Both Central Coast Mariners men’s and women’s teams played out one-all draws over the weekend.
The men were in Perth on Friday evening, February 7, to play their traditionally difficult cross-continent rivals Perth Glory, while Canberra United held the Mariners women’s team in a tight contest.
The Mariners men fought back after Adam Taggart gave the hosts the lead in the eighth minute.
It was a massive effort from Mariners keeper Dylan Peraic-Cullen who made key saves to keep them in the game.
Both sides worked hard to score prior to the break with the Mariners looking stronger with some great teamwork in the forward line.
After the break, tactical changes sparked momentum, and Haine Eames’ long-range effort slipped past Perth keeper Oli Sail for the equaliser.
Both sides pushed for a winner, but the match ended 1-1.
The women’s side also secured a 1-1 draw in a top-six battle against Canberra United.
Jade Pennock put the Mariners ahead in the first half, but Michelle Heyman responded immediately after the break.
Despite late pressure from both teams, neither could find a decisive goal.
The men’s team has a bye next round, while the women travel to Victoria to face Melbourne Victory.
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