In front of a sea of empty yellow seats, the distance derby ignored the lack of hype to provide a cracking contest.
Neil Kilkenny: 8 - Couldn't provide Glory the required defensive solidity in the first 20 minutes, constantly leaving gaping holes behind their high midfield line. Settled into the match, and was a key factor in Perth's midfield dominance. An absolute rock in the second period.
Xavi Torres: 6 - With faster forwards than Andy Keogh, Torres' slightly-off passing wouldn't be a problem. As it is, he has to be inch-perfect, and he hasn't shown that ability so far this season. Rubbish headers to boot.
Mitch Nichols: 5.5 - Impotent on the ball; slow to react and sloppy in his passing. Pushed centrally in the second half to good effect, but still lacked dynamism.
Diego Castro: 7 - That's the thing with Panenkas. When they come off, you're the hero. When they don't, and you chose to pull one off when it's 1-1, you're most certainly the villain. While it took the shine off, it's worth remembering his picture perfect free kick, found his spot - the inside of the far post - with sniper-like precision.
Andy Keogh: 4.5 - Very quiet in the opening half, but unlike Nichols, didn't improve in the second.
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Joel Chianese: 6 - Very positive addition, but his delivery and final product underwhelmed.
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