Clean sheets, a flurry of goals, and historic milestones for Aussies around the world
Ross Papadakis 
Harry Souttar walking out for the Socceroos. Photo: Provided by Aleksandar Jason/Socceroos.
From Martin Boyle’s red-hot goalscoring form in Scotland to the dazzling performances of young guns like Cameron Peupion, there was plenty to celebrate for Aussie fans over the weekend of football action.
Souttar Shines in England, Peupion Stars in Youth League
Harry Souttar continued his impressive form for Sheffield United in the EFL Championship as the Socceroos defender helped his team maintain a clean sheet and secure a 2-0 victory over Hull City.
Souttar dominated in the air, winning all of his aerial duels, and also made crucial defensive contributions. This strong performance extends his streak of playing the full 90 minutes in each of Sheffield United’s last three Championship matches.
Cameron Peupion delivered a sensational performance in Brighton & Hove Albion’s 4-0 victory over Reading FC in the Premier League 2. The young Australian forward scored a brilliant second-half hat-trick to secure the win for his side. His goals showcased his technical ability, finishing, and clinical nature in front of goal.
Former Adelaide United goalkeeper Steven Hall maintained a clean sheet in the same game, showcasing his experience and shot-stopping abilities.
The duo’s impressive performances contributed to Brighton’s dominant victory and solidified their position in the PL Cup.
Hibs Secure Victory with Boyle’s Goal as the Scottish Premiership heats up
Nectarios Triantis and Lewis Miller featured as Martin Boyle continued his impressive form for Hibernian, scoring his fourth goal in four games on Sunday.
Boyle came off the bench in the 62nd minute and doubled Hibs’ lead over St Johnstone just 10 minutes later, securing a 2-0 victory in the Scottish Premiership. He has now been involved in 10 goals (five goals, five assists) in 10 games across all competitions this season.
Petratos and Cummings Feature in Indian Super League Opener
Dimitri Petratos and Jason Cummings played pivotal roles in Mohun Bagan’s 2-2 draw against Mumbai City in the Indian Super League.
Petratos showcased his complete game, while Cummings made a valuable contribution off the bench. Jamie Maclaren, who has recently recovered from a minor neck injury, is poised to make his IPL debut soon.
The Australian contingent in the Indian Super League is further strengthened by the signing of former Melbourne City player Nuno Reis, who has joined Mohun Bagan.
The influx of Australian league talent has generated significant excitement among fans and observers of the league.
Younis Makes Debut for Jong PSV
Marcus Younis made his debut for Jong PSV, coming on as a substitute in their 2-2 draw with ADO Den Haag.
The 19-year-old earned an assist to help secure a point for his side, which moved them into 8th place in the Eerste Divisie. There appears to be big things to come for Younis as he looks to have a bigger impact in the coming weeks.
Australian Referee Takes Charge of North London Derby
Jarred Gillett made history by becoming the first Australian referee to officiate a Premier League North London derby.
The match, which saw Arsenal defeat Tottenham 1-0, was marked by a feisty atmosphere and a high card count. Gillett handed out seven yellow cards in the first half alone, demonstrating his firm control of the match.
Bos Returns, Kuol Injured, Nisbet Shines
Jordan Bos made his return to club football after a six-week absence, coming on as a substitute for Westerlo in their 2-2 draw with Anderlecht. Despite the draw, Westerlo remain two points behind league leaders Club Brugge.
It has now been announced that Newcastle United’s Garang Kuol suffered a grade three tear to his right quad, which disrupted a planned transfer window move.
Having endured difficult loan spells in recent seasons at Hearts and Dutch side Volendam, he participated in Newcastle’s pre-season, going on tour to Australia in May and also scoring in a behind-closed-doors training game.
He had also been due to travel to Japan in July, but suffered a short-term knee injury in the days before the squad’s departure.
There was also positive news for Josh Nisbet and Ross County. The team secured their first win of the Premiership campaign with a 2-0 victory over Dundee United. Nisbet played a crucial role in the win, starting the match and playing for 79 minutes. He was the most fouled player on the pitch, highlighting his importance to the team’s success in drawing fouls and retaining possession under pressure.