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A huge thank you to our panelists

Isabella Matulic

Adam Jelic

and Vicky Gomez

for taking the time to speak with our CPL girls, Open Age Women and Senior Women’s teams this week as part of Female Football Week.

Your insights, experiences and advice made for a fantastic night and an inspiring discussion for everyone involved ⚽

Isabella Matulic 

Isabella's football journey started at the age of 2 when she joined a Soccer Time Kids program ~ she loved it! Over the next few years she could often be found in the back yard kicking a ball around with her brother.

In 2019 Isabella made the move from another club to Dandenong City. Here she played in the U9 boys team. For the next 4 years she honed her football skills with the encouragement and support of her coaches, Mars & Steve.

In 2022, the Dandy TD suggested Isabella trial for the Football Victoria SAP program. Isabella was offered a place and attended weekly trainings sessions in addition to her Dandy training schedule.

In 2023 Isabella completed the Football Victoria TIDC program, attending training sessions, camp days and gala tournaments, as well as playing in the U13s with Dandy. At the end of 2023 Isabella trialled for, and was offered a place in, the Football Victoria U14s NTC team. During this year, she also trained once a week with the Melbourne City Select Squad.

Isabella played in an NPL girls team, with the Football Victoria U14s NTC team, for the first time in 2024. There she mostly played as a defender, where previously she had played mainly in midfield roles. She was selected in the U15s Victoria White team that attended the Football Australia Nationals Tournament in July of this year, but unfortunately was injured in the first game of the tournament and did not play a huge role.

In 2025, following successful trial and selection, Isabella continued to play with the Football Victoria Academy program; this year with the U15s team who competed in U17s NPL Junior league. She was also fortunate enough to travel with this team to Portland USA to compete in the Nike Cup against other international teams. Isabella was selected for the Emerging Matildas Championship (previously the FA Nationals) and was Vice Captain of the Victoria Blue U15s team when they played in Sydney in July of that year.

At the end of 2025 Isabella was offered a position in the inaugural Melbourne City Girls academy U20s team, playing in the NPLW league in 2026. This is where she is currently playing her football, and training three nights a week. She was also privileged to represent Melbourne City at the JSSL tournament in Singapore, where the girls team competed for the first time. As Captain of the Victoria Blue U16s team, she helped her team reach the Grand Final of the Emerging Matildas Championship in April this year. 

Dandy City is a huge part of Isabella's journey and she can still be seen around the club enjoying the atmosphere, supporting the teams and of course sampling the food! She is always thrilled to be welcomed back to share her journey & advocate for the female football program, cheer everyone on at the Dandy Cup, and is grateful to the club for all their support along the way.

Adam Jelic - Mi Goals 

Adam Jelic is the founder of Mi Goals and an entrepreneur whose career has been shaped by a lifelong commitment to ambition, discipline, and self-improvement. He began his journey in football, playing for Chelsea Hajduk in the 1990s before advancing to higher levels and representing the Melbourne Knights. Although an injury cut short his playing career as a teenager while he was at Bentleigh Greens, the experience left a lasting impact and taught him the value of dreaming big and setting high standards.

In 2010, Jelic founded Mi Goals with a focus on helping people turn aspirations into action through the power of macro goals and micro habits. That philosophy has not only defined the company but also guided his own path as a business leader. His story reflects resilience, vision, and the belief that consistent small actions can build extraordinary outcomes.

Vicky Gomez - clinical dietitian & nutritionist 

Vicky Gomez is the founder of Healthy Empire, a wellness brand created to make healthy living simple, enjoyable, and sustainable. As a clinical dietitian and nutritionist, she built the brand in response to a recurring need she saw in her client work: people wanted nutritious options that supported their goals without feeling restrictive or sacrificing taste.

After working with thousands of clients, Vicky recognized that lasting results come from food choices that fit into real life, not from extremes or short-term trends. That insight shaped Healthy Empire around three core principles: consistency, balance, and enjoyment. What began with a single smoothie grew into a purpose-driven brand focused on convenience, nourishment, and products people genuinely want to keep in their routine.

State League 3 Women’s – North-West

🌸⚽ Female Football Week | Round 4

Female Football Week is all about celebrating the passion, strength and growth of the women’s game — and our senior women are ready to represent Dandy City with pride as they take on Melbourne University SC this weekend.

Expect a competitive battle, plenty of intensity and a whole lot of heart as the girls step onto the pitch looking to continue building momentum this season. From the first whistle to the final minute, this squad continues to show what women’s football is all about — resilience, teamwork and fearless football.

🆚 Melbourne University SC

🕒 3:00PM

📍 Away Fixture

Let’s get behind the girls and celebrate Female Football Week the best way possible — supporting women in football! ❤️💙

State League 7 Women’s – South-East

🌸⚽ Female Football Week | Round 4

This Female Football Week, our Open Age women travel to face Monash City Villarreal FC in what promises to be another exciting contest. With confidence growing each week, the squad will be aiming to bring energy, determination and plenty of Dandy spirit to the game.

Female Football Week is a reminder of how far the women’s game has come and the incredible community behind it. Our women continue to represent the club with pride every time they pull on the shirt, and this weekend will be no different.

🆚 Monash City Villarreal FC

🕒 3:00PM

📍 Away Fixture

Come support the girls and celebrate the women’s game with us! 🔥⚽

SATURDAY 2 MAY

Dandenong City SC travel to face Altona Magic SC this round in the NPL Victoria Men’s competition, with an important clash set for 6:15pm.

Coming into Round 11, City will be looking to build momentum and deliver a strong performance against a well-organised Altona Magic side. Matches between these two clubs are always competitive, and this fixture promises to be no different.

With valuable points on the line, Dandenong City will be aiming to show discipline, intensity and quality across the park as they continue their campaign. The squad has been working hard on the training track and will be focused on executing their game plan from the first whistle.

Supporters can expect an entertaining contest as both sides look to take control and make a statement in the league.

Get behind the team as they look to bring home a big result.

Dandenong City’s youth sides are also in action this round as they take on Altona Magic in Round 11 of the NPL Victoria Men’s competition.

The U20s kick things off at 1:45pm, looking to continue their development and put in a strong, disciplined performance. With plenty of talent coming through the ranks, this group will be eager to make their mark and set the tone for the day.

Following that, the U23s take the field at 4:00pm in what shapes as an important contest. The side will be aiming to build momentum, showcase their quality and push for a positive result against a competitive Altona Magic outfit.

It promises to be a big day for our youth teams as they continue their progression and represent the club with pride.

On Saturday, our State League 3 women’s side will play their first home game of the season as they host Upfield SC at Frank Holohan Soccer Complex. After a strong start to the campaign, the team will be looking to build momentum in front of a home crowd and put in a confident performance.

On Sunday, our Open Age Women’s team travel to face Middle Park FC in what promises to be a competitive away fixture. The squad will be aiming to continue their development, show resilience on the road and come away with a positive result.

We wish both teams the best of luck as they represent the club this weekend.

SATURDAY 2 MAY

The full 2026 fixture can be viewed below.