The ladder-leaders had four goal scorers in a convincing 6-1 win against Moama-Echuca Border Raiders.

Sophie Papalia scored twice in the first half to help United to a 3-0 lead at half time.

Cayla Ruitjers added a double in the second half as United went on to win 6-1.

Bethany Oliver and Caitlin Georgiou each finished with one, while Asha Davies was the sole scorer for the Border Raiders.

Shepparton United remains eight points clear of Colts United, which defeated Spring Gully United 3-0 at Stanley Avenue.

Epsom moved from sixth to fifth with a 6-0 win against Tatura.

Danielle Michielsen was in superb form for the Scorpions with a hat-trick of goals, boosting her tally for the season to 16.

A hat-trick of goals from Brigid McNamara proved pivotal in Strathdale’s hard-fought 5-4 win against Eaglehawk.

The Blues led 4-2 at half time, but second half goals to Chloe Parker and Charlotte Edlin, who both finished with doubles, gave the Hawks plenty of hope for an upset.

Strathdale continues to hold down third spot on the ladder on goal difference ahead of Shepparton South, which scored a convincing 6-0 win at Swan Hill.

Alicia Rowan, who leads all players this season with 45 goals, was again in superb touch, contributing four goals.

Her nearest rival is Strathdale’s Ellie Vlaeminck, who boosted her total by one on the weekend to 40.

Next weekend’s round will be highlighted by a clash between Shepparton United and Strathdale.