Strikers Move Top After Tight Win
Words: Tristram Peters
Additional Reporting: Stephen Pitman
Images: Michele Pitman
Brisbane Strikers secured a tight 1-0 victory over Redlands United at Perry Park on Saturday night, courtesy of a Jeremy Stewart penalty.
Despite Redlands having the earlier chances, Strikers scored the first and only goal of the match after Stewart sent James Edgar the wrong way from the spot.
Another standout performance from Hiroki Omori ensured Strikers never surrendered the lead, taking top spot from Gold Coast City for at least 24 hours.
Strikers play Brisbane Roar Youth at home next weekend, while Redlands will look to rebound against Brisbane City.
Key Moments
7' - CHANCE FOR REDLANDS - A Strikers' defensive mix-up allows Reuben Douglas in on goal, but his shot slips wide of the post.
11' - CHANCE FOR STRIKERS - Jake McLean shoots from 20 yards out, but James Edgar parries the shot to safety.
12' - GOAL FOR STRIKERS - Jeremy Stewart sends Edgar the wrong way from the penalty spot.
16' - CHANCE FOR STRIKERS - Fullback Hiroki Omori chimes into an attack but sends his drive off target.
53' - CHANCE FOR STRIKERS - Stewart is played through but his shot clatters into the post and stays out.
86' - CHANCE FOR STRIKERS - Stewart catches Edgar off his line from 40 yards out but sends his speculative shot onto the roof of the net.
90+3' - CHANCE FOR REDLANDS - Michael Ryan's free header is gathered by Strikers' goalkeeper Zac Speedy, denying Redlands a late equaliser.
Match Details
Playstation 4 National Premier Leagues Queensland - Round 20
Saturday, August 5
Perry Park
Brisbane Strikers FC 1 (Jeremy STEWART 12' pen)
Redlands United FC 0
Referee - Trent SLEEMAN
Assistant - Renae COGHILL
Assistant - Zijad AHMETOVIC
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