Brisbane Roar vs Wellington Phoenix: A-League live scores, blog
Roar Guru By Nigel Wakeley, 17 Feb 2013 Nigel Wakeley is a Roar Guru & Live Blogger
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Brisbane Roar's Besart Berisha celebrates a goal against Newcastle in another game marred by a referee's decision. (AAP Image/Aman Sharma)
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Brisbane V Wellington SUNCORP STADIUM, MILTON, QLD, 17 FEBRUARY 2013 |
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| Brisbane | Match Completed | Wellington |
| 2 | FINAL SCORE | 0 |
| 1 | HALF TIME SCORE | 0 |
| 9 | SHOTS | 8 |
| 4 | SHOTS ON GOAL | 3 |
| 3 | FOULS | 17 |
| 3 | CORNERS | 6 |
| 1 | OFFSIDES | 1 |
| 58 | POSSESSION | 42 |
The battle for points and finals spots in the A-League heats up with Wellington Phoenix travelling to Brisbane Roar in the last game of round 21. We’ll have live scores and commentary right here from 5.00pm AEDT.
Eighth-placed Brisbane, fresh off a heartbreaking loss in Thailand on Wednesday night in an Asian Champions League qualifier, will be gunning to secure the three points required to bring them closer to sixth place and a finals spot.
Wellington, just one point behind Brisbane, is struggling with a negative 15 goal differential and will need a dramatic turnaround in order to save their season, and perhaps the comeback will start tonight.
Both teams haven’t looked strong lately, with the Phoenix being roughed-up last week against the Mariners, losing 5-0.
Brisbane also lost their last A-League match against Sydney 2-1, then lost on penalties to Thai champions Buriram United, dropping out of the ACL in the process.
Brisbane was also the site of the last clash between these two teams, which the Roar won 2-1 thanks to a stellar performance from Thomas Broich.
The Roar had ten shots on target in that game, forcing All Whites keeper Mark Paston into seven saves (he now leads the league with 61 total saves).
Since their last game seven weeks ago, both teams have only won once in this competition, streaks that included three consecutive losses.
One positive (at least, for Roar fans) is that forward Besart Berisha has scored three times in two weeks and was on the scoresheet last time they faced Wellington.
The hope for Wellington fans might be found in new loan signing Corey Gameiro after it was reported he will play out the rest of the season for Wellington, imported from Fulham via Dutch club FC Eindhoven.
Gameiro has also capped for the Australian Under-21 side, and will be needed as top goalscorer Jeremy Brockie is suspended for this match.
Wellington coach Ricki Herbert is definitely on the hot seat after calls from former All Whites to replace him, and Herbert seems to be the prime target after last-placed Perth Glory removed coach Ian Ferguson earlier this week.
Herbert has been the coach since the club’s inception in 2007 and has taken them to three straight finals appearances.
No prizes for whom to keep your eye on in this game. Besart Berisha (Brisbane) leads his team with 11 goals and nobody else on the pitch has more than three goals next to their name.
Also expect a fine sample of goalkeeping with the A-League’s top two keepers (in terms of saves) between the posts tonight.
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33' GOAL - Steve Lustica (Brisbane)
38' YELLOW CARD - Corey Gameiro (Wellington)
49' GOAL - Besart Berisha (Brisbane)
73' YELLOW CARD - Ben Sigmund (Wellington)
83' YELLOW CARD - Daniel Sánchez Andrades (Wellington)
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7:01pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 7:01pm | Report comment
FULLTIME Wellington Phoenix 0 – 2 Brisbane Roar
Brisbane had the advantage in possession the entire game but it was two good finishes that sealed the game. Wellington could draw a lot of positives from the second half in which they created good chances and probably played the better football.
Glen Moss didn’t have much of a chance on either goal but wasn’t forced into many breathtaking saves either; it’ll be interesting to see if he or Paston gets the run the rest of the way.
Wellington are against Adelaide next Sunday, while Brisbane match up against Newcastle on Friday night. Thanks for joining us for live commentary, hope you enjoyed the game (the second half, at least)!
6:57pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:57pm | Report comment
FULLTIME Wellington Phoenix 0 – 2 Brisbane Roar
The referee blows the whistle and the home crowd halfheartedly cheers. Goals to Lustica and Berisha either side of halftime were the difference as Wellington did not have the class in the final third to put one of their many chances away (looking at you, Tyler Boyd).
Brisbane goes into eighth spot now and has the chance to move into the finals. Wellington, on the other hand, are simply running out of weeks to start their much-needed comeback and things will get a fair bit more desperate after wins by Perth and Brisbane this week.
6:53pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:53pm | Report comment
90′ + 3 Wellington Phoenix 0 – 2 Brisbane Roar
The game comes to a soft close with Brisbane content to heave the ball into the unmarked corners and Wellington unable to keep it long enough to bring it back up the field. Both coaches could get something out of this game but it’s obvious neither team are having their best year.
6:51pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:51pm | Report comment
90′ + 1 Wellington Phoenix 0 – 2 Brisbane Roar
Berisha is now removed for Yeboah, who was a late addition to the squad. Berisha is well deserving of a break are playing hurt most of the game and finishing nicely when given the chance. Three minutes of extra time.
6:50pm
Nathan of Perth said | 6:50pm | Report comment
Don’t worry Brisbane! Not even much maligned Mulvey could screw this up now!
6:49pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:49pm | Report comment
89′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 2 Brisbane Roar
Huysegems almost releases Lochhead into the box but it rolls just inches past his outstretched foot. Wellington have just lost their structure in attack now and it’s unlikely with only a few minutes to go that they’ll challenge here.
6:46pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:46pm | Report comment
86′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 2 Brisbane Roar
An interesting decision from Theo to challenge his own man for a header isn’t capitalised on by Gameiro who weakly the hit ball on the volley towards the goal. Brisbane are all back in defense now.
6:43pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:43pm | Report comment
83′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 2 Brisbane Roar
Sanchez gets a weak header on target but Wellington are looking quite good in attack, which begs the question, what on earth were they doing in the first half?
Sanchez earns a yellow for a challenge from behind on Luke Brattan.
6:42pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:42pm | Report comment
82′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 2 Brisbane Roar
Glen Moss came charging out halfway down the field to meet Cory Brown who was set free down the field with a lovely through ball – fortunately for Nix fans Wellington were able to scramble back and cover.
6:40pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:40pm | Report comment
80′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 2 Brisbane Roar
Muscat drives a shot wide of the target as the game enters the final ten minutes of regulation time. Both teams with one change remaining.
6:38pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:38pm | Report comment
78′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 2 Brisbane Roar
Brisbane earns a second corner as Brown comes on for Jade North, who has had a really solid game in defense. Seems like Mulvey wants to get some fresh legs in defense there. Corner is cleared easily by Wellington.
6:37pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:37pm | Report comment
77′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 2 Brisbane Roar
Nijland botches a really good chance in the box as Wellington were left open at the back. If he struck it with his left foot he would’ve have a much better chance.
6:34pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:34pm | Report comment
74′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 2 Brisbane Roar
To nobodies surprise Sigmund earns a yellow card for a foul on Berisha, who is now in a constant grimace. Brisbane’s resulting free kick is headed away by Sigmund.
6:34pm
Nathan of Perth said | 6:34pm | Report comment
Well done Commentators for supporting the RCC over the “Mulvey Out” banner! Don’t agree with the message but totally agree it should not be controlled like that! kudos to the Den for lending their backing.
6:35pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:35pm | Report comment
Unless the sign is racially or socially offensive there really shouldn’t be any reason to take it down.
6:53pm
Nathan of Perth said | 6:53pm | Report comment
Agreed! If you don’t like copping clean stick from your fans work on the causes.
10:30pm
Ballymore said | 10:30pm | Report comment
Taking the sign was absolutely abhorrent.
6:33pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:33pm | Report comment
73′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 2 Brisbane Roar
A rare offside in this game gives the Roar the chance to remove Murdoca. Nijland comes on, looking to take back possession of the game for the Roar.
6:31pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:31pm | Report comment
70′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 2 Brisbane Roar
Brisbane replies with a chance of their own with a good bit of skill from Halloran, controlling the ball with all parts of his body and working a shot off, which went high. Twenty minutes to go.
6:27pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:27pm | Report comment
67′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 2 Brisbane Roar
Somehow Tyler Boyd puts a simple header wide after Muscat picked him out at the back post. The goal was begging there.
6:29pm
Nathan of Perth said | 6:29pm | Report comment
Totally in the open there… Should have converted.
6:27pm
Nathan of Perth said | 6:27pm | Report comment
“…”
6:25pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:25pm | Report comment
65′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 2 Brisbane Roar
Brilliant last-ditch challenge from Jade North stops Huysegems from a shot that would probably have gone in. Gameiro had a lovely through ball to set him up.
6:28pm
Nathan of Perth said | 6:28pm | Report comment
Roar now riding their luck… Should be 2:1.
6:23pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:23pm | Report comment
63′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 2 Brisbane Roar
Broich comes close again with a lovely volley – he’s been playing much better in this second half now Wellington has opened up. Hard not to think we’ll see more goals like last week.
6:22pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:22pm | Report comment
61′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 2 Brisbane Roar
First corner for Brisbane after a deft flick from Broich is cleared by the Nix defence. Wasn’t much a corner, I don’t think it even made it even in the box.
Second Wellington change, the disappointing Ifill comes off for Huysegems.
6:17pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:17pm | Report comment
57′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 2 Brisbane Roar
Shot from Broich goes a little too high to challenge Moss, but its clear the game has opened up a little in this second half, without the midfield congestion we saw before.
6:21pm
Nathan of Perth said | 6:21pm | Report comment
Seen some threatening attacks from both sides, though it is near impossible to see Phoenix returning from here.
6:16pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:16pm | Report comment
55′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 2 Brisbane Roar
Berisha looks like he’s still impacted from that shoulder bump – he just took a throw in and instantly grabbed at his shoulder. Now he’s done the job for Brisbane it seems sensible to take him off soon.
6:14pm
Nathan of Perth said | 6:14pm | Report comment
Theo just never looks comfortable against a ranged hit, does he?
6:13pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:13pm | Report comment
53′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 2 Brisbane Roar
Great shot from Tyler Boyd dipped on Theo who fumbled it out for a corner. Wellington still pushing forward here but I can’t see them getting two goals back.
6:12pm
Nathan of Perth said | 6:12pm | Report comment
Nicely done by Berisha there, and that’s probably sorted this game out now. Really gifted by Dani Sanchez.
Just got home to watch the second half, been a mostly attractive start, though Sanchez will be seeing that misplaced pass in his sleep. Good game the last five minutes from both sides but surely the groundskeeper at Suncorp should be dragged into the street and shot. No excuse for the pitch still being in this state.
6:11pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:11pm | Report comment
51′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 2 Brisbane Roar
Poor pass from Dani Sanchez was jumped on by Brattan for that goal – Berisha was on top of it in no time and made no mistake with a left foot drive into the lower corner. He’s in great form right now.
6:10pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:10pm | Report comment
49 Wellington Phoenix 0 – 2 Brisbane Roar
GOAL! Great finish from Berisha after a good tackle and through ball by Brattan puts him through, which Berisha confidently slots home from the edge of the box. Unlucky for Moss to be caught out with no defenders around.
6:13pm
Nathan of Perth said | 6:13pm | Report comment
No blame on the keeper for that.
6:09pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:09pm | Report comment
49′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 1 Brisbane Roar
Lustica and Berisha had a two-on-one chance after a neat Halloran through ball but the final pass came to nothing.
6:07pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 6:07pm | Report comment
46′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 1 Brisbane Roar
Back underway at Suncorp Stadium. No substitutions to report at halftime, and the Nix earn an early corner after finally getting a bit of possession.
5:56pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 5:56pm | Report comment
Certainly Herbert will have to take a few more risks if he wants to challenge this game as they’ve not managed to threaten Theo nearly enough. From the Roar, a similar half to the one just played would be preferred, as it seemed like a slow-paced defensive struggle. Anyone think Wellington have the stuff to get back in this one?
5:55pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 5:55pm | Report comment
Halftime Wellington Phoenix 0 – 1 Brisbane Roar
Steve Lustica’s goal is the only thing between the teams as they hit the sheds for halftime. The goal came about mainly from a slight lapse in concentration from the Nix defenders, as there hasn’t been too much to talk about shots wise.
For Wellington, the best player has been Louis Fenton; he’s looked positive when on the ball, energetic, confidence, and has had their best chance of the half.
It’s hard to pinpoint anyone playing particularly well from Brisbane, obviously Stefanutto and Lustica for being involved in the goal could be commended, but no player stands out.
5:53pm
Midfielder said | 5:53pm | Report comment
Looks like a Brisbane victory ,,, cannot see the NUX getting back into it…
5:50pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 5:50pm | Report comment
45′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 1 Brisbane Roar
Berisha goes down again clutching his ankle – seems a bit fragile today, although Sigmund isn’t holding anything back whenever he comes in for a challenge. There’ll be one minute added on.
5:47pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 5:47pm | Report comment
42′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 1 Brisbane Roar
Back-to-back corners for the Nix but Lochhead’s corners haven’t found anyone but Roar defenders so far. Sigmund called for handball in the box, which relieves the pressure on the Roar.
Wellington’s Paul Ifill, usually very consistent, hasn’t played well so far as it looks like he’s trying to do everything himself.
5:44pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 5:44pm | Report comment
40′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 1 Brisbane Roar
Driven into the wall, but a few seconds later Gameiro earns the first card of the game after a heavy challenge on Berisha.
Herbert will be a bit nervous right now, his team has just softened in defence and need a spark somewhere.
5:42pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 5:42pm | Report comment
37′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 1 Brisbane Roar
Brave goalkeeping from Moss keeps Lustica from getting another shot away – the Nix looking a bit vulnerable all of a sudden.
That was Lustica’s first goal in the A-League. Wellington just gave a foul just outside the box – this will test them.
5:40pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 5:40pm | Report comment
36′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 1 Brisbane Roar
Stefanutto took the ball down to the Nix goal line without anyone chasing and slid the ball neatly across the box for a wide-open Lustica, who calmly finished into the far corner.
Fenton for Nix replied shortly after with a good effort, forcing a low diving save from Theo. Fenton’s been the bright spot for the Nix.
5:38pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 5:38pm | Report comment
33′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 1 Brisbane Roar
GOAL! Steve Lustica passes the ball neatly into the net from a great pass from Stefanutto. Brisbane Roar against the run of play just cut through the Nix and left Moss with little chance.
5:36pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 5:36pm | Report comment
30′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 0 Brisbane Roar
Half an hour gone and we haven’t seen anything that convinces that these teams deserve to make the A-League finals. Plenty of playmakers on the pitch but not enough space for anyone to put a deliberate stamp on this game.
5:33pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 5:33pm | Report comment
28′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 0 Brisbane Roar
Early substitution as Dani Sanchez replaces Cernak – perhaps he’s picked up an injury. That’s interesting as Sanchez is more of an attacking option where Cernak was a clear defensive midfielder.
5:31pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 5:31pm | Report comment
26′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 0 Brisbane Roar
Good effort from Gameiro with a testing shot on target after a very ill-advised Roar backpass put him in a bit of space. That’s one shot on target apiece, Roar with all the possession though.
5:29pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 5:29pm | Report comment
24′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 0 Brisbane Roar
We’ve seen a number of free kicks in the cross/long shot range and nobody seems particularly interested in having a go on either team. Perhaps the coaches are worried about the chance of a counterattack and are playing it very safe.
Berisha takes a hard shoulder challenge in the box from Durante and comes up rubbing his shoulder, which has bothered him in the past.
5:26pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 5:26pm | Report comment
22′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 0 Brisbane Roar
Ben Sigmund with another rough challenge, this time taking down Theo with a perfect form tackle (rugby, that is). He’s all smiles as he helps the Roar goalkeeper up and shakes him off.
5:24pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 5:24pm | Report comment
19′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 0 Brisbane Roar
Very rough challenge from Ben Sigmund who is just recently back from suspension – not hard to see why he was suspended!
Wellington are proving tough to break down in defense, despite the Roar having 65% of the possession. Another corner for the Nix.
5:23pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 5:23pm | Report comment
18′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 0 Brisbane Roar
Lochhead’s corner is cleared and then the Roar take off on the counter attack, but the Nix get back well.
Halloran’s been in some good space down the right wing for the Roar, Wellington make it tough for any progress up the middle but if Brisbane can get it wide they might find some success.
5:20pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 5:20pm | Report comment
15′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 0 Brisbane Roar
Isaka Cernak for the Nix strikes me as a good defensive player but makes bad decisions once he’s got the ball. He’s won a few tackles so far but isn’t able to move the ball off quickly.
Berisha set up Halloran for the first shot on goal (albeit from a tight angle). Moss gets down to it easily, that’ll boost his confidence. Nix have got a corner now.
5:18pm
Simon kamphuis said | 5:18pm | Report comment
I would like to complain about the way the Brisbane roar team treat kids who are supposed to run out on the field with the team I think it is a total waste of time for the kids if it’s not done properly
9:10pm
Ballymore said | 9:10pm | Report comment
Good to see if you’ve indentified the most critical issue facing Brisbane Roar.
5:15pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 5:15pm | Report comment
10′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 0 Brisbane Roar
Didn’t take long for Gameiro to make an impact though! Both teams have given away some cheap possession but we haven’t seen anything well constructed yet. Even possession so far.
5:13pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 5:13pm | Report comment
9′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 0 Brisbane Roar
Corey Gameiro heads the ball into the net but the assistant referee overrules and gives a free kick to the Roar – he interfered with Jade North off the ball. Unfortunate for the Nix.
5:11pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 5:11pm | Report comment
6′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 0 Brisbane Roar
First chance of game a shot from Broich after a decent cross from Halloran. The shot was nothing to trouble Moss though – I think it might not have even remained in the stadium!
The Nix following with their first possession in Brisbane’s half – they were pushed back all the way to Moss.
5:10pm
Chad Bennett said | 5:10pm | Report comment
Given that the NRL All-Stars game was eight days ago, that pitch is in disgraceful condition.
5:11pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 5:11pm | Report comment
It’s hurting my eyes!
5:08pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 5:08pm | Report comment
3′ Wellington Phoenix 0 – 0 Brisbane Roar
All the early possession to the Roar, no chances to report as yet.
The Fox commentators just reported that the Brisbane fans pregame were holding signs pleading for more vision from club owners; a fair question after Brisbane is fair removed from the dominance shown the last two seasons.
5:04pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 5:04pm | Report comment
Players have just taken the field. Correction to a previous comment; it isn’t raining, but overcast and 22 degrees.
Roar are in a 4-3-3, Nix are also in a 4-3-3. Lots of changes to the teams who played last week, you can understand that after Brisbane played internationally midweek but the biggest name missing is Wellington’s Jeremy Brockie.
5:01pm
David Penglis said | 5:01pm | Report comment
Should be a close one, both teams struggling to find form, predicting only a couple to hit the net, 1-1.
4:55pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 4:55pm | Report comment
Glen Moss will be between the posts for Wellington in place of Mark Paston. This will be his first match in the A-League for over 12 months, and Nix fans will be hoping he doesn’t let in the five that Paston allowed last week.
Mitch Nichols (Roar) also just been ruled out, even from the bench after sustaining an injury in warm up.
Only a few minutes to kick off now.
4:49pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 4:49pm | Report comment
A lot of pre-game tweets criticising the pitch at Suncorp stadium – that could be a factor in the game. It’s also raining, so could be a sloppy one.
The coaches in this game are Ricki Herbert for Wellington Phoenix (hereafter called Nix) and Mike Mulvey for Brisbane Roar.
Pitch in with your predictions, I like the Roar to win, 2-1.
5:02pm
langou said | 5:02pm | Report comment
1-0 Wellington
4:39pm
Nigel Wakeley said | 4:39pm | Report comment
Welcome the Roar’s live coverage, hope you enjoy the game! First game for Corey Gameiro for the Nix, it’ll be interesting to see how he goes in the A-League. Also late news for Wellington, right back Leo Bertos is out with an injury.
The winner of this game will jump into eighth spot, although Roar have a chance to go to equal seventh on points.
Wellington Phoenix:
Muscat, Lochhead, Cernak, Ifill, Boyd, Fenton, Lia, Sigmund, Moss (gk), Durante (c), Gameiro.
Brisbane Roar:
Theo (gk), Stefanutto, Berisha, Murdocca, Halloran, North, Lustica, Donachie, Brattan, Hingert, Broich (c).