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Phoenix on fire early

Melton Phoenix has started the FV state league 4 west season on fire with a second big win in as many weeks.

After a 5-0 win in round one, the Phoenix was at home against the Keilor Wolves on Saturday afternoon.

Both sides found the back of the net in the first half with scores locked at 1-1 at half time.

After the break, the Phoenix lifted a level as it scored three second half goals to come away with a 4-2 win.

Matthew Sesay, Alex Dimond, Cameron Stewart and Kristian Grillo were the goal scorers for the Phoenix.

The early goal scoring feast has the Phoenix on top after two rounds.

Westside Strikers are also undefeated after two rounds after beating Lara United on Saturday.

The Strikers scored twice in the first half to take a 2-0 lead and were able to keep the momentum going in the second half as they won 4-1.

Kouadio Ouattara and Musa Kamara both scored twice for the Strikers.

In state league 5 west, Spring Hills kicked off its season with a win against Truganina Hornets.

After a bye in round one, the Stallions were at home against the Hornets.

Scores were locked at 1-1 at half time, before the Stallions scored twice in the second half to come away with a 3-1 win.

Chris Duncan scored twice for the Stallions, while Dylan Vella scored the other goal.

Meanwhile in the Victorian Premier League 1 competition, Caroline Springs George Cross lost to Northcote City, 4-3.

After eight games the Georgies sit in sixth spot with four wins and four losses.

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