BROOKS IS THE BRIGHT SPOT

Amber Brooks was quite possibly the best player on the pitch for either team today. She was all over the field, putting Adelaide in the best position to win the game. 

Even though Brooks lined up as a defender she was not limited to just her half of the field. She was one of the most offensive players for her club today.

Brooks even netted the only goal for Adelaide in the 53rd minute before it was waved off for offside. Whenever the team has set pieces Brooks is the player they are looking to connect with.

A key reason Melbourne City only scored one goal is because of how Brooks played. She was making tackle after tackle keeping the City forwards at bay.

Brooks is the master at the shoulder tackle, simply pushing players off the ball in what looks like an effortless manner.

She is the captain of the team and you can tell she leads them by how hard she plays.

If Adelaide are going to turn it around it will be because of Brooks. She garners the respect of her teammates and competitors. 

But Adelaide can’t keep relying on Brooks to do everything for them, they need to have a full 11 out there playing as hard as Brooks plays.