1996–97 National Soccer League

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Sport Association football Champions Brisbane Strikers Start date 1996 Champion Brisbane Strikers FC		Duration 1996-97 Minor premiers Sydney United Top scorer David Zdrilic Number of teams 14

League champion Sydney United Football Club People also search for 1998–99 National Soccer League

The 1996–97 National Soccer League season, was the 21st season of the National Soccer League in Australia.

Season overview

It was performed in 14 teams, and Brisbane Strikers won the championship. Perth Glory and Collingwood Warriors entered the competition.

Source: rsssf.com
Rules for classification: 1) points; 2) goal difference; 3) number of goals scored.

Player of the Year: Kresimir Marusic (Sydney United)

U-21 Player of the Year: Kasey Wehrman (Brisbane Strikers)

Top Scorer: David Zdrilic (Sydney United) – 21 goals

Coach of the Year: Branko Culina (Sydney United)

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