Adelaide United hosted Western Sydney Wanderers at Coopers Stadium in the last fixture in Round 9. Coming off losses last time around, both clubs were desperate for the three points.
Michael Marrone – 7
Good tackles early on, reading the play very well. Shame he was subbed at half-time
Nathan Konstanopoulos – 6
Worked hard in midfield trying to find space. Late sloppy tackle on Elrich which lead to a penalty. Subbed at half-time
Isaias Sanchez – 7
Quiet early on. Direct driving run attained a free kick just outside the box. Couple of sloppy passes from the Spaniard but he proved it was fleeting with a perfect pass for Adelaide's second goal
Vince Lia – 6
Wild shot at goal early on. Needed to control his passing
Craig Goodwin – 6
His free kick deflected off the wall, bouncing off the side post. Couple of decent direct runs. Good pass to Galloway that lead to Adelaide going 2-1 up. Worked hard.
Ben Halloran – 6
Relatively quiet, dropping deep to pick up the ball. Definitely not being played in the right position. Needs to be stronger when in possession.
Nikola Mileusnic – 7.5
Another attacking midfielder who had a quiet start. Too slow to release the ball. Good cross early in the second-half and it was an easy tap in to equalise. Fantastic start to the second-half, wonderful strike to go through the legs of the keeper.
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Ryan Strain – 6
Showed good energy when he came on.
Taylor Regan – 6
Couple of sloppy passes putting his teammates in a dangerous position when they were defending. Defended well with his head.
Ken Ilso – N/A
Subbed 15 minutes after he was introduced due to Elsey being sent off
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