A goal in the 90th minute proved too much for Adelaide United tonight, as they were defeated by the Melbourne Victory, 2-0, at Hindmarsh Stadium.
United, going into the game hoping to erase the memories of last seasons Grand Final loss, were on top in the first half, despite being down by a goal at half time. Adelaide were dominating the possesion and getting plenty of chances with set plays, but weren't able to convert.
The crowd of just over 15,000 were on hand to witness an early, unbelievable goal from Nick Ward, who scored unintentionally.
Going into the break down, Adelaide needed something for them to lift, but nothing sparked in the second half.
There were plenty of opportunities for the Reds, especially for Owusu, Dodd and Hughes.
Melbourne were simply just the better team on the night and Grant Brebner put the icing on the cake in injury time, with lazy defence from Adelaide allowing Melbourne to score easily.
Adelaide are now sitting in sixth position on the table, but are in danger in finishing the round in a lowly ninth place, while Melbourne are sitting at a cool 4th.
Crowd: 15038
Goals: Ward (6), Brebner (90)
Bookings: Keving Muscat 23' , Leigh Broxham 43' , Travis Dodd 80' , Glen Moss 86'
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