Isaias – 7

Dropped back to a deeper role to accommodate Ilso's inclusion. His delivery from the dead ball was poor by his standards, but did an excellent job breaking down Newcastle's attacks time after time.

Ken Ilso – 6.5

Tasked with providing the spark in Adelaide's midfield, he looked to play forward and made intelligent runs but didn't have a large impact on proceedings before being withdrawn.

Vince Lia – 7.5

The unsung hero in Adelaide's engine room, the veteran midfielder constantly broke up Newcastle's play and did an excellent job keeping Petratos and Vargas quiet.

Ryan Strain  – 6

Worked hard down the right flank and got into decent positions but his failed to provide any telling crosses. Subbed off before the hour mark for Blackwood.

Craig Goodwin – 8

Had a quiet start to the game before going close twice just before halftime, hitting the crossbar and testing Moss from a tight angle. Always carried Adelaide's main threat and expertly headed home the equaliser from Marrone's exquisite cross before being substituted late on.

Ben Halloran – 6

Looked out of position once again in an unfavoured central role and failed to use his pace to exploit Newcastle's backline before being moved out to accommodate the arrival of Blackwood. Blazed his best opportunity high and wide.

SUBS

George Blackwood – 6.5

Injured George Blackwood receives medical attention

Became the focal point of the attack after coming on, but failed to make a significant contribution. Went off with a nasty shoulder injury and looks set to miss Tuesday's FFA Cup Final. 

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Papa Baba Diawara – N/A

Came on to join Blackwood up front but couldn't influence the game as Adelaide failed to provide the service required.

Nathan Konstandopoulos – N/A

Didn't have enough time to make an impact.