Macarthur FC, who need to win all four remaining matches to make the finals, are back home tonight, hosting Newcastle.
The Bulls received a timely boost earlier in the week when the club announced that head coach Mile Sterjovski has re-signed for the next three seasons.
The former Socceroo has cemented himself in Bulls history, having been part of the club since the 2020/21 inaugural season.
During his tenure, he guided the team to the elimination finals in the 2023/24 A-League season, led them through the AFC Cup tournament, and secured the club’s second piece of silverware with a victory in the 2024 Australia Cup against Melbourne Victory.
Club CEO Sam Krslovic spoke about the significant impact the former Socceroo has made at the club.
“Mile has helped develop and shape the foundations of the club both on and off the field, culminating in the Australia Cup victory, qualification for the Asian Champions League 2, and, above all, player development and opportunities,’’ he said.
“We look forward to continuing the positive trajectory with Mile over the coming years.”
Sterjovski expressed his gratitude to the club and how he’s excited to continue coaching the Bulls.
“Very grateful to be still part of the club and proud to be leading the team. It’s been a great journey so far, with ups and downs,’’ he said.
“My ambition is quite simple, I want us to be a successful team first and foremost. I think we are going to be a great club, one of the best in the A-League.
“It’s important that we are all behind the club.
“I think we are moving the right direction. The fan base is growing, and we all have a big job to do. I can see us being a big club in the future.”
Forecast rainy conditions may affect the size of that fan base for tonight’s Round 24 match at Campbelltown Stadium, which will kick off at 7.35pm.
