Wellington Phoenix
4
Match Complete
Newcastle Jets
1
| S. Singh |  | 73' | ||
| 71' |  | N. Topor-Stanley | ||
| 71' | | N. Cowburn | ||
| D. Williams | | 65' | ||
| 62' | | R. O'Donovan | ||
| D. Williams | | 60' | ||
| 57' | | N. Boogaard | ||
| M. Burgess | | 55' | ||
| 36' | | D. Georgievski | ||
| A. Golec | | 23' | ||
| D. Williams | | 1' |
| 0 | Shots | 0 | ||
| 0 | On Target | 0 | ||
| 0 | Fouls | 0 | ||
| 0 | Corners | 0 | ||
| 0 | Offsides | 0 | ||
| 0 | Red Cards | 0 | ||
| 0 | Yellow Cards | 0 |
Match result:
Wellington Phoenix were deserved winners against Newcastle Jets as they took the match 4-1 courtesy of a David Williams hat-trick.
The first goal came within the first thirty seconds after some quick passing showed how open the Jets defence was. Williams got a one-on-one chance and he did not hesitate for a second. Williams dictated play and his hat-trick goal will go down as a contender for best goal of the season.
You have to imagine that was all she wrote for Newcastle Jets’ season. There’s little chance of them making up for a top six spot from here.
Merrick will have a lot of questions to answer as the Jets are now almost impossible for the playoff spot after making it to the finals next season.
Wellington are on the opposite trend as they go from 9th spot last year to 4th right now this season. Even without Roy Krishna tonight, the Nix showed their class and put the Newcastle defence to the sword which made it 15 goals in their last three games.
The fans are enjoying an amazing season and with performances like this they will be dreaming even bigger. Can Mark Rudan lead his team to a fairy tale ending?
Final score
Wellington Phoenix 4
Newcastle Jets 1
Match preview:
After the long international break, Wellington Phoenix will be raring to go as prepare for their A-League meeting with the Newcastle Jets on Saturday afternoon. Join The Roar for live scores and a blog of the match, starting from 5:35pm (AEDT).
With only five games to go before finals, the sixth qualifying spot looks like it will go right down to the wire.
After a hapless start to the season, the Jets are making a last-minute dash and trying to nick that spot off one of the teams above them.
Wellington Phoenix are currently fourth but are still far from being a sure spot for the finals.
A win here would go a long way in securing that though, and it would be a phenomenal turnaround for the New Zealand team under Mark Rudan.
Newcastle Head coach Ernie Merrick will be desperate for a win after succumbing to Central Coast Mariners in the F3 Derby as they fell at the last hurdle to make the miracle comeback happen.
Currently five points behind sixth-placed Adelaide, a loss for the Jets here would make any chance at finals almost improbably if not impossible.
Before the break, Phoenix comfortably dispatched Western Sydney Wanderers 3-1 and they will be confident they can keep the good times going as they travel to Newcastle’s McDonald Jones Stadium.
This game will have important meaning for both teams.
A win for Phoenix and they can look forward to the finals, while the Jets need a win to keep their finals hopes alive.
Who will come on top? Be sure to join The Roar from 5:35pm (AEDT) to find out.
Prediction
Wellington are on a hot streak this season and the deadly front three of Roy Krishna, Sarpreet Singh and David Williams will be too hot for the Jets to handle.
3-0 to the Nix.
Where: McDonald Jones Stadium
When: 30 March 2019, 5:35pm AEDT
Betting odds: Wellington Phoenix $2.10, Draw $3.75, Newcastle Jets $3.20
Chris Boys
Guest
Good outcome. The jets away kit was an atrocity.
Shabab Hossain
Expert
That's all from me tonight! Thanks for joining The Roar for tonight's A-League coverage between Wellington Phoenix and Newcastle Jets. Don't go away just yet though; we still have two more games tonight including a top of the table clash between Perth Glory and Melbourne Victory.
hog
Roar Rookie
I'm started to get excited, GO PHEONIX
Shabab Hossain
Expert
Wellington Phoenix were deserved winners against Newcastle Jets as they took the match 4-1 courtesy of a David Williams hat-trick. The first goal came within the first thirty seconds after some quick passing showed how open the Jets defence was. Williams got a one-on-one chance and he did not hesitate for a second. Williams dictated play and his hat-trick goal will go down as a contender for best goal of the season. You have to imagine that was all she wrote for Newcastle Jets' season. There's little chance of them making up for a top six spot from here. Merrick will have a lot of questions to answer as the Jets are now almost impossible for the playoff spot after making it to the finals next season. Wellington are on the opposite trend as they go from 9th spot last year to 4th right now this season. Even without Roy Krishna tonight, the Nix showed their class and put the Newcastle defence to the sword which made it 15 goals in their last three games. The fans are enjoying an amazing season and with performances like this they will be dreaming even bigger. Can Mark Rudan lead his team to a fairy tale ending?
Shabab Hossain
Expert
FULL-TIME: Wellington Phoenix 4 - 1 Newcastle Jets
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90' + 3 - Moss recovers quickly and gets up to take the goal kick. Wellington Phoenix – 4 Newcastle Jets – 1
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90' + 2 - Mandi puts a ball through for Waine, but he can't get a shot on goal. The ball is cleared only to return to the wings where Singh crosses a ball in for Waine. Moss dives in to block it, but his bravery is rewarded with Waine's knee to the keeper's head. Wellington Phoenix – 4 Newcastle Jets – 1
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90' - FOUR minutes of added time. Wellington Phoenix – 4 Newcastle Jets – 1
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89' - David Williams is subbed off for a standing ovation from the Nix crowd. Deservedly so after an excellent performance capped off with a beautiful goal to complete his hat-trick. Wellington Phoenix – 4 Newcastle Jets – 1
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87' - Cacace wins his team a corner. Can Wellington make it 5? Wellington Phoenix – 4 Newcastle Jets – 1
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85' - Quick corner taken, but nothing comes from it. Wellington Phoenix – 4 Newcastle Jets – 1
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85' - Koutroumbis has a go from distance. Deflected off a defender for Newcastle's 12th corner of the game, sure feels like more. Wellington Phoenix – 4 Newcastle Jets – 1
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84' - O'Donovan receives the ball after a chipped ball. He's put into an awkward angle and his shot is easily saved by Kurto. Wellington Phoenix – 4 Newcastle Jets – 1
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84' - Singh takes the ball forward and puts a cross into the box. Moss collects it easily. Wellington Phoenix – 4 Newcastle Jets – 1
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83' - Cillian Sheridan is straight into the action. Steals the ball in Newcastle's half and rips a cross, but he can't direct it towards a teammate. Wellington Phoenix – 4 Newcastle Jets – 1
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81' - Max Burgess OFF, Cillian Sheridan ON Maybe he does have a limit to his energy, Burgess has had one heck of a game tonight. Instrumental in his team taking the three points.
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Expert
80' - Singh drives another shot but it just goes wide. Everyone wants to get their name on the goal scoring list now. Wellington Phoenix – 4 Newcastle Jets – 1
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79' - Mandi unlocks the defence as Burgess runs onto it and Moss rushes forward. Burgess' touch past the goalkeeper is a bit too heavy and he can't get a shot before the defence helps clear it away. Wellington Phoenix – 4 Newcastle Jets – 1
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76' - Burgess is showing just how hard he works. Even at four goals up he is running up and down the pitch, and he gets selfish and takes a shot on goal rather than passing it to Singh. Unfortunately he can't score a wonder goal like Williams and Singh... yet. Wellington Phoenix – 4 Newcastle Jets – 1
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Expert
76' - After the sequence of 'Ole' passes, Rufer takes a shot from distance but it's weak and right at Moss. Wellington Phoenix – 4 Newcastle Jets – 1