Match Summary
Brisbane Roar defeated Melbourne Victory 3:2. The match was played in A-League 2023. Goals were scored by M. Rojas 23′, Z. Machach 35′, M. Rojas 56′, T. Waddingham 70′, R. Bonevacia 86′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Brisbane Roar had 54% possession while Melbourne Victory held 46%. Brisbane Roar had 15 shots (8 on target) compared to 11 (5 on target) for Melbourne Victory. Brisbane Roar made 4 substitutions, Melbourne Victory made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Brisbane Roar and Melbourne Victory — 5 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Traoré
assist: K. Jelacic
assist: B. Folami
Match Statistics
Brisbane Roar had 54% possession against Melbourne Victory's 46%. Brisbane Roar registered 15 shots (8 on target) while Melbourne Victory managed 11 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 3–4. Fouls committed: 14–11.
Lineups
Brisbane Roar lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under B. Cahn, while Melbourne Victory deployed a 4-2-3-1 under T. Popović.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Brisbane Roar is 6.30, compared to 6.68 for Melbourne Victory. 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 Melbourne Victory's best-rated player is Z. Machach (6.87).
Defensive Solidity
Brisbane Roar deploy 4 defenders rated 6.00 on average, against Melbourne Victory's 4-man backline averaging 6.48. 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 4 midfielders averaging 6.61, versus Melbourne Victory's 5 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 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Brisbane Roar and 75% for Melbourne Victory. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Brisbane Roar's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Melbourne Victory. 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 29.0 (youngest: K. Jelacic (23), oldest: F. Bérenguer (36)), while Melbourne Victory average 32.5 (youngest: Z. Machach (29), oldest: A. Traoré (36)). 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 2 league appearances each, versus 3 for Melbourne Victory. 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, Brisbane Roar have recorded 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 defeats. Melbourne Victory show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Brisbane Roar and Melbourne Victory have met 2 times — Brisbane Roar won 1, Melbourne Victory won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Brisbane Roar leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.50 per match (2 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–1 in 2026.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026