Sturt Lions
- Leagues Played
- Australia South Australia Premier League 114 Australia South Australia State League 1 105 Australia Friendlies 11 Australia FFA Cup Qualifying 9 Australia FFA Cup 4 Australia South Australia State League 3
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- Related Teams
- Sturt Lions Reserves Sturt Lions Women
Fixtures
| Australia South Australia Premier League | 02/28 09:00 | 1 |
White City FK Beograd
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| Australia South Australia Premier League | 03/07 05:30 | 2 |
Sturt Lions vs
West Adelaide
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| Australia South Australia Premier League | 03/14 04:30 | 3 |
Sturt Lions vs
Metrostars
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| Australia South Australia Premier League | 03/21 04:30 | 4 |
Para Hills Knights
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Sturt Lions
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| Australia South Australia Premier League | 03/28 04:30 | 5 |
Sturt Lions vs
West Torrens Birkalla
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| Australia South Australia Premier League | 04/11 05:30 | 6 |
Playford
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Results
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[9] Stats
| Total | Home | Away | |
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| Matches played | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Wins | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Draws | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Losses | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Goals for | 75 | 50 | 25 |
| Goals against | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Clean sheets | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Failed to score | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Wikipedia - Sturt Lions FC
Sturt Lions Soccer Club is an Australian professional football club in Adelaide, South Australia. Nicknamed the Lions, Sturt are associated with FFSA, and they currently play in NPL SA following promotion from SA State League 1 in 2025.
History
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In 2017 the Lions were Champions of State League 1 after defeating White City FC, Adelaide Raiders, South Adelaide and Western Strikers SC in the Final Series. As the Champions, the Lions were promoted to the NPL in 2018.They were again promoted to the NPL in 2021 after winning the state league final through spectacular goals from Gonzalo Rodríguez. Sturt has gone from strength to strength under long term manager Lino Fusco.
In 2020 the Lions were again Champions of State League 1 after defeating South Adelaide over 2 legs before beating White City FC in the Promotion Final. As the Champions, the Lions were promoted to the NPL in 2021.
They were relegated from NPL to State League 1 after the 2023 season.
In 2025 the Lions were Premiers of State League 1 after finishing 1st in the regular season. As premiers, the Lions were promoted to the NPL for 2026.
Competing in the National Premier Leagues South Australia, the Sturt Lions have built a reputation for their passionate play and dedication to excellence on the field. The club's home ground, the Sturt Football Club, provides a vibrant atmosphere for fans and players alike, making it a fortress for the team.
The Sturt Lions are known for their strong youth development programs, which aim to nurture young players and provide them with the skills and opportunities to succeed at higher levels. With a focus on teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship, the Lions embody the values of the beautiful game.
As they continue to strive for success in local and national competitions, the Sturt Lions remain a beloved institution in South Australian soccer, drawing support from a loyal fan base and contributing to the growth of the sport in the region.