BRISBANE ROAR v CANBERRA UNITED

Brisbane survived a scare from Adelaide United last week to eventually win 4-2 in South Australia while Canberra was on the wrong end of a 5-1 scoreline against a rampant Newcastle Jets.

This game is big for both sides. If Brisbane takes a single point from this game then they claim a record-equalling third premiership.

Canberra simply must win if they have any chance of playing finals. They will also need a favour from the Jets to avoid missing finals for the first time since the 2012-13 season.  

Brisbane’s strength is its defence. The Roar has the best defensive record in the league with only 11 goals conceded and six clean sheets.

Meanwhile, Canberra has scored the third most goals this season and has the best conversion rate in the league.

Player to watch: Hayley Raso. Her versatility means she can contribute to the team through goals and assists and solid defensive work.

Last time they met: A lone Tameka Butt goal was enough for Brisbane to get the win in Canberra in their last meeting.

Head to Head:  Played 22 | 10 wins (BRI) | 7 wins (CBR) | 5 Draws

 

Brisbane Roar

Canberra United

Team Form:

W (ADL), D (MCY), W (MVC), W (PER), W (MCY) L (NEW), D (PER), W (WSW), W (ADL), L (SYD)

In:

 Tameka BUTT (promoted), Summer O'BRIEN (promoted) Karly ROESTBAKKEN (promoted), Aoife COLVILL (promoted)

Out:

 NIL Clare HUNT (knee), Taren KING (not selected)

Unavailable:

 NIL NIL