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CCM vs PER
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Industree Group Stadium, Gosford
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Central Coast Mariners
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Perth Glory
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The Mariners will look to address their scoring issues while Perth hope to build on this resilient showing in their upcoming fixtures. Both sides can take some positives from this encounter but will need more offensive firepower to start racking up wins. The Mariners shift focus to the AFC Champions League midweek, where they’ll host Shanghai Shenhua, while Perth prepare to welcome Melbourne City in their next league match.
The game’s biggest story may be in its implications for both teams. For Central Coast, this third consecutive draw leaves them without a win in their opening three matches, and while they’ve shown glimpses of control, the lack of a cutting edge up front is becoming a concern. For Perth Glory, this first point of the season will be a welcome result after back-to-back losses, with their solid defensive showing suggesting they may be finding their footing.
The final whistle brings an end to an evenly balanced match between the Central Coast Mariners and Perth Glory, with both teams sharing the spoils after a goalless draw. Despite the Mariners enjoying the bulk of possession, they couldn’t translate their dominance into concrete chances, with Perth’s defense holding firm to prevent any major breakthroughs. Both sides struggled to break the deadlock, reflecting a game more about control in midfield than incisive attacking. Central Coast worked hard to control the tempo, frequently pushing forward and looking to unlock Perth’s backline. The Mariners found some success through the wings, with Mauragis and Doka showing intent, but Perth’s organized defensive setup limited any real goal-scoring opportunities. Perth, in turn, relied on counter-attacks, with players like Taggart and Williams occasionally testing Central Coast’s defense, though they, too, failed to find the final product.
90+5'
Doka makes a strong run through the middle, aiming to set up Edmondson in the box with a precise pass. However, his attempt is thwarted as it deflects off a defender, altering its course. Ngor is quick to react and collects the loose ball, but his efforts to create a chance are brought to a halt by the assistant referee's flag for offside.
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The Mariners push forward as Herrington finds himself with plenty of time on the ball. While Doka calls for it on the right, Herrington opts to switch play to the left, looking for Feijao. However, the pass is overhit, racing past Feijao and rolling out of play, wasting a promising opportunity for the Mariners to create something meaningful in the attacking third.
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SAVE! Taggart expertly brings down a long pass and spots Blair in a promising position inside the left of the box. With an opportunity to make an impact, Blair takes the shot but fails to capitalize, directing it straight at Peraic-Cullen. The goalkeeper stands firm, making a routine save to keep the game level.
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Perth’s free kick is launched into the box with precision, finding Canga who rises to meet it. However, he misjudges the angle slightly, only managing to send the ball backwards. The Mariners' defense quickly react, clearing the danger before Perth can capitalize on the loose ball.