Match Summary
Adelaide United defeated Perth Glory 2:0. The match was played in A-League 2022. Goals were scored by L. Barr 40′, B. Halloran 72′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Adelaide United had 48% possession while Perth Glory held 52%. Adelaide United had 15 shots (4 on target) compared to 12 (1 on target) for Perth Glory. Adelaide United made 3 substitutions, Perth Glory made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Adelaide United and Perth Glory — 2 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Z. Clough
Match Statistics
Adelaide United had 48% possession against Perth Glory's 52%. Adelaide United registered 15 shots (4 on target) while Perth Glory managed 12 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 10–6. Fouls committed: 10–11.
Lineups
Adelaide United lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under C. Veart, while Perth Glory deployed a 5-4-1 under R. Zadkovich.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Adelaide United is 6.44, compared to — for Perth Glory. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Adelaide United's highest-rated starter is P. Madanha (6.44), while Perth Glory's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Adelaide United deploy 4 defenders rated 6.44 on average, against Perth Glory's 5-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Adelaide United field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Perth Glory's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Adelaide United start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Perth Glory averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Age & Experience
The average age of Adelaide United's starting XI is 21.0 (youngest: P. Madanha (21), oldest: P. Madanha (21)), while Perth Glory average 37.0 (youngest: D. Williams (37), oldest: D. Williams (37)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Adelaide United's starters average 14 league appearances each, versus 0 for Perth Glory. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Adelaide United have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Perth Glory show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Adelaide United and Perth Glory have met 2 times — Adelaide United won 2, Perth Glory won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Adelaide United leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (5 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–0 in 2026.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026