Match Summary
Melbourne City defeated Brisbane Roar 8:1. The match was played in A-League 2023. Goals were scored by C. Good 10′, J. Maclaren 14′, J. Maclaren 34′, Léo Natel 48′, J. Maclaren 58′, R. Brownlie 62′, Léo Natel 70′, T. Arslan 76′, B. Mazzeo 85′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Melbourne City had 57% possession while Brisbane Roar held 43%. Melbourne City had 24 shots (14 on target) compared to 15 (6 on target) for Brisbane Roar. Melbourne City made 4 substitutions, Brisbane Roar made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Melbourne City and Brisbane Roar — 9 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.
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Match Statistics
Melbourne City had 57% possession against Brisbane Roar's 43%. Melbourne City registered 24 shots (14 on target) while Brisbane Roar managed 15 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 6–10. Fouls committed: 8–5.
Lineups
Melbourne City lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under A. Vidmar, while Brisbane Roar deployed a 4-2-3-1 under L. Trani.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Melbourne City is 6.41, compared to — for Brisbane Roar. 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. Melbourne City's highest-rated starter is A. Lopane (6.41), while Brisbane Roar's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Melbourne City deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Brisbane Roar'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
Melbourne City field 5 midfielders averaging 6.41, versus Brisbane Roar'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
Melbourne City start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Brisbane Roar 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
Melbourne City's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Brisbane Roar. 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 Melbourne City's starting XI is 21.0 (youngest: A. Lopane (21), oldest: A. Lopane (21)), while Brisbane Roar average 30.7 (youngest: L. Zabala (24), oldest: J. Hingert (35)). 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
Melbourne City's starters average 7 league appearances each, versus 1 for Brisbane Roar. 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Melbourne City have recorded 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 defeats. Brisbane Roar show 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Melbourne City and Brisbane Roar have met 2 times — Melbourne City won 1, Brisbane Roar won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Melbourne City leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 0.50 per match (1 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–0 in 2026.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026