Adelaide United: They can match it with the best
Adelaide United was too good for the A-League leaders. They are a threat to win the title and you wouldn’t want to play them in the finals.
Brisbane Roar: Showed some fight, but nothing to show for it
Brisbane Roar came back from 2-nil down, but lost the game 3-2 in the end. It was great to see their character, grit and attacking capability at show.
Central Coast Mariners: Not at the races
Central Coast Mariners would be disappointed with conceding a goal when they had an extra player on the field. They clearly missed the presence of their coach, Nick Montgomery, who was suspended.
Macarthur FC: A morale boosting win they need
Macarthur FC will be pleased with the three points despite giving up a 2-nil lead. They definitely required that win to have a chance of making the top six.
Melbourne City: They have got deficiencies
Melbourne City should be upset that they conceded four goals. It’s difficult to fathom why they are letting in so many goals.
Melbourne Victory: Deserved more
Melbourne Victory lost a game due to a goal that should never have eventuated, but that’s football. Sydney FC were wrongly awarded a corner and scored from it.
Newcastle Jets: Bad luck
Newcastle Jets put in a good shift. It was difficult to fault them, despite losing 2-1.
Perth Glory: Played well, but gave up a lead
Perth Glory played well, but unfortunately, they conceded two goals.
Sydney FC: Fortunate to get the three points
Sydney FC were lucky to win as they had one shot on target, from a corner that should have been a goal kick for Melbourne Victory.
Wellington Phoenix: They got the rub of the green
Wellington Phoenix were awarded a penalty that shouldn’t have been one.
Western Sydney Wanderers: A performance that warranted three points
Western Sydney Wanderers played some good football as they had double the number of shots on target than Central Coast Mariners.
Western United: They got the result
Western United won a game that they scored two goals from three shots on target.