Roar Sign Exciting Young Matildas Defender Amali Kinsella On Two-Year Deal
Kinsella, who was a short-term injury replacement at the backend of the 24/25 season, made her A-League debut against Sydney FC in Round 17 at Leichhardt Oval.
The Sunshine Coast local grew up playing at Caboolture FC in an all-boys' side, coached by her father before moving to Football Queensland's elite women's youth program where Kinsella continued to excel.
In 2024, Kinsella received the Sue Monteath Award (Player of the Year) as well as the Under 18 Players' Player Award, following a standout season that saw her establish herself as a regular Brisbane Roar women's train-on player.
The defender starred for Brisbane Roar in a pre-season match against the Queensland Women's State Team, securing a second-half brace.
Speaking on committing her future to the club, Kinsella said: 'It's a very big privilege for me to be a part of this team.
'I've been coming to these games for so long and I've always wanted to play for Brisbane Roar.
'Getting to make my debut last year was very special. I feel like I had been working very hard up to that moment.
'I want to get as much game time as I can to take my football to the next level, so I feel like this is the perfect place for me to be.'
Head Coach Alex Smith said: 'Amali has been patient and worked extremely hard to get here.
'She brings an aggressive attacking mindset to her position, which fits in perfectly with the way we want to play.
'She thoroughly deserved her debut last year, and I have no doubt she will build on that this season.
'Another young Queenslander we are expecting big things from, not only in our program but the national teams as well.'
25/26 Ninja A-League Women's Contracted Players: Chloe Lincoln, Emily Pringle, Ruby Cuthbert, Leia Varley, Momo Hayashi, Isabela Hoyos, Alicia Woods, Zara Kruger, Laini Freier, Amali Kinsella and Grace Kuilamu.
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