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Western United Triumphs Over Central Coast Mariners in Thrilling Encounter in Gosford
Western United defeated Central Coast Mariners 3-1 in a captivating match at the Industree Group Stadium in Gosford on February 28th, 2025, as part of Round 21 of the Australian A-League. The game, officiated by Benjamin Abraham, was characterized by even possession (50% each) and a high number of scoring opportunities.
Botic opened the scoring for Western United in the 52nd minute, assisted by Danzaki. The Mariners equalized in the 77th minute with an own goal by Imai. However, Western United fought back with goals from Vickery (82nd minute) and Ruhs (90th minute) to secure a 3-1 victory.
Despite the equal possession and number of shots (14 each), Western United’s efficiency was key. While Mariners only managed two shots on target, Western United registered eight. Yellow cards were plentiful, with two for Mariners (Kuzevski and McCalmont) and three for Western United (Lauton and Vickery). Both teams displayed a combative attitude, with 7 and 8 fouls committed respectively.
Substitutions western united: at minute 27 R. Danzaki came in and A. Walatee went out., at minute 64 M. Ruhs came in and H. Ibusuki went out., at minute 78 R. Najjarine came in and N. Botic went out., at minute 78 L. Vickery came in and M. Grimaldi went out., at minute 78 J. Lauton came in and R. Bozinovski went out.
Substitutions central coast mariners: at minute 46 N. Duarte came in and A. Kuol went out., at minute 60 A. McCalmont came in and H. Steele went out., at minute 60 A. Faisal came in and C. Theoharous went out., at minute 81 D. Herrington came in and N. Paull went out., at minute 86 B. Brandtman came in and M. Di Pizio went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Central Coast Mariners
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