Olympic Continue Perfect Start
Words: Blake Birt
Additional Reporting: Garry McKenzie
Images: Chris Simpson
Brisbane Olympic have made it three wins from three in 2017, holding on to defeat Western Pride 1-0 at Briggs Road Sporting Complex on Saturday night.
Matthew Heath continued his fine form in front of goal, heading into an empty net after half an hour to bring his season tally to five.
Thomas Carroll was immense in the Olympic goal, showing a willingness to rush off his line to close down Pride attacks.
Olympic have been perfect this season, scoring 11 goals on their way to nine points from three matches. Western Pride remain near the basement of the standings, with only one point to their name.
Olympic will look to continue their impressive start when they host Moreton Bay United next weekend, while Pride will be at home against Redlands United.
Key Moments
19' - CHANCE FOR PRIDE - Quick passing in the Olympic area finds Delors Tuyishime but his poked shot is blocked by Thomas Carroll.
30' - GOAL FOR OLYMPIC - MacDonald palms a shot wide and Matthew Heath heads into an empty net after a followed up cross.
35' - CHANCE FOR OLYMPIC - Andrew Coyne runs onto a through ball outside the area and his powerful shot curls just over the bar.
48' - CHANCE FOR PRIDE - Mitchell Bird gets past two defenders but Carroll closes the gap to block.
53' - CHANCE FOR OLYMPIC - Hayden McHenery leaves his back pass short but Heath can only shoot over.
55' - CHANCE FOR PRIDE - Bird is released behind the defence but Carroll again rushes out to block the shot.
Match Details
PlayStation 4 National Premier Leagues Queensland 2017 – Round 3
Saturday, 11 March
Briggs Road Sporting Complex
Western Pride 0
Brisbane Olympic 1 (Matthew HEATH 30')
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