Adelaide United's 4-3 win over Brisbane Roar was testament to the entertainment the A-League can provide.
Brisbane Roar
Jamie Young — 3
Was a brilliant part of the scenes following Wenzel-Hall’s goal and mostly untroubled in the first half outside of Isaias’ free kick. Young received a red card half way through the second period as he found himself just outside the box and unable to use his hands, clattering in to Goodwin and earning a deserved send off.
A schoolboy error on his part; the type reserved for an outfielder thrust in to goal in a Sunday morning pub team after a heavy session the night before.
Jack Hingert — 7
Constantly a presence down the right flank, battling with Goodwin throughout the match. His cross in the lead up to the Roar’s second should have been dealt with in a better fashion, but it capped off a positive first half for the fullback.
Jacob Pepper — 6.5
While he handled some clearances with an astonishing lack of ability, he was incredibly effective aerially. Unlucky to see Goodwin’s finish deflect off of him past Brendan White.
Daniel Bowles — 6
Never gave up, similar to a 2010 World Cup era John Terry throwing himself at a Zlatko Dalic drive, the centre back perpetually hoofed and cleared balls all over the park, providing a consistent presence in defence.
Dane Ingham — 4
Naturally a right sided player, although he is no stranger to the left back position. Despite having a good game all round, the Roar youth product brought a red card on himself following two erroneous decisions on his part, leaving his side unnecessarily down when they were up.
Eric Bautheac — 5
Sporadic quality in his crossing and use of the ball, but he was incessant in his work rate and always showed desire on and off the ball.
Matt McKay — 7
Matched up well with Isaias from the early stages. Akin to Maximus Decimus Meridius stepping up to a crowd of scorned Romans, McKay revelled in the boos he received following Ilso’s red.
He may have come to regret what appeared to be an acknowledgment to his teammates that the red was unnecessary (without noting as such to the referee) as he went down with the ship late on.
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