Sydney travelled to Melbourne for an early season top of the table clash against a City team who were four from four and had met every challenge put to them thus far in 2017.
With the likes of Tim Cahill, Ross McCormack and Bruce Kamau on one side, and Bobo, Alex Brosque and Milos Ninkovic on the other – fans were hoping for an attacking game with plenty of shots and goals.
In truth, it never reached great heights but what can be described as a professional performance from Sydney FC, saw them take the 3 points back to Sydney and return to the summit.
Who did what – and how? Well, I’m glad you asked.
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Melbourne City
Eugene Galekovic – 6
Wasn’t challenged too much but unlike last week where he was exceptional, he was slow to shift focus after the deep cross from Michael Zullo, which ended in an unmarked Luke Wilkshire putting it into the back of the net.
Manny Muscat – 7
The often criticized right back worked hard and put in a decent shift. Had an ongoing battle with Zullo and was not at fault for him getting the cross away. Withdrawn in the 75th minute as City were chasing an equalizer.
Bart Schenkeveld – 7
The number of quality Dutch centre halves to grace the A-League continues. Confident on the ball, great distribution, and always in the right position. Doesn’t back down from anything and you would be forgiven for comparisons with Pascal Bosschaart, Patrick Zwaanswijk and the man on the other side tonight, Jordy Buijs.
Michael Jakobsen – 6
Wherever you put Michael Jakobsen, he will do a job. Tonight unfortunately, he did his job for all but around 6 seconds when he allowed Wilkshire to sneak into the box unmarked and finish in the opposite corner. Football's a cruel game sometimes.
Iacopo La Rocca – 6
Played the under-study to Schenkeveld and held off Bobo when needed. Solid, without being impressive.
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