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21 December 2023 at 08:45

A-League · Season 2023
Referee: S. Evans

Match Summary

Central Coast Mariners defeated Brisbane Roar 3:0. The match was played in A-League 2023. Goals were scored by Marco Túlio 27′, Á. Torres 56′, Á. Torres 90′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Brisbane Roar had 61% possession while Central Coast Mariners held 39%. Brisbane Roar had 14 shots (5 on target) compared to 8 (4 on target) for Central Coast Mariners. Brisbane Roar made 5 substitutions, Central Coast Mariners made 4. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Marco Túlio 51′).

Match Events

Key match events between Brisbane Roar and Central Coast Mariners — 3 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.

Brisbane Roar
Central Coast Mariners
Kick Off
Carlo Armiento11′
27′
Marco Túlio

assist: S. Roux

Half Time
C. ArmientoJ. Lofthouse
46′
VAR
51′Goal cancelled
56′
Á. Torres

assist: Marco Túlio

59′
A. KuolJ. Reec
T. GomulkaA. Parsons
61′
T. WaddinghamR. Brownlie
61′
N. MileusnicS. Cahill
75′
J. CalettiJ. Markovski
75′
75′
M. BalardN. Paull
75′
S. RouxMikael Doka
81′
H. SteeleB. Tapp
90+7′
Á. Torres

assist: J. Nisbet

Full Time

Match Statistics

Brisbane Roar had 61% possession against Central Coast Mariners's 39%. Brisbane Roar registered 14 shots (5 on target) while Central Coast Mariners managed 8 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 9–1. Fouls committed: 7–6.

5Shots on Goal4
3Shots off Goal3
14Total Shots8
6Blocked Shots1
12Shots insidebox6
2Shots outsidebox2
7Fouls6
9Corner Kicks1
4Offsides2
61%Ball Possession39%
1Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves5
583Total passes381
496Passes accurate279
85%Passes %73%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Brisbane Roar lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under R. Aloisi, while Central Coast Mariners deployed a 4-2-3-1 under M. Jackson.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Brisbane Roar is —, compared to 6.58 for Central Coast Mariners. 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 —, while Central Coast Mariners's best-rated player is S. Roux (6.61).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Brisbane Roar have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Central Coast Mariners's starters account for 1 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by S. Roux (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Brisbane Roar deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Central Coast Mariners's 4-man backline averaging 6.61. 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 —, versus Central Coast Mariners's 5 rated 6.54. 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 1 for Central Coast Mariners 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 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 4 for Central Coast Mariners. 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 28.3 (youngest: L. Zabala (24), oldest: J. Hingert (35)), while Central Coast Mariners average 29.0 (youngest: H. Steele (23), oldest: S. Roux (32)). 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 0 league appearances each, versus 11 for Central Coast Mariners. 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.

Brisbane RoarPosition StrengthCentral Coast Mariners
Avg Rating
6.58
🛡 DEF (4 v 4)6.61
0G 0A1G 1A
MID (5 v 5)6.54
0G 0A0G 0A
Brisbane Roar4-2-3-1
1🧤GKM. Freke
19🛡DEFJ. Hingert
27🛡DEFK. Trewin
5🛡DEFT. Aldred
35🛡DEFL. Zabala
6MIDJ. Caletti
26MIDJ. O'Shea
10MIDN. Mileusnic
12MIDT. Gomulka
17MIDC. Armiento
16FWDT. Waddingham
Central Coast Mariners4-2-3-1
20🧤GKD. Vukovic
15🛡DEFS. Roux6.61G1A
23🛡DEFD. Hall
3🛡DEFB. Kaltak
18🛡DEFJ. Farrell
16MIDH. Steele6.5
6MIDM. Balard
10MIDMarco Túlio
4MIDJ. Nisbet
11MIDÁ. Torres
9FWDA. Kuol

Substitutes

22(F)A. Parsons
32(D)J. Nikolovski

Substitutes

17(F)J. Reec
2(D)Mikael Doka
26(M)B. Tapp

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Brisbane Roar have recorded 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 defeats. Central Coast Mariners show 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.

Brisbane Roar

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Central Coast Mariners

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Head to Head

Brisbane Roar and Central Coast Mariners have met 3 times — Brisbane Roar won 2, Central Coast Mariners 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 8 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.67 per match (5 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–2 in 2026.

2

Brisbane Roar

0

Drawn

1

Central Coast Mariners

Goals: 5Goals: 3

Recent Meetings (3)

7 Feb 2026Brisbane Roar1 – 2Central Coast Mariners
31 Dec 2025Central Coast Mariners1 – 2Brisbane Roar
24 Aug 2025Brisbane Roar2 – 0Central Coast Mariners

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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