Essendon Royals were proudly represented at Business Essendon's latest Business Breakfast at Hyatt Place Essendon Fields during the week! A big thank you to Business Essendon co-founders Jordan Leask and Steve Alessio for putting on another outstanding event.

Deano is back! 🇮🇪 We're thrilled to confirm that Dean Clarke has re-signed for the 2026 season. Dean embarks on his fourth season in Royals red. His goals, grit, and versatility have made him a fan favourite at Cross Keys 💪 Read more: bit.ly/clarke-26

Essendon Royals Soccer Club confirms that Vince Battiato has departed his role as senior women’s head coach. Following his recent trip to Wales to begin his UEFA coaching badges, Vince has chosen to step down to pursue personal development opportunities.

Takumi is back! 🇯🇵 After a standout debut season that saw him claim both the Best & Fairest and Player’s Player of the Year awards, Takumi Niwa returns to the Royals for 2026. Read more: bit.ly/takumi-26

Born Trieste. Raised Essendon. For more than 60 years, our story has been carried in the colours, the crest, and the Alabarda. Today, we’re giving you a glimpse of the 2026 Royals x Armadura collection - a range shaped by where we come from and who we’ve become.

The club is thrilled to announce that Marcus Kotronis has re-signed for 2026. A homegrown talent who’s risen through the ranks, Kotronis made his mark in 2025 with 21 appearances and four goals - and he’s only getting started. Read more: bit.ly/kotronis-26

Very limited openings remain in some Kangas and Community teams as we complete our squads for 2026. Boys have openings in U8-U11 & U18As. Girls have openings in U11-U12s. More details: bit.ly/ersc-2026-open…

Julian Guzzardi signs on for 2026! After a breakout 2025 season featuring eight goals - including his first senior hat-trick - the exciting young striker is set to play a big role again next year. Read more: bit.ly/guzzardi-26

The lads are back on the track! Preparations in full swing for a big 2026.

A huge thank you the team at Evado for delivering an outstanding session for our JGNPL squads. A big thanks to all parents and players who attended and engaged so strongly.

Preparations continue for another NPLW campaign! 👊 👊 👊 📷

The legend continues 📜 Vince Lia will add another chapter to his storied career in 2026, as he signs on for his fourth season with the Royals 👑 Read more: bit.ly/vince-lia-26

Essendon Royals is seeking a goalkeeper to join our NPLW U20 squad with consistent exposure to the senior women’s high-performance environment in 2026. Interested goalkeepers can get in touch via text or email ⬇️ ✉️ [email protected] 📱 0423382540

Tieri signs on ✍️ The club is delighted to announce that promising young defender James Tieri will remain a Royal in 2026 👑 Read more: bit.ly/Tieri-26

Jaiden Van Der Heijden will lead the Essendon Royals into our NPLW 2026 campaign! Already a key piece of the club's coaching and technical setup, Jaiden proved the outstanding candidate to take our Senior Women forward into 2026. Read more: bit.ly/jvdh-ersc-nplw…

Welcome, Anthony Trajkoski! The Royals have secured the signing of attacking midfielder Anthony Trajkoski for the 2026 season. 📰 bit.ly/ersc-trajkoski

Nicholas James Lawyers Presents: Meet The Signings! Our 2026 Senior signing interviews are proudly presented by our major partner, Nicholas James Lawyers. First up: Anthony Trajkoski!

Ava Groba is back for Season 2026! A wonderful part of our squad and broader club community, Ava will once again wear Royals red in what will be her third season at the club. Welcome back, Ava! bit.ly/ersc-groba-2026

Zac Kocankovski signs for 2026! Zac joins from Geelong SC, after coming through the Melbourne City youth ranks and captaining Western United's NPL side. The 22-year-old adds composure, physicality, and passing range to the Royals backline. Read more: bit.ly/kocankovski-26

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀, 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗡𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗮𝘀 𝗝𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗟𝗮𝘄𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀 Young defender Zac Kocankovski has lofty ambitions for 2026 📈 With mentors like Leo Lacroix and Andrew Durante, the 22-year-old is set for big things 👑