A Siem de Jong special and Roy Krishna screw-up was all that separated the sides as Wellington Phoenix went down 1-0 to Sydney FC at Westpac Stadium.
Sydney FC
Andrew Redmayne - 8
Few shaky moments early, there's few more frightening sights than Roy Krishna bearing down upon you in full flight. But he redeemed himself with an excellent penalty save.
Aaron Calver - 7
Carved up a couple of times by Sheridan, but remained resolute in the final few minutes under pressure.
Michael Zullo - 8
Threatening going forward, pacey, electric, combative. One of the best fullbacks in the league, week in, week out.
Alex Wilkinson - 7
He’s been inconsistent as a leader this season when Alex Brosque has been rested, but he marshalled his side excellently.
Ben Warland - 7
Very mature performance, especially in moving the ball quickly and keeping Sydney's tempo high from the backline.
Joshua Brillante - 7
Physical, decisive, good passing range. He's becoming better as the season wears on, crucially for Steve Corica's side.
Anthony Caceres - 5
Quiet and subbed on the 40th minute.
Brandon O'Neill - 7
Almost scored a belter in the first half and defended very well.
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