Sydney FC
3
Match Complete
Central Coast Mariners
2
| A. L. Fondre |  | 72' | ||
| 68' |  | D. Hall | ||
| J. Lolley | | 58' | ||
| 33' | | J. Cummings | ||
| M. Burgess | | 30' | ||
| 25' |  | B. Kaltack | ||
| 20' | | J. Cummings | ||
| R. Grant | | 19' | ||
| A. L. Fondre | | 10' |
| 16 | Shots | 8 | ||
| 5 | On Target | 3 | ||
| 8 | Fouls | 9 | ||
| 7 | Corners | 4 | ||
| 2 | Offsides | 2 | ||
| 0 | Red Cards | 0 | ||
| 2 | Yellow Cards | 2 |
Sydney FC hosts Central Coast Mariners at Allianz Stadium in what looms as a tight Round 15 A-League clash. Join The Roar for live scores and commentary from 5pm (AEDT).
With Melbourne City leaking points over the last month, the Mariners have the chance to creep even closer to the top of the A-League Men’s ladder with a win today.
Just five points behind City, the Mariners have been the surprise packet of the season under Nick Montgomery, and their enterprising play has been a treat to watch. However, only one point has been claimed by the men in yellow over the past fortnight, with a loss to the Phoenix blotting the copybook before a hard-fought draw against the Wanderers in Round 14.
Sydney FC grabbed a rare win against Melbourne Victory last time out, after a horror run since returning from the World Cup break. It was a much-needed victory that keeps the Sky Blues in the race for the top six, and also relieved some building pressure around manager Steve Corica, who is still not getting the most out of the talent at his disposal.
Sydney continue to struggle in midfield without the creativity of new Wanderer Milos Ninkovic, and the 23 goals conceded to this point in the season is simply far too many for a team hoping to contend in the finals.
It sets up a gripping fixture, with both teams potentially inside the six with a Sydney win and the Mariners eyeing off the Premier’s Plate should they be able to close the gap further at the top of the table. Both teams score at a good rate, but also concede regularly and that sets up a juicy Saturday afternoon A-League offering.
Team news sees the Sky Blues farewell reserve Patrick Yazbek after his recent move abroad, though they will enter the match with a settled and uninjured squad aside from Englishman Jock Rodwell. The Mariners welcome new signing Dylan Wenzel-Halls and the return of Ben N’Kololo.
Prediction
The frantic press of the Mariners could well undo what has been a nervy Sky Blue defence this season, and if the Mariners do find some form in front of goal, an expected big crowd will be sent home disappointed after yet another loss at Allianz.
Sydney FC 1 Central Coast Mariners 3
Game information
Venue: Allianz Stadium, Sydney
Kick-off: 5pm (AEDT)
Streaming: Paramount +
Betting: Sydney $2.05, draw $3.70, Mariners $3.25 – odds via PlayUp
Teams
Sydney FC
1. Andrew REDMAYNE (GK), 2. James DONACHIE, 4. Alex WILKINSON ©, 8. Paulo RETRE, 9. Adam LE FONDRE, 10. Joe LOLLEY, 11. Robert MAK, 12. Pat WOOD, 17. Anthony CACERES, 18. Diego CABALLO, 19. Adrian SEGECIC, 20. Thomas HEWARD-BELLE (GK), 21. Alex PARSONS, 22. Max BURGESS, 23. Rhyan GRANT, 25. Jaiden KUCHARSKI, 26. Luke BRATTAN ©, 28. Jake GIRDWOOD-REICH, 29. Aaron GURD.
Central Coast Mariners
2. Thomas AQUILINA, 3. Brian KALTAK, 4. Joshua NISBET, 6. Maximilien BALARD, 7. Samuel SILVERA, 9. Jason CUMMINGS, 11. Beni Nkololo 13. Harrison STEELE, 14. Dylan WENZEL-HALLS, 15. Storm ROUX, 18. Jacob FARRELL, 20. Daniel VUKOVIC (c) (gk), 21. Michael RUHS, 22. Cameron Windust 23. Daniel HALL, 24. Yaren SOZER (gk), 25. Nectarios TRIANTIS, 27. Sasha KUZEVSKI, 31. Christian THEOHAROUS, 98. MARCO TULIO
Grem
Roar Rookie
It was an entertaining game to have been at. Enjoyed it thoroughly. Well played both teams.
NoMates
Roar Rookie
CCM ripped off a point and hard done by the Ref and VAR once again. SFC as def paying $$$ there way into the top 6.
Stuart Thomas
Expert
Thanks for being on board for the game, it was a fun one to call. Plenty more action on the Roar tonight, stick around for all the Saturday night content. Today was Sydney FC's day and the Mariners are in something of a slump as the season enters its final third. Final Score Sydney FC……………………...3 Central Coast Mariners……..2
Stuart Thomas
Expert
FULL-TIME It was a match of momentum and one that levelled out after the two first-half RED CARDS. On the balance of play during the second 45 minutes, Sydney probably the deserved winners. Sydney FC……………………...3 Central Coast Mariners……..2
Redcap
Roar Guru
Fun game and Mariners will regret two great chances missed by Túlio. Well played, Sydney. Caceres and Caballo were excellent, and Alf did his job. Thanks Stuart. Go the Reds in about 45.
Brendan
Roar Pro
Thanks for the blog, Stu. Good game FC, until we meet again. Tough break, Mariners. Regroup & recharge. Danny Townsend is smiling tonight.
Stuart Thomas
Expert
FULL-TIME So Redmayne wastes a minute and a half and the referee plays an additional 30 seconds? Just a bugbear of mine. Sydney FC……………………...3 Central Coast Mariners……..2
Stuart Thomas
Expert
FULL-TIME Sydney win it by a goal in a wonderful A-League contest. Sydney FC……………………...3 Central Coast Mariners……..2
Stuart Thomas
Expert
90+6 Sydney with a late free-kick and they look to run the clock on the right wing. Sydney FC……………………...3 Central Coast Mariners……..2
Stuart Thomas
Expert
90+5 Now Sydney sweep into attack and Vukovic secures the long ball forward at the back. Sydney FC……………………...3 Central Coast Mariners……..2
Stuart Thomas
Expert
90+4 Central Coast with an attacking throw. The ball is lost and Sydney will have a throw of their own. Sydney FC……………………...3 Central Coast Mariners……..2
Stuart Thomas
Expert
90+3 Caceres concedes the free-kick on the fra side and the home side is stifling well in the final minutes. Sydney FC……………………...3 Central Coast Mariners……..2
Brendan
Roar Pro
Sleeping on the job, CCM.
Stuart Thomas
Expert
90+2 Redmayne with some time wasting and two minutes should be added for that. Sydney FC……………………...3 Central Coast Mariners……..2
Stuart Thomas
Expert
90+1 Central Coast into attack. They shift to the right. Redmayne cleans up the chipped ball into the box. Sydney FC……………………...3 Central Coast Mariners……..2
Stuart Thomas
Expert
90' Sydney starting to sit back and the Mariners coming at them. Five minutes will be added. Sydney FC……………………...3 Central Coast Mariners……..2
Stuart Thomas
Expert
90' The ball in behind for Aquilina was excellent but he is simply too slow. Wow, that was incredible! Goal kick Sydney FC. Sydney FC……………………...3 Central Coast Mariners……..2
Stuart Thomas
Expert
88' Sydney controlling this one well, but how much time will be added as the Mariners search for the equaliser? Sydney FC……………………...3 Central Coast Mariners……..2
Stuart Thomas
Expert
88' Girdwood-Reich comes on for le Fondre. Sydney FC……………………...3 Central Coast Mariners……..2
Stuart Thomas
Expert
87' Central Coast cannot find an avenue to goal, Sydney have all the answers and they clear to half-way before winning a free-kick. Sydney FC……………………...3 Central Coast Mariners……..2