Riley McGree - 10

A rating that reflects the entire 90 minutes would just pale in comparison to McGree's equaliser. His scorpion kick is a candidate - maybe even a shoe in - for the greatest goal in A-League history.

A hat-trick against the Mariners spawned confidence in the youngster and he transitioned play effectively on the break, when he wasn't outnumbered by City's midfielders.       

Ronald Vargas - 6

He had to repay Merrick's faith and started calm in possession, drawing fouls, but slowly lost his head, became increasingly wasteful and could have drawn a red card in the 43rd minute. 

Roy O'Donovan - 7        

Despite his work ethic he suffered a very quiet opening half, but offered more penetration in the second as he began to get in behind. Towards the end his leadership became pivotal as the Jets retained possession.

Jason Hoffman - 8

Headed a guilt-edged chance over the bar on the eighth minute, but he's a workhorse and never stopped trying to redeem himself. Completed the Hunter fairytale by knocking in the winner from close range.         

Dimitri Petratos - 8

Energetic, purposeful and dangerous from set-pieces. Newcastle's only consistent attacking outlet in a slightly scuppered first half, and he remained largely influential. 

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Glen Moss - 6

The little he had to do, he did readily. A steady presence at the back.

Joey Champness - 7.5

Earned a 66th minute introduction on his birthday and played a huge role in the winner, teeing up Hoffman with precocious skill.

Nick Cowburn - N/A