Jake Brimmer
Jake Brimmer | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 3, 1998 Melbourne, Australia |
| Occupation | Professional soccer player |
| Years active | 2017– |
| Known for | Attacking midfielder for Auckland FC; representing Malta internationally; former Australian youth international |
Jake William Brimmer (born 3 April 1998) is a professional soccer player occupying the role of an attacking midfielder at A-League club Auckland FC. Originally from Australia, he currently represents Malta at the international level, having previously competed for Australia's youth national teams.
Club career
Brimmer's early development took place at the Rowville Sports Academy and junior side Nunawading City, before he progressed to the FFV NTC program.[1] After drawing interest from Melbourne Victory, he secured a three-year deal with Liverpool following evaluation by scout Barry Hunter.[2] His contract with Liverpool concluded on 10 June 2017.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name
On 31 July 2017, Brimmer made his return to Australian football by signing with A-League outfit Perth Glory.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name He departed Perth Glory in October 2020 due to family considerations.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name
Brimmer then joined Melbourne Victory on 9 October 2020.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name During his first season, he featured in 25 matches, netting 5 goals and assisting 5 times, ending as Melbourne Victory's joint top scorer alongside Rudy Gestede and Elvis Kamsoba.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name
On 5 February 2022, Brimmer was in the starting lineup for the 2021 FFA Cup Final facing the Central Coast Mariners at AAMI Park. Melbourne Victory triumphed 2–1, claiming their second FFA Cup crown and marking Brimmer’s inaugural trophy with the club. He shared the Mark Viduka Medal honors with Kye Rowles.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name
International career
Brimmer has represented Australia's under-17 national team on several occasions, including scoring twice in a 4–2 victory against Japan during the 2014 AFC U-16 Championship. He was also included in Australia's squad for the 2015 FIFA U-17 World Cup. On 29 September 2016, he received a call-up to the Australian U-20 squad for the 2016 AFC U-19 Championship. On 28 July 2025, FIFA approved Brimmer's application to change his international allegiance to represent Malta.
Style of play
Known as a dynamic midfielder, Brimmer excels in scoring goals and demonstrates excellent spatial awareness. His broad passing range combined with technical skill makes him an effective creative force on the field.
Club
Perth Glory
Melbourne Victory
Auckland FC
Individual
- Dylan Tombides Young Player of the Year (Football West 2018 End of Season Awards)
- Mark Viduka Medal: 2021
- A-Leagues All Star: 2022
- Johnny Warren Medal: 2021–22
- PFA A-League Team of the Season: 2021–22
- Victory Medal: 2021–22
Personal life
Brimmer, born in Melbourne, Australia, possesses Maltese heritage and also holds citizenship in Malta. Since June 2025, he has been married to Amelia Thomas, a licensed physiotherapist, and they have two daughters together.