Swinburne FC will face Doncaster Rovers in the next round of the Australia Cup.

It’s a classic David vs. Goliath battle—Swinburne FC, a Sunday League side battling the elements on a home ground with a cricket pitch and covered in mud, against a well-run club competing at a far higher level.

But this isn’t the first time Swinburne has punched above its weight.

Who could forget our famous 2023 victory over State League 4 outfit Lyndale United, a result that sent shockwaves through the football world?

But the biggest challenge facing The Burners right now isn’t on the pitch—it’s getting the squad registered.

With only three players signed up so far, the team in red and white stripes wouldn’t stand much chance in a 3 v 11 matchup.

Committee member Nathan Gorga was thrilled with excitement at the prospect in playing in front of a huge crowd.

“Away Day at Doncaster Rovers! Expecting a huge crowd in attendance to cheer on the lads” Gorga said.

The match will take place on Monday the 3rd of March at 7:30pm at Anderson Park.

	Swinburne FC	Doncaster Rovers
League	Metropolitan 2 South East (10th tier)	State League 2 (5th tier)
Founded	1977	1967
Best previous runs in the competition	2nd Round (2016, 2023 & 2025)	4th Round (2015 & 2023)
Club nicknames	Burners	Rovers
Club colours	Red & White	Yellow & Green
Home Ground	Howard Dawson Reserve	Anderson Park
Instagram followers	783	760
Had Max Rushden on their club podcast	Yes	No
Named after an English club	No	Yes