Matt Ridenton - 5.5

Loose passing from the Kiwi left the defenders in a lurch with Adelaide's constricting press. Ridenton seriously had a tough time with Adelaide's approach and couldn't settle into the match.

Jair - 6

When Jair managed to get onto the ball, his intuitive ability helped to build confidence in Newcastle's build up but his midfield partner Ronny Vargas was sorely missed. He didn't help himself in the second half with some terrible decisions in the box. 

Dimi Petratos - 6.5

Petratos struggled to hold onto possession and find space to make an impact. When Newcastle moved the ball quicker Petratos was able to play balls in behind for O'Donovan. 

Roy O'Donovan - 5

A golden opportunity finally came a third into the match but the poacher couldn't get on the end of Vujica's far post ball that bounced past Marrone. O'Donovan completely missed a free header from Jackson's superb cross.

Kaine Sheppard - 5

Sheppard never had sustained possession or opportunities in the final third. No shots, no goals. 

Substitutes

Joey Champness - 6

Champness was introduced to provide some more manoeuvrability in the front line.  

Steven Ugarkovic - 6

The move needed to be made to replace Ridenton with Ugarkovic coming in with a level and composed head in midfield. 

Lachlan Jackson - N/A