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A result that neither team can complain about. Brisbane had far more possession, and perhaps should’ve won the match, if not for their lack of chances in the box.
The last ten minutes from Brisbane were fantastic, but not enough to secure the win.
For Perth, an early goal wasn’t enough, and for large portions of the match they were outplayed and outskilled, though they defended galliantly and therefore can’t complain with one point.
FINAL SCORE:
Brisbane 1
Perth 1
Perth Glory travel to Suncorp with a full squad this weekend as they look to extend their lead at the top of the table against a Brisbane Roar side fuelled from their off-field controversy. Join The Roar from 5:00pm (AEDST) for live scores and coverage.
It’s hard to bet against Perth in their current form, though away from home and against the Roar they don’t have the best record. Their season thus far has been flawless, but still critics would have trouble believing they can maintain their form, considering the years of failure that precedes them.
Tonight is the perfect test for the Glory, against a side who they’ve struggled against in the past and who, despite the off-field controversy, will always bring their best to the pitch.
If Perth can sustain their form against the Roar at Suncorp, and get the three points away from home, then they could very well be on the right path to a Premiership year.
And equally important tonight is a result for Brisbane, who will be desperate to get the past week behind them. But a change in coaching staff can often lift a team, as players must fight for the coach’s affections, and impress the new boss for a starting position.
And Frans Thijssen is no easy man to impress. With 14 caps for the Netherlands and over 200 appearances in the Eredivisie, the hard, creative midfielder comes to Brisbane with coaching experience in Holland’s second division, as well as four teams in the Middle East.
He will know how he wants his team to play, and hopefully by tonight, will have settled a starting XI that can challenge the current A-League leaders.
Petratos may not start in the midfield, as Lustica is more enticing on first glance. The back four is fairly settled, pending the left-back replacement for Stefanutto, who is out for up to 6six weeks with a groin injury.
It will be an exciting encounter and one that should provide lots of attack from both sides, though I predict that Glory will pinch this one from Brisbane at home.
Tip: Perth Glory 2-1 Brisbane Roar.
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