Emma Ilijoski

Defender • Age 23 • #15

Emma Jessica Ilijoski is an Australian footballer who plays as a defender. She has represented Australia at U16 and U20 level.

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She only started playing football at around eight years old after watching her brother from the sidelines.

While playing in Sydney, she studied at the University of Sydney and enrolled in a Bachelor of Arts and Advanced Studies degree.

Ilijoski helped organise Australia's first A-Leagues Green Game, a Canberra United match against Wellington Phoenix focused on climate awareness and more sustainable matchdays.

Ilijoski's first senior football opportunity came with her hometown club Canberra United, where an injury to Kendall Fletcher opened the door for her A-League debut.