Brisbane Roar are top of the A-League after a 1-0 win over Perth Glory at Suncorp Stadium to finish off round six.
It took second half substitute Henrique, in his first match back after a knee reconstruction, to put the home side ahead. It was another subsitute, Javier Hervas – in his debut for the Roar – whose sensational flick on found Henrique.
The first half saw Brisbane completely dominate proceedings, with plenty of chances but no finishing ability, seeing the game enter the half time break scoreless.
The second half continue with the theme of plenty of chances but no finishing. While Perth were able to work their way into the match, with a few structural changes and tactical switches, the teams still struggled to find the back of the net.
A few offside calls, which upon review proved to be incorrect, could have changed the complexion of the game but it was ultimately the combination between the Roar’s two substitutes which secured Brisbane all three points.
The Roar sit top of the table and are undefeated at home, while Perth remain in ninth spot, with only one win for the season.
Here’s how Twitter reacted to the match.
Jack Hingert or Karate Kid? #BRIvPER
— Amy (@amychow_) November 15, 2015
Jamie Young just took out Guyon Fernandez about 40 yards outside the box. Yes, you read that right #PERvBRI
— Ben Smith (@BenSmith94) November 15, 2015
Probably unfair that I've just switched from #AUSvURU but this game is doing very little for me so far #BRIvPER
— Bill Molloy (@Bill_Molloy94) November 15, 2015
Should stefanutto be fined for that hair style? #BRIvPER #aleague
— joel griffiths (@billygriff29) November 15, 2015
Steffanuto's hairstyle – not quite a top knot but still ridiculous. What do we call it? #BRIvPER
— The Glory Guerrilla (@TheGloryGuerill) November 15, 2015
i love how much Brisbane Roar fans love Henrique. real proper #aleague club icon, not many of those going around
— Vince Rugari (@VinceRugari) November 15, 2015
Jeepers that fish is slippery. What a moment for the lad! #BRIvPER
— Lucy Zelić (@LucyZelic) November 15, 2015
Hard not to love what Henrique brings to the A-League. Overcome with emotion after putting his side ahead. Special moment #BRIvPER
— Chris Hearn (@_ChrisHearn) November 15, 2015
https://twitter.com/JoelTHFC/status/665797232872980480
Liking the look of the Hervas signing so far. Good recruitment from @brisbaneroar great to see Henrique back too. #BRIvPER
— James Caughlin (@jcaughlin12) November 15, 2015
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