Brisbane Roar are delighted to announce the signing of defender Ava Piazza for the upcoming 25/26 Ninja A-League season.
Piazza joins the club from Pyunik FC from the Armenian Premier League after previously playing for Portuguese side Clube de Albergaria in the Liga BPI.
The 20-year-old has also played for both Newcastle Jets and Canberra United during the 23/24 season, where she made six appearances.
The defender, who can play both defensive midfield and central defence, played her junior football for Sydney University Soccer Football Club. She then went on to join Western Sydney Wanderers’ Future Women’s Program and played Under 17’s for Apia Leichhardt.
Piazza was selected into the Football NSW Institute before becoming a Melbourne Victory train-on player and having a breakout year that saw her become a part of the Future Matildas Training Program and part of several Young Matildas training camps. This success led to her signing her first A-League contract with Canberra United.
“I’m incredibly excited to be signing with Brisbane Roar,” Piazza said.
“I chose Roar because of the club’s culture, the professionalism, and the opportunity to grow as a player in a really competitive environment.
“This season, I’m looking forward to contributing as much as I can to the team’s success, pushing myself to new levels, and making the most of every opportunity that comes my way.
“After a few months in Europe, I’m buzzing to be back in Australia and joining Brisbane Roar. Can’t wait to get started!”
Speaking on the addition of Piazza to the squad, Head Coach Alex Smith said: “Extremely pleased to welcome Ava to the program.
“She is an aggressive player always on the front foot who now has European experience to bring back to the A-League Women’s.
“Ava is someone who understands the commitment it takes to be a professional footballer.”
25/26 Ninja A-League Women’s Contracted Players: Chloe Lincoln, Laini Freier, Ruby Cuthbert, Leia Varley, Momo Hayashi, Isabela Hoyos, Alicia Woods, Zara Kruger, Amali Kinsella, Daisy Brown, Ava Piazza and Grace Kuilamu.
