Match Summary
Newcastle Jets defeated Sydney 3:1. The match was played in A-League 2023. Goals were scored by C. Taylor 19′, R. Piscopo 28′, Fábio Gomes 45′, A. Stamatelopoulos 60′. 3 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Newcastle Jets had 43% possession while Sydney held 57%. Newcastle Jets had 13 shots (7 on target) compared to 16 (5 on target) for Sydney. Newcastle Jets made 5 substitutions, Sydney made 5. VAR was involved: Goal confirmed (Apostolos Stamatelopoulos 61′).
Match Events
Key match events between Newcastle Jets and Sydney — 4 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Stamatelopoulos
assist: D. Stynes
assist: A. Cáceres
assist: C. Taylor
Match Statistics
Newcastle Jets had 43% possession against Sydney's 57%. Newcastle Jets registered 13 shots (7 on target) while Sydney managed 16 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 5–4. Fouls committed: 11–12.
Lineups
Newcastle Jets lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under R. Stanton, while Sydney deployed a 4-2-3-1 under U. Talay.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Newcastle Jets is 7.06, compared to 6.60 for Sydney. 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. Newcastle Jets's highest-rated starter is D. Wilmering (7.14), while Sydney's best-rated player is R. Grant (6.74).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Newcastle Jets have contributed 7 goals and 9 assists this season, led by C. Taylor (7G). Sydney's starters account for 0 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Newcastle Jets deploy 4 defenders rated 7.13 on average, against Sydney's 4-man backline averaging 6.62. 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
Newcastle Jets field 4 midfielders averaging 6.99, versus Sydney's 5 rated 6.57. 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
Newcastle Jets start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Sydney 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 51% for Newcastle Jets and —% for Sydney. 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
Newcastle Jets's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for Sydney. 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 Newcastle Jets's starting XI is 23.5 (youngest: C. Taylor (21), oldest: D. Wilmering (25)), while Sydney average 26.3 (youngest: C. Hollman (22), oldest: R. Grant (34)). 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
Newcastle Jets's starters average 15 league appearances each, versus 10 for Sydney. 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, Newcastle Jets have recorded 5 wins, 1 draws and 0 defeats. Sydney show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Newcastle Jets and Sydney have met 3 times — Newcastle Jets won 2, Sydney won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Newcastle Jets leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 10 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.33 per match (5 for the home side, 5 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 1–4 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (3)
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