Lawrence Thomas

[mack]

Lawrence Thomas

Date Of Birth: 09/05/92
Nation: Australia
Birthplace: Blacktown, New South Wales
Squad Number: 1
Position: Goalkeeper
Secondary Positions:

Joined Wanderers: 30/05/22
Contract Details: 3 Year Initial Contract. 2 year extension signed 10/4/2025.
Contract Finish: 2026/27
Previous Club: Sonderjyske
Wanderers Debut: 9th October 2022 vs Perth Glory

Wanderers A-League Appearances: 63
Wanderers A-League Goals:

Wanderers ACL Appearances:
Wanderers ACL Goals:

Wanderers FFA Cup Appearances: 4
Wanderers FFA Cup Goals:

Wanderers Club World Cup Appearances:
Wanderers Club World Cup Goals:

Wanderers Total Appearances: 67
Wanderers Total Goals:

Yearly Appearances & Goals: 2022/23: 27 (0), 2023/24: 20 (0), 2024/25: 20 (0)

International Team: Australia
International Caps: 1
International Goals:

Individual Awards: A-League Goalkeeper Of The Year (2022/23)

Team Honours:

Highlight: Earned a call-up to the Australian National team squad for the Asian Cup in 2024.
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Description: Experienced goalkeeper who played for Melbourne Victory for 7 seasons and is one of the finest goalkeepers of the A-League era. He won a premiership, two grand finals as well as being named player of the match in the 2017/18 grand final. He returns to Australia after spending several years in Europe, and won significant praise with many calling him the best goalkeeper of the 2022/23 season and the best goalkeeper the Wanderers have had since Ante Covic.

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[Sithslayer1991]

of all photos 

[Smoggy]

 

We are a basketcase of a club, and will probably destroy your career..but welcome Lawrence.

 

[pseudonym]

 

[OntheFence]

Will be an asset.

JVS has made Birighetti into one of the finest in the league,Thomas has more ability than Birighetti so I expect him to get up to Jamie Young level.

To do well in A league ya need a class keeper LT will instill confidence.

Edited May 30, 2022 by OntheFence

[marron]

Welcome Lawrence

 

 

Big fan of this one. More spots for foreign outfield players who might, i don't know, not put our keeper - whoever they might be - under pressure.

[Smoggy]

3 minutes ago, marron said:

Welcome Lawrence

 

 

Big fan of this one. More spots for foreign outfield players who might, i don't know, not put our keeper - whoever they might be - under pressure.

The **** is that photo lol Is that one from your personal collection ?

Edited May 30, 2022 by Smoggy

[marron]

It's from that movie he was in which was about a funeral that goes really badly

[mack]

Won the A-League goalkeeper of the year award.

Got robbed of the PFA award by Gauci (despite Thomas having far better stats than Gauci).

[mack]

Voted to be Captain for the season by the playing group.

[MathyouWSW]

1 hour ago, mack said:

Voted to be Captain for the season by the playing group.

Well deserved.

I was worried they'll pick Jack Clisby...

[MathyouWSW]

Thomas talks about captaincy here:

 

 

[mack]

2 year contract extension. Goes to 26/27 now.

Thomas commits to Wanderers

Western Sydney Wanderers FC are very proud to announce that club captain Lawrence Thomas has re-signed with the Red & Black for a further two seasons.

The 32-year-old goalkeeper, who has been a standout performer since joining the club in 2022, will remain in Western Sydney until at least the end of the 2026/27 Isuzu UTE A-League season.

A proud Western Sydney local, Thomas hails from Toongabbie and played his junior football with Marconi Stallions, Blacktown City Demons, and the Australian Institute of Sport before beginning his senior career at Bankstown City. His journey through the region’s football heartland has made him a passionate representative of the Red & Black both on and off the pitch.

Since arriving at the Wanderers, Thomas has made over 70 domestic appearances and was recognised as the best goalkeeper in the Isuzu UTE A-League Men’s competition in the 2022/23 season. 

Appointed club captain ahead of the 2024/25 campaign, the shot-stopper has become a vital figure in the team’s push for success, setting the standard with his leadership and professionalism.

Head coach Alen Stajcic said that the re-signing of Lawrence was a statement for the future.

“Lawrence’s re-signing is a clear statement on the direction we want to go as a football club,” said Alen.

“A local Western Sydney boy that has shown not only outstanding ability as a footballer, but more importantly as a leader showing loyalty, passion, humility and care for our club and community.

“Without question, Lawrence is one of the best leaders I have seen in Australian football in the modern era, and I am sure he will lead the club to a brilliant and successful era.”

Thomas said it was an honour to continue his journey with the Wanderers.

“It means everything to me to wear the armband and represent this club,” said Thomas. 

“Western Sydney is home, and I’m incredibly grateful to be able to play in front of family, friends, and the passionate Red & Black supporters.

“To be given the opportunity to stay for another two years is something I don’t take for granted. I’ve loved every moment of my time here — the people, the culture, the fans — and I genuinely believe we’re building something special.

“I’m proud to be part of this next chapter and excited to help drive the team forward both on and off the pitch.”

[pseudonym]