In the latest round of the 2025 rebel VFLW season, the Darebin Falcons caused an upset by defeating Collingwood in a thrilling match at Genis Steel Oval. Monique De Matteo’s late goal secured the Falcons’ first win of the season, breaking their eight-game losing streak against the Magpies. Darebin’s strong final quarter performance turned the tide, with key players like Ange Gogos and Alyssa Mifsud shining for the Falcons.
Sandringham maintained their unbeaten streak by defeating Geelong Cats convincingly at Deakin University. The Zebras, with star recruit Winnie Laing leading the charge, dominated the Cats throughout the match. Geelong fought back briefly in the third quarter, but Sandringham’s strong performance secured their victory.

Essendon secured a comfortable win over Carlton, moving back into the top six of the VFLW ladder. The Bombers’ efficient play, led by Abbey McDonald and Layla Prince, proved too much for the Blues to handle. Despite Carlton’s efforts, Essendon’s consistency across all quarters sealed the win.

The Western Bulldogs showcased their dominance by recording a record-breaking 65-point victory over the Casey Demons at Mission Whitten Oval. The Bulldogs’ strong performance, highlighted by Keeley Hardingham’s exceptional display, overwhelmed the Demons from the start. The Bulldogs’ high-scoring game and solid defensive efforts secured their impressive win.
North Melbourne-Werribee bounced back from their previous loss by thrashing the Box Hill Hawks by 34 points. The Kangaroos’ strong second-half performance, led by Maddie Di Cosmo and Nyakoat Dojiok, reaffirmed their premiership favoritism. Despite a competitive first half, North Melbourne-Werribee’s dominance in the latter stages sealed the victory.

Port Melbourne continued their impressive form with a hard-fought 10-point win over Williamstown. The Borough’s strong defensive efforts and balanced team performance secured the victory, pushing Williamstown out of the top six. Port Melbourne’s collective effort and strategic play proved crucial in their success.

Overall, the latest round of the rebel VFLW season showcased intense competition, upsets, and standout performances from individual players. As the season progresses, teams are striving to solidify their positions on the ladder and make their mark in the competition.