Match Summary
Perth Glory defeated Melbourne Victory 3:1. The match was played in A-League 2022. Goals were scored by R. Williams 37′, J. Brillante 69′, A. Taggart 80′, A. Taggart 87′. 4 yellow cards were shown, 2 red cards. Perth Glory had 49% possession while Melbourne Victory held 51%. Perth Glory had 12 shots (8 on target) compared to 15 (3 on target) for Melbourne Victory. Perth Glory made 4 substitutions, Melbourne Victory made 5. VAR was involved: Card upgrade (Christopher Ikonomidis 52′).
Match Events
Key match events between Perth Glory and Melbourne Victory — 4 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: D. Williams
assist: Roderick Miranda
assist: J. Dowse
assist: J. Dowse
Match Statistics
Perth Glory had 49% possession against Melbourne Victory's 51%. Perth Glory registered 12 shots (8 on target) while Melbourne Victory managed 15 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 7–5. Fouls committed: 9–6.
Lineups
Perth Glory lined up in a 5-3-2 formation under R. Zadkovich, while Melbourne Victory deployed a 4-2-3-1 under T. Popović.
Defensive Solidity
Perth Glory deploy 5 defenders rated — on average, against Melbourne Victory's 4-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
Perth Glory field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Melbourne Victory's 5 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
Perth Glory start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Melbourne Victory 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 Perth Glory's starting XI is 37.0 (youngest: D. Williams (37), oldest: D. Williams (37)), while Melbourne Victory average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Perth Glory have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Melbourne Victory show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Perth Glory and Melbourne Victory have met 4 times — Perth Glory won 0, Melbourne Victory won 4, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Melbourne Victory leads the head-to-head with 4 victories from 4 meetings. A combined 11 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.75 per match (2 for the home side, 9 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (25%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Melbourne Victory are currently unbeaten in the last 4 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2026.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (4)
API data: 15 Mar 2026