Brisbane Roar return to Perry Park this Sunday 2 February, desperate to halt a worrying slump as they host Wellington Phoenix in a pivotal A-League Women’s clash. Roar vs Wellington Phoenix kicks off 7:00 p.m. at Perry Park.
After three consecutive defeats, the match presents a crucial opportunity for redemption on multiple fronts, with Brisbane slipping to fourth place and now facing mounting pressure to secure their finals spot.
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Stoppage Time Loss at Perth
The latest setback came in dramatic fashion at Perth’s Sam Kerr Football Centre, where a stoppage-time free kick from Ella Abdul-Massih sealed a 3-2 victory for Glory. The defeat was especially painful, as Brisbane twice took the lead—first through Tameka Yallop’s audacious back-heel, then via Grace Kuilamu’s clinical finish.
Brisbane’s woes are compounded by the suspension of defender Holly McQueen, who was sent off in Perth, forcing a defensive reshuffle against a Phoenix side that has troubled them this season. Wellington already defeated the Roar earlier in the campaign, making them a particularly tricky opponent at a time when Brisbane desperately need a win.
Roar vs Wellington Phoenix
Brisbane’s early-season dominance was nearly unchallenged—except by Wellington, who handed them their only defeat in a seven-game surge that saw the Roar accumulate 18 points and establish themselves as genuine title contenders. That strong run propelled them to the top of the table, but their recent slump has seen them surrender their leadership position and drop to fourth, with Central Coast Mariners closing in fast and threatening their place in the finals.
Amid the struggles, bright spots remain—young striker Grace Kuilamu is proving her worth, finding the back of the net in Perth, while captain Tameka Yallop’s class shone through as she matched Sam Kerr’s 70-goal milestone in A-League Women’s history.
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Sunday’s showdown against sixth-placed Phoenix isn’t just about revenge—it’s a must-win battle to keep Brisbane’s title hopes alive. Defensive stability will be key, but so too will be rediscovering the attacking sharpness that saw them rack up 25 goals in seven games earlier in the season. Win here, and they might just rediscover the magic of their early-season form.
Published 30-January-2025
