Rockdale Ilinden host Sutherland Sharks on Sunday, Jul 26 at 7:00 AM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 0 points in the NPL New South Wales, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

Rockdale Ilinden come into this fixture in good form (3W 1D 1L recently). Sutherland Sharks are in good form (3W 1D 1L recently), making this a relatively even contest on current form.

History strongly favours Rockdale Ilinden here — they've won 7 of 10 previous meetings against Sutherland Sharks, with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in Rockdale Ilinden won 1–3. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.4 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Rockdale Ilinden a slight edge, but Sutherland Sharks are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.