Rostyn Griffiths - 6

Performed admirably for the majority of the match, playing a large role in City’s growing dominance as the game wore on, but conceded a late penalty.

Ritchie de Laet - 5 

Reasonably ineffective up front, going down too easily at times in attempting to take the easy route.

Luke Brattan - 6

Wasn’t his finest performance and deservedly subbed.

Riley McGree - 5

Lacked composure, often holding the ball up and recycling when a more aggressive tact was required. Partly it’s Joyce’s style, but partly it was a lack of creativity on McGree’s part.

Subs

Florin Berenguer - 7

Made an instant impact and wasn't far away with a late free kick.

Ramy Najjarine - 6

Struggled to match the pace of the game when City needed him to offer a creative spark.

Lachy Wales - 8

Fantastic introduction. He's arguably the most promising young Aussie striker in the country at the moment.