Central Coast Mariners and Melbourne Victory played to a thrilling 2-2 draw at Industree Group Stadium on Sunday, December 3.
Kuol opened the scoring for the Mariners at the 16-minute mark, answered by Fornaroli’s magic just before half-time.
Victory briefly led 2-1 with Velupillay’s goal, but Torres’ penalty levelled the score.
Mark Jackson stuck with the same line-up for the third straight game, and Nisbet celebrated his 100th A-League appearance, while Hall marked his 50th league appearance.
Kuol missed early chances but found the net first, rounding keeper Izzo for his second goal of the season.
Fornaroli’s equaliser came with a spectacular curling shot just before half-time.
Victory took the lead in the second half with Velupillay’s precise shot.
In a sign of last year’s campaign, the Mariners did not back down with Torres converting a penalty on 73 minutes.
The game remained intense, with close chances on both sides.
The points were shared, maintaining Victory’s unbeaten A-League record and extending the Mariners’ unbeaten run to three games.
Next up is a clash with Western United on Friday evening.