Roar vs Adelaide United: Brisbane Fall Short in Perry Park Thriller

Roar vs Adelaide United Brisbane Fall Short in Perry Park Thriller

A sea of orange filled Perry Park on Sunday evening, buzzing with anticipation for a crucial top-four clash: Roar vs Adelaide United. The stakes were high, with both teams vying for the title in the Ninja A-League. Despite a spirited late comeback, the Roar fell to a 3-2 defeat against a clinical Adelaide side.


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The opening goal arrived in the 42nd minute. Adelaide’s Chelsie Dawber, a constant thorn in the Roar’s side, expertly controlled a cross from Emily Condon before unleashing a clinical volley past Olivia Sekany.

Despite the setback, the Roar’s response was swift and emphatic. Just before the halftime whistle, midfielder Alicia Woods etched her name into the history books. The crowd erupted as Woods’ rocket from the edge of the box found the back of the net, a moment of brilliance that ignited Perry Park and marked her first-ever A-League goal.

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Second Half Surge from the Reds

Adelaide United emerged from the break with renewed vigour, capitalising on a momentary lapse in the Roar’s defence. Erin Healy, showcasing some fancy footwork, weaved through the Roar’s backline before slotting the ball past Sekany at the near post.

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Dawber then extended Adelaide’s lead, heading home from a corner to secure her brace and seemingly put the game beyond reach for the home side.

A Captain’s Fight

However, captain Tameka Yallop rallied her troops, refusing to let the Roar surrender. In the dying minutes, Yallop rose above the Adelaide defence to head home a pinpoint cross from Mariel Hecher, igniting hopes of a dramatic equaliser. The atmosphere at Perry Park was electric as the Roar pressed forward in search of a third goal, but despite their best efforts, Adelaide’s defence held firm.

After a blistering end to 2024, scoring 16 goals in two games, the Roar have now stumbled into a difficult patch with three losses in four matches to start the calendar year.


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Brisbane now face a challenging trip to Perth Glory next weekend, where they will be looking to bounce back and secure vital points in their quest for a top-four finish. This upcoming match presents its own set of hurdles, with Perth’s home ground advantage and the Roar’s need to recover quickly from Sunday’s intense encounter.

Published 20-January-2025


Match preview published 15-January-2025

Roar vs Adelaide United: Top-Four Clash with Huge Implications

Roar vs Adelaide United Top-Four Clash with Huge Implications

Brisbane Roar return home on Sunday, 19 January, eager to strengthen their hold on second place as they face a rising Adelaide United in a crucial top-four battle. Roar vs Adelaide United kicks off 4:00 p.m. at Perry Park.


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Tale of Two Matches

The past week has been a rollercoaster for Brisbane Roar, showcasing both the heights and challenges of their campaign. Last Wednesday’s home fixture against Melbourne Victory demonstrated the Roar’s clinical attacking play, while Saturday’s clash with Melbourne City exposed the difficulties of a congested schedule.

The midweek victory over Melbourne Victory showcased the Roar’s clinical attacking play and defensive solidity. Grace Kuilamu, back from an ankle injury, marked her return with a well-timed header in the 23rd minute, capitalising on Emily Pringle’s shot off the crossbar.

The dynamic duo continued to terrorise Victory’s defence, with Pringle rattling the woodwork again in the 35th minute. Kuilamu’s predatory instincts were on full display just three minutes later, as she pounced on a deflected Sharn Freier shot to secure her brace and a crucial 2-0 win.

Saturday’s top-of-the-table clash at AAMI Park proved challenging with the quick turnaround, with Leticia McKenna’s quickfire double in the opening nine minutes leaving Brisbane with little chance of recovery. Fatigue from Wednesday’s match may have contributed to the 2-0 defeat.


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Roar vs Adelaide United

These contrasting results have tightened the league standings, with Brisbane now level on points with Melbourne Victory and under pressure from Adelaide United, who sit just two points behind after winning three and drawing one of their last four matches.

Sunday’s clash at Perry Park offers Brisbane a chance to regain momentum and solidify their title credentials. With twelve games to go and the league table tightening, this first encounter with Adelaide could play a decisive role in the final standings.

The Roar will be eager to channel the attacking flair shown against Melbourne Victory while demonstrating the resilience needed to bounce back from the City setback.