A terrific defensive performance from Central Coast Mariners will lead to Brisbane Roar ruing their missed chances in a riveting 1-1 draw at Suncorp Stadium.
Alex Lopez - 6
Some desperate defensive work kept Brisbane from falling further behind in the first half. A competent debut from the Spanish midfielder.
Eric Bautheac - 6.5
The Frenchman, with his intricate passing and touches created some half chances for Brisbane down the right flank under pressure. Some delightful passes broke open the Mariners defence time after time but the ball couldn't hit the net.
Adam Taggart - 5
Taggart's first effort was almost a superb goal, heading O'Toole's cross on the edge of the box whilst on the run flashed wide. Another clear cut chance was ballooned over just before half-time. After having a goal chalked off by VAR Taggart got his equaliser moments later.

Tobias Mikkelsen - 6
Worked well with his partner O'Toole to open up space in the channels for Brisbane and was outstanding threading passes into dangerous areas in the box. A brilliant touch set up Taggart but his honking finish went over.
Substitutes
Henrique - 6
Almost got the Roar back in front within minutes of coming on with a shimmy and shot but Ben Kennedy was alive to it.
Matt McKay - N/A
Brought on with six minutes to go
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