly revamped "NSW Super League" in 1992.

Manly Warringah Dolphins

The merger of Manly-North Shore United and Warringah Freshwater created the Manly Warringah Dolphins at the close of the 1991 NSW Division 1 season for the start of the upcoming NSW Super League season. The club had gained promotion into the NSW Premier League for the start of the 2004–05 season. At the time, the club was operating solely as a representative branch for the Manly Warringah Soccer Association (MWSA). However, it was a requirement from Soccer NSW that all Federation Clubs be a separate incorporated body and so Manly United Football Club Ltd. was formed.

Manly United (2004–present)

Manly United have competed in the NSW Tier 1 since 2004–05 when they were elevated to the NSW Premier League after winning the Super League Division. Manly United is considered an important side in the NSWPL, as it is based on a geographical area, rather than founded by a single ethnic group like some other ex-NSL clubs.

The original Logo of the renamed Manly United Football Club in 2004 was a collective of an Osprey sea bird, a Football & a Dolphin joined as one, these three icons represent the local MWFA Association (Osprey), a Football & Manly Warringah Dolphins (Dolphin). The Club again changed its logo in 2016 to reflect the evolution of Manly United Football Club and its ownership and association with Manly Warringah Football Association.

The club is closely associated with the Manly Warringah Football Association (MWFA), the largest community Football Association in Australia with more than 20,000 players.

Divisional History

  • 2004–2012: NSW Premier League (NSW Tier 1)
  • 2013–present: National Premier Leagues NSW (NSW Tier 1)

Manly Warringah Dolphins

  • 1992–1996: Super League (NSW Tier 1)
  • 1997–1999: Division One (NSW Tier 2)
  • 2000: Super League (NSW Tier 1)
  • 2001–2004: Winter Super League (NSW Tier 2)
**Manly United FC: A Glimpse into the Heart of Australian Soccer**

Manly United FC, based in the picturesque coastal suburb of Manly in New South Wales, is a prominent soccer club with a rich history and a passionate fan base. Established in 1951, the club has become a cornerstone of the local community, fostering talent and promoting the beautiful game in the region.

Competing in the National Premier Leagues NSW, Manly United is known for its commitment to developing young players and providing a pathway to professional soccer. The club's youth academy is highly regarded, producing numerous players who have gone on to achieve success at higher levels, both domestically and internationally.

The team's colors, red and white, symbolize the club's vibrant spirit and determination on the field. Manly United's home matches are held at the iconic Cromer Park, where fans gather to support their team in a lively and electric atmosphere. The club's motto, "Unity in Diversity," reflects its inclusive approach, welcoming players and supporters from all backgrounds.

With a strong emphasis on community engagement, Manly United actively participates in local initiatives and programs, promoting health, fitness, and teamwork among youth. The club's commitment to excellence, both on and off the pitch, has solidified its reputation as a respected institution in Australian soccer.

As Manly United continues to strive for success in the National Premier Leagues and beyond, the club remains dedicated to its core values of integrity, respect, and passion for the game, making it a beloved symbol of soccer in Australia.