The Roar's A-League Men tips and predictions: Round 26 - the jostle for finals positions is on in earnest
Here is the way the Roar expert panel sees all the action unfolding across the final weekend of play prior to the semi-finals.
Perth Glory defender Josh Risdon hopes his recent wonder strike caught the attention of Socceroos coach Ange Postecoglou.
Risdon unleashed a 23-yard thunderbolt to inspire Glory to a 3-2 win over the Wanderers last Saturday.
The 22-year-old right back was on the cusp of an Asian Cup call-up earlier this year, and he hopes his strong performances this season will boost his chances of earning a Socceroos debut in the near future.
“Hopefully (Postecoglou) saw that,” Risdon said.
“I think that’s part of my game that I was missing – the final third, the last ball, and just that cutting edge.
“Hopefully I’ve got a few more to come.
“I know my main job is to stay and defend, but every chance I get I like to have a venture forward and try to help out when I can.
“Hopefully my chance comes for the Socceroos.”
With just four games remaining, Glory sit equal on points with second-placed Melbourne Victory, and just one behind ladder-leaders Wellington.
Perth have an excellent chance to boost their chances of a top-two berth when they take on the last-placed Jets in Newcastle on Monday.
Saturday’s win against the Wanderers broke a nine-match winless run for Perth, and Risdon said the club was looking to finish off the season strongly.
Midfielder Danny De Silva and striker Jamie Maclaren are a chance to feature against the Jets if they pull up well from their stint with the Olyroos.
Veteran Ruben Zadkovich is a chance to return from a knee injury, while winger Youssouf Hersi (hamstring) is edging closer towards a playing return.
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Here is the way the Roar expert panel sees all the action unfolding across the final weekend of play prior to the semi-finals.
Mathew Leckie played a pivotal part in Melbourne City claiming an 8-nil win; playing a role in several of his team's goals.
The loser of the Sydney Derby will be under immense pressure entering the final three matches of the season.
A good performance from Michael Ruhs, scoring twice to beat Macarthur and doubling his season goal tally in the process.
Sydney moved into fourth with their point but Glory's finals hopes are now officially extinguished.
Anthony Caceres is a player with immense talent and has a fantastic work rate, broke the deadlock against the Mariners in the 74th minute.