Adelaide United dominated but it was Brisbane Roar that capitalised on their chances and held a two goal advantage at half time. Despite captain Matt McKay’s send-off just before the break, John Aloisi’s men held on with 10 men for a 2-1 win at Coopers Stadium.
Thomas Kristensen - 7
Good clearance thwarting Adelaide’s attack. Desperate defending in clearing the ball away the dangerous moments.
Fahid Ben Khalfallah - 8.5
Good vision to find Maccarone in the first chance for Roar. First goal for Brisbane, capitalising on Isaias error, good at reading that situation.
Quality steal and assist for second goal.

Matt McKay - 2
Was sent-off in the 45th minute following a blatant foul on Mileusnic and could have cost his team dearly.
Peter Skapetis - 5
Good chance against the run of play, but didn’t do much else.
Massimo Maccarone – 7.5
Neat pass in to Skapetis. Delightful, quality dink to make it 2-0 for Brisbane. Used his body well and technically sound.
Rahmat Akbari - 6
Good pressure and positioning in the box. Was subbed off at half-time.
SUBS
Mitchell Oxborrow - 6
Swift clearance from inside the box.
Corey Gameiro – N/A
Didn’t do enough for a fair rating.
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