Melbourne City vs Western Sydney Wanderers – How Twitter Reacted

After John van 't Schip resigned as manager of Melbourne City due to family reasons, all eyes were on interim coach Mike Valkanis, to see how his team would fare during his first match in charge.

A stunning volley from defender Ivan Franjic rewarded Melbourne City for their early dominance, but was almost undone when Nichols failed to convert a one on one chance in the 27^th minute.

To add insult to injury, Borda was sent off for Western Sydney in the 30^th minute, creating problems for the Wanderers, with more than half of the game remaining.

The Wanderers threatened in the second half, but failed to equalise, handing Melbourne City their first win of 2017.

But what did the fans think about the key moments of the match? 

On Janjetovic’s inclusion into the first team…

The Wanderers new recruit was given an immediate opportunity by Popovic to prove his worth, but his selection proved controversial.

If we lose, it's all Janjetovic's fault. #MCYvWSW

— Nermin Bajric (@nermindotcom) January 6, 2017

Popović: "Vedran trained well, he has a good foundation" #MCYvWSW pic.twitter.com/G8chqMlFBp

— Dale Roots (@dale_roots) January 6, 2017

Janjetovic in goals, Sotirio as striker, Cornthwait on the bench... help us lord#MCYvWSW

— Sto Na Sat (@stonasat) January 6, 2017

Hoping for a Wanderers win, but no chance I reckon. No Dimas and Janjetovic will still be shaking off the cobwebs. 3-0 City.#MCYvWSW

— Dave (@eldantehicks) January 6, 2017

A Vedran howler is almost a gimme… #MCYvWSW

— 🤷🏻♂️ (@Doz_I_) January 6, 2017

On Milo...

One fan’s attention had already drifted early in the match, asking a very important question…

What goes in the cup first? #MCYvWSW

— Simon Mattiaccio (@smatt1616) January 6, 2017

On THAT Ivan Franjic goal…

Franjic’s sweet volley got the fans excited, but could Janjetovic have done better between the sticks?

Ivan. 👏 #MCYvWSW

— Matt (@DTDmatt) January 6, 2017

Just ridiculous from Franjic! #MCYvWSW #Aleague

— Justin Civitillo (@JC_Kazama) January 6, 2017

MY WORD!!! FRANJIC WHAT A GOAL!!! #MCYvWSW

— Javiera Silva Bravo (@javierasilva95) January 6, 2017

Yeah alright - that was phenomenal #MCYvWSW

— Peter (@nutwals) January 6, 2017

Tyson would have saved that, then put the ball down field for a quick counter and we would have scored #MCYvWSW #PopaOut

— Rob (@RobskiNew) January 6, 2017

On Borda’s red card…

Borda’s elbow on Fornaroli was given a straight red, which quite possibly was the difference in the end. Fans were divided on whether the decision was warranted.

Borda Farce #MCYvWSW

— Dale Roots (@dale_roots) January 6, 2017

Hope this isn't simulation. #MCYvWSW

— Daryl Matthews (@DMSportsTrader) January 6, 2017

3-4 weeks for that #MCYvWSW

— Dan Jarvis (@DanJarvis1980) January 6, 2017

Dear oh dear, Wanderers.#MCYvWSW

— Dave (@eldantehicks) January 6, 2017

That is soft. #MCYvWSW

— Chris Hearn (@_ChrisHearn) January 6, 2017

That's a stone wall red! #MCYvWSW

— Chris (@Vossy7) January 6, 2017

I dunno if that is a straight red, yellow for sure but I don't think it was malicious #MCYvWSW

— Ryan's Rovers (@Ryans_Rovers) January 6, 2017

Halftime Thoughts…

HT, 1-0. Chich's moment of #IndividualBrilliance from dead ball is difference between two sides who keep ball for mere sake of it. #MCYvWSW

— Ante Jukić (@a_jukic) January 6, 2017

Wanderers first half summed up. #MCYvWSW #ALeague pic.twitter.com/AjsxfZtcno

— Jarrad (@JarradHD) January 6, 2017

Good to see Michael Valkanis is rocking a solid tan #MCYvWSW

— Charles Thomas (@ChuckVass) January 6, 2017

Has Cahill Come Off? #MCYvWSW #ALeague

— SokkaaLife⚽️ (@Kupej) January 6, 2017

My half time summary#MCYvWSW pic.twitter.com/5YtXL3NdXk

— theMoscowSlip (@TheMoscowSlip) January 6, 2017

What an interesting half. City score a cracker, WSW he their chances, & then they're down 10 men. Looks like bus parking in 2nd 45. #MCYvWSW

— William Caldwell (@Will_Caldwell10) January 6, 2017

On Jonathan Aspro’s performance…

The young central defender impressed again tonight, surely cementing a spot in the first team line-up for the remainder of the season.

Aspro has been absolutely outstanding tonight #MCYvWSW

— theMoscowSlip (@TheMoscowSlip) January 6, 2017

#mcyvwsw Aspro is a champion!

— Boutros WSW (@bootyz333) January 6, 2017

Aspro at the back for @wswanderersfc looking like he has a big future ahead of him. @ALeague #MCYvWSW

— Jamie Ocego-Kingsley (@Redwood1968) January 6, 2017

Aspro is solid. I just wish he was faster. #MCYvWSW

— Shane Perris (@smperris) January 6, 2017

Really rate Aspro, he's been great in defence both times WSW have come up against City this season. #MCYvWSW

— James (@James01253) January 6, 2017

On the inevitable presence of AAMI Park seagulls…

They were the highlight of this year’s FFA Cup Final, and are still interesting enough to receive some mentions on Twitter!

#MCYvWSW 2nd half the seagulls should be arriving soon

— Michael Macchione (@MichaelMacchio1) January 6, 2017

And the seagulls have started arriving #OnSchedule #MCYvWSW

— Ryan's Rovers (@Ryans_Rovers) January 6, 2017

Seagulls working the wide channels. *nods approvingly* #MCYvWSW

— 4burner (@4burner) January 6, 2017

On Janjetovic’s 90^th minute save…

Is this the one save that justified Popovic’s inclusion of his newly signed goalkeeper into the first team?

That is a superb save.#MCYvWSW

— Dave (@eldantehicks) January 6, 2017

Tyson or Redmayne would've not saved that. #MCYvWSW #WSW

— Justin. (@AlexisMyDrug) January 6, 2017

What A Save Vedran #MCYvWSW

— SokkaaLife⚽️ (@Kupej) January 6, 2017

With that. Vedran shows his worth #MCYvWSW

— Julian Daw (@JulianDaw) January 6, 2017

Tyson would have dived the wrong way #MCYvWSW

— Daniel Carr (@danieljcarrr) January 6, 2017

Full Time Thoughts…

Western Sydney threatened to equalise, even with ten men, but Melbourne City held on in the second half. It wasn’t the most entertaining of matches, but there were still some fascinating, debatable and interesting moments to take notice of.

Another underwhelming performance by City. That felt like a loss #ALeague #MCYvWSW 👎👎👎

— Heath Buck (@heath_buck) January 6, 2017

Well done boys for keeping the score line 1-0 with only 10 players. #MCYvWSW

— Malinda (@FreelyVivacious) January 6, 2017

Ugly disgraceful win. We did not deserve it playing such horrible disgusting football. #MCYvWSW

— Jedi Master Brendan (@Brentendo_64) January 6, 2017

City toothless with the extra man and win on a wundergoal. They won't win anything. #MCYvWSW

— Julian Daw (@JulianDaw) January 6, 2017

Abysmal against an equally abysmal City side. When is enough, enough? #MCYvWSW

— Moza (@JofoMoza) January 6, 2017

"We played great football" -Tim Cahill

What game was he involved in?#MCYvWSW

— Rob (@RobskiNew) January 6, 2017

Was honestly better to watch paint dry in this heat than the second half. #MCYvWSW

— Alvin Ng (@AlvinNg) January 6, 2017

FT, 1-0. I spent the last ten minutes discussing Soulja Boy vs Chris Brown and, "Which side of a Maxibon do you eat first?" #MCYvWSW

— Ante Jukić (@a_jukic) January 6, 2017