# A-League Women player movements

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/a-league-women-player-movements
> Updated: 2026-08-21T06:44:49.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

The roster for the 2026-27 Ninja A-League Women season in Australia is undergoing several changes.

In late July, Sydney FC confirmed the departure of Panama international Riley Tanner following her Golden Boot winning season, during which she scored five goals in 18 matches. The club also announced that midfielder Claudia Valletta would depart as her contract expired.

By late August, Sydney FC secured the return of Panama international Riley Cohn, who had previously been expected to leave during the off-season. Meanwhile, Brisbane Roar confirmed the retention of midfielder Zara Kruger and forward Grace Kuilamu.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-21: Ninja A-League Women players Riley Cohn and Zara Kruger re-sign

Sydney FC re-signs Golden Boot winner Riley Cohn, while Brisbane Roar secures midfielder Zara Kruger and forward Grace Kuilamu for the 2026-27 Ninja A-League Women season.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ninja-a-league-women-players-riley-cohn-and-zara-kruger-re-sign

### 2026-07-25: Panama Forward Riley Tanner Leaves Sydney FC After Golden Boot Season

Panama's Riley Tanner, Golden Boot winner for Sydney FC in 2025‑26, leaves the club ahead of the 2026‑27 season to pursue a new challenge, while also parting ways with midfielder Claudia Valletta.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/panama-forward-riley-tanner-leaves-sydney-fc-after-golden-boot-season

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Cite as: A-League Women player movements. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/a-league-women-player-movements