Isaias – 8

A simply sublime ball through the lines for Johan Absalonsen who teed up Daniel Adlung for the finish on 15 minutes. The ever-present fulcrum controlled the pace and his distribution was first class. When his side was up by three goals he was brought off for a well earnt rest.

Nathan Konstandopoulos – 7.5

ashed a shot wide in the early stages. An extremely positive thrust forward before a nice through ball to Ryan Kitto led to his side's fifth goal.

Nikola Mileusnic – 7

Made himself a nuisance throughout including a very early bolt forward to commence the second half. Tired and was replaced by Ryan Kitto which was an inspired substitution from Marco Kurz.

Daniel Adlung – 8

Clinical finish to put his side up 1-0. Had a signature long range shot which Jack Duncan did well to keep out. On the stroke of half-time he sent in a free-kick with perfect trajectory to get his second.

Johan Absalonsen – 9.5

Signaled his side's intent early with some warning shots before getting clear on the left and cutting the ball back perfectly for Daniel Adlung to drive home and finish for the opening goal. Was threatening all night and signed off with an absolute wonder strike from a Michael Marrone cross. Perfect balance, exquisite execution. Put Adelaide up 4-1.

Dzengis Cavusevic – 8.5

The Slovenian got himself up and about for the Reds with some clever touches and movement for a big man. His movement in fact helped Daniel Adlung score from a free-kick as Jack Duncan fell for his attempted header. Has he found form at the right time? A calm finish for his first A-League goal may suggest so!

SUBS

Ryan Kitto – 8

Came on for Nikola Mileusnic just after the Reds conceded. Didn’t take long for him to make the impact Marco Kurz wanted as he skinned Nikolai Topor-Stanley who was left for dead, Kitto burying his 6th goal of the campaign. Was a huge threat every time Adelaide sprung forward. Assisted Cavusevic’s goal.

Tarek Elrich – 6.5

Replaced the brilliant Absalonsen but didn’t get to contribute too much bar one shot in anger which went over the crossbar.

Vince Lia – 6

Came on for Isaias when the result was put beyond doubt.