United defeated Moama-Echuca Border Raiders 3-nil to retain top spot on the ladder, but remains equal on points with the Scorpions, who defeated Spring Gully United 3-nil.

At Deniliquin, Shepparton United was always on top of the Border Raiders, but had to wait until the 23rd minute for Caitlin Georgiou to put them ahead 1-nil.

Further goals to Sarah Loverso and Sophie Papalia pushed the margin out to 3-nil by game's end.

United retains top spot with its superior goal difference of 45 to the Scorpions' 41.

At Epsom, Paige Gordon and Emily Watkins scored goals for the Scorpions, who also benefited from an own goal in their 3-0 win.

At Beischer No. 1, Golden City broke through for its first win of the season, upsetting Strathdale 4-2.

A pair of goals from Jennifer Suzuki proved pivotal in the Rams' victory, which broke a run of nine losses this season.

Letesha Bawden and Kayla Nichols also found the back of the net for a jubilant Golden City.

Darcey Whitechurch and Ellie Vlaeminck were the goal scorers for the Blues.

At McEwen Reserve, third-placed Shepparton South defeated Colts United 4-1.