FULL TIME: Perth Glory 1 – 0 Melbourne Victory
It was a result nobody was expecting, but Perth Glory managed to get the job done as they go on to win their third game of the season, of their second in a row.
After a lacklustre first half, Kenny Lowe thought it would be necessary to bring Castro on for his side in the second, and the move paid dividends.
Castro caused problems the entire team he was on the pitch, and was rewarded with a goal after a great pass from Reiners.
Besart Berisha will be kicking himself after he hit the crossbar with an effort that he would have scored any other day.
Melbourne Victory have now lost three games in a row, and they will need to recuperate before they take part in the Melbourne derby.
The final score in Perth, Perth Glory 1, Melbourne Victory 0.
Perth Glory are searching for their third win of the 2015-16 A-League season when they host Melbourne Victory. Join The Roar from 9pm (AEDT) for live scores and commentary.
Perth and Melbourne were originally set to meet in Round 5, however the match was rescheduled due to the two sides facing off in the FFA Cup final.
After a disappointing start to the season, Perth finally managed to secure their second win of the season with a hard-fought 2-1 win over the Central Coast Mariners.
Nebosja Marinkovic scored twice in two minutes as the Glory came back in the second half to get out of last place on the A-League table.
Set to play their third game in 12 days, Victory’s fatigue has been showing on the pitch, and they will need to re-energise if they want to win away from home.
Victory have lost their past two fixtures, their last being a 2-nil loss against Western Sydney, where the Wanderers scored two second-half goals to put the defending champions away.
Danny Vukovic felt responsible after a mediocre showing against the Wanderers, and the experienced keeper will be eager to prove he deserves to be the main man between the sticks.
The last time these two sides locked horns was last month in the FFA Cup final, when Oliver Bozanic and Besart Berisha both found the net in the first half as the Victory cruised to a 2-nil win.
Prediction
If the Glory can cut off the delivery to Berisha, they can get the win. Otherwise, signs point towards another Melbourne win over Perth.
Perth Glory 0 – 2 Melbourne Victory
Can Perth Glory stay on the winning track, or will Melbourne Victory put their last two losses behind them and continue their climb to the top of the A-League table? Join The Roar from 9pm (AEDT) for live coverage to find out.
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well well well .... what a turn up... dear o dear what shall we tell mother....
Justin Thighm
Roar Guru
Wow. Bring on the Vic derby. Victory missing Milligan and Valeri in the screening defensive role and attacking holes appearing. Time for Muscat to pull on the boots.
Stevo
Roar Rookie
Will make the derby an extra juicy affair :)
Isaac Nowroozi
Roar Guru
Thank you to everyone who joined us for thus live blog, we look forward to seeing you all again soon.
Isaac Nowroozi
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FULL TIME: Perth Glory 1 - 0 Melbourne Victory It was a result nobody was expecting, but Perth Glory managed to get the job done as they go on to win their third game of the season, of their second in a row. After a lacklustre first half, Kenny Lowe thought it would be necessary to bring Castro on for his side in the second, and the move paid dividends. Castro caused problems the entire team he was on the pitch, and was rewarded with a goal after a great pass from Reiners. Besart Berisha will be kicking himself after he hit the crossbar with an effort that he would have scored any other day. Melbourne Victory have now lost three games in a row, and they will need to recuperate before they take part in the Melbourne derby. The final score in Perth, Perth Glory 1, Melbourne Victory 0.
Isaac Nowroozi
Roar Guru
90+3' - Vukovic takes a goal kick as the referee blows the whistle. Perth win two in a row with the upset, and the Victory lose three in a row! Perth Glory 1 – 0 Melbourne Victory
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90+2' - Murnane tries to get the ball forward, but it was a poor attempt and it's a goal kick for the Glory. Covic will take his time. Perth Glory 1 – 0 Melbourne Victory
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90+1' - Castro found offside, lucky for the Victory, he was away. Victory have two minutes to salvage a draw. Perth Glory 1 – 0 Melbourne Victory
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90' - Three minutes of time to be added on. Perth Glory 1 – 0 Melbourne Victory
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89' - It's a sub for the Victory, as Gallifuoco comes off for Howard. Perth Glory 1 – 0 Melbourne Victory
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88' - WHAT A SAVE! Castro's effort was heading for the top corner, and Vukovic does well to dive and get there. Corner for the Glory. Perth Glory 1 – 0 Melbourne Victory
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87' - Castro has been on form since coming off the pitch, and he has won yet another free kick from just outside the box, can the Glory seal the game? Perth Glory 1 – 0 Melbourne Victory
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86' - Geria loses the ball and Oxborrow takes advantage running down the wing. He tries for a cross but the ball is poor and goes out for a goal kick. Perth Glory 1 – 0 Melbourne Victory
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85' - The Victory getting more frustrated, as they begin to become more vocal on the pitch. Perth Glory 1 – 0 Melbourne Victory
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84' - Under 10 to go, can the Victory find an equaliser? Perth Glory 1 – 0 Melbourne Victory
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83' - Berisha wins a free kick, as the Victory look to enter desperation mode. They are really speeding up the pace of this game. Perth Glory 1 – 0 Melbourne Victory
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81' - Castro has a go and it goes just wide for a goal kick. Decent effort, but Vukovic looked like he had it covered. Perth Glory 1 – 0 Melbourne Victory
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80' - It's a free kick for Castro and Glory, after a sliding challenge just outside the box. Could have been a penalty, but it's just outside the box. Dangerous moment for the Victory. Perth Glory 1 – 0 Melbourne Victory
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79' - It's a sub for the Glory, as Mitchell Oxborrow comes on for Chris Harold. Perth Glory 1 – 0 Melbourne Victory
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79' - Geria finds space down the wing and puts in a good ball to Barbarouses, who's touch is too heavy. Perth Glory 1 – 0 Melbourne Victory