Match Summary
Brisbane Roar defeated Newcastle Jets 3:0. The match was played in A-League 2022. Goals were scored by H. Hore 34′, J. O'Shea 70′ (pen.), S. Šćepović 90′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Brisbane Roar had 39% possession while Newcastle Jets held 61%. Brisbane Roar had 18 shots (6 on target) compared to 8 (1 on target) for Newcastle Jets. Brisbane Roar made 4 substitutions, Newcastle Jets made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Henry Hore 67′).
Match Events
Key match events between Brisbane Roar and Newcastle Jets — 3 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: K. Trewin
Penalty
Match Statistics
Brisbane Roar had 39% possession against Newcastle Jets's 61%. Brisbane Roar registered 18 shots (6 on target) while Newcastle Jets managed 8 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 7–8. Fouls committed: 19–8.
Lineups
Brisbane Roar lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under N. Green, while Newcastle Jets deployed a 4-4-2 under A. Papastamatis.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Brisbane Roar is 6.61, compared to 6.66 for Newcastle Jets. 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. Brisbane Roar's highest-rated starter is H. Hore (6.61), while Newcastle Jets's best-rated player is K. Grozos (6.87).
Defensive Solidity
Brisbane Roar deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Newcastle Jets's 4-man backline averaging 6.45. 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
Brisbane Roar field 5 midfielders averaging 6.61, versus Newcastle Jets's 4 rated 6.87. 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
Brisbane Roar start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Newcastle Jets 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.
Discipline
Brisbane Roar's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Newcastle Jets. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Brisbane Roar's starting XI is 30.5 (youngest: H. Hore (26), oldest: J. Hingert (35)), while Newcastle Jets average 24.5 (youngest: T. Aquilina (24), oldest: K. Grozos (25)). 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
Brisbane Roar's starters average 6 league appearances each, versus 9 for Newcastle Jets. 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, Brisbane Roar have recorded 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 defeats. Newcastle Jets show 5 wins, 1 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Brisbane Roar and Newcastle Jets have met 3 times — Brisbane Roar won 2, Newcastle Jets won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Brisbane Roar leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 12 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (7 for the home side, 5 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 3 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–1 in 2026.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 15 Mar 2026