For the Jets, it was their first victory over Sydney in 16 attempts, dating back to 2012 and gives them an 11-point buffer over third-placed Melbourne City.

The Sky Blues suffered just their second defeat of the season and their first away to Newcastle since December 2012.

Newcastle Jets

Jack Duncan - 7

Stretched but couldn't deny Bobo's equaliser. Wasn't forced into too many saves. But dealt with crosses well.

Jason Hoffman - 7

Delivered a few crosses and was forced into five interceptions.

Nigel Boogaard - 8

Made three tackles, three interceptions, and three clearances, and set up Topor-Stanley for the penalty. Was forced off with injury late on.

Nikolai Topor-Stanley - 8

Won the penalty, made eight clearances, and won three duels.

Daniel Georgievski - 7

Reacted quickly to deny Sydney a second equaliser. Had a couple of chances to seal the result late on.