1951 to 2026

75 years of Manly Vale FC

Thanks for celebrating 75 years with us. Our 2026 anniversary events have wrapped up. Explore our story and highlights below.

For seventy five years, Manly Vale Football Club has been shaped by volunteers, families, and players who have built something bigger than the game itself. This anniversary celebrates every moment, every team, and every person who has contributed to our story.

75th Anniversary Gala Dinner: past event

Our 75th Anniversary Gala Dinner was scheduled for 31 July 2026 at Manly Pacific. This event has ended.

The advertised evening included a sit-down dinner, a premium drinks package and live entertainment from the Van Bogan Band.

Thank you to everyone who supported our 75th anniversary year.

Thanks to our sponsors

2026 anniversary dates: past events

2nd Jan 2026 – Player registration opened for the 2026 season > 2026 registration information (past season)
13th June 2026 – MVFC Family Day @ David Thomas Reserve
31st Jul 2026 – 75th Anniversary Celebration Dinner @ Manly Pacific Hotel
13th Sep 2026 – Junior End of Season Presentation Day @ David Thomas Reserve
26th Sep 2026 – Senior End of Season Presentation @ 7th Day Brewery

Celebrate 75 years of Manly Vale FC with our retro-inspired Keepy Uppy game, created by club volunteers. Play, share and challenge your friends.

Our History & Heritage

From humble beginnings to a community powerhouse.

1951 Est.

Brookvale United

The club began life as Brookvale United Soccer Football Club, just four years after the MWFA commenced. We remain one of the longest surviving clubs still playing as an individual entity.

1961

Becoming Manly Vale

Following a unanimous vote, the club was renamed to give the lads of the growing township a true “home town” club.

“It was decided unanimously… to change the name of club to Manly Vale Soccer Club.”

1978

Premier League Glory

The benchmark team featuring the Hennessy and Smuts brothers secured the flagship Men’s Premier League title for the first time.

Men’s Premier League Champions

1980-81

The Undefeated Era

A golden generation of juniors, including future Socceroo Ian Gray, went undefeated for years and won back-to-back State Cups.

U18 State Cup Winners (x2)

2010-2012

Women’s Dynasty

Tony Bruzzano’s Women’s Premier League squad dominated the competition, winning three consecutive titles.

3x League Champions
FNSW Champion of Champions (2011, 2012)

Today

The Family Club

Grounded in the legacy of families like the Wainwrights, Grecos, and Sestanoviches, we have grown to over 2,000+ active members playing the ‘Manly Vale Way’.