Central Coast women and men’s teams proved the club’s unofficial motto ‘won’t back down’ is alive and well during last weekend’s A-League matches.
In a thrilling men’s Grand Final rematch at AAMI Park, the Central Coast Mariners and Melbourne City ended in a dramatic 3-3 draw on Sunday, December 17.
Angel Torres shone for the Mariners with a second-half hat-trick, countering City’s early lead.
Despite Torres’ heroics, City’s Alessandro Lopane equalised in added time.
The Mariners showed resilience, bouncing back from an early deficit and nearly securing a win.
The match was a rollercoaster of emotions and skill, setting the stage for another intense clash between these teams in just over a month.
The men now travel to Brisbane to take on The Roar on Thursday night, December 21.
Liberty A-League women
The Central Coast Mariners Women secured a valuable competition point in a 1-all draw against Melbourne City in a gripping women’s Liberty A-League match played at home in Gosford’s Industree Group Stadium on Friday night, December 15.
Coach Emily Husband made strategic changes to the lineup, bringing in Sarah Langman and Faye Bryson.
The game was a tactical showdown, with City controlling the ball but unable to break through the Mariners’ defence.
The Mariners showed resilience, with a near goal from Bryson’s effort and a strong counter-attack led by Wurigumula and Badawiya.
Badawiya’s skilful goal was highlighted, but City equalised with a long-range shot from Rebekah Stott.
The match ended in a one-all draw, showcasing a commendable effort from the Mariners against a top-table opponent, as they now look ahead to their next challenge against Canberra United in Canberra on Saturday afternoon, December 23.