The new A-League outfit had to wait 10 minutes from time to seal the win when former Sydney FC striker Mark Bridge converted from the spot.

Stepping up preparations for their first season in the domestic league, the Wanderers took on the Brisbane club in a game played over 3 x 30 minute periods.

While the format didn’t allow for a free-flowing match, Popovic said it was an ideal opportunity to put a few hopefuls through their paces.

“It was a very competitive match, it was a good hit-out, played on a nice pitch and we got to run out a few of our new players and triallists in the process,” Popovic told the club’s website.

“Both Dino (Kresinger) and Jerome (Polenz) both had 30 minutes last night so it is all part of going through the right steps to get us to where we want to be.

“We created a number of opportunities but the Wolves were a very good opposition last night, they are coming second in their competition for a reason so it was a good run for us.”

Wanderers are mid-way into a week-long pre-season camp, with the former Socceroo happy with the way the team is gelling.

“We’re close to getting our full complement of players,” Popovic said.

“It’s nice to be all together and players being able to spend time together and the staff getting to know them as well, which is important.

“We all know what these guys can do on the pitch but we want to know what they’re like off the pitch as well so we can create that team bond that is part of being a successful team.”

Next up the Wanderers will head to Lismore for their match against Melbourne Heart at Oakes Oval on Friday night. Kick-off is at 7pm (AEST).