Two teams with opposite fortunes: Melbourne Victory are on the up and up, while Central Coast Mariners’ early season form has all but disappeared.
Matias Sanchez – 7 - In the wars in the first half, but along with Valeri controlled the middle and ensured his side stayed forward for most of the game.
Kosta Barbarouses – 7.5 - Great shot after being released by James Troisi which smacked the cross bar. He almost set up the chance to win the game, but for a Jai Ingham howler.
James Troisi – 7 - Had his magic boots on tonight as he rolled defenders and released teammates. Blazed one just over the bar in the shadows of halftime and had another golden chance in the second, but Ben Kennedy was equal to it.
Leroy George – 8 - Put the moves on was given the freedom to float around where needed. Subbed off after a strong showing in the heat for Jai Ingham.
Besart Berisha – 7 - Thought he had scored from two feet out, but the reactions of Antony Golec were exceptional. But it didn’t take him long to score his eighth goal in seven games against the Mariners.
Jai Ingham –5.5 - Subbed on in the 74th minute for Leroy George and could have stolen all three points but for a terrible side footed shot.
Terry Antonis – 6.5 - Subbed on in the 80th minute for Carl Valeri and his exceptional short passing game was on show. Kept the Mariners hemmed in, but couldn’t create a killer chance.
Leigh Broxham – 6 - Subbed on in the 80th minute for Dino Djulbic to refresh the Victory defence. Didn’t have much to do as the last 10 minutes were spent in the attacking half.
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