Sydney FC has become the only team to make every W-League finals series.

However, it hasn’t all been smooth sailing for the team in sky blue this season.

Despite now boosting, the third best defensive record in the league, Sydney FC’s season didn’t start out that way.

It is crazy to think 15 rounds ago Sydney started off the season with a 3-1 loss to Brisbane Roar and then continued on with losses to Newcastle (2-0) and Canberra United (3-2).

However, the side found their feet and secured a vital three points after a late winner from Remy Siemsen against Melbourne City in round four, which set them on a nine-game winning streak with a draw against Newcastle Jets their only imperfection.

While Sydney showed a dominant display against Western Sydney Wanderers with a 4-1 win in their last regular game of the season, the finals are a different story and a different ballpark.

Finals football is do or die, but no one knows that better than Sydney FC.

It will also be a milestone match for captain Teresa Polias who will reach the 100 games.

Key Players

Lisa De Vanna (Forward)

The left-winger has played an important role with Sydney this season scoring five goals along with three assists. She has been able to outrun defenders to get the ball in the 18-yard box. De Vanna is also chasing a fourth championship after winning ones with Brisbane Roar, Melbourne Victory and Melbourne City, so it could be hard to stop her. 

Caitlin Foord (Forward)

After joining Sydney halfway through the season due to her commitments with Japanese side Vegalta Sendai Ladies, the versatile winger gave some added dimension to Ante Juric’s side. Her diving runs and dynamic movement in the forwards will cause havoc to Jet's defensive structure if they are not ready to control Foord.

Kryptonite

Sydney FC doesn’t have any noticeable faults as Juric has been able to work with the squad throughout the season to fix the areas of the game, which troubled in the opening three rounds.

However, out of the 10 seasons, Sydney has only made the finals on four occassion with two of those leading them to Championships.

They also have yet to beat Newcastle in their two meeting this season, in fact, Sydney has not won against Newcastle in the last three outings and have not beat them at home since season eight.

Where it will be won

There is no denying it, if Sydney FC scores, they can win.

The team has the joint most goals for the season alongside Newcastle and have the best conversion rate out of the teams in the finals series.

Sydney has become a formidable force.

The team has gelled together well throughout the season, and each player on the field plays a pivotal role, so their ability to work together to bring the ball up the field will be crucial to the side's performance on Saturday.

Match details

Sydney FC vs Newcastle Jets

Saturday 10 February 2018

Venue: Leichhardt Oval

Kick-off: 4:45pm (local)

TV Broadcast: Fox Sports 501 and live streamed on The World Game.