From debut delights, cracking goals and end-to-end action – the opening round of the Westfield W-League was one to remember.
Western Sydney Wanderers showed they are determined to end their finals drought, while champions Sydney FC made a strong start to their title defence.
There was a strong start for Heather Garriock’s Canberra United, while Newcastle Jets got an historic first-ever point off Melbourne City.
We've whittled down the best photos from Round 1 of the competition, which you can enjoy in the gallery below.
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